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Rates last updated August 2026
Guadalupe G. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Guadalupe

Silver Spring, MD
$16/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Guadalupe Garcia, I prefer the name lupita. I am a 19 year old college student majoring in early childhood education. I love being active and staying on my feet, I am responsible, respectful, and reliable.
Larissa Elody N. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Larissa Elody

Silver Spring, MD
$25/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m Larissa Ndzana
I’m 32 years old I’m a kind person , calm and patient , caring for others . Hardworking punctual and ,resilient
Sometimes I place people before me

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Makayla S. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Makayla

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

A little bit about me

My name is makayla and I am full time college student at MC. I am currently majoring in nusring but I want to go in pediactric. I've vollenteered with kids for about 3 years now.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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April C. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny April

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

A little bit about me

Young professional with a Master of Education with 5+ years of professional experience working with children ranging from behavioral health roles to roles in academia.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Natalyia N. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Natalyia

Silver Spring, MD
$12/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Natalyia Nash I graduated from Chowan University with a bachelor of science in Recreation, Wellness, and Sports I’m 23 years old I’ve been an aid for a elementary school and I just recently worked at a summer camp for kids with disabilities, mental illnesses, and ptsd I love helping people. I’m accountable, honest, respectable, and dedicated. Always willing to learn knew things

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jessica M. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Jessica

Silver Spring, MD
$19.78/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Jessica Mages! I am 19 years old and I attended Towson University majoring in elementary education. I love spending time and working with kids! I’m excited to start a new journey and to continue to have new experiences!

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Yubies U. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Yubies

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

A little bit about me

My name is Yubies, I'm 39 years old and I'm interested in working as a nanny in the United States. I have experience in caring for children of all ages, which has allowed me to develop patience, responsibility and dedication in each of my tasks.

I consider myself a responsible, proactive and committed person to my work. I am always willing to learn and adapt to the needs of each family; any task that is explained to me, I do it with pleasure and attention.

For me, taking care of children is a great responsibility, so I try to provide them with a safe, peaceful and respectful environment, also supporting their development and well-being.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Zeguela B. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Zeguela

Silver Spring, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I'm a mother of 3 kids ,age between 18,15 and 9.And i was working with the kids before.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Fedline L. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Fedline

Silver Spring, MD
$30/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

My is fedline IM good worker

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Silver Spring, MD is $21.11 per hour. Most Silver Spring families on Nanny Lane pay $19 to $25/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Silver Spring, MD

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

Silver Spring 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!

And of course, as you learn how to hire a babysitter, Nanny Lane's nanny services are here to help you along the way.

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