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Gracelyn J. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Gracelyn

Silver Spring, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi dear, a little about myself. I am a easy going person and I love working with kids .They are lots of fun and amazing .I have experience working with different ages of children and I am in college working towards becoming a nurse. I am ambitious and reliable. Also caring and compassionate. I love learning and enjoy being around children.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certification

CPR
Antoinette E. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Antoinette

Silver Spring, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, My name is Antoinette and I am a professional nanny. I have been a nanny for 10 years now, and have many experiences working with different families. I am bilingual, I speak both French and English. I am First Aid and CPR certified, and I have a driver's license with a clean record. I have worked with newborns, toddlers, and kids age 5 and up. I am very open; I worked with families from all type of races and cultures. I am a punctual person, caring, respected, responsible, and loving. I have an everlasting love for children and care for them with my heart. Hire me and I will make your child time wonderful, thank you.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sonia K. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Sonia

Silver Spring, MD
$17/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am a Para-educator with the public school system. I have twenty plus years of experience as a nanny/babysitter. I love working with families and their children. I am flexible, I am available on last minute calls. I am also available to work weekends and overnight needs. I have experience with newborns and elementary school age children. I am available to work all summer. Since I worked for the schools I have a clean record to work with children and their families.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Kelly Y. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Kelly

Silver Spring, MD
$19.62/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Am kelly a girl who is willing to embarrass the opportunity of life without any consequences. i really love children and have been working with children for 2years now

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Liana C. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Liana

Silver Spring, MD
$19.75/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Liana and I’m so excited about the opportunity to work with the families,Caring for children is something that truly brings me joy. I love creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where kids feel comfortable being themselves, learning, and growing.
I’m patient, reliable, and naturally warm-hearted. I enjoy engaging children in creative activities like arts and crafts, reading stories, outdoor play, and helping with homework. I understand how important it is for parents to feel confident and at ease, so I always prioritize communication, safety, and consistency.
I would love the chance to support families through your company and become someone children look forward to seeing each day. Thank you

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

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

Nanny Illiana

Silver Spring, MD
$19.50/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I’ve been working with children for as long as I can remember. Unofficially I had been working with ages infancy up to 8 year olds. I was an independent babysitter, I’ve worked in home and in my home with ease. In an official education center, I worked with infant up to five year olds. I have experience with children on the spectrum and have much patience, as well as experience in meal prep, nap time, cleaning up and cleaning children, group activities, learning activities and basic child comforting. I’ve always loved working with kids and hope to do so later on in life as a teacher. The impact I have on kids and seeing their development and progress is one of the best aspects of child care and I hope hope to make even the smallest difference in a child’s life and of course making the parents/cargivers life easier and helping as much as possible.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Nasra M. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Nasra

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

A little bit about me

I'm a professional caregiver with experience caring for my siblings' children. I have a genuine love for kids, and they respond well to me. I prioritize building trust with both children and parents, and I work with the highest level of integrity." 😊

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Maischa C. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Maischa

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

A little bit about me

Freshman in college who lovessss the arts!!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Dequon M. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Dequon

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

A little bit about me

I've graduated. Consistent on concerned help needed. Leadership is probably my best characteristics. And I would like to use [phone number hidden] until I get a number I could use for texting other than that [phone number hidden] is a calling number I use textnow. I am 22 years old and have great team building skills such as leading the younger and older view to a nonprofit concerned lifestyle.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
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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

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 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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