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Layla S. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Layla

Silver Spring, MD
$15/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! I'm a recent graduate of Economics with a passion for caring work and for education. I speak English and Arabic fluently, and am conversant in Spanish. I've several years of experience caring for children of varying ages (particularly in large groups during educational programs). Please feel free to reach out to learn more about my background and how I might be able to help you and your new family.

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Special Needs
Meron C. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Meron

Silver Spring, MD
$15/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I'm a fun, lovable nanny with a high level of patience and dedication when helping children.

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Special Needs
Sindy  S. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Sindy

Silver Spring, MD
$15/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Working as a nanny since I was 11 years old. And know I have a beautiful baby girl, she is going to turn 5. Love to see every child happy, that makes me happy too. And also have a nurse assistant license/with 1-2 years of experience.

Certification

CPR

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Jennifer V. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Jennifer

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

A little bit about me

Me gusta trabajar con niños me dedico el 100% a Ellos me gusta jugar y divertirme con ellos ademas soy madre estoy disponiblentodos los dias de la semana entiendo el ingles pero no lo hablo perfecto
Lisa F. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Lisa

Silver Spring, MD
$25 - $40/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Lisa. I would love to be your care provider.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Isatou C. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Isatou

Silver Spring, MD
$29/hr
Full-time
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Isatou Cham my favorite hobbies is taking care of kids because I had like 4 young siblings that are under my care , since they were little because my mum have to go to work while I take of my sibling because I am the oldest , so is my duty to take care of them , and I always love hanging around with my friends on my free time , I like to play tic tack to and watch movies , and lastly having to spend more time with my parents interact with them to make their day fun because I know working is not an easy task , and more

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Special Needs

Certification

CPR

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Alvyn T. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Alvyn

Silver Spring, MD
$19/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am very clean and organized. I love doing arts and crafts with all the children I care for. I am punctual person and I always make sure to meet parents standards. I am freshly out of high-school and would love the opportunity to take care of your children!

Have experience working with

Infants
Amarie D. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Amarie

Silver Spring, MD
$19.75/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Debbie J. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Debbie

Silver Spring, MD
$28/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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 $19.31 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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