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India R. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny India

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

A little bit about me

Incredibly excited to join The Brodie
and I'm fascinated with online searching.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Melani G. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Melani

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

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Ivette R. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Ivette

Rockville, MD
$20.39/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Jennifer L. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Jennifer

Rockville, MD
$22/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Denia G. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Denia

Rockville, MD
$30/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

I have experience working in child care center for 7 years

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Luana A. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Luana

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

A little bit about me

My name is Luana, I am 17 years old, and I speak fluent english and Portuguese. I don’t have years of experience with babysitting, but I have babysat before, two kids. I also have a younger sister, and a big love for children. I am very comfortable with pets and even helping your child with their homework!

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Betiel Z. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Betiel

Rockville, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am a mom of three & love to take care off kids.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Malena S. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Malena

Rockville, MD
$22/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Beatrice  M. - Seeking Work in Rockville

Nanny Beatrice

Rockville, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Beatrice and I'm currently a sophomore at RMHS. I've haven't been working as a babysitter, but I've been taking care of kids since I was 8-12 and half years old, and love it. I started by watching my two younger brothers and then our neighborhood. over the past four and a half years, I've been watching their kids primarily with infants and toddlers, but I love kids of all ages. if it's okay for you I will like to take the kids outside to play with them, but if not I whip out my origami skills to play with them. In my free time, I love reading, listening to music, watching movies with my two brothers and two sisters.

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Special Needs

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Rockville, MD is $22.10 per hour. Most Rockville families on Nanny Lane pay $20 to $25/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Rockville, MD

Nanny Lane is a child care website meant to help you find a babysitter in your area. Our child care services include background checks, a dedicated hiring agent, and payroll.

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

Rockville 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!

And of course, as you learn how to hire a babysitter, Nanny Lane's nanny services are here to help you along the way.

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