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143 babysitters in Lanham · most families pay $17.32–$22.00/hr

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Ada C. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Ada

Lanham, MD
$17.65/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hard work. Im 54 Gear los very health person i like children and i like house chores
Desiree N. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Desiree

Lanham, MD
$15 - $16/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is desiree Najiy,
I’m 14 years old trying to find a job I enjoy.
I always use to babysit my baby cousins and I enjoyed babysitting them. My Mother will be around so nobody has to worry about there child not being ok and safe, I think everyone should get a chance so I hope y'all can give me one.
Tashira T. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Tashira

Lanham, MD
$17/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello I'm Tashira, 30 years old im a mother of a 3 years old boy, im from Nicaragua, central America, im currently living in Maryland. I love kids easy to deal with, very kind and respectful and I'm a very fun person when it comes to dealing with kids.

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Infants

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Ileana F. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Ileana

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

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Ileana and I have four siblings of all different ages (2 sixteen year olds, a 10 year old, and a 5 year old). I have been babysitting my siblings for years as well as babysitting for family friends. Currently I am 21 years old and I am a college student majoring in Biology and minoring in chemistry. I also have experience with tutoring children :)

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Irma A. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Irma

Lanham, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I am always an honest, kind and responsible person,And I enjoy taking care of kids and animals!.I am fluent in Spanish and have basic English but I’m learning everyday,I’m certified in CPR and First Aid.I am capable of also prepare the kids food and do light house cleaning.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Glenda M. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Glenda

Lanham, MD
$30/hr
Full-time
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello. My name is Glenda, I am looking for a full time or part time position.
I am a friendly, lovely and patient nanny. i have been working with infant and toddlers for more than 10 years. I have CDA, first iAd and Cpr certificates. And I speak English and Spanish. I hope to hear from you soon.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Fatima T. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Fatima

Lanham, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Fatima and I have been babysitting from the young age of 10 I will be 17 this upcoming July and I have a lot experience with children but my specialty are children ages 0-3 .

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Lil B. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Lil

Lanham, MD
$16.19/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

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Have experience working with

Infants
Ambar A. - Seeking Work in Lanham

Nanny Ambar

Lanham, MD
$25/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Amber! I am 24 years old and currently majoring in Business Management. After obtaining my degree, I hope to open a daycare of my own! I have four years of previous experience babysitting children as young as 4 months to eight years old! I love doing arts and crafts, singing, and going to the park with the kids. I love animals and have no problem with pets being in the house. I can also help with meal prep and light housekeeping. I can’t wait to hear from you!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Lanham, MD is $19.78 per hour. Most Lanham families on Nanny Lane pay $17.32 to $22.00/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Lanham, MD

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

Lanham 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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