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Lena is dependable and punctual. She is hands on with running the household. (Cooking, cleaning & Laundry). She can handle stressful…
Review for Lena H. by Marianne C.
Lauren was an amazing babysitter for our 6-month-old! We were in Maine for a wedding and knew we couldn't bring the baby to the wedding…
Review for Lauren B. by Anna G.
Ashley is an extraordinary person overall. She is positive, polite, patience and very dependable. For 8 months, she takes great care of…
Review for Ashley S. by Chanta P.
Babysitters in Union, ME
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of nanny experiences in the US and Germany and I hold a Bachelor's degree in Cultural Studies & Education. My experience includes - among others - 4 siblings under the age of 6 and 3 siblings under the age of 4 including twins. Over the years, I watch children between 0 and 13 years in full-time, part-time,...
Lena can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lena was a dream come true! She watched our son (16 months old) for full 12 hour days and he was totally in love with her. Lena immediately knows how to relate to and make a child feel comfortable- which is an invaluable skill. Highly recommend her for anything...
Michelle R.
Lauren B.
Belfast, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
School-based Occupational Therapist Seeking Summer Child Care Work
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a school-based occupational therapist who is looking to fill some of my summer off with child-care opportunities. I have over 10 years of experience with children in addition to a Masters degree in occupational therapy, and two years of experience as a school-based OT. I am comfortable with infants, toddlers, children,...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren was an amazing babysitter for our 6-month-old! We were in Maine for a wedding and knew we couldn't bring the baby to the wedding events, so we found Lauren on this site. I had a quick Zoom call with her ahead of time, and she followed up with a couple...
Anna G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ashley! I've been a nanny for several years, starting during college and continuing after graduation. I'm now active duty in the U. S. Coast Guard and was recently transferred to Belfast. I'm looking to help local families with childcare during my off hours.
I'm reliable, patient, and experienced with children ages...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Ashley is just a breath of fresh air. She's extremely reliable and has always been there to help my family and I whenever we needed just about anything; specifically though caring for our now 4 yo son.
She has such a natural connection to children and a certain...
Laura K.
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, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dedicated, experienced, compassionate, and reliable are words I would use to describe myself as a caregiver. I spent many years working as a nanny and infant teacher in a daycare setting, and I now have teenagers of my own.
Over the past couple of years, I have begun to concentrate on infant care. I am trained as a newborn care...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Jenn watched our girls while my husband and I went to an event. We scheduled a meet up before the event day so that we could all meet and the girls could get comfortable with a new friend. She was punctual, professional, very quick at responding, and most of all...
Sara E.
Graduated. 25 years old, hard working, babysitting experience since I was 10, very reliable, experience with newborns-10 years old, experience with special needs adults, Licnesed Certified CNA, and I am a crm. I have a 5-year-old who goes to school who occasionally I might need to bring him with me but he's very good about...
Dakota can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
Ray L.
Waldoboro, ME
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Childcare Provider Of 20 Years With Specialization In Infant & Toddler Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as calm, patient, and empathetic.
I like working with kids because they express their authentic selves and they are full of wonder and joy.
I'm looking for a job that is safe, reliable, and fulfilling.
I started working with kids as a preteen when my brother was born. Once I earned my babysitting...
I am currently a lead teacher at the daycare I work at. My age group is 2-3 years. I love to work with children but I am looking for a more one on one environment. What's most important to me about working with toddlers is encouraging emotional intelligence and self advocacy. I love to see growth in a child's ability to set...
Alexa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Dori O.
Belfast, ME
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced With Just About Anything, Available During Weekdays!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Thank you for your interest in my services! I have a wide range of experience across multiple demographics. A brief overview-
Children ages 3-18 with ASD, CP, DS
Adults with ASD, IDD, CP, MD, DS, etc
Children ages 5-18 with behavioral challenges
Adults with behavioral challenges
I am comfortable and experienced with ages,...
Dori can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sydney G.
South China, ME
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing children and providing reliable childcare for families. My creative and friendly nature allows me to connect with children easily. With experience in childcare, I'm comfortable caring for up to four children of varying ages. My approach to communication with parents is tailored to their...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a child care sitter for 20 years. I also work in the medical field as a caregiver. I have also been a foster parent in the past. I love children of all ages. Each one has a unique personality of their own and they are amazing. I also enjoy those teenage years... as a mother to 4, I remember well. I have devoted...
Peggy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Gabby. I have worked with children for many years. I am ending my journey as a camp counselor this August and hope to continue working with children. I enjoy being outside and learning from experience. I am a very optimistic person who believes there is a positive and opportunity from every type of situation.
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Abby U.
Thomaston, ME
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a stay at home mom. I have prior childcare experience in both a childcare setting and private babysitting. I'd love to help care for some children. I absolutely love working with children of all ages.
Abby can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I have prior experience with younger and older children. I have had a hand in raising many family members. I have my CNA and CRMA I am CPR and First aid certified for both adults and children. I am a 23-year-old Married woman and I have a 1-year-old son. I am very reliable. I have my own transportation I'm willing to do...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Ashlyn Y.
Jefferson, ME
$10-45/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Ashlyn. I would consider myself very experienced with children. I have lots of references and I also volunteered at a camp all through high school, taking a group of children ages 6 to 8 in my own hands with another person, watching them during daily field trips, to places such as the lake, water parks, arcades...
Ashlyn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have three younger sisters and lots of additional experience with children! I love engaging in creative, fun activities to help kids grow and enjoy learning.
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Olivia W.
Waldoboro, ME
$28-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a reliable, kind, and creative caregiver with over 18 years of experience nurturing children from newborns to young teenagers. My background also includes caring for children and adults with special needs, offering compassionate and individualized support.
I'm passionate about early childhood development and enjoy reading...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Shelby P.
Belfast, ME
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
I am the oldest of 4 and have much experience with kids of all ages. I have often babysat for families in my church and have also been a nanny. Could give references upon request.
Shelby can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Rose T.
Rockland, ME
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occasional Sitter With 10 Years Of Experience, Plus 3 Years As A Children's Librarian
I have babysat for several families (including my own) over the last 10 years. I have often read to the children or helped them to read. I also play outside with them, play and make up games with them, help with school work, help with cooking and cleaning, etc.
I have been an assistant children's librarian for the last three...
Rose can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Sarah D.
Thomaston, ME
$15-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
I have 12 years experience working with children including time working with toddlers, pre-k, and kindergarten ages. Along with basic childcare needs I am able to provide educational opportunities for children. These can include fun daily activities and/or more of a specific academic focus (reading, math, writing). I love...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
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How much do babysitters charge in Union, ME?
The average rate for Union, ME babysitters on Care.com is $35.00 per hour as of May 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Union, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Union, 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.