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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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Willow G.

Looking For Part Time Nannying Or Occasional Babysitting!

South Portland, ME

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Willow and I grew up along the coast of Maine. I love spending time with kids! I have been babysitting for over 12 years, and I love playing with and spending time with children as well as developing connections with the families I nanny for. I have cared for kids 3 mo. to 14 years old, and in a range of...
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Sadie D.

nanny

South Portland, ME

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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
My passion for nurturing young minds and my rewarding experiences as a babysitter led me to become a dedicated and experienced childcare provider. With six years of experience, I've honed my skills in creating a safe and stimulating environment for children. My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creativity and friendly...
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Cassandra H.

Energetic And Attentive Caregiver

South Portland, ME

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Cassandra and I am a born and raised Mainer and career nanny with over a decade of experience working with children. I hold a bachelors degree in Child Development & Human Relations from the University of Maine. In my nearly 15 years of working with children I have worked in multiple different settings including...
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Madalyn D.

Part Time Summer Child Care

South Portland, ME

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Maddie, and I live in South Portland, ME. I am employed by the Westbrook School Department as a special education Social Worker in one of the elementary schools. During the summer months, I am looking to provide childcare for a local family on a part time basis. I have years of experience working with children...
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Christina H.

AVAILABLE NOW! Caring, Dependable, Trusting, Responsible, Loving, Organized.

South Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I was a former live in Nanny in Rye NH, where I am originally from. I obtained my real estate license one year ago and decided to move to Maine and now I am acclimating to this new beautiful area. My hopes are to become a part of a special family and help them with their little ones. I would be delighted to meet. Available to...

Travis B. says "Christina is trustworthy and great with kids! She watched a Our son from about one year old until he was about 2 1/2 when he started preschool"

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Ariana N.

I'm A Loving, Caring, Knowledgeable Nanny With Over 4 Years Of Experience!

South Portland, ME

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$27/hr
5 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Ariana! I graduated in May of 2023 from the University of Southern Maine with my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology! I have nannied for just shy of 6 years and am the oldest of 6! I am also CPR certified and First Aid trained! I have worked with kiddos from ages 2 months old all the way up to age 13! I have been very...
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Lauren V.

Part Time Care Giver Available Willing To Help And Care For Children, Elders, Household Duties

South Portland, ME

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have worked in the field of education for the majority of my working life and before. My mother owned and operated a childcare center for 26 years. I was a part of this from the beginning to the end. I also have two precious school aged children. I have a bachelors degree in Psychology and a Master's in Education. I have...
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Kourtney B.

South Portland, ME

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
As a caregiver with seven years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and making a positive impact on children's lives. My friendly and approachable nature allows me to build strong relationships with both children and parents. I believe in open communication and follow the parents' preferred method to discuss...
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Liza S.

Experienced Youth Professional

South Portland, ME

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Liza! I have 10+ years working with kids in summer camps, vacation camps, before and after school programs and youth classes. I also have a degree in Recreational Art Education. When I'm with kids some of my favorite activities are LEGOs, any arts and crafts project, hiking or walks outside and STEM projects! I'm...
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Ashley B.

Dedicated Childcare Professional

South Portland, ME

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
With over 10 years of experience in nurturing and guiding children from newborns to teens, I am a passionate childcare professional committed to fostering child development. I hold a degree in Early Childhood Education and am CPR and First Aid certified, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all children in my care. I...
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Graca K.

South Portland, ME

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as a lovely and a care giver I like working with kids because I love being with kids, and I also teach in children ministry I love being with kids I started working with kids for 5 or 6 years ago In my spare time, I like to play My skills include carring, playing, helping eating, and having fun
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Anna G.

child care

Scarborough, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Anna and I'm 22 years old with tons of nannying experience. I just graduated from Merrimack College with a B. S in health science and I am now looking for a regular childcare gig on Thursdays or Fridays! I have my basic life support (BLS) certification which covers CPR/resuscitation of all ages. I've been babysitting...

Care Member says "Anna is an incredible sitter! I would highly recommend her for anyone looking for a responsible, good natured, and trustworthy caregiver for children of...

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Leah S.

Gorham, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Leah and I am 27 years old. I am one of 9 children so I am used to taking care of kids. I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old, I've worked in preschools caring for children of all ages. I have also been a nanny where I helped with homework, carpool and light housekeeping.

Erin G. says "Leah is wonderful! She babysat our two girls while we had a parents night out and did a great job. Our girls loved her, our dog loved her, and she even...

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Ashley G.

Scarborough, ME

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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...

Care Member says "We hired Ashley to watch our 10-month old son and she was the best nanny we ever worked with. She’s reliable, patient, trustworthy, and excellent with...

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Heidi J.

Westbrook, ME

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Looking for full time childcare for my 4 and a half year old and 7-month-old starting in January in the gray area.

Erica S. says "Heidi has watched my 2 girls on multiple occasions sometimes even overnight. They are always thrilled to spend time with her! She has a very loving and fun...

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Julie B.

Experienced Baby-Sitter Available Part-Time

Gorham, ME

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been working with children for over 25 years. I started babysitting when I was 13 and have continued to work with children in various ways over the years. I have a B. S. in elementary education, was a before/after-school program director, a preschool teacher and I currently work in a busy pediatric dental office. I enjoy...

Elizabeth B. says "Julie was a great addition to our household for the last 7+ months. She was always on time, easy to communicate with, and absolutely fantastic with my...

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Alayah S.

Smile Creator

Scarborough, ME

4.3(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Alayah, I am 21 years old, and I currently attend Saint Joseph's College of Maine where I am heading into my third year of the nursing program. I have younger siblings and cousins so I have been babysitting for the last 6 years of my life officially but my entire life unofficially. I am available for part time...

Courtney M. says "Phenomenal! We have three active kids from 20months to 7 years old and somehow Alayah was able to entertain and satisfy all three and incredibly she got...

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Jared J.

Fun And Caring Sitter

Scarborough, ME

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I have six years of experience and love working with kids. I'm an experienced and nurturing babysitter committed to providing exceptional care and support to children of all ages. Skilled in creating a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment that promotes learning and development. Knowledgeable in age-appropriate activities,...

Care Member says "Kids immediately requested he come back and babysit again! Fast responses and very flexible. Would def hire again. "

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Donnielle W.

Old Orchard Beach, ME

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have years of experience working with children, especially those with special needs. Currently, I work as a mental health therapist. I am comfortable working with infants, toddlers, and school aged children. I have been trained in first aid/ CPR; however, I do not have a current certification. I am available for date night...

Kara S. says "Donnielle watched our toddler when she was just becoming a toddler! We never worried when she was with Phoebe because she is so competent, caring and...

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  • 60 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.53/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 4.2

Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in South Portland, ME

Infant Babysitters in South Portland, ME are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters

Christina H.

Christina is trustworthy and great with kids! She watched a Our son from about one year old until he was about 2 1/2 when he started...

- Travis B.

Anna G.

Anna is an incredible sitter! I would highly recommend her for anyone looking for a responsible, good natured, and trustworthy caregiver for...

- Care member

Leah S.

Leah is wonderful! She babysat our two girls while we had a parents night out and did a great job. Our girls loved her, our dog loved her,...

- Erin G.

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in South Portland, ME

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Maine, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in South Portland have rates starting at $21.53.

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 32 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.

There are 32 infant babysitters near you in South 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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