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60 overnight babysitters are listed in Portland, ME
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby overnight babysitters is 8 years
What others are saying about overnight babysitters in Portland, ME
Jada was excellent with our son. We hired her on short notice for a week of childcare when another nanny cancelled on us. Jada arrived on…
Review for Jada W. by Care member
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…
Review for Eilish C. by Caitlin M.
Jane is absolutely (without question) an amazing help to our family. She has to go back to College this Fall but I would hire again in a…
Review for Jane E. by Modupe C.
Overnight babysitters in Portland, ME
Jada W.
Portland, ME
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter With 21 Years Experience Looking For New Families To Work With!
4.9
(43)
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jada was excellent with our son. We hired her on short notice for a week of childcare when another nanny cancelled on us. Jada arrived on time, communicated really well throughout the week, and our son loved playing with her - he was crawling right to her after...
Care member
Hi! My name is Muno, and I am the second oldest of 12 kids, so caring for children has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I've babysat my younger siblings for years, as well as neighbors children, family friends, and even my siblings friends from school; these children have all been between the ages of 2...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! name is Reilly and I have about 10 years of experience caring for children ages 2 months - mid teens. I graduated from a small liberal arts college in Maine a couple years ago where I studied political science and Spanish. I have worked at summer camps, in elementary and middle schools, and I am currently employed full...
Reilly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Eilish to care for our 4yo daughter and 1yo son in December and January, until she went back to college. She was fantastic. Super reliable, very kind and patient with the kids, great at doing crafts with our daughter and engaging with our son. We were...
Travis K.
Hi! My name is Anya. I live in Brooklyn and have been teaching high school for the last four years. With four years of teaching experience, leading outdoor education trips for Overland Summers before that, and summer camp counselor even before that, I am comfortable with a range of ages. I have a car, am comfortable with pets (a...
Anya can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jordan R.
Portland, ME
$16-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Regular Sitter With 9 Years Of Experience, Available For Day/Evening Sitting And Weekend Overnights.
Hello! My name is Jojo. I'm a 20-year-old student currently majoring in Child Psychology with hopes of becoming a family therapist. As of 5/12, I'm fully vaccinated. I've been doing paid babysitting jobs since sixth grade, and babysat regularly for a family with three young children for a three year period. More recently, I've...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jane. I am 25 years old. I recently moved to Portland to pursue a masters in occupational therapy. I am currently working at a school for children with autism spectrum disorder. I started babysitting in high school and have worked in afterschool programs and nannying positions ever since. I am working or in...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jane is absolutely (without question) an amazing help to our family. She has to go back to College this Fall but I would hire again in a heart-beat. If she has some time during her school year, she will be a great help to you!!!! But we plan to hire her every...
Modupe C.
Hello!
I have an undergraduate degree in early childhood, a master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction, and a year of Waldorf teacher training. I have been working with young children since I began babysitting in high school in 2008. It is truly what I love to do! I worked full time in early childhood centers for many years,...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 26-year-old female, Colorado native, who just moved to Vermont from Maine. I have over 10 years of experience with kids ranging from 3 weeks to 12 years old. I have worked in many different environments such as; family nanny, summer day camp, gardening workshops, daycare and date night babysitter. I encourage hands-on...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Grace G.
Portland, ME
$30-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Grace and I am a medical student looking for a family who needs occasional help. I am available most evenings after 5 and some weekends. I have had numerous babysitting jobs since I was 14 years old, caring for kids of all ages and up to 7 at a time. I also worked as an EMT for 8 years.
Kendall D.
Portland, ME
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative Sitter With Teaching Experience Seeking Full Or Part-time Work!
- 10+ years providing child care (infants, special needs, multiples)
- 2+ years as Montessori teaching assistant, sub, after school care (ages 2-13)
- CPR and first aid certified
- Fluent in French
Hello! My name is Kendall and I've been caring for children for 10 years. I started out as an in-class partner/tutor for younger...
Kendall can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(4)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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.
Emily M.
Portland, ME
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a Portland resident working in the environmental field. I have extensive childcare experience, including babysitting and summer camp work. I value play, silliness, and providing the utmost comfort for kids in my care.
My favorite summers are the ones I've spent working at my summer camp in New Hampshire. I was able...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 28-year-old Art Director looking to get back into babysitting on the side! Before finding my career, I nannied in New York City for 6 months, and off and on for 5 years while I was in college in Boston. I have lots of experience with children under 5, and I love spending time with older kids too.
I love getting creative...
Hope can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Molly S.
Portland, ME
$25-27/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Molly, and I am a hard working 24-year-old student living in Southern, Maine! I have 5 years of nanny/babysitting experience. I care for 3 children ages 5-12 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. (5 days a week.) I am also an occasional date night sitter for a 6-year-old with special needs. I know how valuable it is to have a caring,...
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Educator living in Portland after years of travel/work. Looking to work with kind family so I may save up some money to build a tiny house and continue my education. 15+ years work at a girls summer camp (age 8-15), plus babysitting for kids of all ages. I was a live-in nanny for 6 mo. in Sydney for 3 girls (1/3/5), 6 mo. in...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Delaney worked for us the summer of 2013 and did a great job with our two children, ages 4 and 6 at the time."
Christine L.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Natalie, and I am a graduate of Ursinus College. I am currently a full-time law student in Portland so I am not looking for full-time as I am in school most of the week. Additionally, I am currently working on a reoccurring basis with one family so am not able to take on any other reoccurring jobs at this time....
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
Clara S.
Portland, ME
$16-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm Looking For A Part Time Child Care Position And Would Love To Work With You And Your Family!
Hi! I'm a 21-year-old art student living in Portland. I spent this past summer working at a daycare and I have been babysitting for the past 6 years. I have work experience with children aged 4mo to 12 years old but I especially love working with younger kids 6mo-5yrs. I love to combine creativity and learning into play time and...
Clara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding an overnight babysitter near you in Portland, ME
How can I find an overnight babysitter near me in Portland, ME that I trust?
Not sure how to find a babysitter near you in Portland, ME that you can trust to watch your children overnight? You can use Care.com to search for overnight babysitters who can tackle the babysitter duties you need help with and who have an overnight babysitting rate that aligns with your budget. You can search by years of experience and read through reviews from families to get an idea of how trustworthy an overnight babysitter is, but it’s always a good idea to do your own interview and check their references.
How much do you pay a babysitter to stay overnight near me in Portland, ME?
Overnight babysitters in Portland, ME start at $20.88, but the exact cost of hiring a babysitter to stay overnight can vary based on each sitter’s years of experience and qualifications.
What babysitter duties do overnight babysitters near me in Portland, ME take on?
Overnight babysitters can take on a wide variety of babysitter duties. You can search Care.com profiles to find an overnight sitter who can help with tasks like cooking, laundry, light housekeeping, and homework. Review 40 profiles to see which babysitter duties care providers near Portland, ME feel comfortable tackling.
Ratings for Portland, ME overnight babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Overnight Babysitters in Portland, ME are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 66 reviews of the 60 listed overnight babysitters.