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Jazmin H. - Seeking Work in Severn

Nanny Jazmin

Severn, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Jazmin I just arrived from California. I have been working for a school for 17 years infant and toddler I got certificates for child development from Pierce college in California.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Rebekah R. - Seeking Work in Severn

Nanny Rebekah

Severn, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi There! I have 10 years of babysitting and camp counseling experience with children from 10months-17. I’m used to planning activities and keeping kids engaged for the whole day rain or shine!

I have done CPR, first aid training, I’m also SafeTalk and ASIST certified in suicide prevention.

I have a BA in History, Russian, and French, from the University of Toronto and an MS in Journalism from Columbia University. I love working with families from diverse backgrounds and have nannied children who speak French and attend immersion schools.

I’m happy to provide homework help. My strongest subjects are reading assistance (especially early readers), social studies, and would feel most comfortable assisting with math up to Algebra 2. I have a drivers license and a car. I’m also happy to provide multiple references upon request.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Dinelle B. - Seeking Work in Severn

Nanny Dinelle

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

A little bit about me

A medical assistant who loves kids dearly and will take care of them. I have a lot of unpaid sitting experience and I have worked in the Medical field with a lot of pediatric hours offering care to patients. I have 2 children agree less than 1 year and 10 years who are well cared for. I am an avid reader who reads to my son daily and spends Quality time with my kids playing and doing educational activities. I am also educationed with a science degree and is presently preparing to pursue my masters degree.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Hannah P. - Seeking Work in Severn

Nanny Hannah

Severn, MD
$16/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Hannah. I’m 21 years old and I’ve been caring for children/adults since the age of 14. I have a 2 year old daughter who is very active so I can keep up with kids who have a lot of energy. I just recently moved to Maryland from Virginia so I’m still new to the area but I love what I’ve seen so far!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Jordyn D. - Seeking Work in Severn

Nanny Jordyn

Severn, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Jordyn! I have watched babysat kids every summer since 2013. I am fun and energetic with the kids.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Candyce H. - Seeking Work in Severn

Nanny Candyce

Severn, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Tristin G. - Seeking Work in Severn

Nanny Tristin

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

A little bit about me

Im 18 years old
I have a big fitness career and I love working with kids

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Daysha J. - Seeking Work in Severn

Nanny Daysha

Severn, MD
$15.38/hr
Part-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello , I’m Daysha I’m a junior in high school I’m pretty fun I don’t do any type of drugs or drinking I feel very uncomfortable with that around me I love kids I love doing crafts going for walks so games in the house but , I will treat them like they would be mines but I don’t have nun lol once again I’m daysha I’m very nice , I’m very kind , I give all attention to kids because they are so adorable and I would have full respect to anyone and very responsible

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Infants
Tamina B. - Seeking Work in Severn

Nanny Tamina

Severn, MD
$17/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Tamina , and I’m currently a freshman in college working toward my degree in Childhood Development. I have a strong passion for working with young children and helping them grow, which started during my time working at a daycare. That experience gave me hands-on insight into early childhood education and inspired me to pursue it as a career.

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Infants
Special Needs

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Severn, MD is $20.01 per hour. Most Severn 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 Severn, MD

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

Severn 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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