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Kelly M.

Part Time Caregiver

South Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
I was a stay at home mom for 18 years raising my 4 children ages now 21, 20, 17and 15. I still have lots of energy, love, and time to give to a family. I am a certified postpartum doula and will work with families and their little ones until the age of 6 months. . Infants are my area of expertise and where my heart is! If you...

Care Member says "Kelly was great with our 3 month old son! She was easy to coordinate with, and our little one seemed to have a great time with her. Thank you, Kelly!!"

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Jessica A.

Stay-At-Home Mom Looking To Get Back Out There

South Portland, ME

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
On a professional level I have worked in childcare for over 20 years. I have nannied for multiples, singles and large families. I have also worked in daycare centers. I studied Early Childhood Education at SMCC. On a person level, I have been a stay at home mom of 4 for the past 14 years. I love working with children and miss...
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Sara R.

Stay At Home Mom And Nurse

South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm a stay at home mom (aged 5 and 7) and former registered nurse looking to provide childcare on a part time basis. I currently take part time care of a sweet 1-year-old. I love caring for babies (cures my own desire for more)! But any age is great as I have much experience with all ages. I love playing sports, doing...
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Elizabeth V.

Part Time Babysitter While Home From College For 4 Weeks

South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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...
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Kira L.

Experienced, Educated, Super-Fun Nanny Available In South Florida!

South Portland, ME

1.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Over 20 years of experience nannying, being a 24 hour live-in camp counselor and working healthcare. I've done clinical work on various hospital units and in long term care facilities as a certified nursing assistant. I have also been working doing home care for the past few years. I am a graduate from the University of Miami...
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Christine C.

Attentive, Reliable, Patient Nanny

South Portland, ME

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$23/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Christine, I am 29 years old and I'm originally from Los Angeles, CA. I moved to Maine a little over a year ago and have absolutely been loving my new home! I have been babysitting and working with children since I began my undergraduate degree in 2013. I have volunteered as a camp counselor in the Dominican...
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Isabelle H.

South Portland, ME

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Upbeat and energetic childcare provider with Child and Infant knowledge. Supports educational, entertainment, and home requirements for parents. Dependable and professional with more than 6 years of experience working with children from infancy to 13 years of age in home settings. Cared for children for busy working families...
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Emilie N.

Fun Nanny!

South Portland, ME

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Émilie. I am a graduate student at USM studying clinical mental health counseling with a focus in child and adolescent trauma therapy. I have nannied for three families in the past, one with a 4-month-old (until she was 18 months), two children aged 2 and 4, and a 5-year-old boy. I have nieces and nephews which...
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Julia C.

South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello families! My name is Julia (She/Her) and I'm hoping to become your new nanny! I currently work in childcare in a class room with kids 1-2 (I have worked with children 1-12) and thanks to this experience I have gained so much knowledge and experience as well as CPR, health and safety, and many other trainings regarding...
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Sage S.

Fun Young Sitter

South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, I am a rising junior at the University of Rhode Island. I am originally from Maine. I am looking for ways to make money while I am home for the summer! I love to babysit and I have around 4 years of experience. I can help with Meal Preparation, Light cleaning around the house and picking up the kids from school. I am a...
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  • The average post rate is $19.50/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated in home child care is 3.0

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Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in South Portland, ME. There are 10 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.

What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of June, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $19.50 for in-home child care providers near you in South Portland, ME.

You can compare 10 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.

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