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60 babysitters are listed in La Plata, MD
The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in La Plata, MD
5.0
(3)
I've worked for several agencies trying to look for something part time that fits my schedule with better pay. I've worked with patients who have dementia Alzheimer's I have no problem caring for your loved ones I love what I do.
Cynthia can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Cynthia is very dependable and caring!"
Kendra A.
4.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hope all is well. I am Ma'Nye I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old I even worked at a daycare. I am CPR and first aid certified. I love working with kids they always put a smile on my face.
I also have long time experience working with the elderly. I have experience with end of life care. I carry the knowledge...
Manye can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mayne has only been with us a week so far but our daughter loves her! She didn't take to our last sitter as well as she does with Mayne. I think it has a lot to do with her calm and sweet demeanor. She is always on time and doesn't require much throughout the day....
Deedra S.
Tealiyah P.
Waldorf, MD
$19-28/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Welcome to my profile!
I am a 22-year-old that has been babysitting since I was 16. I have continued to babysit all of these years simply because I love to. I am first aid/CPR certified and just graduated college with a degree in Child Development & Early Literacy. If you have any questions, please message me. Thank you for...
Tealiyah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Tealiyah is an amazing caregiver. She has babysat my 2y/o and 5 y/o daughters on multiple occasions. She's professional, patient, caring and punctual. My girls adore her."
Angel N.
Jaiden J.
Waldorf, MD
$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have two younger brothers both with special needs. My youngest brother has autism and the other brother had seizures growing up. I have been babysitting since I was about 13 I am now 23. I truly love kids and being able to help. I have a dog of my own so pets aren't an issue. I work at a hospital as a certified nursing...
Jaiden can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"I have personally known Jaiden since she was 14. She is very kind, will treat your child or children right, and her compassionate demeanor is great for working with kids. She's CPR and first-aid ready which is always an added benefit."
Elizabeth H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
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...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very nice and reliable. She is compassionate and caring. I really recommend her"
Tia R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a reliable child care taker!
Camerie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Camerie watched my 17 month old on short notice during a family emergency. She was kind, empathetic, and great with my little one. Would definitely hire her again!"
Dalia W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I simply love children! Providing safe, fun and reliable care is very important to me. I specialize in carrying for newborns through age 10. With seven years of elementary school teaching experience. I'm also a mom and believe children deserve to be well taken care of by trusted individuals.
Nedra can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Nedra for a short term 3wk position. Don't look any further! Nedra is kind, pleasant, punctual and personable! She is also amazing with children! My daughter absolutely loved her. She is super safe and had no problem submitting any documents we requested!...
Rashawn A.
Alexandra R.
Waldorf, MD
$14-19/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has 4 years of experience caring for children, from infants to middle school aged children. Also I am a full time college student just trying to make some extra money, my schedule is very flexible! I know I am able to provide a supervised, safe, yet fun environment for...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lexie has been an excellent fit for our family. She has taken great care of our Littles, always showing them love as if they were her own. She is the best. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello Mrs/Mr
I have been working as a nanny for the last 19 years. I also went volunteer at my church as a teacher, teacher assistant and multiple childcare for special occasions.
I am an active nanny, creative, caring, responsible, warm, tidy and above all very patience with newborns, infants, toddlers and pre-teens.
If you...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I interviewed Sandra for a full time nanny position and immediately wanted to hire her from the moment she walked in. Sandra has a very gentle and kind presence and that was also translated to the care she had for our baby. I didn't end up hiring Sandra because my...
Katherine Y.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with several children within the past 7 years from newborn to the age of 12 years old. I have worked in a In-Home Daycare while working there I have gained lots of knowledge on how to care for children of different ages. I am a certified Nurse Assistant so safety first. Lastly I am very loving, caring, responsible,...
Demarion can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"This was my first experience using CARE.COM & she was awesome. She was on time during our meeting & answered all my questions. I felt good with Demarion watching my daughter. Absolutely no concerns what so ever. Demarion kept me updated, sending pictures and...
Kiara B.
Hello, my name is Farah L. and I am a senior in high school. I have been babysitting kids for 6+ years. I am CPR, AED, and Lifeguard certified and have worked at multiple summer camps. I am great with pets as well!
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, reliable, and calm.
Grace P.
White Plains, MD
$19-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
2.6
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents, I'm Grace! I've always had a passion for the kiddos! I have multiple years of experience in babysitting, nannying, and caring for children with special needs. I've also worked in a couple childcare facilities. I'd love to fill your families life with fun, creativity, and assistance in daily home life and child...
5.0
"Grace was nice and early and was able to watch our son with short notice. He liked her right off the bat! We would definitely rehire Grace."
Krystal F.
Ayanna P.
Waldorf, MD
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello!! I am an enthusiastic and responsible young adult who is passionate about caring for children. I am currently studying to become a teacher at the elementary level. In high school, I was working in the daycare at my high school, and I did that for two years. Before that, during the summers, I would assist a professional...
Ayanna can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ever since I was a kid myself, I had a passion for helping children. I was always considered the neighborhood babysitter and loved every minute of it. I now have over 10 years of experience, I am CPR and First Aid certified, and have experience teaching at a daycare. I love planning daily activities for kids that engage them in...
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hello, my name is Fatou!
I am a student at the University of Maryland, working towards earning my Bachelor's in criminology and criminal justice, and eventually attending law school. Currently, I work as a part time instructor at Mathnasium, where I help students with all ages with their math. I have experience with arithmetic,...
Stephanie S.
Waldorf, MD
$25-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Steffi and I am an experienced and dependable babysitter taking care of children of all ages. I am a reliable, trustworthy and responsible person, with a bit of a silly side. I'd love to help make your job as a parent a little bit easier.
Growing up I was always one to want to help the elderly. Being one of the oldest grandchildren I have helped my great grandmother as she has gotten older she's 84 now. She has signs of dementia and needs someone to keep her company. I spend as much time on my days off from my other job with her, doing things she loves. Such as...
Allie can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands
I am 29 years old and I would love to take care of your children, I have a great passion for children and I am prepared to learn and develop in this sector in the best possible way, you can trust that there will not be any type of problem. My native language is Spanish (I understand very basic English but I still have a hard...
Hospitality has been a great deal of my career for about 5 years and I still enjoy helping people in their lives.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Families , my name is Myschia , I'm 32 years old! Here's a little about myself I have worked in the child care setting since I was 16 years old I started out as an intern at an elementary school , gained my certification in senior staff upon graduating high school to become a lead teacher at any Maryland daycare facility....
Myschia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in La Plata, MD
Cynthia G.
5.0
Cynthia was a great help during my fathers recent illness. She was punctual and a hard worker. She was a great comfort to my mom during this difficult time. We would definitely recommend and hire Cynthia again.
- Christy F.
Manye R.
3.0
I never got to meet Ma'Nye in person. She interviewed well and was scheduled to do a trial week with our family. The evening before, I sent her our address and she suddenly decided she didn't want to do the job anymore. It's unprofessional to commit to something and then bail for no legitimate...
- Tanika H.
Tealiyah P.
5.0
Tealiyah is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! She has become a part of my family. She's been with us since September 2022 & my 12 y/o & I absolutely adore her. She's always on time, great attitude, & most importantly trustworthy & just all around great person and great role model for my almost teenagers. It's...
- Danielle D.
Jaiden J.
5.0
I have personally known Jaiden since she was 14. She is very kind, will treat your child or children right, and her compassionate demeanor is great for working with kids. She's CPR and first-aid ready which is always an added benefit.
- Elizabeth H.
Alexandra S.
5.0
She is very nice and reliable. She is compassionate and caring. I really recommend her
- Tia R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in La Plata, MD:
How can I find a La Plata babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in La Plata, 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 22 babysitters in La Plata, MD on Care.com, with an average rating of 1.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in La Plata, MD?
The average rate for La Plata, MD babysitters on Care.com is $16.23 per hour as of June 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 La Plata, MD?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in La Plata, 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.