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85 babysitters are listed in Elkton, MD
The average rate is $15/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Elkton, MD
5.0
(12)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently looking for a consistent part time nanny position during the week while my kiddos are at school between hours of 9-3. I will have my 5-month-old son with me. I have been a nanny for different families with my children over the years and it has been great. My baby is very easy going and so happy!
I have...
Emmalee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Emma is trustworthy, caring and responsible.
Care member
4.0
(1)
Hi!
My name is Maddy and I'm here to make your life easier! I hold a degree in Child Development & Family Relations with a minor in Sociology. I have experience as an infant teacher and currently work at a child care center as an Enrollment Coordinator.
I love children and enjoy teaching new things! I look forward to helping...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Recent review:
4.0
Madison only worked 2 days with us and she was amazing with the kids. She had them outside playing, made sure the kids did their responsibilities, and even did extra cleaning around the house. She was right on time, early for the second day, and even early for her...
Irene M.
5.0
(1)
Hey there, I'm Dylan! I'm 30 years old and have 5 years of pet sitting experience. I am an assistant manager now but have previously been a nanny and a veterans caretaker. I would love to help with all your pets needs! I'm happy to pet sit, take pets out or on walks and adhering to all dietary and/or medication needs.
I'm even...
Dylan can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Recent review:
5.0
Dylan is the best. I have a senior dog that I can no longer board, so I need to have a pet sitter come to my house and take care of her. She is trustworthy dependable and has never let down. My dog loves Dylan.
Care member
3.8
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there, I'm Dylan! I'm 30 years old and have 10 years of childcare experience. I am an assistant manager now but have previously been a nanny and a daycare teacher. I would love to help from date night babysitting to pet/house sitting for vacations. I'm even happy to meal prep or do some house cleaning and/or laundry.
Dylan can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Dylan has been an excellent childcare provider. She listens to our concerns and and requests, and she always finds a way to make sure we have no worries about our daughter when we are away from her. Our daughter loves her too! Flexible and reliable!! She also...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Ally! I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 14 and I love children of all ages. I am also and EMT. I am both CRP and AED certified. I look forward to hearing from you!
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Ally is great, she is on time (early!), available last minute, and my son loves her. She is great with both my toddler and my hyper dog. She is an EMT so I feel confident that she could handle an emergency if one should happen. I highly recommend her.
Jessica C.
Makenzie M.
Elkton, MD
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience babysitting babies, toddlers, elementary, and middle school aged kids. I will be graduating in May with my degree in Elementary and Special Education.
Makenzie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Makenzie is awesome! She is always on time, polite, loves kids, and always comes prepared!! She always had fun games and activities for the kids to play and do. And she would often leave them encouraging notes for them to read in the morning saying how good they...
Tressa W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Taylor, I am 28 years old,MD. I am currently enrolled at Wilmington University, working toward my degree in Elementary Education.
I am looking for a full-time, long term position with a great family!
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Taylor has been a nanny for our toddler for a little over 1.5 years, and she's just been great. She is so wonderful with our kid. During the day, I can hear her reading a ton stories, singing songs, playing, convincing a toddler to eat more lunch, exploring the...
Kate D.
5.0
(1)
I am a certified nursing assistant. I am also CPR and first aid certified. I am currently looking for a part time evening or weekend home health care job, as I am a kindergarten teacher's aide during the day. Feel free to message me with any other questions.
Stephanie can also help with: Visiting nurse, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, hospice services, visiting physician & more
Skills:
CNA
Recent review:
5.0
Stephanie stayed with my 92 year old mother from 2 pm to 8 pm every day, and stayed some over nights when I needed her. She is so compassionate and cares so much about helping people. I recently moved my mother in with me, so I don't need a caregiver anymore, but...
Paul M.
Michelle A.
Elkton, MD
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Michelle. I love to clean and cook. I love the smell of a clean house and good food cooking. I'm a clean freak. I hate to see things laying around with me around your place will always be clean I haven't done the back ground check but I can promise you I never been in trouble I am a sweet person very down to earth...
Michelle can also help with: Attic cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Recent review:
5.0
gave a deep clean to my daughter for her birthday. Michelle was wonderful. we will use her again
Nancy P.
Maria P.
Elkton, MD
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Not available.
During my experience I have had the most wonderful families and children, every position have helped me to gain knowledge, understanding and compassion with my job and my relationship with the family/child.
Thank you, I hope you find your perfect match.
Recent review:
5.0
We hired Maria to nanny for our 3 month old for several months while we were waiting for an au pair to arrive. Maria is truly a superstar -- not only did she do a range of creative age-appropriate activities with our little one (things I took note of myself), she...
Sarah M.
Michelle A.
Elkton, MD
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience in :
Child care,
House keeping ( Above and beyond your average house keeper)
Pet care,
Elderly companionship,
Cooking,
I am Personable and Reliable
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Michelle is great, and I would recommend her to anyone. She is punctual, reliable, caring and most of all loving, and my kids felt comfortable with her the first day. She made me feel at ease leaving for work, because I knew the kids were in good hands. She gives...
Betty I.
Annette J.
Elkton, MD
$20-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
Loving, Responsible, 24 Hour Availability Babysitter With Over 30 Years Experience
I was a stay at home mom and I was a nanny for several kids along side of my own. At different times I was also a helper to many friends who were working outside the home and needed me. I have a very loving, compassionate personality. I love to help children succeed! Love to read to the children, I do crafts coloring, homework...
I love coming up with fun activities that allow kids to be creative, take initiative, problem-solve, and use their imagination. I am also a big outdoors person. I always encourage the kids to spend time outside, whether we are riding bikes, doing chalk, playing hide-and-go-seek, or just going on a walk, I think there is a huge...
Alydia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 5 years of experience with taking care of kids by myself, specifically younger kids (2 months-11 y/o); but I always helped my mom with her before and after school kids and my cousins since I was in elementary school! I love kids and am studying Elementary and Special Education! I am also willing to take care of chores...
Abby can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Hi! I grew up in a large family, 11 children and I am the 4th oldest :) Throughout the years, babysitting and caring for kids have been a major part of my life. I love being with children; whether it's playing games, helping with school work, getting them in and out of bed or just being there for them. I worked at a Montessori...
Lia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
I am an educator with over 5 years of experience primarily in nature-based education. In 2021, I completed training in Waldorf education for elementary grades. I have also worked as a preschool teacher for 2 years. I am passionate about cultivating a sense of wonder, and helping children learn through hands-on experiences. I am...
Catherine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm Emma! I have been babysitting for the past 4 years and have experience with children ages 3-12, as well as children with special needs. I am home on winter break through mid-February and have a car (with a clean driver's license), which makes me available when notified a few days in advance. Message me if you have any...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
I am a grand mom looking for part time work. I have 2 grown children ages 53 and 44. I also have 2 stepchildren ages 54 and 52. I raised my step grandson. I have 14 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. I have a lot of experience with children. I love children and would appreciate the opportunity to babysit for others who...
I have a good amount of experience with children. I helped with my mother's daycare for 9 years, I was a teacher's assistant for a year at a local elementary school, I helped in the nursery for about 8 years at my church, and I also have some babysitting experience. I was also a kid's camp counselor over this past summer. I'm...
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Hello! My name is Emma. I have my B. S. in psychology, M. A. in School Psychology, and recently completed my Educational Specialist (Ed. S.) degree in School Psychology. I recently started my career as a School Psychologist with a school district, so I am only really looking for occasional jobs. This means I am knowledgeable...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Elkton, MD
Emmalee C.
5.0
Emma is trustworthy, caring and responsible.
- Care member
Madison R.
4.0
Madison only worked 2 days with us and she was amazing with the kids. She had them outside playing, made sure the kids did their responsibilities, and even did extra cleaning around the house. She was right on time, early for the second day, and even early for her interview. Then we got an...
- Irene M.
Dylan M.
5.0
Dylan is the best. I have a senior dog that I can no longer board, so I need to have a pet sitter come to my house and take care of her. She is trustworthy dependable and has never let down. My dog loves Dylan.
- Care member
Dylan M.
5.0
Dylan has been an excellent childcare provider. She listens to our concerns and and requests, and she always finds a way to make sure we have no worries about our daughter when we are away from her. Our daughter loves her too! Flexible and reliable!! She also helps with cleaning, and she even pet...
- Care member
Alexandra C.
5.0
Ally is great, she is on time (early!), available last minute, and my son loves her. She is great with both my toddler and my hyper dog. She is an EMT so I feel confident that she could handle an emergency if one should happen. I highly recommend her.
- Jessica C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Elkton, MD:
How can I find a Elkton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Elkton, 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 85 babysitters in Elkton, MD on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.2. 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 Elkton, MD?
The average rate for Elkton, MD babysitters on Care.com is $15.72 per hour as of April 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 Elkton, MD?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Elkton, 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 Elkton, MD babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Babysitters in Elkton, MD are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 41 reviews of the 85 listed babysitters.