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60 part time child care are listed in South Portland, ME
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby part time child care is 6 years
Part time child care in South Portland, ME
5.0
(3)
I have been working with children for over 25 years. I started babysitting when I was 13 and have continued to work with children in various ways over the years. I have a B. S. in elementary education, was a before/after-school program director, a preschool teacher and I currently work in a busy pediatric dental office. I enjoy...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julie was a great addition to our household for the last 7+ months. She was always on time, easy to communicate with, and absolutely fantastic with my daughter (19-26months) I always knew my daughter was safe, well cared for, and having tons of fun with Julie. Any...
Elizabeth B.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Gentille was wonderful. She was very warm and jumped right in with the my three kids. She helped with making dinner for the kids and even managed to clean up, which is no small task! The kids were all sound asleep when we got home and all had great things to say...
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Sarah B.
Scarborough, ME
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Warm And Compassionate Therapist + Nanny Seeking Part-time Work!
I have worked with children in various settings for many years! I have my bachelor's and master's degrees in clinical social work, and I currently work as a mental health therapist with kids aged 7-18. Before obtaining my master's, I worked as a nanny for a 2-year-old. Most recently, I worked as a nanny for 3 children, aged 6,...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 3 years of experience in the early childhood education field. I have been a pre-k teacher in the past and I am currently working as a part-time receptionist; working towards a higher education! I'm very positive and my passion is early childhood education/mentoring. I'm excited to get back to what I love. I can help with...
Yemaya Marie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, there! I have a large family, which is where my experience with providing care for newborns-adults began. I nannied for many years and had experience as a live-in position where mine and the single mom's roles reversed sort of, leaving me with them when she worked and vice versa. With that said, that goes for many families I...
Leslie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Emma F.
Scarborough, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Babysitter Available For Daytime Or Date Nights
I am a fourth year medical student and just finished my clinical rotations. Looking to build my travel fund during my time off before graduation and starting pediatrics residency!
I have had experience nannying/babysitting since I was 14 and can provide references if needed. I have taken care of newborns - 12-year-old kiddos...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am a kindergarten teacher that is looking for summer employment. I have experience working with children of all ages. I have spent most of my career in child care and education working with early childhood ages. I am very creative, love coming up with fun activities for children and love being able to get outside and...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sarah B.
Old Orchard Beach, ME
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hey there! My name is Sarah, I'm 27, and I am currently a preschool teacher and BHP at a special needs/developmental preschool. However, due to a multitude of reasons, I'm hoping to branch off into nannying either part time or full time. Over the years I have worked as a babysitter, as a counselor in a youth residential setting,...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I am currently a junior studying business at U. I also teach dance classes at a local studio, where I have gained experience working with children aged 2-15. I have prior experience as a babysitter to family members and neighbors, and have also worked as a full time nanny for sixth months for a family with one6-year-old and...
Matilda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Morgan W.
Scarborough, ME
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 5 years+ of experience, I love kids and would love to help out. I have a lot of experience with children from past jobs and family members, I am a Junior college student studying social work with the goal of working with children. I am looking for a part time job during the school year and full time employment in the...
Morgan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Karla W.
Gorham, ME
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a Mom of 3 boys - Ages 15, 10, and 3. I sell insurance, but am only working part-time with my oldest son doing high school virtually and the younger two only going in person on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The ideal situation for me would be if your child could come to my home. We like to spend time outdoors, play games, bake,...
Karla can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emma D.
Falmouth, ME
$15-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been doing Child care/babysitting since I was 13 Years Old. I started by assisting at the day care I used to attend as an infant. I learned a lot there especially how to keep multiple kids entertained and happy at once. I have also been a part-time nanny for so many different types of families, all ages, 1 kid or 4 kids,...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Lacey B.
Old Orchard Beach, ME
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
With over 10 years of combined childcare, preschool, private nanny services, and public school special education, I am confident that I will be an excellent choice for your childcare needs. I enjoy playing outdoors and exploring nature, arts and crafts, teaching independence and life skills, and having fun!
I am looking for a...
Lacey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Madison, and I am a University of Southern Maine graduate. I am looking for a full-time or part-time nanny position. In the past I have been a full-time nanny for two children ages 2 and 5 and a babysitter for my cousins since they were newborns. I have a strong background in theater, so I enjoy incorporating...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
I am a positive, outgoing, responsible person looking to help out families in need. I am willing to do housework, laundry, and transportation. I graduated from the University of New England with a Bachelors's degree in Dental Hygiene. I have been working as a pediatric dental hygienist for 2 years (rdh for three). I am working...
Casey can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jess and I currently live in Gorham. I am a former elementary school teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education who has a lovely 10-month-old daughter. I'm looking to care for both my daughter and another child part-time. If coming to my home, or my daughter joining me to your home, sounds like...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, I'm Kennedy! I am a positive, kind, and responsible individual. I love to spend time outdoors and love to be goofy. I have been working in education for six years, primarily with pre-k through 5th grade. I enjoy being creative and facilitating art projects! I am seeking a part time nannying position for 1-3 children. I am...
Kennedy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have always loved working with children and have great fun doing it! I have worked as a nanny for a 7-year-old girl, coached for the Squaw Valley Ski Team where I was in charge of 12 (6-10 year old's), as well as taught pottery and dance lessons for VSA Vermont. I have years of experience babysitting and am comfortable...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a senior psychology major with a sociology minor at Stonehill College and currently looking for a part time summer job that is working with children. Last summer I nannied a 1-year-old boy and 3-year-old girl as well as a different family with a 5 and 10-year-old. In the previous summer I nannied three girls including two...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Annabelle M.
Scarborough, ME
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Childcare Provider - 4 Years Nannying Experience
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Annabelle. Nurturing and supporting the growth and development of young children is my highest joy and passion! I received my bachelors degree in early childhood education from Salem State University. Currently, I work as a child developmental specialist for 0-3-year-olds with an amazing company called Cape Ann...
Annabelle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
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FAQs for finding part time child care near you in South Portland, ME
How much does it cost to hire part time child care near me in South Portland, ME?
Every caregiver on Care.com chooses their own hourly rate and because of this, part time child care rates can vary based on factors like how experienced the caregiver is, where you live, and how many children require care. That being said, the average hourly rate for part time child care providers near you in ME is $20.36.
How can I safely find part time child care near me in South Portland, ME?
To safely hire part time child care near you in South Portland, ME, there are a few steps we strongly recommend you take to learn more about the candidates you are considering hiring. To start, you can run a private background check. You can also interview candidates and can request references from former employers. While we do request that all Care.com part time child care providers complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (all part time child care providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run), we do recommend doing your own due diligence.
What types of part time child care services are available near me in South Portland, ME?
The neat part about Care.com, is you can review many different caregiver profiles until you find a part time child care provider near you in South Portland, ME who can meet your family’s needs. Each caregiver lists the responsibilities they feel comfortable helping with on their Care.com profile and you can conduct interviews to learn more about the exact responsibilities they can help you out with.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for part time child care near me in South Portland, ME?
When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in South Portland, ME, you can ask them about their work experience, can inquire as to what caregiving responsibilities they can help with, and can ask them how they would handle certain situations. For example, if your child struggles with homework time, you can ask them how they would handle situations like your child refusing to do their homework.
How many hours a week can I hire part time child care near me in South Portland, ME?
You can interview a few different child care providers until you find one who can provide you with the part time child care you need for however many hours you require. You can set the hours and can find someone whose schedules line up with yours. There are 11 part time child care providers near you in South Portland, ME who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.
Ratings for South Portland, ME part time child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Part Time Child Care in South Portland, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed part time child care.