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Gloria E. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Gloria

Silver Spring, MD
$18.30/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, I am Gloria. I speak Spanish and a little bit of English. I’m still working on my English to be better. I love to go walks and also do fun activities.

Have experience working with

Infants
Marie A. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Marie

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

A little bit about me

I am a Marie. I ve been doing this job for 10 years now. I Have children of my own. I Love to be of help to someone in need. I have good communication skills. I'm God fearing.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Andrea H. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Andrea

Silver Spring, MD
$16.50/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am am easy going person, my native language is Spanish but I can speak English, I like taking care of children and I hope to work with a awesome family soon.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Nubia B. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Nubia

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

A little bit about me

Hi, am Nubia an 8 year experience nanny that have been working in Maryland in childcare field with different families throughout these years. I'm from Nicaragua where I use to work as a physician.
I am a very caring, responsible, respectful woman, who love to take care of kids very engaging with kids.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jasmine A. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Jasmine

Silver Spring, MD
$17.28/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Trying to make a good starter fund for college. I love children, though I have no prior experience babysitting. I am responsible and determine enough to take care of any child.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Tania G. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Tania

Silver Spring, MD
$16.70/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

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Special Needs

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JhaJha W. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny JhaJha

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

A little bit about me

My name is Jha’Dai i prefer jha jha especially for little kiddos i am 14 years im in need of working and think helping with parents is a good thing for me because i have always wanted to do it. And thats about it .

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Dayanara A. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Dayanara

Silver Spring, MD
$17.15/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Dayanara! I am 16 years old. I love having a good time with children, I grew up taking care of my two younger siblings as well! I love playing soccer, cooking and more!

Certification

CPR
Katherine G. - Seeking Work in Silver Spring

Nanny Katherine

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

A little bit about me

Soy atenta ,responsable y amable con niños

Have experience working with

Infants
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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