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60 babysitters are listed in Oxford, ME
The average rate is $17/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 3 years
Babysitters in Oxford, ME
Jazmyn W.
Casco, ME
$25/hr • 15 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as nurturing, fun, and organized!
I have always liked working with kids as I am the oldest child of 8 - giving me many years of experience helping take care of my younger siblings. I am also now a foster mom!
I've worked in healthcare for the past 10+ years, giving me some minor medical knowledge...
Jazmyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Hello my name is Emily! I have been babysitting all throughout middle and high school! I babysit twin 5-year-olds when I was senior in High School. I cooked for them, got them dressed and would help them with their remote school work. I have future plans to become a pediatric occupational therapist! I love spending time outside...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Mackenzi M.
Mechanic Falls, ME
$17-33/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have worked and volunteered at daycares, and have had multiple nannying/babysitting jobs. CPR trained. I am currently working as a CNA on a pediatric unit, but am trying to change fields. I also have a 6-month-old daughter, who I'd love to bring with me. Please give me a shout if you think it's a good fit!
Mackenzi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Johanna C.
Casco, ME
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Tutoring For Homeschooled Children W/ Intensive Special Needs, & Homework Help For Braille Readers!
I am a former special educator with 22 years experience working with kids birth-21 with severe/profound disabilities. I would be happy to support your family in homeschooling a child with intensive special needs. I am also fluent in Unified English Braille (literary only) and am willing to provide homework help and/or braille...
I have been babysitting for 6 years now and I love children! I have had experience with children from ages 6 months-13 years old. I am CRP/First Aid certified (last certification was August 8, 2015). Typically I would bring a few games/movies/snacks over for the kids and let them choose whatever they want. If they have pets...
Cassie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Sophia. I live in Cumberland, Maine. I am a first-year student and Vassar College and will be home by the end of May ready to start. I would be grateful for the opportunity to be considered. I have over five years of experience babysitting, often for families in my neighborhood, and supporting families. I can help...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Paige O.
Naples, ME
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. Besides the 9 years of experience in babysitting, I have been around children my whole life and I am going to college to become a K-2nd grade teacher. I also attended a Vocational Program for Early Childhood Development during my senior year of High...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I don't have much experience cleaning professionally. I am a mom of a 6-month-old baby, though! I love cleaning my home top to bottom- it is my therapy! I'm looking to gain good clientele, or good references! Give me a shout if you think this might be a good fit for your family trying out a housekeeper!!
Mackenzi can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
Hi there, my name is Erin ! I am currently working full-time as a firefighter/EMT in the city of Auburn, ME. I do not have any professional housecleaning experience but thrive in keeping my household and station clean and organized. I'm looking for a part-time gig to make a little extra cash for expenses. A clean house is a...
Erin can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Johanna C.
Casco, ME
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Special Educator Available To Care For Children With Intensive Special Needs
I am a former special educator with 22 years of experience with children who have severe and multiple disabilities. I recently left teaching to help families who may struggle to find child care. I care for kids with: physical impairment (lifting, positioning, adaptive bracing/seating), cognitive impairment (including kiddos who...
Need a pet sitter? Well consider hiring me to watch your fur baby! I absolutely love animals! I will walk them, play with them, feed them, and transport them if need be.
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'm an empathetic, hardworking college student with a passion for working with children. I seek a nearby job to balance work and online classes effectively. My childcare journey began at age 8, caring for my younger siblings, refining my skills in cooking, housekeeping, bedtime routines, and homework assistance.
In my free...
Kylie B.
Poland, ME
$19/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am currently enrolled in the Early childhood program . I have worked with mainly infants and toddlers this past year, and have loved every minute of it! CPR and first aid certified.
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda, I am a 24 years old, and live in Mechanic Falls with my fiance and our 4. 5-year-old son, and two kitties.
I have been in childcare since I was 16 years old, helping out at an in home daycare for the summer with a good mix of ages. Once I graduated high school at 18, I chose at that time to not go to college....
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
I am an early childhood educator. I have my associates degree in early childhood education.
I have been working with children for over 20 years babysitting, volunteering, working as a daycare teacher and as a nanny.
I have many families I have helped caring for their children and doing anything that might help them around the...
Darrah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My wife and I are wedding photographers in Western Massachusetts. One of our couples was getting married up in Waterford Maine, and being that it was a bit a hike for us we decided to bring our RV up and our 3 year old toddler with us. We had one provider lined up...
Brittney L.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & 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.
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! 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: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, 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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Oxford, ME
Darrah G.
5.0
My wife and I are wedding photographers in Western Massachusetts. One of our couples was getting married up in Waterford Maine, and being that it was a bit a hike for us we decided to bring our RV up and our 3 year old toddler with us. We had one provider lined up but a week out from the wedding she...
- Brittney L.
Marisa K.
5.0
Super fun and full of energy. My 4 year old daughter loves when Marisa comes over. Always on time.
- Bri P.
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 Oxford, ME:
How can I find a Oxford babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Oxford, 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 Oxford, 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 Oxford, ME?
The average rate for Oxford, ME babysitters on Care.com is $17.25 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 Oxford, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Oxford, 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.