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Ciara E. - Seeking Work in Kensington

Nanny Ciara

Kensington, MD
$25/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Ciara and I am a 23 year old medical student home for the summer months of June, July and August looking for summer work. I am very outgoing and come from a big family. I am delighted to offer my service in any way to a family in need!

I am available full time for babysitting, tutoring, help around the house, driving kids to summers camps/the pool, etc.
I speak English and am partially fluent in Italian.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Many thanks,
Ciara
Nobuhle N. - Seeking Work in Kensington

Nanny Nobuhle

Kensington, MD
$17/hr
Part-time
3 years experience
Cristina A. - Seeking Work in Kensington

Nanny Cristina

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

A little bit about me

I'm very patient, responsible, organized, I like to do crafts with children, read and play

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Karuna R. - Seeking Work in Kensington

Nanny Karuna

Kensington, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

My Name is Karuna Rai. I have done master's degree in English Education and Child psychology. I have worked as an elementary teacher for 8 years. I am a mom of three kids. I have a very good experience with children of any age. I am looking for a live-out nanny job in the DMV area.

Have experience working with

Infants
Elsa P. - Seeking Work in Kensington

Nanny Elsa

Kensington, MD
$23/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Soy muy paciente cariñosa amable generosa divertida etc me gustan los ñiños

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Sarah  K. - Seeking Work in Kensington

Nanny Sarah

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

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Bea B. - Seeking Work in Kensington

Nanny Bea

Kensington, MD
$20/hr
< 1 year experience
Barbara P. - Seeking Work in Kensington

Nanny Barbara

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

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Kensington, MD is $20.82 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 Kensington, MD

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

Kensington 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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