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Claire G.

Experienced Nanny Who Loves Animals

Harpswell, ME

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
Hey there! My name is Claire and I am an experienced nanny who is currently matched with a nanny family but open to helping out for date nights and special occasions. I have always loved kiddos, and have been a nanny a few times over. My last family I stayed with for almost 4 years and the only reason I left was because I moved...
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Taylor L.

Part Time Caregiver

Brunswick, ME

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Taylor and I am looking for part time nannying jobs or babysitting opportunities. In my junior year of high school, I completed a class in Early childhood, in which I taught in a Preschool for a year, completed a 6 week student teaching position in a kindergarten classroom. I attended school for 2 years, making...

Kendra B. says "Taylor has such a sweet, kind personality. Always extremely patient with my children. She can handle all 3 of them at once! Amazing!"

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Ayris F.

Part-Time Care Giver

Brunswick, ME

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a local health care professional (Audiologist). My other passions include theatre, reading, and kids! Before moving here, I was a toddler classroom leader at my church's nursery, tutored middle school children, and was a nanny/date night sitter throughout graduate school. I was responsible for: Knowing the developmental...
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Caroline F.

Physician Assistant Student At UNE

Cliff Island, ME

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
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...
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Emily M.

Brunswick, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I am the Mom of a vibrant, amazing 13-year-old boy and magical 4-year-old girl. In addition to being a Mother, I started watching children at the age of 11 (before cell phones and ipads). I grew up on the coast of Maine, and while I l've spent time in 11 states over the years I have been back home in this great state...
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Mackenzie D.

Part Time Care-Taker Or Babysitter Available

Freeport, ME

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a 26-year-old nurse looking to fill my extra time doing what I love, caring for others and helping them to live their best life. I am certified in basic life support and have 8 years of experience in the medical field assisting in the care of others.
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Casey A.

Extremely Flexible Babysitter!

Yarmouth, ME

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! Where to begin! I grew up in Yarmouth and it's my favorite place in the world. Over the last decade I spent 3 years studying in London, moved to NYC to start my career, moved back to Maine to work remotely during the pandemic and never left. After 7 years of working in the entertainment industry (digital...
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Ana U.

Brunswick, ME

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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, I am a 19-year-old part time college student, looking for odd jobs. I'm patient when it comes to childcare. I was a go-to babysitter for families over the years, and have a 8-year-old sister. I was changing diapers at 11! I know the importance of providing a safe and fun environment for kids. I respect parents decisions on...
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Jenny B.

Experienced, Nature-Loving Sitter

Brunswick, ME

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I have been an Early Childhood Educator for the past eight years teaching in a PreK classroom. I love to use nature and art as a learning tool and believe that patience and understanding is key when working with young children. I am available for part time summer care June-August. Please reach out with any questions!...
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Jane E.

Part-time And Full-time Cargiver

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Jane. I am 25 years old. I recently moved to Portland to pursue a masters in occupational therapy. I am currently working at a school for children with autism spectrum disorder. I started babysitting in high school and have worked in afterschool programs and nannying positions ever since. I am working or in...

Modupe C. says "Jane is absolutely (without question) an amazing help to our family. She has to go back to College this Fall but I would hire again in a heart-beat. If...

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Sophia K.

Bubbly, Energetic, And Crafty Nanny!

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Sophia, and I'm a 26-year-old nanny based in Portland. With six years of experience working with children, I've had the pleasure of being a part of a wonderful family for the past three years. I'm now looking for weekend babysitting opportunities to continue doing what I love-working with kids! I'm passionate...

Sarah O. says "Sophia was so wonderful all around. She was very flexible when we decided not to send our children to summer camp, she helped us out and watched them for...

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Asya V.

South Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as very introspective, positive and understanding. I like working with kids because it gives me a profound sense of presence and increases my own imagination and creativity . I started working with kids when I was in my early 30's. I coached rhythmic gymnastics for a school and also was a babysitter...

Care Member says "Asya is fenomenal with children all ages. She has shown competence and reliability when we’ve hired her. She takes the time and dedication to each kid....

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Jillian J.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Falmouth, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "Jill has been amazing watching our two daughters (ages 2 and 3). We love having her help!"

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Emily G.

Nanny/Babysitter

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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...

Brittany S. says "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...

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Molly R.

Looking For Position For School Year 2020-21

Portland, ME

4.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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...
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Devon S.

Seeking Full-time Summer Care Position!

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have over 13 years of babysitting and nannying experience with families from only children to 4 children, from infants to elementary ages. I am looking for part time summer work while I have a pause in between years 1 and 2 of my MSW program. I have a wide range of experience with children with behavioral and mental health...

Samantha S. says "We hired Devon for a one time sit. She arrived on time and kept great communication beforehand. Devon does so much and on top of it all, she is a...

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Charlotte H.

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm currently looking for another family to fill out my week. I spend my Mondays with two boys under two. I'm open to any supplemental work: a weekly schedule (Tues-Fri), weekday night care, and all-day or nightly weekend care. I'm very flexible and readily available! I started being a mother's aide and babysitter at 13 years...

Andrew K. says "Charlotte is a highly capable and dependable nanny who provided outstanding care for my son over the course of a year. She was always punctual, caring,...

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Kathryn M.

Experienced Part-time Caregiver Available

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Kimberly D. says "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...

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Caroline S.

Part-Time Caregiver

Cumberland Foreside, ME

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Caroline, originally from Cumberland and now living in Portland. I graduated from the College of William and Mary in 2022 with an Economics degree and Psychology minor. I have extensive experience with young children (especially ages 1-3) from nannying throughout college. Currently working a 9-5 in Falmouth, I'm...

Blair S. says "We have loved having Caroline working with our family. I would recommend her to anyone as I fully trust her with our children. She uses caution during the...

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Katie D.

Experienced Nanny Looking For A Part Time Position

Westbrook, ME

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a professional nanny with 15+ years of experience serving many families in the Greater Portland Area. I have cared for children of all ages, birth-13yrs. Aside from my experience as a nanny, I am a mom to two girls ages 17 & 14. From 2014 to 2020, I taught as a Certified Music Together Teacher for Music Together of...

Michelle S. says "I cannot recommend Katie highly enough! My husband and I were in Portland for a conference and Katie babysat for us while we both worked. She was so...

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  • 60 part time babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $10.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in Harpswell, ME

Part Time Babysitters in Harpswell, ME are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed part time babysitters

Taylor L.

Taylor has such a sweet, kind personality. Always extremely patient with my children. She can handle all 3 of them at once! Amazing!

- Kendra B.

Jane E.

Jane is absolutely (without question) an amazing help to our family. She has to go back to College this Fall but I would hire again in a...

- Modupe C.

Sophia K.

Sophia was so wonderful all around. She was very flexible when we decided not to send our children to summer camp, she helped us out and...

- Sarah O.

FAQs for finding a part time babysitter near you in Harpswell, ME

You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in Harpswell, 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.

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 Harpswell, 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 babysitters are paid near you in Harpswell, 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 Harpswell, ME is $10.00.

If you’re looking for a part-time babysitter near you in Harpswell, ME, you can use Care.com to make your search easier. You can review the profiles of different part-time babysitters until you find one who has the experience you’re looking for and whose rates align with your budget.

Part-time babysitters near you in Harpswell, 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.

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