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60 part time babysitters are listed in South Portland, ME
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby part time babysitters is 5 years
Part time babysitters in South Portland, ME
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Caring and attentive, wishing we still lived in the same state!"
Kortnie U.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alayah, I am 20 years old, and a graduate of Scarborough High School. I have 3 younger siblings and 7 younger cousins so I have been babysitting for about the last 6 years of my life officially but my entire life unofficially. I am available for full time/part time nannying (varies by case), date nights, special...
Alayah can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Phenomenal! We have three active kids from 20months to 7 years old and somehow Alayah was able to entertain and satisfy all three and incredibly she got them all to bed on time without any hiccups! Would definitely recommend!"
Courtney M.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
I was born into a large family of eight children and started taking care of my siblings when I was 8 years old (It's usual/normal in my culture for elder siblings to help care for their younger siblings). Taking care of them was a part of my daily routine when I was not in school until I left for college; moreover, I am their...
Gentille can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gentille was wonderful. She was very warm and jumped right in with the my three kids. She helped with making dinner for the kids and even managed to clean up, which is no small task! The kids were all sound asleep when we got home and all had great things to say...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Sabrina. I am a 2021 graduate of Southern New Hampshire University with a bachelors in Psychology and am now a graduate student at UNE online. I have about six years of professional nannying experience between multiple families and kids, aged newborn to 15. I absolutely love the families I have met through...
Sabrina can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sabrina is really dependable and great with kids. Engaging and always responsive when it comes to last minute child care, very on top of answering messages."
Gracelyn G.
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & 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
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am the mother of 4 wonderful kids, ages 25-32 and grandmother to 3 adorable and active boys ages 1-11 years old! I moved to Maine three years ago. Before that I had an in home child care in which I cared for infants to 3 or 4 years old for several years. I prefer to take care of infants to 2 years old. I am a nurturer by...
Donna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Donna is a very loving, genuine, and trustworthy child care provider! I always felt very comfortable leaving my kids with her, and she was very flexible to my specific needs. I would highly recommend her!"
Sherene W.
Hi! My name is Ali! I grew up with a handful of siblings, so I started babysitting at a young age. I was a mother's helper for a sweet 1-year-old girl. As I got older, I began to volunteer in an elementary school in both a first grade classroom and a self-contained autism classroom with some nonverbal students.
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Hi! I am currently a junior studying business at U. I also teach dance classes at a local studio, where I have gained experience working with children aged 2-15. I have prior experience as a babysitter to family members and neighbors, and have also worked as a full time nanny for sixth months for a family with one6-year-old and...
Matilda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Emma S.
Scarborough, ME
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Emma I am an energetic and creative 20-year-old college student at the University of Vermont! I have been babysitting over the past five years and have experience volunteering in an elementary school.
I am looking for a part time position for the summer, in the Burlington area. I have a passion for working with...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Emma F.
Scarborough, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Babysitter Available For Daytime Or Date Nights
I am a fourth year medical student and just finished my clinical rotations. Looking to build my travel fund during my time off before graduation and starting pediatrics residency!
I have had experience nannying/babysitting since I was 14 and can provide references if needed. I have taken care of newborns - 12-year-old kiddos...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm Kathleen! I have been a registered nurse for almost 5 years now. I am currently a school nurse, so I am looking for some part time work for the summer from mid June-August. I am BLS certified. I am comfortable with children of all ages. In college, I worked as a counselor at an outdoor summer camp. I would love to help you...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jessica S.
Westbrook, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Educator Seeking Part-Time Sitter/Tutoring Position
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Child care is a passion of mine because it brings out the child in me; being around children never ceases to raise my spirits and put a smile on my face. I have over a decade of paid experience in child care, from teaching middle and high school in Maine and New York, to working as a nanny for younger children. I teach English...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 4th-grade classroom teacher. I graduated last year with a major in Elementary Education and a minor in Special Education.
I love working with children and animals!
My schedule varies depending on the time of year due to teaching.
I hope to hear from you soon, thank you!
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
A few years ago I cared for elderly women with dementia. I was in charge of helping make meals, take meds, & perform typical daily activities. This helped me become more tolerant of different circumstances & increase my level of patience. I traveled to Costa Rica in January 2016 to work at a local orphanage that housed children...
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
I am a 24-year-old single mother of a 2 1/2-year-old little girl. I am currently a Relationship Banker and I've worked in the customer service industry for the past 9 years. I'm looking for either full time or part time babysitting. I'm very energetic, caring, professional, and attentive. I love spending time doing activities...
Taryn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ainsley C.
Gorham, ME
$18-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I have experience babysitting kids of all ages and am available to do cooking, housework, laundry, etc! I also have experience with teaching/tutoring as I work part time with Gorham Adult Ed during the school year. Personally, I am very organized, optimistic, and am overall looking to provide your kids with a safe and...
Ainsley can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Madison, and I am a University of Southern Maine graduate. I am looking for a full-time or part-time nanny position. In the past I have been a full-time nanny for two children ages 2 and 5 and a babysitter for my cousins since they were newborns. I have a strong background in theater, so I enjoy incorporating...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
I would be happy to provide childcare per the schedule you have outlined. I love children of all ages, especially the early childhood developmental stages. I've had the opportunity to work with children, a variety of ages and needs, including special needs. The last 15 years I've worked in the disability insurance field. I'm...
Hello! I am a kindergarten teacher that is looking for summer employment. I have experience working with children of all ages. I have spent most of my career in child care and education working with early childhood ages. I am very creative, love coming up with fun activities for children and love being able to get outside and...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have always loved working with children and have great fun doing it! I have worked as a nanny for a 7-year-old girl, coached for the Squaw Valley Ski Team where I was in charge of 12 (6-10 year old's), as well as taught pottery and dance lessons for VSA Vermont. I have years of experience babysitting and am comfortable...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in South Portland, ME
Margaret U.
5.0
Caring and attentive, wishing we still lived in the same state!
- Kortnie U.
Alayah S.
5.0
Phenomenal! We have three active kids from 20months to 7 years old and somehow Alayah was able to entertain and satisfy all three and incredibly she got them all to bed on time without any hiccups! Would definitely recommend!
- Courtney M.
Gentille R.
5.0
Gentille was wonderful. She was very warm and jumped right in with the my three kids. She helped with making dinner for the kids and even managed to clean up, which is no small task! The kids were all sound asleep when we got home and all had great things to say about her in the morning. They would...
- Care member
Sabrina J.
5.0
Sabrina is really dependable and great with kids. Engaging and always responsive when it comes to last minute child care, very on top of answering messages.
- Gracelyn G.
Jillian J.
5.0
Jill has been amazing watching our two daughters (ages 2 and 3). We love having her help!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a part time babysitter near you in South Portland, ME
Are part-time babysitters near me in South Portland, ME safe to hire?
You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in South Portland, 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 South Portland, 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 South Portland, 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 South Portland, ME?
How much babysitters are paid near you in South Portland, 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 South Portland, ME is $17.75.
How can I find a part-time babysitter near me in South Portland, ME?
If you’re looking for a part-time babysitter near you in South Portland, 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.
What types of services do part-time babysitters offer near me in South Portland, ME?
Part-time babysitters near you in South Portland, 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.