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Nuria K.

I Love Working With Children!!!

Baltimore, MD

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I am a highly talented childcare provider with huge experience in providing a safe and stimulating environment for young children. I started my childcare career volunteering in my sister's home child care center as a teenager. During my early college years I spent my days off working as a substitute teacher and tutor in the...

Donna D. says "I interviewed Nuria to watch my daughter. She is very professional and has a great personality - I'm looking forward to working with her."

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Jenifer S.

Severn, MD

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I have over 8 years of experience as a babysitter, caring for children of all ages during my college years and beyond. After spending 3 years working remotely in the IT healthcare field, I decided to transition into more personally fulfilling work. I now tutor middle school students and continue to provide childcare - something...

Cyril J. says "Jenifer worked for me for 8 months. She took care of 7 year old and 8 month old while I was at work. She would prepare meals for the kids as well as helped...

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Megan H.

Student At Duke University School Of Medicine

Ellicott City, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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...

Sophie I. says "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...

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Dorian L.

Date Night / Weekend Caregiver Available

Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Dorian. I recently graduated from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, with my Masters in Social Work. I am a licensed LGSW, and currently working full-time at a hospital in Baltimore. I have been a part-time caregiver for one boy and one girl for seven years. I was with them from the ages of 7 and 3 until...

Omar B. says "Dorian worked for us over the summer to pick our son up from camp and watch him/do activities with him until we returned home. My son loved his time with...

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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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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
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 9 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
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 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
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
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
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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
9 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Lucy! I'm 24 years old, and I am currently a Registered Nurse at a local pediatric clinic. 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 2 years of pediatric nursing experience. I have a...

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
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.79/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Halethorpe, MD

Babysitters in Halethorpe, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Nuria K.

I interviewed Nuria to watch my daughter. She is very professional and has a great personality - I'm looking forward to working with her.

- Donna D.

Jenifer S.

Jenifer worked for me for 8 months. She took care of 7 year old and 8 month old while I was at work. She would prepare meals for the kids as...

- Cyril J.

Megan H.

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....

- Sophie I.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in Halethorpe, MD

The average rate for babysitters in Halethorpe, MD on Care.com is $20.79 per hour as of March 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 14 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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