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Hello! My name is Finn (he/him/his) and I am from Scarborough, Maine. I am 19 years old and currently attend the University of Pittsburgh to study Industrial Engineering. I babysat throughout my teenage years and worked a summer at Camp Ketcha as a counselor. I love working with kids and sharing fun experiences. I am enthused to...
Fintan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience. I am willing to work with up to 4 kids depending on age. I love babysitting and I am comfortable with dogs! I have worked with all ages so I am very comfortable with any age! I go to Merrimack College in Massachusetts so I am unavailable for most of the winter until May, but please reach out if you...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I currently live and work in Portland and look forward to working with your family! I worked at the camp of Southern Maine in childcare (summer camp and daycare) with toddlers and school-aged children for four years, as well as intermittent babysitting and nannying for families with various child dynamics. I have cared...
Eilish can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eilish is amazing! She was the first sitter we had since COVID, and she handled our older child's nervousness with ease. In a few short minutes, they were playing games in complete comfort. Eilish is punctual, responsible, communicative, and so so sweet - basically...
Caitlin M.
Katie R.
South Portland, ME
$19-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Lawyer By Day And Highly Experienced Babysitter/nanny For Infants/toddlers At Night And On Weekends
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Highly experienced in infants/toddlers. I work as an Attorney during the day. I am available nights and weekends!
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie is wonderful! She is a great communicator, always punctual and considerate. We hired her to care for our 4-6 month old baby for a few hours a week on an ongoing basis. She was very playful and caring and remained calm even when the baby was crying. We will...
Christopher D.
Jada W.
Portland, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter With 21 Years Experience Looking For New Families To Work With!
4.9
(40)
Hired by 65 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have 21 years of experience caring for children in center based environments (ages 6 weeks-5 years), individually as a nanny (several of those years have been spent as an infant/toddler nanny), through evening and weekend babysitting jobs with children ages 2 weeks-17 years, doing overnights with various ages, doing...
Jada can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very attentive and flexible. My nine year old felt very comfortable and requested we hire her again!"
Audrey S.
Maria B.
Portland, ME
$22-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Your Weekend Mary Poppins. Creative And Fun Occasional Sitter
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Maria and I'm a former full-time nanny, STEAM Specialist, and Inspired Play Director with 10+ years of experience caring for children ages 0-10. I transitioned from full-time nanny to full-time writer in 2022 and work a 9-5 M-F, but love to keep weekend and evening availability for occasional babysitting. If you're...
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maria is a wonderful sitter and we consider her apart of our extended family. My kids love making crafts and seeing what fun she'll bring with her when she comes over. She always is there when we need her and brings along a positive atmosphere that is amazing. We...
Beth C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there,
Employed Art teacher looking to help with nannying or cleaning during vacations, nights or weekends :)
I am comfortable working with most ages. I love being active with children including outdoor adventures or crafts.
I look forward to hearing from you.
5.0
"Kelly is wonderful. She babysat for our 6yo and 8yo for a summer. She is calm and kind, punctual and reliable."
Charlotte Bradley R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experienced babysitter available for date nights and weekends!
Hi, I am happy, honest, active and punctual. But if I were to define myself in one word it would be responsible. I recognize the responsibility of taking care of children. I know they need attention, care and patience. Each family has its own way of raising their...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mariana became a member of our family very quickly. She provided incredible care for our 8 month old baby as a full time nanny. Mariana is smart, confident, and loving. Our baby accomplished multiple growth milestones under Mariana's care. She was always...
Lindsey T.
Delaney P.
Portland, ME
$28-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I started nannying in 2012 and have babysat since 2009. I have copious experience in childcare of all ages (new borns to late teens), including nannying, occasional date night sitting, working as a teacher's assistant in a day care. I thoroughly enjoy spending time with the little ones and teaching them how to grow their...
Delaney can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Delaney is a delight! She watched our active toddler for 5 hours a day this summer, and was full of energy and able to keep him occupied (no small feat) all summer long. She responds well to communication, and is prompt. We like her quite a bit, and highly...
Marianne B.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional nanny with extensive experience caring for children of all ages. I have worked in the childcare field for about nine years. I have cared for infants as young as 2 months old and teenagers up to 15 years old, including many ages in between. I have learned so much about caring for children during my multiple...
Marika can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marika helped care for our two children during spring 2020. She was reliable and provided excellent childcare. She patiently comforted our infant and engaged our pre-schooler with imaginative play,"
Diana Z.
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:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Daiane L, and I'm available evenings and weekends.
I'm a very energetic and genuinely happy person who loves to play and keep the kids busy doing things such as going to the playground, reading books, making projects with art and crafts ( I do love it!), helping with homework, and much more.
Daiane can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
I have a partial degree in early child development with a bachelors in Social and Behavioral Science! Over 15 years of child care experience working with ages 6 weeks to 18 years old. I was a pre-school teacher for six years at one point. I'm just looking for something part time evening and weekends! I currently have a full time...
Anastasia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Natalie, and I am a graduate of Ursinus College. I am currently a full-time law student in Portland so I am not looking for full-time as I am in school most of the week. Additionally, I am currently working on a reoccurring basis with one family so am not able to take on any other reoccurring jobs at this time....
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am presently looking for families for date nights evenings and weekends, and summer care.
I presently work as a school social worker for an elementary school in Portland. My experience includes working for a family of three in Maine, with children ages 2, 5, and 7 as well as a family who I started with when their baby...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
I have been caring for children since I was a little girl (my little brother is 10 years younger than me, and I have lots of little cousins!), and have been a paid babysitter since middle school. I have experience with children of all ages, ranging from a date-night sitter to after-school care to a driver/companion for...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Hi! My name is Attiya! I am a career nanny with the overall goal of supporting families and alleviating the stress often associated with day to day life! I have over 8 years of nanny and childcare experience, which includes being a Sunday school teacher, household management. I have an undergrad degree in Psychology with an...
Attiya can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ellen P.
Portland, ME
$20/hr • 11 yrs exp
Hi there!
I'm Ellie, I'm 27 years old and I currently live in Portland, Maine. I have been in the childcare field for 10 years now starting at a daycare center then moving on to special needs children and finally moving to nannying.
I currently nanny two girls ( ages 4 months and 2. 5 years) I have been with them since the...
Ellen can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Katie. I'm here to make a night out even more enjoyable. I maintain the routine of a school night, make dinner, help with homework, ensure a smooth bedtime, and then tidy up the house. I'm a mom of two teenagers, I was a teacher for 13 years, and before I became a mom I was a nanny for various needs. I've been a live-in...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there, I'm Cela (they/them/theirs)! I work as a BHP with Casa for kids with disabilities in the Portland public schools! I have previously had 2 years of experience working as a co-teacher in an Infant and Toddler room. I have worked with kids through practicums, internships, teacher aid, taught English, etc, for 5 years...
Celestyna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Scarborough, ME
Eilish C.
5.0
Eilish is amazing! She was the first sitter we had since COVID, and she handled our older child's nervousness with ease. In a few short minutes, they were playing games in complete comfort. Eilish is punctual, responsible, communicative, and so so sweet - basically everything a parent could want in...
- Caitlin M.
Katie R.
5.0
Katie is wonderful! She is a great communicator, always punctual and considerate. We hired her to care for our 4-6 month old baby for a few hours a week on an ongoing basis. She was very playful and caring and remained calm even when the baby was crying. We will continue to hire Katie!
- Christopher D.
Jada W.
5.0
Jada has been incredible with my now 11 year old son, we've been with her for nearly two years. My son has ADHD and anxiety, and at times can struggle with self-regulation. Jada is very patient and has connected with him when he at times can have trouble connecting with people. She is incredibly...
- Kristina P.
Maria B.
5.0
Maria is great. We love her enthusiasm and how well she handles our children and pets. She knows a lot about children and sometimes we go to her for advice since we are new parents. We have twin 2 year olds and Maria watched them from time to time when they were 3-18 months old. We have moved out of...
- Jenny C.
Kelly F.
5.0
Kelly is wonderful. She babysat for our 6yo and 8yo for a summer. She is calm and kind, punctual and reliable.
- Charlotte Bradley R.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Scarborough, ME
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Scarborough, ME?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Scarborough, ME, you can search through 2 weekend nanny profiles to learn more about their hourly rates and to check out reviews from families who worked with them in the past.
How much does it cost to hire a weekend nanny near me in Scarborough, ME?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Scarborough, ME depends on a few factors. To start, it will cost much more to hire a nanny for a whole weekend than to hire one for a few hours, so it can be helpful to plan your budget around how much care you need for a weekend—especially if you want them to spend the night. Rates can vary due to factors like their years of experience and where you live, but typically weekend nanny rates near you are $21.50 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Scarborough, ME?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Scarborough, ME, about their availability to make sure they can work the hours you need. Then, it’s a good idea to ask about their experience and how they would handle certain situations—such as resolving a fight between siblings. It can also be a good idea to ask them if they have any references you can contact.
What types of responsibilities do weekend nannies near me in Scarborough, ME take on?
When you hire a nanny on weekends, you can ask them to tackle a variety of different responsibilities. Alongside taking care of your children, they may be willing to help with cooking or light housework (like doing the kids’ laundry). Asking what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on is another great topic to bring up in an interview. You can review 2 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Scarborough, ME to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Scarborough, ME?
All weekend nannies near you in Scarborough, ME found on Care.com are asked to complete a CareCheck, which is an annual background check. Their profile will have a badge on it that states if they completed this background check and when they completed it. However, we strongly advise you take your own steps to safely hire a weekend nanny, such as doing your own independent background check and requesting references from other families they worked with.