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Reagan C. - Seeking Work in Essex

Nanny Reagan

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

A little bit about me

My name is Reagan, I am 17 soon to be 18, and have 1.5 years experience working in childcare at a local childcare facility :)
ShaNiya J. - Seeking Work in Essex

Nanny ShaNiya

Essex, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
9 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m ShaNiya. Everybody likes to call me Niya or NiNi for short. I been an Aunt and babysitting since I was 10 hence the 2011! I’ve watched kids from newborns to 12 years of age since middle school. I’m 19 years old now and I’m still willing to watch and look after your kids while you are busy. I’m never too far! Message me for more info on me and possibly to offer me the job :)

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Kristen H. - Seeking Work in Essex

Nanny Kristen

Essex, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Kristen I am 21 year's old and I love taking care of kids so if interested contact me, I can also cook and do light housekeeping if needed.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Shamya C. - Seeking Work in Essex

Nanny Shamya

Essex, MD
$15/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I am very energetic and loving towards kids i know how to calm screaming children and also i have experience with special needs children i worked with a group of special needs children in a social group that i was assisting also i am 16 so i am old enough and experienced enough to take good care of young children but also can relate to the 10 and up children as well my availability is monday-thursday: 3:00pm-9:00pm friday-sunday:8:00am-5:30pm i also work at a haunted house in october so in September i will have more availability friday-sunday and after october

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Rosetta J. - Seeking Work in Essex

Nanny Rosetta

Essex, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
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Nanny •🧞‍♀️courtney🧞‍♀️•

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

A little bit about me

my name is Courtney brown I’m 17 years I am good with children and would love to baby sit and I’m still in school

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

First Aid

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Norrika B. - Seeking Work in Essex

Nanny Norrika

Essex, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a great individual and a mother have 2 kids a 5 and 1 year old,

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Stephanie M. - Seeking Work in Essex

Nanny Stephanie

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

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Anayelie R. - Seeking Work in Essex

Nanny Anayelie

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

A little bit about me

Hola me llamo Anayeli soy madre de 1 niña y tengo poco de experiencia ya que soy mamá y he cuidado niños de hasta 8 años

Have experience working with

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Essex, MD is $18.67 per hour. Most Essex families on Nanny Lane pay $16.81 to $20.12/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Essex, 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 Essex, 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 Essex can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Essex 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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