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Find infants child care in Portland, ME that you’ll love

60 infants child care are listed in Portland, ME

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

The average experience for nearby infants child care is 7 years

Infants child care in Portland, ME

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Ali P.


Portland, ME

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Baby Whisperer

Hi! I'm Ali, I'm 28, and I was born and raised in Maine. I've loved working with children from a young age, when I began as a mother's helper for a family friend at the age of 11. I worked for them every summer until my senior year of high school, and still keep in touch with them to this day! I've had extensive experience in...
Ali can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Lexi C.


Portland, ME

$21-25/hr1 yrs exp

Nanny/ Super Sitter :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lexi! I have been a nanny since February and totally love my kiddos. I have also been babysitting since I was 13. I am currently a college student, hence the funny-looking schedule. I am attending the University of Southern Maine for elementary education. Before this, I attended a tech school for two years...
Lexi can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Hello, I would like to introduce myself and tell you a little about me! My name is Shaelynn and I am 27 years old. I have about 12 years of experience in both child and pet care. Since a young age, I have been very nurturing and took a strong interest in childcare. I gained a ton of experience through babysitting for neighbors,...
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Kathryn B.


Portland, ME

$22-39/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Katie. I'm here to make a night out even more enjoyable. I maintain the routine of a school night, make dinner, help with homework, ensure a smooth bedtime, and then tidy up the house. I'm a mom of two teenagers, I was a teacher for 13 years, and before I became a mom I was a nanny for various needs. I've been a live-in...
Kathryn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Erin C.


Portland, ME

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Erin. I am a graduate from the University where I received my degree in childhood development and family relations. I've worked with children, both typically, and non-typically developing, since 16 years old and have loved every minute of it. My experience with children ranges from infants to middle school aged...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

I am a full time registered nurse at MMC. I have experience caring for infants and children of all ages. In addition, I have experience as a full time babystteir for two children ages (ages 4 and 6 at time of hire).
Jillian can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Amy R.


Portland, ME

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Casually Looking For Extra Income

Have about 4 years experience working with children from different backgrounds and ages from infants to teenagers. I currently work with children with autism in a clinic setting. Also have experience pet sitting with cats and dogs but am open to all animals!
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Katie R.


South Portland, ME

$19-20/hr10 yrs exp

Lawyer By Day And Highly Experienced Babysitter/nanny For Infants/toddlers At Night And On Weekends

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Highly experienced in infants/toddlers. I work as an Attorney during the day. I am available nights and weekends!
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katie is wonderful! She is a great communicator, always punctual and considerate. We hired her to care for our 4-6 month old baby for a few hours a week on an ongoing basis. She was very playful and caring and remained calm even when the baby was crying. We will...

Christopher D.

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Kelty J.


South Portland, ME

$23/hr8 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Kelty is so sweet and was great with our 11 month old! We sadly had a change of plans for childcare but would recommend her."

Chelsea H.

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Delia R.


South Portland, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible, Fun, & Caring Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Are you in need of a responsible, fun, and caring Nanny? Please look no further! I love kids and have experience with all ages, (infant-preteen) as well as twins. I also have reliable transportation and a great driving record. I like to play games, read stories, do arts and crafts, sing songs, and have outside time...
Delia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Delia was our nanny for almost 2 years with our twin boys, starting at around age 10mo. She was always very communicative, receptive to feedback, and flexible. Our boys absolutely adored her, and she was like another part of our family. I never felt unsafe leaving...

Emily S.

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Abigail C.


Westbrook, ME

$35/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny- English/Chinese Bilingual Teacher And Gym Teacher

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a nanny with experience in caring for multiple children from the age of 3 months old through early teens. I specialize in early childhood movement and language development. I have experience as a kindergarten teacher as well as English teacher for pre-k and elementary school aged children. I am child and infant CPR...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Abby is fantastic. She continues to watch our 2 year old at least twice per week and is the first person outside of our family I've trusted with school pick up. She has a strong work ethic and helps around the house when our daughter is sleeping. Our daughter loves...

Anna W.

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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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Lyriam V.


Scarborough, ME

$28/hr8 yrs exp

Jack Of All Trades

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Lilly and I have 8 years of experience working with young children ranging from 3 weeks through 12 years of age. I currently work as a Ed Tech for the Scarbrough school district. My previous years have been spent working as a childcare center assistant director, infant teacher and lastly a nanny for a young...
Lyriam can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Highly recommend Lilly to any family seeking care. She is punctual, educated, respectful and has grace. She is so good with a range of ages and does well with multiple kiddos. Has great communication and re-enforces structure and boundaries when needed and...

Stephanie M.

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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...

Care member

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Susannah J.


Cumberland Center, ME

$27-28/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Susannah and I have been in childcare for as long as I can remember! I started as a date night sitter and slowly started taking on nannying responsibilities as I entered high school. After that I started working in childcare centers & absolutely fell in love with working with kids! I ran my own classroom on and off...
Susannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Susannah worked with our family for one year, supporting after-school care and household management needs. She is absolutely wonderful with our school-aged children (8, 7, 5) - super creative, attentive and engaging. I also relied on her to take care of routine...

Care member

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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, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Caroline was with us in the afternoons caring for our newborn and 2.5 year old - we loved her and would highly recommend!!"

Catherine F.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience with infants, multiples, overnights, and travel nannying. I have my masters in elementary education and have nannied for over 20 families across southern Maine.
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Grace G.


Scarborough, ME

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I've been babysitting/nannying since I was 14. My experience ranges from infants to adolescents. It has been such a joy to watch some of the kiddos grow up and be a part of their childhood! Several families I have worked with, I have created long lasting relationships with them. I'm dependable, honest, and compassionate. I look...
Grace can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
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Lily R.


Westbrook, ME

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Reliable And Fun Sitter!

Hi! I am a reliable, positive and creative person with a little over 6 years experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. Since my first job working with kids I knew that this was something that fulfilled me. I love activities outdoors and pets! I can promise you that with your little ones I will provide them with...
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Emma F.


Scarborough, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Available For Daytime Or Date Nights

I am a fourth year medical student and just finished my clinical rotations. Looking to build my travel fund during my time off before graduation and starting pediatrics residency! I have had experience nannying/babysitting since I was 14 and can provide references if needed. I have taken care of newborns - 12-year-old kiddos...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Most recent reviews for infants child care in Portland, ME

Katie R.

5.0

Katie is wonderful! She is a great communicator, always punctual and considerate. We hired her to care for our 4-6 month old baby for a few hours a week on an ongoing basis. She was very playful and caring and remained calm even when the baby was crying. We will continue to hire Katie!

- Christopher D.

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.

Delia R.

4.0

Delia was our nanny for almost 2 years with our twin boys, starting at around age 10mo. She was always very communicative, receptive to feedback, and flexible. Our boys absolutely adored her, and she was like another part of our family. I never felt unsafe leaving them in her care, and they always...

- Emily S.

Abigail C.

5.0

Abigail was AMAZING with my active 8 yr old son, who has vision issues. He LOVED her! We would love to use her many more times! She came on short notice and was happy to help out in pinch!

- Sandra R.

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

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Ratings for Portland, ME infants child care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Infants Child Care in Portland, ME are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 65 reviews of the 60 listed infants child care.