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Anika T.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have been working with children and adolescents for nine years from the ages of 5-21. Majority of my experience is with children with special needs. Additionally, I have experience with infants and toddlers. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. I am reliable, outgoing, and very patient! I enjoying reading, stilt walking,...

Kelly M. says "Anika served as a part-time caregiver for my children. She cared for my two daughters; ages 1 and 3. I highly recommend her for future employment. She was...

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Maria G.

Olney, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello I'm a mother of 4 adult children, 1 teen and I have 8 grandchildren. I enjoy working with my church and the young children, traveling and walks. I have over 20 years of housekeeping experience and have strong ties with my clients. I can provide references from these clients that I am trustworthy and reliable.

Musa K. says "Maria is an absolute gem. She helps our family with housekeeping and watching the kids. We really value Maria and are blessed to have her help. Any...

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Elizete K.

Over 18 Years Of Experience

Rockville, MD

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been working with children for more than 10 years. I can drive children to school and after school classes, play dates, library, cook their meals and light house clean. I am a safe driver and I have a clean background check.

Paula R. says "Elizete is very charismatic and positive. She is always happy to help other people. She is organized, punctual and very responsible."

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Sydney A.

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Sydney, and I've been babysitting for 3 years. I am 23 years old and a recent graduate from Howard University. I have been with 4 families long term in my last 3 years. I also have experience with special needs children. I have mainly worked with elementary aged children (4-13). I have also have some experience with...

Brandon W. says "Sydney did a wonderful job caring for our boys! She bought over games and activities for them to participate in and was on-time and very professional!...

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Yesabella M.

Experienced Nanny

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I am a woman that loves children, and animals. I have over 10 years of experience caring for children between newborn to 16 years. I am also experienced in animal care. I was trained in CPR from my time in medical school. I am fluent in Spanish, and my English skills are fair. I have the ability to drive, and my own...

Ezra K. says "Yesebella has been our full-time nanny for our now one-year-old, and she goes above and beyond the call of duty, taking our son to dozens of parks, library...

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Erin G.

Montgomery Village, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
20 years experience
Grocery shopping
I've been caring for children for over two decades because I love helping them grow and learn. My patient and friendly nature helps children feel comfortable and safe in my care. I'm trained in First Aid, CPR, and Early Child Development. I also have my CNA. I keep parents informed about their child's day through regular updates...

Care Member says "Erin a Modern day Mary Poppins! Erin has cared for our type one diabetic son for 8 years. She monitors his blood sugars, treats his lows, gives insulin...

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Jamie C.

Fun, Loving, Nurturing, And Creative Nanny- Baby Sitter!

Gaithersburg, MD

4.7(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Jamie and I'm an experienced childcare provider with a BA in Criminology & Criminal Justice. I love working with children of all ages, therefore my dream career is social work! Throughout HS, I was an intern for 3 years in a 1st grade classroom. I planned classwork, conducted lessons for students, and...

Care Member says "Jamie was an outstanding baby sitter throughout the past 3 summers. She watched my three children 3, 6, & 9, on weekends or date nights. She was open to...

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Victoria W.

Olney, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Victoria! I am a Home and Personal Concierge. I provide a wide variety of services including: *Child care *General services (i. e., errands, office/admin help, laundry services) *Pet care *Home organization (i. e. organizing closets, downsizing and moving help) I graduated from the University of Maryland in...

Melissa W. says "Victoria is wonderful to work with...professional and warm . She is a mom so gets all that's involved in running a home. My kids and pets love her and...

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Gaetane B.

Part-time / Full-time Caregiver Available

Burtonsville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
Hello! I have cared for children since I was old enough to care for myself. Being the eldest in a big family, babysitting became second nature to me. I've watched children as young as 2 months old to teen aged years. I love coming up with new activities to make sure the children I handle are having fun in a new but safe...

Yulisa C. says "Gaetane is awesome for homework and play time. My kids love her. She has been a great addition to our family. In fact they love her so much that they beg...

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Nicole D.

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
As a nurturing and experienced caregiver, my passion lies in children's growth and development. With seven years of experience and a genuine love for children, I have the skills and knowledge to provide a safe and nurturing environment. I am patient, creative, and friendly, and I prioritize open communication with parents. I'm...

Patrick R. says "Niki was a lifesaver when I unexpectedly became a single parent with two young children and a demanding job. She was always pleasant and reliable and...

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Katerin C.

Experience, Loving, Dynamic Sitter

Fulton, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Experienced babysitter who previously worked as a teacher in a Spanish immersion school for the last five years. CPR certified along with some early childhood development certifications . I describe myself as passionate, dynamic, loving, trustworthy with love for children. Have cared for infants children to preschool providing...

Lisa F. says "Kate is amazing in every way. She has been our nanny for over a year and is punctual, caring, cautious, creative, professional, and communicative. She is...

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Kura M.

Part-time Babysitter

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a dedicated childcare professional with over 10 years of experience working with children in a variety of settings, including daycare centers, after-school programs, and private homes. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to support children of all ages and developmental stages, including those with special...

Jacqueline M. says "Kura was a blessing to our family last year. She got my two children (7 and 9) ready for school and walked/drove them to school every morning. We...

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Betel T.

Child Care Specialist

Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
I am an experienced child care specialist who has worked with children ages 2-14 as a nanny/caregiver to families in the Georgetown area

Hadeel N. says "My kids loved Betel, she is very patient with kids. Smart, had no issues, juggling three kids in different school grades. She went above and beyond."

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Norma B.

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a genuine passion. My journey began with positive babysitting experiences, solidifying my desire to positively impact children's lives. With three years of experience caring for children aged 0-11, particularly toddlers, I bring patience, creativity, and a friendly demeanor...

Blake D. says "Norma lived with us. She is the most warm, loving, wonderful caregiver! The children adored her and she was always organized, engaged, responsible and left...

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Sandra G.

Olney, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
I am a mature woman with over 30 years experience in Childcare and planning to eventually establish a daycare facility. I am loving, patient and kind with children of all ages. Also I hold certificates in childcare from the Department of Children and Families as well as CPR and First Aid for Children and Infants. I have a clear...

Chandra C. says "Sandra has been such a fantastic caregiver for our infant son. She is kind, patient, knowledgeable about child development and takes time to get to know...

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Lindsey H.

Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have ample experience working with children of all ages, from infants all the way through to high schoolers. I have taken many child development courses, in high school as well as at a college level. During high school I assisted in our Preschool Program where I worked with 3, 4 and 5-year-olds. The summer after high school I...
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Anu A.

Fun & Reliable Babysitter/Nanny

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am currently working with a family who I met here on care. com. I take care of rambunctious 6-year-old autistic boy, who is non-verbal. He is getting home schooled and receives ABA therapy at home. I have learned a lot since I started September end last year. I thought I was patient before but I realized to have tons more....

Em J. says "I met Anu more than 10 years ago in college, she was an RA and wonderful support to the floor of young women that she was assigned to. Her ability to support...

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Erica M.

Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
My name is Erica. I am from Mexico. I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) person. I have lived in the USA for 30 years. I have been working with children since 2001. In the past, I have worked for two different programs as an in-home interventionist, working with children ages 0-7 years. Therefore, I received a lot of...

Charles B. says "Erica was our full-time nanny (in a nanny share) in Dupont Circle in DC from 2012-2014. This was our oldest daughter. Erica was nothing short of...

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Nawel K.

Experienced Babysitter Available Weekend Nights And All Day Monday

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
In the past I've work at a daycare for 3 years. I mostly work with young babies through 3 yrs old but I would occasionally help with all ages when needed. When working with the young babies, my tasks were change diapers, feed, playtime, nap time and write their daily activities for the parents to see. I do help out with my...

Rana Z. says "I've had Nawel watch my 15 month old toddler 2 times now and would definitely recommend her! She is punctual, detailed, available for date nights which...

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Kenya C.

Hi Dear Family

Montgomery Village, MD

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I Have 10 years of experience taking care of children of many different ages especially infants also I've been teaching Spanish to kids from 2 to 6 years old. I'm patient, loving, fun, active organized, and responsible. I have a safe reliable car and a clean DMV. I am pet-friendly also I have great references and which will...

Jillian A. says "Kenya is nothing short of amazing! We originally hired her as a night nanny for our baby boy, but as he has grown, she has been doing more daytime hours...

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

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Sandy Spring, MD

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

Anika T.

Anika served as a part-time caregiver for my children. She cared for my two daughters; ages 1 and 3. I highly recommend her for future...

- Kelly M.

Maria G.

Maria is an absolute gem. She helps our family with housekeeping and watching the kids. We really value Maria and are blessed to have her...

- Musa K.

Elizete K.

Elizete is very charismatic and positive. She is always happy to help other people. She is organized, punctual and very responsible.

- Paula R.

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 September 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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