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60 babysitters are listed in Leeds, ME
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Leeds, ME
Kelly H.
Leeds, ME
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always loved children and I used to help my mom babysit and then babysat on my own as a teenager. I have 2 boys of my own ages 11 and 18. I have cared for children in my home and theirs. I have also worked at a couple of daycares. I have experience with newborn to young adults with special needs. I've also cared for twins...
Kelly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kelly was absolutely fantastic with my twin girls. she cared for them a couple times a week for about 5 months. The only reason she doesn't anymore is due to making the decision for me to be a stay at home mom. She was always on time and communicated very well, I...
Ally N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I grew up with pets in my home and decided that I wanted to work with them. I volunteered at a dog/cat boarding kennel in high school and was offered a job there when I graduated. I worked there for 9+ years. I've also cared for animals in their homes including overnights. I'm comfortable administering meds as well.
Pets must...
Kelly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"We found Kelly through a friend. She stayed six nights with multiple cats and two super timid foster dogs. Sounds like the fosters were more comfortable with her than with us. :-)"
Noelle F.
Certified with ages birth to 5 and K-3rd grade! CPR Certified! Very reliable and patient. Finishing up my first year of teaching kindergarten!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. my experience, I have worked in small daycares, large daycares and I have also done home babysitting and dog sitting. I have recently been told that I was the best employee my employer could ask for. I am starting college in the fall for early...
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Carrie D.
Greene, ME
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! I wanted to share that I currently have a 13month old daughter who I will need to bring along with me, I am only considering working for families who will be willing to allow this! With that being said, I have worked for many families with multiple children and will be sure to treat your children as if they were...
Carrie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Carrie was great with our 10 month old daughter. She was very dependable, always on time, communicated while we were out and you could tell our daughter liked her and was happy when she arrived. I would definitely recommend Carrie without reservations."
Heather R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Gabby and I am a pharmacy student at the University of Rhode Island! Beyond working as a pharmacy intern at Walgreens and CVS, I also have experience working with children as a substitute teacher (K-5) during school breaks and as a babysitter during the school year. I am responsible as well as enthusiastic to...
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabby made our out of town babysitting experience very easy. She was very responsive to my requests to talk and FaceTime beforehand. Due to her warm demeanor and competency I felt safe leaving my daughter with her. If I lived in Maine I would book/hire her again. "
Care member
Rebekah H.
Monmouth, ME
$21/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hey! I love working with kids. I'm willing to cook and clean. I am always finding new and fun games to play with kids I babysit. I've been babysitting for 4 years and I have babysat a family with 4 kids at a time with ranging ages. I have CPR certification as well as experience in the 911 dispatching field. Where I am currently...
Rebekah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Rebekah H.
Monmouth, ME
$12-17/hr
I love to clean and I'm willing to do most anything related. I have my own transportation. I'm available in the mornings and afternoons, also on weekends.
Rebekah H.
Monmouth, ME
$13-18/hr
I love animals. I've pet sit many times for friends and family, unpaid, but I loved the experience and the job itself!
Julissa F.
Turner, ME
$16-50/hr
Hi! I have experience caring for autistic youth as young as 1-year-old. I can provide positive behavior support and care.
I am experienced in tutoring and mentoring elementary school and middle school age students in reading and English. If needed, I can also help with math. I also have some experience in helping with SSAT test prep.
Carrie D.
Greene, ME
$20-50/hr
I have been caring for children for 20+ years. I would like to expand my reach to my elders as I do have a 1. 5-year-old who will need to accompany me and I want to find a good match for everyone. I can help with meals, housekeeping, miscellaneous needs and running errands. I would like to find someone who would also find joy...
Carrie can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
I spent 1 year in Topanga, California living and working for a hotel. I was responsible for managing bookings, customer service, as well as seeing to the tidiness of the rooms and property.
Rebekah H.
Monmouth, ME
$15-25/hr
In high school I had Straight A's in math up to Precalculus. I am currently working as a dispatcher. I am also a Certified AVID Tutor
Savannah P.
Turner, ME
$15/hr • 12 yrs exp
Hi! I am 28 years old. I have always been passionate about children; teaching and encouraging their developmental skills and milestones and learning about them and from them. I have over 10 years of experience with babysitting and four years of experience at a childcare center as an infant, toddler, preschool, and school age...
Savannah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I am an experienced babysitter with a few years of baby sitting under my belt. Not only have I helped to raise my younger siblings (all 7 of them!), but I have also babysat for a variety of family members and friends. I am comfortable and experienced in caring for kids of all ages. I also have experiencing in mentoring...
Julissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Hello! I am a 23-year-old nursing student! I have been babysitting for 8 or so years! I have been a babysitter from ages 9months to 11-year-olds. I am a very fun and energetic young lady, who loves to care for others and obviously loves children! I can clean, cook, pickup/drop off etc.
Kelsie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
I have 40 plus years giving care to those in need. I am retired, looking for a part time position. I love children, adults, pets; and miss working. I have worked in a hospital and a home setting. In addition, I have two medically fragile adult children.
Caitlin H.
Lisbon, ME
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for over 10 years for local families in their homes. I have cared for children between the ages of 4 weeks and 15 years old. My responsibilities have included preparing meals, changing diapers, bed-time routines, bathing, reading, homework help and playing with children both indoors and out. Hours have...
Caitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Caitlin is wonderful! She was a full time nanny for our daughter from age 3 months to 14 months and provided back up care for our three year old when he was home sick from school. She was caring, organized, patient, and flexible - our daughter adored her! She...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting children anywhere from the age of 4 months to 13 years old for 15 years now. I love watching children of all ages. I enjoy doing arts and crafts, playing outside, playing games, and doing whatever else the children are interested in playing. I am outgoing, educated, and a hard worker.
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexis was our nanny for over a year and she was fabulous. Alexis is very responsible, always on time and great with our son [and our very energetic dog]. Alexis developed a good routine with our son and she always found a good activity for the day. She often did...
Kyle C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Leeds, ME
Kelly H.
5.0
Kelly was absolutely fantastic with my twin girls. she cared for them a couple times a week for about 5 months. The only reason she doesn't anymore is due to making the decision for me to be a stay at home mom. She was always on time and communicated very well, I loved getting texts with updates or...
- Ally N.
Kelly H.
5.0
We found Kelly through a friend. She stayed six nights with multiple cats and two super timid foster dogs. Sounds like the fosters were more comfortable with her than with us. :-)
- Noelle F.
Carrie D.
5.0
I consider myself very lucky that Carrie watches my girls. She is so good with them. She has helped the girls with their schoolwork so much that it feels like we have had a teacher here at home. Her kindness is always contagious. I can't say enough!
- Charlie B.
Gabrielle B.
5.0
Gabby made our out of town babysitting experience very easy. She was very responsive to my requests to talk and FaceTime beforehand. Due to her warm demeanor and competency I felt safe leaving my daughter with her. If I lived in Maine I would book/hire her again.
- Care member
Caitlin H.
5.0
Caitlin is wonderful! She was a full time nanny for our daughter from age 3 months to 14 months and provided back up care for our three year old when he was home sick from school. She was caring, organized, patient, and flexible - our daughter adored her! She helped get our daughter on a consistent...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Leeds, ME:
How can I find a Leeds babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Leeds, 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 4 babysitters in Leeds, 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 Leeds, ME?
The average rate for Leeds, ME babysitters on Care.com is $21.00 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 Leeds, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Leeds, 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.