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38 live-in nannies are listed in South Portland, ME
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby live-in nannies is 5 years
Live-in nannies in South Portland, ME
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an upbeat, college educated career nanny & yoga teacher currently looking for a full-time + long-term position, preferable 1-2 years! I'm confident that with my 7+ years of paid experience I can positively add to your family's life in a fun-loving and nurturing way. Looking to build a trusting relationship. Intuitive,...
Claudia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Claudia babysat our twins FT for a solid 4 months. She was very active with them and brought high energy everyday. As well, she was very resourceful - able to make decisions without needing my input. Would hire again!"
Kristen C.
5.0
(1)
I love caring for kids. Besides being a Nanny I have worked as: a Special Needs Caregiver, Preschool Teacher, Sunday School Teacher Jr. Leader, and 24 Hr. Fitness Kid's Club Attendant. These different experiences have led me to become the cheerful and calming nanny that I am today.
When not working as a Nanny I foster and...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jessica was the nanny of our baby girl for the last two years--she was dependable, trustworthy, and loving, all the qualities we had hoped for in someone looking after our precious child. She was fun yet firm, helping our daughter learn while allowing her to enjoy...
Stacey W.
Ashley C.
Saco, ME
$20-25/hr • 16 yrs exp
Your Family's Trusted Friend: Experienced And Engaging Childcare Provider
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ashley and I'm so happy you found your way to my page! I am currently looking for occasional/date night positions! I am a 3rd grade teacher and it is the best job. I have worked with children since I was 13. I have a lot of experience that I can't fit into this box! Would be happy to tell you more in private...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Ashley is the best. She is incredibly reliable and does a great job with our 9 month and nearly three year old. We can always relax when she watches the kids."
Peter D.
5.0
(5)
Hello. I live in Standish. I have 15+ years experience in the child care field school system, preschool and as a nanny. I'm CPR and first aid certified, Covid vaccinated and have a booster as well. I'm very loving, caring, easy to get along with and talk with. I am very reliable, punctual and very flexible. I love to be outdoors...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amanda is a fabulous nanny, she is extremely responsible, reliable and kind hearted.
I would have no hesitations about hiring Amanda to care for my children and can not recommend her enough "
Care member
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have gained over 10 years experience in the childcare field with children of all ages. I love working with children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a childcare provider are that I am a very responsible, reliable and caring person.
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a sophmore living at the University of New England. All throughout high school I worked as a part-time nanny for a family of six, they had three boys and a girl and while I was caring for them their ages ranged from 2-12. I would work every day after school and on weekends helping with meals, carpool, homework...
Jordan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I grew up in Vermont where I worked through high school and college at a local ski resort in the child care center. I had the opportunity to work with a variety of children ages from infants to toddlers. I eventually moved to Baltimore where I married. I was lucky enough to nanny when first living in Baltimore for a family until...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Olivia L.
Cumberland Center, ME
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
College Student Looking For A Full Time Nanny Position!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia and I live in Cumberland Center. I am a 21-year-old college student studying architecture with minors in interior design and architectural history. I al home for the summer and looking for a nannying/babysitting position. I have 9 years of experience. I have my own car and can help with chores and...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! My Name is Kimmy and I am living in Biddeford! I am a senior in college at UNE and am the varsity captain of my lacrosse team!
I have my own car and have lived with animals my whole life so am comfortable around all types:)
I'd describe my personality as Loving, Responsible, Humorous I like working with kids because they...
Hello my name is Marie, and I live in southern Maine.
I have over 10 years of experience as a caregiver. I have cared for all age groups from infant to teen. I am caring and enjoy focusing on fun developmental activities. I am very responsible and the safety of the children is my priority. I enjoy spending time outdoors with...
Marie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Karen L.
Biddeford, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a retired Montessori teacher. I have worked in the child development field since 1977. While in college, I was a live in nanny for 3 years. I am a divorced mother of 2, both of whom are married. I retired from teaching Montessori after 40 years and have been a full time Grandmother/care giver for my 2 granddaughters, ages 6...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hi there, I'm Elizabeth. I was a teacher for early childhood and elementary aged children for 12 years. My degree is in behavioral modification and early childhood education. I have been working as an EMT for the past 12 years so my healthcare knowledge and experience is nice to have when caring for children. I'm moving to...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I love children, especially engaging in a lot of reading and games and play with them!
I was a teacher before I began my family and have stayed home to homeschool my children, which I have loved! I'm still homeschooling my youngest, who is an 8th grader. She works with me in our preschool and nursery department at our church...
Ludmila M.
Biddeford, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter(Nanny) With A Teacher Training College Degree
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Ludmila. I am living in Biddeford Maine for the past 25 years. After earning my Bachelor degree in Teacher training college, I had more than 25 years of experience working in KINDERGARTEN, PRIVATE BABYSITTING NANNY , SENIOR CARE , I am a very good with animals as well . My first priority is - SAFETY! I learned...
Ludmila can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Susannah and I have been in childcare for as long as I can remember! I started as a date night sitter and slowly started taking on nannying responsibilities as I entered high school. After that I started working in childcare centers & absolutely fell in love with working with kids! I ran my own classroom on and off...
Susannah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Susannah worked with our family for one year, supporting after-school care and household management needs. She is absolutely wonderful with our school-aged children (8, 7, 5) - super creative, attentive and engaging. I also relied on her to take care of routine...
Care member
Sandra R.
Biddeford, ME
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I'm Sandra! I was most recently a nanny to ur wonderful children, aged 18 months, 2 1/2, 4, and 7. The family I worked for was transitioning to a live-in nanny to support their travel schedule. I have four years experience of full time childcare and the typical babysitting experience before that. I've cared for...
Sandra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
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Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in South Portland, ME
Claudia V.
5.0
Claudia babysat our twins FT for a solid 4 months. She was very active with them and brought high energy everyday. As well, she was very resourceful - able to make decisions without needing my input. Would hire again!
- Kristen C.
Jessica L.
5.0
Jessica was the nanny of our baby girl for the last two years--she was dependable, trustworthy, and loving, all the qualities we had hoped for in someone looking after our precious child. She was fun yet firm, helping our daughter learn while allowing her to enjoy comfort, safety, and consistency....
- Stacey W.
Ashley C.
5.0
We love Ashley! She’s fantastic. Always on time and so loving with our 2.5yo son. Ashley gives us piece of mind when we go on date nights. Highly recommend Ashley!
- Care member
Amanda C.
5.0
I met Amanda as a fellow nanny in the area when we had similarly aged children in our care. We started getting together more often for play dates, story time at the library, music classes, and other daily outings. She’s incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, and patient with children. The littles I...
- Care member
Susannah J.
5.0
Susannah worked with our family for one year, supporting after-school care and household management needs. She is absolutely wonderful with our school-aged children (8, 7, 5) - super creative, attentive and engaging. I also relied on her to take care of routine household needs so that I could...
- Care member
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How much does a live-in nanny cost in 2025 near me in South Portland, ME?
The cost of a live-in nanny varies greatly depending on factors like their years of experience and your location. The average rate for live-in nannies on Care.com near you in South Portland, ME is $25.00 per hour.
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