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Genet B. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Genet

Silver Spring, MD
$22/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Gene I am a mother of Two sons, I have experienced babysitting & I speak Amharic -Ethiopian languages fluently. My English is not perfect but I understand good.

Have experience working with

Infants
Ana Luísa M. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Ana Luísa

Silver Spring, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Ana Luisa, I'm 19 years old, I have a nursing technician degree from Brazil, I have 4 years of experience with children, I volunteer to help with children at church, I speak English and Portuguese. I am available to take care of your child with great care and responsibility 🌷💕

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Infants
Special Needs
Roxy R. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Roxy

Silver Spring, MD
$16/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hola,Soy Roxy me encantan los niños Y quisiera que me brinden la oportunidad de trabajar con ustedes, Soy una persona honesta,buena,responsable,cariñosa y honrada!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Tunko G. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Tunko

Silver Spring, MD
$20/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is tunko I have been working with a very sweet and nice family and I love kids as they love me too always want kids around me because I like them

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Lydia D. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Lydia

Silver Spring, MD
$18/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I'm from the Philippines and have been a nanny for 25 years in the DMV area. I love children, and am legally allowed to work in USA. I have excellent reference especially for infant and toddler. Parents trust me and like my loving, honest care for the kids as if they were my own.

I love being outside, going to the park,library,take a walk around the neighborhood. In the past year I have never been late to my work and I enjoy what I do.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"Lydia is absolutely phenomenal with my 10 month old. She is kind, playful with my baby and keeps him engaged. She does if skillfully and is also good about teaching him that some things are a ‘no’. My son loves to see her every day and we are sad that we can’t continue for longer due to our family circumstances. But I highly recommend her for anyone seeking part or full time help- we also appreciated this flexibility she had on working part time to accommodate our needs."
- Himu
Carmen R. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Carmen

Silver Spring, MD
$22/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Carmen I’m 21 years old I’m from Bolivia. I am a very dependable, trustworthy, patient and caring person. I am an easygoing person who enjoys the simple things in life. I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I always invented creative and fun games, and I find that children have always connected to my personality and my exciting spirit. I love being a nanny it is the most rewarding and fulfilling job out there. Children are a delightful gift they bring so much joy to my heart and make every day so much better.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Serena W. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Serena

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

A little bit about me

Greetings my name is Serena, I am 21 years old, I am a fun-loving babysitter, I am CPR&AED certified by the (nationalcprfoundation). I have more than 3 years of experience working with kids. I am attending college doing what I love!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sara P. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Sara

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

A little bit about me

My name is Sara, and I am a college student in search of a part time job. I Speak French and English fluently. I love spending time with and taking care of children!

Have experience working with

Infants
Vale G. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Vale

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

A little bit about me

I’m very caring and productive! I love working with kids and animals. I’m also a fast learner and good collaborator.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Silver Spring, MD is $18.18 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 Silver Spring, MD

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

Silver Spring 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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