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60 babysitters are listed in Gardiner, ME
The average rate is $15/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 8 years
Babysitters in Gardiner, ME
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since the age of 11 but I come from a large family and have been helping take care of kids since I was six. I am in college and going for a certificate in early childhood. I love kids and am great with all ages, boys and girls! (Though I have more experience with younger children) I have a license and my...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Vanessa V.
Gardiner, ME
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fully COVID Vaccinated Part Time, Summer And Wedding/Event Nanny Available
5.0
(14)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I have been working with children part time for many years. Since I graduated college I have been working with them full time. I now work as a teacher online and pick up part time jobs babysitting/nannying kids! I love children and I believe kids should lead healthy, active lives, and I encourage and participate in...
Vanessa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Vanessa is wonderful! My husband and I feel so fortunate to have found someone we felt comfortable enough to leave our 20 month old son with for an occasional date night. Our toddler immediately took a liking to her. She is also excellent at communicating and...
Katie C.
4.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing, family oriented!
I like working with kids because they just are so happy and always are up to something and keep you busy! I love watching them learn and watching their growth build up!
I'm looking for a job that can give me respect and communication back to me!
I started...
Adriana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
4.0
Overall everything was good! The kids had excellent care! Had time outside, inside, different things that she did with the kids! Very dependable and responsible! Has a lot of history with kids and infants!
Dylan R.
I have been a child care sitter for 20 years. I also work in the medical field as a caregiver. I have also been a foster parent in the past. I love children of all ages. Each one has a unique personality of their own and they are amazing. I also enjoy those teenage years... as a mother to 4, I remember well. I have devoted...
Peggy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have resuced animals since 1980. I have always had cats and dogs and every animal you can imagine. I have worked with sick pets, older pets, baby pets, puppies, kittens. I founded The center for abused horses and dogs, but we took in any animal that needed to be resuced.
Peggy can also help with: Dog training, boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting & more
I am a retired state trooper K9 trainer and have always loved working with animals professionally and personally. My 2 dogs are my kids and I provide the most trustworthy care that I would want for my home & animals of any kind. I have had over 25 years of experience and I am very knowledgeable in the dog behaviors and...
Dawn can also help with: Administration of medicine, grooming, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding & more
Rainey C.
Gardiner, ME
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience with children of a varied of ages and environments. I also have my bachelors in psychology. I am happy to help with light housekeeping or anything else helpful around the house. I create a fun and safe place for your kids. I am a enthusiastic, kind and patient babysitter. Reference per request.
Rainey can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jennifer M.
Gardiner, ME
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Waldorf early childhood teacher; mother; lover of nature and children. 10+ years of babysitting experience.
Jennifer can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as Driven, Compassionate, and adventurous.
I like working with kids because they are the future! I just find that watching children learn and grow is so incredibly rewarding! I enjoy being a part of something so much bigger!
I'm looking for a job that I could preferably do in my home so that I can...
I am a retired state trooper that has lots of love to offer any child or children. I have fostered many and want to help nurture our future generations to come one child at a time. I have excellent personal references and I love any and all children if they were my own. I believe in structure and nurture go hand in hand. I am...
Dawn can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have done a select few at-home care positions, from basic needs to Hospice. I enjoy what I do, because I feel it is a gift I am able to give to people with the need because of limited abilities. To give a loved one and their family the possibility to spend their last days or moments in a personal familiar environment, with...
Dawn can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
Peggy L.
Gardiner, ME
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a 68 year young CNA, who has a lifetime of experience caring for those in need. I am compassionate, friendly, and have a great deal of respect for my clients needs.
Peggy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Mikayla P.
Gardiner, ME
$25-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
I'm looking to fill in my other days with another family :)
Pat D.
Gardiner, ME
$11-15/hr
I am a pet lover and own two cats and have had a dog in the past Looking to care for your pet in your home including walking, feeding and spending time with them Looking to meet your needs as needed Thank you
Pat can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Anna. I have experience cleaning private homes and rentals. I can also provide some of my own supplies. I am a detail-oriented, hard worker and am eager to provide you with an excellent service!
Anna can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, dusting, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Emily B.
Augusta, ME
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a 29-year-old provider who loves to serve families and the community. I believe that caring for children as a babysitter/part-time nanny is a great opportunity to invest in the lives of children and their parents. I am advanced in Spanish and I am willing to speak Spanish with your children or help them learn the language....
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Emily is very dependable and caring! She is great with pets and children and will be easy to work with! She has vast experience working with special needs children and older pets. I highly recommend her!
Laurie B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I'm a very proud wife and. mother, I have plenty of experience in watching children. I have worked in nursery schools, and I am very good with children of all ages. I believe children of all ages need love, caring, and guidance they need to trust and feel secure who they are with. when their parents are not around.
I also can...
Debra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Loving, compassionate, caring. She is an amazing lady. Worked for us for years and is trustworthy, which is hard to find.
Catherine Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have three younger sisters and lots of additional experience with children! I love engaging in creative, fun activities to help kids grow and enjoy learning.
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 20 years of experience in childcare, and genuinely love caring for children. Working with and caring for children has been some of the most rewarding work I have experienced throughout my career.
I will provide references from parents of children I have cared for in the past year. I can help with Travel and...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Very sweet and well put together. Very knowledgeable with children! My kid is a little shy around knew people but automatically took to her!
Adrian G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Lexie and I've always enjoyed working with children. I grew up babysitting for family friends, have served as a summer camp counselor at both overnight and day camps, volunteered at various after school programs, and coached a Girls on the Run team. I have also been on a service trip to teach children...
Lexie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gardiner, ME
Vanessa V.
5.0
Vanessa is wonderful! My husband and I feel so fortunate to have found someone we felt comfortable enough to leave our 20 month old son with for an occasional date night. Our toddler immediately took a liking to her. She is also excellent at communicating and confirming all plans. We could not be...
- Katie C.
Adriana L.
4.0
Overall everything was good! The kids had excellent care! Had time outside, inside, different things that she did with the kids! Very dependable and responsible! Has a lot of history with kids and infants!
- Dylan R.
Emily B.
5.0
Emily is very dependable and caring! She is great with pets and children and will be easy to work with! She has vast experience working with special needs children and older pets. I highly recommend her!
- Laurie B.
Debra C.
5.0
Loving, compassionate, caring. She is an amazing lady. Worked for us for years and is trustworthy, which is hard to find.
- Catherine Y.
Melissa T.
5.0
Very sweet and well put together. Very knowledgeable with children! My kid is a little shy around knew people but automatically took to her!
- Adrian G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gardiner, ME:
How can I find a Gardiner babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Gardiner, ME can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 14 babysitters in Gardiner, ME on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Gardiner, ME?
The average rate for Gardiner, ME babysitters on Care.com is $15.86 per hour as of April 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Gardiner, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Gardiner, ME through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Gardiner, ME babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Gardiner, ME are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.