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Danielle G.

Creative Individual Looking For Babysitting Or Nanny Opportunities

Eliot, ME

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I received my Masters in Human Development from University of Maine in 2019. I have experience with infants, toddlers, and children of all ages. I love cats, dogs, and all other animals. More than willing to bring arts and crafts projects if asked. I love reading books before bed time, preparing dinner and spending time with...

Kelly G. says "Danielle was our go-to babysitter for a year and a half until she moved for school. We miss all her dearly. I have two daughters, ages 9 and 2, and they...

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Alexis H.

Eliot, ME

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I'm currently employed as an infant teacher full time so I am CPR certified and other qualifications but I would love some more opportunities to enjoy doing what I love. For the past two years, I've been supporting families by providing reliable care for children of all ages by either babysitting or working in childcare. I would...
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Emily T.

Nurturing And Caring Person

Eliot, ME

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I've been in childcare for many years. I know as a mother myself that nerves play a big part when one is searching for childcare. I make sure that every family feels safe and help them navigate through this time. Most of the families I have worked for I do keep in touch with and vice versa. I'm looking for a job that the...
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Faith L.

Eliot, ME

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Hello, my friends call me Sky! I'm 26 years old and I've lived in Eliot most of my life. I have cared for children from newborns up to 10 years old, the majority of my formal training is with children ages 2-5 during a one year Early Childhood Education program I completed. During this program I implemented a curriculum designed...
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Nikki T.

Eliot, ME

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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I'm looking to make some extra money by caretaking! I'm mainly looking for one-time, date-night type jobs. My work schedule is pretty flexible, but I just started massage therapy school at night so I can't really commit to a weekly schedule, unfortunately. I enjoy spending time with both children and dogs. I'm also CPR and...
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Paula K.

Eliot, ME

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
I'm passionate about nurturing and educating children, with three years of experience providing safe and stimulating care. My patient, creative, and approachable nature allows me to connect easily with children and build trusting relationships with families. I keep parents updated on their child's day and any concerns through...
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Jacqueline C.

Seasoned And Flexible Nanny/Babysitter Available Part Time

Portsmouth, NH

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
I have many years of experience working with children from newborns to adolescents. While raising my own 3 children, I ran an in home daycare for 6 years. After my youngest daughter went off to school I went to work teaching preschool and worked there until I was offered the position as an adolescent counselor. I was employed...

Pamela C. says "Jacqui is dependable, organized ,enthusiastic individual. She is supportive , giving and sensitive to others needs. Always has a smile."

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Sarah M.

Fun And Experienced Babysitter Available For Part-Time Employment- Hours Vary

Portsmouth, NH

4.5(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I grew up in a big family (middle of 5 kids and lots of cousins) in New Hampshire. I started babysitting when I was 16 years old and have worked for many families over the years. The ages of children I have watched range from infant-teenager. I have a car and a clean driving record, so transportation is not a problem. I...

Alex F. says "Sarah did a great job immediately with our 2 and 3 year old on a rough day. We would recommend her to anyone!"

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Grace M.

Somersworth, NH

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
12 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I've always had a deep-seated passion for nurturing children's growth and development, and my 12 years of childcare experience have only solidified my commitment. As a patient, friendly, and certified teacher, I find immense joy in fostering a safe, nurturing environment where children can blossom. My expertise lies in caring...

Andrea A. says "Grace is amazing!! She was our sitter for a 10 & 7 year old for two years. Excellent help with homework and tutoring. She's always dependable and on time...

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Lindsay J.

Part-time Nanny/babysitter

Dover, NH

3.7(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Over 15 years experience with children ages 2 to 10 years old. Provisional Behavioral Health Professional certificate. I have two part-time jobs and are looking for flexible, one-off evening and weekend jobs to supplement my income. Substitute teaching experience, patient, and fun!

Emily L. says "Linds was prompt and communicative. She offered to do a video call when we first got in touch and was warm and pleasant. Although it was last minute, she...

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Griffin C.

Portsmouth, NH

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Griffin. After graduating from Clarkson University in 2020 I moved to Portsmouth, NH where I now live with my girlfriend Sarah, a loving chocolate lab, and a bearded dragon. I grew up in central Idaho where I learned to love the outdoors. I have Wilderness First Responder, CPR, and Swift-water rescue...

Jess K. says "I have three children, (two boys and a girl) ages 10, 8, and 5. Despite the diverse ages, energy levels, and interests of my kids, Griffin was able to...

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Emma K.

Enthusiastic And Creative Nanny!

Portsmouth, NH

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Em! I recently graduated from Lesley University with two bachelor degrees in Expressive Arts Therapy and Psychology. I have taken classes with topics on child psychology, art therapy, movement therapy, lifespan psychology, trauma & crisis, and disability studies. I have 9 years of babysitting/nannying experience,...

Elizabeth F. says "Em has been a fantastic help to our family with childcare and with domestic chores such as grocery shopping and laundry folding. She is very mature and...

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Josephine D.

Responsible & Creative Babysitter/Pet sitter

Somersworth, NH

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, my name is Josephine! I come from a big family and have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I recently relocated to Somersworth, New Hampshire. For the last 4 years I have been working in the daycare industry. My experience ranges from working with newborns to preschool-age children. Before working...

Eugenia U. says "Josie was an amazing nanny for our 1-year-old daughter. She was patient, kind, and flexible to accommodate her evolving schedule. Josie was also...

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Kathleen G.

Portsmouth, NH

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I live in South Berwick , ME. I work full time at a child care center in York. I have no children myself, but I love kids and I love spending time with them. I have been working with children for 12 +years both as a babysitter and in a child care setting. I have worked with children between the ages of 6 weeks and 12 years.

Adam Z. says "Kathleen was great babysitting our almost 2 year old daughter. We would definitely use her again!"

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Maggie C.

Part-Time Caregiver

Greenland, NH

5.0(0)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have a passion for working with children and have had the opportunity to care for them for the last 10 years. Over the last decade I have cared for families as both a nanny, regular babysitter, as well as a one time babysitter. I have experience with children from all ages as well as multiples and children with special needs.
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Melanie N.

Nanny

Dover, NH

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
working with children ranging from 1 years old to 5 years old. While working at the daycare though I was primarily working with children 14 months to 2 years old. I have nannied for 11 children ranging from 14 months old to 4 years old, with a couple of older children 7 and 9 years old. I worked full-time for 8 of the children,...

Grace P. says "Melanie is AMAZING!!! I absolutely love her. I have hired maybe 6 babysitters through Care and none of them come even close to Melanie. She follows...

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Alexys Z.

Caregiver

Rye, NH

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Due to my schedule, I am only available after 5 p.m. during the week, but I am available at all hours over the weekend! Are you looking for a sitter who's experienced, reliable, and fun? You've come to the right profile! Hello, my name is Alexys and I have been working with children for over 10years from 4 weeks to 15 years...

Care Member says "My kids absolutely adore Alexys!! We found Alexys about 7 years ago through care.com and she has been a part of our family ever since! I am so thankful...

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Hannah L.

Part-time Caregiver

Dover, NH

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I currently work full-time in Salem, NH as an Early Childhood Special Educator. I live on the seacoast with my husband and our black lab Pierce. I have been babysitting since 15 years old. I have worked in a variety of early learning settings through internships and college jobs.

Molly B. says "Hannah was a dream come true. My 5-month-old was instantly comfortable with her & so was I. Hannah gave me updates throughout the night- I'm a new Mom &...

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Allison D.

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Dover, NH

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have experience working in kindergarten as an assistant teacher for six years. I have experience babysitting children at a local gym aged newborn to 10 years old for over 5 years. I have worked as an assistant preschool teacher and love working with young children. I am CPR and AED certified. I enjoy providing crafts, games,...

Care Member says "Allison has been amazing to our family! As first time parents, it’s so nerve wracking to leave our babies with anyone aside from family. But this isn’t...

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Kari R.

4th Grade Teacher Looking For Summer Work

Somersworth, NH

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Looking for 10-20 hours per week for Summer 2025. During summer 2023 I worked for a stay at home mom with 5-month-old twins and summer 2024 I worked for a family with a 4-month-old who were transitioning back to work/work from home. Also happy to help with date night! I am a 4th grade teacher and staying with my moms place...

Care Member says "Kari was wonderful with our 5 month old daughter! It was our first experience with a sitter and Kari was extremely personable and incredibly patient...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.67/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Eliot, ME

Babysitters in Eliot, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Danielle G.

Danielle was our go-to babysitter for a year and a half until she moved for school. We miss all her dearly. I have two daughters, ages 9 and...

- Kelly G.

Jacqueline C.

Jacqui is dependable, organized ,enthusiastic individual. She is supportive , giving and sensitive to others needs. Always has a smile.

- Pamela C.

Sarah M.

Sarah did a great job immediately with our 2 and 3 year old on a rough day. We would recommend her to anyone!

- Alex F.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Eliot, ME:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Eliot, 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 6 babysitters in Eliot, 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.

The average rate for Eliot, ME babysitters on Care.com is $22.67 per hour as of August 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Eliot, ME through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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