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Hi! I'm Caroline and I'm an incoming Physician Assistant student at UNE. I'm moving to Portland in May and am looking for a part time babysitting position ideally 2-4 hours per week. I have 4+ years of babysitting experience from ages 0-6, have volunteered at a preschool, and am currently working at a children's hospital as a...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 26-year-old college graduate from UMAINE, working full time at Bath Iron Works as a Talent Acquisition Specialist. I am looking for some part time night & weekend babysitting opportunities (I am flexible). I love working with kids! I have experience with all ages from newborn to 15. I have reliable transportation. I love...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Megan is amazing with kids! She gets right in there whether it's playing dress-up princesses with the girls or rolling in mud with boys! Anyone would be lucky to have her in their children's lives!"
Bryanna C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Kate and I am a full time pediatric physical therapist. I am open to helping families with date nights or weekend opportunities. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and that has been my primary job throughout junior high and high school. I love playing sports, doing crafts, and being creative with...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"My husband and I felt lucky to find Kate and have her care for our child. As a first time mom it wasn't easy to leave my babe with someone I didn't know personally, however Kate made me feel at ease. She took wonderful care of our child. We are eager to have her...
Kimberly D.
5.0
(1)
I am a 25-year-old living in Portland with a full time teaching job. I am looking for extra work during week nights and potential for some weekends. I am reliable, caring, educated and love children. I am currently getting my masters in special education. I look forward to working with you and your family!
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is an absolute sweetheart. She’s well rounded, loves kids, works super hard and is extremely efficient! She helped us around the house immensely! We love when Hannah’s around!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Starting with watching the neighborhood kids while their parent's were still home at age 11, I have been babysitting for years, taking on new experiences and challenges as I grow. For 5 years, I worked as a swim instructor for kids and adults ages 2-70. I was repeatedly acknowledged for providing a caring, exciting and lovingly...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexis is wonderful. She babysits for our 13 month old son on a regular basis. I am almost hesitant to write this review because I want to keep her available for us! "
Mollie R.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
This past May I received my Master's in Early Childhood Education with a focus in Social Emotional Learning. I also have a B. A. in Spanish and a minor in Film from Colorado College. Aside from my interests in languages and film, I also have a background in music (harp) and theater. I love to be outdoors as well as stay indoors...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great caregiver! I definitely recommend her."
Jennifer W.
Shelby S.
Portland, ME
$27/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Master's of Elementary Education student in my student teaching phase. I am working full time in a local elementary school, looking for part time child care opportunities.
5.0
"Shelby is great with our two kids. She has done dinner and outings and bed time all very smoothly, which is no small thing with two kids. She is great with our toddler who warmed up to her right away. We are so happy to have found Shelby!"
Sara M.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Educator living in Portland after years of travel/work. Looking to work with kind family so I may save up some money to build a tiny house and continue my education. 15+ years work at a girls summer camp (age 8-15), plus babysitting for kids of all ages. I was a live-in nanny for 6 mo. in Sydney for 3 girls (1/3/5), 6 mo. in...
Molly can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm 26-years-old and live in Portland. I have almost 10 years of babysitting experience, and several years of long term nannying. I've found all my experiences to be valuable and rewarding, as I really love children and hope to one day have a career working with them. I've cared for children as young as 3 months old, as...
Gwenyvere can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gwen has been working with our family for about a year. I couldn't imagine a better fit! She is kind, dependable, and enthusiastic. We feel so lucky to have found her! She and our daughter have such a sweet friendship, it makes leaving her when we go to work just a...
Anna K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kendra. I am a registered nurse at MMC in Portland working night shift. I have babysitting experience with all ages. Before becoming a nurse I worked primarily with children with disabilities.
On another note, if you need companionship for a relative, I would love to help you out with that as well.
Looking for...
Kendra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We had Kendra babysit for our 2 year old son while we were visiting Portland - she was super friendly, on time and easy to communicate with. Would call again!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have grown up around all ages kids and have always helped watch and take care of them, I have a niece and baby brother that I look after frequently. I love the outdoors and very active!
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabrielle is amazing!!! She has been such a blessing to our family!! Our children love her and so do we!! I couldn’t recommend her more! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Amelia, I am 28 years old and local to Portland. I work full time as a Special Education Teacher for PPS and have worked in the education field for 6 years. Working with children is a passion of mine! When I am not in my classroom with my students I'm thinking of ideas to bring to the classroom to support them...
Amelia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amelia was 15 minutes early! My daughter just loved her."
Andrea A.
5.0
(4)
Hello there! My name is Emily, I am 24 years old, and I am really excited to start working as a part-time babysitter! I have been working with children since I was 13 years old. I am very passionate about art, mental health, and the outdoors, and sharing that interest with kids to help their adventurous side come out. I look...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"When we were looking for someone to watch our three kids over the summer, Emily was the perfect fit. While I was in class all day she made a daily schedule for the kids, it included art, and other creative things. She also let the kids put their own touch on the...
Brittany S.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Jill. I am 22 years old. I just graduated this past May from Saint Joseph's College of Maine. I have had experience babysitting all ages for the past 7 years. My hobbies are swimming, skiing, and fishing. I also love doing arts and crafts with kiddos! I LOVE pets. I find it very easy to get along with kids, but...
Jillian can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jill has been amazing watching our two daughters (ages 2 and 3). We love having her help!"
Care member
Margaret U.
Falmouth, ME
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am the youngest of a family of four! I am currently living in Moose Lake. I am a CNA, and previously a PCA. I have my own car and I love cooking! I'm energetic and caring and very organized. I take my job seriously but I love to play! I think a child's creativity is one of their greatest gifts and it is important to do...
Margaret can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Caring and attentive, wishing we still lived in the same state!"
Kortnie U.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My mother is a preschool teacher, so I have been around young children my whole life. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and have grown very close to many families over the years! I have worked with children of all ages, whether it be through babysitting, nannying, coaching, teaching, tutoring etc. I have done it all! I have...
Emmaline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emily R.
Portland, ME
$13-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/part-time Nanny Available For Weekday Position
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am currently a student at USM, pursuing a degree in Media Studies. I have 7+ years of babysitting/nannying experience. I lived in New York City for two and a half years, and while I was there I worked as an after school nanny for two wonderful sisters (ages 4-9). My responsibilities with them ranged from getting them...
I have been caring for children since I was a little girl (my little brother is 10 years younger than me, and I have lots of little cousins!), and have been a paid babysitter since middle school. I have experience with children of all ages, ranging from a date-night sitter to after-school care to a driver/companion for...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
My career working with children started when I was a kid myself- babysitting at the age of 11. I enjoyed babysitting during high school and college so much that it led me to my career of working with children. I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a masters in Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis. After...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in Cliff Island, ME
Megan E.
5.0
Megan is amazing with kids! She gets right in there whether it's playing dress-up princesses with the girls or rolling in mud with boys! Anyone would be lucky to have her in their children's lives!
- Bryanna C.
Kathryn M.
5.0
My husband and I felt lucky to find Kate and have her care for our child. As a first time mom it wasn't easy to leave my babe with someone I didn't know personally, however Kate made me feel at ease. She took wonderful care of our child. We are eager to have her care for our baby again!
- Kimberly D.
Hannah Q.
5.0
Hannah is an absolute sweetheart. She’s well rounded, loves kids, works super hard and is extremely efficient! She helped us around the house immensely! We love when Hannah’s around!
- Care member
Alexis G.
5.0
Alexis is wonderful. She babysits for our 13 month old son on a regular basis. I am almost hesitant to write this review because I want to keep her available for us!
- Mollie R.
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.
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FAQs for finding a part time babysitter near you in Cliff Island, ME
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You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in Cliff Island, ME. While all babysitters on Care.com undergo an annual background check called a CareCheck, it’s best to do your own due diligence before hiring babysitters such as interviewing them, reviewing references, and running your own background check.
How can I interview a part-time babysitter near me in Cliff Island, ME?
When a babysitter is needed part-time and you plan to work with them on a regular basis, you may want to interview a few different candidates. After setting up interviews near you in Cliff Island, ME, you can ask each babysitter questions about their work style and experience and you can also introduce them to your children to see who they naturally click with.
How much do babysitters get paid an hour near me in Cliff Island, ME?
How much babysitters are paid near you in Cliff Island, ME depends on a wide variety of factors including how experienced the babysitter is, how many children require care, and the types of babysitting duties you want them to take on. Keeping all of that in mind, the average hourly rate for part-time babysitters in Cliff Island, ME is $15.00.
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What types of services do part-time babysitters offer near me in Cliff Island, ME?
Part-time babysitters near you in Cliff Island, ME offer a variety of services, but most focus on providing short-term care for children. Usually you hire a part-time babysitter for one-off babysitting needs such as when you’re attending a child-free wedding or have an appointment you can’t bring your children to. Part-time babysitters can help with homework, light cooking, and keeping your child entertained while you’re out of the house.