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Dorothea M. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Dorothea

Baltimore, MD
$20 - $30/hr
Full-time
Occasional
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, I was a licensed family daycare provider with a capacity of (8) children ranging from infancy to 12 years old. I am also an active Sunday school teacher in my church teaching ages 4 to 8 years old I love working with children give me a chance to work with yours😊

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Infants
Special Needs
Caylah M. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Caylah

Baltimore, MD
$16/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Krystalynn O. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Krystalynn

Baltimore, MD
$18.50/hr
Occasional
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Krissy!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Ameir L. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Ameir

Baltimore, MD
$18/hr
Part-time
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello family!
My name is Ameir, I not only take care of children-teenagers but also pets! Can’t wait to get to know you all. 🥰

Have experience working with

Infants
Molly H. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Molly

Baltimore, MD
$16/hr
Occasional
4 years experience

A little bit about me

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Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Shaniyah J. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Shaniyah

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

A little bit about me

Nurturing children and supporting families through reliable, high-quality care is my true passion. With four years of experience, I provide a patient, calm, and imaginative environment for children ranging from infants to pre-teens. I am comfortable caring for up to two children at a time and am happy to assist with light housekeeping to keep your home running smoothly.

I prioritize clear communication by following your preferred method, whether that involves verbal updates at pickup or regular check-ins via text or call. I am always happy to follow your lead on household rules to ensure consistency. Whether we are playing outdoor sports, solving puzzles, or engaging in educational games, I strive to make every day fun and productive. I look forward to the opportunity to become a trusted, creative, and steady presence in your family's life.

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Brielle W. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Brielle

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

A little bit about me

HI! I’m Brielle , I have a love for all children and I am currently in school to be a Pedatric Nurse. I plan on being your child’s safe, fun & thriving place!
Jade J. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Jade

Baltimore, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

i’m jade, i’m 15, I live near druid hill area & love helping around especially with young kids. I can cook & clean!! I love being an entertainment to younger kids and would love to be your kids baby sitter!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Hannah M. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Hannah

Baltimore, MD
$18/hr
Part-time
Occasional
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I am 22 years old. I currently work as an additional adult assistant at an Elementary school. I’ve been in child care for the past 4 years. I have experience with children with Autism.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
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Babysitters by neighbourhood in Baltimore

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Abell • Arcadia • Armistead Gardens • Ashburton • Auchentoroly-Parkwood

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Baltimore Highlands • Baltimore Peninsula • Barclay • Beechfield • Belair - Edison • Belair - Parkside • Bolton Hill • Brewers Hill • Bridgeview-Greenlawn • Broadway East • Bromo Arts District • Brooklyn

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Canton • Canton Industrial Area • Carroll South • Cedmont • Cedonia • Central Forest Park • Central Park Heights • Charles North • Charles Village • Cherry Hill • Cheswolde • Clifton • Cold Spring • Coldstream - Homestead - Montebello • Cross Country • Curtis Bay • Curtis Bay Industrial Area • Cylburn

D

Dorchester • Downtown • Druid Heights • Druid Hill Park

E

East Arlington • East Case • Easterwood • Edmondson • Ednor Gardens - Lakeside • Elwood Park

F

Fallstaff • Federal Hill • Federal Hill-Montgomery • Fells Point • Frankford • Franklin Square

G

Glen • Glenham-Belford • Greater Northwood Covenant Association • Greektown • Greenmount West • Greenspring • Guilford • Gwynn Oak

H

Hamilton Hills • Hampden • Harford - Echodale - Perring Parkway • Harlem Park • Harwood • Highlandtown • Hollins Market • Homeland • Howard Park • Hunting Ridge

I

Inner Harbor • Irvington

J

Jonestown • Joseph Lee

K

Kernewood

L

Lakeland • Loch Raven • Lochearn

M

Madison - Eastend • McDonogh • McElderry Park • Mid-Govans • Middle East • Morgan State University • Morrell Park • Mount Clare • Mount Vernon • Mount Washington

O

Old Goucher • Oliver

P

Park Circle

R

Reservoir Hill • Riverside • Roland Park • Rosemont

S

Sandtown-Winchester • South Baltimore

U

Upton

V

Violetville

W

Waltherson • Westfield

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Aberdeen, MD • Abingdon, MD • Accokeek, MD • Adamstown, MD • Adelphi, MD • Annapolis, MD • Annapolis Junction, MD • Arbutus, MD • Arlington, MD • Arnold, MD • Aspen Hill, MD

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Baldwin, MD • Bel Air, MD • Belcamp, MD • Beltsville, MD • Berlin, MD • Berwyn Heights, MD • Bethesda, MD • Bladensburg, MD • Boonsboro, MD • Bowie, MD • Boyds, MD • Bradshaw, MD • Brandywine, MD • Brentwood, MD • Brookeville, MD • Brooklyn Park, MD • Brunswick, MD • Bryans Road, MD • Burtonsville, MD • Bushwood, MD

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California, MD • Calverton, MD • Cambridge, MD • Camp Springs, MD • Cape Saint Claire, MD • Capitol Heights, MD • Catonsville, MD • Centreville, MD • Charlestown, MD • Charlotte Hall, MD • Chesapeak Bch, MD • Chesapeake Beach, MD • Chesapeake City, MD • Chester, MD • Chestertown, MD • Cheverly, MD • Chevy Chase, MD • Chillum, MD • Chstnt Hl Cv, MD • Church Hill, MD • Churchville, MD • Clarksburg, MD • Clarksville, MD • Clear Spring, MD • Clinton, MD • Cockeysville, MD • Colesville, MD • College Park, MD • Columbia, MD • Cordova, MD • Cresaptown, MD • Crofton, MD • Crownsville, MD • Cumberland, MD

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Damascus, MD • Daniels, MD • Darnestown, MD • Davidsonville, MD • Deale, MD • Delmar, MD • Denton, MD • Dentsville, MD • Derwood, MD • District Heights, MD • Dundalk, MD • Dunkirk, MD

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East New Market, MD • Easton, MD • Edgemere, MD • Edgewater, MD • Edgewood, MD • Eldersburg, MD • Elkridge, MD • Elkton, MD • Ellicott City, MD • Emmitsburg, MD • Essex, MD

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Fairmount Hgt, MD • Fallston, MD • Federalsburg, MD • Finksburg, MD • Forest Heights, MD • Forest Hill, MD • Forestville, MD • Fort Meade, MD • Fort Washington, MD • Frederick, MD • Freeland, MD • Frostburg, MD
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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Baltimore, MD?

The average cost of a babysitter in Baltimore, MD is $20.16 per hour. Most Baltimore families on Nanny Lane pay $18 to $22/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Baltimore, 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 Baltimore, 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 Baltimore can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Baltimore 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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