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135 infant babysitters are listed in Portland, ME
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 7 years
Infant babysitters in Portland, ME
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over a decade of childcare experience. I have previously worked as an Infant & Toddler Teacher and spent a summer directing a summer day camp! I'm looking to pick up extra hours doing what I love the most- caring for children. You deserve a date night! Safety and fun are my priorities, so if you're looking for reliable...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Liz is extremely dependable and conscientious, always on time and followed all instructions perfectly. Most important, our 3-year-old loves her!"
Elizabeth E.
Being blessed with 7 younger nephews of all ages is where I began to understand how to care for others. The more I was asked to babysit, the more I had wanted to learn and take responsibility for taking care of my nephews, they sure showed me how many needs a child can have! I was already experienced with keeping my mind on a...
Bridget can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Jordan R.
Portland, ME
$12-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Regular Sitter With 9 Years Of Experience, Available For Day/Evening Sitting And Weekend Overnights.
Hello! My name is Jojo. I'm a 20-year-old student currently majoring in Child Psychology with hopes of becoming a family therapist. As of 5/12, I'm fully vaccinated. I've been doing paid babysitting jobs since sixth grade, and babysat regularly for a family with three young children for a three year period. More recently, I've...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Madison L.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Madison! I worked as a Registered Nurse in the NICU for a little over 3 years prior to moving to Portland, where I have worked as an RN at a Pediatric Endocrinology office for almost 1 year. I have a lot of experience taking care of infants, but I love caring for kids of all ages! I am a big fan of animals as well,...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison has been great with my family. She has taken care of both our two daughters, when not in school, and our puppy. Our daughters, one is almost 9 yo and the other almost 5 yo, love spending time with her. Madison has been very flexible and available even with...
Carlotta G.
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
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Paige I'm 25 years old and have been a nanny for over a year. Prior to nannying I was a daycare teacher for 3-4-year-olds, a Behavioral Health Professional, Ed Tech 2 and a camp counselor. I love singing, hanging out with my cats, doing crafts and exploring the city! I enjoy working with kids and teaching them things...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Greetings!
I have worked with children all of ages, first through volunteering and then as a Recreation Programmer for the City of Portland at various elementary schools. I am the Recreation Supervisor for the City of Portland's Before and After the Bell program along with our Summer Camp Venture program. I love being a positive...
Raechel can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Sarah M.
Portland, ME
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Sarah! I just moved to maine to get my masters in Occupational Therapy and am interested in doing some babysitting while in school!
I have my own reliable car and an impeccable driving record. I started nannying 10+ years ago and I nannied consistently through college and I'm comfortable with all aged...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Eden B.
Portland, ME
$20/hr • 4 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kendra. I am a registered nurse at MMC in Portland working night shift. I have babysitting experience with all ages. Before becoming a nurse I worked primarily with children with disabilities.
On another note, if you need companionship for a relative, I would love to help you out with that as well.
Looking for...
Kendra can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Kendra to help take care of our daughter with special needs and her twin siblings. Not only did she adapt quickly to the Homecare of a child with significant motor disabilities, but she creatively brainstormed integrative and adaptive play activities that...
Dawn And Justin O.
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm 26-years-old and live in Portland. I have almost 10 years of babysitting experience, and several years of long term nannying. I've found all my experiences to be valuable and rewarding, as I really love children and hope to one day have a career working with them. I've cared for children as young as 3 months old, as...
Gwenyvere can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Ruth R.
Portland, ME
$25-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I recently graduated from Connecticut College and am looking for a part time job. I'm very flexible and can help with remote learning and babysitting. I've been babysitting for about 6 years and have babysat for 10+ families in the past. I have 3 younger siblings and worked as a sailing instructor at a camp in the summer, so I...
Ruth can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I would like to work for you. I have many experiences about the children because I did 2 voluntary child care. I was assistant babysitting and assist helper. I assist the children to do the homework after school and many different things.
Aicha can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Eliza V.
Portland, ME
$21-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! :) I am 28 years old and live in Portland. I'm super reliable & flexible, and have had plenty of experience with kids ages 5 months- 12 years old. Looking for something Monday - Friday, preferably one child. I'm open to babysitting for date nights as well! Rate is 23 an hour. Message me if you need help :)
Eliza can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Grace G.
Portland, ME
$30-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Grace and I am a medical student looking for a family who needs occasional help. I am available most evenings after 5 and some weekends. I have had numerous babysitting jobs since I was 14 years old, caring for kids of all ages and up to 7 at a time. I also worked as an EMT for 8 years.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My mother is a preschool teacher, so I have been around young children my whole life. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and have grown very close to many families over the years! I have worked with children of all ages, whether it be through babysitting, nannying, coaching, teaching, tutoring etc. I have done it all! I have...
Emmaline can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hannah W.
Portland, ME
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have many years of babysitting experience as well as an associates degree in Early Childhood education, and am currently in school at USM working on my Bachelors in Social Work. Before going to USM I was a Preschool Teacher in Windham for three years.
I love being outdoors and having fun! My hours are very flexible...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hi! My name is Anya. I live in Brooklyn and have been teaching high school for the last four years. With four years of teaching experience, leading outdoor education trips for Overland Summers before that, and summer camp counselor even before that, I am comfortable with a range of ages. I have a car, am comfortable with pets (a...
Anya can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mia D.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi there! I am a designer and an artist. I am a huge advocate for the intersection of art/design (and all its theory) and childcare. Children's minds are incredible and if they have the right team and environment around them they can accomplish anything they put their mind to.
I have been a nanny, babysitter, lifeguard, camp...
Mia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Madison R.
Portland, ME
$25/hr • 14 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Madison! I am super energetic and fun-loving with lots experience with babysitting and working with children in formal environments. I loves the outdoors, skiing and hiking! I graduated from UVM with a double major in Spanish and Sociology, I am bilingual, speaking both Spanish and English. I have worked in several...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, ME
Elizabeth H.
5.0
Liz is extremely dependable and conscientious, always on time and followed all instructions perfectly. Most important, our 3-year-old loves her!
- Elizabeth E.
Madison L.
5.0
Madison has been great with my family. She has taken care of both our two daughters, when not in school, and our puppy. Our daughters, one is almost 9 yo and the other almost 5 yo, love spending time with her. Madison has been very flexible and available even with short notice. She has even texted...
- Carlotta G.
Kendra S.
5.0
We had Kendra babysit for our 2 year old son while we were visiting Portland - she was super friendly, on time and easy to communicate with. Would call again!
- Care member
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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 February, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Maine, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Portland have rates starting at $21.42.
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.