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Hadyah S.

Sandy Spring, MD

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$35/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Fostering a child's growth and development is my true passion, and I find deep fulfillment in making a positive impact on young lives. With 2 years of experience caring for children aged 0-3, I provide a patient, calm, and approachable environment. I have some background Early Child Development coursework, which informs how I...
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Julia D.

Sitter Looking For A Job

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Julia and I am looking for a full time position but open for part time as well, I am also available for date night and occasional babysitting. I first decided to work with kids when I was 15 years old. Since then I have learned to work with kids between the ages of 3 months and 8 years. Through my professional...

Care Member says "Julia is a wonderful nanny and our son absolutely adores her. She has been watching him since he was 5 months old and he is almost one now. She is...

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Maddie D.

Former Pre-K Teacher Looking For Nannying Job!

Kensington, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Parenting Coach and Professional Caregiver serving clients in the DMV. I'm a college graduate with extensive childcare experience in both homes and childcare facilities/preschools. Most recently, I spent nearly 4 months as an assistant Pre-K Teacher. I'm especially interested in early childhood development and love watching...

Care Member says "Maddie worked with our family for several months and was a huge help during a critical time in our family. She helped with our toddler while I was...

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Amicahyri M.

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I've worked with children for over 14 years, in a babysitting and teaching setting. I love being able to be silly, artistic and active with kids! Additional responsibilities I've performed consist of picking up kids from school, helping with homework, walking dogs and some housekeeping.

Leslie C. says "Our family loves Mica - my 3 year old hugs and kisses her every time she comes to watch our kids. Mica spends time with the kids doing whatever they are...

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Nadia R.

Experience Babysitter Available On Weeknights!

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Hello Family and friends! I am still babysitting mornings/nights (during the week) and weekends. I am currently in a Masters Program so I do have classes and internships on certain days. For any questions, comments or concerns please reach out to me. I forward to hearing from you !

Patty C. says "Nadia is very responsible and she truly enjoys doing fun activities with kids. She cared for my three kids and they were always happy to see her and are...

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Shekinah W.

Fun-Loving Babysitter

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
My name is Shekinah. I'm 26 years old. I have been caring for children for 12 years and pet sitting for about a year. I was a teachers assistant for 1 year before becoming in administrative assistant. I taught ages 1 - 4 years old. I still care for the children I taught Occasionally babysitting for their families. I teach, clean...

Cornealius S. says "Shekinah has cared for our newly turned 3y/o since May. She has been great with her. Our daughter loves her. She's been very dependable and most...

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Patricia P.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs.

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Bringing eight years of experience working with children aged newborn to 11, I'm passionate about providing nurturing care and supporting families. My previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to positively impact young lives, and I strive to be a reliable childcare option for you. I hold a college degree and maintain...

Sarah B. says "Patricia is AMAZING. She has become an extension of our family and we all love her so much. She is absolutely wonderful with our children (ages 5 and 8)...

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Nynfa P.

Derwood, MD

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Nynfa and I will tell you a little bit about myself. I have a degree in early education and live with my husband and 3 kids in Derwood Maryland. I have been working with children over 10 years. I love nature walks, art and craft and all fun activities and educational games...

Care Member says "It is with heartfelt gratitude that I write this recommendation for Nynfa, who has been an exceptional nanny for our family. She started caring for our...

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Mubeen K.

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
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I received my Masters in Teaching Early Childhood Education from UMBC. I was a preschool teacher for two years as well as a research assistant at the Child Development Lab at UMD. I was also an adolescent mental health associate at a state psychiatric facility for three years and worked extensively with children with psychiatric...

Ambereen H. says "I have known Mubeen for over 2 years. She is super kid friendly, reliable, and engages the children (it helps that she has teaching experience)! I have...

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Melissa L.

Part Time Babysitter Or Nanny

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
I have always loved working with children and helping them learn and grow! I'm currently a teacher at an Early Childhood Center in Potomac, where I work with children ages 2-5. I've taught a 2-year-old class as well as a "Mommy and Me" class for 18-24-month-old toddlers. Before teaching, I worked as a nanny for several years,...

Thelma M. says "I hired Melissa to care for my two children (2 and 3) and they loved her! My 3 year old always asks about her and my shy 2 year old cuddled up to her...

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Ana B.

Ana

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello dear, my name is Ana I am from El Salvador I leave in Rockville MD. I been working with kids for long time but my job that I still have will end in September. Been working whit these wonderful family for 8 year's I have experience I have references from them . I have my own transportation good record driving, responsible....

Care Member says "I did not hire Ana, that's because we are "co-workers". I am a witness of the great care she gives to the family she works with. Parents always feel at...

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Andrea G.

Caregiver & Pet Sitter

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have experience caring for newborns up until age 13. As an aunt of three (plus), I often cared for my niece when she was a newborn and on. I have experience caring for a friends newborn, up until age 2 and also cared for two young boys, one with ASD, beginning at age 2 and 4 for five years. I have cared for another young boy...

Allie B. says "Andrea has a gentle disposition and is so patient with children. Her imagination allows her to carry on a conversation with toddlers so naturally. She...

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Janaina O.

Derwood, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have about 7 years of experience with kids between newborn to 12yo. Also, I worked as Human Resources in my home country, here I worked as a driver, deliver driver and helper too. I am always open to learn and improve myself. I am looking for extra as babysitting for date night or part time after school where I can bring my 2...

Ted B. says "Janay is the best nanny ever. She took care of my son since he was 2 months old. She is very proactive, punctual, and reliable. My son loves her so much and...

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Gabriela J.

Babysitter

Derwood, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi, my name is Gaby. I am currently a nanny for a 2-year-old. I have worked in daycare for 10 years and decided to become a nanny two years ago. I have worked with infants up to the age of 10. I enjoy taking care of children of all ages and watching them grow as well as succeed. I enjoy creating activities such as puzzles,...

Care Member says "Gaby has been a gift to our family! She’s kind, caring, reliable and trustworthy. She’s the only person who watches our son outside of family. I feel so...

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Marina S.

Experienced Babysitter

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello! My name is Marina! I've live in the Rockville area for over 25 years and I have experience babysitting for over 20 years. I am energetic and love taking care of children. I enjoy going outside when the weather is nice to play at the playground and also do fun activities indoors. I do have references when requested. I...

Suzanne P. says "Marina is wonderful. She treats your family like her own. She has experience with twin, infants, toddlers and young kids. You'll be happy you hired her!"

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Mariela R.

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
Compassionate and dedicated childcare professional with over 15 years of experience caring for children from newborns (including twins) to teenagers. Passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that supports children's emotional, social, and developmental growth. I am highly organized, dependable, and...

Care Member says "She is wonderful! She helped raise my twins from 6 weeks to 3.5 years old. I would hire her again in a minute, I trust her completely with my kids."

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Griselda A.

Hi!!

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hi , everyone. My name is Griselda, I have 10 years of experience as a nanny . I am a nurse in my country, so I love kids , love to play with them, read books, tell stories, and sing. I have a recommendation .

Giesela L. says "We interviewed Griss for a nanny position. She was early, prepared, and professional. She was also warm and energetic. We instantly liked her and felt...

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Julie D.

Part-time Caregiver

Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Julie. I am a recent Towson University alumni and I am currently living in Columbia MD. I have worked with kids from ~7 weeks-16 years old for the past 9 years. I am looking for a nanny position in a kind and loving environment in my area! I am now also offering dog-sitting/ house-sitting services as well. I...

Ashley B. says "Julie did an amazing job caring for our 2 young boys. She provided pick-up from school/daycare, played with them after school, and fed them dinner. Very...

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Kira M.

Full Or Part-Time Nanny Available

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Kira. I am an experienced babysitter and nanny looking for part-time or full-time summer nannying opportunities. I have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, a 90-hour certificate in infant and toddler development, and have been a Kindergarten Teacher with MCPS for 3 years! I love to create...

Shannon W. says "Kira babysat our 12 month old son for a much needed night out with friends. We were a little nervous about how our son would react as we have only used...

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Victoria M.

Part-time/ Occasional Babysitter - Your Childcare Wish Just Came True!

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as reliable, caring, and detail-oriented. I like working with kids because they always light up my days. I'm looking for a job that is occasional babysitting or a part-time position. I started working with kids when I was 15 years old. In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family, take my...

Care Member says "Victoria helped us out last minute when another sitter cancelled. She showed up right on time and was easy to communicate with. She immediately started...

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  • The average posted rate is $35.00/hr as of August 2026

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

Julia D.

Julia is a wonderful nanny and our son absolutely adores her. She has been watching him since he was 5 months old and he is almost one now....

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Maddie D.

Maddie worked with our family for several months and was a huge help during a critical time in our family. She helped with our toddler while...

- Care member

Amicahyri M.

Our family loves Mica - my 3 year old hugs and kisses her every time she comes to watch our kids. Mica spends time with the kids doing...

- Leslie C.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in Sandy Spring, MD

The average rate for babysitters in Sandy Spring, MD on Care.com is $35.00 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 Sandy Spring, 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 1 babysitters in Sandy Spring, 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 Sandy Spring, 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 Sandy Spring, 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 Sandy Spring.
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 Sandy Spring offer flexible or same-day availability.

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