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143 babysitters in Fort Washington · most families pay $18.00–$23.62/hr

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Contessa S. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Contessa

Fort Washington, MD
$29 - $32/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Contessa Simmons I have over 10 years of experience. I have bachelors in Human Ecology/Child and Family development.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Emonie S. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Emonie

Fort Washington, MD
$17/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, My name is Emonie. I am a high school graduate. I am new to being a nanny. However I am not new to babysitting! I love taking care of babies and kids. My expenses are mostly with infants though I did do volunteer work at an elementary school for a year during high school. I have over 5 years of childcare experience; during high school and middle school. I am able to help with additional activities such as light house keeping, before and after school care and transportation. I am CPR certified and have a drivers license. During my free time I like to read, watch tv, do all things craft related and learning new skills.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sandra S. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Sandra

Fort Washington, MD
$25/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Sandra. I’m a mother of 2 (now older). I am passionate about children and extremely patient. In addition, I am a native Spanish speaker

Have experience working with

Infants

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Channing H. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Channing

Fort Washington, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’ve been sitting/nannying for 11 years my love for children makes me get along with them in no time. I am able to keep children happy and this quality makes me happy too. I enjoy developing children's emotionally, socially and physically, which is the main reason why I want this job. It’s fun to manage and grow-up children.

I am punctual, energetic and dependable person. Also, I am CPR and First Aid certified and possess current driver’s license with a clean driving record. I have a documentation to provide for my clean current background check. Over and above, I understand children’s varying developmental needs.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Karen M. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Karen

Fort Washington, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Karen I’m a mother of two kids for the last 10 years I use to work like a babysitter for my neighbors and have certified CDA 150 hours and like kids I raised many kids from my neighborhood if you need references or more information please let me know thanks 🙏 🙋‍♀️

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Carla C. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Carla

Fort Washington, MD
$30/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Carla Cruz and I am currently a sophmore in college. Growing up, I was always around kids because my mom is a childcare provider, which gave me the opportunity to learn and grow in a child-focused environment.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Angie P. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Angie

Fort Washington, MD
$17/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Angie. I love working with children and it’s something I have been passionate about since I was young. I have 3 years of paid experience & 6-7 years of unpaid experience. My job is to provide a safe, fun & loving environment for each children.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Leslie M. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Leslie

Fort Washington, MD
$24/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am married with two teenagers of my own. I am kind and always willing to help.

Certification

CPR
Adajah V. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Adajah

Fort Washington, MD
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Adajah Vickers, I’m 18 years old and I’ve been working with kids since I was 10, I worked in childcare and summer camps over my teen years, with kids usually in elementary school.

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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Fort Washington, MD?

The average cost of a babysitter in Fort Washington, MD is $20.65 per hour. Most Fort Washington families on Nanny Lane pay $18.00 to $23.62/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Fort Washington, MD

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

Understand Babysitter Responsibilities in Fort Washington, MD

Before beginning the search for a babysitter, it’s important to understand what you’re looking for and if a babysitter is the right choice for your child care needs. There are lots of benefits to hiring a babysitter such as getting the flexibility of having some more time for yourself or with your partner. When hiring a babysitter, first, you should explore the differences between a nanny and a babysitter. If you’re looking for occasional child care, babysitters are the right choice for you, but if you’re looking for more frequent care, a nanny may be better for your needs.

From there, you can think about what you expect your babysitter to handle so that you can create a profile for nannies to reach out to you. The boundaries for babysitters’ duties can vary from family to family. However, in general, a babysitter is responsible for making sure your kids’ needs are met, including things like ensuring they have opportunities to play and be active. When tasks go beyond child care, for example to housekeeping, laundry, or meal preparation, it’s good practice to communicate these expectations with your babysitter before hiring them. Along with the different duties that you ask for, experience and location in Fort Washington can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Fort Washington Babysitter Interviews

Once you start connecting with prospective babysitters, the next step is to conduct an interview. To make things a bit easier, here’s a list of some babysitter interview questions to consider asking:

  • Do you have experience being a babysitter?
  • What sort of household tasks are you open and comfortable doing?
  • Do you have any references?
  • Are you trained in First Aid or CPR in Maryland?
  • Do you have a Maryland driver’s license? Do you own a car?
  • How do you handle tantrums? Can you share an experience disciplining children?

During the hiring process, it’s essential to ask for references and by asking their references questions you gain a better understanding of they will fit in your family. As you get closer to hiring a nanny, be sure to run a background check to ensure your kids are in good hands. When evaluating a babysitter that you’re considering hiring, make sure you’re setting the foundation for a good relationship with your babysitter. You can do this by being clear about your expectations around babysitter responsibilities and compensation, and of course, by being friendly and welcoming!

And of course, as you learn how to hire a babysitter, Nanny Lane's nanny services are here to help you along the way.

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