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60 infants child care are listed in South Portland, ME
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby infants child care is 7 years
Infants child care in South Portland, ME
Hey,
I'm Josie and I'm 22 years old. I just graduated from college at the University of Maine. I have worked for years in childcare, from working at a community center as a camp counselor, to babysitting, to working at my aunt's daycare on and off for multiple years. I have worked with infants, to toddlers, to older kids. I'm...
Josephine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone!
I have been around kids my entire life. I am an older cousin, babysitter, mother's helper, camp counselor, camp director, preschool/toddler/infant teacher, nanny and I just love being with kiddos. My favorite thing about children is their sense of wonder. Children are learning how the world works, and it's such an...
Anna can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna had been wonderful with our infant! Couldn't recommend her enough."
Logan R.
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I am a second-grade teacher in RSU16 looking for a part-time summer job. I have been a teacher for 5 years and have worked with kids aged infant to grade 5. I love working with kids and enjoy my job each and every day. I love to tap into my creative side as well as spending time outside. Please reach out to me if you...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sophia arrived 15 minutes early and even came with an activity that had my two very active boys engaged for almost a full hour!! Its comforting to know that Sophia is a certified elementary ed teacher. She was very dependable and absolutely awesome (said my two...
susan N.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Bryn! I have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Maine. I currently work at Buxton Center Elementary and am looking to fill time after school hours only! I have worked at daycares since I was a Junior in HS. I have experience caring for multiple children at a time ranging...
Bryndan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We love her, our almost 4-year-old loves her! She's kind, polite, flexible, and dependable. She's exactly what we were hoping for in the first babysitter we've had who hasn't been a family member!"
Gabrielle C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Nannying full-time and unavailable to take on more families at this time.
In March of 2022, we moved back to Maine and I have been a full-time nanny to two little ones, ages 5 months and 7 months old in a nanny share since then. In February of 2020, I moved to Washington state where I was a full-time nanny to a 2-year-old...
Michaella can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We are so fortunate to have Michaella watch our twin infant daughters and 4 year old daughter this year. She was the first person we interviewed and I instantly had a good "gut" feeling about her. She has a very calm demeanor which helped when first meeting our...
Melissa M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was the Program Director of a large childcare facility here, offering childcare for 75 children, from infants age 6 weeks, to school age children. I also previously worked as a preschool teacher for 2 years, and was lead teacher in the infant room for a couple years as well. I was Program Director for a summer camp program for...
Mindy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Being a new mother I found it so hard to leave my infant and return to work. Mindy put me and my daughter right at ease by caring for her as her own. She is so patient and kind, a baby whisperer. She answered so many new Mom questions I had. She worked with our...
Jillian R.
Corrine R.
Cumberland Center, ME
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!!! My name is Corrine and I am 20 years old. I have over 2 years of infant child care experience but I am open to watching kids of an age! I love kids and how their minds are constantly craving a new adventure or thinking of something new they want to try and would love to help support them and grow with them in this stage...
Corrine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Corrine is wonderful with our children. She is always on time and has been there at odd hours for us as my husband and I have shift work. Excellent babysitter."
Robin D.
Katie G.
Orrs Island, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I worked for an accredited preschool in Florida for 7 years and I worked for a child development center in Longmont, CO for 2 years. I was the lead infant teacher in both schools, but I am comfortable with all ages. I began working as a full time nanny in CO 13 years ago. I worked for several families before I began working with...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katie is an incredible caregiver! She is punctual, communicative, hardworking, and amazing with children. She was also incredibly kind to our elderly dog. We have a history of infant loss and finding a trustworthy person to watch our newborn son felt daunting....
Alejandra W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a bubbly, nurturing doula and nanny. I love spending my time keeping babies safe and happy. I was a babysitter up until starting graduate school caring for ages as young as newborn and as old as middle school. I love pets, families, and just generally being a help to those who need it.
As a birth and postpartum...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Julia B.
Cumberland Center, ME
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a very creative, fun, loving, and nurturing person. I enjoy spending time outside and making crafts, baking, and cooking. I have experience with children ages infant to preteen. I am very organized while being able to adapt to any situation. With my supervision, your children would be provided with a safe and stable...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Emily M.
Biddeford, ME
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello everyone! I am a recent graduate from the University of New Hampshire with a B. S. in Human Development and Family Studies and I will soon be attending the University of New England to begin my Master's of Occupational Therapy in May. I am a trained Lifeguard as well as certified in water-safety curriculum, which allows me...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Annalise S.
Biddeford, ME
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
As a nurturing caregiver with four years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My friendly and patient nature allows me to effortlessly connect with children of all ages. I believe in clear and consistent communication with parents, ensuring they receive regular updates about their...
Annalise can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Karla S.
Yarmouth, ME
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Karla, I am 25 years old, have my own car, and absolutely adore kids. I love reading, art, and taking walks in nature. Experience: I have 4 younger siblings, I did volunteer work at Rowe Elementary, and worked at Reiche Elementary, I have worked in two daycares as a floater (infants to preschool ages), and have...
Karla can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Madeline M.
Yarmouth, ME
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've always been passionate about fostering children's growth and development. With four years of experience as a childcare provider, I've had the pleasure of positively impacting the lives of many children. As a patient, calm, creative, and friendly individual, I ensure a safe and nurturing environment for your child to...
Madeline can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Karen G.
Biddeford, ME
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Daycare Owner With Over 10 Years Of Experience With Great References
Hello. I have worked in a daycare setting in my younger years in 2000. I opened my own family daycare in my home taking care of a lot of teachers' children, most of my children I had since they were 6 weeks old. I love to start with them as infants and watch them grow, so I have a lot of experience with all ages also in doing...
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Susan and I have been active in caregiving for many years. I received my CNA certificate several years ago and have cared for elderly and children ever since. Why hire me? If you are an active family I can help in many ways. Getting children ready for school, seeing them off whether that means dropping them off...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, very outgoing and energetic
I love working with kids because they bring so much joy into my life with how funny and creative they are as they develop their own individual personalities.
I'm looking for a job that is fun
I started working with kids when I was about 15 years old I used...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, My name is Andrea. I am 32 years old and live in the Sebago Lakes region with my husband and our dog Otis. I was a career nanny for about 10 years. I took a bit of a hiatus to pursue a career in finance. Which I have done so successfully, but as I am between contracted work I am looking to return to the industry...
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Elise M.
Freeport, ME
$20-30/hr
I'm a Bowdoin graduate with 8 years of education experience. I've led classes from KG-3rd grade and worked 1-on-1 with students. I am fluent in Spanish and can offer enrichment and immersion. At Bowdoin, I ran a curriculum-based leadership program for middle school girls and tutored students at the elementary and middle schools....
Elise can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I am a registered nurse who has raised three children, fostered twin infants, and taught at Bowdoin College Children's Center. My masters is in early childhood development. I currently work as a school nurse part-time. I would like to add some caregiving hours with an infant.
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Most recent reviews for infants child care in South Portland, ME
Anna S.
5.0
Anna had been wonderful with our infant! Couldn't recommend her enough.
- Logan R.
Sophia S.
5.0
Sophia arrived 15 minutes early and even came with an activity that had my two very active boys engaged for almost a full hour!! Its comforting to know that Sophia is a certified elementary ed teacher. She was very dependable and absolutely awesome (said my two boys, aged 8 and 10)! I will...
- susan N.
Bryndan A.
5.0
Bryn was outstanding. We hired her to take care of our 6 month old son. She was punctual and did a wonderful job caring for him. She is lovely with kids, patient and dependable.
- Hans R.
Michaella A.
5.0
Michaella has been an absolute joy to have in our lives, and a wonderful caregiver for our (now) two year old. We were fortunate to hire her when our little one was 7 months old, and we've been going strong now for a year and a half! Not only is Michaella incredibly reliable and professional, but...
- Ashby W.
Mindy H.
5.0
Mindy is a kindhearted people person... Educated & knowledgeable... And a team leader by far.. she will jump through hoops to makes things happen...Mindy is really good with children.. She truly is a great friend & a wonderful mother!
- Jennifer M.
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FAQs for finding infant child care near you in South Portland, ME
How much is child care for an infant near me in South Portland, ME?
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Where can I find infant child care near me in South Portland, ME?
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What types of infant child care services are available near me in South Portland, ME?
The infant child care services available near you in South Portland, ME can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.
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What interview questions should I ask when looking for infant child care near me in South Portland, ME?
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Ratings for South Portland, ME infants child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Infants Child Care in South Portland, ME are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed infants child care.