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Find newborn nannies in Portland, ME that you’ll love
116 newborn nannies are listed in Portland, ME
The average rate is $22/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby newborn nannies is 7 years
Newborn nannies in Portland, ME
Cassandra M.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Grad Student With Lots Of Newborn And Childcare Experience!
5.0
(3)
I am a grad student at USM, looking to nanny in my free time! I am a trained midwife, yoga teacher, and postpartum doula. I have a lot of newborn care experience, as well as a range of other ages, and I also have experience working with children with special needs and/or disabilities. I have been babysitting and nannying since I...
Cassandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cassandra is always happy, positive, fun and creative! Our little one loves spending time with her and they are always doing something exciting together. She makes us feel our daughter is safe and well taken care of when she is with her and we trust Cassandra to...
Alexandra M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Small humans are fantastic! And exhausting! Sometimes you need someone to step in to give you a little time off; to have a date night, attend a class, take a walk, meet a friend for coffee. All of these, and a hundred more ideas, are important ways for you to care for yourself while I care for your little human.
Looking forward...
Dee can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Dee did a great job taking care of our son! Would definitely hire her again. She arrived promptly, shared a video, and provided a great summary at the end of the night!"
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Isabel I am Responsible nanny with more than three years of experience, I took care of more than 6 different children, thus learning to engage with all stages of childhood. My biggest concern is the safety and health of your children, I would love to have an opportunity to use my passion for children by caring for...
Isabel can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Katie P.
Portland, ME
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've babysat and nannied for babies and kids of all ages. I have experience supervising 15+ children at a time as a substitute teacher and camp counselor. I've worked in orphanages overseas and both cared for and taught the children within these orphanages.
Katie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Starting as a babysitter, over 20 years ago, I have worked with children, and haven't lost passion for it. Over the years, I worked in a variety of positions, including summer camps, daycare teaching, and as a professional nanny. As a childcare provider, my focus is to work with families, evaluate their needs with it comes to...
Christina can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Christina is kind, friendly, responsible and communicative. She babysat my two young kids and I am looking forward to hiring her again. My daughter did not want her to leave and kept hugging her and asking when she was going to have a sleep over!"
Sheila C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Virginia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I hired Virginia as a full time nanny to take care of my 1 month old son, and she was always very loving and caring with him. Since she already had lots of experience with infants, she knew how to feed, clean, and play with him and all of the other necessities. I...
Julia N.
Delaney P.
Portland, ME
$25-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I started nannying in 2012 and have babysat since 2009. I have copious experience in childcare of all ages (new borns to late teens), including nannying, occasional date night sitting, working as a teacher's assistant in a day care. I thoroughly enjoy spending time with the little ones and teaching them how to grow their...
Delaney can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Delaney was a full-time nanny for my family for about two years for my son when he was 3 months-2 years as well as our dog. She was an amazing addition to our family! She is a positive, loving person and took great care of my baby. She loves to have fun and will...
Suzanne M.
5.0
(4)
Hello!
My name is Joy. I'm 55 yrs old and a Mom of 4. I'm also a retired Social Worker LCSW. I specialized in Play Therapy, Attachment, and Family Therapy. I was a Mental Health Consultant for Head Start for 16+ years. I loved it!
I've spent many years working with children, adolescents and families. Focusing on attachment...
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Joy has been our nanny twice a week for a year now and we love her so much! She is so present and thoughtful with our son and cares for him like he's one of her own. She is always coming up with fun games and adventures outside - as a first time mom, I've learned...
Alicia G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Melike and I am from Turkey! I have been working with children for 7 years. I have babysat children ranging from newborns to middle-schoolers and also privately tutored English. Besides that I love children and spending time in their inspiring world!! I am a mature, reliable, and creative person and hope to meet...
Melike can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
"Mel was my first babysitter I hired for my son when we were in Portland, ME. She was absolutely great with him. He enjoyed spending time with her, and he would light up when she came through the door. We had to move to Oregon, but if I could I would take her with...
Victoria M.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm 28 years old I've been a professional Nanny for the past 8 years. I'm currently a Nanny to two amazing families who I've been with for 5 years. I have experience with children of all ages however most of my experience is with newborns-10 years. I enjoy integrating learning through play and outdoor exploration in all...
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Allie and I have always loved children and pets. I have a very large family, I and I am always happily surrounded by children of all ages. I am more than willing to do housework, I adore animals, and I love kids of course! I have babysat my younger siblings, their friends, and family for more than 7 years as well as...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Farrah C.
Portland, ME
$22-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
First-Time Mom Turned Nanny: A Journey Of Love And Learning
I'm delighted to introduce myself as an experienced nanny with a passion for nurturing children of all ages, from newborns to 4 years old and 11 to 16 years old. With a background in caring for a wide range of age groups and welcoming my first baby in August, I bring a diverse skill set and genuine love for fostering growth and...
Farrah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been a nanny/babysitter on and off for about 10 years in my community. It began with me just taking care of children for family friends during high school. I later worked for a nannying agency where I gained experience working with ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. I later worked as a substitute music teacher for a...
Jasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello,
My name is Brooke. I'm 33 years old living in South Portland currently a stay at home mother with my daughter who is 4. I have a lot of experience with kids from newborns-early teens in all different types of situations. From nannying, being a doula, working in daycares, teaching children ski school etc. I have...
Brooke can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
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, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I am so thankful to have Elizabeth in my life. She cares for my infant and toddler while I work full time and I have complete confidence in her while I'm away from home. My children adore her, respect her, and have loads of fun with her. Elizabeth is punctual,...
Mary M.
Hello! My name is Olivia and I have worked in various childcare settings over the past 10+ years. I have been a pre-k teacher at a holistic preschool in Burlington, VT, directed/taught at a "micro" school for 7 families during the pandemic, hosted summer camps for children aged 3-6 and nannied for many families with children...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hailey M.
Portland, ME
$18-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Hailey!
I've had childcare experience my whole life, both personal and professional experiences. I've had about 7 years of paid childcare experience ranging from newborns to pre teens. I have been babysitting and nannying for years, and I worked at an infant daycare throughout college as well! I'm also a registered...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I currently live and work in Portland and look forward to working with your family! I worked at the camp of Southern Maine in childcare (summer camp and daycare) with toddlers and school-aged children for four years, as well as intermittent babysitting and nannying for families with various child dynamics. I have cared...
Eilish can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Eilish to care for our 4yo daughter and 1yo son in December and January, until she went back to college. She was fantastic. Super reliable, very kind and patient with the kids, great at doing crafts with our daughter and engaging with our son. We were...
Travis K.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Izzy. I am a fun-loving childcare provider and a native Mainer. I have ample experience caring for little ones, and love to do so!
I have been babysitting ever since I could remember, as I have two younger siblings, and a handful of families I have babysat for over the years. I have been a summer camp counselor,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ashley C.
Portland, ME
$14-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a full time college student at University of Southern Maine with a major in health science and double minor in holistic health and biology. I'm interested in nannying/ babysitting jobs as well as housekeeping. I have been babysitting since the age of 14 ages ranging from newborn- 10 years old. I'm CPR certified along with...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Portland, ME
Cassandra M.
5.0
Cassandra is not only capable in the logistical and practical sense -- punctual, polite, generous, and knowledgeable -- she is also an intuitive and kind individual who truly cares for how children feel. She took care of both our daughters (and let's be honest, us as new parents!) at varying stages...
- Alana D.
Dee C.
5.0
Dee is wonderful! We hired Dee to watch our 1 year old daughter while in Portland for a wedding and could not have been happier. She was extremely communicative, arrived promptly, and even came equipped with a stack of children’s books to read. We received pictures throughout the evening, and it was...
- Care member
Christina S.
5.0
Christina is kind, friendly, responsible and communicative. She babysat my two young kids and I am looking forward to hiring her again. My daughter did not want her to leave and kept hugging her and asking when she was going to have a sleep over!
- Sheila C.
Virginia C.
5.0
Virginia cared for my toddler for three weeks (planned, I only needed a brief bridge to daycare). She had a great presence that is calming and allowed space for my daughter to play, learn and grow. I would certainly hire her again.
- Megan N.
Delaney P.
5.0
Delaney was a full-time nanny for my family for about two years for my son when he was 3 months-2 years as well as our dog. She was an amazing addition to our family! She is a positive, loving person and took great care of my baby. She loves to have fun and will actively play with you kids while...
- Suzanne M.
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FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Portland, ME
How much does a newborn nanny cost to hire near me in Portland, ME?
So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Portland, ME on Care.com will cost an average of $22.34 per hour as of April, 2024. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.
How many night nannies for newborns are available to hire near me in Portland, ME?
There are 116 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Portland, ME on Care.com. You can also read 173 for newborn nannies near you.
How do I find a newborn nanny service near me in Portland, ME?
It’s easy to find a nanny for your newborn with Care.com. You can hire a nanny for newborn babies near you in Portland, ME. Not sure how to interview a nanny for a newborn? Prepare a list of questions in advance so you make sure you learn everything you need about each candidate to make your decision. You may also want to run an independent background check for extra peace of mind.
Ratings for Portland, ME newborn nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Newborn Nannies in Portland, ME are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 173 reviews of the 116 listed newborn nannies.