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Olivia C.

Summer Nanny

Elkridge, MD

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I currently and a Howard County Public School teacher looking for a summer nanny job. I have been babysitting/nannying children for the last 8 years. I have a major in elementary and special education, so I have experience working with all different types of children. I am a young, energetic, and responsible adult! I also have...
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Chloe T.

Hello! My Name Is Chloe.

Elkridge, MD

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Chloe and I am a senior in high school, but currently only taking college courses at the community college so I have a very free schedule. I love kids and have been babysitting since I was around 13 years old. My favorite thing to do to pass time is explore the outdoors and read. I pride myself on being...
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Dana R.

Elkridge, MD

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I've always been drawn to helping children learn and grow. My passion for fostering their development led me to become a childcare provider. With two years of experience, I've discovered my strengths: patience, creativity, and approachability. I follow the parents' lead in enforcing household rules and keep parents informed...
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Joanne G.

Childcare Provider

Elkridge, MD

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$17/hr
I am a grandmother in my 60's. I raised my own 4 children, and I have plenty of experience with caring for infants and toddlers, as I also have 9 grandchildren, one of which I cared for from infancy while her mother was working. I am available to provide childcare for infants and toddlers.
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Stephanie P.

Date Night Sitters

Elkridge, MD

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
Hi, I'm a mom of two - 3 and 5-year-old. I used to nanny/babysit before I had my children and would like to help out parents to go out on a date night :) Let me know, if you have any questions. I am pretty flexible on times in the evening.
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Vanessa A.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Elkridge, MD

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Vanessa, a dedicated international development professional working with the Maryland Department of Health. In my role, I assist individuals in accessing vital healthcare services, including Medicaid and Medicare, ensuring they receive the support they need. Beyond my professional commitments, I have a heartfelt passion...
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Mahalle L.

Elkridge, MD

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$19/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! I'm a 23-year-old graduate of Towson University. I played division one soccer in college so I love being active with kids! I work as a Medical Receptionist and I will be attending Physician Assistant School in the fall.
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Elfrida M.

Elkridge, MD

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Nurturing young minds is a true passion of mine. With three years of experience caring for children aged 1-5, I find immense joy in fostering their growth and development. My graduate studies have provided me with a deeper understanding of childhood education. I am patient, creative, and friendly, and I love engaging children...
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Adrienne G.

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am a fun and very loving child care provider. I started out working at a daycare for 4 years and moved on to working for before and after care for Howard Recs and Parks. Taking care of children is something I'm extremely passionate about. I also am CPR and First Aid certified. One of my favorite things about babysitting...

Natalia G. says "She is great with kids. My child is in love with her because she greats fun activities with them and also involves education with her. She is the best...

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Maddie M.

Summer Babysitter

Catonsville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Maddie and I'm looking to be a babysitter this summer! I am a senior at Towson University and majoring in Occupational Therapy. I have been babysitting for seven years so I have plenty of experience. I am First Aid and CPR certified and worked as a lifeguard and pool manager for the past five summers. I have my own...

Kate C. says "Maddie watched our three kids on vacation and they absolutely loved her! She was on time, attentive, and even packed her swimsuit everyday so she could take...

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Sophie B.

Attentive An Fun-loving Sitter

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
For all of my life, I've had an affinity and passion for working with kids! I was a camp counselor for about 4 years and also spent time being a one-on-one behavioral technician at Kennedy Krieger Institute for children with special needs. In 2022, I graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor's in Psychology, and...

Ayala K. says "We hired Sophie for a few weeks while she was on winter break. She took care of our 10 month old daughter full time and was part time with our 3 year old...

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Amirah F.

Part-Time Babysitter :)

Ellicott City, MD

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi families! My name is Amirah. I'm a motivated and outgoing student nurse with about 7 years of experience caring for infants and children between the ages of 2 months - 10 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...

Sara K. says "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...

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Rommy C.

Mommy's Daycare

Ellicott City, MD

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I'm a stay at home mom. I'm an experienced caregiver/babysitter, as well as responsible, reliable, organized, caring, loving, patient and confident. I have well over 20 years of experience in childcare. I truly enjoy interacting with children, teaching them, taking part of their development and also having a lot of fun with...

Rachana P. says "We absolutely love Rommy. She has been caring for our two and a half year old daughter and fifteen month old son for nearly a year and we cannot imagine...

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Casey B.

Creative And Active Babysitter

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have been babysitting since I was in high school. Many of the kids I have babysat enjoy active playing outside. I love to run around with the kids and play tag, hide-and-seek, what time is it Mr. Fox, etc... I taught tennis to juniors for 7 years and played DIII tennis in college. I also enjoy indoor entertainment such as...

Rachael B. says "Casey does an incredible job. She provided care for our 6 year old. Casey has a great attitude and matches the excitement and enthusiasm of our daughter....

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Jessica D.

Part-time Active & Fun Caregiver

Glen Burnie, MD

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I am originally from Wisconsin, and I am the youngest of four girls. I grew up on a farm and had the greatest childhood! I moved from Wisconsin to Hawaii, where I got my Bachelors in Dance, and also studied childcare and child development in 2015. I now live in Glen Burnie, MD. I am currently going into my last semester of...

Care Member says "Jessica was great with our 2 little ones aged 1-2. We never had any issues and the kids still ask for her to come back and play with them! Recommend...

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Charlitta T.

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Meal prep
Hey there! I totally get it - sometimes you just need a superhero sidekick, and guess what? That's me! Before I zoom off to nursing school right here in Baltimore (exciting, right?!), I had the absolute joy of running my own little home-based micro school. We're talking a whole crew, from the tiniest newborns all the way up to...

Care Member says "Charlie was great. I was in a bind. I work on the weekend and I needed last minute care. Like the night before! I found Charlie on Care.com and she was...

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Juliahna K.

Babysitting With A Caring And Loving Heart

Catonsville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, I'm Juliahna! I am 20 years old and I have approximately 4 years of professional childcare experience from infants to ages 12 and up! I also have experience with children on the spectrum, and am happy to work with any special care your child may need. I worked in a Pre-K for two years, and have taken child development...

Care Member says "Juliahna is professional and prompt in her communication, and has a level of compassion that makes her even more wonderful. Her creativity and empathy...

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Ama K.

I Enjoy Every Day I Have Children Around Me .enjoy Spending My Time ,and Playing Games .

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
14 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
As a dedicated childcare provider with 14 years of experience, my passion lies in fostering children's growth and development. My journey began with my love for babysitting and the positive impact I had on families. Over the years, my skills have been refined, allowing me to comfortably care for up to four children at once. I...

Care Member says "She is a detailed and very caring caregiver. "

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Vickie G.

Experienced Date Night Caregiver Available

Ellicott City, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 33 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hi there! I have 25 years of experience babysitting. I work full time during the week (at night). I'm available to babysit on Saturday and Sunday evenings, and I can stay as late as 3:00 a.m. I am sometimes available on short notice, although it's more likely I'll be available to babysit if I'm asked in advance (two or more...

Mathew M. says "Vickie has watched my two girls (aged 3 and 5) several times. She is extremely attentive and does an incredible job of remembering the minute details...

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Megan M.

Nanny

Windsor Mill, MD

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
As a dedicated childcare provider with 14 years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. My patient and friendly nature creates a warm and nurturing environment for children, while my creativity and imagination make learning fun and engaging. I believe in open...

Ashley G. says "Megan has been a nanny for our family for over 3 years, taking excellent care of my two children starting when they were infants. She is warm, creative,...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.79/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.5

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Elkridge, MD

Babysitters in Elkridge, MD are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Adrienne G.

She is great with kids. My child is in love with her because she greats fun activities with them and also involves education with her. She...

- Natalia G.

Maddie M.

Maddie watched our three kids on vacation and they absolutely loved her! She was on time, attentive, and even packed her swimsuit everyday...

- Kate C.

Sophie B.

We hired Sophie for a few weeks while she was on winter break. She took care of our 10 month old daughter full time and was part time with...

- Ayala K.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Elkridge, MD:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Elkridge, 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 28 babysitters in Elkridge, MD on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Elkridge, MD babysitters on Care.com is $21.79 per hour as of October 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Elkridge, MD through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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