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Ngozi O. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Ngozi

Laurel, MD
$17.58/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is ngozi , I’m very passionate caring and patient I derive joy in assisting or taking care of kids or adults who need my assistant in caring for them. Have been into care job for 4 year and all my clients and family love me some later became like families to me.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Monica L. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Monica

Laurel, MD
$18/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

I have several years of childcare experience Both in a classroom and home setting. Having also been a 911 dispatcher I have emergency medical training including cpr and first aid. I raised two incredible sons and currently have six grandchildren. I am in the Laurel area because I am here to help with 2 of my grandchildren. They are in school during the day, however this does, limit my available hours to 10 a.m. thru 3 p.m. during the day but I am also available at night anytime between 5 p.m and 7 a.m. I have taken multiple early childcare development courses while working in daycare. I get along well with children and love watching them grow and learn.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Veronic A. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Veronic

Laurel, MD
$17.59/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

My name Veronic I'm a mother of two but their not here with me at the moment I'm a hard working girl I love children alot I'm 27 years.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Glennis R. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Glennis

Laurel, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Fun loving caring person

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Myrakol H. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Myrakol

Laurel, MD
$17/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, i’m Myrakol I cater to all children, and families that needs a nanny!
I love working with all kids, i’ve been working with kids since 2019 it’s something i’m truly passionate about.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jennifer M. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Jennifer

Laurel, MD
$19/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a young. 22 years old with experience in taking care of children I am clean I feed them healthy juice with them in a nice environment I teach them good habits

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid

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Jenifer W. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Jenifer

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

A little bit about me

I am Jenifer A Williams. I am a 17-year-old high school student who loves babysitting children of all ages. I am Red Cross certified for babysitting. In this class, I learned CPR and basic first aid. I’m looking forward to helping you care for your children.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Myah M. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Myah

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

A little bit about me

I’m very soft spoken and patient. i’m focused and understanding and i love to make others smile. i’m always looking to make others like just a little easier , anything i can do to help i will!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Chinyere O. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Chinyere

Laurel, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Chinyere Obichere but you can call me Chi-Chi for short. I am a mother of two children both aged 15 and 1.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Laurel, MD is $18.08 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 Laurel, MD

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

Laurel 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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