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138 nannies are listed in Portland, ME
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Portland, ME
Maggie M.
Portland, ME
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am an outdoor educator and substitute teacher with a lot of experience caring for kids of all ages. I have been babysitting and nannying for 12 years, and have cared for children 6 months - 13 years old. I love to have fun, and I know that creating a physically and emotionally safe space is the first step to having fun. I am...
Maggie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been nannying since I was 12, but my passion for childcare goes back to when I was six and my brother was born. I have always been very protective and responsible as the oldest child. I love playing with children and helping them grow in my own small way, whether that means exploring outside or reading them a book. I...
Elita can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & 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,...
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a very positive and energetic young adult with 6-yrs of experience under my belt working in early childcare. In my beginning experience I worked with 2 & 5-year-olds but was often a "float", working in all classrooms ranging from infants-5yr olds. Over the years I've worked with infants-7yr olds, as well as in different...
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a recent graduate of Bard College, where I studied French Literature and Language, as well as visual arts and music (specifically Jazz). I recently relocated back to Portland, and am excited to resume my work in childcare. I have a range of experience in childcare, including working as a camp counselor, as a nanny, as a...
Emma can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ashley P.
Portland, ME
$22-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Ashley. I'm 25 years old. I absolutely love spending my free time with kids. I'm a very energetic, caring and reliable person. I've nannied throughout the years and spent 3 summers with one family in Cape Elizabeth. This required me to be on time from 9-5 everyday. I was always prepared and ready to take the kids to...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable person with an EMT certification and 6 years of lifeguarding experience. I also have 6+ years of experience babysitting and nannying during the pandemic. I played sports all during elementary school and through college and I love to be active. I was a camp counselor for 3 years and was involved with the...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as someone who leads with compassion, shows immense empathy, and has a genuine interest in connection with others.
I'm looking for a job that works with my current full time job while also providing me with the chance to work with children again.
I started working with kids at age 11 and babysat...
Maeve can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Susan N.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Storyteller (love To Read To And Create Stories For/with Kids)
I co-founded the only year-round professional theatre in the Adirondacks. I was Artistic Director which encompassed choosing all of the plays, acting, and coordinating educational programming. I also taught a variety of theatre courses at SUNY Potsdam. We needed a change and love the sea, so we moved to Portland 10 years ago. By...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone!!
My name is Julia, I'm 25 years old based in Portland, Maine. I have my Bachelors of Arts in child psychology, and specialize working with children with emotional and cognitive issues, along with those who may be on the spectrum- but I enjoy working with all kids of all shapes and sizes! I plan on starting my...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I've loved spending time and working with kids in varying ways since my first babysitting job. Through college, I worked as an assistant teacher at the local Children's Center with preschool age children. I've also worked with kids as a volunteer at a women's shelter in Boston which I especially enjoyed. I would watch 7-10...
Sophie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hi! I'm Ali, I'm 28, and I was born and raised in Maine. I've loved working with children from a young age, when I began as a mother's helper for a family friend at the age of 11. I worked for them every summer until my senior year of high school, and still keep in touch with them to this day! I've had extensive experience in...
Ali can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Erin C.
Portland, ME
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Erin. I am a graduate from the University where I received my degree in childhood development and family relations. I've worked with children, both typically, and non-typically developing, since 16 years old and have loved every minute of it. My experience with children ranges from infants to middle school aged...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hello!
My name is Danielle and I am a registered nurse with 2+ years in the nursing field. I am BLS certified and my RN license remains current. My passion has always been caring for others which is way I chose a career in nursing! Now hoping to take a break from healthcare, I would love to continue caring for others by...
Danielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hello, my name is Abbi!
I am fun, active, caring and creative!
Growing up, my mom owned a home daycare. I was constantly around children and I loved it. When I was 14 I started babysitting and still do here and there.
Graduating high school in 2012 I immediately started working at a small home daycare and a couple centers...
Abbigail can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi Everyone! My name is Nirmala. Growing up on Peaks Island I am a Portland local and know the area very well. I am outgoing and passionate about creating connections with other humans. I love to spend time in the out of doors but don't mind settling in with a good book. I have previously worked as a camp counselor and supported...
Nirmala can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I love children and am studying to be a pediatric nurse! I have lots of experience nannying and working as a Certified Nursing Assistant in a nursing home. I am looking for a summer filled with laughs and lightheartedness I believe truly only children can provide!
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding nannies in Portland, ME
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Portland, ME?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Portland, ME is as of is $21.63 per hour as of May, 2024. 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 Portland, ME?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 138 in Portland, 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 Portland, ME?
You can find different nanny services in Portland 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 Portland, ME with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Portland, ME nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Nannies in Portland, ME are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 172 reviews of the 138 listed nannies.