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Heaven P. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Heaven

Fort Washington, MD
$15/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Heaven, I been babysitting for 4 year ,I love playing with kids helping with school work and also cooking, especially baking with kids!. I’m vary reliable person when it come to kids I also have no problem cleaning up.

Have experience working with

Infants
Nyla S. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Nyla

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

A little bit about me

Hiiii my name is Nyla I am 19 years old. I have worked at a day care with the ages 0-2 and an elementary school ages 4. I adore children and believe that they need all the extra love they can get. I more of a face to face type person so I hope this is enough to get you to consider me and hopefully a more in depth conversation.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Amanda M. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Amanda

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

A little bit about me

Hi, my names Amanda . I am 18 years old. I’m in my last year of high school and I’m doing online school. I have 3 younger siblings ages 13, 12, and 4. I like to do outdoor activities. I enjoy writing and journalism. I love trying new things. I am an open book!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR

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Madison F. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Madison

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

A little bit about me

Hello! I’m madison , although having no medical experience , my school provides a medical care class that goes over everything that is needed when dealing with CPR , allergic reactions , and more , i’m very outgoing and creative ! i would love to have fun and do arts and crafts with someone’s lovely kids !

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Ayden B. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Ayden

Fort Washington, MD
$19.19/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I'm Ayden i am 18 years old, i have been babysitting since I was 16 years old and I use to take care of my younger brothers and sisters and I have always loved working with kids.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Emonie S. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Emonie

Fort Washington, MD
$17/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, My name is Emonie. I am a high school graduate. I am new to being a nanny. However I am not new to babysitting! I love taking care of babies and kids. My expenses are mostly with infants though I did do volunteer work at an elementary school for a year during high school. I have over 5 years of childcare experience; during high school and middle school. I am able to help with additional activities such as light house keeping, before and after school care and transportation. I am CPR certified and have a drivers license. During my free time I like to read, watch tv, do all things craft related and learning new skills.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Sandra S. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Sandra

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

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Sandra. I’m a mother of 2 (now older). I am passionate about children and extremely patient. In addition, I am a native Spanish speaker

Have experience working with

Infants
Karen M. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Karen

Fort Washington, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Karen I’m a mother of two kids for the last 10 years I use to work like a babysitter for my neighbors and have certified CDA 150 hours and like kids I raised many kids from my neighborhood if you need references or more information please let me know thanks 🙏 🙋‍♀️

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Angie P. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Angie

Fort Washington, MD
$17/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Angie. I love working with children and it’s something I have been passionate about since I was young. I have 3 years of paid experience & 6-7 years of unpaid experience. My job is to provide a safe, fun & loving environment for each children.

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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