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Elizabeth J. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Elizabeth

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

A little bit about me

I love kids and all animals. I enjoy writing music, singing, playing instruments, and doing arts and crafts!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Suni B. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Suni

Ellicott City, MD
$30/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

I administer one-on-one care and meet the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs of the children. I strive to contribute to a safe, caring, nurturing, and stimulating environment.

My strengths as a nanny include being a responsible, reliable, and caring person. I tailor routines to the individual needs of each child, helping them feel secure, safe, and as alert as possible.

Key qualities I bring as a nanny:

Creating a safe, nurturing environment
Engaging and child-focused approach
Compassionate and patient demeanor
Excellent communication skills
I have been working with children for the past 20 years, and in my spare time, I focus on planning the next steps to help support the child's development.

One thing you should know about me is that I provide customized and personalized childcare, specifically tailored to each child's needs, in their home environment.

My skills include patience, compassion, planning, time management, CPR certified, and active listening.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Alexandra D. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Alexandra

Ellicott City, MD
$19/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

My experience is the quality of my work. I have taken care of children who have been my best reference. I have been teaching values ​​and education for more than 15 years.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Lizeth meliza C. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Lizeth meliza

Ellicott City, MD
$21/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I am an experienced nanny looking for a full time nanny position. My zip code is 21042 (Ellicott city) and I'm ideally looking for a job nearby . I am native spanish speaker, fluent in english, I have a degree in bachelor degree in English teacher in my home country and experience volunteering in schools as dangling teacher. I love cooking, crafts, sports, playing outside or going to the library. I am covid and flu vaccinated. i have experience with infants, toddlers and school age kids. I am open to work with all ages. My availability is M-F from 7:30 am 6 pm ish, also occasional babysitting for date nights. I have my own transportation.
My rate for 1 child is 22 hr/hr (negotiable depending on the tasks)
Ok doing light housekeeping and children's laundry.
Available to start ASAP

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Anaiya W. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Anaiya

Ellicott City, MD
$25/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Anaiya! I’m 22 years old! I absolutely adore kids and have helped take care of them for years. I also have experience working with kids who have autism.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Kendra M. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Kendra

Ellicott City, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

UPDATE: Hi everyone! I feel so blessed to still get so many message requests and inquiries from so many beautiful parents and families! Unfortunately I no longer have a vehicle, therefore I will have to put Nannying on pause! Thank you everyone for understanding, and I should hopefully be back soon! Much love & many blessings! 😊

Hi all! My name is Kendra and I’m so excited to meet the family and children I’ll be nannying for! I’ve worked with children most of my life. For 5 years I worked at a daycare, and for the past 3 summers Ive been Cheer coach for young children. I also have 3 nephews and 1 niece who I absolutely adore. I love children and can’t wait to meet you! 😊

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Anjubala J. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Anjubala

Ellicott City, MD
$22/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I have always had connection with children.I was a teacher for 22 years and now i have turned to working with toddlers .They are so much fun.Right now i am working at one of the childtime company.I have enrolled for masters in early childhood education.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Edrea V. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Edrea

Ellicott City, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Edrea, and I’m a college student with a strong passion for working with children. I have several years of experience through babysitting and tutoring, as well as volunteering as a Children’s Volunteer Assistant at the Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center. I also bring experience from working in a pediatric dental office, where I learned how to make kids feel comfortable and cared for in a professional setting.

I love creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment for kids of all ages. I’m also happy to help with light housework and keeping your home tidy. I’m reliable, patient, and genuinely enjoy helping families feel supported. I’d love the opportunity to get to know your family and see how I can help!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ingrid P. - Seeking Work in Ellicott City

Nanny Ingrid

Ellicott City, MD
$22/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Responsible , fun sweet nanny with 9years of experience who adore children' s and interacting like playing games, and doing outdoors activities with then , offering light cleaning and cook , person who like teach Spanish , CPR certification, full vaccinated of covic- 19 too .
I look forward to meeting you or sitting for you child soon!

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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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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