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Maya F.
Union, ME
$35-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi - my name is Maya and I am currently a senior at BW. I have worked with kids since I was 15 and I absolutely love it. I started babysitting my neighbors when I was 12 and started working part time at a day care at 15. I have worked with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. If its nice out I would love to take the kids...
Maya can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a licensed elementary school teacher looking for a summer nanny position! I am available this spring as well as we are moving back to Maine to plant some roots :)
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have experience caring for children of a variety of ages and abilities. I am currently open to both casual work and a regular part-time schedule.
I enjoy encouraging children's creativity and fostering learning through imaginative play, arts & crafts, reading & telling stories, and observing nature. Compassionate,...
Brigitte can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Brigitte has a warm, positive personality. Dogs, children and elderly people love her!"
Linda W.
Haley W.
Warren, ME
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Part-Time, Possibility For Full-Time Nanny
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children since I was about 12 years old. I have experience babysitting for infants through to preteens. I have experience volunteering in Kindergarten through fifth grade classrooms during high school and college. In December 2013, I graduated from the University of Maine with a degree in Elementary...
Haley can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Haley babysat for our two children for a brief period of time while we were in Rockland. She was on-time, pleasant, courteous, respectful, and our kids took to her with ease. We will use her again when we are back in town."
Kathleen E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emily and I am 29 years old. I am a single mom of a 4-year-old boy and a 2. 5-year-old girl looking to care for another child or two when you need! I currently work full time but would love to help.
I've worked with children for 10 years before having kids of my own. I still often babysit and would love to be...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Would have hired if times/locations had lined up better, but based on interviews and references contacted, I would definitely recommend Emily! I have asked her to consider occasional babysitting when she is available. She was very responsive to all communications,...
Nicole B.
Hazel D.
Camden, ME
$27-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name's Hazel and I'm local to Camden! I grew up babysitting for many families in town and worked at a Montessori school with young kids. I love to create fun summertime activities for kids and have my own transportation. Excited to meet your whole gang!
Nicole B.
Liberty, ME
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently employed as an Educational Technician for high school special education students, I am looking for additional work outside of school hours and on school breaks. Babysitting, housekeeping, running errands, pet sitting, gardening.
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have an abundance of child care experience: Nanny (7 days of babysitting a week in Nantucket, MA), Michigan (family summer camp in Michigan, I taught tennis and arts and crafts), I was also an Environmental Educator for the Association working with kids ages 6-16. I have personal experience (own dog, cat, bunny and guinea...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Ileanna M.
Washington, ME
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with two years of experience caring for children of various ages. I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where they can thrive.
I'm known for my patience, creativity, and friendly...
2.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children of all ages for over 25 years. I have cared for special needs as well as typically developing kids. I can offer several references. I love to play with the kids rather than just let them be. I especially love infants and toddlers.
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I have been working on privately owned yachts for over 15 years, from cooking, childcare, dog duty you name it when it comes to assisting families I have probably done it. I am a happy easy going person that works hard and keeps a clean work place.
Tracey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi all! I am Maddie, a former children's residential worker based in Lincolnville for the winter. I am interested in a part time position while I finish my final semester of my bachelor's degree this spring. I have lots of experience and references available. I am comfortable with pets, special needs children, and all ages! I...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Alexis P.
Warren, ME
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been a summer camp counselor for 3 years. I have worked with kids ages 5-14. I absolutely love working with kids.
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Cassandra W.
Lincolnville, ME
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Cassandra. I am 33 years old. I have 3 children of my own. I have a 16-year-old boy and 11-year-old boy and I also have a 6-year-old girl. I have always loved babysitting since I was a teenager. I know being a parent is expensive and so is finding an affordable and trustworthy childcare. I want to be able to spend...
Cassandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm Katie! I've moved back to the Midcoast area from Portland, and I am dedicated to making babysitting fun and enriching for the children I work with. I like to schedule activities and games to play throughout the day as well as plan for safe trips to farms/playgrounds. I love to be in nature! Most of my experience is with...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Have raised 4 children, 4 grandchildren, and have taken care of 4 children for 2 families.
Love the outdoors and teaching kids about nature. Have a huge yard, lots of gardens and a pool. Also have 3 adult and friendly dogs.
I prefer to work evenings but am open to other work hours.
Some of the childcare must be done in my...
Judy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have extensive experience with infants and children in a professional day care setting as well as in home care for individual families. I have worked with families who needed school help from pickups and homework help to fully remote learning help. I love playing with and having fun with kids on their level as well as making...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Mature, dependable, and high energy nanny with a passion for childcare excellence available for full time or part time care . I have 20 plus years of experience with children ranging from 0-12 years old. I provide play based care centered in healthy movement, plenty of outside time in all types of weather, purposeful activities...
Carla can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We've known Carla for six years, and she has helped take care of our 4 children. Carla is truly an amazing (one in a million) caregiver to children. She has worked during the day and night helping us love, comfort, feed, change, bathe, and generally parent twins...
Story P.
Lauren B.
Belfast, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
School-based Occupational Therapist Seeking Summer Child Care Work
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a school-based occupational therapist who is looking to fill some of my summer off with child-care opportunities. I have over 10 years of experience with children in addition to a Masters degree in occupational therapy, and two years of experience as a school-based OT. I am comfortable with infants, toddlers, children,...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren was an amazing babysitter for our 6-month-old! We were in Maine for a wedding and knew we couldn't bring the baby to the wedding events, so we found Lauren on this site. I had a quick Zoom call with her ahead of time, and she followed up with a couple...
Anna G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ashley! I've been a nanny for several years, starting during college and continuing after graduation. I'm now active duty in the U. S. Coast Guard and was recently transferred to Belfast. I'm looking to help local families with childcare during my off hours.
I'm reliable, patient, and experienced with children ages...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Ashley is an extraordinary person overall. She is positive, polite, patience and very dependable. For 8 months, she takes great care of our 3 year old son who is autistic and our crazy doggies. She is always happy to help around the house. Our family is going to...
Chanta P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Union, ME
Brigitte W.
5.0
Brigitte has a warm, positive personality. Dogs, children and elderly people love her!
- Linda W.
Haley W.
5.0
Haley babysat for our 1 year old daughter during a wedding reception. She arrived at the venue early, and my daughter took to her instantly. (Usually she needs at least a couple minutes to warm up to new people.) The details of the timing of the day were a little up in the air, but Haley was very...
- Sarah P.
Emily C.
5.0
Emily helped use twice during a family trip to SC. She took our twins one afternoon so my husband and I could get out during the day. They took to her immediately, and had a great day at the children's museum. When we met her she asked all the right questions allergies ext. We liked her so much...
- Carina W.
Carla G.
5.0
Carla has been excellent each time she's watched our children. She is kind and has a calm presence which my children love!
- Katrina T.
Lauren B.
5.0
Lauren was an amazing babysitter for our 6-month-old! We were in Maine for a wedding and knew we couldn't bring the baby to the wedding events, so we found Lauren on this site. I had a quick Zoom call with her ahead of time, and she followed up with a couple references. After speaking with Lauren...
- Anna G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Union, ME:
How can I find a Union babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Union, ME can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 1 babysitters in Union, ME on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Union, ME?
The average rate for Union, ME babysitters on Care.com is $35.00 per hour as of April 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Union, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Union, ME through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.