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Kensey F. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Kensey

Takoma Park, MD
$25/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Me llamo Kensy soy muy amable y paciente

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Infants
Special Needs
Briana B. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Briana

Takoma Park, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

my name is briana, im 16 years old and i’ve been babysitting for 2 years at a local church!!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Jessly L. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Jessly

Takoma Park, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, I am 20 years old. I am from El Salvador and I have enjoyed working with children of ages 3-9 years old for about 3 years now. I am still in college, I have class on Mondays and Wednesdays at 1-4pm. So, I am looking for a family who is fexible around that time. If that is you, feel free to contact me. Thank you so much.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Elizabeth A. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Elizabeth

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

A little bit about me

I like to work with kids. I have more than 10 years of experience. I am currently working at a day care. Cooking and cleaning are my hobbies.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Karla L. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Karla

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

A little bit about me

Hola mi nombre es Karla tengo 28 años y 3 hermosos Niños, tengo experiencia cuidando niños d 0-10 años, y me gustaría mucho poder cuidar de tus hijos con mucho cariño y paciencia

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Charmaine H. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Charmaine

Takoma Park, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I have 23 years of childcare experience. I love working with children.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Linnet B. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Linnet

Takoma Park, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

honest i have experience with special nead

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Niko M. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Niko

Takoma Park, MD
$15/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I have a growing love for the childcare world!!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Lesllie M. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Lesllie

Takoma Park, MD
$19/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I was an assistant teacher at the Goddard school and a floater I worked with kids of different ages. I love working with kids.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Takoma Park, MD is $18.17 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 Takoma Park, MD

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

Takoma Park 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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