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Kayleen V. says "I had the pleasure to meet with Mthikazi through a family member when I was in desperate need of help with my then 2 year old daughter. When I expressed...
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- $20/hr
Dana C. says "Yup, you just found the person you want watching your kid(s). Caché is a "baby whispers" and a saint with Toddlers-truly a gifted care-provider and a...
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- $22/hr
Samantha M. says "Christina was fantastic!! We hired her for a date night to watch our 3 year old. She was punctual, friendly, and fun!! Our daughter loved playing with...
Care Member says "Janie is a great caregiver! She is very outgoing, upbeat, on time, and hard worker! I highly recommend her. You will not be disappointed in the...
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Jaclyn C. says "Madie is a great communicator, enthusiastic, and reliable. She brings fun and energy to the job. My kiddos are so excited to hear she's coming. She has...
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- $35/hr
Caitlin R. says "I can't say enough about how AMAZING our experience was with Ms. Sasha. We had the pleasure of meeting her when our twin girls attended COA - Ellicott...
Cedonia P. says "I have known Sra Librada for about six years now, first as a Spanish tutor and later as a friend. She is one of my favorite people! I've never seen her...
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Tamara F. says "Stephanie worked in my classroom as a Para-Educator (essentially an aide) while I taught a pre-k Inclusion class. She worked with both typically...
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Maya A. says "I've loved working with Astou in a nanny share with two other families. She transitions the children seamlessly as I drop my son off for 1/2 the day and...
Care Member says "Iyanah was great with our two girls (newborn and toddler). Kitchen and play areas were tidy when I returned home. She gave me a thorough run down of...
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- $23/hr
Care Member says "Anna is an absolutely incredible caregiver. She is so loving and nurturing with our daughter, while also brining years of knowledge and experience to...
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Jacqueline F. says "There shouldn't be ANY doubt in your mind to hire Stephanie. She cared for our daughter for over a year, and if it wasn't for us moving, she would've...
Kelly G. says "We were so fortunate to have found Margarita. She has been caring for our 9 month old baby for the past 5 months and has done an amazing job. She is...
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Nicole B. says "I hired Avis for about a week to care for my 4-year-old son. She was delightful. She came up with creative activities and kept my son engaged and happy...
Child care centers in Baltimore, MD
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- $880/mo
Care Member says "My daughter attended LIGHT Rock from 6 weeks-4 years of age and had an amazing time there. She is now in the first grade and is blossoming so well due...
7747 - SSA Headquarters Child Development Center Operated by La Petite
WOODLAWN AREA BALTIMORE, MD
State license verified
Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...
Stacy B. says "I love River's Edge learning center!!! It's such a great preschool, very clean well organized. My daughter Taylor really enjoys going to preschool. I could...
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- $1950/mo
Care Member says "Coming from a mom of a former daycare goer and assistant teacher there..I highly recommend! Great staff and learning environment!"
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1,534 child care providers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $19.88/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.6
Recent child care reviews from local parents in Baltimore, MD
Child Care Providers in Baltimore, MD are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 411 reviews of the 1,529 listed child care providers
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FAQs for finding child care near you in Baltimore, MD
How much is child care near me in Baltimore, MD?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $19.88 per hour as of December 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in Baltimore, MD?
Care.com currently has 1,127 child care providers near you in Baltimore, MD. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Baltimore, MD and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Baltimore, MD that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Baltimore, MD child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Baltimore, MD, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Baltimore, MD and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Baltimore, MD in December, 2025?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.
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