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135 infant babysitters are listed in Portland, ME
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 7 years
Infant babysitters in Portland, ME
Anna S.
Portland, ME
$27/hr • 14 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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jada W.
Portland, ME
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter With 21 Years Experience Looking For New Families To Work With!
Hired by 66 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have 23 years of experience caring for children in center based environments (ages 6 weeks-5 years), individually as a nanny (several of those years have been spent as an infant/toddler nanny), through evening and weekend babysitting jobs with children ages 2 weeks-17 years, doing overnights with various ages, doing...
Jada can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Katherine R.
Portland, ME
$17-32/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have a passion for the outdoors and helping kids build emotional and social competency, as well as an ability to play and engage with the world around them (love minimizing screen time!). I would also love to provide basic elder care or light housekeeping (not personal care). Baby sitter available.
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Margaret C.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience with multiple families, along with my nieces and nephews. I can help with anything necessary (I. e. travel, errands, tutoring, etc.). I love kids and enjoy having fun with them, as well as helping them with their schoolwork. Baby sitter available.
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maggie is super sweet and kind! My daughter loves her and had such a great time with her. I would have her over my home again in a heart beat! Wonderful person and great with kids!"
Jennifer T.
Hello, my name is Adrienne! I am currently in my last semester for my Masters degree in Occupational Therapy. I have been providing a range of child care for the past 14 years. I have provided care for a range of ages from newborns to college aged individuals with special care needs. While providing childcare for various jobs I...
Adrienne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have grown up around all ages kids and have always helped watch and take care of them, I have a niece and baby brother that I look after frequently. I love the outdoors and very active!
Gabrielle can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabrielle is amazing!!! She has been such a blessing to our family!! Our children love her and so do we!! I couldn’t recommend her more! "
Care member
Hello,
My name is Shyneace and I'm 27 years old. My family and friends would describe me as caring, empathic, compassionate, creative, and trustworthy. I am the oldest of eight siblings and was a built in babysitter for about 10 years until I moved out of the nest. After being in the corporate world for almost seven years, I...
Shyneace can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Sophie W.
Portland, ME
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sophie and I am a fun, reliable, and punctual sitter with many years of experience in both formal and informal childcare settings, including nannying, home tutoring, schools, and daycares. I have both my Red Cross first aid and CPR certifications (infant as well as adult) and have held and continued to renew these...
Sophie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ellen M.
Portland, ME
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun And Safe Childcare- Experienced Babysitter, Dance Teacher, And Pediatric Medical Assistant
Hi! My name is Ellen. I am a dental student looking for some babysitting opportunities. I have been babysitting since middle school, working for many families who would be happy to give a reference. I have also been teaching dance to children ages 2-19 since 2015. I worked at a pediatric urgent care as a medical assistant...
Ellen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Cassandra M.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Grad Student With Lots Of Newborn And Childcare Experience!
5.0
(3)
I am a grad student at USM, looking to nanny in my free time! I am a trained midwife, yoga teacher, and postpartum doula. I have a lot of newborn care experience, as well as a range of other ages, and I also have experience working with children with special needs and/or disabilities. I have been babysitting and nannying since I...
Cassandra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cassandra is not only capable in the logistical and practical sense -- punctual, polite, generous, and knowledgeable -- she is also an intuitive and kind individual who truly cares for how children feel. She took care of both our daughters (and let's be honest, us...
Alana D.
Hello! I am presently looking for families for date nights evenings and weekends, and summer care.
I presently work as a school social worker for an elementary school in Portland. My experience includes working for a family of three in Maine, with children ages 2, 5, and 7 as well as a family who I started with when their baby...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Kendall D.
Portland, ME
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative Sitter With Teaching Experience Seeking Full Or Part-time Work!
- 10+ years providing child care (infants, special needs, multiples)
- 2+ years as Montessori teaching assistant, sub, after school care (ages 2-13)
- CPR and first aid certified
- Fluent in French
Hello! My name is Kendall and I've been caring for children for 10 years. I started out as an in-class partner/tutor for younger...
Kendall can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Christy R.
Portland, ME
$22-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Available Tues/Thurs All Day & Mon/Wed/Fri Afternoons
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Christy & I have 9 years professional childcare experience. I am from Boston but have now relocated to Portland. Bachelor's in Early Childhood Ed and Master's in Elementary Ed. I hold teaching licenses in Elementary 1-6, Moderate Disabilities K-8, and Theater K-12. 9 Years professional nannying experience with school...
Christy can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Thabata M.
Portland, ME
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Safe Fun And Quality Time, Creating Memories And Growing Together.
I've been living in the United States for a year and two months and have been babysitting since I arrived here.
I began my experience in my country of residence (Brazil) working in daycare centers with children aged 0-2. I also taught computer classes to children aged 7 to 13.
Here in America, I started by looking after a very...
Thabata can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
After nannying and babysitting for 10 years, I am now finishing my bachelors degree and looking to fill in with occasional days/nights, but open to a regular schedule with the right family. I've cared for newborns to preteens with special needs, and strive to be a good role model for the children I care for. I am well versed in...
Sam can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lexi! I have been a nanny since February and totally love my kiddos. I have also been babysitting since I was 13. I am currently a college student, hence the funny-looking schedule. I am attending the University of Southern Maine for elementary education. Before this, I attended a tech school for two years...
Lexi can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Madison F.
Portland, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Madison, and I've been sitting for the past decade. I have worked both privately and as an associate teacher at a daycare for infant-to-preschool aged children. I am Red Cross certified in babysitting, First Aid, and CPR, and I have an excellent driving record. I have been employed consistently since I...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
I have been a nanny/babysitter on and off for about 10 years in my community. It began with me just taking care of children for family friends during high school. I later worked for a nannying agency where I gained experience working with ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. I later worked as a substitute music teacher for a...
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hailey M.
Portland, ME
$18-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Hailey!
I've had childcare experience my whole life, both personal and professional experiences. I've had ~7 years of paid childcare experience ranging from newborns to pre teens, in settings of babysitting, nannying, as well as in a daycare. I'm a registered nurse with 2 years experience and am first aid/CPR...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I currently live and work in Portland and look forward to working with your family! I worked at the camp of Southern Maine in childcare (summer camp and daycare) with toddlers and school-aged children for four years, as well as intermittent babysitting and nannying for families with various child dynamics. I have cared...
Eilish can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eilish is amazing! She was the first sitter we had since COVID, and she handled our older child's nervousness with ease. In a few short minutes, they were playing games in complete comfort. Eilish is punctual, responsible, communicative, and so so sweet - basically...
Caitlin M.
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, ME
Margaret C.
5.0
Maggie was wonderful! Very calm and easy going, patient, positive and a joyful disposition. My kids had a blast with her. Though it was for "babysitting" my kids viewed it as a treat because they enjoyed their time with her so much. Highly recommend!
- Care member
Gabrielle M.
5.0
Gabrielle is amazing!!! She has been such a blessing to our family!! Our children love her and so do we!! I couldn’t recommend her more!
- Care member
Cassandra M.
5.0
Cassandra is not only capable in the logistical and practical sense -- punctual, polite, generous, and knowledgeable -- she is also an intuitive and kind individual who truly cares for how children feel. She took care of both our daughters (and let's be honest, us as new parents!) at varying stages...
- Alana D.
Eilish C.
5.0
Eilish is amazing! She was the first sitter we had since COVID, and she handled our older child's nervousness with ease. In a few short minutes, they were playing games in complete comfort. Eilish is punctual, responsible, communicative, and so so sweet - basically everything a parent could want in...
- Caitlin M.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Portland, ME
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Portland, ME in January, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Maine, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Portland have rates starting at $21.21.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Portland, ME?
To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 135 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Portland, ME?
There are 135 infant babysitters near you in Portland, ME. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.
Ratings for Portland, ME infant babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Infant Babysitters in Portland, ME are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 51 reviews of the 135 listed infant babysitters.