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Fatimah A. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Fatimah

Columbia, MD
$35/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, I’m Fatimah! I’m a caring and dependable nanny based in Columbia, MD with hands-on experience caring for infants and toddlers. I’ve worked professionally in both daycare and private nanny roles. I love creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can grow, explore, and build confidence. I incorporate early learning activities, language development (including Spanish), and age-appropriate play into our daily routine. Families describe me as patient, attentive, and trustworthy — someone who truly treats every child like family.

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Infants
Rafaela D. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Rafaela

Columbia, MD
$24 - $25/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sydney S. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Sydney

Columbia, MD
$19.21/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I enjoy taking care of kids because I love how sweet they are and i love making them happy. I also like to cook and take care of the ones around me.

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Des D. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Des

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

A little bit about me

Hello I'm Destiny, looking for a decent job that pays well, I'm very goof with kids, been babysitting my whole life.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Chinaza I. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Chinaza

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

A little bit about me

I’m Chinaza
. As a nanny,I become an integral part of a family’s life, providing care, guidance, and sometimes even educational support to children of various ages. I am student of PGCC. I also need this job to support my education.

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Special Needs
Blu C. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Blu

Columbia, MD
$16/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I'm a 3.7 gpa Howard high school student athlete! Im a competitive dancer, tennis player, and cheerleader. I live in the Columbia/Ellicott City area right off of 100. Although unpaid, I have experience in child care, tutoring, and reception. I wish that babysitting can help me prepare for life outside of high school so i can begin saving for my first apartment!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Dionne S. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Dionne

Columbia, MD
$30/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I’m nice , considerate of others and love children.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ayesha A. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Ayesha

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

A little bit about me

This is Ayesha Aziz. Studying at the University of Maryland as a junior majoring in Sociology. I'm planning on doing a weekend-only part-time nanny job. Since I'm a full-time student, I want to be able to gain experience by taking care of and looking after children. The younger cousins, siblings, and two nephews I have were mostly under my care, since I knew the parents always needed time away from children, I am always the first one to volunteer for their care. Being a nanny is something I'm incredibly enthusiastic about. Speaking from experience, our neighbors had twins, and we had to babysit them for a while, I learned to help them study and encouraged them to take naps, have playtime, and eat lunch or dinner before returning home.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Valeria L. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Valeria

Columbia, MD
$17/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, My Name is Valeria Lopez, I am 19 years old I was born here in the united states but when I was 3 months old my parents decided to return to my original country because of some personal problems. I decided to come back when I was 16 years old so that way I could study here and have a better future for myself. I have never worked before just like 4 months in a cleaning company and since that, I have not worked in another place I go to church every Sunday and I take care of little kids and I love it, it would be a great and fantastic opportunity to work for your family, I really love dogs too. I am currently studying in college as a dental hygienist I study Monday through Thursday and I am completely off Friday. I am gonna be completely honest I don't speak a hundred percent English I am in like the middle but I understand a lot and I've been learning in my college because I am taking oral speaking classes. if you give me the chance I would not disappoint you!

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Special Needs
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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Columbia, MD?

The average cost of a babysitter in Columbia, MD is $20.50 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 Columbia, MD

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

Columbia 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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