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60 babysitters are listed in Leeds, ME
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Leeds, ME
Lydia B.
Readfield, ME
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Lydia, I am an honor roll student entering my sophomore year. I have experience watching younger cousins and family members and I am looking for babysitting and pet care jobs during the summer and the school year. Growing up with 3 siblings I have developed patience, adaptability and creative ways to have fun. I...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an energetic babysitter with 3+ years experience working with children. With a patient and compassionate demeanor, I will provide a supervised, safe, and fun environment for your kiddos! I am CPR certified with extensive knowledge of critical care. I have a car, flexible hours, and do not smoke! I am also more than...
Trinity can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Trinity is AMAZING with children. We have 7 and she has spent a lot of time with our kids. She listens to them, talks to them, makes up silly games and is super fun! She is very responsible. I would highly recommend her!"
Ashley C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
From the many dogs I've had to the occasional guinea pig and lizard, I love caring for any and every type of animal. I've house sat and pet sat for many and feel extremely comfortable with all types of animals.
Miranda can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Miranda is competent, cheerful and is always consistent and reliable with walking my dog twice a day. She comes highly recommended."
Greg G.
Cadence F.
Bowdoin, ME
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Cadence, I'm 20 years old and currently have 1 child of my own. I'd describe my personality as very sociable, easy going, understandable, caring, cooperative and fun!
I like working with kids because children bring joy to everything, they are loving, caring, and full of creativity and I love watching them...
Cadence can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cadence has been our #1 babysitter and housesitter for years. She is very easy going, has great organization and time management skills, and truly knows how to entertain kids. It is hard to find someone that you can trust with your kids but we have never worried...
Shauna B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently living in the Market Common area and am looking for afternoon hours. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old, originally from VT. I have babysat for many families over the years with multiple kids of all ages. I also have experience in house sitting. I have always loved kids and hope to have some of my...
Kylie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Truly a baby whisperer- she created such a serene and nurturing experience for our newborn daughter and has become our oldest daughter’s favorite sitter! "
Jess N.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Felicity. I currently work full time in a daycare center and have been in center based care for just over 5 years. I started babysitting at 12, and quickly learned that I love working with kids! I have experience with children of all ages but have spent the most time with infants and toddlers. I enjoy creating cute...
Felicity can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Great with children! Felicity cared for our daughter for 9 months and she was fantastic. Always made cute crafts (we saved all of them). She also made color flash cards and was always teaching new things. Very personable, dependable, and fun.
10/10 would...
Alison S.
Hannah P.
Auburn, ME
$20-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a passionate care provider who strives to provide a safe, fun and loving environment for children and their families. I have a Bachelors degree in Environmental Science from UNE, with a minor in art. I also have experience as a daycare provider, a teacher and an in home nanny. I try my best to incorporate support for...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Marisa K.
Auburn, ME
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Marisa. I am 20. I come from a family of 10 kids and I have 5 younger siblings. I have been helping take care of them my whole life. I started babysitting outside the home when I was 13. I am loving and caring and I really enjoy being with kids. When I am not spending time with my family and friends I enjoy cooking,...
Marisa can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Super fun and full of energy. My 4 year old daughter loves when Marisa comes over. Always on time."
Bri P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Shelby and I have been in childcare for 10 years! I am currently a part-time preschool teacher and a homeschool mom of 3! I take great pride in working with children and enjoy making memories and creating bonds with not just the child but the whole family! I have worked with ages 6weeks-12! I have specialty...
Shelby can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kylie and I am currently living in the Myrtle Beach area. I graduated with my masters degree in occupational therapy back in 2019. I have worked with elderly people since I was a child. I love spending time with them and learning about their lives, hearing all of their stories, and making them feel young again!...
Kylie can also help with: Visiting physician, home modification, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kylie took care of my 88 year old mother this summer. She was patient, attentive, polite, and so wonderful with my mother. She also sometimes juggled my mothers needs with taking care of grandchildren when they visited. She managed this with ease. Kylie makes a big...
Hilary H.
Katherine D.
South Paris, ME
$20-36/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced And Qualified Childcare Provider With Over 9 Years Experience.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Katie and I graduated with a Special Education degree from Saint Joseph's College of Maine. This is my third year as a K-3 special education teacher. I have worked and observed in various classroom settings. These include K - 5 general education classrooms, resource rooms, and self-contained classrooms.
I am...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Katie is our regular babysitter during the academic year. She is amazing with all 3 of our children (including ones with speech and/or developmental delays) and connects with them wonderfully. The kids have so much fun playing with Katie and regularly ask me when...
Sarah M.
Cassandra B.
Readfield, ME
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Dependable Babysitter With Over 15 Years Of Experience Caring For Kids Of All Ages
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My babysitting strengths include: -Building awesome blanket forts -Dropping everything for a spontaneous dance party -Enjoying the outdoors (especially summer swimming!) -Encouraging creativity -Managing kids busy schedules, keeping things organized but fun! -Loving family pets (scared of snakes though!) On a more serious note,...
Cassandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cassandra's picture says it all! She is spirited, engaged, playful. She comes prepared with craft activities and can also roll with whatever activities the kids have in mind. My kids got excited to have Cassandra back. My son is really shy and doesn't fit well with...
Matt S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have had experience, paid and non-paid, working with children ranging from newborn to the age of 15. Some of my responsibilities have included transporting children to and from school, homework help, meal preparation, changing diapers, light housekeeping, and any other general care needed. A little about myself: I attended...
Kristina can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"My daughter really likes spending time with Kristina!"
Joyce N.
Madison B.
Lisbon Falls, ME
$14-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can help out with any sort of light-housekeeping duties such as organizing, laundry, dishes, and whatever else maybe be needed!
Madison can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for multiple children between the ages of newborn to 11 years old. With my last job I cared for 4 children between the ages of newborn to 4 years old. My responsibilities for them included, assisting with potty training one of the older children, pre K homework prep for the oldest, cooking, light house work, diaper...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Dionne P.
South Gardiner, ME
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I am hoping to find some childcare opportunities here that will allow me to work part-time.
I have decades of child care experience from occasional babysitting, to nannying for families with differing age groups and needs.
I would love to get to know your family and continue growing my childcare experience!
Mckenzie B.
Lewiston, ME
$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hii!! I am very positive confident and out going. Giving your child the appropriate care they need is top priority. I am willing to do anything you'd like me to do around the house. I have experience with all ages from infant to pre teens and am willing to watch your teens if need be. Recently I have been working at a daycare...
Mckenzie can also help with: Carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a teacher here in Auburn. I have taught for six years total. I am certified to teach k-8 grade, however most of my experience has been in 4th grade. I have done care. com many years ago when I lived in California. Right now, I am needing some extra money and thought that this would be a great gig. Whatever you are needing,...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
I am a reliable sitting who cares about the well being of pets. Exercise and playing with them is super important in their lives just as much as being looked after with their feeding. Very open to do long walks for dogs, feeding, quick potty breaks, spend time with cats or dogs.
Chanelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello!
I am very passionate about cleaning and it's something that brings me a lot of joy and peace. I am comfortable cleaning any room of the house, doing laundry, and I'm especially good at ORGANIZING. I have my own supplies unless there's something in particular you'd like me to use.
Kathryn can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Leeds, ME
Trinity V.
5.0
Trinity has been amazing with our 3 kids. She has been dependable and even helped with light housework (i.e. sweeping, putting up dishes) which has been so helpful. She is great!
- Eric G.
Miranda G.
5.0
Miranda is competent, cheerful and is always consistent and reliable with walking my dog twice a day. She comes highly recommended.
- Greg G.
Cadence F.
5.0
Cadence has been our #1 babysitter and housesitter for years. She is very easy going, has great organization and time management skills, and truly knows how to entertain kids. It is hard to find someone that you can trust with your kids but we have never worried with Cadence. She calls/texts with...
- Shauna B.
Kylie N.
5.0
Truly a baby whisperer- she created such a serene and nurturing experience for our newborn daughter and has become our oldest daughter’s favorite sitter!
- Jess N.
Felicity H.
5.0
Great with children! Felicity cared for our daughter for 9 months and she was fantastic. Always made cute crafts (we saved all of them). She also made color flash cards and was always teaching new things. Very personable, dependable, and fun.
10/10 would recommend.
- Alison S.
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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 5 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 $20.80 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.