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102 newborn nannies are listed in Portland, ME
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby newborn nannies is 7 years
Newborn nannies in Portland, ME
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dee and I am a nanny specializing in helping parents with the exhausting, exciting, "what have we gotten ourselves into" transition to family life. I have 3+ years as a professional nanny, 24 years as the crazy/fun aunt and 25 as mother to the most amazing daughter.
Small humans are fantastic! And exhausting!...
Dee can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dee Dee has been such a wonderful caregiver for our now 13-month-old since she was 5 months old. Our daughter loves her, and we know she is in the absolute best hands whenever we leave. Dee Dee is very loving and takes her role as a caregiver very seriously. She is...
Sarah P.
Cassandra M.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Grad Student With Lots Of Newborn And Childcare Experience!
5.0
(3)
I am a grad student at USM, looking to nanny in my free time! I am a trained midwife, yoga teacher, and postpartum doula. I have a lot of newborn care experience, as well as a range of other ages, and I also have experience working with children with special needs and/or disabilities. I have been babysitting and nannying since I...
Cassandra can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Cassandra is always happy, positive, fun and creative! Our little one loves spending time with her and they are always doing something exciting together. She makes us feel our daughter is safe and well taken care of when she is with her and we trust Cassandra to...
Alexandra M.
Anna S.
Portland, ME
$27/hr • 14 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Anna, and I am a first year law student at Maine Law in Portland. I am looking for babysitting jobs to provide some income while I am attending law school, and I have extensive experience with a range of childcare situations. I began babysitting at 13, and did so all throughout high school and college. I have...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jada W.
Portland, ME
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter With 21 Years Experience Looking For New Families To Work With!
Hired by 66 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have 23 years of experience caring for children in center based environments (ages 6 weeks-5 years), individually as a nanny (several of those years have been spent as an infant/toddler nanny), through evening and weekend babysitting jobs with children ages 2 weeks-17 years, doing overnights with various ages, doing...
Jada can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Taking care of littles is really my passion. As I age, I want fewer hours bu definitely want to keep my hat in the ring.
I have a masters in Early Child Development from Bank Street College in NYC.
I've worked in day cares, nursery schools and in therapeutic settings, I've been a nanny for 16 years, primarily with the birth to...
Virginia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Virginia for our two young children (2.5 year old and 2 month old), while we were in town for a wedding. She was very responsive to text messages to coordinate details for the evening and also throughout the night, while we were gone. She took excellent...
Nicole M.
Nature-based educator with experience including early childhood camps, movement, art & cooking workshops, after school educator, all-ages community events organizer, nanny, overnight newborn care, and elder care.
Reggio-Emilio inspired ethos. ECE education. ChildLight Yoga certification.
Genevieve can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
I have been a nanny/babysitter on and off for about 10 years in my community. It began with me just taking care of children for family friends during high school. I later worked for a nannying agency where I gained experience working with ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. I later worked as a substitute music teacher for a...
Jasmine can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
After nannying and babysitting for 10 years, I am now finishing my bachelors degree and looking to fill in with occasional days/nights, but open to a regular schedule with the right family. I've cared for newborns to preteens with special needs, and strive to be a good role model for the children I care for. I am well versed in...
Sam can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello,
My name is Brooke. I'm 33 years old living in South Portland currently a stay at home mother with my daughter who is 4. I have a lot of experience with kids from newborns-early teens in all different types of situations. From nannying, being a doula, working in daycares, teaching children ski school etc. I have...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Hailey M.
Portland, ME
$18-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Hailey!
I've had childcare experience my whole life, both personal and professional experiences. I've had ~7 years of paid childcare experience ranging from newborns to pre teens, in settings of babysitting, nannying, as well as in a daycare. I'm a registered nurse with 2 years experience and am first aid/CPR...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I currently live and work in Portland and look forward to working with your family! I worked at the camp of Southern Maine in childcare (summer camp and daycare) with toddlers and school-aged children for four years, as well as intermittent babysitting and nannying for families with various child dynamics. I have cared...
Eilish can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eilish is amazing! She was the first sitter we had since COVID, and she handled our older child's nervousness with ease. In a few short minutes, they were playing games in complete comfort. Eilish is punctual, responsible, communicative, and so so sweet - basically...
Caitlin M.
Hi! My Name is Katrina and I LOVE spending time with children! They are so full of infectious energy and such a joy to be around. I am an elementary educator and love watching children's personalities flourish. I find that children make it easier to enjoy the simple things in life. I have been working with children for 15+ years...
Katrina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
I am currently a nanny looking for a part time job on Wednesdays and Thursdays as I am a nanny for a family in Brunswick on Monday, Tuesday and Friday.
Dianne can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Passionate caregiver with a nursing and teaching background. At 25, I bring extensive babysitting and nanny experience. Committed to children's well-being, my nursing background ensures health and safety. My teaching experience fosters holistic development through engaging activities. An outdoor enthusiast, I prioritize fresh...
Isabelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Christy R.
Portland, ME
$22-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Available Tues/Thurs All Day & Mon/Wed/Fri Afternoons
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Christy & I have 9 years professional childcare experience. I am from Boston but have now relocated to Portland. Bachelor's in Early Childhood Ed and Master's in Elementary Ed. I hold teaching licenses in Elementary 1-6, Moderate Disabilities K-8, and Theater K-12. 9 Years professional nannying experience with school...
Christy can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hi there!
My name is Grace . I've been a nanny and babysitter for 5+ years. I'm an outdoors-loving, organized person who puts your child's imagination front and center. Play is very important to development, and I want to create an environment for a safe, engaging time while you're away!
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Elizabeth K.
Portland, ME
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Liz and I am a fun-oriented, nature-loving lady that tries to spend every moment possible learning! I have worked with kids for the past 8 years in various capacities. I have 7 years of experience as a youth development professional in an experiential education setting as well as several summers' worth of...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Liz is amazing! She is incredibly patient and kind and is fantastic with kids. I have two high energy boys and she was playful yet firm when needed. We still use her helpful phrases like "no grabby hands." I wish she still lived in MA because I'd love to hire her...
Rebecca M.
Nyanbol M.
Portland, ME
$28/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have expericence being a camp counselor, preschool lead teacher, and nanny and babysitter. I enjoy working with children because it brings me so much joy.
Nyanbol can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Natalie R.
Portland, ME
$26/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
*currently only have date night availability*
Hi everyone,
My name is Natalie and I am 26 years old. I am a nurse working in both geriatrics and with new moms & babies. I have over 5 years of experience as a nanny/care taker. I am CPR/first aid certified for all ages. I live in Portland and am looking for local nannying jobs...
Natalie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
As the oldest of seven children, I have extensive experience in caring for children of all ages from infants to teens. Additionally, I have been working as a private babysitter and nanny for the last 14 years. I am also experienced in caring for multiple children at once and children with special needs such as Autism Spectrum...
Kelsey can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Portland, ME
Dee C.
5.0
Dee was great! She was flexible arranging things pretty last minute for our ~18mo old. Dee had an immediate rapport with our toddler, and was very sweet with her and communicative with us. Very professional and reliable!
- Mike D.
Cassandra M.
5.0
Cassandra is not only capable in the logistical and practical sense -- punctual, polite, generous, and knowledgeable -- she is also an intuitive and kind individual who truly cares for how children feel. She took care of both our daughters (and let's be honest, us as new parents!) at varying stages...
- Alana D.
Virginia C.
5.0
Virginia cared for my toddler for three weeks (planned, I only needed a brief bridge to daycare). She had a great presence that is calming and allowed space for my daughter to play, learn and grow. I would certainly hire her again.
- Megan N.
Eilish C.
5.0
Eilish is amazing! She was the first sitter we had since COVID, and she handled our older child's nervousness with ease. In a few short minutes, they were playing games in complete comfort. Eilish is punctual, responsible, communicative, and so so sweet - basically everything a parent could want in...
- Caitlin M.
Elizabeth K.
5.0
Liz is amazing! She is incredibly patient and kind and is fantastic with kids. I have two high energy boys and she was playful yet firm when needed. We still use her helpful phrases like "no grabby hands." I wish she still lived in MA because I'd love to hire her again!
- Rebecca M.
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FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Portland, ME
How much does a newborn nanny cost to hire near me in Portland, ME?
So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Portland, ME on Care.com will cost an average of $22.58 per hour as of January, 2025. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.
How many night nannies for newborns are available to hire near me in Portland, ME?
There are 102 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Portland, ME on Care.com. You can also read 77 for newborn nannies near you.
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Ratings for Portland, ME newborn nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Newborn Nannies in Portland, ME are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 77 reviews of the 102 listed newborn nannies.