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60 babysitters are listed in Falmouth, ME
The average rate is $18/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Falmouth, ME
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Starting with watching the neighborhood kids while their parent's were still home at age 11, I have been babysitting for years, taking on new experiences and challenges as I grow. For 5 years, I worked as a swim instructor for kids and adults ages 2-70. I was repeatedly acknowledged for providing a caring, exciting and lovingly...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexis is wonderful. She babysits for our 13 month old son on a regular basis. I am almost hesitant to write this review because I want to keep her available for us! "
Mollie R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience working with kids of all ages as a babysitter, camp counselor, and a special ed tech. From making slow-motion movies to exploring local playgrounds, I will engage your kids with fun and diverse activities. Whether you're looking for care while you're on vacation or a date-night sitter, I am...
Madeleine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maddy is simply the best! She babysat for our two boys when they were ages 4 and 2 and they adored her. She's full of energy and always up for planning an adventure - particularly outdoors! She joined us in the summer and took them to the park, the beach, farms -...
Annie L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Virginia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Virginia cared for my toddler for three weeks (planned, I only needed a brief bridge to daycare). She had a great presence that is calming and allowed space for my daughter to play, learn and grow. I would certainly hire her again."
Megan N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Melike and I am from Turkey! I have been working with children for 7 years. I have babysat children ranging from newborns to middle-schoolers and also privately tutored English. Besides that I love children and spending time in their inspiring world!! I am a mature, reliable, and creative person and hope to meet...
Melike can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
"Mel was my first babysitter I hired for my son when we were in Portland, ME. She was absolutely great with him. He enjoyed spending time with her, and he would light up when she came through the door. We had to move to Oregon, but if I could I would take her with...
Victoria M.
5.0
(1)
Thank you for looking at my profile! I am a 36-year-old woman in Gray Maine. I'm taking on limited part time nanny and tutoring hours as I transitioned from a 10+ year career in the nonprofit sector to full time graduate studies in Social Work. I hold a M. Ed. in Secondary English Ed including coursework in child development....
Rebecca can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca is amazing. She's punctual, professional, respects boundaries and rules, while ensuring safety She watched our children a few times, made meals, cleaned, took care of our pets, and has a very friendly, helpful, and compassionate demeanor. She's excellent...
Sarah N.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
I was born into a large family of eight children and started taking care of my siblings when I was 8 years old (It's usual/normal in my culture for elder siblings to help care for their younger siblings). Taking care of them was a part of my daily routine when I was not in school until I left for college; moreover, I am their...
Gentille can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I cannot sing Gentille's praises enough. She cared for our son from 3 months old and we trust her implicitly. She exudes warmth, was punctual, loving, and such an incredible friend and playmate to our son. She was like a member of the family and we felt she cared...
Kristin E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
After working as a nanny for 5+ years, I moved into the field of behavior support and have worked as a BHP for 3 years. I currently work as a special education ed tech for the Portland School district. I have experience supporting students K-8 with a variety of academics and am very experienced with remote learning. Currently, I...
5.0
"Amelia tutored our kids on winter outdoor adventure for our break. Helped them get enthused about skiing, skating, and tubing."
Jen And Aaron B.
Callie C.
Portland, ME
$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
Fun And Loving Sitter. Willing To Help Out With Whatever You Need!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love kids and pets! Last summer I worked at a summer camp and I absolutely loved working with the kids! Kids of all ages love me and I'm willing to do anything around the house that you may need. Looking for a babysitter so you can finally have that parent date night? I'd be the perfect girl for you!
Callie can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Callie was the perfect sitter for our 8 month old! She was very responsive before the job, keeping in touch while we finalized our plans. On the evening that we needed her, she was punctual and patient with us when we were running behind. She kept me updated for...
Care member
Jaide C.
Windham, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional, Empathic And Fun Child And Senior Care Provider
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
With a warm smile smile, energy and heartfelt empathy, I wish to give a peaceful, safe and supportive environment for your family. My most recent assignments involved the care and education of children ranging from infants to age to 5 years, for a Montessori School. More recently, I was responsible for the total care of a...
Jaide can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jaide is excellent with kids and also seeks out opportunities to help. she is self directed and always keeps busy when the kids were napping. our daughter loves her and she is very good with infants as well. taught our daughter through Montessori methods and gave...
Julia O.
Rebecca R.
Gray, ME
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Thank you for taking a look at my profile! I am a 35-year-old woman in Kennebunk Maine. I'm taking on limited part time tutoring hours as I transition from a 10+ year career in the non-profit sector to full time graduate studies in social work. I have high school and middle school teaching experience and experience working one...
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I will say up front, I don't have formal education or pet care training. I have a 3y. o. pup of my own and enjoy dogs and cats. I'm not very comfortable with reptiles and would not be the best fit for reptile care.
I am a licensed social worker by training and am trying to pay down educational loans while helping...
5.0
"Erin is a warm, loving, and responsive caregiver! She is in tune to developmental milestones and age appropriate play. When she is with our son, I know she is engaging and playing with him in a meaningful way. She follows our son’s schedule and mimics our parenting...
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Maria B.
Portland, ME
$22-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Your Weekend Mary Poppins. Creative And Fun Occasional Sitter
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Maria and I'm a former full-time nanny, STEAM Specialist, and Inspired Play Director with 10+ years of experience caring for children ages 0-10. I transitioned from full-time nanny to full-time writer in 2022 and work a 9-5 M-F, but love to keep weekend and evening availability for occasional babysitting. If you're...
Maria can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria is a wonderful sitter and we consider her apart of our extended family. My kids love making crafts and seeing what fun she'll bring with her when she comes over. She always is there when we need her and brings along a positive atmosphere that is amazing. We...
Beth C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I can help your family in a variety of ways, including pet sitting/walking, child care and meal prep. I have a wide variety of experience and can provide excellent recommendations. I have reliable transportation, a clean driving record and a safe vehicle.
I work as a teacher and have summers off. Therefore, I am...
Alexis can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"We hired Alexis for help during a recent vacation. She was on time, very nice and capable and trustworthy. Highly recommended."
Andrew K.
Kelsey L.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter With Over 10 Years Of Childcare Experience. Past Jobs Include Daycare.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kelsey, and I am a remote certified health coach. I have grown up with pets from a young age, and found a few years ago that when my apartment was deemed not pet friendly, that I needed my animal fix in other ways! Because I work from home, I started accepting occasional dog/house sitting gigs, and now it has...
Kelsey can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kelsey was great! We loved her and would hire again in an instant!"
Alexandria R.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a babysitter and nanny for about 7 years for different families in Southern Maine. I have lived in Cumberland my whole life and reside there now with my parents and siblings. I am a part-time college student, which is currently all online. I am looking any part-time or full-time child care positions.
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids loved Sarah! Will definitely be bothering her again soon for date nights!"
Lindsey P.
Aicha I.
Portland, ME
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a housing Support worker at the local homeless shelter. I'm looking for some part time hours cleaning houses or running errands etc. I'd love to help your family with getting organized, regular weekly cleaning, or whatever you need help with.
Aicha can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, window washing, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Not only is Aicha delightful to have in the house, she is super thorough with her cleaning! She cleans spots that I didn't even think of all while being very efficient. Aicha shows up on time and with a smile on her face ready to do a great job."
Susan R.
Jessica B.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jess and I am currently working as an adult community case manager for adults with intellectual disabilities and an array of other diagnoses. I have experience with special needs and social work. I have received a degree in psychology and statistics from Stonehill College. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessica has cared for my three children on several occasions. She has always arrived promptly and my kids are always asking for her back. Great with keeping them entertained. I would definitely recommend her! "
Molly J.
Kelsey L.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kelsey, and I have watched children between the ages of 6 months and 12 years old. Babysitting was my first job as a kid, as is the case for many. The thing with me, however, is that I never actually stopped. For as long as I can remember I have done some form of childcare on the side of my jobs, and I love it....
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I currently live and work in Portland and look forward to working with your family! I worked at the camp of Southern Maine in childcare (summer camp and daycare) with toddlers and school-aged children for four years, as well as intermittent babysitting and nannying for families with various child dynamics. I have cared...
Eilish can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eilish is amazing! She was the first sitter we had since COVID, and she handled our older child's nervousness with ease. In a few short minutes, they were playing games in complete comfort. Eilish is punctual, responsible, communicative, and so so sweet - basically...
Caitlin M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a full time Occupational Therapist, looking for part-time work on the weekends and occasional Mondays. I have many years of experience caring for children and began my OT career in the pediatric field. I also have experience working with children with Autism and various other diagnosis. I would love to help in anyway that I...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Emily is a calming presence with our two high energy toddlers. She does a great job at keeping them busy with activities and outdoor time. We have really enjoyed having her in our home."
Ashley R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Falmouth, ME
Alexis G.
5.0
Alexis is wonderful. She babysits for our 13 month old son on a regular basis. I am almost hesitant to write this review because I want to keep her available for us!
- Mollie R.
Madeleine W.
5.0
We hired Madeleine as a babysitter for our three children during our recent trip to Hawaii for almost all the evenings we were there. She was extremely reliable, as well as sweet and calm with my 3 boys. She was patient, read them stories and engaged with them effortlessly. Highly recommend!
- Lyndsey W.
Virginia C.
5.0
Virginia cared for my toddler for three weeks (planned, I only needed a brief bridge to daycare). She had a great presence that is calming and allowed space for my daughter to play, learn and grow. I would certainly hire her again.
- Megan N.
Melike A.
5.0
Mel was my first babysitter I hired for my son when we were in Portland, ME. She was absolutely great with him. He enjoyed spending time with her, and he would light up when she came through the door. We had to move to Oregon, but if I could I would take her with us.
- Victoria M.
Rebecca R.
5.0
Rebecca is amazing. She's punctual, professional, respects boundaries and rules, while ensuring safety She watched our children a few times, made meals, cleaned, took care of our pets, and has a very friendly, helpful, and compassionate demeanor. She's excellent at providing comfort and support as...
- Sarah N.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Falmouth, ME:
How can I find a Falmouth babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Falmouth, 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 27 babysitters in Falmouth, 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 Falmouth, ME?
The average rate for Falmouth, ME babysitters on Care.com is $18.52 per hour as of April 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 Falmouth, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Falmouth, 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.