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Kayla B. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Kayla

Ellicott City, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, I’m Kayla. I’m 22 years old and a mom to an 8 month old baby girl. I’ve been in childcare for about 5 years. I’ve worked in daycares and was a nanny for a year and half.

Have experience working with

Infants
Olivia P. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Olivia

Ellicott City, MD
$17/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Olivia and I'm a junior at UMBC. I've been working with kids since I was 14 and I love it. For the last few years, I've mainly worked with toddlers and elementary school age children. When it's nice out, I like to play outside with the kids. If not, we can do something fun and engaging with whatever is indoors! In my free time I like to hike, read, and listen to or play music.

Certification

CPR
Dyane V. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Dyane

Ellicott City, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am a mother of two children so I know what their requirements are according to their age and recently I was the nanny of a 6 month old girl and a 2 year old child. As a mother, the safety and emotional well-being of the child is paramount so that she feels happy while mom and dad arrive.

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Rose H. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Rose

Ellicott City, MD
$17/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Olubukunola A. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Olubukunola

Ellicott City, MD
$19/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Ola and I've been working with kids for over 8+ years.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Mercedes S. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Mercedes

Ellicott City, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Adoro los niños y ellos a mi. Fui maestra en Cuba y me encanta ver cómo aprenden y progresan, tengo mucha paciencia con ellos

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Mariam M. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Mariam

Ellicott City, MD
$17/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi I am Mariam, and I absolutely adore kids. I have experience within kids in my neighborhood and never take it for granted. I am very patient and love to cook & read.
Madison C. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Madison

Ellicott City, MD
$15/hr
< 1 year experience

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Giuliana T. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Giuliana

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

A little bit about me

Have always loved watching over younger kids and am great with keeping them entertained!!
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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Ellicott City, MD?

The average cost of a babysitter in Ellicott City, 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 Ellicott City, MD

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

Ellicott City 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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