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Elizabeth F.

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Catonsville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hello! I am currently training to be a professional Norland Nanny, and I am home for the holidays from my studies in Early Childhood Development and Care at Norland College in Bath, England. I have three years of professional childcare experience in multiple settings including preschools, kindergarten classes, summer camps, and...

Care Member says "Lizzy was wonderful. She was prompt, kind and great with my 3 kids. She met their energy level and encouraged them to play on their terms. My kids are...

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Fatima B.

Friendly Educator

Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Light cleaning
Dear Guardians, I'm a self-proclaimed nerd and art enthusiast who enjoys fitness! Throw in my love for pets, animation, theater, literature, and nutrition, you have all the ingredients that make an excellent nanny :)

Care Member says "We’ve had the pleasure of having Fatima care for our two children for the past year, starting when they were just 6 months and 20 months old. She has...

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Phoenix G.

Fun And Kind! I Love Kids And Love Helping Out.

Gwynn Oak, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! I'm Phoenix and I'd love to be your babysitter! I am a 21yo English and Pre-Physician Assistant double major at UMBC, currently enrolled in my senior year. I've had quite some time in learning about children and child care, but my more serious and legal training began earlier this year. I am CPR/First Aid certified as...

Matthew W. says "Phoenix has come over a couple times now and both of my kids really enjoy her visits! She has been easy to communicate with and has shown up on time. "

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Kate W.

Part-time Babsitter/Nanny Available

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Kate. I am a 6th year teacher with my summers off looking to provide care! I love working, and spending time with children, and have been doing it for as long as I can remember. I have watched children as young as infants, to children as old as 12. I teach third grade, and have taught second! I am creative, and...

Care Member says "Kate kept my two girls busy and happy for many summers. She is very responsible and kind ❤️"

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Margarita Z.

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hi there! my name is Margarita. I am a loving and patient person and currently seeking for a fulltime/ partime nanny position. I have over 19 years of experience with child care and would be more than happy to provide child care if needed. I charge 25-30$ /hour. Feel free to contact me if you are in need of a fun and loving...

Kelly G. says "We were so fortunate to have found Margarita. She has been caring for our 9 month old baby for the past 5 months and has done an amazing job. She is...

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Katelyn G.

Elkridge, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
As the youngest sibling in my family, I was very fortunate to become an aunt at 9 years old. At 15, I became the primary sitter for my nieces & nephews, which introduced me to the joy of caring for children. For my high school internship, I developed a "transitions" course, assisting children with the changes of K- to-1st grade...

Erin O. says "We hired Katelyn to help us out with our preschooler around my maternity leave. My son took to her calm and kind demeanor right away, and we appreciate her...

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Hannah P.

Compassionate, Punctual, And Creative Babysitter

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Hannah and I have 8 years of experience babysitting ages 1 month - 6 years old. I am a 24-year-old woman and a Johns Hopkins University graduate. I am looking for part-time (full time over the summer) or one-time nannying positions. I am a certified teacher in the Baltimore City Public Schools District. I am...

Care Member says "We had the pleasure of working with Hannah. She was great with our 11month old, and earned his trust quickly. Hannah learned his habits and needs...

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Kathryn B.

Fun, And Smart Sitter

Elkridge, MD

4.5(1)
from
$27/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
I took classes in college to obtain a certification to work with young children and also studied social work and psychology. I have been watching children for over 20 years. I started as an assistant camp counselor (for children age 2-14, and went to babysitting families (from ages 4months-15 years old) and worked at a daycare...

Kristine A. says "Kathryn works very well with children. She keeps them entertained and active by doing fun activities with them. She is a joy to be around and work...

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Ivy T.

It's Not Work If You're Having Fun!

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
I currently work with a family that I have been with for about 2 years. I am with the kids about every Wednesday and occasionally one to two additional days in the week. On Wednesdays during the school year, I pick the two older kids, 5 and 7, up from school while the youngest, 2, stays at home with one of the children's family...

Rebecca C. says "Ivy currently works for our family and has been with us for nearly two year. She is flexible in her activity with our three children- always putting...

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Ayanna W.

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
I'm passionate about supporting children's growth and development and have 8 years of experience as a childcare provider. I thrive in environments where I can use my creativity and imagination to engage children in educational and enjoyable activities. As a certified teacher with coursework in early child development, I have the...

Samantha A. says "Ayanna has provided great care for the twins! She is the perfect fit for our family. She has a sweet disposition, goes with the flow and is willing to...

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Mariam S.

Childcare/Preschool Teacher

Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Motived teacher/ childcare specialist with more than 20 years of experience working with babies and young children. Well- versed in developmental milestones, child development and various teaching philosophies. Successful in creating nurturing environment and building rapport with children, parents and administrators. Fully...

Care Member says "Mariam was incredible with our two children. She has many years of experience with kids so we learned a lot of tips and strategies from her. She was...

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Lucy D.

REGISTERED NURSE, Nanny W/ Reliable & Safe Transportation

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Lucy! I'm 28 years old, and I am currently a Registered Nurse. Right now, I am hoping to find new clients for occasional nannying with the potential for it to become recurring. I am open to working with medically complex children & have 5 years of pediatric nursing experience. I have a clean driving record and...

Skye C. says "Lucy is a very responsible and enthusiastic person. She is very good with children and strives to provide the best care possible. Responsible and...

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Sally T.

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hi, I'm Sally! I recently graduated from Morgan State University with a Bachelor's degree in Social Work. Growing up as the oldest of four in an extended family, I discovered early on how much I love caring for children. What started as a responsibility quickly became a passion. My training has taught me that every child is...

Crystal S. says "Sally is amazing with the kids and super flexible!"

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Melody F.

Experienced And Reliable Child Care Professional

Ellicott City, MD

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
20 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Ameyrah A.

Reliable Responsible Caregiver!

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to nurturing young minds and creating enriching experiences for children. My passion stems from witnessing their growth firsthand and knowing I'm making a positive impact. I'm a college graduate with 10 years of babysitting experience. I am patient, creative, and approachable. I'm...

Jane S. says "So reliable and from the moment I met her I could tell she just loves children! definitely recommend you choose her as your caregiver. You won't regret. She...

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Desiree T.

Full-Time Nanny / House Manager

Brooklyn, MD

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been a certified educator at the elementary school level for over 13 years, and I love working with children. I have a B. A. from the University of Texas as well as a Montessori certification in early childhood education. I would like to continue to utilize my skills as a teacher to assist wonderful families in making the...

Xochitl C. says "I have known Desiree for many years, and I can confidently say that she is the most professional person that I have ever met. She did not only put her...

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Megan M.

Nanny

Windsor Mill, MD

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Megan, and I have over 15 years of experience working with children, with my main focus being infants and toddlers (ages 0-3). I hold an Associate's Degree, a 90-hour Preschool Certification, 45-hour Infant & Toddler Certification, and I am CPR and First Aid certified. I am passionate about learning through play...

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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Alison S.

Babysitter

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi! I'm a working professional (in the international development sector) looking to make a bit of money on the side :). I have over 15 years of babysitting experience, including full time nanny gigs. When working with kids, I seek to build a relationship of trust and mutual respect. I encourage creative, inquisitive play,...

Karen F. says "Ali is the best. She is fun, responsible, reliable, has a great imagination and a wonderful personality. She is compassionate, trustworthy, and...

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Blossom J.

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I would describe my personality as joyful, adaptable, and trustworthy. My passion lies in working with children! Their vibrant energy brings me so much joy! My journey with kids began when I was just 12 years old. As the oldest of seven, caring for children has always been a part of my life! In my free time, I express my...

Care Member says "Blossom is absolutely the best. She never fails to exceed my expectations! I just hired to clean my house and she even watched the kids, made them food...

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Samantha W.

Full-Time, Part-Time Caregiver Available

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! *I am currently employed full time. I'm only taking on one-time babysitting, pet/house sitting, housekeeping, and errand jobs.* I have been a nanny for over 10 years and I have a lot of child care experience with ages ranging from 6 weeks to 11 years. I am passionate about caring for children and I'm confident in my...

Lauren S. says "Right from the beginning of the interview I felt at ease with Samantha and wanted to hear her opinions and ideas on how to best handle our situation. She...

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Babysitters in Halethorpe, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Elizabeth F.

Lizzy was wonderful. She was prompt, kind and great with my 3 kids. She met their energy level and encouraged them to play on their terms....

- Care member

Fatima B.

We’ve had the pleasure of having Fatima care for our two children for the past year, starting when they were just 6 months and 20 months...

- Care member

Phoenix G.

Phoenix has come over a couple times now and both of my kids really enjoy her visits! She has been easy to communicate with and has shown up...

- Matthew W.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in Halethorpe, MD

The average rate for babysitters in Halethorpe, MD on Care.com is $20.60 per hour as of May 2026. Rates can vary depending on the babysitter’s experience, the ages of your children, and the types of responsibilities you need help with. Duties like preparing meals, handling bedtime routines, caring for infants, or supervising multiple children may influence the overall rate. Many families also find that evening, weekend, or last-minute care can be priced differently. For a broader look at typical pricing, you can explore how much babysitters cost and use the Care.com cost calculator to help estimate your total expenses.

Finding a babysitter in Halethorpe, MD often starts with asking people you trust, such as friends, relatives, or neighbors, for recommendations. Many families also look in local parenting groups or community forums where other parents share their experiences. On Care.com, you can browse 15 babysitters in Halethorpe, MD, each with information about their background, availability, and reviews from nearby families. Taking time to compare profiles and understand each sitter’s experience, age-group comfort, and approach to childcare can help you find someone who fits your family’s routine and expectations.

Babysitters in Halethorpe, MD offer a range of services to support different family schedules and childcare needs. Many caregivers focus on afternoon routines, including after-school sitters who help with pick-ups, homework, and evening transitions. Families who need extended coverage can look for overnight sitters who stay through the night and assist with bedtime care. You can also find sitters who specialize in caring for infants, such as infant babysitters experienced with feeding, naps, and developmental routines. Many babysitters are available for weekend help or general childcare, and some can take on tutoring responsibilities if your child needs academic support. Reviewing each sitter’s profile can help you understand their experience, availability, and the types of care they are most comfortable providing.

When choosing a babysitter in Halethorpe, it’s helpful to consider their experience, comfort with your child’s age group, and familiarity with common childcare duties. Many families look for babysitters who communicate clearly, arrive on time, and have positive reviews from other parents. It can also be useful to understand the typical responsibilities of a babysitter so you know what to expect during each visit. For a broader sense of the qualities families value most, you can explore what makes a good babysitter, especially if you’re hiring someone for infants, bedtime routines, or after-school care.

Babysitters typically provide occasional or part-time care, such as evenings, weekends, or short-term help when parents are away. Nannies usually work more consistent hours and may take on additional responsibilities like planning activities, helping with children’s schedules, or supporting daily routines. Understanding the differences can help you decide which type of caregiver best fits your family’s needs in Halethorpe.

How early you should book a babysitter depends on when and how long you need care. For busy times like weekends, holidays, or evenings, it can help to reach out several days in advance. If you need ongoing or recurring help, contacting sitters ahead of time gives you more options and allows you to schedule interviews and meet-and-greets. For last-minute care, many babysitters in Halethorpe offer flexible or same-day availability.

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