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Claudia O. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Claudia

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

A little bit about me

Hello I’m Claudia Ortiz. I’ve been working with Kids over 4 years. With all kind of ages from infants to pre-k. I’m creative and i also love to teach and have fun indoors and outdoors. I love pets and I do light housekeeping.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

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

Nanny Samani

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

A little bit about me

My name is Samani. I’m a dancer, teacher, writer, and creative. I’ve been working with kids for over a year. I enjoy working with children and taking care of them as well. I love to play outside and do fun activities that will have children engaged. I love to learn and talk with others.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

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

Nanny Ramatulai

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

A little bit about me

I am a rising senior at Morgan state university majoring in psychology on the path to be a BcBa. I love working with children an I have 2 years of experience working as a substitute teacher. My first job as a daycare substitute teacher has taught me a lot about working with kids.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Michelle B. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Michelle

Fort Washington, MD
$18/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I am a friendly, patient, and reliable college student who Is currently taking a gap semester before I attend nursing school in fall. I will be available throughout the majority of the week and would be happy to stay late at nights if needed, in an effort to enable parents to have more time to take care of their work. Though I have yet to have any official position as a nanny, I grew up taking of my younger brother ever since he was born so that my parents would be able to leave for work around 4am-10am every morning for about 6 years straight. I believe this experience makes me eligible for this job position. Thank you for taking time to read my introduction and I hope to work with your family soon :)
Kayla  W. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Kayla

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

A little bit about me

I am very excellent with kids , they love me alot . I have babysitted my cousin baby's and my sisters baby's and even my little sister all the time and I don't have problems with it at all , & I am and excellent help with around the house and cooking !

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Matta G. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Matta

Fort Washington, MD
$30/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I am responsible person , friendly, i have certification like medical assistant and i work 2 years in doctors office , but my certifiation is expired, i have food handling certifications,

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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Lori D. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Lori

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

A little bit about me

Hello! I was a classroom teacher for 20 years…I recently moved to the area from West Virginia!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Olimpia B. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Olimpia

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

A little bit about me

Ordenada, inteligente,sincera y muy capaz

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Kennedy W. - Seeking Work in Fort Washington

Nanny Kennedy

Fort Washington, MD
$17/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Kennedy I'm a 20-year-old college student majoring in psychology. I have 3 younger siblings so caring for your little one would be no problem.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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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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