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Abby P. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Abby

Silver Spring, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hola! Mi nombre es Aby Portillo, tengo 32 años de edad, soy mamá primeriza de una princesa de 4 años. Tengo experiencia cuidando bebés de meses, niños pequeños y niños grandes. He trabajado alrededor de 5 años con diferentes familias. Actualmente estoy buscando trabajo de niñera tiempo completo. Me gusta jugar con los niños, soy divertida y siento que conecto con ellos.

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Infants
Mariajosé V. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Mariajosé

Silver Spring, MD
$19.27/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Me llamo Angélica María, me considero una chica responsable, amable, amorosa y sobretodo paciente. Me gusta compartir en familia, soy bastante familiar.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sharovany M. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Sharovany

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

A little bit about me

My name is Xiomara Madrid. I'm 20 years old. I'm kind, affectionate. I know how to cook. I have 3 years of experience taking care of children

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Special Needs

Certification

First Aid

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Teresa M. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Teresa

Silver Spring, MD
$30/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am a professional nanny with 20+ years experience with children of all ages. CPR and first aid certified, CDA, Fluent in ASL and Basic Spanish
.    I Provide childcare for children aged 3 months and up.
.   I am kind responsible,soft spoken, active and creative. An excellent sleep trainer.
◦   fully trained to work with parents to achieve appropriate growth development goals. This includes establishing routine and discipline as per individual family needs.
    ◦  I am ready to engage in age appropriate activities and trip planning as required
. References available upon request

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Leonilde P. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Leonilde

Silver Spring, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am a compassionate and charismatic individual dedicated to creating a positive and supportive environment for those around me. I prioritize making others feel valued, motivated, and understood by empathizing with their perspectives. While I do not have children of my own, I have a deep love for children and consistently ensure their well-being as if they were my own. I approach my responsibilities with a high level of commitment and professionalism. I am interested in joining District Sitter to contribute my nurturing nature and strong work ethic to support families in need of reliable childcare services.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Amina A. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Amina

Silver Spring, MD
$26/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

“Hi, my name is Amina little bit about me: I love working with children, and I enjoy creating activities that help them learn and grow. I’m passionate about teamwork and fostering a positive environment for everyone.” I have full certificate of childcare all of them.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Kiros G. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Kiros

Silver Spring, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

My Name is Kiros Gebretsadik and I have 10 + years of experience with Home Health Care and Nanny services. I am looking forward leveraging my expertise with a deserving family.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Mariajose B. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Mariajose

Silver Spring, MD
$25/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I am college student who I majoring in elementary special education and looking for a job as a nanny to put myself in practice!

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Selenia M. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Selenia

Silver Spring, MD
$18/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, My name is Selenia. I am a Latina girl born and raised is Silver Spring Md :) I am 19 years old and currently attend Montgomery college, going on my sophomore year. I love working with kids because they are so hilarious and I always learn something new everyday talking to them :) I do have my drivers license and I’m a pretty amazing safe driver ! I love to cook/bake it’s one my my favorite hobbies ! I’m also a nail tech on the side.

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Infants

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Silver Spring, MD is $21.31 per hour. Most Silver Spring families on Nanny Lane pay $19 to $25/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Silver Spring, MD

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

Silver Spring 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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