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Jazmine J. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Jazmine

Germantown, MD
$18/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m an extroverted and silly young adult. I’m fluent in ASL and use it in my daily lifestyle. I love to be artsy, listen to music and participate in sports.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Carmen C. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Carmen

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

A little bit about me

I have around 2 years of experience with babysitting kids between the age of 2-7. I love arts and crafts and working with kids on different activities. I am able and willing to adapt to a families needs. I have my driving license and I am open to running errands or picking things up when needed.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Madelin Z. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Madelin

Germantown, MD
$22/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m 25 years old and I have 8+ years nannying/sitter experience with newborns-teens.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Destiny G. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Destiny

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

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Destiny happy go lucky person and I love kids and pets and I just love helping kids becomes best version of me themselves I have the day care experience And a big kid at heart
Foity F. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Foity

Germantown, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Foity , I am a college student . I have 4 years of experience with child care. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation. I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.

Have experience working with

Infants
Skyla V. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Skyla

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

A little bit about me

my name is skyla i am a very responsible child and i can also multitask so when you come back home you are coming to a clean home, fed children and children already in bed.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Elexysse R. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Elexysse

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

A little bit about me

Love spending time outdoors and anything arts! There will never a dull moment. I’m very reliable so please lean on me in times of stress!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Rayn C. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Rayn

Germantown, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hey, my name is rayn, i’m 17 years old. I’m in the Germantown area willing to go farther than that. I love kids and have worked with many kids and I've enjoyed their time.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Jessica C. - Seeking Work in Germantown

Nanny Jessica

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

A little bit about me

I am a responsible person, patient with children, and very dedicated.

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

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

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

Germantown 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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