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Infants child care in Buxton, ME
Kelty J.
South Portland, ME
$23/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Are you looking for someone to be with your child or children? I have six years of experience working with infants to children; babysitting, summer camp, school after care, supporting a first grader with her remote learning during the hybrid school year and caring for a 2-year-old which involved daily daycare pickup. Other...
Kelty can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Kelty has cared for my two kiddos now 4 and 5) for a year, for aftercare and full time during the summer. She is always kind, calm, patient, and trustworthy. She has been responsive and flexible with our schedules. I would definitely recommend her!"
Kate W.
Maria B.
Portland, ME
$22-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Your Weekend Mary Poppins. Creative And Fun Occasional Sitter
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Maria and I'm a former full-time nanny, STEAM Specialist, and Inspired Play Director with 10+ years of experience caring for children ages 0-10. I transitioned from full-time nanny to full-time writer in 2022 and work a 9-5 M-F, but love to keep weekend and evening availability for occasional babysitting. If you're...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maria is a wonderful sitter and we consider her apart of our extended family. My kids love making crafts and seeing what fun she'll bring with her when she comes over. She always is there when we need her and brings along a positive atmosphere that is amazing. We...
Beth C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
**only seeking date-night work**
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a compassionate and kind heart, strong communication skills, emotional maturity, a strong work ethic, and an ability to multitask. My childcare experience as a nanny, babysitter, and daycare teacher began in 2008. I graduated college in May 2016 with a...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elizabeth truly has a heart of gold and loves kids! In addition to her extensive experience she has watched my 2 year old son on multiple occasions and he always is happy to see her. Elizabeth also cares about serving the community. At High Point University she...
Daniel H.
Stephanie M.
Portland, ME
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Teacher Looking For Occasional Babysitting. Available During The Day For The Month Of August.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! I work as a behavior specialist in public schools and would love to build a relationship with a family for occasional sitting. Previously, I taught at a therapeutic middle school, was a naturalist for the Appalachian Mountain Club, taught 1st grade environmental education in Lawrence Public Schools, managed a teen...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie was so wonderful with our two kids, they keep asking when they can play with her again! She is thoughtful and attentive, and even felt comfortable bringing them out and about to the museum and playground. When we are in Portland, I will definitely reach...
Joyce C.
Jada W.
Portland, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter With 21 Years Experience Looking For New Families To Work With!
4.9
(40)
Hired by 65 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have 21 years of experience caring for children in center based environments (ages 6 weeks-5 years), individually as a nanny (several of those years have been spent as an infant/toddler nanny), through evening and weekend babysitting jobs with children ages 2 weeks-17 years, doing overnights with various ages, doing...
Jada can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jada has been incredible with my now 11 year old son, we've been with her for nearly two years. My son has ADHD and anxiety, and at times can struggle with self-regulation. Jada is very patient and has connected with him when he at times can have trouble connecting...
Kristina P.
5.0
(3)
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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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.
Jaide C.
Windham, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional, Empathic And Fun Child And Senior Care Provider
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
With a warm smile smile, energy and heartfelt empathy, I wish to give a peaceful, safe and supportive environment for your family. My most recent assignments involved the care and education of children ranging from infants to age to 5 years, for a Montessori School. More recently, I was responsible for the total care of a...
Jaide can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jaide is excellent with kids and also seeks out opportunities to help. she is self directed and always keeps busy when the kids were napping. our daughter loves her and she is very good with infants as well. taught our daughter through Montessori methods and gave...
Julia O.
Janet E.
Alfred, ME
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as sensitive funny and positive and kind
I like working with kids because they bring out the best in people. they are so adventurous and smart!
Kids allow me to be a kid myself.
I'm looking for a job where I am able to enrich the lives of children. I want to share joy and laughter and be a stable...
Janet can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Janet Is a caring, loving individual not only for children but animals. She’s hard working and put in so much effort to make those around her to feel safe and always welcomed! Highly recommend her!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a bubbly, nurturing doula and nanny. I love spending my time keeping babies safe and happy. I was a babysitter up until starting graduate school caring for ages as young as newborn and as old as middle school. I love pets, families, and just generally being a help to those who need it.
As a birth and postpartum...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional nanny with extensive experience caring for children of all ages. I have worked in the childcare field for about nine years. I have cared for infants as young as 2 months old and teenagers up to 15 years old, including many ages in between. I have learned so much about caring for children during my multiple...
Marika can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marika looks after my 17 month old daughter a few hours per week. She is fun, loving and energetic. I really appreciate her playful spirit and that she can keep up with my toddler!"
Ananda T.
Ashley O.
Biddeford, ME
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have a 15-year-old brother that I watched all the time when he was little. From infant to school aged. I volunteered at a daycare for one summer and have babysat a few times since then for an 8-month-old and now for the same one who is 3.
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have an Associates degree in criminal justice, as well as experience working in a daycare. I have 2 years of experience with infants and toddlers. I helped cover infant classrooms when teachers were out of ratio to keep classrooms open. I became a lead teacher and had my own classroom within 6 months of employment. I had to...
Skills:
Early Education
Hello!
I'm a caring, reliable, honest, and creative helper. Along with being a live-in nanny for one year, caring for three children in France, I have also worked as a part-time nanny for three children in Washington D. C. In 2019 I was a volunteer at the Toddler and Infant Program at a School for the Blind in Watertown MA....
Michaela can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Emma P.
Portland, ME
$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Fun Sitter And Looking To Entertain Yet Care For At The Best Level
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since the age of 15 in my town working with lots of different families with kids of all ages. I have worked with infants and also 12-year-olds and am comfortable with both. Over the past two years, I have been a part-time nanny for a family of three. The kids are between the ages of nine and 11. I usually...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have over 18 years of experience working with infants from birth- middle school however I love working with infants and toddlers best :) I have a lot of references and for the past several years ran a local scarborough nanny share of infants and toddlers so I have several local references including my most recent families that...
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
1.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a very positive and energetic young adult with 6-yrs of experience under my belt working in early childcare. In my beginning experience I worked with 2 & 5-year-olds but was often a "float", working in all classrooms ranging from infants-5yr olds. Over the years I've worked with infants-7yr olds, as well as in different...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lily Y.
Old Orchard Beach, ME
$18-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! I am looking for a part- time nanny job or recurring babysitting job. I have a passion for kids and I love doing activities that help with their development and growth. I have a background in outdoor and nature-based education.
I have been a nanny for the past 4 years and I have 8 years of babysitting experience prior to...
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Christy R.
Portland, ME
$22-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Available Tues/Thurs All Day & Mon/Wed/Fri Afternoons
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Christy & I have 9 years professional childcare experience. I am from Boston but have now relocated to Portland. Bachelor's in Early Childhood Ed and Master's in Elementary Ed. I hold teaching licenses in Elementary 1-6, Moderate Disabilities K-8, and Theater K-12. 9 Years professional nannying experience with school...
Christy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
I am a mom of two school aged girls who enjoys being around kids, playing and being goofy! I get to know children's unique personalities and tailor my care approach to the specific child. I enjoy the energy kids have and feel a sense of satisfaction when caring for children. I am looking to watch 1 to 2 babies/toddlers in my...
Jess can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 10 years of experience along with excellent references. I have most experience with infants and babies, but love working with older children too. I like to use a child-led approach to nannying.
Dayla can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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Most recent reviews for infants child care in Buxton, ME
Kelty J.
5.0
Kelty has cared for my two kiddos now 4 and 5) for a year, for aftercare and full time during the summer. She is always kind, calm, patient, and trustworthy. She has been responsive and flexible with our schedules. I would definitely recommend her!
- Kate W.
Maria B.
5.0
Maria is great. We love her enthusiasm and how well she handles our children and pets. She knows a lot about children and sometimes we go to her for advice since we are new parents. We have twin 2 year olds and Maria watched them from time to time when they were 3-18 months old. We have moved out of...
- Jenny C.
Elizabeth B.
5.0
Elizabeth truly has a heart of gold and loves kids! In addition to her extensive experience she has watched my 2 year old son on multiple occasions and he always is happy to see her. Elizabeth also cares about serving the community. At High Point University she was resident assistant for her...
- Daniel H.
Stephanie M.
5.0
Stephanie was so wonderful with our two kids, they keep asking when they can play with her again! She is thoughtful and attentive, and even felt comfortable bringing them out and about to the museum and playground. When we are in Portland, I will definitely reach out to her for child care again.
- Joyce C.
Jada W.
5.0
Jada has been incredible with my now 11 year old son, we've been with her for nearly two years. My son has ADHD and anxiety, and at times can struggle with self-regulation. Jada is very patient and has connected with him when he at times can have trouble connecting with people. She is incredibly...
- Kristina P.
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FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Buxton, ME
How much is child care for an infant near me in Buxton, ME?
If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Buxton, ME to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Buxton, ME, is $18.00.
Where can I find infant child care near me in Buxton, ME?
You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Buxton, ME by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with
What types of infant child care services are available near me in Buxton, ME?
The infant child care services available near you in Buxton, ME can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.
How can I safely hire infant child care near me in Buxton, ME?
To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Buxton, ME, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a variety of candidates, and request references from other families they worked with in the past. We also request that every caregiver on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and you can see which infant child care providers completed this by looking for the badge on their profile.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for infant child care near me in Buxton, ME?
When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Buxton, ME, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.