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Brooke D.

Falmouth, ME

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$27/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have 5 years of experience working with children from ages 0-8. I have a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education from University of New Hampshire. Just recently moved to Seattle to start graduate school studying to become a mental health counselor. Looking for a part time, constant nannying gig!
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Nanny For Hire

Gorham, ME

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
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...
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Cape Elizabeth, ME

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$30/hr
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been a nanny since I was 16 years old and have always been the kid magnet in my family so it feels fitting to be circling back for reliable part-time nannying work in my 30s with families who appreciate the extra hands!
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Falmouth, ME

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$28/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
I'd describe my personality as dependable, honest, and energetic. I like working with kids because I enjoy their personalities and perspective on the world. I'm looking for a job that is flexible with some part time college classes, and has the potential to be unique each day. I started working with kids when I was very...
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As Needed Babysitter

Westbrook, ME

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Sarah - I am a 27-year-old registered dietitian who is currently in physician assistant school. I am doing clinical rotations at central Maine medical center this summer and am looking for part time jobs. I am extremely hard working, love being around people and animals, and enjoy the great outdoors! In my...
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Old Orchard Beach, ME

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
Hi! I am looking for a part- time nanny job or recurring babysitting job. I have a passion for kids and I love doing activities that help with their development and growth. I have a background in outdoor and nature-based education. I have been a nanny for the past 4 years and I have 8 years of babysitting experience prior to...
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Creative Part Time Nanny

Scarborough, ME

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
Hi there, my name is Hannah. I'm a 28-year-old first time mama who practices gentle/attachment parenting and strongly believe in these as essential childhood development principles. I've been mostly at home with my daughter for her first year of life. However, before that, I was working as a nanny for 3 children (ages 4, 2, and...
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Westbrook, ME

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Megan and I'm an elementary school teacher, but currently taking a leave to spend time with my daughter. I am looking for something that would be just a few hours a week, preferably after school care or in the morning when my daughter is at school. I'm also looking for part time hour during the summer. Ideally...
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Kind, Loving, Dependable, And Trustworthy!

Scarborough, ME

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$28/hr
17 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
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 field. I'm very loyal,...
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Gorham, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
carpooling
I am a Mom of 3 boys - Ages 15, 10, and 3. I sell insurance, but am only working part-time with my oldest son doing high school virtually and the younger two only going in person on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The ideal situation for me would be if your child could come to my home. We like to spend time outdoors, play games, bake,...
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Full Or Part Time Nanny Available

Westbrook, ME

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...
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College Student Home For Summer Babysitting! Working Another Job But Flexible With Hours!

Gorham, ME

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a college student home for the summer looking for part time babysitting jobs!! I'm comfortable with kids of all ages, have a car for transportation, and am flexible about hours. I'm currently studying astrophysics at university and am open to tutoring as well!
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My name is Sophie

Old Orchard Beach, ME

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Hello. My name is Sophie. I am a 21-year-old senior at the University of New England. (Biddeford campus) I am majoring in social work, and am very passionate about working with children! I have around 8 years of experience in childcare, but being the oldest I have spent most of my life taking care of children. When I am home...
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Scarborough, ME

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$35/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I offer part time nanny and home support for new parents. I am a DONA trained Birth and Postpartum Doula with Casco Bay Birthworks and offer additional Nanny care services as family's need. Safety, comfort and care are my number one priority for the families I serve. I am trained in caring for postpartum parents, newborn/infants...
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Old Orchard Beach, ME

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hey there! My name is Sarah, I'm 27, and I am currently a preschool teacher and BHP at a special needs/developmental preschool. However, due to a multitude of reasons, I'm hoping to branch off into nannying either part time or full time. Over the years I have worked as a babysitter, as a counselor in a youth residential setting,...
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Hi I'm Emma! I Am A Fun Sitter And Looking To Help Create A Memorable Summer!

Cape Elizabeth, ME

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
- Located in Cape Elizabeth, Maine (willing to travel) - Nursing student at Salve (plenty of experience caring for people!) - CPR & BLS certification - 3 years of paid experience (full-time and part-time nanny) - Reliable transportation + clean driving record - Comfortable with all pets - Non-smoker - Experience caring...
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Cape Elizabeth, ME

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$19/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I love working with kids. I am a babysitter now and I would like to have extra part time jobs with kids also because it makes me very happy!
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Open To Part-Time And Or FT

Old Orchard Beach, ME

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi, there! I have a large family, which is where my experience with providing care for newborns-adults began. I nannied for many years and had experience as a live-in position where mine and the single mom's roles reversed sort of, leaving me with them when she worked and vice versa. With that said, that goes for many families I...
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Part-Time Care Giver Available

Scarborough, ME

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...
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Scarborough, ME

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$20/hr
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a senior psychology major with a sociology minor at Stonehill College and currently looking for a part time summer job that is working with children. Last summer I nannied a 1-year-old boy and 3-year-old girl as well as a different family with a 5 and 10-year-old. In the previous summer I nannied three girls including two...
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  • 60 part time child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.92/hr as of November 2025

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

FAQs for finding part time child care near you in South Portland, 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 $18.92.

To safely hire part time child care near you in South Portland, 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 South Portland, 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 South Portland, 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 12 part time child care providers near you in South Portland, ME who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.

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