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Sofia C. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Sofia

Rockville, MD
$25/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Sofia and I am a dentist in Colombia. I am a responsible, caring, and patient person with a strong sense of service and care for others. I truly enjoy working with children and creating a safe, calm, and fun environment for them. I am fluent in Spanish. I am currently in Rockville, Maryland visiting my family and would love the opportunity to support a family as a nanny, offering trust, care, and dedication to their children

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Sarah S. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Sarah

Rockville, MD
$30/hr
Part-time
Occasional
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello , my name is Sarah Somefun and I am so excited to look after your kids! With my experience and big family, I know all the tips and tricks to your children happy.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Katie M. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Katie

Rockville, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a hardworking and organized sophomore at the University of Maryland. I love being outside, being active, reading, and being with friends and family. I love working with children and have had experience working with them for almost 4 years now.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Nena V. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Nena

Rockville, MD
$23/hr
Occasional
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Nena, I lived in MD for 20 yrs, I'm bilingual English-Spanish, I own a family Child Care, I have my own transportation with a clean driving record, I have 11 years experience working with children all ages and backgrounds. CPR certified, Training certificates from the MSDE and the Department of early childhood education to work with infants, toddlers, and school age children. I enjoy working with kids seniors and pets. I prepare meals, create lesson plans and educational activities for the children and seniors. I not only take care of children, I also take care of pets, I'm really good at pet sitting, teaching basic commands to dogs, taking them for a walk , serving their meals, and administering medications.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jasmine B. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Jasmine

Rockville, MD
$20/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Rosana C. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Rosana

Rockville, MD
$25/hr
Part-time
Occasional
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Nurturing, reliable and highly experienced nanny. I have several years of experience caring for newborns, infants and toddlers. I am skilled in feeding routines, sleep training and developmental milestones. Patient, attentive and oriented to children safety and age appropriate activities

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Casey F. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Casey

Rockville, MD
$30 - $50/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Casey and I’m a former preschool director and Montessori teacher with over 25 years of childcare experience. CPR and MAT certified and MD director qualified with my AMS Montessori credentials for 0-3.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ivy T. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Ivy

Rockville, MD
$20.57 - $30/hr
Part-time
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Ivy. I am 27 years old with a love for children. I grew up serving in the children ministries at my local church. By profession I am a Registered Nurse. A few hobbies I have are nature walks, painting, and doing activities with my family.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Esha T. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Esha

Rockville, MD
$30/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Esha Tamang. I'm currently a student at Montgomery College. I'm willing to offer children in a healthy, safe, and stable environment. I'm looking forward to help children grow and learn.

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Rockville, MD is $22.09 per hour. Most Rockville families on Nanny Lane pay $20 to $25/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Rockville, 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 Rockville, 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 Rockville can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Rockville 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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