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Delaney P.

Portland, ME

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I started nannying in 2012 and have babysat since 2009. I have copious experience in childcare of all ages (new borns to late teens), including nannying, occasional date night sitting, working as a teacher's assistant in a day care. I thoroughly enjoy spending time with the little ones and teaching them how to grow their...

Suzanne M. says "Delaney was a full-time nanny for my family for about two years for my son when he was 3 months-2 years as well as our dog. She was an amazing addition...

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Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been a nanny/babysitter on and off for about 10 years in my community. It began with me just taking care of children for family friends during high school. I later worked for a nannying agency where I gained experience working with ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. I later worked as a substitute music teacher for a...
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Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Portland, ME

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I recently just moved back to Maine and am looking for some additional part time work. For the past seven years I lived in Hawaii where I was a school garden teacher and taught K-9th grade students hands on gardening, cooking, and nutrition lessons, which was one of my most rewarding experiences! I babysat for several...
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Experienced Nanny/Babysitter Of 5+ Years

Portland, ME

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Greetings! I have worked with children all of ages, first through volunteering and then as a Recreation Programmer for the City of Portland at various elementary schools. I am the Recreation Supervisor for the City of Portland's Before and After the Bell program along with our Summer Camp Venture program. I love being a positive...
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Babysitter/Nanny/Educator

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Let me share a bit about myself with you! My name is Kate and I am a young professional, living and working in Portland, Maine. I graduated from Plymouth State University in 2014 with a degree in Childhood Studies- Elementary Education. Since graduating I have worked at non-profits that provide various services to individuals...
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Part-time Babysitter Available

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been a babysitter for children age 1 yr - 15 yrs, often looking after multiple children at the same time. Additionally, I have tutored children in 1st through 8th grade and have taught Health and Leadership for 6th - 8th grade and AP Environmental Science for 10th and 11th grade. I love working with children and am always...
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Educator/Babysitter

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hi there! I'm an artist and writer in Berkeley CA with over 12 years of experience in childcare. I've worked in 1:1 nannying roles, in outdoor education, in tutoring, and in art education. I'm CPR certified and love to play music, make art, and spend time outside! I'd love to chat to see if we'd be a good fit for your family.
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Part-time Babysitter

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have ample experience with children, including nephews and extended family. None of my own. I'm new to Portland and looking for part time work as I pursue a new career path. I spent the past 12yrs working in scripted episodics and feature films in Los Angeles
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Babysitter/Part-time Caregiver

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am finishing up my fourth year of teaching elementary school and am looking for a commitment for work over the summer. I have ample experiences with babysitting over the course of my life and am looking forward to partnering with a family who shares similar values of child-led learning, outdoor exploration/play/adventure, and...
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College Babysitter Available On Summer Nights And Weekends

Portland, ME

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$20/hr
12 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am currently an elementary school teacher in Burlington, VT who is home for the summer in CT. I was a full time summer nanny in 2020 for a family with a 5-year-old and 2-year-old. I have previously worked as a summer sports camp director and love kids of all ages. I am available summer 2023 to help out with babysitting/...
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Part-time Babysitter

Portland, ME

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$18/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm 27-years-old and live in Portland. I have almost 10 years of babysitting experience, and several years of long term nannying. I've found all my experiences to be valuable and rewarding, as I really love children and hope to one day have a career working with them. I've cared for children as young as 3 months old, as...
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Babysitter

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have worked in childcare for 14 years. I have worked in a variety of settings including babysitting, daycares, and summer camps with children as young as toddlers and as old as 12. I enjoy helping children think and play creatively. I like to do projects with kids and encourage them to be active and outside.
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Babysitter/Childcare Giver

Portland, ME

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
I am a worker in the Public Schools, originally from Boston, MA (worked 6 years there in public schools; from grades Pre-k, to 6th grade). Love children and working with them; really easy and flexible with schedules! I'm easy to get along with and am familiar with everything household.
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Outdoor Enthusiast Nanny/Babysitter

Portland, ME

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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a 26-year-old female, Colorado native, who just moved to Vermont from Maine. I have over 10 years of experience with kids ranging from 3 weeks to 12 years old. I have worked in many different environments such as; family nanny, summer day camp, gardening workshops, daycare and date night babysitter. I encourage hands-on...
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Babysitter

Portland, ME

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a pediatric nurse looking for occasional babysitting on the side! I have nannied/babysat for 12 years and worked as a daycare teacher for infants and toddlers for 2.5 years before coming a nurse. I am CPR/first aid certified.
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Graduate Student Seeking Babysitting Opportunities

Portland, ME

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$23/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello! My name is Shayla and I am a recent graduate student of Master's of Occupational Therapy program at University of Southern Maine and am continuing with my Doctorate degree with a focus in pediatrics. I have extensive experience with children and have worked in a variety of settings and have a passion for child...
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Hello! My Name Is Chaya And I Am A College Sophomore Home For The Summer!

Portland, ME

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personality as responsible, kind, and reliable. I started working with kids when I was a freshman in high school and I am now a rising sophomore in college. Since then I have worked with kids ages 3-8 years old. I have been a camp counselor along with babysitting kids individually. In my spare time, I like to...
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Portland, ME

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Hello, my name is Angie, and I have over 4 years of experience caring for young children. I'm from Arequipa, Peru, and while I was studying Law, I volunteered at my university's daycare, taking care of students' children. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Law. In addition, I have worked as a teacher assistant, lead teacher, and...
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Professional Nanny

Portland, ME

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Paige I'm 26 years old and have been a nanny for 2 years. Prior to nannying I was a daycare teacher for 3-4-year-olds, a Behavioral Health Professional, Ed Tech 2 and a camp counselor. I love singing, hanging out with my cats, doing crafts and exploring the city! I enjoy working with kids and teaching them things like...
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Children, Pets, Cleaning

Portland, ME

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have experience as a babysitter and as a live-in nanny. I am also a certified EMT and CPR + First Aid instructor (adults, infant, children, and pets). My schedule is flexible. I work part-time for FEMA. Happy to provide any background check info. Have my own transportation, and very organized and reliable!

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  • 121 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.63/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.7

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Portland, ME:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Portland, 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 121 babysitters in Portland, ME on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Portland, ME babysitters on Care.com is $21.63 per hour as of June 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Portland, ME through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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