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Amavi D. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Amavi

Gaithersburg, MD
$16/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Amavi Ameyo Dodza Dagadzi

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Palaghianu S. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Palaghianu

Gaithersburg, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience
Iris C. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Iris

Gaithersburg, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
9 years experience

A little bit about me

I am an honest and hardworking person, my priority is to take care of the safety and integrity of the children, I love to see happy childrens

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Alexis C. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Alexis

Gaithersburg, MD
$16/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Alexis! I am a senior in High school. I love to cook, bake, do arts and crafts and watch movies. I am a very active person and in fluent in ASL. I am CPR and first Aid certified. It would be a pleasure to work with you and your family!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Fernanda F. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Fernanda

Gaithersburg, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Fernanda. I am originally from Brazil. I am here in the US for about 14 years now. I am a mother of two wonderfull daughters ages 5 and 7 years old. I enjoyed very much to take care of kids. I am reliable. I took many classes childhood related at montgomery college.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Noemy S. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Noemy

Gaithersburg, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I Have 26 years experience as a nanny.i have
Cared for mostly i fants.and toddlers. Im olso used to working with pets at tome.
I Drive my minivan to ollow for transportation.of children if nedeed

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Jennifer F. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Jennifer

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

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Jennifer, I’m from El Salvador. I’m 20 years old and I have a 3yr old. I love working with kids.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Janiia L. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Janiia

Gaithersburg, MD
$17/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Janiia. I’m 16 great with kids love working wit baby’s toddlers and young children.
LeSlie C. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny LeSlie

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

A little bit about me

Hola buen día 😊
Mi nombre es Leslie soy peruana, tengo 34 años tengo mi hijo de 12 años, he tenido la linda oportunidad de ser nanny de recién nacidos y también niños pequeños, me encanta cuidarlos soy muy cuidadosa en todo aspecto, me gusta hacer las cosas bien y que la familia se sienta contenta con mi trabajo, les daría mucha atención y amor, en mi país fui administradora, diseñadora gráfica de profesión y repostera empírica de corazón. Vivo en Gauthersburg con mi esposo y mi hijo.

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Special Needs

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Gaithersburg, MD is $18.18 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 Gaithersburg, MD

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

Gaithersburg 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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