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72 after school babysitters are listed in Portland, ME
The average rate is $19/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 7 years
After school babysitters in Portland, ME
I currently work full time in food systems work. Before that, I was a Farm School Educator with elementary-aged kids at Wolfe's Neck Center. Previously, I worked part time as a teaching assistant at Mary Johnson Children's Center (MJCC) in Middlebury, VT for 3 years. At MJCC I worked in classrooms of 16 children ranging from 18...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Shelby T.
Portland, ME
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, energetic, active
I started working with kids when I started coaching youth sports and summer camps
In my spare time, I like to go to the gym and hike with my dog.
One thing you should know about me is that I work full time as an Exercise Specialist but have many afternoons and evenings...
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very good! Timely, good communicator, great at responding to text, our baby boy was very happy! "
Care member
Adrienna B.
Portland, ME
$24-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi Im Adrienna. I'm 20 Years Old And Would Love To Help You And You're Kids In Any Way Possible.
I'd describe my personality as protective, energetic, and charismatic.
I like working with kids because i've been around them my entire life. I'm the oldest of 28 grandchildren and I have helped raised everyone of them. I started out babysitting at 11 years old and fell in love with working with children. I'm hoping to start...
Adrienna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Hello! My name is Olivia and I have worked in various childcare settings over the past 10+ years. I have been a pre-k teacher at a holistic preschool in Burlington, VT, directed/taught at a "micro" school for 7 families during the pandemic, hosted summer camps for children aged 3-6 and nannied for many families with children...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am a recent graduate of UNE's Master of Social Work program with former work experience as a journalist and theater artist. I have almost two decades experience working with infants and toddlers. I love reading, crafting, and getting outside with kids. I am a runner, a novice yogi, and a lover of music. I enjoy getting...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Abigail Q.
Portland, ME
$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Abbey and I am an experienced and passionate babysitter with 6 years of experience taking care of children. I love doing arts and crafts activities, going to the park and exploring nature, as well as playing games indoors. I have 5+ years of experience as a camp counselor for individuals with special needs. I...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Sara H.
Portland, ME
$22-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sara, your friendly, Portland area Elementary School Secretary looking for year round night/weekend work (happy to be a consistent care person for your date nights!), as well as weekday care opportunities during the summer. I have previously cared for newborns up to the age of 14, only children, twins, and up to 5...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Mia H.
Portland, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter With Background In Healthcare And Outdoor Education!
I have many years of babysitting experience and love working with children of all ages! I am in nursing school working towards becoming a pediatric nurse practitioner. I have been a full time nanny as well as a pediatric nursing assistant. I am creative, outdoorsy, responsible and patient. I currently work at the Friends school...
Mia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Hi All! I am currently in my master's program at USM in Environmental Education and Non-profit Management. I am an experienced nanny and babysitter. I have worked as a camp counselor (5+ years), interpretive park ranger (1 year), and after school care assistant (1 year) with multiple kids from many different backgrounds....
Angela can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Lizzie. I'm a pre-k teacher. I love working with kids. I babysat all throughout college and I love planning fun crafts to do with my students/kids! I love the outdoors and I take my students on lots of nature walks! I'm happy to help out in anyway I can!
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Jessica H.
Portland, ME
$20-28/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there, my name is Jessica and I'm an energetic and creative 30-year-old! I have a degree in dietetics and nutrition, however have been babysitting since I was barely 12. I have experience with all age groups.
I'm looking for a full time position, with a minimum of a one-year commitment, and my rates start at $20-25/hour for...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as funny, honest, caring
I like working with kids because I don't have kids myself- I open my heart to loving other people's children!
I started working with kids when I was about 19. I worked with children on the spectrum and with behavioral disorders. I was a full time Head Preschool Teacher when...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Emma P.
Portland, ME
$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Fun Sitter And Looking To Entertain Yet Care For At The Best Level
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since the age of 15 in my town working with lots of different families with kids of all ages. I have worked with infants and also 12-year-olds and am comfortable with both. Over the past two years, I have been a part-time nanny for a family of three. The kids are between the ages of nine and 11. I usually...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Stephanie M.
Portland, ME
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Teacher Looking For Occasional Babysitting. Available During The Day For The Month Of August.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! I work as a behavior specialist in public schools and would love to build a relationship with a family for occasional sitting. Previously, I taught at a therapeutic middle school, was a naturalist for the Appalachian Mountain Club, taught 1st grade environmental education in Lawrence Public Schools, managed a teen...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie was fantastic with my 4 month old. She was so sweet and patient with him. She has excellent judgement and does a great job of communicating."
Okeoma M.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lily. Currently I am a Senior nursing student at UVM and going to graduate school to study Midwifery. I have been working with children since 2007 as a babysitter and as a camp counselor for a local day camp. While at the camp, I had groups with ages ranging from 5-13 years old. I was in charge of organizing...
Lily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
My career working with children started when I was a kid myself- babysitting at the age of 11. I enjoyed babysitting during high school and college so much that it led me to my career of working with children. I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a masters in Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis. After...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hi, I am a high school senior looking for summer nannying jobs - full or part-time! I will be attending college in New York come September, but am home for the summer.
I have over four years of experience working and volunteering with children ages 0-12. I worked full-time during the summer at a childcare center for children...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
Hi there! My name is Brooke and I have been an educator for about 17 years in a variety of different capacities. I am currently looking for a nanny position to start late summer/early fall as I require a bit more flexibility in my schedule than public school teaching offers. I teach Social Emotional Learning at two elementary...
Brooke can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, ME
Shelby T.
5.0
Very good! Timely, good communicator, great at responding to text, our baby boy was very happy!
- Care member
Stephanie M.
5.0
Stephanie was so wonderful with our two kids, they keep asking when they can play with her again! She is thoughtful and attentive, and even felt comfortable bringing them out and about to the museum and playground. When we are in Portland, I will definitely reach out to her for child care again.
- Joyce C.
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.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Portland, ME
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Portland, ME?
You can review 72 after school babysitter profiles near you in Portland, ME to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Portland, ME?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Portland, ME is $19.56. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Portland, ME?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Portland, ME on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Portland, ME to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Portland, ME can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Portland, ME?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Portland, ME.
Ratings for Portland, ME after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
After School Babysitters in Portland, ME are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 64 reviews of the 72 listed after school babysitters.