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5.0
(11)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
I was born into a large family of eight children and started taking care of my siblings when I was 8 years old (It's usual/normal in my culture for elder siblings to help care for their younger siblings). Taking care of them was a part of my daily routine when I was not in school until I left for college; moreover, I am their...
Gentille can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Gentille is absolutely wonderful. She watched my four month old twins while she was on winter break from school. I was working from home, and Gentille was such a joy to have in our home. She fed the twins, read them books, encouraged them to do tummy time, helped...
Jenna H.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is, Kattrina. I am 23 years old, and have a passion for early childhood education. I have worked in childcare since I was 16, prior to working in childcare you could find me babysitting neighborhood kids or watching my nieces and nephews. I have been at a Montessori school, working with preschoolers for 2 years...
Kattrina can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"She's a very kind and respectful girl
Who is approachable and caring towards the child. Would most certainly hire her again."
Erica B.
4.6
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
Are you in need of a responsible, fun, and caring Nanny? Please look no further! I love kids and have experience with all ages, (infant-preteen) as well as twins. I also have reliable transportation and a great driving record. I like to play games, read stories, do arts and crafts, sing songs, and have outside time...
Delia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We've had the privilege of employing Delia for eight months to care for our premature twins. She started with our family when the boys were very young and has continued to impress us throughout their development. Delia has been unbelievably consistent,...
Meredith M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a stay-at-home mother for 15 years. My current nanny job is coming to an end as the children will be entering school this fall. I am ready to help other busy moms.
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Katherine is an absolutely wonderful nanny and I would recommend her to any family! She has been taking care of my kids for the last 2.5 years, since they were 8 months and 3 years old. She is incredibly patient and loving with them, and always has the most...
Megan E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Dear Family, I am an outgoing, hardworking individual who loves children. I am a licensed teacher in the state of California. I have taught English abroad for 5 years in France, Moldova and in China. I graduated from University of Northern Colorado in May 2014 with Major in French and in February 2019, I completed my Master's in...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Starting as a babysitter, over 20 years ago, I have worked with children, and haven't lost passion for it. Over the years, I worked in a variety of positions, including summer camps, daycare teaching, and as a professional nanny. As a childcare provider, my focus is to work with families, evaluate their needs with it comes to...
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Christina is kind, friendly, responsible and communicative. She babysat my two young kids and I am looking forward to hiring her again. My daughter did not want her to leave and kept hugging her and asking when she was going to have a sleep over!"
Sheila C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience working with kids of all ages as a babysitter, camp counselor, and a special ed tech. From making slow-motion movies to exploring local playgrounds, I will engage your kids with fun and diverse activities. Whether you're looking for care while you're on vacation or a date-night sitter, I am...
Madeleine can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddy took care of our daughter when she was about 6mo~1.5year. She was referred to me by a friend so I knew right away that she would be great. We had her come to our home for a trial day and I could tell immediately that she was a good fit. I fully trusted Maddy,...
Maya L.
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, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Rachel. College graduate and avid dog lover. I first started working with children as a neighborhood mother's helper at the age of 11. I graduated from Guilford College with a BA in Philosophy and a Sociology minor. Since then, I have found working with children to be the most fulfilling experience!
I am a major...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel has been an amazing addition to our family. She possesses tremendous early childhood education skills and utilizes them incredibly with our 2-month-old baby. From reading, to singing, to simply talking Rachel is patient and loving. With not having any family...
Kim H.
Erin M.
Kennebunk, ME
$20-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
Summer Nanny And Tutoring Services Available Full Or Part-time
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Erin. I am an elementary teacher looking for a summer nannying and/or tutoring job. I have taught third grade, kindergarten, Title I/RTI, worked as a teacher's assistant, and a substitute teacher. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Theatre and Dance from the University of New Hampshire and my Master's in Education...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Erin truly enjoys being around babies. She enjoys all aspects of baby life from playing to feeding to bedtime and everything in between. I should mention, at the time, we had twin 18 month olds. She had a double dose of toddlers and handled it with the grace of a...
Heidi K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Passionate about having fun, while being a positive role model, I believe in more time spent reading, outside, and being creative. I am currently an occupational therapist working in pelvic health. Through this journey, I have gained a lot of experience with little ones! I have nannied full time for two families, completed an...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Danielle is incredibly reliable and dependable. She always gives clear communication about her availability and schedule, and my kids love her! I highly recommend her."
Sirena S.
5.0
(4)
Hello there! My name is Emily, I am 24 years old, and I am really excited to start working as a part-time babysitter! I have been working with children since I was 13 years old. I am very passionate about art, mental health, and the outdoors, and sharing that interest with kids to help their adventurous side come out. I look...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"How and where do I even begin! Emily is an absolute dream!!! She is so great with children; not only do my nephews love her, the little neighbor girls love her, our whole family also adores her! She is not just punctual, she's early for everything. She's always...
Michelle S.
Chelsey K.
Gray, ME
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a nanny to a 11-month-old and 3. 5-year-old who I have been with for the last 3 years. I have a 2-year-old daughter who joins me as well. We love to be outside as much as we can and we are currently trying to beat last year's total hours outside. You can find us at the beach, playgrounds, trail walks, and having...
Chelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chelsey King is an absolute gem. Her commitment to and genuine care for children are undeniable. She is thoughtful, creative, and engages children immediately. She has wonderful instincts and truly loves what she does. She'll easily become a part of your family!"
Jennie M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as loving, funny, and creative.
I like working with kids because I love to see them learn, grow and try new things.
I'm looking for a job that I can stay with for a year plus ideally. I truly have bonded with the children I care for and love a longer relationship with the families.
In my spare...
Kabria can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kabria is a natural with kids. We hired her to be our nanny and then babysitter and she was always on time, reliable and thoughtful. Our daughter loved spending time with her. "
Care member
Kassandra Q.
Westbrook, ME
$29-40/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! I have been nannying since I was 15 years old. I'm bilingual in English and Spanish. I'm the oldest of 4 and have experience with all ages. Im currently working as a nurse and would love to to watch your kiddos on my free time! My availability varies, but feel free to message me with any questions.
Kassandra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very kind & sweet; great with small children. I would recommend her to anyone in need of child care. My son loves her, she is very patient & responsible. "
Samantha Q.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting at 13 for the neighborhood children. I had three or four families that I sat for on a regular basis, and I loved the children as much as they loved me. Unfortunately, as children do, they grew too old to be needing a sitter, though I still see them occasionally. While I am most comfortable with four or less...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Loved to do crafts with the kids. Great with reading books to our kids."
Sharrie P.
4.8
(34)
Hired by 29 families in your neighborhood
I am a highly experienced Nanny. I am very experienced with all ages. I love the outdoors. Some of my hobbies include hiking, biking and running. I am very professional, creative and reliable. I love doing age appropriate developmental activities with children of all ages.
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great with our 3-year-old - patient, kind, and responsive communicator"
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Delaney P.
Portland, ME
$30-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I started nannying in 2012 and have babysat since 2009. I have copious experience in childcare of all ages (new borns to late teens), including nannying, occasional date night sitting, working as a teacher's assistant in a day care. I thoroughly enjoy spending time with the little ones and teaching them how to grow their...
Delaney can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Delaney was a full-time nanny for my family for about two years for my son when he was 3 months-2 years as well as our dog. She was an amazing addition to our family! She is a positive, loving person and took great care of my baby. She loves to have fun and will...
Suzanne M.
5.0
(5)
I am a professional nanny of 32 years. I am a mature, caring nanny. I always put safety first. I have devoted my life to caring for children. I love being a part of the family team. I enjoyed traveling to Paris and Bermuda in my earlier years as a nanny. I adapt easily to many different types of parenting styles. I work well...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jen and I have been nannies together for many years. Something that stands out about Jen is how caring and how much love she gives the children she cares for. She treats them like her own. Jen has always been someone I can rely on when I need her and she is always...
Amanda I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Fiona and I just recently moved to Portland, ME. all the way from Des Moines Iowa and I am looking for a nannying job! I have 5 years of experience in Childcare, 2 years nannying privately and 2 years in daycare, and I currently teach children's swim lessons! I also have experience caring for children that...
Fiona can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Buxton, ME
Gentille R.
5.0
Gentille was our nanny for 3 months when our kids were 1 and 3. She is amazing! She is warm, caring, reliable, and maintains her sense of humor even when there is chaos all around her.
- Kara W.
Kattrina S.
5.0
She's a very kind and respectful girl
Who is approachable and caring towards the child. Would most certainly hire her again.
- Erica B.
Delia R.
4.0
Delia was our nanny for almost 2 years with our twin boys, starting at around age 10mo. She was always very communicative, receptive to feedback, and flexible. Our boys absolutely adored her, and she was like another part of our family. I never felt unsafe leaving them in her care, and they always...
- Emily S.
Katherine S.
5.0
Katherine is an absolutely wonderful nanny and I would recommend her to any family! She has been taking care of my kids for the last 2.5 years, since they were 8 months and 3 years old. She is incredibly patient and loving with them, and always has the most creative and fun ideas of crafts or...
- Megan E.
Christina S.
5.0
Christina is kind, friendly, responsible and communicative. She babysat my two young kids and I am looking forward to hiring her again. My daughter did not want her to leave and kept hugging her and asking when she was going to have a sleep over!
- Sheila C.
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The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Buxton, ME is as of is $25.20 per hour as of February, 2025. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
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