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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, 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)
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, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
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: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Haley has been such an asset to our family! My two year old fell in love with her right off the bat, and always looks forward to the nights Haley watches her. It is clear Haley has a gift with children, and is consistently prompt and pleasant!"
Suzanne H.
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, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, transportation, errands & 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)
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 sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a masters degree in Social Work and 20 years experience taking care of your loved ones with compassion and understanding. I love this work and take pride in providing the best possible care they deserve. care of families. I have CPR/First Aid, Dementia and CNA training experience. I enjoy cleaning and take pride in my...
Brianne can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, respite care, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hi! I'm Georgetown University graduate who is looking for a summer position in Maine. I was a psychology major with a focus on Neuroscience and took classes on/worked as a TA in Early Childhood Development. I am currently a graduate student at the University of Michigan to receive my masters in social work. CPR certified, non...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Sara R.
Augusta, ME
$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I have been a CNA since I was 18 years old. I have many years of experience as a caregiver and currently work a full time job at Maine General. I don't mind running errands, doing some grocery shopping, pet sitting, some cleaning and babysitting etc. for you! I love kids. At the moment I have no availability. Thank you!
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Sara did a marvelous job taking care of our farm animals and our house cats. Her communication was excellent from start to finish, including photos and updates of our critters while we were away. She picked up on how to take care of our many animals quickly. I...
Melissa E.
Hi! I hold an MA in French from CUNY and a BA from Hampshire College. I am certified to teach K-12 French and Theater in Maine. I've worked in childcare for 10+ years and particularly love structured activities such as outdoor adventures, cooking, baking, reading and art. I've worked as a French teacher in Rockport and as a...
Joanna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Rainey C.
Gardiner, ME
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience with children of a varied of ages and environments. I also have my bachelors in psychology. I am happy to help with light housekeeping or anything else helpful around the house. I create a fun and safe place for your kids. I am a enthusiastic, kind and patient babysitter. Reference per request.
Rainey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Samantha M.
Warren, ME
$17-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love taking care of children. They brighten my day seeing the smiles on their faces. I'm caring and friendly and know how to make lots of things fun whether it be mealtime, nap time, and so on. I have a little brother of my own whom I helped take care of and have babysat for my friends before so I have much experience with...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Olivia W.
Waldoboro, ME
$35-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Offering assistance with laundry, dishes, errands, and other needs
Olivia can also help with: Changing bed linens
Tristen D.
Augusta, ME
$15-25/hr
Hi!
I would love to be considered to take care or walk any of your beloved animals. I myself just rescued a puppy from Texas. While growing up we had five rescued dogs and four rescue cats all at the same time. I'm more then happy to scoop cat litter and pick up dog waste from your yard. If you have any questions please ask me...
Tristen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Kaylee M.
Warren, ME
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Kaylee, I'm 21 and I have over 10 years of experience with kids. I volunteered at a daycare when I was 9 years old for two years. After that, I completed a babysitter training course through American Red Cross and started babysitting my infant cousin for the summer. Over the years I have had experience with...
Kaylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Throughout my years pursuing my degree, I have worked as a cleaner in homes and as a manager of housekeeping at local facilities. I have experience in small inns, apartments, houses, businesses, culinary spaces, and larger clinical facilities as well. I am comfortable with a wide array of venues and can be accommodating with...
Selena can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, window washing, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Selena H.
Rockland, ME
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
In years past, as an added pay boost, I have assisted families with whom I have been employed ( while nannying or as support care) as a personal assistant. I've assisted in weekly grocery shopping, party set up, light cleaning, upkeep of plants, taking care of animals, meal preparation, and housesitting.
Hi, I'm Katie! I've moved back to the Midcoast area from Portland, and I am dedicated to making babysitting fun and enriching for the children I work with. I like to schedule activities and games to play throughout the day as well as plan for safe trips to farms/playgrounds. I love to be in nature! Most of my experience is with...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Kerstin M.
Vassalboro, ME
$35/hr • 6 yrs exp
My Names Kerstin, I Have 3 Dogs, 4 Cats, 8 Year Old, And I'm Married!
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, trustworthy
I like working with kids because kids bring joy to the world in a world full of hate.
I started working with kids when I was 14 at a family daycare
In my spare time, I like to go camping, four wheeling, and going on adventures with my family
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Washington, ME
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.
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.
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
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.
Sara R.
5.0
Sara did a marvelous job taking care of our farm animals and our house cats. Her communication was excellent from start to finish, including photos and updates of our critters while we were away. She picked up on how to take care of our many animals quickly. I would definitely hire her again. Thanks...
- Melissa E.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Washington, ME:
How can I find a Washington babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Washington, 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 1 babysitters in Washington, 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 Washington, ME?
The average rate for Washington, ME babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 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 Washington, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Washington, 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.