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Norka G. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Norka

Fort Washington, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Soy una joven super didáctica le encanta jugar, enseñar y sobre todo proteger como si fuera mi niño

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Lil D. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Lil

Fort Washington, MD
$16.27/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Deza! I am creative, kind, caring and patient. I love kids!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Adis B. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Adis

Fort Washington, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Adis I’m 28 years old.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Melanni T. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Melanni

Fort Washington, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
[Pamela  P. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny [Pamela

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

A little bit about me

i have Nanny experience
Jordynn B. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Jordynn

Fort Washington, MD
$25/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid

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Nikkia R. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Nikkia

Fort Washington, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Nikkia I am 31 years old I have been on childcare for a couple years now. I am CPR certified. I also have a 3 year old daughter I have been on childcare for over six years now I graduated 2011

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Taniya S. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Taniya

Fort Washington, MD
$16 - $19/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Taniya Stephens, I am 19 years old , I have graduated high school and in college for my bachelors degree in elementary education, I really enjoy working with kids, i’ve worked at two daycares as a aide.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Tehmina S. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Tehmina

Fort Washington, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, i have more then 20 years of experience of child care.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Fort Washington, MD?

The average cost of a babysitter in Fort Washington, MD is $18.60 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 Fort Washington, MD

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

Fort Washington 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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