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Bryanna D. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Bryanna

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

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Bryanna, I am 23 years old, I live in Maryland with my aunt, I own my own car and I work in retail.
Anaya M. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Anaya

Laurel, MD
$16.96/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Anaya. I currently am a rising senior in high school. Some of the things i do are hair, makeup, anything fashion related, etc. I enjoy helping people and making people feel good about themselves.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Lizbeth B. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Lizbeth

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

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Lizbeth and I am looking for a babysitter job. I enjoy working with children and families as I have 4+ years working with children. I hope to be of you and your little ones service soon

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Lisa R. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Lisa

Laurel, MD
$16/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience
MoeHawkin M. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny MoeHawkin

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

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Enma P. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Enma

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

A little bit about me

Hello My name is Enma .I speak a bit of English i am fluent in Spanish. I love kids ,i have 3 of my own .

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Shanae B. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Shanae

Laurel, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a passionate driven caring young women who has their Masters degree in social work and education. I have a passion in young children and caring for them in such a special way. I have a bubbly personality and always find creative activities or ways to engage with youth. I have the heart to adapt and will always consider the family needs and wants. I look forward to possibly working with your family and getting to know you. I also enjoying tutoring, helping them learn and engaging with them. I have experience working with children in the school system for Baltimore, Silver Spring and D.C. I have worked with children who have special needs, mental health disorders, experienced trauma and more. I am available Monday-Friday and weekends if need be. I hope you choose me for your families needs.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certification

First Aid
Traykia M. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Traykia

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

A little bit about me

I am bubbly ,fun, and love to create different age appropriate activities for my kids. I enjoy lots of outside time exploring nature. I have worked with Bright horizons in Crystal City in the infants, 2-3 's and assisted in preschool. I also have worked in HUD building childcare in Downtown as the 2-3's assistant teacher. I am available M-F 8am-6pm. I have some experience with children with ADHD,and ODD.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Rubensa J. - Seeking Work in Laurel

Nanny Rubensa

Laurel, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Honestly respected determination

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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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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