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Find in home nannies in Portland, ME that you’ll love

60 in home nannies are listed in Portland, ME

The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby in home nannies is 7 years

In home nannies in Portland, ME

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Kelly M.


South Portland, ME

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

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...
Kelly can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"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!!"

Care member

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Ashley G.


Scarborough, ME

$21-25/hr7 yrs exp

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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ashley watched our 2 children and pets while we were out of the country. She was fabulous and even met with me a month before to go over the routine and necessary medical needs. My youngest has some serious medical needs but Ashley was a gem and made me feel so...

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Sutton D.


Cape Elizabeth, ME

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Sutton

Hello! I moved to the Portland area about 5 years ago, and Ive been working with kids ever since. I've worked one on one, as a coach and educator, and even as a live in and travel nanny. Although I am on the lookout for new families to help out, I have created great continued relationships with all of my past clients. I have...
5.0
"Sutton worked closely with our family for over 6 months, and was a phenomenal help with me and my kiddos! I have a pretty private family, and she kept that at a high priority. She also accompanied us on many family trips, and helped ensure the kids always had fun -...

Cole M.

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Caroline M.


Scarborough, ME

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Career Montessori Teacher

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified Montessori Teacher, my background is working in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with all age groups primarily with children aged 3-5 years for over 20 years. I love working with infants/toddlers & preschoolers and am passionate about early childhood education. I am a certified Newborn Care specialist...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Caroline was incredibly warm and had a calming presence. After meeting her, I immediately felt comfortable leaving my 3 month old in her care. Caroline was extremely attentive to my requests and skilled at comforting my teething baby. I look forward to working with...

Sarah B.

I have 5 years of experience in nannying. I also have an almost 3-year-old boy and am a stay at home mom that works Monday through Thursday 12:30 to 11:00 p.m. I am comfortable with over lapping those hours if you are! If not, I am available mornings until 12pm!
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kira L.


South Portland, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Kira can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Casey P.


Westbrook, ME

$17-22/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Casey and I'm 24 years old. I have babysat many children my whole life, and am very comfortable with kids and pets! I just finished nannying my last family due to them transitioning to school, and I was with them for 2 years. It was 2 kiddos, a young boy who was 9 months (now 2) and a young girl who was 2 (now 4). Before...
Casey can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
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Sarah M.


South Portland, ME

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, And Experienced Sitter!

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Sydney M.


Westbrook, ME

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Energetic Childcare Provider/Pet Sitter

Hello there, my name is Sydney, I am 22 years old, a recent graduate from Wheaton College, MA, and located in the greater Portland area for the summer. I am looking for a part-time job during the summer watching children, pets, or homes. I am looking for Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, as I currently have a job on Tuesdays and...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
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Megan S.


Westbrook, ME

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Megan and I'm an elementary school teacher, but currently taking a leave to spend time with my daughter. I am looking for something that would be just a few hours a week, preferably after school care so that my husband will be home to be with our daughter. I'm also looking for part time during the summer. Ideally...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sarah D.


Scarborough, ME

$22-26/hr8 yrs exp

Professional, Experienced Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a young professional looking for part-time work as I build my business in Portland. I have a masters degree in clinical social work and practice independently in the Portland area. I have 9 years of nannying experience and have worked with children consistently in my field for the past 3 years. I have experience watching 4...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Adriana S.


South Portland, ME

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Baby Sitter / Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Adriana. I have a full time job but I am looking for a part time job! I was a nanny for the first year post college. I was a nanny for a family that had 7 children. The youngest being a year old and the oldest being 16. I have years of experience with age groups from 1-teens! While working with the family of...
Adriana can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel
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Mackenzie L.


Cape Elizabeth, ME

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Mackenzie L.

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, compassionate and respectful I like working with kids because I can match their energy and I enjoy all things play, crafts, and social emotional development. I started working with kids when I started nannying 3 boys from ages 5-12 while I was in graduate school. I then went on to...
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Brenda G.


Westbrook, ME

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny

I have 30+ years in childcare as a Professional Nanny and Preschool Lead Teacher. I have taken care of infants triplets, and infant twins to the age of 4. 5, as well as 4 children ages ranging from 0-12, and children with physical and psychological needs minimal and extreme ADD/anxiety as well as children with mild Autism. I...
Brenda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sydney M.


Westbrook, ME

$15/hr5 yrs exp

In Home Childcare Westbrook

Currently full and not accepting any more kids at the moment! Hi! I am Sydney! A early childhood education student about to finish my degree. I have 5+ years in childcare experience including nannying and center based daycare work as a teacher and supervisor. I am energetic, patient, reliable, supportive, and most of all...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Abbie R.


Falmouth, ME

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hello! I recently graduated from Bucknell University and am home in Maine for the summer. I have been babysitting for local families for over 6 years now and have worked with children from infant age through 13 years old. I am a caring individual who enjoys spending time with children and would love to help out a busy family...
Abbie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Donna C.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am the mother of 4 wonderful kids, ages 25-32 and grandmother to 3 adorable and active boys ages 1-11 years old! I moved to Maine three years ago. Before that I had an in home child care in which I cared for infants to 3 or 4 years old for several years. I prefer to take care of infants to 2 years old. I am a nurturer by...
Donna can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Donna is a very loving, genuine, and trustworthy child care provider! I always felt very comfortable leaving my kids with her, and she was very flexible to my specific needs. I would highly recommend her!"

Sherene W.

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Kelly L.


Saco, ME

$23-25/hr13 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available To Come To Your Home And Watch Your Children Whenever Needed

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm kelly, I am 26 years old. I have watched children from the ages of 5 months to 12 years of age. I am a registered nurse. I am certified in First Aid and CPR. I love playing outside, doing crafts, swimming and so much more! I have 12 years of childcare experience. I am fully vaccinated!
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kelly was awesome with our two-year old daughter. She was super confident and able to take care of bath time and bed time without really any coaching from me. Our daughter loved her and immediately asked about her 'new friend' the next morning when she woke up."

Tory B.

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Aliya S.


Biddeford, ME

$24/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Aliya. I'm very experienced nanny. I am energetic and positive person who will provide full care, safety and development of any child ages 1 through 10. I teach my baby skills of self-service, writing, spelling, reading, drawing. I can properly organize the daily routine of the child: walks, cooking and feeding,...
Aliya can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"I know Aliya for a few years. She is one of the people I can trust my child. Highly recommend."

Ludmila M.

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Katherine S.


Windham, ME

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Mother's Helper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a stay-at-home mother for 15 years. My current nanny job is coming to an end as the children will be entering school this fall. I am ready to help other busy moms.
Katherine can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Katherine is an absolutely wonderful nanny and I would recommend her to any family! She has been taking care of my kids for the last 2.5 years, since they were 8 months and 3 years old. She is incredibly patient and loving with them, and always has the most...

Megan E.

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Recent in home nanny reviews from local parents in Portland, ME

Kelly M.

5.0

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!!

- Care member

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

Sutton D.

5.0

Sutton worked closely with our family for over 6 months, and was a phenomenal help with me and my kiddos! I have a pretty private family, and she kept that at a high priority. She also accompanied us on many family trips, and helped ensure the kids always had fun - and most of all, they were safe.

- Cole M.

Caroline M.

5.0

Caroline has been working with my family as a part-time nanny for six months. We feel so lucky to have found her! She brings a wealth or experience to the job, and we truly feel our daughter is thriving and learning so much during her time with Caroline. Caroline not only cares for our daughter, but...

- Lily B.

Donna C.

5.0

Donna was my son's primary daycare provider for the first 3 years of his life, and he adores her and her family so! We still see her on occasion :-) even though he is now in preschool (soon pre-K, they grow up so quick!!). We loved working with Donna, as she is very accommodating and reliable. I...

- Sarah W.

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