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Gloria H. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Gloria

Silver Spring, MD
$23/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Gloria.
I have been a nanny for the past six years .
I speak spanish, I have a certificate in CPR and Basic First Aid.
I am very responsable person,loving,patient,organized,creative and punctual.
I was a teacher of elementary school in my country Colombia for many years and my knowledge has allowed me to offer programs to children to help them development.
I am looking for a full time job Monday to Friday. My experince is with babies from newborns to toddles, preschooders,and kindergarden.I know how to make a plan with different activites for them.
References availables
I am vaccined against covid 19

Certification

First Aid
Lauren C. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Lauren

Silver Spring, MD
$25/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Retired creative career nanny

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Israa I. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Israa

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

A little bit about me

My name israa I come to USA about one month i speake very little english
I have baclorios of low from Iraq

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Katarina K. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Katarina

Silver Spring, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Leticia K. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Leticia

Silver Spring, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Leticia Kuida Ngassa am 16 year old.i have experience of taking care of kids but neve had it as a job I usually do it for fun.i will be very delightful to start having a job experience.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Ira Sheila V. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Ira Sheila

Silver Spring, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I am Ira Sheila Valle and I have an experience in a Day Care Center for more than 3 years. I took care of children ages 1 to 3 years old and Children with Special Healthcare needs. Recently, I worked as a Community Health Outreach Worker in the Hospital in Saipan. I am a kind and hardworking person, trustworthy and love to work with children. I don’t have yet a CPR or First Aid license but I am willing to get it once I am hired.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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Yizeni A. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Yizeni

Silver Spring, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello My name is yizeni and i work for like 1 year now because i like kids and i like to babysite people and i just tink they are funny to hang around.
Adanech A. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Adanech

Silver Spring, MD
$22/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My goals as a Nanny is to take care of children, help them grow, and watch them have fun! I am willing to do housekeeping that includes light housework, laundry, and meal preparation.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Alvyn T. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Alvyn

Silver Spring, MD
$19/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am very clean and organized. I love doing arts and crafts with all the children I care for. I am punctual person and I always make sure to meet parents standards. I am freshly out of high-school and would love the opportunity to take care of your children!

Have experience working with

Infants
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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Silver Spring, MD?

The average cost of a babysitter in Silver Spring, MD is $21.40 per hour. Most Silver Spring families on Nanny Lane pay $19 to $25/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Silver Spring, MD

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Understand Babysitter Responsibilities in Silver Spring, 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 Silver Spring can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Silver Spring 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!

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