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Neily G. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Neily

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

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Neily I’m 20 years old. I enjoy taking care of kids.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sophia L. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Sophia

Gaithersburg, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

A loving and caring mother of 1 son.
Worked at a day care taking care of kids from 18 months to after school.. enjoy looking after kids. They are adorable

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Marelyn R. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Marelyn

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

A little bit about me

My name is Marelyn I’m 22 years old
I babysit since I was in high school. I love kids and love to get to know every kid. I’m responsible, caring, fun, and a hard worker.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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Madison J. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Madison

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

A little bit about me

I love kids and would love to help out a family in need! I also like singing, playing piano, and staying active.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Bibiana T. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Bibiana

Gaithersburg, MD
$19/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sylvia Q. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Sylvia

Gaithersburg, MD
$16/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Soy mamá de 2 hijas de 23 y 18 años respectivamente , de nacionalidad peruana .
Me gustan los niños, en mi país trabajé en un nido enseñando inglés a niños de 3 y. 4 años .
Me considero alegre , comprometida , ordenada,responsable, cuidadosa y empatica

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Safia A. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Safia

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

A little bit about me

Im a mother of 6 kids i have an experiences of carering a childs i can cook any food

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Mayde J. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Mayde

Gaithersburg, MD
$17/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hola, soy Peruana, tengo un hijo de 7 años al cual críe sola hasta este año, cuide a mi sobrino desde bebé mientras mi Hna trabaja, me gustan los niños, se cocinar comida peruana pero tmb hago cualquier cosa que me pidan hacer, tengo licencia de conducir de mi país, se conducir.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Jaila W. - Seeking Work in Gaithersburg

Nanny Jaila

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

A little bit about me

Hello my name is jaila I love kids I’ve worked with kids at a camp for 4 years and I love animals. You can trust me with your children I promise you that!.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Gaithersburg, 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 Gaithersburg, MD

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

Gaithersburg 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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