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Maisie P.

Scarborough, ME

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I live on a big farm with goats, a cow, chickens, and llamas, so caring for living, breathing little ones comes naturally to me. Farming has taught me patience, flexibility, and a good sense of humor because you never know what's going to happen on a farm or with kids. I've been caring for children since I was 10 years old....
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South Portland, ME

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Nurturing young minds and supporting families is my passion. For the past three years, I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I hold a college degree and am comfortable caring for up to four children at a time. My approach is patient and friendly. I believe in open communication with...
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Crafty Cat Loving Caretaker!

Falmouth, ME

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Emily (Emmy if you'd like!). I am one of three sisters, and have happily become "Tia Emmy" to my lovely nieces! Hi there! I am currently a graduate student at the Maine College of Art and Design pursuing my lifelong dream of becoming an art teacher! Before teaching, I had been nannying on and off for the...

Rafaela Z. says "Emily is a wonderful caregiver. She was the first person who looked after our son since he was born during the pandemic and he warmed up to her so...

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Part-time Caregiver

Cumberland Center, ME

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "Susannah worked with our family for one year, supporting after-school care and household management needs. She is absolutely wonderful with our...

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Babysitter/Nanny

Falmouth, ME

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello! I am a 22-year-old experienced babysitter and nanny with 6+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I recently graduated from Bucknell University and, while back home in Maine on the job hunt, I discovered a genuine love for childcare. I pride myself in creating a fun, safe and...
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Scarborough, ME

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$29/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
I am a dedicated nanny with a degree in education. My background as a former teacher with a music degree and experience in both public and private education, enables me to offer not only high-quality care but also meaningful educational enrichment. I bring extensive and nurturing care to children of all ages, from infants...
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Orrs Island, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I worked for an accredited preschool in Florida for 7 years and I worked for a child development center in Longmont, CO for 2 years. I was the lead infant teacher in both schools, but I am comfortable with all ages. I began working as a full time nanny in CO 13 years ago. I worked for several families before I began working with...

Care Member says "Katie has been a blessing to our family. I cannot recommend her highly enough. "

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Gorham, ME

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
20 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
I am a former nanny and preschool teacher who loves young children. I am currently a stay at home Mom to twin 11-year-olds looking to connect with families in search of child care during school hours. I have one year experience as a full-time nanny, many years baby-sitting experience and have worked with infants, toddlers and 3...

Vania S. says "Really nice woman. Great child care philosophy. Lots of experience."

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Freeport, ME

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$20/hr
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I'm a Bowdoin graduate with 8 years of education experience. I've led classes from KG-3rd grade and worked 1-on-1 with students. I am fluent in Spanish and can offer enrichment and immersion. At Bowdoin, I ran a curriculum-based leadership program for middle school girls and tutored students at the elementary and middle schools....
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College Educated Woman Seeking Nanny Job

Biddeford, ME

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I specialize in working with infants under one year and would love to provide care for your infant or toddler! I have 10 years of experience working in a daycare setting. I recently left a wonderful job teaching in an infant classroom in Manhattan where I worked for 8 years. I also have worked in a toddler classroom for two...
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Classroom Teacher Seeking Summer Nanny Position

Biddeford, ME

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am seeking opportunities to care for children outside of my full-time teaching job. I am in my eighth year of classroom teaching in public schools, with one year teaching first grade and seven years teaching Kindergarten. I have a Master's in Teaching and a Bachelor's in History, both from the University of Virginia....
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Former Daycare Owner With Over 10 Years Of Experience With Great References

Biddeford, ME

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hello. I have worked in a daycare setting in my younger years in 2000. I opened my own family daycare in my home taking care of a lot of teachers' children, most of my children I had since they were 6 weeks old. I love to start with them as infants and watch them grow, so I have a lot of experience with all ages also in doing...
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Standish, ME

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
Kind and creative, playful and present, a calm, easy-to-get-along with, experienced and mature nanny who is nurturing, filled with love and laughter. I am a career nanny, who loves not only reading books to children but also loves writing books for children. I am the author of Still a Family, a top 100 book at the NYC library,...
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Temp Nanny Available

Windham, ME

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello, My name is Andrea. I am 32 years old and live in the Sebago Lakes region with my husband and our dog Otis. I was a career nanny for about 10 years. I took a bit of a hiatus to pursue a career in finance. Which I have done so successfully, but as I am between contracted work I am looking to return to the industry...
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Buxton, ME

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$22/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Oneasha. I have about 9 years of experience working with children from infants to 12 years old. Currently, I serve as an Education Technician in public schools, so I am looking for a summer nannying job. I hold a bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts with a minor in Education, which I completed in May 2025. I am...
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Reliable Childcare With Over 8 Years Of Experience!

Biddeford, ME

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm currently a student at UNE studying chemistry in my second year. I'm looking for a babysitting/nannying job once or twice a week for a few hours as I am a full time student with a heavy workload. I have been a mother's helper since 11, making me have over 8 years in child care! I have experience with all ages, including...
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Yarmouth, ME

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Karla, I am 25 years old, have my own car, and absolutely adore kids. I love reading, art, and taking walks in nature. Experience: I have 4 younger siblings, I did volunteer work at Rowe Elementary, and worked at Reiche Elementary, I have worked in two daycares as a floater (infants to preschool ages), and have...
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Biddeford, ME

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have worked as a nanny and as a daycare teacher for infants to school age. I love children and being active. I believe children learn through play.
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Experienced Nanny Focused On Fun And Learning!

Yarmouth, ME

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Olive, I'm an 18-year-old (19 in August!) with lots of familiarity in childcare. I'm currently ideally seeking a consistent nannying gig during the week and would love to support your family! Experienced with ages ranging from infant up to 11-year-olds. Responsible, patient, and energetic! Pretty flexible schedule...
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Old Orchard Beach, ME

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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...
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  • 60 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.75/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant nannies is 4.6

Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Portland, ME

Infant Nannies in Portland, ME are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 49 reviews of the 60 listed infant nannies

Emily V.

Emily is a wonderful caregiver. She was the first person who looked after our son since he was born during the pandemic and he warmed up to...

- Rafaela Z.

Susannah J.

Susannah worked with our family for one year, supporting after-school care and household management needs. She is absolutely wonderful with...

- Care member

Katie G.

Katie has been a blessing to our family. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

- Care member

FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Portland, ME

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Portland, ME, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $24.75. This is just an average though, how much you need to spend on infant care will depend on where you live and if you want to hire an infant nanny during the day or overnight.

Nanny infant care can involve changing diapers, feeding the baby, and making sure all of their needs are met. The infant nanny responsibilities that your nanny takes on will depend on your family’s unique needs and what the nanny feels comfortable with. When searching for an infant nannies in Portland, ME, prepare a list of responsibilities you’re hoping to get help with so you can ask potential nannies if they can provide the support you need.

TNot sure how to find a good nanny for an infant? Look no further than Care.com, where you will find 20 infant nanny profiles near you in Portland, ME that you can check out. You can also read 49 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.

Want to learn more about how to interview a nanny for an infant? When interviewing potential infant nannies near you in Portland, ME, it can be helpful to write an infant nanny job description and to prepare a list of questions you have. For example, if in your job description you write that you need help with light housekeeping (like keeping the kitchen clean), you can add to your list of questions one about how comfortable they feel helping with housework.

We ask all Care.com infant nannies to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. For parents who want extra peace of mind, we strongly recommend doing your own research before you hire an infant nanny. Alongside running an independent background check, you can interview candidates and request references from other families they worked with in the past.

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