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125 babysitters in Takoma Park · most families pay $16.62–$23.00/hr

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Maria Alejandra B. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Maria Alejandra

Takoma Park, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hola soy maría Alejandra y estaría dispuesta a trabajar

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Saron K. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Saron

Takoma Park, MD
$18/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I'm a young nanny looking for a part time position.
Rahel C. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Rahel

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

Certification

CPR

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Kimberling C. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Kimberling

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

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Kimberling I love taking care of kids I always babysit my friends kids and family’s kids to. I would love to work with more kids.
Suliana E. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Suliana

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

A little bit about me

me gustan los Niños se cuidarlos tango paciencia con eyos puedo jugar con eyos soy salvadoreña.
Sthefany C. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Sthefany

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

A little bit about me

I love to play with kids and I ensure the child’s safety. I would love to meet your family. I don’t have any experience but I would love to learn

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Fatima Y. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Fatima

Takoma Park, MD
$16/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Olga  T. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Olga

Takoma Park, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I love the children and alway I love children and always dreamed being surrounded by them are my inspiration and the most important thing is to understand what there are children and extroverted and this way you can take care of them and give them a lot of love that is the most important
Sandra R. - Seeking Work in Takoma Park

Nanny Sandra

Takoma Park, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hola quisiera trabaja de cuidar niños siempre es mi anhelo tratamos bien

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

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 $20.05 per hour. Most Takoma Park families on Nanny Lane pay $16.62 to $23.00/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Takoma Park, 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 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!

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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