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Nedra B.'s Photo

Nedra B.

nanny

South Portland, ME

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Nurturing young minds and supporting families is my passion. For the past three years, I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I hold a college degree and am comfortable caring for up to four children at a time. My approach is patient and friendly. I believe in open communication with...
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Nature Oriented Nanny/Babysitter

South Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm a 31-year-old fun loving caregiver with thorough childcare experience. I'm the oldest of 6 siblings, and have been caring for children professionally for 15+ years. Throughout high school and college I babysat for multiple families. Most of the families I've worked for kept me as their main sitter for years, welcoming...

Care Member says "Erin was our nanny for over 2.5 years and I can not recommend her enough! She started with our family when our oldest was 3 months old; her calm &...

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Art And Nature Loving Babysitter!

South Portland, ME

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$23/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I have 9 years of experience as a babysitter, camp counselor, and outdoor educator and one year of experience as an after-school instructor. I am an artist- I love drawing and doing crafts with kids! I also love animals and nature! I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, snacks, schoolwork, and grocery shopping.
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South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Emily, and I have lots of babysitting experience! Throughout middle school and high school, I was the well-known babysitter. I had weekly summer babysitting jobs, as well as helped out on random weeknights/weekends throughout the year. After graduating high school, I continued on to get my bachelor's degree in...
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It's Great To Meet You!

South Portland, ME

1.0(0)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Emma, I am a Montessori toddler teacher. I have been a professional nanny to infants and elementary age children for years, and am currently in a grad program for my Montessori credentials at MI-NE while teaching. I went to school for early childhood education, and have always been drawn to working with...
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Elizabeth L.'s Photo

South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am responsible, capable, and qualified with 6 years of babysitting / nanny experience and have worked as a preschool teacher as well. I have recent CPR / first aid training, and a certificate in holistic health and nutrition. I love working with children. My rate is $25 an hour for any number of kids.
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Hello! Babysitter

South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi my name is Brenna. I am currently a student at smcc and I am looking for ways to earn extra income to help pay for classes and school supplies. I have been an animal lover always! I have cared for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles and fish. I am available to take pets for walks, or to just keep them company. Babysitter
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Experienced Youth Professional

South Portland, ME

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Liza! I have 10+ years working with kids in summer camps, vacation camps, before and after school programs and youth classes. I also have a degree in Recreational Art Education. When I'm with kids some of my favorite activities are LEGOs, any arts and crafts project, hiking or walks outside and STEM projects! I'm...
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Stay At Home Mom And Nurse

South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm a stay at home mom (aged 5 and 7) and former registered nurse looking to provide childcare on a part time basis. I currently take part time care of a sweet 1-year-old. I love caring for babies (cures my own desire for more)! But any age is great as I have much experience with all ages. I love playing sports, doing...
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Talia B.'s Photo

South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I'm a childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. With two years of experience and some college under my belt, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your child. My patient, calm, and friendly nature helps children feel at ease in my care....
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Part Time Babysitter While Home From College For 4 Weeks

South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I took a babysitting certification class when I was 12 years old, and have been babysitting for kids on my street and family friends whenever I've had the chance since then. I have made meals, put the kids to bed, driven them to appointments, and always make sure to clean up and do the dishes. I'm also willing to do laundry or...
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Amelie R.'s Photo

South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
As a friendly and patient childcare provider with two years of experience, I've come to enjoy supporting families and providing dependable care for their little ones. My passion for caregiving stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles. I believe open communication is key, so parents can expect regular text...
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Quinn H.'s Photo

South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello, My name is Quinn and I am a recent graduate of Merrimack College with a degree in Human Development. I am currently pursuing my Early Childhood Teaching Certification and am passionate about working with young children, particularly in grades 1 and 2, as I work toward a career in elementary education. I have extensive...
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Zoe E.'s Photo

South Portland, ME

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'm finishing up my third year at USM studying Social and Behavioral Sciences and Criminology! I'm interested in part time babysitting/nannying this fall! I have lots of experience working with children, I've been babysitting for 7 years, I have experience with children ages 6 months to 10 years old! I enjoy working with kids...
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Experienced Nanny

Falmouth, ME

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am worked as a nanny in the Falmouth, Maine area for over 20 years. I have experience with children of all ages. I very much enjoy children and bring an outgoing personality.

Rachel M. says "I can't say enough wonderful things about Angie. I have FOUR small children, 6, 4 and twin 2 year olds. It's not easy to get thrown in to that mix, but...

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Ashley G.'s Photo

Scarborough, ME

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
As a nanny I have worked with children of all different ages and personalities. This has included infants, and those with disabilities such as autism. By working for lengthy periods of time, such as overnight or for multiple days, I have shown both endurance and patience. With great respect towards parental...

Care Member says "We hired Ashley to watch our 10-month old son and she was the best nanny we ever worked with. She’s reliable, patient, trustworthy, and excellent with...

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Part-time Babysitter/Nanny!

Gorham, ME

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
While I was in high school I cared for two families. Each family had two children 2 and 5 years old. I have had experience caring for both boys and girls. In college I babysat for a family of three; ages ranging from 2-10. My most recent experience has been caring for two children ages 5 and 8 in 2016-2017; helping get them...

Joelle G. says "Lauren works for me at a youth-services organization and is mature yet fun, and very responsible/trustworthy! I've seen her work directly with teens,...

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Experienced Baby-Sitter Available Part-Time

Gorham, ME

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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...

Elizabeth B. says "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...

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Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter Available

Westbrook, ME

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 27 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
For over 15 years, I've been dedicated to nurturing children's development. My passion stems from seeing them learn and grow. Babysitting ignited this desire, and I strive to positively impact each child's life. I'm patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I prioritize open communication, adapting to your preferred method for...

Kara W. says "Gentille was our nanny for 3 months when our kids were 1 and 3. She is amazing! She is warm, caring, reliable, and maintains her sense of humor even when...

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Julia P.'s Photo

Responsible And Outgoing Sitter

Scarborough, ME

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$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Julia! I'm a 19-year-old with a passion for working with children. I have 1 year of experience as an after-school counselor through Scarborough Community Services. I'm dedicated to providing a safe, fun, and creative environment for the kids I care for, and I always strive to make every moment engaging and enjoyable. I...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.36/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 3.0

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in South Portland, ME

After School Babysitters in South Portland, ME are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Erin F.

Erin was our nanny for over 2.5 years and I can not recommend her enough! She started with our family when our oldest was 3 months old; her...

- Care member

Angela L.

I can't say enough wonderful things about Angie. I have FOUR small children, 6, 4 and twin 2 year olds. It's not easy to get thrown in to...

- Rachel M.

Ashley G.

We hired Ashley to watch our 10-month old son and she was the best nanny we ever worked with. She’s reliable, patient, trustworthy, and...

- Care member

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in South Portland, ME

You can review 14 after school babysitter profiles near you in South 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.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in South Portland, ME is $17.36. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

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 South Portland, ME on babysitting websites like Care.com.

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 South Portland, ME can really come in handy.

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 South Portland, ME.

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