Find a babysitter near you in Germantown, MD

How often do you need a babysitter?

363 babysitters in Germantown · most families pay $18.00–$24.75/hr

Hire a babysitter in Germantown, MD

Antoinette G. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Antoinette

Germantown, MD
$30/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Good afternoon family,

My name is Antoinette, I am a loving person full of energy, strong, healthy , patient, caring, kind, joyful, responsible, organized, a fun person to be around and does not drink or smoke and respects social distance.
I have more 17 years of experience as a Nanny working with newborn babies, and up to 15 years boys and girls. I also work with disabled children.
My duty is to make sure the kids play area (bedroom & playroom) is a clean and safe environment for them to play with no hazards around. I feed, teach them to read, sing, dance, count, color( art), I also teach them how to be organized on their own.
Moreover, I teach them how to be independent to make it easy for the parents. I have a lot of fun and energy working and teaching kids to learn academics and more...

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Simone C. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Simone

Germantown, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Simone. I'm 56 years old. I'm Brazilian, and I was a nurse in my country. I'm looking for a nanny position full-time, I have 10 years of experience with every age. I'm responsible and punctual. I like playing games, to dance, to walk, and to read. I'm energy. I'm fluent in portuguese (my first language), and I'm speaking English (Basic English - I'm working about it)! I have reference about me, if necessary!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Tahera A. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Tahera

Germantown, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello Parents, I am Tahera come from an ethnic Caribbean background I have 21 years of experience with kids.
I am looking for a family in the area to start working with either full time/par-time. I have a flexible schedule would be more than happy to talk about my specifics ,resume and good referrals/reference.
Look forward to hearing from some amazing parents.
Thank you !

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

How often do you need a babysitter?

Chichi P. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Chichi

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

A little bit about me

I am a stay home mom of an eight year old adorable boy, I naturally love kids. I am hard working patient and very creative

Have experience working with

Infants
Tianna J. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Tianna

Germantown, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I have been working with children since high school so i definitely have experience. I am smart energetic loving determined and definitely FUN!!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Taylor H. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Taylor

Germantown, MD
$16.50/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

Hey i’m Taylor!
I grew up with a big family, 7 kids in total! Me being the oldest, I wantched everybody. Over the years I got good at it and grew a love for it! I love cooking, leaning, sports and I love just doing nails, spa days and being glamorous! Either way its a win, win! Im starting school for Nursing in the Fall. I have experience with Autism, verbal as well as nonverbal & a great teacher for learning disabilities (I have one myself) so I know fun and great ways to help the kidos learn!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Want to find more babysitters in your area?

Get Started
Paige S. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Paige

Germantown, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I would be a great nanny to your family because I love kids and have a big heart! I am extremely hardworking and always put my best foot forward. Working with kids all ages make me so happy, I want to be a therapist in the future!

Have experience working with

Infants

Certification

CPR
Jessica H. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Jessica

Germantown, MD
$15/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Jessica Hall and I am 23 years old. I am a very loving, patient, and outgoing person. Every child is different, so I take the time in learning a child's favorite activities and come up with a fun and safe way to have fun. I currently have a very flexible schedule and would be able to work around the families schedule.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Wuendi C. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Wuendi

Germantown, MD
$22/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Dedicated Early Childhood Teacher with experience caring for and educating infants and toddlers. Passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment that supports children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Strong organizational skills, excellent teamwork, and effective communication with families. Certified in child development, health, safety, CPR, and early childhood education.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

We’re here for you at every step of the process

Finding your nanny

Finding your nanny

Create your profile and connect with nannies that fit your needs.
Hiring your nanny

Hiring your nanny

Discuss and finalize the details of your arrangement with the nanny.
Support when you need it

Support when you need it

Get help on your nanny journey with useful tips along the way.
Start Your Search
Assortment of photographs arranged loosely on top of one another

Share your nanny with another family

Enjoy attentive care and have playmates for your kids, all at a reasonable cost.
Learn about nanny sharing

Start browsing babysitters near you

Nearby cities to find a babysitter

Image of a piggy bank

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Germantown, MD is $21.06 per hour. Most Germantown families on Nanny Lane pay $18.00 to $24.75/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
Learn more about babysitter costs

How to Find a Babysitter in Germantown, 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 Germantown, 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 Germantown can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Germantown 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.

Popular searches in
Germantown, MD