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Mersia worked for me for almost a year. She was amazing with my children and honestly became part of the family. My daughter has a…
Review for Mersia T. by Leah F.
Mary cared for our 9-month-old baby on-site during our wedding, and then transferred them off-site part way through the reception and put…
Review for Mary B. by Care member
Madison is a fabulous babysitter and is great with my 2 and 4 year old boys. They love her! I would definitely recommend.
Review for Madison W. by Lisa A.
Nannies in Oakland, ME
Toni H.
Oakland, ME
$15-20/hr
I am a hard worker who enjoys working with kids. I have experience caring for children aged 6 weeks to 10 years. I have had many jobs working with children, including two nanny positions and working at Educare through KVcap. I have my associates degree in early childhood education and am working on my BA at UMaine.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Julia and i'm 23! I recently just graduated from college with a degree in Psychology. Currently I work at an elementary school and on the weekends I work at a Psychiatric Hospital as a Psychological Technician. I have plenty of experience with kids, I first started babysitting at 14. While in college I picked up...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with newborn-age 12, I Love kids! I am great at finding fun effective ways to teach young children, and I love pets. I have high energy levels that can match any kiddo, and I enjoy arts and crafts and fun projects with the little ones. I have a nurturing nature and enjoy caring for newborns.
I also am a non...
Mersia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mersia worked for me for almost a year. She was amazing with my children and honestly became part of the family. My daughter has a disability and she was the first person I trusted to watch her, she was very personable and extremely reliable. We will miss her but...
Leah F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Skilled at implementing a fun & nurturing environment. Sees their unique learning style & stage in their own development. Expertise in specific individual needs. Creative solutions. Extremely intuitive in re-direction skills, very flexible, cooperative, friendly. Motivational, dedicated, loyal with a low-key personality. You'll...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary cared for our 9-month-old baby on-site during our wedding, and then transferred them off-site part way through the reception and put them to bed. Our baby loved her and we felt at ease knowing she was on the job. We would love to have her babysit Baby Z again...
Care member
-Nanny for 3 years
-Bachelors degree in ECE
-Created and implemented Lesson Plans
-Completed first aid and CPR certification
- Completed Early childhood Education Course in high school
-Babysitting all ages for 6+ years
Lilly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hi, I am a young mother of two and looking for a family that would be comfortable with me bringing my kids with me! I have several years of experience working as a nanny! I've been with one family for the last four years, caring for 2-3 kids. I have experience with ages newborns-8 years old. I'm reliable, patient, and energetic!...
Toni can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Hello! My name is Toni and I'm a mom of 4. I have extensive experience working as a nanny in the central Maine area for 8 years. I've worked with 3 families and have great references from them. One of those families I spent 6 years with. I enjoy being a nanny because I love kids and it allows me to spend my days with my own kids...
Toni can also help with: Light cleaning
Juliana V.
Belgrade, ME
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm an experienced nanny who loves children. My previous nanny job was for 3 children ages 4, 6, and 8 years old, and I loved them with all my heart. I love making connections with kids and making them laugh. I am currently working as a baker at sunrise bagel in Augusta, so I tend to have my afternoons available. I'm certified...
Juliana can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Madison W.
Augusta, ME
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience from babysitting kids of friends and family to working a daycare center as an assistant teacher to nannying. I have experience with infants up through school age children. I can help with some meal prep, travel, and light housekeeping and laundry. I have my own car for transportation. I have my...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madison is a fabulous babysitter and is great with my 2 and 4 year old boys. They love her! I would definitely recommend."
Lisa A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been an early childhood and special educator, behavioral health professional, and consultant, for over 15 years. I have had the privilege to have worked alongside amazing creators, educators, behavioralists, naturalists, therapists, guides, and overall amazing human beings.
I practice those aspects which are important...
Christina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Christina is great! We will definitely use her services again!"
Michael A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun loving nanny and babysitter with plenty of experience. I love spending time with kids dancing, singing, playing outside, arts and crafts and science experiments. I'm not afraid to get messy, but I promise I'll clean up. I also do light housekeeping in my down time. As for my experience, I started working with kids...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amber is an amazing child care provider. my 1 year old absolutely adored her! She would read to him and take him outside. She painted with him, finding fun activities to fill the day. Amber helped my older kids get ready for school in the morning as well. I would...
Windy S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have my Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Development, and a K-3 teaching certification as well as a Masters in Special Education. I am currently a Special Education teacher in Portland. I have been working with children for over 15 years babysitting, nannying, working in a childcare center teaching Pre-K and teaching...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Amy is lovely. She is punctual, proactive and calm. She is very skilled with young children and engages them in appropriate play and learning activities. We only wish she could stay with us around the clock!!"
Elizabeth C.
4.3
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello... I am Marlley. I am 31 years old. I have more than 10 years of experience working as a nanny, caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I can stay with many children and I have the ability to care for each child individually, while paying close attention to the needs of the group. I am committed to...
Marlley can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
4.0
"We hired Marlley through care.com to care for our 1 and 6 YOs 2 days per week. Our girls loved her and she was very good with both ages. She cared for our 1 YO all day, handling naps, feeding and putting her to bed, I felt completely comfortable having Marrley...
Meghan P.
5.0
(2)
Where to start. I have a 6-year-old daughter that's my little pistol. I work with children daily as a cheerleading coach. I was a nanny for 5 years and have worked with a young boy with Asperger's when I was a full-time live-in nanny. I am CPR/First Aid Certified, worked at a Military CDC (Child Development Center) as a CDA...
Hailey can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hailey is a young, enthusiastic, and extremely trustworthy individual. She helped with my three children. The oldest, age 7, has Aspberger's Syndrome and Hailey was very good with him. She was wonderful with all three and immediately became one of the...
Jessica W.
Gigi C.
Augusta, ME
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a recent Saint Anselm College grad looking for some summer (or beyond) work with kiddos! I have been a nanny/daycare worker for about 5 years now with kids from 6 months to 16 years.
Gigi can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Great personality with kids. Would hire again!"
Frances D.
Cheryl C.
Waterville, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Young Child And Infant Care With An Experienced, Warm, Creative Nanny
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have been a nanny for many years. I started in the profession while getting a BFA in painting and have come back to the work at various times over the years. I love caring for, playing with, and teaching children. We enjoy daily walks exploring the sights and sounds of nature, stimulating activities using all of the...
Cheryl can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cheryl is amazing. She has cared for our daughter for the past two years (age 2 to 4) and has provided a compassionate, creative environment which our daughter has thrived in. Cheryl has also been very accommodating for our rather irregular schedules, often going...
Rebecca B.
I have been babysitting for 8 years now. It is something I am very passionate about. Being a good nanny involves providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for the child. It requires patience, empathy, and clear communication with both the child and the parents. I am attentive to the child's needs, fosters their...
My experience caring for children started when I was 13 years old babysitting for a family I lived next to. I babysat two twin boys that were 5 years old, and their 3-year-old sister for about four years or so. Ive been consistently babysitting throughout the years ever since then. As soon as I turned 16 I started working at All...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Kaylee M.
Waterville, ME
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Kaylee! I'm 27 and mom to a 2. 5-year-old. I graduated from Thomas College with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Psychology and Science. I am committed to serving the whole child in collaboration with the family, school and community. I have the ability to work with children at...
Kaylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hello! My name is Kacie. I 25 years old and I have many years working cleaning houses, air bnb, hotels, schools, offices, courthouses and more. I am good around children pets dogs cats etc
Kacie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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FAQs for finding nannies in Oakland, ME
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Oakland, ME?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Oakland, ME is as of is $17.50 per hour as of May, 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.
How can I find a nanny near me in Oakland, ME?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 2 in Oakland, ME. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Oakland, ME?
You can find different nanny services in Oakland through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Oakland, ME with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.