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Ana S. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Ana

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

A little bit about me

my name is Ana santos. im 20 yrs old ive been working with childerns with and with out specail needs i love childerns i love teaching then and watching then grow

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Rosemary M. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Rosemary

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

A little bit about me

I’m a hardworking person I love kids I have worked us a baby sitter nanny for 5 yrs.l enjoy taking care of the kids .
SUNITA FRU che E. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny SUNITA FRU che

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

A little bit about me

I am a sweet and kind hearted career nanny with 4 years of experience.will bring joy into your childrens life

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Syria K. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Syria

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

A little bit about me

My name is Syria, and I’ve been working as a nanny for my aunt. And I think I have enough experience in this field to start working with other people out of my comfort zone. I have first aid and CPR experience from learning in school and doing it in real life, as I said before I worked for my aunt. I would also like to say that I’m fifteen and looking for a Sumer job only so I can save money for a car. I also can help your children with there learning abilities like learning how to count and potty training and ect. I also can help clean and meal prep for families in need. I will also be working part time for those who are wondering. And lastly thank you for taking your time and reading this and hopefully you are generous enough to give me a chance.

Sincerely, Syria

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Summer R. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Summer

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

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Michaiah B. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Michaiah

Laurel, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

This is my first time doing actual babysitting I usually watch the kids in my family and I’m pretty good at it so I wanted to help other families too! I’m very sweet and helpful I know how to cook and clean

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Dare H. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Dare

Laurel, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I'm Dare, and I love doing crafts and going on walks. I am very friendly, outgoing, and reliable.

Have experience working with

Infants
Thais Elizabeth T. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Thais Elizabeth

Laurel, MD
$16/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Soy mamá de dos niñas de 9 meses y 6 años , entiendo inglés básico idioma natal español tengo experiencia en mi país Perú trabaje como niñera y como cuidado de ancianos con enfermedades terminales , estaba por concluir mis estudios de nutrición y dietetica , certificada en entrenamientos funcionales de adultos y niños .

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Ines N. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Ines

Laurel, MD
$15/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Ines! I am originally for Paris. I am fluent in french. I studied computer science at a community college and graduated with my associate degree. I like taking care of children because I find it fun and entertaining.
I would love to be able to help your family with your little ones 😊

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Laurel, MD is $18.08 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 Laurel, MD

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

Laurel 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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