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134 babysitters are listed in Ellicott City, MD
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Ellicott City, MD
4.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!!! My name is Alima and I am 27. I worked with a babysitter agency in France for 2 years. I know what it takes to run a family, so a help from someone makes things a bit easier. Because I am the oldest of 4 children, I have learned a lot from my mother when it comes to taking care of my siblings. I am a loving, caring,...
5.0
"I'm late writing this review, but Alima was the first time I have trusted one to care my child. And she really set the bar for other nannies. I knew my daughter was in good care. My daughter missed her when we moved! I would recommend Alima for you childcare...
Countiss W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Amirah. I'm a motivated and outgoing nursing student with about 6 years of experience caring for infants and children between the ages of 2 months - 6 years old. For as long as I remember, I've always loved being a helping hand and caring for babies and children, which is one of the reasons why I'm currently...
Amirah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Amirah was great with my girls aged 3 and 1. She was very punctual and very soft spoken. She gave the kids her full attention and happily took them out for plenty of outdoor time. She also has a very pleasant and patient manner which is perfect for handling young...
Sara K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Bryce and I have been babysitting/nannying since age 15. I have taken care of kids aged 6 months to 13 years old. I love playing outside, going to the library, and reading stories with the kids!
I have a bachelors degree in Communications. I recently left my full-time job and am taking some time to figure out...
Bryce can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Bryce is fantastic! My girls absolutely loved her, and even though we've moved from the area, my older daughter still asks to see Bryce! I'd highly recommend her!"
Kristy C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been a member of St. Pauls Parish in Ellicott City for several years and I substitute for religious education classes. I raised a daughter of my own and I am the aunt of choice for babysitting my nieces and nephews. I am a retired special education teacher's assistant and now babysit part time. I have 3 energetic pugs and...
Lyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lyn is a sweet woman who loves children and animals. It's evident from her adorable "baby talk" and gentle approach to care-giving. I look forward to having her back"
Mandi P.
4.9
(35)
Hired by 29 families in your neighborhood
Hi there ! Looking for a (pet free ) family assistant position, Ideally 35 hours/week Please be aware that my start rate is $35/hr and goes up depending on duties, time of day( overnights), and travel requests. I have received my certificate in strategic intervention (specializing in family planning), and can send my resume if...
Mara can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Mara was excellent. She actually cooked dinners for our family. She was willing to do whatever was needed. She also played very sweetly with our 3 year old. She is reliable, respectful & very professional. She came in quietly and helped and got to work right away....
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Angelia D.
Ellicott City, MD
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Care Giver Available, I Work With Children Of All Ages
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a part-time job at Howard Community College and have recently started babysitting again. I am looking to do some weekend occasional babysitting. I have over 10 years of experience babysitting children ages 0-12. I worked at a preschool for two summers as a floater. While working there I mainly worked with children ages 18...
Angelia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Angelia was amazing! She was so nice and my son REALLY liked hanging out with her! I felt very safe leaving her with my son, and my son had an absolute blast! I've had bad experiences with sitters in the past who weren't very active with my son, and I worried that...
Macey V.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello I am Jeremy, I am a recent high school graduate from Mount Hebron High School.
I'm interested in any pet-sitting or babysitting opportunities you have. I've cared and boarded for 3 cats for months, feeding them, and keeping up the plants, and the lawns. Also, I've cared for 2 dogs, walking them 3-5 times daily, feeding...
Jeremy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Jeremy was flexible and sent photos of the cat, which was very helpful while we were missing our baby! His rate is also not super high. We experienced no issues that we can tell."
Tristian S.
Molly P.
Ellicott City, MD
$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college student and home for the summer. I have been babysitting for the past three summers and am looking to babysit again this summer. Please reach out if you are looking for someone to take care of your children this summer!
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Molly arrived on-time and was great with our three girls. She was able to smoothly manage baby and her two older sisters. She engaged them in outside play and they were sad to see her leave!"
Shana C.
Sofia P.
Ellicott City, MD
$14/hr • 2 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sofia. I just graduated from Centennial HS, and will be attending the University of Maryland this fall. I love working with kids, and I have experience babysitting my cousins, neighbors, and younger brother. For fun I play soccer, basketball, and clarinet and participate in several musical ensembles. I have a...
Sofia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Kids enjoyed their time with her, she kept them entertained and involved. They didn't watch TV the entire time she was here, we were very impressed by that."
Oluwabusola W.
Jacqueline N.
Ellicott City, MD
$10-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jacqueline . I am a junior honors college student at UMBC. I currently have 4 years of child care experience with a wide range of ages. I have been CPR and first aid certified since I was 15. I have applied that training as a lifeguard for 5 summers. I understand that every child is different and I tailor my...
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Jacqueline during her winter break from college to assist with our daughter. Jacqueline was wonderful! She was kind, prompt, professional and very reliable. She was willing to be flexible when schedules were unpredictable. We were sorry to only have...
Amy K.
Andrea B.
Ellicott City, MD
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a full time working professional within the finance industry looking to babysit part time, either after work or for occasional weekend needs. I babysat throughout college and I graduated with a degree in Business in 2018. I have continued watching children of many ages (from infant to pre-teen). I am vaccinated...
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
(2)
Hi! I'm Taylor and I've been babysitting for about 8 years now. Over the years, I've gained lots of experience working with children of all ages. I work a full time job as a manager and a part time job as a CNA, so I'm pretty great at taking care of people! I've always loved to babysit, and recently the family that I babysit for...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"From the moment Taylor stepped foot into our house our kids loved her. We have 2 children, our oldest is 5 and she automatically clung to her which is unusual because she normally doesn’t like new people very much! Our 2 year old little girl is very friendly and of...
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Emma G.
Ellicott City, MD
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Emma G, I am currently studying to be a psychologist. I am CPR certified and first aid trained. I have 3 years of experience with baby-sitting. I also come from a family with many kids. I have a passion for children and have education on childhood development and psychology. I am reliable, caring, energetic and fun. I...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma is a very reliable, organized, caring young lady. She has exceptional experience in child care and pet care. She will go above and beyond when she needs to, and takes the initiative. Her kind and thoughtful personality really adds to her strong work ethic. I...
Hailey P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a care giver through and through from my younger siblings, to community babysitter in high school, to raising my own four children as a stay-at-home-mom for a decade, to being a foster mom to four children throughout the course of two years, to working as a birth and postpartum doula most recently. I am a calm,...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Heather is one of the top two babysitters we ever had! She is so loving and patient, can handle a lot of chaos!"
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4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 51-year-old mother of 4 and grandmother of 3. My children are 29, 27, 18, and 17. I have been caring for children most of my life, starting with babysitting at 12. When my oldest children were small I was a nanny for 4 children under 5. I've worked as a Travel Manager for American Express but decided to stay home when my 2...
Rochelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rochelle has been a wonderful and caring nanny to our four boys for over the last year and a half. We will miss her dearly and wish her the best! I highly recommend her!"
Shannon M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Megan and I attended Wake Forest University where I was a Health and Exercise Science Major and chemistry minor. I am currently attending graduate school at Duke to earn my doctorate in physical therapy where my goal is to become a PT with a specialty in neurological and vestibular conditions. I have been riding...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Megan is superb - she is reliable and responsive. My 3 year old son adores her and she is amazing at keeping him entertained through play. She always goes the extra mile and we really appreciate all her hard work. Cannot recommend her highly enough."
Sophie I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a third grade teacher in Anne Arundel County and have been a childcare provider for the past 12 summers. I am a University of Maryland graduate with a degree in Elementary Education, and am certified in K-7th grade. I have cared for children of all ages ranging from 1 month- 12 years. I look forward to hearing from...
Karoline can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karoline was our first nanny for our 3 month old. She was incredible! She was so sweet with our daughter, kind, communicative, dependable, and punctual."
Caitlin M.
5.0
(1)
I have over 20 years of experience in caring for children. I've managed a family child care and hold my bachelor's degree in child development from Central Michigan University. I have live-in and live out nanny experience, along with travel and newborn care.
I love to be outdoors, create fun and engaging activities for children...
Melody can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melody is fantastic! She is so trustworthy and warm. My one year old daughter opened up to her almost immediately despite my daughter’s feeling nervous with new people. My kids are safe and happy with her. Melody is an expert, role models kindness, and is gifted...
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5.0
(4)
I have had experience taking care of mostly dogs and cats and am willing and open to other animals depending on their temperament.
I am a trustworthy and reliable person who has taken care of animals while their owners have been away. I enjoy going for walks and playing with your pet.
I am available mostly for weekend care...
Melody can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She is very nice, considerate, responsive, and friendly. Outstanding!"
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Ingrid R.
Ellicott City, MD
$63/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Responsible, fun , sweet nanny with 9 years of experience , who adore children and Interacting like playing game inside and outside door, craft and arts taking to any activities reading books etc. CPR certified too .
Ingrid can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ingrid is a thoughtful and reliable caregiver. She has a passion for children and a talent for both nurturing them and managing their daily activities. It was a complete joy to work with her. She was with us for over two years, and the only reason the employment...
Candice B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ellicott City, MD
Alima B.
5.0
I'm late writing this review, but Alima was the first time I have trusted one to care my child. And she really set the bar for other nannies. I knew my daughter was in good care. My daughter missed her when we moved! I would recommend Alima for you childcare needs.
- Countiss W.
Amirah F.
5.0
Amirah was great with my girls aged 3 and 1. She was very punctual and very soft spoken. She gave the kids her full attention and happily took them out for plenty of outdoor time. She also has a very pleasant and patient manner which is perfect for handling young kids! Good luck Amirah!
- Sara K.
Bryce B.
5.0
Bryce is fantastic! My girls absolutely loved her, and even though we've moved from the area, my older daughter still asks to see Bryce! I'd highly recommend her!
- Kristy C.
Lyn G.
5.0
Lyn is a sweet woman who loves children and animals. It's evident from her adorable "baby talk" and gentle approach to care-giving. I look forward to having her back
- Mandi P.
Mara D.
5.0
Mara has been a tremendous support for my child. She has trustworthy and dependable. I hired her on several occasions for overnight care when I needed to travel for work. She is caring and worked very well with my daughter.
- Michael G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ellicott City, MD:
How can I find a Ellicott City babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ellicott City, MD can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 134 babysitters in Ellicott City, MD on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Ellicott City, MD?
The average rate for Ellicott City, MD babysitters on Care.com is $18.75 per hour as of May 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Ellicott City, MD?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ellicott City, MD through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Ellicott City, MD babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Ellicott City, MD are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 89 reviews of the 134 listed babysitters.