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60 babysitters are listed in Kensington, MD
The average rate is $19/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Kensington, MD
I have informally tutored many of my classmates in my AP courses in high school and my engineering courses at the University of Michigan
Shaimaa A.
Kensington, MD
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I currently work as a para educator at Bradley hills elementary school. I use to work in different mcps schools for 7 years. I love working with kids. I also work under pressure and I have a lot of patience.
Shaimaa can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Aidan C.
Kensington, MD
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Call me Addie - I'm 23 and I've worked with kids for about 8 years now and I absolutely love them! I love reading, listening to music, baking, and playing games (especially puzzles!). I encourage independence and honest communication, but value safety above all else.
I have experience with all ages. For those parents of...
Aidan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Veronica G.
Rockville, MD
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a dynamic, playful, caring and experienced Early Childhood Teacher who enjoys teaching and playing with children. I simply become a child again when it is time to play, go outside, and do projects. I believe love, respect, manners and positive discipline are important for better relationships and development. I speak both,...
Veronica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"My daughters are still asking when Veronica will come back! She taught my oldest a little bit of Spanish, and was very attentive to my youngest daughter, who sometimes has trouble adjusting to new people. She was great, and I can't wait for her to work with my...
Jessica M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Welcome to my profile! :)
A few things to know about me:
- I love kids(My mom runs a beautiful daycare in Bethesda and I have helped out my mom for a few years now! The kids at the daycare are the highlight of my day because they brighten the rooms with their beautiful smiles! I love coordinating a lot of arts and crafts with...
Isha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Isha is a great babysitter and my kids love her. I can see the kids are benefiting from her care and the learning she provides them. She's punctual, respectful, responsible, patient with the kids, and always has a smile on her face!"
Rahul B.
Ana M.
Hyattsville, MD
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Greetings Families!
My name is Ana and I am searching for a long term, full-time nanny position.
Monday-Friday, 40+ hours/ week.
I am willing to both commute and/or relocate for the right position.
I have 3+ years of various full-time nanny, part-time nanny, and babysitting experience for children ages infant - 11 years...
Skills:
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Hello, my name is Jhonatan, Ana worked for me for a year taking care of my two-year-old daughter. She performed excellently as a nanny. My family loved her, but as you can understand, my little girl started school and it was necessary to take Ana away from her. She...
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Kirby T.
Washington, DC
$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I am a 29-year-old adult with extensive babysitting experience. I've babysat for twins aged 12, special needs children, as well as a 3-year-old. I've babysat 4 children at one time. I am a responsible, caring, interpersonal young individual looking for a part-time babysitting job with a caring family.
Kirby can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kirby is great! You can tell she grew up taking care of pets."
Billy R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm an experienced babysitter and pet sitter. I have experience with children of all ages (Infants-teenagers). I have my own car and I own 2 cats. Fully vaccinated/boosted against Covid.
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring, and open minded.
I started working with kids when I was in middle school. In college I...
5.0
"Ellen is great! She is easy to coordinate with, and my daughter is always excited to see her. She is patient and engaged, and our large dog loves her as well. We hired her several times over a few months while waiting for a daycare spot to open up, and we will...
Meghan M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! I am in nursing school based in Sandy Spring MD and looking for a family to take care of primarily on the weekends.
I have taken care of kids (ages 2-16) for years (8+) and really love it. Kids are a lot of fun, and it means a lot to be a mentor.
have also been a volleyball coach for 12-13's girls in high school...
Camille can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Camille is an absolute joy. Her enthusiasm and zest for life is contagious! She worked with our daughter to help meet her IEP goals throughout sixth grade. Not only was she excellent in working with the academic aspects, she was also able to incorporate many social...
Jt G.
Dominique L.
Washington, DC
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Dominique, I am currently enrolled in The George Washington University. I have worked with a number of family's with children ranging from 1-11 years. I am Red Cross certified in CPR and have also taken a number of courses in babysitting. I love working with children of all ages. I have a lot of patience and...
Dominique can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dominque is a great babysitter. She is on time, helpful, flexible, and willing to provide the best care. I would completely recommend her for her babysitter/nannying skills. Baby M (8 months) enjoys their time together."
Karen M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jocelyne, I am a mother and wife living in Silver spring . I am deeply committed to the welfare of my family and conscious of how important is for the parents have someone reliable to care of their kids, I am willing to do my job with dedication and affection . I am also a nurse in my home country in a validation...
Jocelyne can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jocelyne helped my elderly mother get to the doctors with a fractured femur. She was very thoughtful and my mother described her as very sweet and kind. My mom does not like needing help and can be stubborn, but Jocelyne took it in stride. I will definitely hire...
Debra S.
Ksanet G.
Silver Spring, MD
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Know How It Feels To Need Someone To Care For Your Child/ren Trust Me I've Been There !
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a loving , fun, caring and most trusted babysitter. I am also a mother to my 3 beautiful children. I know what you need and I am ready to care for your child .
Ksanet can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Ksanet is a wonderful and kind person and she treated my children as her own. She quickly became a member of our family and helped us greatly when we really needed her. "
Aliza L.
Tatiana S.
Washington, DC
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Looking for A family
I've been working with children for a while.
I'm looking for a Long term family to babysit Or living .
I'm hard work
I'm comfortable with pets
Rate :18-25 depending on number of the kids and duties.
Full time - Monday to Friday .
Please let me know if you have any question.
Tatiana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Work hard and always on time for work , Tatiana love kids. In the pass 2 years she be working with kids and help around . Thanks you very much"
Pineiro B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Rose-Marie. I am a full-time college student at UMD, a part-time baker, and a 24/7 child and animal lover. I have been babysitting/tutoring within my family and community since I was 14 years old. Big sister to five younger siblings and auntie to my older sister's 3-year-old, I am no stranger to childcare. When I...
Rose-marie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rosie has been the most lovely nanny for my 3 children over the last two years. I have 2 boys, ages 8 and 14, as well as a daughter, age 4. She came into my household and managed to foster a system that brought out the best in each of them, with respect to their...
Natasha D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I began as a mothers helper, and when I was old enough began babysitting. I have been a nanny for multiple summers with a family as a travel sitter. I graduated from Johnson & Wales University with a bachelor's in Food Service Management, and two associate's in...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our infant was already asleep when she arrived, but our kindergartner read books with her and she put him to bed. He said she was nice and would like it if she babysat him again. Win!"
Olivia K.
Hilda A.
Bethesda, MD
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(8)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I have been providing child care for over 20 years now and I have worked with children ranging between the ages of newborn months to 14+ years old. Child care was my source of income while raising my own children and has always been something that I have enjoyed. I was also a Montessori teacher. Throughout my years, I became...
Hilda can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"She is very dependable and patient."
Kathryn R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Sofia and I am a first aid certified, 21-year-old college student who has taken care of little ones for about 6 years. I am in the midst of studying to earn my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and am looking to find a part-time nanny job in the DC area next semester. I have experience working...
Sofia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Veronica G.
Washington, DC
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Veronica , I have a bachelor's degree in Performing arts with a minor in teaching, I'm from Colombia.
My experiences with child goes from babies to kids. I'm from a big family always surrounded by new borns. I started babysitting when I was 16, back in college I was a drama teacher assistant for kids between 2 and 7 years...
Veronica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Veronica has been taking care of our twins since they were 1 year olds (over a year and a half ago) in addition to occasionally having a arching our 5 year old. I trust Veronica completed to take care of our kids; she is so responsible. Veronica has taken our kids...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have had the opportunity to interact with amazing kids my daily task included bathe kids/babies. Feed kids/babies. Play with kids/babies. Go on walks with kids/babies. Going out to the library/ museums, zoo, special events and park with kids/babies. I am also vaccinated and I have my police clearance with no criminal history.
Edith can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Early Education
5.0
"Edith took wonderful care of our son since he was 3 months old, and we highly recommend her. She quickly became part of our family. Edith created a routine (nap/feedings/play) that our son continues to follow. They spent the days reading books, playing together,...
Andrew B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I moved to Arlington from Boston about 1 year ago, and I am currently working as an occupational therapist. I am compassionate and responsible and I have years of experience with child care. Growing up, I have worked as a camp counselor, dance teacher, babysitter, and nanny. In my studies for occupational therapy, I have also...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Julia was fantastic. Kids took to her right away and she handled everything. Would absolutely hire again!"
Brian R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Kensington, MD
Veronica G.
5.0
My daughters are still asking when Veronica will come back! She taught my oldest a little bit of Spanish, and was very attentive to my youngest daughter, who sometimes has trouble adjusting to new people. She was great, and I can't wait for her to work with my daughters again!
- Jessica M.
Isha K.
5.0
Isha is a great babysitter and my kids love her. I can see the kids are benefiting from her care and the learning she provides them. She's punctual, respectful, responsible, patient with the kids, and always has a smile on her face!
- Rahul B.
Ana M.
5.0
Ana is a responsable person. She was really kind. I was feeling satisfied with her job. I highly recommend her.
- Care member
Kirby T.
5.0
Kirby is great! You can tell she grew up taking care of pets.
- Billy R.
Ellen B.
5.0
Ellen was great! Great communication, dependable, great with kids (and dogs!), really helped us out in our time of need! I recommend/would rehire!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Kensington, MD:
How can I find a Kensington babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Kensington, MD?
The average rate for Kensington, MD babysitters on Care.com is $19.21 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 Kensington, MD?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Kensington, 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 Kensington, MD babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Babysitters in Kensington, MD are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.