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Ksenya D. - Seeking Work in Edgewater

Nanny Ksenya

Edgewater, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! my name is ksenya and i love kids and having fun and making them laugh and making sure they have fun and are well fed and happy

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Rosalba R. - Seeking Work in Edgewater

Nanny Rosalba

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

A little bit about me

My favorito color is sage im a extroverg can make friends Just fine and love corgis

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Lori M. - Seeking Work in Edgewater

Nanny Lori

Edgewater, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I have three children, two girls (4 and 8 years) and one boy (3 years). I currently work at a preschool in the infant department. I have the most experience with ages from infants - 4 years old. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I also have 90 Hour Preschool Certification and a 45 Hour Infant/Toddler Certification.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Jamison M. - Seeking Work in Edgewater

Nanny Jamison

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

A little bit about me

I am a 2020 HS graduate that is looking for a nanny job. I was scheduled to work a summer camp this summer but that has been cancelled due to corona.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Shelby J. - Seeking Work in Edgewater

Nanny Shelby

Edgewater, MD
$16/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Shelby Jordan, I’m currently a preschool teacher at an in home daycare in Annapolis, Md. we currently have 8 kids enrolled, ages varying from 10 months to 5 years of age! We do anything from arts & crafts, to yoga, outside time & we our preschool program is called The Mother Goose program. I’ve been here a little over 2 years now, part time for about a year and coming up on a full year full time.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Anne M. - Seeking Work in Edgewater

Nanny Anne

Edgewater, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Mom of two (1 year old and 2 year old) looking to take on nannying as I step back from my job managing cleanrooms at NASA. Experienced therapeutic recreation counselor.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Casey M. - Seeking Work in Edgewater

Nanny Casey

Edgewater, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Ive always loved caring for children. I recently worked for the All American Steakhouse as a server/hostess and looking for a new opportunity

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Campbell B. - Seeking Work in Edgewater

Nanny Campbell

Edgewater, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Estela M O. - Seeking Work in Edgewater

Nanny Estela M

Edgewater, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Mom of a 10 years old boy. I had work with several families in the area from 3 month to 7 years old.

Have experience working with

Infants

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Edgewater, MD is $18.17 per hour. The cost of a babysitter is dependent on the babysitter’s experience, qualifications and location.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Edgewater, MD

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

Edgewater 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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