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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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & 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.
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
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, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
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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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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
(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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Very good with kids and animals, she knows basic sign language for kids."
Melissa W.
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
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a reliable and creative person with 2 years of experience working with children ages 3-11 in an elementary school, where I have developed a passion for working with kids and getting creative with them! I can help with crafts and errands, schoolwork, and transportation. I am looking forward to caring for kids part time...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
I have two little sisters, 10 and 6 years old, who I've been babysitting since I was 14 and 15, respectively. Since then, I've also babysat kids in elementary and early middle school, sometimes for an entire day.
I'm not completely set in my availability; message me and we can clarify times!
Chelsea E.
Winterport, ME
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
25 Year Old With A Passion For Caregiving And Teaching Kids. CPR Certified For Infants & Kids
Passionate caregiver with 5+ years of professional references and children of my own. I believe in staying busy. I love the outdoors and imagination based play. I'm familiar with Montessori approach as well as the Waldorf. I'm CPR certified for infants, toddlers and teens
I'd describe my personality as professional, caring and...
Chelsea can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lauren E.
Orono, ME
$14-26/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Lauren, a nursing student at the University of Maine. I am trying to make some extra money to pay for nursing school and thought this would be a good fit because I love animals! I grew up with dogs and rode horses and volunteered at a horse farm for years. I would love to give your furry family members love and...
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation
Katelynn G.
Blue Hill, ME
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have two children of my own ages 4 & 6. I've done senior care in the past as well. I love cleaning but the season is ending and I would love to find a long term job helping the right family. I love pets, cooking / baking, and gardening. Im pretty open to anything, let's talk!
I have experience working with children of a variety of ages for the last 5 years, I've driven children safely, so after school pick up or summer activities are perfectly ok, I am willing to complete light house cleaning, laundry, and meal prep/cooking if requested. I love animals. I also have experience with special needs...
Sapphira can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Amanda M.
Orono, ME
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have always loved kids, and over the past few years I have had a lot of experience with babysitting between the ages of 0 and 5. I enjoy taking the kids out and doing fun things, or hanging out at home. I am also good at cooking and cleaning.
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my names Bailey! I'm a sophomore at the University of Maine studying business management and I'm looking to babysit a 2-3 afternoons/evenings a week. My interest include playing softball, reading and playing board games.
I have been babysitting for many years now for all age ranges. In high school we had childcare on campus...
Bailey can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
I have been babysitting for almost 15 years now, from being a mother's helper, to babysitting part time. I have even been with a family for 3 years all weekends and holidays. I have watched newborns up to age 10. Luckily, I am the oldest in the family from both sides so I grew up with lots of kids :) I have experienced it all,...
Morgan can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
I have no professional experience as a house cleaner. I am a CNA who has worked in a variety of settings. I didn't work in a group home setting where I had to clean the house every night that I worked. I like to keep my own house very organized and clean, I am very thorough with everything that I do. I can provide my own...
Kimberly can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, window washing, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning
Grace L.
Orono, ME
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have cared for children much of my life. I have a younger brother by a couple years and we had very busy parents growing up so a lot of the time I was the one watching him and helping him with his schoolwork etc. I also have my babysitting license and I have watched children of many different ages before. When I babysit I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Holden, ME
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.
Laura S.
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 different and is able to treat them...
- Colleen H.
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.
Chavaleh W.
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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Holden, ME:
How can I find a Holden babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Holden, 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 2 babysitters in Holden, 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 Holden, ME?
The average rate for Holden, ME babysitters on Care.com is $14.50 per hour as of June 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 Holden, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Holden, 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.