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60 babysitters are listed in Augusta, ME
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Augusta, ME
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Lexie and I've always enjoyed working with children. I grew up babysitting for family friends, have served as a summer camp counselor at both overnight and day camps, volunteered at various after school programs, and coached a Girls on the Run team. I have also been on a service trip to teach children...
Lexie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I'm a very proud wife and. mother, I have plenty of experience in watching children. I have worked in nursery schools, and I am very good with children of all ages. I believe children of all ages need love, caring, and guidance they need to trust and feel secure who they are with. when their parents are not around.
I also can...
Debra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Loving, compassionate, caring. She is an amazing lady. Worked for us for years and is trustworthy, which is hard to find."
Catherine Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a masters degree in Social Work and 20 years experience taking care of your loved ones with compassion and understanding. I love this work and take pride in providing the best possible care they deserve. care of families. I have CPR/First Aid, Dementia and CNA training experience. I enjoy cleaning and take pride in my...
Brianne can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Emily B.
Augusta, ME
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a 29-year-old provider who loves to serve families and the community. I believe that caring for children as a babysitter/part-time nanny is a great opportunity to invest in the lives of children and their parents. I am advanced in Spanish and I am willing to speak Spanish with your children or help them learn the language....
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emily is very dependable and caring! She is great with pets and children and will be easy to work with! She has vast experience working with special needs children and older pets. I highly recommend her!"
Laurie B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've been watching kids for as long as I can remember and I love doing so. In 2017 I graduated from a boarding school and while I was there I was the go-to babysitter for many of the faculty families on campus. In 2021, I graduated with a BA in biology and anthropology. I am currently attending UMA as part of their nursing...
Keira can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Keira is the absolute best. My children adore her, she has been watching them since my daughter was just barely 1 and my son was 4. She has been with my family through my cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery. She has been so thorough with her care of the kids,...
Julia E.
Ciera C.
Augusta, ME
$14-45/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a sophomore in college at University of Maine at Augusta, in Augusta Maine. I am currently working towards my mental health and human services degree with a dream of being a child psychologist! I have a 5-year-old little sister that I have been babysitting since birth and I have had quite a few babysitting jobs with...
Ciera can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ciera has been a lifesaver for us. My kids (9 & 11) have really enjoyed their time with her and always look forward to her watching them. She is very thoughtful with planning activities and really plays with the kids."
Bridget A.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I am Marlley
I have more than 10 years of experience in caring for homes. My main goal is to make your home even more cozy, with the cleanliness and organization of the environment. Focusing on quality, commitment and excellence. My greatest satisfaction is the satisfaction of my customers.
I also offer errands or...
Marlley can also help with: Organization, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning & more
Gigi C.
Augusta, ME
$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a junior at Saint Anselm College in NH but will be home for summer break in Augusta, Maine! I have worked with kids ages 3 months to 14 years old in a daycare setting as well as nannying.
Gigi can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Great personality with kids. Would hire again!"
Frances D.
As the eldest in a large family, I have always loved being around kids. Children are our future (as corny as that is to write here) and our future deserves quality care!
I am a big believer in spending time outdoors, appreciating the arts, and learning new skills. Children are sponges and should be encouraged to learn about...
Kelly can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! My name is Lauren and I am available for occasional date night babysitting! I am a mom of two daughters--a teen and a pre-teen. I have worked in education for over 20 years and I have worked with students from pre-k to seniors in high school! I am comfortable taking care of your littles and also preparing meals for...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Sara R.
Augusta, ME
$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I have been a CNA since I was 18 years old. I have many years of experience as a caregiver and currently work a full time job at Maine General. I don't mind running errands, doing some grocery shopping, pet sitting, some cleaning and babysitting etc. for you! I love kids. At the moment I have no availability. Thank you!
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Sara did a marvelous job taking care of our farm animals and our house cats. Her communication was excellent from start to finish, including photos and updates of our critters while we were away. She picked up on how to take care of our many animals quickly. I...
Melissa E.
Ciera C.
Augusta, ME
$13-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have always enjoyed helping others, whether it be anything from babysitting to pet sitting to cleaning houses! I am 19 years old, in college and willing to help out with pretty much about anything to pay off my student loans! I would love to talk more and see if I am a good fit for the job, thank you!!
I grew up watching my three younger cousins and local families. The majority of my experience comes from a little girl I started watching when she was six, who is now 11. I started watching her as a summer babysitting job. Just before her seventh birthday, she was diagnosed with cancer that required a leg amputation and her to...
Ariana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Tristen D.
Augusta, ME
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Energetic, College Educated Nanny With Multiple Years Of Experience
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, trusting, and kind.
I love working with kids because it's something that I have been passionate about since I was very young when I would tell my mom I wanted to become a teacher at the age of six. I have an associates degree in early childhood education. I worked as a nanny for four...
Tristen can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
I love all animals, specially dogs. I have one Golden Retriever and she is like my child.
Marlley can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Ciera C.
Augusta, ME
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Ever since I was little I have always had a passion for cleaning and organizing, I always had lists and labels on me at all times!! I'm in college currently and really want to make back my student loans while attending, so I need some good paying jobs to help out!! I have some experience on care. com helping with cleaning homes,...
Ciera can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, window washing & more
Virginia T.
Augusta, ME
$15-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a very friendly, smiley, and upbeat person. I'm very reliable, COVID cautious, and have my own transportation. I'm from Augusta, Maine. available for child care
Virginia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
I'm a proud wife and mother , Over the years I cared for a lot of people including several family members and a few close friends. I also worked in an assisted living facility. I am a PSS (Personal Support Specialist) certified and a CRMA (Certified Residential Medication Assistant). I can also take blood pressure, administer...
Debra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have plenty of housekeeping experience I cleaned lofts and Brownstones in N. Y.. I had a lot of clients that were very satisfied with my work,. cleaning to me is like therapy I actually enjoy it !. I can't give you all the references because I lost a lot of their numbers when I moved to ME. You can check my reviews though on...
Debra can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
I am very caring and compassionate with children, and seniors. I have taken care of many seniors and children. I worked for an assisted living facility where I took care of seniors with all different disabilities.
I am a Personal support specialist and a CRMA (can dispense medications, give insulin shots and take FBBS). I'm...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Augusta, ME
Debra C.
5.0
Loving, compassionate, caring. She is an amazing lady. Worked for us for years and is trustworthy, which is hard to find.
- Catherine Y.
Emily B.
5.0
Emily is very dependable and caring! She is great with pets and children and will be easy to work with! She has vast experience working with special needs children and older pets. I highly recommend her!
- Laurie B.
Keira A.
5.0
Keira is the absolute best. My children adore her, she has been watching them since my daughter was just barely 1 and my son was 4. She has been with my family through my cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery. She has been so thorough with her care of the kids, flexible with her schedule, going...
- Julia E.
Ciera C.
5.0
Ciera was terrific with my 9 and 11 year old kids. She played with them and always brought great activities and crafts to do with them. She was always on time and was very good about staying in communication.
- Care member
Gigi C.
5.0
Great personality with kids. Would hire again!
- Frances D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Augusta, ME:
How can I find a Augusta babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Augusta, ME can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 31 babysitters in Augusta, ME on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Augusta, ME?
The average rate for Augusta, ME babysitters on Care.com is $17.84 per hour as of May 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Augusta, ME?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Augusta, ME through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Augusta, ME babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Augusta, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.