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Emily S.

It's All About Having Fun While Getting Things Done!

Poolesville, MD

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$24/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I have been babysitting since I was about 14, and it is my favorite type of job! I love watching kids grow and learn. I think babysitting is the most rewarding experience. I can't wait to make an impact in you and your child's life!
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Jeryne A.

Poolesville, MD

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I've been caring for children for most of my life, starting with helping my mom care for her grandchildren and assisting with my nieces and nephews in a large family. These experiences taught me patience, responsibility, and how to create a safe, nurturing environment for children of all ages. Over the years, I've gained...
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Lauren D.

Young Energetic Babysitter

Leesburg, VA

4.7(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Lauren. I am a registered nurse specialized in Labor and delivery and NICU. I would describe myself as very responsible, energetic, organized, and attentive when I babysit. I have my own transportation, so I can commute to your location. I can care for all children ranging from newborns to elementary school age. I can...

Jessika N. says "Lauren was very good with our girls, 2.5 and 8 months old. Her personality is very friendly and fun which was great for my happy and energetic toddler....

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Maddie J.

Herndon, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm currently pursuing my Masters in Marketing at Vanderbilt! I'm a very positive and energetic person. I love being around children, and this comes from having a younger brother and younger cousins in my family! I've been a babysitter for multiple families for 9 years. I was a full-time nanny at one point in my life, but am...

Anna T. says "Maddie was so wonderful with our kids and they are asking that she comes back :) She helped with meal-time and a play-date too! Thanks for being so...

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Ashley R.

Caring, Responsible And Reliable! You Can Count On Me!

Germantown, MD

5.0(0)
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$27/hr
19 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Ashley and I currently reside in the Germantown, Maryland area. I am a mother myself and believe that children need constant nurturing throughout the day. I am an individual who loves to read to children and teach them how to grasp the basic concepts of colors, shapes and words to help in their cognitive developement....
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Ann K.

Experienced Sitter Looking For A Nannying Job For The Rest Of The Summer!

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Annie, I am 23 years old and I am looking for a nannying job for the rest of this summer. I graduated from the University of Denver last year and just moved home. I am starting law school in the fall at the University of Maryland. I have been babysitting for 9 years and spent this last year working in Vail as a...

Gina L. says "We had Annie over to help us with our 18-month-old boy for about 5 weeks this summer and she was a total rock star. Our son is very active and...

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Marly C.

Germantown, MD

4.9(1)
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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
Hello, my name is Marly. I am responsible and dependable, but also fun and energetic. I love kids and enjoy reading stories, coloring, watching movies, going to the park for a walk, etc. I believe in treating your children as I would my own! I have much babysitting experience and have babysat my little brother, cousins, family...

Frank O. says "Marly is the best! We have never felt this comfortable leaving our kids with any babysitter as much as we did with Marly. She is affable and upbeat....

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Nawarat J.

I'm Looking For A Full Time Position I Have Over 8 Years Experience Of Taking Care Of Children

Herndon, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello Dear parents. My name is Nawarat or you can call me NJ. I'm from Thailand I'm 26 years old. I'm looking for a full time position. I have my own car. I have CPR and First Aid certificate and fully vaccinated and booster. I speak Thai/English, I like being outside do an outdoor activities, I love driving, singing. Also I'm...

Ellen And Alex G. says "NJ helped us over a period of two weeks. She is punctual, professional, responsible and is warm and friendly with the kids. What originally was...

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Elsy H.

Sterling, VA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I'm a mother of 2 and have cared for my kids for 21 years, along with helping raise my nieces and nephews. I love caring for kids and watching them grow up. As a parent I know how important it is for my kids to be safe and to be cared for properly. I hope that I'm able to win your trust and confidence in caring after your kids.
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Stephanie V.

Responsible After-school Sitter

Germantown, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
I have encountered several experiences with kids as I am a tutor that meets up with students. Also, there have been many occasions where I have looked over my cousins that range from the ages of 10-12 during date nights especially. I am aware of typical eating, homework, playtime, and sleeping routines and I am flexible with...

Tiffinee L. says "Excellent sitter! She was a god send! She engaged in active play with our children and they loved her. I highly recommend Stephanie!"

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Deborah O.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekdays And Week Nights And Some Weekends6yrs Of Experience .

Germantown, MD

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I am a certified Nursing assistant and CPR certified I have worked in this felid for over 5years and I have experience with all age groups and also the honor of working with some amazing families ... I have worked with new born babies and toddlers also including young adults and adults and every client has different needs and am...

Jennyfer J. says "Deborah is such a wonderful young lady. She is so kind and polite and she always goes above and beyond when it comes to taking care of my son. I have a...

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Norma M.

Ashburn, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! my name is Norma. I'm a loving mother of two boys, now graduated from college. I have had years of experience raising my own two boys as well as my nieces and nephews along the way. A couple of years back, my sister in law, and I opened our own home dare care, which ran for 5 years until 2017. Afterward I decided to pursue...

Andrea M. says "Norma has been the absolute best nanny to our 1 year old daughter over the last 6 months. She is an incredibly loving and caring person. We trust her...

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S. Patricia F.

Germantown, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm a mom of 5, a teacher, a tutor, and a caregiver. I have worked with children for over 15 years, ages ranging from newborns to 15 years of age. My goal is to always meet the expectations of the families that I work for and to make sure the children I care for. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Thank you.

Debbie P. says "Patty was a wonderful caregiver to our children. She was always extremely kind and responsible while driving and sitting at our home. We were sorry to...

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Brenda D.

Bilingual Certified Teacher Available For Nanny And Babysitting Needs

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
Happily raising my three lovely daughters who are 17-, 13- and 6-years-old. I am a former preschool and elementary school Spanish-language teacher and certified Social Studies middle school to high school teacher. I also coached elementary and high school Softball and was an active member of an amazing nursery school parent-led...

Lizette C. says "Brenda was absolutely wonderful. She helped with grandchildren, cooked a delicious meal one of the evenings and also helped keep our home clean and in...

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Adriana B.

Herndon, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Available evenings and weekends only. I am a young professional (25 f) seeking one-time babysitting and caretaking jobs to increase my income. I was a full time nanny of 3 (2 toddlers, 1 infant) for one year and absolutely loved it. I have experience resolving conflict between kids, managing big feelings and teaching teaching...

Madison C. says "Adriana has been such an amazing extension of our family and has taken amazing care of our 3 children over the last year. She is smart, dependable,...

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Angela G.

Germantown, MD

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience
I am a warm, reliable, and highly experienced nanny with over 3 years of childcare experience in the U. S. and over 30 years of experience speech-language pathologist in my country; have cared for children from infancy through school age, with my greatest experience being with infants, am an expert in creating safe and nurturing...

Care Member says "Angela is a loving, responsible and caring individual. . She’s been working with my then 3 month old son for the past 5 months already, and both of my...

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Yesenia V.

I Just Want To Put A Smile On Your Child's Face When They See Me!

Ashburn, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am a mother of two boys, Angel & Gabriel, ages 13 and 16. I am spontaneous and love learning new things every day. I love music, the outdoors, and any fun & exciting activities! I enjoy teaching children and have done so in home and school settings. I worked for families in their homes and also worked for Minnieland Academy...

Care Member says "Yesenia was amazing. She was super friendly and knew exactly how to care for our 4 month old. We would hire her again in a heartbeat!"

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Alexis B.

A Helping Hand

Germantown, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a responsible and compassionate registered nurse with experience caring for children ages newborn to 17. I completed undergrad at the University of Virginia in 2019 and am currently enrolled in a master's program at Catholic University. I have experience as a pediatric psych/behavioral health nurse and currently work as a...

Kristina M. says "Alexis is awesome! I would definitely recommend her to my friends! She arrived on time and jumped right in and started interacting with my daughter as...

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Kathlyn M.

Child Care

Germantown, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Professional Caregiver and Preschool Lead Teacher. 14 years of experience in Early Childhood Education in the classroom setting and 16 years of experience babysitting children from ages 0 - 12 years. Associate's degree from Montgomery College. Currently pursuing Bachelors degree from Ashworth College.

Care Member says "Kathlyn was nothing short of AMAZING! She was able to watch my sons within short notice and was very flexible. She was great with my boys and was...

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Yanina B.

Nanny With Experience

Sterling, VA

3.7(1)
from
$23/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
My name is Yanina, I am looking for a full time ( Monday to Friday) or part time ( only Saturday's) position caring for your son or daughter in your home. A have a lot of experience caring for children of many different ages, CPR certificate, trained in first AID and AED, Covid-19 vaccinated ( fully vaccinated). I love the...

Care Member says "Yanina was an absolute blessing to our family for over a year as our nanny. She is reliable, consistent, loving and capable. We will miss her greatly in...

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  • The average posted rate is $24.00/hr as of August 2026

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Babysitters in Poolesville, MD are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Lauren D.

Lauren was very good with our girls, 2.5 and 8 months old. Her personality is very friendly and fun which was great for my happy and...

- Jessika N.

Maddie J.

Maddie was so wonderful with our kids and they are asking that she comes back :) She helped with meal-time and a play-date too! Thanks for...

- Anna T.

Ann K.

We had Annie over to help us with our 18-month-old boy for about 5 weeks this summer and she was a total rock star. Our son is very active...

- Gina L.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in Poolesville, MD

The average rate for babysitters in Poolesville, MD on Care.com is $24.50 per hour as of August 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 Poolesville, 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 2 babysitters in Poolesville, 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 Poolesville, 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 Poolesville, 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 Poolesville.
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 Poolesville offer flexible or same-day availability.

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