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(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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Amelia was 15 minutes early! My daughter just loved her."
Andrea A.
5.0
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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.
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Kendra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gabrielle was wonderful with our 5 month old! She was responsible, on time and followed the plan for the day. She was very sweet and gentle with our infant. I would recommend!"
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5.0
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Hi there! My name is Emily and I am an Ed Tech 3 in special education at an elementary school in Auburn, Maine. I have been working as a part time nanny since last fall.
About me: I have one wonderful son who is almost 14 and in the 8th grade this year!
I recently got married in June to my best friend in a beautiful small town...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Emily is a wonderful caregiver with so much to offer! I hired her to pick up my 6 year old from the bus and hang with her after school to help support my work schedule. She is super reliable, punctual and respectful and always went above and beyond to make sure my...
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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Maddy J.
Portland, ME
$22-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 22-year-old recent graduate of James Madison University and am a friendly, fun-loving, responsible person who loves being around children. I have served as a private nanny throughout summers and part-time throughout the school year for the past four years (ages 18 months-7 years), worked in a daycare (9 months-3 years...
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"Madeline was great with my 19 month old son. She followed his lead and was engaging with him. I would hire her again."
Martha J.
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:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Great caregiver! I definitely recommend her."
Jennifer W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Bryn! I have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Maine. I have worked at daycares since I was a Junior in HS. I have experience caring for multiple children at a time ranging from newborns to early teens. I had a part-time job at UMaine's Children's Center for 3 years, and...
Bryndan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lovely! Hired her for my 8 month old twins while we attended a wedding. She jumped right in, quietly managed their care, and was punctual, polite, and professional!"
Stephen G.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Summer W.
Phippsburg, ME
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mature Nanny; Also Offering Back Up, Sick Child, Short Notice Care
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello
I am a mature mother of 2 adult children, residing in Phippsburg with my husband, & 2 kitties. My children are ages 28 and 25. Before starting my own family, I nannied for one family for 5 years, in CT. For the past 15 years I have owned and operated a housecleaning business in Midcoast Maine. I continue to work the...
Summer can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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"Summer is such a wonderful person!! She's kind, thoughtful, trustworthy and everything you'd want in a caregiver. I not only found a babysitter for my son but also a friend! She and my son had a blast on their adventures together. They went on a boat tour and saw...
Alicia B.
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.
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"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.
5.0
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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: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, 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
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have had experience, paid and non-paid, working with children ranging from newborn to the age of 15. Some of my responsibilities have included transporting children to and from school, homework help, meal preparation, changing diapers, light housekeeping, and any other general care needed. A little about myself: I attended...
Kristina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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"My daughter really likes spending time with Kristina!"
Joyce N.
5.0
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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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
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"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
(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: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
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"Megan is a dependable responsible and loving caregiver. She has taken care of my son on multiple occasions from 3 months to his present age of 18 months. On each occasion Megan has displayed nothing but professionalism when working with my son. Not only can I trust...
Rachael D.
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
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"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
(1)
Thank you for looking at my profile! I am a 36-year-old woman in Gray Maine. I'm taking on limited part time nanny and tutoring hours as I transitioned from a 10+ year career in the nonprofit sector to full time graduate studies in Social Work. I hold a M. Ed. in Secondary English Ed including coursework in child development....
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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"Rebecca is amazing. She's punctual, professional, respects boundaries and rules, while ensuring safety She watched our children a few times, made meals, cleaned, took care of our pets, and has a very friendly, helpful, and compassionate demeanor. She's excellent...
Sarah N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Hannah, and I'm looking for a wonderful family to take care of. I'm on my way to becoming a Elementary Educator, after receiving my Bachelors Degree in Theater Education: Acting at Emerson College in 2016. For the last 5 years I've worked as an International Employee Manager, coordinating large groups of international...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Hannah is great! Really nice girl, kids love her. We were in town for the week and Hannah watched the kids several times. Will definitely call her again next time we are around."
Kim 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, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Virginia for our two young children (2.5 year old and 2 month old), while we were in town for a wedding. She was very responsive to text messages to coordinate details for the evening and also throughout the night, while we were gone. She took excellent...
Nicole M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 27-year-old female with many years experience as a care taker for all kinds of individuals. Everyday I push myself to be as patient and creative as possible with the people I am working with. Currently, I am working as a nanny to two boys (6 and 8). I have been working with them since my move to Maine two years ago. I...
Colleen can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Colleen has been our part time nanny for the past three years. She takes excellent care of our two sons, ages 6 and 8. I find her to be consistently pleasant, responsible and dependable.
From the kids' point of view, she is playful and their favorite "play...
Setareh R.
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Most recent reviews for part time child care in Freeport, ME
Amelia C.
5.0
Amelia is wonderful! My husband and I were able to have time to snowboard together on our recent mountain vacation. It was good to know our two boys (4 and 2) were in great hands so that we could have a great time and enjoy ourselves. I loved knowing that they were having fun, playing outside as...
- Taylor H.
Kendra S.
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!
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Gabrielle M.
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!
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Emily W.
5.0
Emily is a wonderful caregiver with so much to offer! I hired her to pick up my 6 year old from the bus and hang with her after school to help support my work schedule. She is super reliable, punctual and respectful and always went above and beyond to make sure my girl had fun even in the short...
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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.
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How much does it cost to hire part time child care near me 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 $22.50.
How can I safely find part time child care near me in Freeport, ME?
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What types of part time child care services are available near me in Freeport, ME?
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.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for part time child care near me in Freeport, ME?
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.
How many hours a week can I hire part time child care near me in Freeport, ME?
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 2 part time child care providers near you in Freeport, ME who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.