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Hi, I'm Anna! I'm a caring, creative person with a background in informal education, and I'm just beginning work as a substitute teacher in the Portland district. I truly enjoy spending time with kids-helping them learn, play, and feel seen. I'm patient and responsible, and I love finding ways to make everyday moments fun and...
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- $18/hr
5 years experience
I've been working at a daycare in the 12 month -24 month room for 2 years now. I have however worked in rooms with children of all ages. I also have babysitting experience beyond that. I find it very rewarding to work with babies/children and can't wait to have my own when I'm older! It also makes me happy to be able to give...
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Hello, my name is Adrienne! I am currently in my last semester for my Masters degree in Occupational Therapy. I have been providing a range of child care for the past 14 years. I have provided care for a range of ages from newborns to college aged individuals with special care needs. While providing childcare for various jobs I...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
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Educator living in Portland after years of travel/work. Looking to work with kind family so I may save up some money to build a tiny house and continue my education. 15+ years work at a girls summer camp (age 8-15), plus babysitting for kids of all ages. I was a live-in nanny for 6 mo. in Sydney for 3 girls (1/3/5), 6 mo. in...
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I have a passion for the outdoors and helping kids build emotional and social competency, as well as an ability to play and engage with the world around them (love minimizing screen time!). I would also love to provide basic elder care or light housekeeping (not personal care). Baby sitter available.
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- $30/hr
10 years experience
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Hello! My name is Mikayla. I'm 30 years old and absolutely adore caring for babies and little ones. I have no children of my own, and have worked in child care for 10+ years with kids ranging from infants to about 10 yrs old. I am an artist and work in an elementary school as a BHP. I'm looking for a part time summer gig. I am...
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My name is Olivia! I am 27 years old and I'm a Nursing Student in Portland. I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant for 8 years at Midcoast Hospital. I grew up around infants, children, and elders, and this truly expanded my natural nurturing side. I started working at a daycare at age 14, and worked there for 4 years until I...
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I'm a kind, caring, compassionate person who loves the hands on learning and educating through experience! I have a degree in engineering but use it mostly to bring ideas and projects to the youth I work with. I taught English in Taiwan for two years, helped students complete virtual school in 2020, and have been an Ed tech all...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
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I started babysitting at 13 for the neighborhood children. I had three or four families that I sat for on a regular basis, and I loved the children as much as they loved me. Unfortunately, as children do, they grew too old to be needing a sitter, though I still see them occasionally. While I am most comfortable with four or less...
Sharrie P. says "Loved to do crafts with the kids. Great with reading books to our kids."
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- $20/hr
10 years experience
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I am a grad student at USM, looking to nanny in my free time! I am a trained midwife, yoga teacher, and postpartum doula. I have a lot of newborn care experience, as well as a range of other ages, and I also have experience working with children with special needs and/or disabilities. I have been babysitting and nannying since I...
Alana D. says "Cassandra is not only capable in the logistical and practical sense -- punctual, polite, generous, and knowledgeable -- she is also an intuitive and kind...
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1 year experience
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My name is Shyneace and I'm 27 years old. My family and friends would describe me as caring, empathic, compassionate, creative, and trustworthy. I am the oldest of eight siblings and was a built in babysitter for about 10 years until I moved out of the nest. After being in the corporate world for almost seven years, I...
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I have 6 years of experience with multiple families, along with my nieces and nephews. I can help with anything necessary (I. e. travel, errands, tutoring, etc.). I love kids and enjoy having fun with them, as well as helping them with their schoolwork. Baby sitter available.
Hi, I'm Donna! I am from Kansas City and am moving to Portland! I went to school at the George Washington University where I studied photojournalism and Spanish. I worked full time as a nanny after college. Then, I moved to Madrid for two years where I worked in an elementary school as an English Language assistant. I have 10+...
Natalie K. says "We hired Donna to care for our then 3 month old and 2 year old. She nannied for our family for over a year and we are so sad to her go. She was...
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I have worked as a teacher assistant, lead teacher, and infant/toddler teacher at a childcare center in Maine. I have been a weekend babysitter for some of the children from the daycare center because they are very attached to me.
Currently, I've been taking classes and courses on infant and toddler care through the Maine Roads...
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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...
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My name is Ivania C. I am 23 years old. I have been babysitting for three years now. I am CPR certified. I have worked at a daycare as a preschool teacher for one year. I have experience with newborns and toddlers. I can cook, clean, bake and run errands when necessary. I take care of children with love. I have passion in what I...
Holly F. says "Ivania is amazing! She is always on time and has consistently babysat our one-year-old on short notice during the week and on date nights. She is great at...
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I am a pediatric nurse looking for occasional babysitting on the side! I have nannied/babysat for 12 years and worked as a daycare teacher for infants and toddlers for 2.5 years before coming a nurse. I am CPR/first aid certified.
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8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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Hello! I currently live and work in Portland and look forward to working with your family! I worked at the camp of Southern Maine in childcare (summer camp and daycare) with toddlers and school-aged children for four years, as well as intermittent babysitting and nannying for families with various child dynamics. I have cared...
Caitlin M. says "Eilish is amazing! She was the first sitter we had since COVID, and she handled our older child's nervousness with ease. In a few short minutes, they...
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I have been a nanny/babysitter on and off for about 10 years in my community. It began with me just taking care of children for family friends during high school. I later worked for a nannying agency where I gained experience working with ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. I later worked as a substitute music teacher for a...
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I'm currently getting my masters in Public Health. I'm very flexible and can help with remote learning and babysitting (I also have infant experience). I've been babysitting for 10+ years. I have 3 younger siblings and worked as a sailing instructor at a camp in the summer, so I have lots of experience working with kids.
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125 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $21.70/hr as of November 2025
The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 4.6
Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, ME
Infant Babysitters in Portland, ME are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 93 reviews of the 125 listed infant babysitters
Karen S.
Loved to do crafts with the kids. Great with reading books to our kids.
- Sharrie P.
Cassandra M.
Cassandra is not only capable in the logistical and practical sense -- punctual, polite, generous, and knowledgeable -- she is also an...
- Alana D.
Donna A.
We hired Donna to care for our then 3 month old and 2 year old. She nannied for our family for over a year and we are so sad to her go. She...
- Natalie K.
FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Portland, ME
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Portland, ME in November, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Maine, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Portland have rates starting at $21.70.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Portland, ME?
To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 125 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Portland, ME?
There are 125 infant babysitters near you in Portland, ME. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.
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