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Jasmine H.
Holden, ME
$14-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have been caring for pets for many years. I have experience in both cats and dogs. I have previously worked at a dog daycare so I am very familiar with all types of breeds of dogs, ages, and large groups of dogs.
*** Profile automatically says PSA Member & insured as well as Pet First Aid Certified. I am not, although I have...
Jasmine can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lindsey, I am 23, married, and living in Prospect, Maine. I have a bachelor's degree in Anthropology that led me to travel with my husband around the country doing archaeology for two years. Currently, we have decided we want to take a break from traveling and are planning on settling down in the nearby area.
I am...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Molly B.
Brewer, ME
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello!! My name is Molly and I am a hard working, responsible individual and new mom! I have a beautiful 4-month-old boy. I'm originally from New Jersey but have fell in love with Maine. I nannied for a private family for about two years before moving. I am currently working part time as a behavioral health professional and...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I have 2+ years of experience. I can help with any sort of cleaning or tidying up. I am a very organized person and cleaning keeps me sane!
Jasmine can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens & more
I am currently a student at Flagler College looking for part time work in the surrounding area. I have no professional experience yet I am willing to work hard to make your home comfortable and clean.
Lindsey can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning & more
I can provide pet sitting within your own home. I currently attend Flagler College and am looking for part time work in the surrounding area. I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes.
Lindsey can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Josephine, and I am looking to pick up some extra work doing childcare while I search for a job in luxury hotel management as I am a recent graduate of The Culinary Institute of America. I have childcare experience from years of babysitting through middle school and high school, as well as 4 summers' worth of...
Josephine can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She was very attentive to my boys and knew exactly what they needed before they knew. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I work full time as a nanny, but am always looking for extra weeknight and weekend hours!
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda took care of my daughter when we visited New York for a friend's wedding. She was comfortable, confident and reliable, and took great care of my baby girl!"
Laura M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Savannah and I am a librarian looking for some evening and weekend work as a babysitter or tutor. I have been working with children for over 10 years now! I have been babysitting for all ages since high school and before becoming a librarian, I was a full time nanny for two years. This job included meal prep,...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Savannah babysat for our son over the summer starting when he was about 18 months old and we absolutely loved her! She has a genuine, positive energy and our son always seemed happy and comfortable when he was with her. Savannah has experience working with small...
Jena W.
Lindy B.
Bangor, ME
$18-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Babysitter Available Anytime For The Remainder Of Summer And Most Week Night During The School Year!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lindy and I am a 23-year-old nursing student. My schedule can vary depending in classes but I am looking for a part time babysitter position! I have over 4 years of experience babysitting kids of all ages. In the past I have babysat ages 3 months to 5 years old. I am a kind, caring and outgoing person that tends...
Lindy can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lindy was wonderful with my 9 month old daughter. She is caring and thoughtful. She was always on time. I highly recommend her."
Brie B.
Dahlia H.
Bangor, ME
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced College Student With 5 Years Experience Looking For Part Time Job
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a 24-year-old college student looking for a full time nannying position. I'm CPR/AED certified and trained in first aid as well, and currently hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology. I enjoy baking, singing, and overall just doing fun crafts and projects with kids! I can also assist with tutoring or virtual learning if...
Dahlia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great for last minute babysitting. I had an emergency and couldn't take the kids, Miss H. was more then willing to watch the kids for as long as I needed. She's a lifesaver."
Lisa S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey guys!!
My name is Caitlyn I am currently finishing my Major in Child Development and Family relations with a Minor in Mental Health Rehabilitation over at the University of Maine in Orono. All of my classes are online so we don't have to worry about the stress of that. I have grown up watching kids, I started taking care of...
Caitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Very good with kids and animals, she knows basic sign language for kids."
Melissa W.
Caitlyn J.
Bangor, ME
$17-25/hr
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. Ive owned dogs my whole life so I know most ins and outs of providing for dogs
Caitlyn can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm currently working part time in a self contained classroom, and I am going to school full time for clinical mental health counseling!
Non-smoker
Mandated reporter
Safety care certified
COVID 19 vaccinated
CPR & First Aid certified
Transportation
Chavaleh can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We've had Chavaleh watch out toddler multiple times and she's been nothing but professional, courteous, and kind. If you're looking for a great baby sitter look no further!"
John D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the mother of 3 children who are now young adults. As a retired occupational therapist, I have a solid understanding of what children need at various developmental stages. I'm an animal lover and a non-smoker. I have my own reliable transportation.
I never had anyone I trusted (other than family) to help with my children....
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laura loves my kids like they are her own. She cares about them like a grandmother and my kids love her. She does discipline gently and is always willing to try new things. She is very reliable and is willing to transport kids. She understands that all kids are...
Colleen H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a college student looking to pay for my education. I have a WFR certification, which includes a CPR certification. I can care for children of all ages. I have paid experience caring for children 4 months old to 12 years old. I've also cared for up to four children at a time. I can cook dinner, help with homework, plan...
Gamma can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I've known gamma for around seven years. And in those seven years I have watched her grow into a responsible leader amongst her friends and family. She has cared for on more than one occasion my grandchildren and they love most is that she likes to play board...
Dave C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Sal! I'm a former counselor turned educator. I have over 10 years of experience with nannying, babysitting, commercial cleaning, private home cleaning, turnovers, and pet sitting. I have nannied for most all ages and have a son myself and some lovely nieces and nephew. I am available for babysitting to help you get...
Sal can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sal is an awesome person to work with. My daughter has so much fun playing, making art, playing outside and learning her numbers with Sal. Sal is great at communicating with me, and is very patient with my daughter. Also, Sal is super helpful with housekeeping and...
Vanessa A.
Lauren B.
Belfast, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
School-based Occupational Therapist Seeking Summer Child Care Work
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a school-based occupational therapist who is looking to fill some of my summer off with child-care opportunities. I have over 10 years of experience with children in addition to a Masters degree in occupational therapy, and two years of experience as a school-based OT. I am comfortable with infants, toddlers, children,...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren was an amazing babysitter for our 6-month-old! We were in Maine for a wedding and knew we couldn't bring the baby to the wedding events, so we found Lauren on this site. I had a quick Zoom call with her ahead of time, and she followed up with a couple...
Anna G.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
About me:
I am a full time student at the University of Maine, I have maintained deans list for the past two years.
I have several years of experience babysitting and absolutely loved it! We were able to get outside a lot which was a lot of fun!
My hours can be flexible for this summer.
Some things about me; I love reading,...
I've been nannying/ babysitting for years, and now I'm a stay at home mom with a 2-month-old boy, Tommy. I love being a mom and being around my son all day, but we'd like to earn extra income as a family, so I'd like the chance to care for another little one, or children, again. I'm CPR certified, have my own car, I'm a...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Bucksport, ME
Josephine M.
5.0
Josephine is great with kids, especially the littles! Her ability to engage with my 2 year old was amazing. She is familiar with age appropriate activities and isn’t afraid to go outside! Josephine is definitely my son’s favorite caregiver!
- Care member
Amanda P.
5.0
Amanda took care of my daughter when we visited New York for a friend's wedding. She was comfortable, confident and reliable, and took great care of my baby girl!
- Laura M.
Savannah B.
5.0
Savannah babysat for our son over the summer starting when he was about 18 months old and we absolutely loved her! She has a genuine, positive energy and our son always seemed happy and comfortable when he was with her. Savannah has experience working with small kids, was flexible with our schedule,...
- Jena W.
Lindy B.
5.0
Lindy was wonderful with my 9 month old daughter. She is caring and thoughtful. She was always on time. I highly recommend her.
- Brie B.
Dahlia H.
5.0
I was hesitant at first because she looks so young but she presented herself as a mature and professional person. Super friendly and patient with my two boys, even tutored them and helped them with their homework. Would be a pleasure to have her babysit for us again!
- Adrian C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Bucksport, ME:
How can I find a Bucksport babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Bucksport, 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 7 babysitters in Bucksport, ME on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Bucksport, ME?
The average rate for Bucksport, ME babysitters on Care.com is $15.14 per hour as of May 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 Bucksport, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Bucksport, 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.