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Yolimar P. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Yolimar

Laurel, MD
$17/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hola! Me llamo Yolimar soy de Venezuela, me gustaría trabajar como niñera ya que tengo la capacidad y las características para ello. Me gusta mucho los niños, para mí es mi felicidad cuidarlos. Anteriormente mi trabajo era sobre ellos, y en mi país también estuve trabajando un tiempo. Me encantaría que pudiéramos trabajar justos y poner demostrar mis actitudes

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Lily S. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Lily

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

A little bit about me

My name is Abigail a 23 year old girl I have experience with kids because I have a 2 year old son I’m hard working and discipline and patience with kids

Certification

First Aid
Tania H. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Tania

Laurel, MD
$16.50/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Amable
Responsables
Onestà
Me encanta los niños
Me gusta jugar con ellos
Me gustos cosinar
Soy cuidadosa
Soy educada

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid

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Katiusca C. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Katiusca

Laurel, MD
$19/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I can take care of your child with a lot of love, and teach him Spanish.

I speak Spanish
Kendall P. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Kendall

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

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Kendall Perdue! I am currently a graduate student at the University of Maryland College Park. Since high school, I have had lots of experience with children in summer camps, gym facilities, and youth mentorship. I look forward to spending time with your children and being of service!

Certification

CPR
Ma B. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Ma

Laurel, MD
$16.47/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Blessing and I had a lot of experience took care new born baby at hospital as a nurse aid. And also I had my own daughter. Thank you .

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Sabina C. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Sabina

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

A little bit about me

I have worked in a daycare where I would look after couple of children with the ages between 1-5 years old. Some of the duties that were assigned to me were changing diapers, feeding on time, putting them to sleep, cleaning, playing, etc. If you hire me, I assure you I'll take care of your kids very well and follow the rules as you prefer.
Diamond R. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Diamond

Laurel, MD
$26/hr
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi ! My name is Diamond, and I’m an experienced nanny with about 5 years of childcare experience. I currently work at Kiddie Academy and have a passion for helping children learn, grow, and thrive.

I’m available Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. I can start two weeks from a confirmed start date.

If you’re looking for a reliable, caring, and experienced nanny, feel free to send me a message. I’d love to chat and see if I’m a good fit for your family!

Thank you!

Have experience working with

Infants
Nicole B. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Nicole

Laurel, MD
$16/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am a very reliable, organized, and trustworthy provider. I love working with all age children. I also worked as an assistant for special needs children.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Laurel, MD is $19.71 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 Laurel, MD

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

Laurel 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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