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TEMPORARY POSITIONS
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CUMBERLAND FORESIDE | STARTS EARLY NOVEMBER UNTIL MID-LATE FEB | 50 HOURS/WEEK | $30/HOUR + OVERTIME $1,650/WEEK
Lovely family in Cumberland Foreside are seeking a full time nanny/household manager for approximately three months while their nanny of the past six years in on maternity leave (YAY!) They have a 7 year old son who is happy, joyful, and a great kid all around. He is in school full time and they need help getting him up in the morning and off to school, during the day while at school nanny will have time for themselves but they also ask for some help with things such as laundry, grocery shopping, meal prep, tidying and such. The evenings are more about winding down from the day, feeding him dinner, bath time.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:30pm for 50 hours/week
Duties: Get their son ready for school, drop off at Mabel I Wilson, while at school light expectations of grocery shopping, meal prep, laundry, and light cleaning. Picking up from school 3pm, playing, outside time, dinner, bath
Pets: 2 dogs care not needed but nanny should be comfortable around dogs
Driving: Yes dropping off and picking up at school, the nanny can use family vehicle or will reimburse for mileage
Pay: $30/hr+ Overtime pay for any hours past 40 hours/week for $1650/week
Reference Code: #TempNannyWhileTheirsIsOnMatertnityLeave
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SCARBOROUGH | 45+ HOURS/WEEK | OCT 15- 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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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.
Schedule: Three full days/week 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. The days are not set yet but mom will know shortly, they will be set days and not rotate once established. 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!
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 games, 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: One mom works from home office and the children are all used to this arrangement, other mom works 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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KENNEBUNKPORT | STARTS OCT/NOV | 40 HOURS/WEEK | $25-$32/HR
Family in Kennebunkport are seeking a full time nanny to start ideating in October but can wait until November. They have four girls but only the baby is home fill time. Their baby was born in January of this year and the other girls are ages 5, 7, and 10.5 years old (all in school until 3:30). The girls all get along great and love family time. They also love being creative, dancing, playing dress up and dolls. As a family they believe in inclusivity and honesty. Their ideal nanny loves babies and children this age, is safety conscious, and able to stay 6-10 months (baby is on a waitlist with the expectation of hopefully starting September 2027)
Schedule: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm for 40 hours/week
Duties: Love and care of their children, feedings, keep the baby safe and engaged, getting oldest girls off the bus. Maybe help tidy when the baby sleeps.
Pets: Three hypoallergenic dogs, care not needed
Parents: Mom works outside of the home, dad works full time from home office
Driving: They are open to the nanny going on approved outings
Pay: $25-$32//hr
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays + Paid sick days
Reference Code: #LovingCareInKennebunkport
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YARMOUTH/FALMOUTH FORESIDE | 40 HOURS/WK | STARTS NOV 16-DECEMBER 1ST | $24-$30/HR
Family in Yarmouth (although seeking a new home in the Yarmouth of Falmouth Foreside areas) are seeking a full time nanny to join then mid Nov or by December. They need help four days/week 10 hour shifts with usually Wednesdays off but occasionally could be a Friday. They have a baby girl that was born at the end of August who will be around 3 months old when the nanny starts. They are still getting to know their daughter. They are both extroverted, open, empathetic, fun-loving, and adventurous people. They would love a nanny who is safety-oriented, is kind, fun-loving, open and honest communication, comfortable on the rare moment a parent might swing by/pop in on break, can balance being excited having a lounge-y, chill day at home together of our adventuring together, and most importantly loves their baby and puts her wellbeing and needs first. They would like a 1.5+ year commitment. They are consigning both options of daycare or keeping nanny on as they also would like to add another baby in the future. They would ask the nanny to be up to date or willing to be up to date on vaccine.
Schedule: Four days/week Mon-Friday 8am-6pm usually will be Wednesdays off but occasionally could be Friday for 40 hours/week. Mom knows schedule 6 months in advance.
Duties: Baby focused care- all daily needs of baby, tidying up at the end of the day
Pets: None
Parents: Mom works outside of the home, dad works full time from home office
Driving: Yes will reimburse at the IRS rate or nanny can use family vehicle, whichever is more comfortable
Pay: $24-$30/hr
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays + Paid sick days
Reference Code: #Lounging&AdventuringNannyNeeded
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CAPE ELIZABETH | 33 HOURS/WEEK | STARTS OCTOBER | $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 OCTOBER (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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SOUTH PORTLAND-CAPE ELIZABETH LINE | 40 HOURS/WEEK | STARTS NOV | $27-$31/HR
Family that lives in So Portland close to Cape Elizabeth line are seeking a full time nanny to join their family this fall to help care for their daughter who will have just turned 2 years old when the nanny starts. She is a very sweet, curious, and engaged child who is also perceptive, a quick learner, and social butterfly who can get along with kids of all ages. She prefers to be out and about, exploring the world, and being outside. She would thrive with a nanny who shares her love of animals, nature, music, pretend play, and climbing. As a family, they emphasize kindness, honesty, curiosity, and learning. They spend a lot of time together and value their community, hosting friends and neighbors whenever they can. They believe in giving their daughter a supportive and steady environment, with firm boundaries, while also providing her lots of runway to explore, fail, be herself, and follow her own interests. Their ideal nanny is thoughtful, responsible, warm and experienced (has been a nanny previously). They are looking for someone who can be flexible and patient while also providing clear boundaries and structure, would be proactive and comfortable making recommendations. about their daughter's development, routine, and activities. Their ideal nanny is someone who is nurturing and engaging, and who values nature based learning. They would like to make a commitment until fall 2027 when she starts preschool but are also open to extending this for the right nanny.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm for 40 hours/week
Duties: All childcare duties for a toddler, daily needs along with playing, going on adventure, creative a safe and enriching environment, planning activities, preparing healthy meals, children’s laundry, tidying spaces being used, loading and unloading dishwasher,
Pets: One dog a Spaniel, not required but if nanny is willing- letting him outside, refilling water, and playing with him.
Parents: Mom works from an in-home office, dad mostly works outside of the home but occasionally will finish his work at home in the afternoons- their daughter is very used to this arrangement
Driving: Yes, bringing to activities, playdates, libraries, etc. They will reimburse at the mileage rate
Open to a nanny with a child
Pay: $27-$31/hr
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays + Health Insurance Stipend + Paid Sick Days + travel with Family although not required
Reference Code: #SocialButterflyToddle
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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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NORTH YARMOUTH | 35-41 HOURS/WEEK | STARTS MARCH 2027 | $24-$28/HR
Family in No Yarmouth are expecting their first baby boy arriving in mid December are seeking a full time nanny to start in March. They are a two professional household looking for a long term nanny to stay with them for years ideally. They love all that Maine has to offer, getting outdoors, swimming, and being home cooking. Their ideal nanny is caring, responsible, trustworthy, organized, and genuinely enjoys working with children. More than anything, they are looking for someone who will treat their baby, dog (their dog is a very important part of their family as well!) , and home with the same care, respect, and kindness they would their own. They hope to find a nanny who is excited to build a long term relationship together and to become an extension of their family, sharing their child’s milestones and helping to create a safe, happy, and nurturing environment. Ultimately they are seeking someone who is kind-hearted, dependable, engaged, and excited to become part of their family’s journey for years to come.
Schedule: Mondays and Tuesdays 7am-5:30pm and Wednesday and Thursdays 7:30am-5:30pm. They typically will need 35 hours/week as a minimum and up to 41 hours/week as Grammie would like to do one morning shift a week, maybe every other week.
Duties: Baby care and focused, all daily needs, engaging in age appropriate play and activities, bottles/foods, bathing, dressing, naps, planning activities, maintaining schedule, communicate with parents, child’s dishes and laundry, keeping play areas and nursery tidy and organized, sanitizing bottles
Pets: One dog, a friendly golden retriever. Letting inside/outside and feeding.
Parents: Both parents work outside the home
Driving: They will be open to the nanny driving as he is a little older to fun activities and outings
Pay: $24-$28hr
Benefits: Paid Holidays + Paid Vacation + Paid Sick Days + Paid Snow Days
Reference Code: #JoinThisFamily’sJourney
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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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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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FALMOUTH | 25-30+ HOURS/WEEK | STARTS ASAP BUT FLEXIBLE | $25-$32/HR
Family in Falmouth close to Portland (Morrill’s Corner) are seeking a party to almost full time nanny/household manager to join their family asap- they do have temp help until you can start. They have two boys ages 2 and 4 years old in full time programs but need help with the afternoons and household tasks. Both boys are active, like being outside, are pretty easygoing, love having planned activities, enjoy sports, dinosaurs, trucks, and superheroes. Their oldest is very independent and interested in reading and their youngest is a little more co-dependent and sensitive and loves his older brother. They describe themselves as an easygoing family who loves exploring all that Maine has to offer. They are raising their boys to be respectful, well behaved, independent children and prefer engaging activities to help them grow and develop over screen time. They are seeking a nanny to provide reliable and consistent care for their boys and become part of their family ideally many years. The boys love being outside so it would be great having a nanny just as excited to spend a good amount of time outside.
Schedule: Monday-Friday Noon or 1pm-6pm for 25-30 hours/week with some flexibility and could add a few more hours for an evening shift.
Duties: Start the shift off with household tasks including laundry, toying, grocery shopping, meal prep. Picking up the boys from their programs, taking to activities, planning their own activities such as hiking/playing, feeding them, bathing them, getting ready to wind down for the day.
Pets: One dog, care not needed
Parents: Dad works from home in a separate office space on the property with minimal interaction with the nanny
Driving: Yes for picking children up from school, bringing to activities, errands, will reimburse for mileage or the nanny can use their vehicle
Open to Nanny With a Child
Pay: $25-$32/hr
Benefits: Paid Vacation+ Paid Holidays + Paid Sick Days + Travel with Family (optional) + Bonuses
Reference Code: #EasygoingFamilyRaisingRespectfulBoys
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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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WINDHAM | 24 + HOURS/WEEK | STARTS Mid-OCTOBER | $28-$32/HR
Family in Windham (Close to Westbrook line) are seeking a full time nanny to join them ideally in October and stay with them until at least fall 2027 when their youngest will likely start a full time program. There is the opportunity to continue on past then but they do have some uncertainties as to what this could look like. They have a 3 year old son who attends a full time program although will be home in the summer and a baby that was born in mid December. Care is mostly for the baby girl and then includes both baby and toddler when he isn’t in school. Their baby is happy, smiley, sleeps well, and in general is a very easy baby. Their son is friendly, outgoing, loves playing with others and also good at independent play, loves all things trucks, art projects, reading, and playing outside. As a family they love getting outside eery day and are excited as their children get older to go on hikes, ski trips, and bike rides. They don’t have a tv and encourage their children in self-directed play. They are huge fans of classic children’s book literature such as Stuart Little, the Moomin books, Winnie the Pooh) even if they are geared to slightly older kiddos. They are mindful of nutrition, healthy cooking and living who eat veggies with every meal and they serve them the same foods the adults eat. They believe in a mindful approach to parent which includes setting clear boundaries, but allowing some freedoms. Lastly, they joke a a lot with one another and try to weather the intensity of parenting younger children with humor! Their ideal nanny is a self starter who takes initiative and has good judgement caring for the children, cleaning, and planning activities. They would love to work with a nanny who values reading as much as they do. Nanny should be up to date, or willing to be on common vaccines.
Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 8:30am-4:30pm for 24 hours/week but for the right candidate they might have some flexibility. They could use help picking up their son from Breakwater School in Portland on Mondays at 3:30 but realize the shorter shift might make this more of a bonus and it’s okay if nanny isn’t available.
Duties: Full time infant care duties, all daily needs plus tummy time, outside time, walks, reading to her, sticking with sleep schedule. Watching both children when the toddler isn’t in school- getting outside, to activities in the community, potty training. Helping to keep the home tidy and having the oldest child help with picking up. Children’s laundry, children’s dishes, bedding, prepare lunches, packing school lunch, keeping nursery stocked and tidy.
Pets: Two fully cats, care not needed
Parents: Dad WFH and mom is in-between jobs at the moment— total nanny autonomy and they try and stay out of the way. Mom will stay with the baby while nanny picks up their son from school.
Driving: Yes for outings, story time, school pick ups in Portland (15 minutes from their home), Can use family vehicle or will reimburse the nanny if using the nanny car
Pay: $28-$32/hour
Benefits: Paid Vacation+ Paid Holidays
Reference Code: #ParentingWithHumor
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YARMOUTH | STARTS ANYIME | 15 HOURS/WEEK | $30-$35/HR
Family in Yarmouth are seeking a part time nanny/household manager to help out three days/week. They have four children, the oldest three (ages 6, 5, and 3) in school full days and their daughter turns one this fall. Most of the day will be a combination of caring for the baby and getting the oldest after school although some times the start to the shift mom will have the baby and they will ask for some household help when not caring for the infant prior to the children getting home from school. They are a very close family who likes to be active and have fun! They support each kid’s individuality and emphasize making a loving, genuine connection with each of their children. They are all about creative and supporting positive and happy vibes!
Their ideal nanny can stay long term with them, is up for adventuring with the children, is creative in the kitchen and up for various household tasks. The nanny will enjoy playing and engaging with the kids, respect their no TV time, isn’t on their phone unless an emergency, will take them to the playground, and doesn’t wear fragrance of any kind.
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Noon-5pm for 15 hours/week
Duties: Childcare will include care for their infant and all infant care duties, getting the other children after school 3:30. If mom is with baby for some of the daytime hours, household help will be requested. Meal prep, laundry folding and putting away, changing and making beds, tidying up post breakfast, unloading and loading dishwasher, walking the dog (he's 13 so a short walk), errands if needed.
Pets: One dog a Goldendoodle and two cats, super chill, friendly, and easy to manage. Feeding and letting outside and taking dog on walks
Parents: Parents will be in and out and mom will be caring for the baby occasionally.
Pay: $30-$35+/hr ($450-$525/week)
Benefits: Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays
Reference Code: #Positive&HappyVibes
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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