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Elena L. - Seeking Work in Portland

Nanny Elena

Portland, ME
$35/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Naila W. - Seeking Work in Portland

Nanny Naila

Portland, ME
$30/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am am experienced childcare provider looking for a live-in nanny position. I have worked in different settings with different age groups of children. Upon arriving in Portland, Maine in the year 2000, I worked as an in home support to a family with toddler triplets, two of whom were severely disabled.

I thoroughly enjoy being a part of children's lives, discovering creative and fun experiences for them. I have taught kindergarten and worked in elementary schools for 14 years. For the past 2 years, I have worked with middle school aged children. I am a mother of a young adult, recently turned 18 years old.

I look forward to the opportunity to see if I am a compatible fit for your family.

Thank you.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Caroline M. - Seeking Work in Portland

Nanny Caroline

Portland, ME
$20/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am currently a CNA at maine med and have many years of babysitting experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Paige A. - Seeking Work in Portland

Nanny Paige

Portland, ME
$17/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Paige Alexander, and I’m a rising junior at Waynflete School in Portland, Maine. I have two older sisters, one of whom has special needs, and I’ve grown up helping care for her by cooking, cleaning, and supporting her daily.

I’ve always loved being in the kitchen — cooking and baking for my family and friends is one of my favorite ways to spend time. I also take pride in keeping things tidy and organized.

I’m super enthusiastic about working with kids and have been volunteering at my local elementary school for the past two years as a classroom helper for students in grades K–5. It’s something I really enjoy, and it’s taught me a lot about patience, responsibility, and creating positive connections with children.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Luh C. - Seeking Work in Portland

Nanny Luh

Portland, ME
$20/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m Lucy, I’m from Argentina and I’m very fluent at English. I’ve been enjoying so much doing childcare and I would love to keep doing it. I’m very outgoing and I always propose new and fun things to do.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Susan S. - Seeking Work in Portland

Nanny Susan

Portland, ME
$27/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

My Name is Susan, I am a mother to a 10 years old girl. I have worked at a daycare for a year, and now I am working as a case manager. I love kids and I love spending time with them. I know that I can make a great Nanny to a family!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Katerina L. - Seeking Work in Portland

Nanny Katerina

Portland, ME
$18/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Katie! I have multiple years of working with children 4-9 years old. I worked at an after school program for children ran by Falmouth community programs. I am energetic and a compassionate person.

Certification

CPR
Lydia C. - Seeking Work in Portland

Nanny Lydia

Portland, ME
$15/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I love kids and have been babysitting and nannying for 10+ years for children of all ages. I would love to find a new family to become a part of, ideally full time or almost full time, but I'm open to part time as well.
I have a BA in Psychology and a minor in Music, and I have formal experience as a tutor in addition to as a nanny. I also speak a little French.
As a person I love reading, music, nature, goofiness and playfulness, going on adventures, and using a vivid sense of imagination, and I try to share that love with the children I nanny.

Have experience working with

Infants
Victoria H. - Seeking Work in Portland

Nanny Victoria

Portland, ME
$22 - $26/hr
Full-time
Part-time
7 years experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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"Tamar is great with kids! She worked in our camp with our 3 year olds. They adored her. She was able to comfort them when they needed and also knows how to have fun with them. She really made sure all of their needs were taken care of."
- Simone
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"Analu, was very patient with my son. She always played and cared a lot. My son suffers from asthma and she always remembered to carry the inhalator whenever they go to the park. She was very responsible, always trying to teach good manners, and looking forward for play time. I recomend her very much. My son and my family loves her."
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What’s the average cost of a child care provider in Portland, ME?

The average cost of a child care provider in Portland, ME is $22.62 per hour. Most Portland families on Nanny Lane pay $20.00 to $25.50/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find Affordable Child Care in Portland, ME

Nanny Lane is a child care website to help you find child care near your area in Portland Portland. Our child care services include background checks, a dedicated hiring agent, and payroll.

Understand the Different Types of Child Care in Portland, ME

If you’re looking for affordable child care, you should explore the different types of care and how they compare to each other. What are the differences between a solo nanny and a nanny share? What about a nanny share vs. daycare? Or nanny share vs. nursery school? Or a solo nanny vs. an au pair? What is a nanny share?

There are lots of options to find affordable child care that works best for your family, and Nanny Lane’s child care services is here to help along the way.

Explore the Costs of Different Child Care Options

There are various types of child care (solo nanny, nanny share, etc), with different levels of costs. For how much to pay a nanny, key factors that determine cost are experience, the number of children, where you live, and much more. In addition, during the hiring process, you should be considerate of how to handle expenses (e.g. gas, food, etc.).

If you choose a nanny as the best child care option for your family, there are ways to save on nanny costs like an afterschool co-op or having relatives who live close offer child care support on certain days.

Alternatively, you can split the costs of a nanny. There are lots of different nanny share setups that highlight how to make nanny shares even if the kids are different ages. With a nanny share, you can find a family first or hire a nanny and consider creating a nanny share. Either way, a nanny share is the most affordable way to employ a nanny.

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