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Olivia F. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Olivia

Ellicott City, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

I am 27 years old with a lot of experience in child care of all ages!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Aaliyah S. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Aaliyah

Ellicott City, MD
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Aaliyah Smith, I am 22 years old and I would love to help anyone who needs help! I am in college to be a child’s psychiatrist because I love kids and want to help them the best I can. I have been taking care of kids since I was 4 years old so I have a lot of experience. That includes taking care of those dirty diapers. I do have dyed hair and tattoos so some people might be skeptical of me by glance but I don’t let that bother me. I believe you should care about people by their heart and not their appearance. I have a weekend job that pays for my scholarship so anyone who needs a nanny while they are at work during the week Monday-Thursday. I would love to help. I don't mind doing any cleaning, taking to appointments, pickups, and drop-offs and if you just need a moment alone I have no problem taking the kiddos on a grocery store field trip. I look forward to getting to know you! -Aaliyah
Megan B. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Megan

Ellicott City, MD
$17/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Megan, I am a senior at Howard High, I love working with kids and helping out families no matter the situation.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR

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Gabrielle O. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Gabrielle

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

A little bit about me

My name is Gabrielle and I am a current senior at Baruch College majoring in biology. I’ve always felt my self drawn to children and helping them learn and grow as well as being a positive role model for them. I’ve always baby sat younger children including my younger sibling and then when I became old enough, I began working at YMCA as a camp councilor. I am available any day and can start ASAP.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Elizabeth J. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Elizabeth

Ellicott City, MD
$15/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I love kids and all animals. I enjoy writing music, singing, playing instruments, and doing arts and crafts!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Margot H. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Margot

Ellicott City, MD
$22/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

I am 20 years old, and I am trying to find a job in babysitting/nannying, for then, I will quit my job in retail. I love working with kids and I've been sitting for 6 years now, with kids from ages 1-9. I am flexible for driving, cleaning, meal prep, and I get my CPR/First AID certification renewed on 5/22/26.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Suni B. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Suni

Ellicott City, MD
$30/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

I administer one-on-one care and meet the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs of the children. I strive to contribute to a safe, caring, nurturing, and stimulating environment.

My strengths as a nanny include being a responsible, reliable, and caring person. I tailor routines to the individual needs of each child, helping them feel secure, safe, and as alert as possible.

Key qualities I bring as a nanny:

Creating a safe, nurturing environment
Engaging and child-focused approach
Compassionate and patient demeanor
Excellent communication skills
I have been working with children for the past 20 years, and in my spare time, I focus on planning the next steps to help support the child's development.

One thing you should know about me is that I provide customized and personalized childcare, specifically tailored to each child's needs, in their home environment.

My skills include patience, compassion, planning, time management, CPR certified, and active listening.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Lizeth meliza C. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Lizeth meliza

Ellicott City, MD
$21/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I am an experienced nanny looking for a full time nanny position. My zip code is 21042 (Ellicott city) and I'm ideally looking for a job nearby . I am native spanish speaker, fluent in english, I have a degree in bachelor degree in English teacher in my home country and experience volunteering in schools as dangling teacher. I love cooking, crafts, sports, playing outside or going to the library. I am covid and flu vaccinated. i have experience with infants, toddlers and school age kids. I am open to work with all ages. My availability is M-F from 7:30 am 6 pm ish, also occasional babysitting for date nights. I have my own transportation.
My rate for 1 child is 22 hr/hr (negotiable depending on the tasks)
Ok doing light housekeeping and children's laundry.
Available to start ASAP

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kendra M. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Kendra

Ellicott City, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

UPDATE: Hi everyone! I feel so blessed to still get so many message requests and inquiries from so many beautiful parents and families! Unfortunately I no longer have a vehicle, therefore I will have to put Nannying on pause! Thank you everyone for understanding, and I should hopefully be back soon! Much love & many blessings! 😊

Hi all! My name is Kendra and I’m so excited to meet the family and children I’ll be nannying for! I’ve worked with children most of my life. For 5 years I worked at a daycare, and for the past 3 summers Ive been Cheer coach for young children. I also have 3 nephews and 1 niece who I absolutely adore. I love children and can’t wait to meet you! 😊

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Ellicott City, MD is $19.84 per hour. Most Ellicott City families on Nanny Lane pay $18.00 to $21.75/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Ellicott City, MD

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

Ellicott City 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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