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60 babysitters are listed in York, ME
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in York, ME
Sydney F.
York, ME
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Sydney, and I am 20 years old, I go to college in Boston, MA, but spend summers in York, Maine. I have been babysitting for years now, and have much experience with children and babies, as well as families with several children. I am very hands on and love crafts, playing games, and outdoor activities.
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sydney was EXCEPTIONAL with our toddler and dog. Thank you SO much for your professionalism! We really appreciate it."
Edison J.
Hello! I am a current college student with a very light and flexible schedule! I am a very active and outgoing individual with plenty of previous babysitting experience! I am comfortable with pets and multiple children!
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi I'm Sarah!
I have extensive and recent experience with newborns and infants over the last two years in addition to 20+ years experience with little ones. Fingerprinted/background checked in Maine.
I have one 10-year-old lab mix who is amazing with kids.
Please feel free to message me with questions!
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I started working with kids during my junior year of high school. I completed my first year of Early Childhood Education while working at a pre-k classroom through the class. Now I am in my second year of the program and work at a local pre-k in my town.
In my spare time, I like to spend time with friends and hang out with my...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Colleen D.
York, ME
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am 20 years old, and am currently a junior at UMass Amherst majoring in Secondary Education with the hopes of teaching at the high school level. I am in search of finding a 4-5 day a week nannying position for this summer! I am located in York, ME, and would be available from the end of May to the end of August. I have my own...
Colleen can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
When I was 15 I babysat a 4-year-old with autism who was my neighbor, for quite awhile. When I was 16 I babysat two girls, one was a 6-month-old and the other was 10 I believe. I babysat them for about 9 months I believe until they moved away. When I was 18 I took care of a 6-year-old, 3-year-old and a 5-month-old. for the past...
Christine can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Sara L.
York, ME
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi!
My name is Sara and I'm 21 years old. I have been babysitting my younger cousins since they were born. I also babysat my neighbors, ages 2-8, over the summer when I was 10-12. I currently babysit an 11 y/o in York and have a weekend job. I get these schedules weeks in advance so if there's conflicts I can try to figure them...
Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Hello! My name is Cat and I live in York, ME with my husband. I currently work at UNH planning events and activities. My graduate degree is in Student Development (M. Ed). I've been babysitting and nannying on and off since I was 13 and have experience working with kids of all ages- infants to young adults. I am creative,...
Kyla C.
York, ME
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 5 years of experience. I am going into my senior year in college at University of South Carolina, majoring in elementary education and would like to be a second grade teacher. I babysat all throughout high school for families in my hometown from ages of a few months old to around 10 years old and nanny for a family at...
Kyla can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sara L.
York, ME
$12-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Sara and I'm 18 years old. I have a dog of my own, along with some reptiles. I have also had horses in the past. I love animals so much so I am willing to do whatever the animal needs. I used to work with animals at my barn, so I know how to handle the animals well.
Sara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kathleen G.
Portsmouth, NH
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I live in South Berwick , ME. I work full time at a child care center in York. I have no children myself, but I love kids and I love spending time with them. I have been working with children for 12 +years both as a babysitter and in a child care setting. I have worked with children between the ages of 6 weeks and 12 years.
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kathleen was great babysitting our almost 2 year old daughter. We would definitely use her again!"
Adam Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an energetic, caring, and responsible nanny who loves to play games, get creative and be outside. I've been babysitting and volunteering at summer camps for the last 10 years between professional jobs. I have experience caring for children from newborns to 12 years of age. I also worked with high school aged special...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
5.0
"Megan is an excellent care taker. She babysat our 7 year old daughter and 3 year old son. She is punctual, great with our kids and comes from a nice family. We highly recommend Megan and if we could hire her full-time we would! Anyone who welcomes Megan into their...
Jo-Ellen P.
Madison M.
South Berwick, ME
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello My Name Is Maddie I Am 18 Years Old, And I Am Currently Attending YCCC For My Business Degree.
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, patient, and outdoorsy
I like working with kids because I love teaching them new skills, helping them have a fun and playful time, I love to let kids feel like they can be themselves around me and ask me anything.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible with my college schedule.
I...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison has watched my daughter several times! She was very attentive to her needs and to what I was looking for in a sitter. My daughter LOVED when Madison would come take care of her. They would play, do learning games and HAVE FUN! She’s a great role model and I...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Spending time with kids it is rewarding and fun in so many ways.
I am married and I live in Kittery, Maine. I have worked for families in Boston, Exeter, Portsmouth, Stratham, Kittery, and York Maine. I have experience with infants and toddlers.
Taking care of little ones does not feel like a job to me, it is a way of living...
Elsa can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Elsa to look after our 1.5 yr old so we could attend a wedding. She was amazing with our son for the day and evening. We felt really at ease leaving him in her care. She is knowledgeable, trustworthy and caring. We would absolutely recommend her and hire...
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Maddy G.
South Berwick, ME
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Maddy! I have about 7 years of experience babysitting + nannying. I started babysitting in my freshman year of high school to a family with 2 children both under the age of 10 years old as a part time date night sitter. I am now in college and was offered a job over the summer to nanny a 4-year-old little girl...
Maddy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maddy babysat for our 15-month old while we were at a wedding. She was fantastic--responsive to messages ahead of time, happy to follow our routine for dinner and bedtime, and our daughter had a great time playing with her. We would absolutely hire Maddy again."
Robert O.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Portsmouth, NH- Looking for part time nanny position to begin in June 2024 (with possibility to go full time in Aug/Sept)
Hello!
My name is Molly and I am 22 years old!
I graduated college with a bachelors degree in Human Development and Family Studies in May 2023 and have years of experience working with children of all ages....
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"My family and I were visiting Maine for the week and we had Molly watch our 2 children, ages 6 and 9, so that my husband and I could have an evening out. She was AMAZING!!! The kids had a great time with her and she took them for ice cream to Perkins Cove. The kids...
Julia C.
Shelby G.
Portsmouth, NH
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hello families!!
My name is Shelby! I am 26 years old and live in Downtown Amesbury! I moved to this area 5 years ago!
I am looking for my next family amazing family to start with in the Portsmouth area in September!
Working with children has always been a big passion of mine! I enjoy watching children grow and develop and...
Shelby can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Shelby is amazing, our 3 kids (4,3&2). Love her and we have trusted her to watch our kids since our oldest was a baby. She is present and engaging and I Highly recommend her. "
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Ariana S.
South Berwick, ME
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an energetic, optimistic, and kind human, who is currently receiving a degree in early childhood education at Clark University in Worcester, MA. I have 3 years of childcare under my belt, including babysitting jobs and daycare/ day camp counselor. I am more than willing to do light housework as well as run errands when...
Ariana can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Annie S.
Portsmouth, NH
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a recent college graduate interested in nannying/babysitting! I have had experience working as a camp counselor and an art teacher. I study theater, and love working with kids to come up with creative and interactive activities and games. I love organizing and cleaning, and would be happy to help around the house. I...
Annie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Annie nannied full-time for us for four months and she was wonderful! She took such great care of our infant son and we never had to worry about anything when she was at the house. We would recommend Annie for any family."
David B.
Griffin C.
Portsmouth, NH
$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Griffin. After graduating from Clarkson University in 2020 I moved to Portsmouth, NH where I now live with my girlfriend Sarah, a loving chocolate lab, and a bearded dragon. I grew up in central Idaho where I learned to love the outdoors. I have Wilderness First Responder, CPR, and Swift-water rescue...
Griffin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have three children, (two boys and a girl) ages 10, 8, and 5. Despite the diverse ages, energy levels, and interests of my kids, Griffin was able to seamlessly engage with each one. Griffin is outgoing, he's funny, and he has no problem jumping in and playing...
Jess K.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in York, ME
Sydney F.
5.0
Sydney was EXCEPTIONAL with our toddler and dog. Thank you SO much for your professionalism! We really appreciate it.
- Edison J.
Kathleen G.
5.0
Kathleen was great babysitting our almost 2 year old daughter. We would definitely use her again!
- Adam Z.
Megan H.
5.0
Megan is an excellent care taker. She babysat our 7 year old daughter and 3 year old son. She is punctual, great with our kids and comes from a nice family. We highly recommend Megan and if we could hire her full-time we would! Anyone who welcomes Megan into their family will be lucky.
- Jo-Ellen P.
Madison M.
5.0
Madison has watched my daughter several times! She was very attentive to her needs and to what I was looking for in a sitter. My daughter LOVED when Madison would come take care of her. They would play, do learning games and HAVE FUN! She’s a great role model and I would highly recommend to any...
- Care member
Elsa B.
5.0
We hired Elsa to look after our 1.5 yr old so we could attend a wedding. She was amazing with our son for the day and evening. We felt really at ease leaving him in her care. She is knowledgeable, trustworthy and caring. We would absolutely recommend her and hire her again!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in York, ME:
How can I find a York babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in York, 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 10 babysitters in York, 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 York, ME?
The average rate for York, ME babysitters on Care.com is $19.50 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 York, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in York, 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.