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Marisol R. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Marisol

Baltimore, MD
$17/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am a mommy of two kids a 4 year old and a 5 year old that is trying to get some extra money by doing ocasional babysitting

Certification

First Aid
Trinity J. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Trinity

Baltimore, MD
$15/hr
Occasional
7 years experience

A little bit about me

I have 3 sliding one older the other to younger I like helping out as much as I can I don’t like asking for help

Have experience working with

Infants
Anne B. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Anne

Baltimore, MD
$20 - $40/hr
Occasional
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi
I have extensively worked with children in different settings :)

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Amiera A. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Amiera

Baltimore, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
Occasional
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Amiera I’m 20 years old i currently work with kids with autism

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Khadidja B. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Khadidja

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

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Phoebe B. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Phoebe

Baltimore, MD
$17/hr
Part-time
Occasional
2 years experience

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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M E. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny M

Baltimore, MD
$50/hr
Part-time
Occasional
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I have 10+ years experience.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Zariyana D. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Zariyana

Baltimore, MD
$16/hr
Occasional
3 years experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Vina B. - Seeking Work in Baltimore

Nanny Vina

Baltimore, MD
$19/hr
Occasional
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m vina,nice to meet you

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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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 $19.50 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 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!

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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