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Alexandra F. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Alexandra

Lanham, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Alexandra! I am 18 years old, I’ve worked taking care of kids since I was 14, i am looking for longterm babysitting job!

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Infants
Delmi P. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Delmi

Lanham, MD
$15/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello families, I have child care experience and I would like to take care of your child while you are at work or home. I'm a mother of two kids. I love kids. Please reach me I'm flexible with the schedule and days. Thank you!
Adama B. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Adama

Lanham, MD
$18.50/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I'm a Kinesiology Pre-Physical Therapy Major, and I want to specialize in Pediatric Physical Therapy! Love kids!

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Infants
Special Needs

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Kyla P. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Kyla

Lanham, MD
$19/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I'm a positive and energetic young adult. For several years, I worked on and off babysitting & assisting with children mostly because I love working with kids. I can help with laundry, errands, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, cooking/meal prep. I am open to other tasked if required/requested. With all my skills and experience, I'm able to provide a supervised, safe, and stable environment for your little ones.

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CPR
First Aid
Vera O. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Vera

Lanham, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Vera I am 21 year old. I’m about to be 4th year student at Penn State University and I am a psychology major. I am also a research assistant for my schools context and developmental lab, and a soon to be yoga instructor. I have been nannying toddler(s) for 2 years now, and have been working long term with a family in DC for almost about 2 years. Their son is about to start school the end of May, so I’m looking for a new job.
I am really good with children! I take him to field trip almost every week (btw, I drive), make him lunch, change diapers, and clean up the house. Sometimes, I really like cooking with him I think it’s really fun and important for a children to be really interactive helps with children development!
Some more things that I do, is really like to do cute picnics, tea time, dress up, and fun dance parties.
I am really big in education, so I like to teach French, teaching children about meditation, and in general the world!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sashona H. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Sashona

Lanham, MD
$18/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a full time social worker , however during college I babysit for 2 years. I was responsible for 3 children under eight, youngest 9months . My responsibilities were cleaning , cooking , doing laundry , homework and taking them to the park.I recently babysit a family friend 11 month old baby for a month. I love children and enjoy connecting with them . Also I’m the oldest of 8 and my youngest sibling is 7 . I am very reliable and open to any new task.

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Infants
Special Needs

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Catherine C. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Catherine

Lanham, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Catherine I’m 19 years old. I’ve been working with kids since 2023. I’ve had a little over 2 years of experience. I’ve worked as a babysitter/nanny and since then I’ve been working in daycare settings. I love teaching children and caring for them. It has definitely prepared me for when I have kids of my own. I would like to get back to the babysitting/nanny setting and gain a bond with not only the children but also families as well.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Eulalia A. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Eulalia

Lanham, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hola, soy una chica Colombiana, estoy soltera asi que no tengo ningún problema con mudarme, hablo español pero quiero aprender inglés. Me gustan los niños, en mi país siempre cuidaba a mis sobrinos, tengo 26 años y soy muy responsable.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Nura H. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Nura

Lanham, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I grew up in a loving home with my 5 siblings in the second oldest and I take care of all my little cousins as well so I have alot of experience with kids

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Lanham, 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 Lanham, MD

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

Lanham 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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