*UPDATED* November 4, 2026
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TEMPORARY POSITIONS
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PEAKS ISLAND | TEMP NOVEMBER | 35 HOURS/ WEEK | $25-$32/hr
Family on Peaks Island is seeking temporary coverage to start November (or even a couple of days prior) at minimum Nov 2nd- mid Nov, possibly end of November as their daycare spot becomes available at that time. Their son is 5 months old and will need full time care, they also have a 2 y/o son in full time program that doesn’t need care. The nanny would. Take the 9:30am ferry out to Peaks and 3:45 ferry back to Portland and arriving in Portland 4:15 making for a seven hour shift Mon-Friday for 35 hours/week, could consider Mon-Thurs if needed. They pay for parking, ferry tickets, and the time on the ferry and getting to their home which is just a five minute walk from the ferry on Peaks. Care will be all things baby related and being able to take him out on daily island walks. Pay is open. They had a nanny with their first baby, this is a delightful family to work with and connect with. #PeaksTempNovember
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SCARBOROUGH | 45+ HOURS/WEEK | ASAP- DEC 15TH | $25-$35/HR
Family in Scarborough had their first baby in mid August and are seeking temporary care prior to them leaving for Florida in December. Their newborn is pretty easy and chill and they would say the same about their family. They are seeking a nanny experienced with newborns who is warm, nurturing, reliable, attentive, comfortable following the family’s routines and preferences, is a good communicator and willing to collaborate with parents. They would like a nanny that is up to date on major vaccines and willing to be up to date on COVID and Flu as well.
Schedule: Monday-Friday start time is flexible 8/830 or by 8:45am until 6pm for at least 45+ hours/week
Duties: Baby focused care- all daily needs of baby, safe sleep habits, tracking the baby’s activities on Huckleberry app, maintaining baby schedule and routines, tummy time, taking on walks, washing bottles, baby laundry, tidying up
Pets: None
Parents: Both parents work from their home offices, their house is large with plenty of space for nanny and baby
Driving: None
Pay: $25-$35/hr+ Overtime pay for any hours past 40 hours/week
Reference Code: #TempNewbornNannyOct-Dec
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FULL TIME POSITIONS
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YARMOUTH | STARTS ASAP BUT FLEXIBLE | 32.5 HOURS/WEEK | $26-$35/HR
Family in Yarmouth is seeking a full time nanny to them them ASAP but a grandparent is helping out until they find their nanny, ideally for at least 1+ year. They have three boys ages 5,4, and 2.5 years old. The oldest is in school full days and the two youngsters get out of school at noon. Their 5 year old is kind, considerate, a social butterfly who loves playing with others. Their middle son is thoughtful, kind, energetic, introspective and loves to sit, read, and snuggle! Their younger wants to do everything his older brothers do and adores their family dog, doing art, and playing with trucks. Together, they make a rough-and-tumble trio who love playing together, with plenty of room for both snuggle time and big energy. They are an outdoorsy family who love to play with their dog, in their garden, and have plans for a rough-hewn natural playground in the front yard soon. They are raising their children to be brace, smart, kind, and curious. They welcome nannies of any background and upbringing, those with any faith or none, they just ask that the nanny respect their family’s beliefs and values which are consistent with Gospel principles- love everyone, create an environment where creativity thrives, encourage outside time, eat well, minimal screen time, firm boundaries, consistency, ask before they mandate and explain their reasons. Their ideal nanny is warm, energetic, dependable, loves being outside and genuinely enjoys boys (including the muddy, rough and tumble kind!) They should be kind and fun but also firm and consistent, being able to hold firm boundaries calmly. They value good communication and a friendly, collaborative relationship.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 11:30am- 6:00pm for 32.5 hours/week as a minimum. They are open to offering a higher weekly amount of hours if nanny wanted to help with babysitting, school breaks/summer although this is not required.
Duties: Picking up the two youngest from school, playing, reading, crafts, baking, lots of outdoor time (playgrounds, nature walks, picnics, library), keeping nap and meal/snack routines, no screen time, help with boys dinner prep and kids laundry, tidying kid spaces and resetting their spaces, kid related errand, having the boys help with age appropriate chores
Pets: One Bernese mountain dog mix, help feed and let outside
Parents: Both parents sometimes might work from home or sometimes outside of the home. The children are used to this arrangement and it works out well for everyone.
Driving: Yes picking up from school, bringing to activities and outside places, errands- they have a vehicle for the nanny to use.
Open to a nanny bringing a child
Pay: $28-$35/hr
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays + Paid Sick Days + open to tuition or class reimbursement
Reference Code: #Muddy&RoughandTumbleKindOfBoys
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CUMBERLAND FORESIDE | Mid-NOV-JANUARY | 40 HOURS/WEEK | $28-$32/HR
Family in Cumberland Foreside seeking a full time nanny to join their family to care for their recently turned two year old son. They are a family of 4 (one member is their dog!) and are seeking a warm, energetic, and experienced full-time nanny. Their ideal start date isis mid-November, though they have some flexibility. Their son is active and loves spending time outdoors. He is generally reserved but warms up quickly. As a family, they enjoy going to the beach, playing with their dog in the yard, dancing and listening to music, and sharing healthy family meals. They are a screen-free household and ask that their nanny follow the same approach. Above all, they want a nanny who puts their son first. They are looking for someone engaging, active, and loving, who is excited to spend days with their toddler. They want someone professional, organized, and energetic, with real toddler experience and a firm commitment to safety. Strong communication matters, so they ask for texts and photos intermittently and a sign out update at the end of each day. They trust their nanny's judgment on day-to-day decisions and enjoy feeling kept in the loop. They will also hold quarterly check-ins so everyone feels like part of the team. They are hoping for a commitment of at least one year
Schedule: Three full weekdays/week /7am-5:45/6pm and one shorter flexible day for about 7 hours that can be flexible 8 or 9am-3 or 4pm for 40 hours guaranteed a week. Wednesday is the typical day off with occasional rotation to Mondays. Mom and dad work in the hospital so some flexibility to stay later now and then is appreciated.
Duties: They encourage plenty of time out in the community, including visiting parks, spending time at the library, and having playdates, so reliable driving is required. Beyond his care, they would value help with some house management tasks. These include their son’s meal prep and cooking family style meals, toy rotation and storage, family dishes, family laundry, and errands like package returns and dry cleaning pick up/drop off. Their loving and energetic 5yr old dog is part of the family too, so taking walks with him toddler around the neighborhood and yard is a plus.
Pets: One very much loved dog, would be great if nanny enjoyed taking him on walks
Parents: Both parents work outside of the home. One day/week might be their day off but they will have office work and work around the home to stay busy with.
Driving: Yes to the parks, activities, playdates. They are really encouraging of the nanny to be active around the community and exposing their son to various activities and places.
Pay: $28-$32/hr
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays + Paid Sick Days + open to Health Insurance Contribution
Reference Code: #ExposingTheirBabytoCommunity
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BATH | 36 HOURS/WEEK | STARTS ASAP | $24-$30/HOUR
Family in Bath are seeking a full time nanny four full days/week for their twin boys born in September of last year. The twins are sweet, energetic, bright, and curious who are happy, love exploring, playing, engaging with others, and learning new things. They are advanced and active for their age developmentally and thrive when given opportunities to explore, discover, and learn. Their ideal nanny will enjoy helping young children grow and develop while providing plenty of love, warmth, fun, structure, and encouragement. They hope to find a nanny that can become a trusted, stable, and loving presence in their children’s lives as they grow. They are a warm and caring family that values kindness, consistency, communication, curiosity, learning, and mutual respect. They view a nanny as an important partner in raising their children and hope to find someone excited to build a meaningful, long term relationship with their family. They would be seeking a nanny that is reliable, dependable, loving, warm, emotionally intelligent, calm, bright, curious, engaging, and active. 1.5+ year commitment.
Schedule: Four full days/week 8 or 8:30am-5 or 5:30pm (flex). flexible on which day off as Grammy will be watching them for 36 hours/week
Duties: provide loving and attentive care to twin boys and all daily needs, naps, diapers, meals, developmental play, enrichment activities, reading, outdoor time, baths as needed, cleaning up after the children.
Pets: one dog, care not needed
Parents: Parents work from home office
Driving: Yes for outings, story time, YMCA, activities, lessons, parks, and other age appropriate activities. There is a family vehicle that the nanny can use or will reimburse mileage.
Pay: $24-$30/hr
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Sick Days + Bonuses + Travel with family
Reference Code: #NannyIsPartnerInRaisingTheirTwins
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FALMOUTH | 30 OR 35 HOURS/WEEK GUARANTEE | STARTS JAN/FEB | $27-$30/HR
Family in Falmouth is having their 2nd baby a boy in mid-October, their 5 year old daughter has had the same nanny for the past 4 years (she is now in school full time) and they will need a new full time nanny starting mid Jan/Feb to care for their infant. Their daughter is smart, affectionate, compassionate kiddo who loves arts and crafts, music/dance, and animals. She loves going out on adventures and is very social and enjoys playdates. As a family they value having a balance of hanging out together at home, gardening, cooking, going on walks and bike rides along with schedule activities like soccer, skiing, and dance classes. They love watching their daughter become more independent. Their ideal nanny is a great communicator and is attentive, loving, creative at coming up with activities, flexible, reliable, mature , and ready to become part of their team. Having an amazing nanny makes them better parents! Schedule: Three full days/week typically Tuesday, Thursday, and Fridays 7:30am-5:30pm with another half day included if nanny wants more hours. They can guarantee 30 OR 35 hours/week with the possibility of other hours.
Duties: Mostly infant care for a god amount of the day, all daily Neds, taking to the library, meeting up for playdates, picking up their daughter from school (430-5pm), go to a playground or straight home, if school is closed watching both children. Help with laundry, packing school lunches, tidying playroom, plan activities, occasional grocery run, meal prep is always welcomed.
Pets: 1 lab mix, help let outside, on walks
Parents: Parents always work outside of the home but occasionally will be off work and home
Driving: Yes for school pick up and bringing baby to activities and playdates, will reimburse mileage
Open to a nanny bringing a child
Pay: $27-$30//hr with a bump in pay when baby arrives
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays + Paid sick days + Bonuses + Travel with family
Reference Code: #AmazingNanny=BetterParents
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FALMOUTH | 40 HOURS/WEEK | STARTS NOV 30TH | $26-$36/HR
Family in Falmouth are losing their amazing nanny for the past four years. This family is a delight to work with, appreciates and values their nanny, who will become part of their family as they are ideally seeking super long term 5+ years or more. They have a 4 year old boy in school full days and a daughter who turns 2 in January, with a baby on the way arriving in April. Their son is a happy boy who loves outdoor time and imaginative play, he is easygoing with occasional stubborn moments, loves being a jokester and loves learning new things. Their daughter is a sweetheart with an infectious laugh, loves her big brother, and nap time cuddles. They consider themselves a typical Maine family that enjoys spending time together outdoors and enjoy golfing, skiing, bbq-ing, and going to the beach. They believe in a flexible, authoritative parenting style in which children can flourish in a fun and loving environment with firm boundaries and expectations. They encourage independence and learning through play and new experiences. Their ideal nanny is reliable, fun loving, kind, safe, nurturing, excited to provide stimulating activities and experiences for the children, and is experienced caring for multiple children, have a clean driving record.
Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7am-5pm for 40 hours/week or could consider 7:30am-4:30am
Duties: School drop off and picks up for their oldest, snacks and meals, help daughter with potty training, follow flexible schedule, organize creative activities and educational ganging&mes, bringing to gymnastics and music classes. When baby arrives, caring for baby after maternity leave. Help with dishes and laundry as time permits.
Pets: 1 cat, care not needed
Parents: Both parents work outside of the home
Driving: Yes for school drop off and pick ups, bringing to activities and classes, will reimburse mileage. Likely purchasing a larger vehicle when the baby arrives and nanny can use the family car at that time.
Pay: $26-$36//hr with a bump in pay when baby arrives
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays + Paid sick days + Health Insurance + Travel with family
Reference Code: #JoinThisFamilyLongTerm
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FALMOUTH | 34 HOURS/WEEK | STARTS DECEMBER 10th | $30-$36/HR
Family in Falmouth with three girls is losing their long term nanny due to retirement (yay for her!) and they would like to to find their next full time nanny starting in December and staying at least until September 2027 (unsure as the youngest is waiting to hear about being chosen in the full-time pre-k lottery, will know aroundFeb). They have 5 year old twins and a 3 year old old home during the day. One twin is highly independent, is curious, self-motivated and loves books, and physical play such as climbing, dancing, and running- she is fearless. The other is less into physical play and more risk averse, she is sweet, affectionate, empathetic, loves to be cuddled and carried, she is the family clown and has the best laugh. Their youngest loves keeping up with her older siblings. They would love for the nanny to focus 100% of their efforts on supervising and engaging the children, getting them out and about to play and socialize, etc. Above all else, they are looking for a nanny who will make their children feel safe and loved at all times and will prioritize their safety and well-being. Their ideal nanny will have significant childcare experience, is easygoing, patient, reliable, a good communicator, nurturing, creative, and willing to be silly
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, and. Thursdays 8am-6pm (although they usually use the nanny from 8:30am-5:30 but pay for this buffer if needed) and Wednesday mornings 8:30am-12:30pm for 34 hours/week guaranteed although sometimes they may not need the Wed am shift.
Duties: Moms put the girls on the bus in the morning, nanny arrives 8:30 to play and engage with the 3 y/o. They have great playroom and classroom spaces with a plethora of activities and toys to keep her busy and also take her out on fun adventures! Get the girls off the bus, snack time, and spend quality time with all three girls in the afternoon.
Pets: 2 dogs, letting outside during the day in the fenced in yard
Parents: One mom works from home office and the children are all used to this arrangement, other mom works outside of the home.
Driving: Yes to fun adventures, they will reimburse mileage and have a carseat available
Pay: $30-$36//hr
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays + Paid sick days + Bonuses + Health Insurance Stipend
Reference Code: #AllGirlFamily!
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CAPE ELIZABETH | 33 HOURS/WEEK | STARTS ASAP | $30-$32/HR
Family that has recently moved to Cape Elizabeth are seeking a full time nanny/household manager. They have three boys ages 3, 6, and 8.5 years old who will all be in school so they need some childcare and household care. Their youngest is a joyful and humorous toddler who loves imaginative play, building with magna-tiles, and reading. Their middle child is a naturally nurturing kiddo who is high energy but also enjoys cuddling on the couch with a cup of tea. He is social, loves being around people, and loves all sports. Their oldest is a focused and pensive child who loves math, reading, soccer, and legos. The boys are all loving towards each other although as siblings do, they can bicker and antagonize each other. They are raising their boys to be kind and compassionate men, they like to play together and are a silly family that love playing hide-n-seek, having a dance party, and a family game of soccer together. Their house is loud and energetic- their boys are active. They focus on connections, having boundaries, and talking through their feelings.
Their ideal nanny is calm through chaos. Above that, they enjoy the energy in a lively home, does not get flustered by noise, a mess, or kids’ requests. They can kindly hold a boundary, even when asked repeatedly, can step in to break up a fight, and their perspective on kids is that kids do the best they can. When a kid has trouble meeting expectations of behavior, the nanny thinks: “this is a good kid having a hard time.” They work hard to build a connection with each of the kids, listens to them about their interests, is active and likes to play with the kids— sit on the floor and do crafts, join a dance party, or play a. soccer game. Their ideal nanny is silly with the kids and will take them outside in all (safe) weather. Sporty, Funny, and Goofy if you asked the kids. Very long term preferred,
Schedule: Tues, Wed, and Thursdays 7am-6pm for 33 hours/week
Duties: Getting the children ready for school, packing lunches/snacks, water bottles, prepare breakfast, teeth brushing, dressed in weather appropriate clothing, and getting the children to school (bus for older boys, dripping off youngest). While children are at school they could use help tidying up after breakfast making sure beds are made, rooms are cleaned, household laundry, meal prep, dishes. Afterschool picking up youngest and being home for the bus drop off of the older children, ensuring safe play, outside time, running around, homework help. If no school or sick day, they would adjust to provide solely childcare those days
Pets: None
Parents: Both parents work outside of the home
Driving: Yes will reimburse at the IRS rate
Pay: $30-$32/hr
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays
Reference Code: #Sporty,Funny,GoofyNannyNeeded
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SCARBOROUGH | 30+ HOURS/WEEK | STARTS DECEMBER | $26+/HR
Family in Scarborough are seeking a nanny/household manager to join their family this fall. They have two children a 7 year old girl and 4 year old boy, both in full time daytime/school programs. Their daughter is hard working, determined and energetic who like reading, writing, sports, and pretend play. She appreciates structure and knowing what to expect in her day. Their son is an observer and sidekick to his sister who loves following her and her friends around. He is independent and loves to play with cars. As a family they enjoy being outside, riding bikes and scooters, going on walks, and playing around. They are not overly discipline-focused but try to be consistently firm with rules and values. Both parents are career-oriented working as executives but make sure to always have time together as a family. Their ideal nanny is energetic and fun but isn’t afraid to set clear expectations for acceptable behavior. They should be a good communicator, have self initiative, and be able to complete tasks as needed. They would be looking for a long term fit and at minimum would be willing to commit to one year.
Schedule: Core hours are Monday-Friday 1pm-6pm as the core schedule with variable start/end time (planned in advance) based on family/parents' work obligations (i.e. early release days from school, evening meetings). Finalized weekly schedule to be determined with the nanny with an opportunity for additional overnight/weekend hours if desired.
Duties: School pick up for oldest at 3pm, driving to activities, pick up youngest from daycare 5/530pm, play and art time, prepare dinner, play with kids, dishes, tidying and cleaning after kids, snack and meal prep for kids, errands, grocery shopping, laundry
Pets: None
Parents: Dad works a mix of at-home and travel, mom works full time outside of the home
Driving: Yes, mostly in-town driving (school, activities, errands). Mileage reimbursement provided and the nanny is asked to use their personal vehicle with car seats provided by the family.
Pay: $26+/hr with higher pay possible based on experience and qualifications
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays
Reference Code: #AlwaysHaveTimeForFamily
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SOUTH PORTLAND | STARTS MARCH 1 | 26 HOURS/WEEK | $25-$30/HOUR
Family in So Portland are seeking a part time nanny to help out 2-3 days/week that fall Mon-Wed for their infant girl who is due mid-November. Both parents are physicians but they have worked their schedules out so that they only need a part time nanny. They can accommodate schedule requests for vacation time 6 months in advance and nanny will know their exact schedule 2-3 months ahead of time. They are very open to the type of nanny, background, experience, interests and just are excited to welcome a nanny into their home long term. The mother herself had a nanny with our agency 35 years ago who cared for her for over ten years. She would love a strong connection with their nanny!
Schedule: Three days/week that fall Monday-Wednesdays they will need two (sometimes one) longer days 6:30am-7:30pm and then the shorter day(s) can be flexible on hours for 26 hours/week. Nanny will be needed on some major Monday holidays at holiday pay rate.
Duties: Baby care duties- bottles, naps, diapers, engaging, loading the dishwasher, simple meal prep depending if nanny is open to this
Pets: One dog, care is not always needed they have a dog walker and goes to doggie day care. Bet letting out in the fenced year and feeding dog is helpful. Nanny will need to be comfortable with dogs and work through some of her anxiety/reactive issues. They will spend some time together to help with the adjustment.
Parents: Both parents work outside of home
Driving: Not required but definitely open to it, will reimburse mileage
Pay: $24-$32/hr
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays + Paid Sick days + Bonuses
Reference Code: #StrongConnectionWithNanny
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GORHAM | STARTS FEB | 40 HOURS/WEEK | $25-$30/HR
First time parents had a baby girl at the end of June and are seeking a full time nanny to join them when she is about 7 months old. She is such a sweet baby who is so happy and is full of smiles, laughter, and happy coos. They can't wait to see more of her personality as she gets older. As a couple they enjoy spending time together cooking, playing board games, and being outside. Both parents are avid readers and love music and art. Their goal is to expose her to a variety of different experiences and then follow her lead on what she's interested in (within reason of course). They want to foster independence while still making her feel loved and safe; their approach toward discipline will be firm boundaries delivered with kindness and understanding that expectations have to be tailored on where she is at developmentally. Their ideal nanny would be professional, reliable, patient and nurturing, interactive, familiar with/supportive of developmental milestones, and experienced with infant and toddler care. No screen time is very important to them and they are hoping their nanny will take the baby outside daily (weather permitting). They would love to find someone they could work with for the next few years.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7am-3pm or 8am-4pm for 40 hours/week
Duties: Playing with baby, tummy time, baby meal prep and feeding, diapers, managing nap/sleep schedule during the day, planning appropriate activities, supporting developmental milestones, help with potty training in the future, cleaning up after baby and baby areas, baby laundry, and baby dishes
Pets: One very social and affectionate cat, care not needed
Parents: Mom works outside of the home. Dad will be in and out of the home but when at home will mostly be in a separate enclosed office upstairs.
Driving: Not required but open to their nanny taking the baby to activities once the baby has received her 1 year vaccines. They will reimburse for mileage for any driving to activities. They are in a great area that is walkable to the library, trails, and parks. Biking is also an option as baby gets older.
Pay: $25-$30/hr
Benefits: Paid Vacation (nanny can choose two weeks + one week family vacation) + Paid Holidays + Paid Sick Days.
Reference Code: #FosteringIndependenceWhileMakingHerFeelLoved
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PORTLAND | STARTS NOV (FLEX) | 30-36 HOURS/WEEK | $25-$32/HR
Family in Portland is seeking a nanny for four full days/week to help care for their three children ages 6 years/o boy, 4.5 y/o girl, and baby that turns one in November (boy). Their oldest two are in full day programs and care the majority of the time will be with the baby although nanny should be prepared to care for all three kids after school and when school is closed. Their oldest is very sweet and always happy, he loves being outside, is always playing and stays busy. Their daughter is super smart, loves being outside but also inside playing pretend or with her babies. The youngest is the easiest baby yet and is always smiling. As a family they stay busy, enjoy lots of fun activities outside of the home and rarely are home- they can be found at the park, beach, frog pond, lake, you name it! They believe in fun but also discipline, manners, and respect. Their ideal nanny is fun, energetic, upbeat, adventurous, and someone that will become another member of the family. They would love someone very long term, for years.
Schedule: Four days/week 8 or 9am until 4 or 5pm for about 30-36 hours/week flexible
Duties: Helping get the children ready for school and picking up from school, playing with the baby and all baby care duties during the day, taking them outside and playing in all weather, planning activities, keeping the house tidy, dishes, possible errands
Pets: None
Parents: Both parents work outside of the home.
Driving: Yes, bringing to activities, running an errand. If nanny vehicle isn’t big enough for three carseats, mom can switch with nanny for that day. Will reimburse mileage.
Pay: $25-$32/hour
Benefits: Paid Vacation + paid holidays
Reference Code: #BusyFamilyAlwaysOnAdentures
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AUGUSTA | STARTS END OF NOVEMBER | 30 HOURS/WEEK | $24-$28/HOUR
Mom is having her first baby in November and is seeking a nanny to help care for her newborn. Mom is a single mom and self employed attorney with a schedule that can be unpredictable but she can also offer flexibility with scheduling for the nanny so this is a position that can work out well for a nanny seeking variety in schedule and flexibility with schedule. Mom enjoys concerts, seeing the Hearts of Pine games, loves being outdoors, and going to the beach.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 30 hours/week. She needs some flexibility but can also offer flexibility. Hours can vary starting 10am-Noon and going until 4-6pm.
Duties: Solely baby care- diapers, bottles, naps, playing, taking walks.
Pets: Two dogs, both well trained and friendly. Letting out in the fenced in yard occasionally
Parents: Mom works outside of the home primarily but from time to time might be working from home.
Driving: Not required but she is open to being able to take the baby out to activities
Pay: $24-$28/hr
Benefits: Major Holidays Paid (some are requested to work) + Paid Vacation + Optional unpaid snow days if nanny doesn’t want to commute or can reschedule hours for another day when safe to travel
Reference Code: #FlexiblityWithScheduleinAugusta
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FALMOUTH | STARTS MARCH 2027 | 40 HOURS/WEEK | $28-$32/HR
Family in Falmouth are seeking a full time Spanish speaking nanny to join them in March 2027 for their baby boy due in October. They are excited to learn his personality upon is arrival and to build routines that suit him. They are solely seeking a Spanish native speaker or nanny fluent in Spanish. They describe their family as being warm, active, easygoing, values curiosity, kindness, and spending time doing different activities such as traveling, reading, and spending time with friends and family. They hope to raise independent, respectful, bilingual children in a loving environment. Nanny needed long term 2+ years ideally.
Schedule: Mon, Tues, Wed, and Fridays 9am-5pm and Thursdays 11:30am-7:30pm for 40 hours/week
Duties: Bottles, naps, diapers, provide attentive and engaging care, planning and taking him to age appropriate activities, outings, and outdoor time, support his development through play, reading, and conversation in Spanish
Pets: None
Parents: Mom works from her upstairs home office that is separate and they want the nanny to have full autonomy
Driving: Yes to library, parks, museums, classes, and they can provide a vehicle
Pay: $28-$32hr
Benefits: Paid Holidays + Paid Vacation + Paid Sick Days
Reference Code: #SpanishSpeakingNanny
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SOUTH FREEPORT | 40 HOURS/WEEK | STARTS THIS FALL | $30-$35/hr
This family describes themself as a hard working family that loves to have fun and most of all loves to be together. They have two girls ages 7 and 4 years old. Both attend Waynflete full days with Wednesday being a half day and they have a need for household managing tasks during the day and childcare for when children are not in school. Dad travels often for work. They have a huge emphasis on safety and health. They believe in living a healthy, active lifestyle, with a huge emphasis on learning. Their parenting style is big on healthy boundaries and guiding their daughter's development through positive affirmation, empathy and curiosity.
A nanny who is positive, energetic, engaged, mature, professional, detail oriented, attentive and honest will be a great fit for this family. They’d love a nanny who is delighted to spend time with the children, playing with them, reading to them and monitoring their safety. The household managing hours can be flexible and family can work with nanny preferences, a typical 40 hour work week schedule during school breaks and summer vacation with more focus on childcare during that time. Nanny should have a safe driving record and be trustworthy.
Schedule: Core childcare needs are Mon-Fri 2pm-6pm with Wednesday 11-6pm. They can schedule household managing hours around candidates availability and will work with them on putting out a weekly schedule every two weeks that works for them. Hours would fall Mon-Fri 7am-6pm for 40 hours/week
Duties: preparation of healthy and nutritious child meals, laundry, grocery shopping, dog care, light cleaning, picking up children from school, playing, getting outside, out to activities, and keeping child things/spaces organized, tidy, cleaning, meal prep for kids (bonus if nanny is open to family meal prep although not required).
Pets: They have one friendly Labrador, pet care is needed- letting outside feeding, etc
Parents: Dad travels and works out of the home, mom works from home and outside of home
Driving: Yes to activities and events, mileage reimbursement
Pay: $30-$35/hour
Benefits: paid federal holidays + paid sick days + paid vacation + paid travel with the family.
Reference Code: #HouseholdManagerSoFreeport
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PART TIME POSITIONS
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FALMOUTH | STARTS ASAP | AS FEW AS 20 HOURS/WK UP TO 30 HOURS/WEEK | $28-$32/HR
Family in Falmouth are seeking a nanny/household manager to start with them asap but can wait as they would love to find a good long term fit. They have two boys a 6.5 year old and 4 year/old both in school full time and continue to have summer programs as well. Both boys are active, curious and energetic. The oldest loves playing soccer and cross country, reading, and playing piano. The youngest loves music, reading, playing make believe, and playing with his brother and friends. As a family they are active and love spending time outside, they care deeply about their family and home. Their ideal candidate is responsible, dependable, active, engaged, energetic, reliable, reliable, is present, prepared and proactive, and is active and can keep up with two active boys.
Schedule: Required hours are Monday-Friday 3pm-6pm and the additional hours are all flexible. It could be two longer shifts and three shorter shifts or it could be something more consistent like Mon-Fri Noon-6pm. At minimum they need 20 hours/week and can offer up to 30 hours/week guaranteed depending on preference of nanny.
Duties: Picking up kids from school or programs, driving to activities, supporting on days off from school on days off, engaging in outside play, activities, arts and crafts, reading, cooking, grocery shopping, laundry, running errands, going to post office, light cleaning or tidying
Pets: One older Golden Retriever and one puppy Golden Retriever, feeding and taking on walks
Open to nanny with a child
Parents: Mom works out of the home, dad works fully from his office at home
Driving: Yes to activities and picking up from school, can use family vehicle or will reimburse if nanny uses their car
Pay: $28-$32hr
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays
Reference Code: #TwoBoys&TwoGoldens
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CAPE ELIZABETH | STARTS APRIL 2027 | 20-25 HOURS/WEEK | $24-$36/HR
Family in Cape Elizabeth are expecting their first baby in mid January and would like to find a part time, long term nanny to join them in April when they return back to work for 2.5 days/week. Both parents work in health care so while they take their careers seriously, they prioritize a work life balance. They love spending time with their two dogs outside, hiking, boating, walking, and spending time of the water. They love living in Maine close to family and are excited to welcome their first child! Their ideal nanny is someone who they hope will become part of their family and an integral part of their sons early development and life! They are seeking a true professional who they can count on just as their patients count on them. Position would ideally be numerous years.
Schedule: Wednesday and Fridays 7am-5pm + five additional hours that will need to be flexible and can be scheduled an planned in advance along with nanny’s availability and consideration
Duties: All infant care duties and needs along with working on developmentally appropriate activities, help with baby laundry
Pets: Two medium sized dogs, would be great if nanny could walk them with the baby
Open to nanny with a child
Parents: Both parents work outside of the home
Driving: Open to it yes and open to nanny using their car or family’s vehicle
Pay: $24-$36hr
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays
Reference Code: #LoveLivinginMaine
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PORTLAND’S EAST END | 12 HOURS/WEEK | STARTS ASAP BUT FLEX | $22-$32/HR
Family that lives in the East End of Portland are seeking a part time nanny two days/week to help care for their baby boy born in early February outside of their home and in the nanny’s home or a nanny share home. This is a unique position in that the family can’t quite host a nanny and baby in their small apartment as mom WFH, so care would need to be outside of their home although they can consider hosting in their home for the right fit. They live in Portland and dad travels to New Gloucester so locations in between could work for them (Portland, South Portland, Falmouth, Cumberland, Cape Elizabeth, or Yarmouth and further for the right fit). As a family they enjoy cooking, exercising, being outdoors, spending time with their baby and dog. They are very health conscious and tend to align with a more gentle parenting approach, want to encourage emotional regulation and are focused on providing their baby a safe and supportive home for her. Their ideal nanny is experienced caring for infants, is educated on safe sleep an feeding, is kind, loving, reliable, attentive, and a good communicator keeping in touch with parents during the day. The nanny needs to be up to date on vaccines and be health conscious. They would love long term with a nanny.
Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday 9am-3pm can be flexible on the start/end times, the days are set
Duties: Infant care- bottles, diapers, soothing, naps, play time, helping to meet developmental milestones
Pets: One dog, care not needed
Open to nanny with a child, open to nanny share, or nanny taking the child into their own home
Parents: Mom WFH, if nanny providing care in their home they should be comfortable with mom working there and also being on the third floor of an apartment.
Driving: Open to it yes
Pay: $22-$32hr
Reference Code: #CareForBabyInYourHomeorNannyShare
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YARMOUTH | 15 HOURS/WEEK | STARTS ASAP | $25-$30/HOUR, $375-$450 PER SHIFT
Family in Yarmouth is seeking one long day/week of care on Thursdays when mom travels and works in Boston. She has three children ages 12 (girl), 10 and 7 year old boys. The nanny will have them in the early mornings getting them ready and to school and then afternoons after school into bedtime. During the day hours help around the home would be great- laundry, errands, groceries, etc. Their ideal nanny is positive, go with the flow with three kids, keeps things moving, is cheerful, and able to work without a ton of direction after an initial understanding of how the home runs. They could use someone long term or the school year depending on nanny’s preference.
Schedule: Thursdays ONLY 5am-7:30/8pm for about 15 hours/week
Duties: Getting the children up and ready for school- dressed, breakfast, pack lunches, get ready for bus pick up at 7/8am. During the day helping with laundry, putting away groceries that are delivered, cleaning fridge, helping with returns, walking the dog, baking if they enjoy baking. Getting kids off bus or from school at 3, bringing to sprouts and activities, dinner, getting kids winding down and ready for night routines.
Pets: One yellow lab, taking on walks, outside, feeding
Parents: Mom works out of town and isn’t around
Driving: Yes for picking children up from school, bringing to activities, errands car isn’t available but will reimburse
Open to Nanny With a Child
Pay: $25-$30/hour, $375-$450 per shift
Benefits: Paid Vacation+ Paid Holidays
Reference Code: #KeepThingsMoving
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CUMBERLAND | STARTS FEBRUARY 2027 | 16 HOURS/WEEK | $24-$32/HOUR
Family in Cumberland are expecting their first baby girl in late October and are seeking to line up a part time nanny two days/week starting in February 2027. As a couple they enjoy taking walks, hikes, visiting beautiful places and have a goal to see all of the US national parks in their lifetime! They enjoy music and making music together. As first time parents they don’t have a structure philosophy at this time but generally lean towards clear boundaries and will develop their parenting styles as their daughter develops. They want to foster a sense of independence and curiosity in their baby. Their ideal nanny is warm, affectionate, attentive, excited to help with her growth and development, has a good sense of humor, while not required a love of music wold be ideal as they plan to surround their little one with lots of it! Of course they would also like an experienced nanny, reliable, responsible, and someone they trust. They would be looking for at least a one year commitment.
Schedule: Two days/week 9am-5pm Flexible on which days of the week although preference for days Tues/Wed/Thursdays for 16 hours/week
Duties: Baby care duties- bottles, naps, diapers, playtime, walks, engage with her, playtime, tummy time, preparing solids when ready, baby dishes, total bonus and not a requirement if nanny was interested in preparing an occasional family meal.
Pets: None
Parents: Both parents work from home
Driving: Not required but totally open to it, nanny can use family vehicle
Pay: $24-$32/hr
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays + Paid Sick days + Bonuses
Reference Code: #SurroundedByMusic
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PORTLAND | NOV-DEC START DATE | 24-30 HOURS/WEEK | $25-$35/HR
Family in Portland’s West End neighborhood are seeking a nanny to join them this November starting 3 days/week and December likely 4 days/week to care for their baby girl born at the end of July. The are excited to have their first baby and the nanny will start with them when she is about 4-5 months old. They are seeking a nanny who has worked professionally as an infant nanny, who is up to date on child safety, is vaccinated or willing to be up to date on vaccines.
Schedule: Three days/week to start and then possibly increase to 4 days/week 8 or 9am until 4pm for about 24-30 hours/week
Duties: Infant care- bottles, diapers, naps, walks
Pets: One cat, care not needed
Parents: Both parents work outside of the home
Driving: Not required but maybe open to it in time. They live in a very walkable neighborhood close to parks and playgrounds.
Pay: $25-$35/hour
Benefits: Flexible PTO
Reference Code: #WestEndBabyCare