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- $20/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personality as responsible, kind, and reliable.
I started working with kids when I was a freshman in high school and I am now a rising sophomore in college. Since then I have worked with kids ages 3-8 years old. I have been a camp counselor along with babysitting kids individually.
In my spare time, I like to...
Child Care, Personal Assistant, Adult Care Assistance, Pet/Home Sitting, Housework
Portland, ME
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- $30/hr
10 years experience
Hello!
My name is Carly. I am 32, living in Portland, ME. Currently seeking full or part time work. I am available for and open to child care, personal assistant work, adult care assistance, pet or home sitting, currier assistance, and/or housework.
I am reliable, compassionate, positive, mindful and organized.
I have...
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello families, I am a graduate student/ special education teacher in Portland, Maine. I come from a big family with lots of little ones. I am looking mainly to babysit or petsit but I am open to working in general with different age groups! I currently live in Portland and have a terrier mix, who is the light of my life. I will...
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Katelyn and I'm a former middle school special education teacher and now stay at home mom to a 9-month-old. Working with kids has always been my passion!
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Mackenzie and I'm a 25-year-old woman living in the West End in Portland. I have several years of childcare experience both in the home and in creative settings. I love animals, cooking, and enjoying the outdoors in my hometown of Portland. If we find ourselves to be a good fit and work together, you can expect...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Susanna and I'm a recent college graduate. I enjoy crafting, art-making, biking, reading, and taking long walks. I have lots of pet experience, through caring for my own cats, dogs, and chickens and caring for animals in other people's homes. I have babysitting experience including toddlers and children over...
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi there!
My name is Afton! I am 23 years old & live in Portland, ME. Currently am seeking a full time nanny position with a great family! My previous experience includes nannying, working in a classroom as an Early Childhood Educator, well as holding a Registered Medical Assistant certification where I previously worked in...
My name is Carly, and I am currently a grad student on a clinical rotation in Owasso, OK. I love working with kids of all ages and incorporating healthy habits while doing so! I started caring for children about 8 years ago when I worked for families from my mother's day care on the weekends. Since then, I have worked for...
Craft assistance
I have over 13 years' experience in providing supervision and guidance to children within a private home settings. Accomplished in creating educational and recreational activities designed to develop children's emotional, behavioral, and social skills. Dedicated to helping children better understand the world around them and...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
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I was an in home clinician for kids ages 2-21 and have worked extensively as a lead teacher for ages 2-3 and a floater in daycares. I have experience with toilet training, teaching the alphabet and reading, sibling dynamics, as well as helping out around the home (washing dishes, tidying up). My job as a BHP had me work with the...
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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Devon. I grew up in Maine, attended school out west, and recently moved back to the Portland area.
Professionally, I have helped busy families maintain peaceful home environments by organizing and tidying; as well as preparing healthy, delicious, family friendly meals.
I have worked in this capacity for...
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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...
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- $20/hr
12 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am currently an elementary school teacher in Burlington, VT who is home for the summer in CT. I was a full time summer nanny in 2020 for a family with a 5-year-old and 2-year-old. I have previously worked as a summer sports camp director and love kids of all ages. I am available summer 2023 to help out with babysitting/...
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! My name is Anna, and I am a first year law student at Maine Law in Portland. I am looking for babysitting jobs to provide some income while I am attending law school, and I have extensive experience with a range of childcare situations. I began babysitting at 13, and did so all throughout high school and college. I have...
Hi! My name is Maggie! I have worked in childcare for 10 years in various roles, including as a YMCA Stay and Play Attendant, a full time nanny of a 2-week-old, a full time nanny of a 3-month-old, a part time nanny of a 3-year-old, and, most recently, as a part time nanny of a 2-year-old and a 6-month-old. I have always loved...
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
Infant care has been my primary occupation since 2017, and I consider myself fortunate to have so many brilliant small friends!
I typically work with one family at a time, 3-4 days/week. I'm especially comfortable with newborns and have tended to work with babies until they are 3 or 4yrs old (off to school). Forming these...
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
Hi,
My name is Alexis and my previous childcare experiences have solidified my desire to positively impact children's lives and seek out a job as a nanny. I am moving from Minnesota to Maine this fall and hoping to find a job where I feel my skills can shine. I am patient, creative, and friendly and have an Associates Degree and...
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sophie and I am a fun, reliable, and punctual sitter with many years of experience in both formal and informal childcare settings, including nannying, home tutoring, schools, and daycares. I have both my Red Cross first aid and CPR certifications (infant as well as adult) and have held and continued to renew these...
Hello! I'm Ruby, and I'm excited to offer childcare services to your family!
I have a decade of experience in caring for children ranging from newborn to 16 years old. I'm patient, calm, and imaginative, fostering a safe and creative environment for young minds.
I love curating opportunities for experiential learning,...
Hi there! My name is Alexa and I recently graduated from USM with a bachelors in Social Behavioral Science!
I like working with kids because it is my career path I am working on! I am going to college to work with kids in troubled spots and/or become a teacher. I recently just left my preschool teacher job and absolutely loved...
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24 in home child care are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $21.88/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated in home child care is 5.0
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