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60 babysitters are listed in Camden, ME
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Camden, ME
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Calder. I somehow found myself working with kids when I was just a kid myself. I started volunteering at a educational nature center at the age of 12 and quickly realized I loved teaching, both in formal and informal settings! In the many years since I have been the Program Director (at aforementioned nature...
Calder can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We love Calder! And our 4-year-old especially loves Calder! Finding him has been such a gift for our family. We hired him to care for our son about 20hrs per week to fill in preschool gaps. Calder is kind, calm, smart, mature, and unflappable. He can handle any...
Ian C.
5.0
(1)
I've worked for over a decade for various educational farms and nature centers working not only with children, but with animals. It has always been crucial that the animals I work with are healthy and well cared for not only to demonstrate to children how best to handle everything from a 2000 lb cow to a 2oz spider, but that the...
Calder can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Calder G.
Camden, ME
$25-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
In the very beginning of the pandemic I moved back to my home state of Maine to care for a dear family friend with dementia. Having earned my degree in Education and having spent my whole adult life working with kids, I wasn't sure how the transition to working in senior care would be. But it was the most rewarding experience of...
Calder can also help with: Transportation, errands, dementia, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Calder is extremely competent, motivated, and compassionate. He sees what needs to be done and he does it. He is the most kind, patient, and loving person I have ever worked with. He brings joy and laughter and he also knows how to set necessary boundaries. I trust...
Wendy E.
Trinity P.
Camden, ME
$18-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a nursing student at Simmons University in Boston, MA. I love working with children and have experience babysitting, I am a college athlete and enjoy spending time outside. I am happy to help with housekeeping and cooking or meal prep. I am comfortable with pets and have my own transportation. CPR certified.
Trinity can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Hi! I hold an MA in French from CUNY and a BA from Hampshire College. I am certified to teach K-12 French and Theater in Maine. I've worked in childcare for 10+ years and particularly love structured activities such as outdoor adventures, cooking, baking, reading and art. I've worked as a French teacher in Rockport and as a...
Joanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
I have tutored students grades 1-6 in French Immersion programs. I can work with children of any age at any level of French.
Samantha W.
Camden, ME
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Sam (she/her/they/them) and I've been in the MidCoast area for about 3 years now. I have a background in Environmental Science and Education. I love working with children and I love being outside, so being able to combine the two is just my favorite! And I've had so many opportunities to do so with years of outdoor...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Samantha W.
Camden, ME
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! You've found my pet care account! I am a lover of all critters, furry, and slimy ones alike. I've helped raise many different types of pets and other rehabilitated critters in my life- from rabbits to raising larval insects.
In terms of experience; I grew up next door to my aunt, who officially fostered resuce Bassett...
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am young at heart and enjoy working with children (of all ages). My lifetime of experience includes Senior care as well. Have dog and house sat around the world!
Professionally, I had a career as an Art Director. I have worked as a Manager in hospitality, had an assortment of caregiving positions - including substitute...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary was wonderful! She was very relaxed, kind, capable and competent. She was engaging with my son but knew when to pull back as well. She even noticed that my son likes foxes when she came for an interview and then brought him 3 library books about foxes when she...
Zoe C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For the past 5 years I have been pursuing my degree and working in various school systems as a behavioral health technician, preschool assistant teacher, and most recently, as an Ed Tech iii for a special education program at a local middle school. I usually try to incorporate Montessori practices and hands-on activities as a...
Selena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Selena has been such a wonderful nanny for my son, very happy and welcoming personality! "
Care member
Hi! I'm a mom of two adults who live across the country and a pet lover without a pet. I am looking to earn some extra income while providing extra help when you need it. In addition to dog walking, occasional pet sitting and babysitting, I am also a good resource for shopping, errands, baking, and random information. I am...
Heidi can also help with: Carpooling
Gabrielle B.
Rockland, ME
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is gabby I love kids and adventuring, I have been told I have a very outgoing bubbly personality. I have three nieces and they're my word. I have experience in child care as a 2-4 daycare teacher and I loved every minute of it. I am CPR certified and I'm a type one diabetic that has been managing my own care sense...
Hello! My name is Molly and I am a 32-year-old BHP/Ed Tech III in the public school system. I have a 4-year-old son and various pets, including a dog, bearded dragon, and beta fish. This summer, I will have extra time and energy and would like to help families in nearby communities. Most of my experience is with children. I have...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Selena H.
Rockland, ME
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Educational Technician And Sitter
Throughout my years pursuing my degree, I have worked extensively with children and adolescents on the spectrum, those with learning disabilities or behavioral struggles, and some with traumatic brain injuries. I base much of my approach to working with these individuals on Montessori practices, sensory stimulation and...
Molly P.
Lincolnville, ME
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 20 years of experience caring for pets as a side job. Most of my experience has been with dogs and cats. I have done pet sitting, boarding, and walks. I love taking dogs out for hikes, swimming, and play time.
Molly can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hello, My name is Devin and I have many years of experience working with children all ages. I started caring for children about 10 years ago in an in-home daycare at my grandmothers. I then became a babysitter for different families and ended up eventually working as a co-teacher and support teacher at a top rated childcare...
Devin can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Molly P.
Lincolnville, ME
$21-26/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have a lot of experience with house keeping through house sitting and assisting people in their homes.
I have the summer off from working in the public school and would love to give some extra time and energy to help out.
Molly can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, organization, window washing, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Cassandra W.
Lincolnville, ME
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Cassandra. I am 31 years old. I have 3 children of my own. I have a 15-year-old boy who is in school and a 10-year-old boy in school. I also have a 4-year-old girl with me during the day. I love watching children and I have done so for many years now. I am looking to watch children in my home or yours. I know...
Cassandra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Having working in various behavioral health environments managing medication residentially as a CRMA (Certified Residential Medication Administrant) and BHT (Behavioral Health Technician), I am now looking for more flexible hours than a typical shift could provide as I am pursuing schooling to be a psychologist.
I am very...
Selena can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Maya F.
Union, ME
$35-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi - my name is Maya and I am currently a senior at BW. I have worked with kids since I was 15 and I absolutely love it. I started babysitting my neighbors when I was 12 and started working part time at a day care at 15. I have worked with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. If its nice out I would love to take the kids...
Maya can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Camden, ME
Calder G.
5.0
We love Calder! And our 4-year-old especially loves Calder! Finding him has been such a gift for our family. We hired him to care for our son about 20hrs per week to fill in preschool gaps. Calder is kind, calm, smart, mature, and unflappable. He can handle any kind of activity and any kind of play,...
- Ian C.
Calder G.
5.0
Calder provided some of the most reliable and perspicacious care I could have ever expected from someone. Calder care took for my father in law with dementia and he demonstrated outstanding insight, judgement, patience, dependability, and compassion. If you are looking for someone to take care of...
- Jay M.
Mary S.
5.0
Mary was wonderful! She was very relaxed, kind, capable and competent. She was engaging with my son but knew when to pull back as well. She even noticed that my son likes foxes when she came for an interview and then brought him 3 library books about foxes when she came to babysit which showed so...
- Zoe C.
Selena H.
5.0
Selena has been such a wonderful nanny for my son, very happy and welcoming personality!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Camden, ME:
How can I find a Camden babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Camden, 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 8 babysitters in Camden, ME on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Camden, ME?
The average rate for Camden, ME babysitters on Care.com is $23.38 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 Camden, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Camden, 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.