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Cindy W.

Part-Time Caregiver

Mechanicsville, MD

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$15/hr
Grocery shopping
I have 3 children that are now adults. I cared for my mother until December 2013 when she passed away from a stroke. I am honest, trustworthy and reliable. I was a certified nursing assistant in 1979-1981. I took a CPR class last year in my office. My only experience is with my own children and watching other family members'...
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Katarina B.

Outgoing, Fun Loving Experienced Child Care Provider

Mechanicsville, MD

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I started baby sitting as a teenager and eventually worked at a daycare (Superstar Learning Center) for 2 years before I turned 18. The first Nanning job I acquired was watching triples and their older brother, all under the age of 4. Next went I was studying in Arizona I was a nanny for a 12-year-old. I assisted with homework...
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Sara S.

Art Loving Sitter

Mechanicsville, MD

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I'm a reliable, active and creative person with 10 years of experience working with children of various ages. I believe in being fully present with children so my cellphone isn't glued to my hand while they are in my care. Helping children grow and develop into well rounded adults is my goal. I like a little structure but...
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Harley S.

The Passion For Babysitting Never Stops

Mechanicsville, MD

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
Hello everyone, my name is Harley. I'm a current UMGC junior with studies in business management and administration as well as a minor in early childhood education at CSM. I have a lot of experience working with infants-teens, as I have also spent time as a TA at a local preschool. I am also first aid and CPR certified and have...
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Angela S.

Great Motivator And Enthusiastic Sitter

Hollywood, MD

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am currently in college pursuing my nursing degree. I come from a big family so I have a lot of learned experiences with childcare. I also have a lot of experience understanding both verbal and non-verbal aspects of communication. I think communication plays a big part in providing optimal childcare. I would best describe...
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Tiffany V.

Child Care, CPR Trained

Benedict, MD

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I used to babysit as a teenager. I'm CPR certified and used to volunteer with a fire department but because of work and such it was too much. I love kids and am really good at keeping them entertained. I can cook and help with homework.
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Ashley T.

Hollywood, MD

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Ashley :,) I am 21 years old from Hollywood, MD. I have been working with kids in more ways than one for over 10 years. I have volunteered at many summer camps, babysat for many families, assisted my mom with her CCD class, and currently working at a daycare center! I have my CPR certification in infants and...
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Kayla C.

Hughesville, MD

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$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! Im Kayla , a responsible and caring babysitter with experience working with children of all ages from infants to teens. I'm known for being kind, patient, and dependable, and I always strive to create a safe and fun environment for kids. I also have great communication skills, making it easy to stay in touch with parents...
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Sarah W.

Full Time Nanny With Tutoring Services

Charlotte Hall, MD

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
Located in Annapolis, MD Working with kids has been something I have always been drawn to. Whether its babysitting over the summer, working as a mentor for Big Brother Big Sister, coaching youth sports, working at a 7 week summer camp, or through community outreach at elementary schools as a Baltimore Ravens Cheerleader. As a...
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Brooklyn S.

Part-time Caregiver

Charlotte Hall, MD

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! I am a mama of a 2-year-old daughter. I worked at Charles County Public Schools as a secretary in the Special Education Department for 5 years. I decided to quit my 9-5 job to be able to spend more time with my daughter. I have about a total of 4 years of experience in childcare, besides my personal experience raising my...
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Rachael S.

Mother Of 7

Huntingtown, MD

4.7(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I love children. I have watched children from 6 weeks to 17 years. I am CPR and first aid certified and have taken numerous baby-sitting courses. I Nannied for multiple families after having my 2nd son 2011 and still nanny. I am a SAHM of 7 children (18, 13, 9, 7, 5 , 3 and 2) all but the youngest are in school full-time. I...

Care Member says "Rachael is great! She has kept my 1 almost 2 year old for me a few time. With her having a large family I always trust her judgement and trust that my...

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Kaylyn H.

The Fun Auntie

Great Mills, MD

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have been babysitting here and there for about 10 years now! I love spending time with children and watching them learn new things and grow into their own personalities.

Sarah M. says "Kaylyn babysat my two boys--- ages 5 and 1-- for two days. We were staying with my folks; my husband and I were working virtually and my parents were in...

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Lisa J.

Montessori Teacher Available For Childcare - My Home Or Yours

Great Mills, MD

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am a mother of 4 ranging between the ages of 13 - 28. I have over 25 years of childcare experience including working at daycares, summer camps and teaching at Montessori schools. I have experience with infants - children ages 12+ as well as children with special needs. After many years of childcare and teaching I realize I...

Tabitha B. says "Lisa loved my little boy like he was hers. We had such a difficult time finding quality care for him at first and she was a small miracle for us. She...

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Evelyn K.

Nanny/Babysitter With Complete Availability

California, MD

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have been babysitting/nannying since middle school. I worked for several large families. I am very eager to work & always available.

Amanda S. says "Evelyn was dependable, punctual and wonderful! My kids loved her! I definitely hope to use her much more in the future if she'll have our crazy household...

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Kalysia B.

Part-time Care Giver Available

Waldorf, MD

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
I have been involved with children for over 10 years although my age does not suggest it, I have a great amount of experience handling them and their care. My brother was born 10 years after me and since his birth I have played a major role in his care and have taken on a lot of responsibility regarding his welfare due to my...

Laura B. says "We hired Kalaysia for our boys ( 10 and 8 ) over the summer while my husband and I were at work. The kids adored her. Would 100% hire her again."

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Alexandra S.

Fun And Artistic Sitter

Waldorf, MD

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, I'm a college student who is energetic as well as patient. I have 3 years of experience as a sitter as well as a summer counselor. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts and am awesome with pets. My goal is to keep your child and house safe and fun, as it is a time of unease with the pandemic I will be wearing a mask...

Tia R. says "She is very nice and reliable. She is compassionate and caring. I really recommend her"

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Dorothy L.

Child Care Provider

Brandywine, MD

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Certified Teacher available over the summer and possibly long term if the right fit. I have experience providing quality care for ages newborn and up in a nurturing, kind, and caring manner. Non smoker.

Kiarah M. says "Dorthy is amazing with my 2 year old. She is perfect! She's very warm hearted, she loves our children. She has excellent knowledge of routines. And my...

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Emma W.

Babysitter And Tutor

Lusby, MD

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Emma, I am a mom of a 5-month-old and have been a teacher for 6 years. I currently teach 6th grade math in St. Mary's county, but previously I have taught 5th grade. I have a lot of babysitting experience from full time, part-time, after school, and summer babysitting jobs, as well date nights! I have also been a...

Brett M. says "We were nervous going into this because we had never had a babysitter we didn't know beforehand. However, Emma was great! She communicated regularly...

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Victoria T.

Sweet Babysitter

Waldorf, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a night shift labor and delivery nurse living in Clearwater, FL looking to babysit 2-3 days/nights a week! With a large extended family I have much experience babysitting all ages including newborns to 12+years old. I am bubbly, caring, and funny and love being around children! I am willing to help with housekeeping,...

Marianne C. says "Victoria was on time and dependable. She's great with kids."

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Kaylyn C.

Leonardtown, MD

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello my name is Kaylyn. I love working with children. I'm 18 years old and I currently work at a daycare Monday-friday. I am a teacher in the 3-year-old classroom, I have been caring for children since I was 14 years old, I am always the first one friend and family call to babysit for their children. I will be attending csm in...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of December 2025

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Mechanicsville, MD

After School Babysitters in Mechanicsville, MD are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Rachael S.

Rachael is great! She has kept my 1 almost 2 year old for me a few time. With her having a large family I always trust her judgement and...

- Care member

Kaylyn H.

Kaylyn babysat my two boys--- ages 5 and 1-- for two days. We were staying with my folks; my husband and I were working virtually and my...

- Sarah M.

Lisa J.

Lisa loved my little boy like he was hers. We had such a difficult time finding quality care for him at first and she was a small miracle...

- Tabitha B.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Mechanicsville, MD

You can review 4 after school babysitter profiles near you in Mechanicsville, MD to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Mechanicsville, MD is $17.50. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Mechanicsville, MD on babysitting websites like Care.com.

Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Mechanicsville, MD can really come in handy.

We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Mechanicsville, MD.

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