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Charlotte M. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Charlotte

Silver Spring, MD
$25/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, am Charlotte, have been a dedicated nanny for so many years, taking care of babies and kids has always been my passion. I love giving them attention, paying attention to what bothers them and assisting them to achieve towards thier goals.I ensure kids are comfortable with me.I ensure the kids got thier various meals, bedtime stories.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

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

Nanny Mai

Silver Spring, MD
$25/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Rosaes B. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Rosaes

Silver Spring, MD
$18.34/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Jeymilee S. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Jeymilee

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

A little bit about me

Soy Jeymi, Ami me gusta trabajar con niños tengo 19 años, hablo español un poco inglés ya tengo mucho tiempo que trabajó con niños y me gustará seguir aprendiendo y ver si me pueden brindar la oportunidad de trabajo en confianza

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Vale F. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Vale

Silver Spring, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
3 years experience
Diana B. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Diana

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

A little bit about me

19 year old college student with classes three days per week. Babysat children for years growing up but never worked as an officially paid babysitter. Assisted in a daycare at my high school for two years planning out activities for 3-4 years students and studying child development. Feel free to ask questions!

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Angel J. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Angel

Silver Spring, MD
$17/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m Angel i’m 18. I grew up caring for children my whole life. I am the primary provider for a family of 7.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Endia D. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Endia

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

A little bit about me

hi im india , 19 years old im a oldest of four siblings an i know all bout responsibility. Im a fun ,funny ,loving , shy , hard working person

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Emma A. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Emma

Silver Spring, MD
$16.57/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Emma Alvarez I love to take care is kids or baby’s I have 29 years old I like to work a lot with kids and I used to take care of 2 kids I am kind with I love to play with them I teach them stuff get them ready when they to go to school

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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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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