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Chelsey A.

Part Time Nanny/babysitter

North Yarmouth, ME

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
I am an extremely dependable and passionate baby sitter. I currently hold a full time job as a special educator working with children with developmental disabilities, nanny for a family 3 days a week, and work part time job at a brewery. I have the most experience working with children ages two to six but have been around...
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Molli A.

Teacher Turned SAHM

Brunswick, ME

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
After teaching elementary school for 9 years, I opted to be home full time with my now 3 children. I am available for part time childcare, tutoring, and/or household management.
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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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Kashuhah R.

Experienced Nanny Available At All Times.

Brunswick, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have over 15 years experience caring for children of all ages, including newborns. Overseeing their daily care and activities as well as ensuring their safety. I've worked as an in-home nanny and also cared for children as an after-school caregiver. Many of these positions lasted for over a year and others were part time....
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Susannah J.

Part-time Caregiver

Cumberland Center, ME

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Susannah and I have been in childcare for as long as I can remember! I started as a date night sitter and slowly started taking on nannying responsibilities as I entered high school. After that I started working in childcare centers & absolutely fell in love with working with kids! I ran my own classroom on and off...

Care Member says "Susannah worked with our family for one year, supporting after-school care and household management needs. She is absolutely wonderful with our...

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Kathryn M.

Experienced Part-time Caregiver Available

Portland, ME

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

Part-time Caregiver

South Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Since high school I have regularly cared for children between the ages of 10 months and 10 years. In college, I volunteered weekly in an aftercare program and a special education classroom for elementary-aged kids, as well as taught therapeutic techniques to 6th graders. I have experience working with special needs and d/Deaf or...

Audra F. says "Bridget was punctual and did a great job with our 14-month-old son on our date night. She was in great communication when needed. We will definitely hire...

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Haley A.

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Nice to meet you! My name is Haley, I am a junior at the University of Southern Maine studying Psychology. I am 20 years old. I enjoy swimming, hiking, reading, and cooking. Most of my time is spent studying, but otherwise, I am working my part-time job as a server or spending time with friends. I grew up babysitting my cousins,...

Care Member says "Haley has cared for our baby girl since she was 3 months old. She treated her like her own and did an amazing job bonding and interacting with her. She...

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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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Emily G.

Nanny/Babysitter

Portland, ME

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

Full-Time And Part-Time Nanny Available!

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello! My name is Louissa! (Currently looking for Part-Time care during the school year and Full-Time care during the Summer.) I have a wide range of childcare experience that I would love to chat with you about! I have worked at day centers, daycares, and in the school setting for about 10 years! I am currently working as a...

Alyse T. says "Louissa is great! We hired Louissa to watch our one year old daughter during the summer and it was a perfect match. My daughter took to Louissa quickly....

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Samantha G.

Experienced Nanny Looking For Part-time Work!

Lewiston, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, Friends! I am Sam! I have been working with children for the last 15+ years! I finished a degree at CMCC with a focus in education and psychology. My eventual educational goal is a Master in Behavioral Sciences. I recently became a foster parent with my partner of 12 years, Anthony. We have a 2yr old daughter and soon...

Care Member says "She tutored my daughter for about six to study for her SATs. She is such a wonderful person and so smart! She always went above and beyond for my...

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Hope L.

College Student & Part Time Nanny Available

Portland, ME

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a 28-year-old Art Director looking to get back into babysitting on the side! Before finding my career, I nannied in New York City for 6 months, and off and on for 5 years while I was in college in Boston. I have lots of experience with children under 5, and I love spending time with older kids too. I love getting creative...
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Gentille R.

Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter Available

Westbrook, ME

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 27 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Kara W. says "Gentille was our nanny for 3 months when our kids were 1 and 3. She is amazing! She is warm, caring, reliable, and maintains her sense of humor even when...

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Katie D.

Experienced Nanny Looking For A Part Time Position

Westbrook, ME

5.0(1)
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$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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Alexis G.

Part-time Babysitter

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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...

Care Member says "My Care.com subscription is about to expire and my final act on the platform is to sing the praises of this INCREDIBLE human. Please prepare for an...

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Virginia C.

Part-Time Nanny

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Taking care of littles is really my passion. As I age, I want fewer hours bu definitely want to keep my hat in the ring. I have a masters in Early Child Development from Bank Street College in NYC. I've worked in day cares, nursery schools and in therapeutic settings, I've been a nanny for 16 years, primarily with the birth to...

Megan N. says "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...

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Shelby S.

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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.

Sara M. says "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...

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Kylie N.

Part-time Babysitter/Nanny

Lisbon Falls, ME

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
I am currently living in the Market Common area and am looking for afternoon hours. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old, originally from VT. I have babysat for many families over the years with multiple kids of all ages. I also have experience in house sitting. I have always loved kids and hope to have some of my...

Jess N. says "Truly a baby whisperer- she created such a serene and nurturing experience for our newborn daughter and has become our oldest daughter’s favorite sitter! "

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Alexyss J.

Proud Nanny!

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$34/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello there! My name is Alexyss and I am seeking a part time nanny position! I am flexible with scheduling. For the right fit I am willing to work more hours and cater to the needs of the family. I have a special connection with children, elderly people, animals, children and adults with special needs. Long story short I am a...

Adria K. says "Alexyss came to our family when our daughter was 18 months old and helped all of us navigate the tender transition into childcare. She was so patient with...

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  • 60 part time child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated part time child care is 5.0

Recent part time child care reviews from local parents in Freeport, ME

Part Time Child Care in Freeport, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed part time child care

Susannah J.

Susannah worked with our family for one year, supporting after-school care and household management needs. She is absolutely wonderful with...

- Care member

Kathryn M.

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...

- Kimberly D.

Bridget C.

Bridget was punctual and did a great job with our 14-month-old son on our date night. She was in great communication when needed. We will...

- Audra F.

FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Freeport, ME

Every caregiver on Care.com chooses their own hourly rate and because of this, part time child care rates can vary based on factors like how experienced the caregiver is, where you live, and how many children require care. That being said, the average hourly rate for part time child care providers near you in ME is $26.00.

To safely hire part time child care near you in Freeport, ME, there are a few steps we strongly recommend you take to learn more about the candidates you are considering hiring. To start, you can run a private background check. You can also interview candidates and can request references from former employers. While we do request that all Care.com part time child care providers complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (all part time child care providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run), we do recommend doing your own due diligence.

The neat part about Care.com, is you can review many different caregiver profiles until you find a part time child care provider near you in Freeport, ME who can meet your family’s needs. Each caregiver lists the responsibilities they feel comfortable helping with on their Care.com profile and you can conduct interviews to learn more about the exact responsibilities they can help you out with.

When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in Freeport, ME, you can ask them about their work experience, can inquire as to what caregiving responsibilities they can help with, and can ask them how they would handle certain situations. For example, if your child struggles with homework time, you can ask them how they would handle situations like your child refusing to do their homework.

You can interview a few different child care providers until you find one who can provide you with the part time child care you need for however many hours you require. You can set the hours and can find someone whose schedules line up with yours. There are 3 part time child care providers near you in Freeport, ME who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.

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