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Zael E. - Seeking Work in Bowie

Nanny Zael

Bowie, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
9 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Elaiza. I am a mother and a sitter/nanny
I'm from Gabon in central Africa
and been working as a nanny/ babysitter since i came to this country .
I love taking care of kids and love to see them grow and experience new things

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"Elaiza was punctual, went above and beyond, loved to learn and welcome criticism. She loved caring for children of all ages, and took pride in what she did. She has great communication and speaks English and French fluently. She also has her CNA and has great problem- solving skills. Overall she’s was a great employee"
- Shena
Alisha R. - Seeking Work in Bowie

Nanny Alisha

Bowie, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am a mom of three
 My children are twenty,nineteen and twelve. I started babysitting when I was sixteen but was a live on nanny at 21 for three years then I decided to get married and raised my own. I also worked in a school as recess monitor and continued as a tutor through the summers assisting students to build there reading skills. I currently do dinners during the week for the elderly and on the weekend I work at a Suit Company.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kiara D. - Seeking Work in Bowie

Nanny Kiara

Bowie, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

I have always loved working with kids and most importantly being a second hand to families. It has been over 10 years working with a variety of ages ranging from infancy to pre-teen years including my 3 younger siblings. Currently I am a part time nurse assistant and fully vaccinated and CPR/FIRST AID/BLS certified. I will always love and appreciate the bonds I build with not only the children but with the parents as well.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Ayana A. - Seeking Work in Bowie

Nanny Ayana

Bowie, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Ayana Adkins. I am currently getting my certification for medical billing and coding. I love reading, writing, coloring, puzzles, and anything that gets my mind moving. My favorite color is green.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Tamra M. - Seeking Work in Bowie

Nanny Tamra

Bowie, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am very dedicated, and flexible I enjoy and love working with children. I have 11 years of experience working with children. I have 2 kids of my own a 4 year old and 8 year old. Working and helping with children has always been my passion. I started working in daycare at the age of 14 and continued furthering my passion with children I am now 28 years old.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"Tamra love for children and others is unmatched! She always has a smile on her face, positive attitude and greeted everyone staff, parents and children etc… Tamra would always go above and beyond for all the children not just in her classroom…she is also a team player and very creative. I haven’t seen any teacher with the compassion for children as she has! She is very reliable and dependable…she finishes things to the end. Very organized, detailed, clean and respectful, professional, and just an AMAZING person! Tamra will be a great asset to any company or business."
- Felicia
Jayla D. - Seeking Work in Bowie

Nanny Jayla

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

A little bit about me

My name is Jayla Devaughn . Im 21 years old. My last job was a lead infant and toddler teacher at primrose of gambrills . I been in the childhood field for 5-6 years . I work with ages 4months-10 year old . I have all of my certification in childhood. I use to babysit on the weekends . I charger by the hour and how many kids there going to be and if they're any pets .

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Isis G. - Seeking Work in Bowie

Nanny Isis

Bowie, MD
$23 - $30/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

20 year old nursing student, currently have a part time job at a senior home . My birthday July 18th and I have a dog name Daisy'Mae.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Emily R. - Seeking Work in Bowie

Nanny Emily

Bowie, MD
$24/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello dear families my name is Emily, I consider myself as a really experienced nanny, I been working with children for more than 5 years, and am happy to keep learning every day! I'm super responsible and loving , I'll be more than grateful to keep talking and sharing about me an my experience with you! thank you.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Chastity B. - Seeking Work in Bowie

Nanny Chastity

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

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Chastity, I am 19 years old and I am a current student at Hampton University, where I major kinesiology, aspiring to be a professional sport medicine trainer in the near future. In the past I have taken part in various different activities at school like Traditional African Dance and also the Women’s basketball manager. As a child my parents took great care of me and I was able learn as I went along about taking care of children. They put me in different various activities where I was able to express myself and have fun. At the age of eight I became the aunt of my first niece and I was able to care for her with the help and knowledge I gained from my parents. Currently I have 5 nieces and 2 nephews that I have taken care of on a consistent basis. As an Aunt I’ve had to take on different responsibilities such as changing Diapers, preparing bottles and meals, keeping them active and entertained, and cleaned. I have enjoyed being such a great component in their lives.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Bowie, MD?

The average cost of a babysitter in Bowie, MD is $20.88 per hour. Most Bowie families on Nanny Lane pay $18 to $25/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Bowie, MD

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

Bowie 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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