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Hi! I'm a mom of two adults who live across the country and a pet lover without a pet. I am looking to earn some extra income while providing extra help when you need it. In addition to dog walking, occasional pet sitting and babysitting, I am also a good resource for shopping, errands, baking, and random information. I am...
Heidi can also help with: Carpooling
Emily K.
Rockport, ME
$17-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I like working with kids because I love how curious and creative they are!
I'm looking for a job that is somewhat flexible and is reliable.
I started working with kids when I switched my major to elementary education and started field experiences. I have taken care of my younger sister and other relatives for many years.
In...
I'm Britni and I've been providing childcare services for over 10 years of various ages and multiple children at a time. I'm also a mom of two toddlers and have that experience under my belt! I'm a School Counselor in the area during the school year and decided to look for summer positions this year while my kids are still...
Britni can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Emily K.
Rockport, ME
$26-35/hr
I am in school to become and elementary teacher and I'm concentrating in math. I love teaching and helping students learn and reach their full potential!!
Emily K.
Rockport, ME
$15-20/hr
I have my own frenchie and cat! I love animals and taking care of them! I've also owned many pets my whole life!
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! I'm a lifelong pet lover, currently without a pet. I am putting all my love and experience with animals into the pets of others and I am offering dog walking services, with occasional pet sitting. I'm looking to help out others by loving and caring for your pet when you can't be there. Although the dogs I've walked and hung...
Heidi can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the second oldest of four children, so I have been caring from a young age. I began sitting for family friends at about age 15. I have experience with children ages newborn to preteen. I tend clean during down time out of habit when I am sitting - a trait I adopted from my mother. I play games, make meals, go for walks,...
Marta can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I love working with kids, and have lots of experience through babysitting and ski teaching. In the past, I have I run my own summer camp and planned daily activities/field trips. I have also worked as an au pair in Spain!
Iris can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Iris is such a gem; sweet, calm and grounded. My girls LOVE her and asked every morning if she was coming to play. She took them outside for adventures every day, and was great about doing creative projects with them (and cleaning up afterwards!), making healthy...
Dan S.
Calder G.
Camden, ME
$25-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
In the very beginning of the pandemic I moved back to my home state of Maine to care for a dear family friend with dementia. Having earned my degree in Education and having spent my whole adult life working with kids, I wasn't sure how the transition to working in senior care would be. But it was the most rewarding experience of...
Calder can also help with: Dementia, transportation, respite care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"Calder is extremely competent, motivated, and compassionate. He sees what needs to be done and he does it. He is the most kind, patient, and loving person I have ever worked with. He brings joy and laughter and he also knows how to set necessary boundaries. I trust...
Wendy E.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Kendra. I am 20 years old. I love children and their creative minds. I have previously watched kiddos ages 3 months - 13 years. I do have a vehicle that is fully insured and registered. I love sports, history, English and anything with an engine. If you have any questions please feel free to send me a...
Kendra can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kendra is one of the kindest young ladies that I know. She is such a beautiful soul and will treat your babies like her own. I trust Kendra with my children 100%. "
Km K.
5.0
(1)
I've worked for over a decade for various educational farms and nature centers working not only with children, but with animals. It has always been crucial that the animals I work with are healthy and well cared for not only to demonstrate to children how best to handle everything from a 2000 lb cow to a 2oz spider, but that the...
Calder can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had my own dogs, cats, and fish. Currently, my parents have a small dog (Puggle) that I "borrow" as much as I can! I'm happy to play fetch or any games with a dog/cat. I can also take them for walks. I would be available to come to your house to take care of your pets or welcome them into my own home for a vacation or for...
Haley can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Haley W.
Warren, ME
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Part-Time, Possibility For Full-Time Nanny
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children since I was about 12 years old. I have experience babysitting for infants through to preteens. I have experience volunteering in Kindergarten through fifth grade classrooms during high school and college. In December 2013, I graduated from the University of Maine with a degree in Elementary...
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Haley babysat for our 1 year old daughter during a wedding reception. She arrived at the venue early, and my daughter took to her instantly. (Usually she needs at least a couple minutes to warm up to new people.) The details of the timing of the day were a little...
Sarah P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Calder. I somehow found myself working with kids when I was just a kid myself. I started volunteering at a educational nature center at the age of 12 and quickly realized I loved teaching, both in formal and informal settings! In the many years since I have been the Program Director (at aforementioned nature...
Calder can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We love Calder! And our 4-year-old especially loves Calder! Finding him has been such a gift for our family. We hired him to care for our son about 20hrs per week to fill in preschool gaps. Calder is kind, calm, smart, mature, and unflappable. He can handle any...
Ian C.
5.0
(2)
*Currently available for one-time jobs only*
Hi! I am a 20-year-old nursing student, and I love working with children. I have several years of experience as a babysitter, camp counselor, and even an ice-skating coach, and I will do my best to foster a fun and safe environment for your child. Currently, I am employed as a...
Claudia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Claudia is reliable as well as creative. She has experience helping children work through their disagreements, and she is skilled at keeping little ones busy. My children always have a wonderful time with her. She is extremely trustworthy and above all, she's...
Steffany T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am young at heart and enjoy working with children (of all ages). My lifetime of experience includes Senior care as well. Have dog and house sat around the world!
Professionally, I had a career as an Art Director. I have worked as a Manager in hospitality, had an assortment of caregiving positions - including substitute...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary was very good with the kids. My toddlers took to her instantly. She was friendly, polite, and she has a very soothing demeanor. She readily gave references who provided positive feedback. Used her 3 times during our 10 day stay."
Kaylyn T.
Cassandra W.
Lincolnville, ME
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Cassandra. I am 31 years old. I have 3 children of my own. I have a 15-year-old boy who is in school and a 10-year-old boy in school. I also have a 4-year-old girl with me during the day. I love watching children and I have done so for many years now. I am looking to watch children in my home or yours. I know...
Cassandra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Courtney C.
Rockland, ME
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have experience working as a tutor, camp counselor, and babysitter with children ages 3-17. I'm available to help with childcare, pet care, and house work.
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel & more
Trinity P.
Camden, ME
$18-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a nursing student at Simmons University in Boston, MA. I love working with children and have experience babysitting, I am a college athlete and enjoy spending time outside. I am happy to help with housekeeping and cooking or meal prep. I am comfortable with pets and have my own transportation. CPR certified.
Trinity can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Hi there!
I specialize in supporting the learning of young children. I currently have 3 years of teaching experience in an all inclusive preschool. I specialize in the toddler age and will encourage your child to learn through fun, play based experiences.
One of my favorite aspect of preschool is starting the day with a...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Rockport, ME
Iris L.
5.0
She did a really good job with our 4 kids aged 3, 5, 6, & 7. The kids said she was nice and fun.
- Jeffrey G.
Calder G.
5.0
Calder provided some of the most reliable and perspicacious care I could have ever expected from someone. Calder care took for my father in law with dementia and he demonstrated outstanding insight, judgement, patience, dependability, and compassion. If you are looking for someone to take care of...
- Jay M.
Kendra M.
5.0
Kendra is one of the kindest young ladies that I know. She is such a beautiful soul and will treat your babies like her own. I trust Kendra with my children 100%.
- Km K.
Haley W.
5.0
Haley babysat for our 1 year old daughter during a wedding reception. She arrived at the venue early, and my daughter took to her instantly. (Usually she needs at least a couple minutes to warm up to new people.) The details of the timing of the day were a little up in the air, but Haley was very...
- Sarah P.
Calder G.
5.0
We love Calder! And our 4-year-old especially loves Calder! Finding him has been such a gift for our family. We hired him to care for our son about 20hrs per week to fill in preschool gaps. Calder is kind, calm, smart, mature, and unflappable. He can handle any kind of activity and any kind of play,...
- Ian C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Rockport, ME:
How can I find a Rockport babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Rockport, 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 7 babysitters in Rockport, 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 Rockport, ME?
The average rate for Rockport, ME babysitters on Care.com is $20.57 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 Rockport, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Rockport, 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.