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Find in home child care in Portland, ME that you’ll love

27 in home child care are listed in Portland, ME

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby in home child care is 7 years

In home child care in Portland, ME

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Alexis G.


Portland, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Starting with watching the neighborhood kids while their parent's were still home at age 11, I have been babysitting for years, taking on new experiences and challenges as I grow. For 5 years, I worked as a swim instructor for kids and adults ages 2-70. I was repeatedly acknowledged for providing a caring, exciting and lovingly...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alexis is wonderful. She babysits for our 13 month old son on a regular basis. I am almost hesitant to write this review because I want to keep her available for us! "

Mollie R.

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Brooke C.


Portland, ME

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care/home Care/errands

Hello, My name is Brooke. I'm 33 years old living in South Portland currently a stay at home mother with my daughter who is 4. I have a lot of experience with kids from newborns-early teens in all different types of situations. From nannying, being a doula, working in daycares, teaching children ski school etc. I have...
Brooke can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Maria M.


Portland, ME

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom Available 4 Days A Week And Looking To Bring Up To 2 Children Into My Home

Hello, My name is Maria and I am available four days a week (M, Tu, W, F) until the end of June 2025 for any care needs. Ideally I am looking to take up to two children into my home during the week, as I am currently a stay at home mom to my sweet toddler. My son and I love to spend as much of the day outside as possible and...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Mikayla D.


Portland, ME

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Expressive Artist, Part-Time Caregiver, Party/Event Art Teacher/Art Tutor

I am an artist, jeweler, teacher, and child caretaker. I love to dance, play, sing, imagine. In school I studied human development and child behavior, alongside my art studies. I have 10+ years of experience caring for children in their homes, in an art or ski class, at the farm or park, or wherever our adventures take us. I...
Mikayla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

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Amanda M.


Portland, ME

$25-35/hr20 yrs exp

Currently Seeking A New Babyboss!

I provide skillful and attentive infant care, typically staying with families for 1-3yrs. I tend to work 3-5 days/week, one family at a time, with a set schedule. I work to center your baby's pace and preferences, building restful routines and learning opportunities in the home. I've worked for parents who work from home, and...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Anna S.


Portland, ME

$27/hr14 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Anna, and I am a first year law student at Maine Law in Portland. I am looking for babysitting jobs to provide some income while I am attending law school, and I have extensive experience with a range of childcare situations. I began babysitting at 13, and did so all throughout high school and college. I have...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alexis W.


Portland, ME

$35/hr

Occupational Therapist Providing Care For Seniors And Infants

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been an Occupational Therapist for over 20 years and have experience primarily with older adults/geriatrics in various settings as well as extensive experience with dementia population. I can provide assist with grocery shopping, errands, make adaptive equipment recommendations and environmental modifications,...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

I love spending time with children of all ages, and have caregiving experience both in homes and with after-school organizations. With Middletown Urban Gardeners at Wesleyan, I helped build a community garden with local elementary schoolers, with the Art Department I supported young adults with special needs in arts+crafts, and...
Nyanen can also help with: Craft assistance
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Devon H.


Portland, ME

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Portland House Manager For Temporary Hire

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Devon. I grew up in Maine, attended school out west, and recently moved back to the Portland area. Professionally, I have helped busy families maintain peaceful home environments by organizing and tidying; as well as preparing healthy, delicious, family friendly meals. I have worked in this capacity for...
Devon can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
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Eedy D.


Portland, ME

$20-27/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Elementary Education Graduate

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Eedy and I have a degree in Elementary Education, concentrating in Child Development. I am looking for a full-time position nannying/babysitting for a family that is looking for what I have to offer. I have ample experience in at-home care as well as classroom/teaching experience. I am comfortable offering tutoring or...
Eedy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Olivia C.


Portland, ME

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Olivia

Hello! My name is Olivia and I have worked in various childcare settings over the past 10+ years. I have been a pre-k teacher at a holistic preschool in Burlington, VT, directed/taught at a "micro" school for 7 families during the pandemic, hosted summer camps for children aged 3-6 and nannied for many families with children...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Ava H.


Portland, ME

$19-25/hr2 yrs exp

A Bit About Me

I was an in home clinician for kids ages 2-21 and have worked extensively as a lead teacher for ages 2-3 and a floater in daycares. I have experience with toilet training, teaching the alphabet and reading, sibling dynamics, as well as helping out around the home (washing dishes, tidying up). My job as a BHP had me work with the...
Ava can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sophie C.


Portland, ME

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Person Who Loves Having Fun With Kids!

Hi! I've loved spending time and working with kids in varying ways since my first babysitting job. Through college, I worked as an assistant teacher at the local Children's Center with preschool age children. I've also worked with kids as a volunteer at a women's shelter in Boston which I especially enjoyed. I would watch 7-10...
Sophie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Grace S.


Portland, ME

$16-20/hr4 yrs exp

Looking For Summer Nannying Jobs! Full Or Part-Time

Hi, I am a high school senior looking for summer nannying jobs - full or part-time! I will be attending college in New York come September, but am home for the summer. I have over four years of experience working and volunteering with children ages 0-12. I worked full-time during the summer at a childcare center for children...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Eden B.


Portland, ME

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! I am an 18-year-old college student attending the University of Southern Maine, where I am studying Early Childhood Education. I have had four years of professional babysitting, and I am comfortable and practiced with all ages. I am happy to follow whatever lead parents set for me, and I am happy to clean or cook as well!...
Eden can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Sara B.


Portland, ME

$20-24/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

Hi! My name is Sara and I live in Portland, ME. I graduated from the University of New Hampshire in May of 2019 with a bachelors degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have 10 years of experience caring for children in many different settings. I have worked at a Child Study and Development school, an in-home daycare...
Sara can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Carly K.


Portland, ME

$16-30/hr8 yrs exp

My name is Carly, and I am currently a grad student on a clinical rotation in Owasso, OK. I love working with kids of all ages and incorporating healthy habits while doing so! I started caring for children about 8 years ago when I worked for families from my mother's day care on the weekends. Since then, I have worked for...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Mackenzie L.


Portland, ME

$16-25/hr3 yrs exp

Artful, Mindful, Fun Sitter For Hire!

Hello! My name is Mackenzie and I'm a 25-year-old woman living in the West End in Portland. I have several years of childcare experience both in the home and in creative settings. I love animals, cooking, and enjoying the outdoors in my hometown of Portland. If we find ourselves to be a good fit and work together, you can expect...
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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Alexa L.


Portland, ME

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as caring, organized, and loyal I like working with kids because it is my career path I am working on! I am going to college to work with kids in troubled spots and/or become a teacher. I recently just left my preschool teacher job and absolutely loved the educational aspect of childcare. I have a...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Emily G.


Portland, ME

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider/Nanny

Hello, I'm 37 years old living in Charlestown, MA. I am a successful marketing executive who loves kids, the outdoors, baking and art. I am currently in between jobs and would love to help out a Charlestown family while I search for my next full corporate role. I enjoy babysitting/nannying/being a mother's helper. I have two...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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