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Lu U. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Lu

Silver Spring, MD
$20/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Saba S. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Saba

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

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Saba. I’m 14 years old and I’m looking for a part- time job I could do over the summer. I do have experience with children I babysit my 4 and 2 year old sisters a lot. Let me know!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Dunia R. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Dunia

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

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Maria C I been a Nany for more that 10 years ill will be my pleasure to take care of your love ones.

Have experience working with

Infants

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Alexandra M. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Alexandra

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

A little bit about me

I am very bubbly and enthusiastic about life! I absolutely enjoy working with children especially when it comes to being creative and enriching their minds with hands on activities
Georgie I. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Georgie

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

A little bit about me

I’m responsible ,kind women I love take care about children ,do activities with them teach them a little French because french it’s my first language. I have 3 years experience as nanny .
Gloria H. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Gloria

Silver Spring, MD
$23/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Gloria.
I have been a nanny for the past six years .
I speak spanish, I have a certificate in CPR and Basic First Aid.
I am very responsable person,loving,patient,organized,creative and punctual.
I was a teacher of elementary school in my country Colombia for many years and my knowledge has allowed me to offer programs to children to help them development.
I am looking for a full time job Monday to Friday. My experince is with babies from newborns to toddles, preschooders,and kindergarden.I know how to make a plan with different activites for them.
References availables
I am vaccined against covid 19

Certification

First Aid

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Israa I. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Israa

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

A little bit about me

My name israa I come to USA about one month i speake very little english
I have baclorios of low from Iraq
Katarina K. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Katarina

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

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

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

Nanny Ifeanyi

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

A little bit about me

My name is Chikodili (Chiko, for short). I live in 915 Silver Spring Ave. Apt 1028. I worked and retired as teacher. I love children very much. I reared 4 children of mine and a grand child.

Have experience working with

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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