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My name is Ariana, I am a 21-year-old Nursing Student attending Rivier University. I have babysat since I was 14 just around my neighborhood but since I've been at college, it's been hard finding summer jobs just for the short time I'm home. This is why I thought this would be a good opportunity to work during the...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
I am 18 years old and currently attending the University of Southern Maine. I am majoring in psychology and planning to minor in education and child development. In 2021, I graduated from Cape Elizabeth High School. I have lived in Cape Elizabeth all my life and grew up playing football, basketball and lacrosse. I have always...
Kelsey L.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter With Over 10 Years Of Childcare Experience. Past Jobs Include Daycare.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kelsey, and I am a remote certified health coach. I have grown up with pets from a young age, and found a few years ago that when my apartment was deemed not pet friendly, that I needed my animal fix in other ways! Because I work from home, I started accepting occasional dog/house sitting gigs, and now it has...
Kelsey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kelsey was great! We loved her and would hire again in an instant!"
Alexandria R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Starting with watching the neighborhood kids while their parent's were still home at age 11, I have been babysitting for years, taking on new experiences and challenges as I grow. For 5 years, I worked as a swim instructor for kids and adults ages 2-70. I was repeatedly acknowledged for providing a caring, exciting and lovingly...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexis is wonderful. She babysits for our 13 month old son on a regular basis. I am almost hesitant to write this review because I want to keep her available for us! "
Mollie R.
Ashley G.
Scarborough, ME
$21-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a nanny I have worked with children of all different ages and personalities. This has included infants, and those with disabilities such as autism.
By working for lengthy periods of time, such as overnight or for multiple days, I have shown both endurance and patience. With great respect towards parental...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Ashley for a summer nanny position for our baby and toddler. She was excellent—our kids loved her, and she was mature, detail-oriented, direct, and easy to work with. I always felt like my kids were in great hands! And bonus, Ashley is super tidy. "
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Eedy and I have a degree in Elementary Education, concentrating in Child Development. I am looking for a full-time position nannying/babysitting for a family that is looking for what I have to offer. I have ample experience in at-home care as well as classroom/teaching experience. I am comfortable offering tutoring or...
Eedy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ariana S.
Scarborough, ME
$22-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm currently attending college to be elementary school teacher. I've had experience with children ages 6 months- 12-year-olds. I've babysat for the past 5 years and worked as a camp counselor and at an after school program. I'm looking for a babysitting position for when I'm home from college on the weekends. Can be recurring...
Ariana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Carrie. I am 21 years old and currently attend University. I am home for the summer and looking babysitting job! I have been babysitting since I was in high school, and I have tons of younger cousins that I have watched and hung out with over the years. I am responsible, dependable, caring, and fun! I will do arts and...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Emily R.
Portland, ME
$13-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/part-time Nanny Available For Weekday Position
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am currently a student at USM, pursuing a degree in Media Studies. I have 7+ years of babysitting/nannying experience. I lived in New York City for two and a half years, and while I was there I worked as an after school nanny for two wonderful sisters (ages 4-9). My responsibilities with them ranged from getting them...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey families, I'm Sarah! Im 21 years old, and I'm a senior at Wheaton College MA, where I am pursuing a degree in early childhood and elementary education. I'm searching for some seasonal babysitting or nannying work while I'm home from college (12/16-mid January). I have very open availability and would love to help your family...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
I have been caring for children since I was a little girl (my little brother is 10 years younger than me, and I have lots of little cousins!), and have been a paid babysitter since middle school. I have experience with children of all ages, ranging from a date-night sitter to after-school care to a driver/companion for...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Growing up, I always had the opportunity to take care of the children in the family, and I would be the first one to volunteer to babysit. Around the age of 12, my mother launched her home Daycare services. I've wanted to be a teacher for as long as I can remember. It wasn't until the onset of the pandemic that I gave it a shot....
Rabiah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Elizabeth V.
South Portland, ME
$12-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Part Time Babysitter While Home From College For 4 Weeks
I took a babysitting certification class when I was 12 years old, and have been babysitting for kids on my street and family friends whenever I've had the chance since then. I have made meals, put the kids to bed, driven them to appointments, and always make sure to clean up and do the dishes. I'm also willing to do laundry or...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Hi there, I am a stay at home mom of two boys that are almost 4 years old and 2 years old. I am looking to take care of another child 3-5 years old for half days (morning or afternoon is fine) a few days a week. Flexible schedule! My boys and I spend our days playing outside when the weather is nice and having lots of fun inside...
Cassidy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Gitte W.
Saco, ME
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced And Engaged Babysitter Available For Afternoon And Evening/Overnight Hours
5.0
(1)
Greetings,
Thank you for visiting here.
As a mother of two children - one 27 and one 21 years old - I have enjoyed many hours raising and learning from children, both from my kids as well as from the wonderful friends my children brought into our lives. I have learned that each child has something to teach us, adults.
I am...
Gitte can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
"I've known Gitte for over 10 years. We first met when our children were in kindergarten together. During that time I've witnessed Gitte as an extremely caring, thoughtful and devoted mother. I've also seen this care extended to several international students she's...
Lauren B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have over 12 years of child experience just from working with my nieces and nephews alone! I have 7 plus years paid experience babysitting for friends and colleges. I've worked in the summer with the Autism Society of Maine so I work with disabled children and their families. I am into arts and crafts, playing, reading,...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Stephanie. Not only is she punctual, dependable, approachable, and kind; she also teaches our 6 month old new skills. She taught him to feed himself his own bottle, and makes recommendations to us on things he might like to try...
Christie S.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I was a preschool/elementary school teacher before having my own family. I was fortunate to be a stay at home mom for my three (now grown) children. For the past eight years I have been a substitute teacher. I'm not ready to be a grandma just yet, but would love to spend time with babies and toddlers once again. I prefer to work...
Diana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. I am CPR and first aid certified. I teach preschool on my breaks home from college but love all ages! I am highly motivated and love to be creative with kiddos. Arts and crafts are amazing for children but I do sports in college and am able to get...
Evelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been independently caring for children of various ages for the past eight years. I have three younger siblings, I have cared for and I also served as a mother's helper for a young mother of two little boys. I have worked various before school and after school jobs, so drop-off/pickups are not a problem for me. I also have...
Kassaundra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have over 25 years experience with children with varying degrees of disabilities and behaviors. I have done 10 years working in-home with children with behavioral difficulties where I worked with the parents and children to help build a schedule to help for a more positive environment.
I have over 15 years of experience with...
Mary can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Cape Elizabeth, ME
Kelsey L.
5.0
Kelsey watched my two kids - ages 4 and 1.5 - while I was in town for a wedding. She was easy to communicate with leading up to our trip, punctual, and great with the kids. She did the night routine with them while we were at the wedding which is no easy task. Kids had a great time with her. Would...
- Courtney C.
Alexis G.
5.0
Alexis is wonderful. She babysits for our 13 month old son on a regular basis. I am almost hesitant to write this review because I want to keep her available for us!
- Mollie R.
Ashley G.
5.0
We hired Ashley for a summer nanny position for our baby and toddler. She was excellent—our kids loved her, and she was mature, detail-oriented, direct, and easy to work with. I always felt like my kids were in great hands! And bonus, Ashley is super tidy.
- Care member
Gitte W.
5.0
I've known Gitte for over 10 years. We first met when our children were in kindergarten together. During that time I've witnessed Gitte as an extremely caring, thoughtful and devoted mother. I've also seen this care extended to several international students she's hosted in her home over the years...
- Lauren B.
Stephanie J.
5.0
I can't say enough good things about Stephanie. Not only is she punctual, dependable, approachable, and kind; she also teaches our 6 month old new skills. She taught him to feed himself his own bottle, and makes recommendations to us on things he might like to try based on her past experience with...
- Christie S.
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Cape Elizabeth, ME in May, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $12.50. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.
What can in-home babysitters near me in Cape Elizabeth, ME help with?
In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 2 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.
How can I find in-home babysitters near me in Cape Elizabeth, ME?
You can now find babysitters online in Cape Elizabeth, ME with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 2 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.