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Hi there! I'm Christine, a student at American University, studying psychology. I love working with kids and first started babysitting when I was 14, after earning my Red Cross Babysitting Certification at age 13. I have worked with children in various settings, being a personal aide, babysitter, camp counselor, nanny, and even...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Samantha M.
Washington, DC
$35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Current Masters student at the George Washington University. Throughout undergraduate I was a nanny for two girls in South Carolina, upon graduation I began teaching effective communication skills with high schoolers and jr highers. The following summer, I served in the US Peace Corps in Botswana as a youth development and...
5.0
"Sam is great. She was a nanny for my small children. She was responsible for driving, planning activities, and providing meals for them. She is very responsible and always made sure the girls had plenty of activities and play dates planned. She prepared meals and...
Ashli A.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is McKenzie. I have been nannying/babysitting for over 10 years. Throughout high school I babysat for multiple families. After high school I attended Montgomery College and worked as a nanny for a newborn for about two years. After that I continue to babysit but also worked as a Baker at Old Town Market in...
Mckenzie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"She is amazing! We hired her to help with childcare, including driving my kids to activities and running some errands for me. She was very reliable, responsible, considerate, kind, and great with my kids. She got terrific reviews from another family we know who had...
Maggie L.
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Nora. I am a rising sophomore at Davidson College, I am 18 years old, and I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I have experience with children 6 months to 12 years old and with children with differing needs, abilities, and interests.
Nora can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nora is an outstanding caregiver with a warm personality and wealth of experience. I trust her implicitly and always know that my children are in capable hands when I head out (plus they absolutely adore her). Nora is the best of the best!"
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Alyssa J.
College Park, MD
$16-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am a college sophomore at the University of Maryland. I am originally from a small town in New Hampshire called Peterborough. I adore children and have over five years of experience in childcare. I have strong communication skills and connect well with kids. I love to stay busy and enjoy working. Over the past few summers...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa is a wonderful sitter. She has watched my two young children frequently for both shorter and longer-term time period, over the past couple of years. She is punctual, attentive, kind, creative with the children - many a fort was built, my kids' favorite...
Megan E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I see this opportunity as a clear way for me to continue my work and express my passion for the development of children. I am dedicated, passionate, and committed to the positive development of young people.
I am currently nannying on and have been for 4 years. I absolutely love it!
Iman can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Iman and I worked closely together for 3 years. In this time I have seen her develop personally and professionally. She is consistently working to better our students by improving plans or giving suggestions. Iman is a delight to work with and would be an essential...
DeNeisha K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Currently seeking a full time nanny position. I am 30 years old. I speak fluent english and spanish. Nanny for over 8 years. Looking to start work by the end of June or beginning week of July. I have great references that can be provided to you at your request. Pay range is from $16 to $25.
Jeanette can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jeanette is such a wonderful and responsible young lady. She always responded to my text or calls in a timely manner. Not to mention she is a very caring daughter and always looks out for her mother. I would highly recommend her or her mother any day!"
Natalie W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Anika and I am currently a college student! I am studying business and am planning to switch over to early education to become a preschool teacher. Other than working as a part time nanny and being a full time student, I spend my free time volunteering, prioritizing mental health, and being active. I love reading as...
Anika can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Anika was very fun, sweet, and caring with my two kids (6 and 8). I'd be happy to work with her again!"
Alison L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Meilani, a graduate student seeking to get my M. A. in IT Project Management. I have been a nanny, both full-time and part-time for the past 6 years helping families with children of all ages from 1-14 years old. I am thrilled to offer my services as a nanny, or even help with errands/chores around the house....
Meilani can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Meilani was great! She always responded quickly, was reliable, and interacted well with my daughter. She did after-school pickups and would provide my daughter with a snack and entertainment/ supervision until I arrived home. Would definitely hire her again! Thanks...
Megan L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a junior at Georgetown University in DC. I have been working with children for most of my life, from being a primary caretaker to my many younger siblings to caring for several different families over the last 6+ years as a professional childcare provider. I have experience working with children of all ages,...
Eve can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I've known eve all her life, she comes from a very big family and grew up constantly babysitting her siblings. Experience in this field is always a MUST for me when it comes to finding a babysitter and she has tons of it. Very maternal, patient and gentle :)...
Hannah A.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
with about 15 years of babysitting experience as a side job on weekends
My first job as a babysitter full-time was when I was 17 yrs old (2008) after that in 2013 I started to work as a babysitter PT weekends and evenings and worked as a CMA nurse FT. In 2021 I decided to come back as an FT nanny since my work as a nurse in a...
Mary can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Mary for weekends and date night babysitter my kids love her, she is punctual and honest.
One of our little ones is a special needs kid and she was the perfect babysitter for him. Always attentive.
We recommend her and for sure we will keep hiring her...
Dariel G.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Carly and I'm a senior at George Washington University studying political science. I am mainly offering babysitting/nannying services, but I can also provide pet care and household services. I am currently 20 and I have been babysitting since I was 15. I have sat for almost every age group, but I have mainly...
Carly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Carly was a fantastic sitter for my kiddos!! All three of them are a handful but she handled them expertly and is always such a pleasure to have in the house, taking care of everything from dishes, to laundry, to even our fish! We're so lucky to have Carly just a...
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Carolyn A.
McLean, VA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Looking For Full-Time/Part-Time Position
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Carolyn, I am 26 years old and very interested in your job posting. I have been a professional nanny for the past 5 years and I am looking for a nanny or babysitting position starting at any time. I currently live in McLean, VA. I graduated with my B. A. in Criminal Justice in May 2020 and started graduate school in...
Carolyn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Super sweet girl! My kids adore her and so do we! She patiently helps my 3 with homework after school, plays with them, and even spoils them a little sometimes! She's like part of the family now."
Rae W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an AU student but I am taking this semester off. I love arts & crafts, playing outside, reading, and playing games with kids. I have a great deal of experience. Most recently I've been working with a family with 2 little girls (ages 2 and 2 months). Before that, I nannied in a 4-child- household for about 2 years. Last...
Meredith can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meets all my requests and if I told her specific details she follows them kids listen to her and she comes in on short notice keeps the house clean
"
Dapre S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for over 10 years. I began to develop a keep understanding and patience for your child/children through my years from the age of 11-19. Shortly after I began receiving paid experiences with a total of 4 wonderful families varying in age ranges of 6 months to 12 years. Your child's development is...
Jaymelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jayme was absolutely awesome. She took care of my kids and did a phenomenal job. She played with them and made them dinner. She hit it off with them right away and played with them. She was amazing 10/10 one of the best babysitters!!!"
Timothy S.
Elizabeth R.
College Park, MD
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi everyone! My name is Elizabeth and I am a junior (soon to be rising senior) at the University of Maryland. I am an environmental engineering major and upon receiving the news that my internship will be much shorter and entirely virtual, I would love to use my additional time this summer as a part or full time nanny.
To give...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Elizabeth is a wonderful babysitter! Our kiddos love her and she was great at keeping them entertained with art projects and interactive play!"
Krystina B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a current student at St. Mary's College of Maryland majoring in psychology with an educational studies and special education double minor. I love kids and have worked with them from the time I was old enough to babysit. I have worked at sleep away camp and a day camp, have interned in multiple classrooms, and was a full...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julia babysat for us recently and did a really nice job. My sons (3 &5) loved her and she had a great way with them - very good at engaging them. They tend to be shy and that helps a lot with getting them comfortable with new babysitters."
Erica A.
Caroline N.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a George Washington student looking to work with children in my downtime--for the past five years, I've worked as a classroom assistant at a literacy-based summer camp, and I have seven years of babysitting and nannying experience! Personally, I'm creative, fun-loving, and organized, and I would be more than happy to...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caroline was amazing! Got right down to it and played with the kids. She was on time, engaged, dilligent, and just awesome to be around. Will definitely use her again!"
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Elena B.
Arlington, VA
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Current Master Of Social Work Student Looking For A Consistent Nannying Job.
5.0
(3)
I'd describe my personality as confident, organized, and upbeat.
I like working with kids because they are honest and fun. My degrees are in social work and psychology, so I am experienced in behavior management and really enjoy it.
I'm looking for a job that is consistent and fluid. I am open to a variety of tasks and am very...
Elena can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Elena nannied for us for over a month when we were in between care. She was very trustworthy, dependable, calm, and great at interacting with the kids. She kept up with things around the house, and the kids always enjoyed their time with her."
Stephani B.
Zariyah M.
Washington, DC
$37/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because they bring so much joy and positivity into the world! I have a lot of little cousins I've helped raise and watching them thrive makes me so happy.
I am currently a nanny for a 15-month-old here in dc. However, I've worked with a plethora of children aging from 2- weeks old to teenagers!
Kids...
Zariyah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Zariyah was incredibly accommodating stepping in last minute to watch my 7 month old daughter. Her personality was kind and calm, it was clear to see she was comfortable around babies. She was also loving and attentive towards my daughter. I would definitely hire...
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Recent college nanny reviews from local parents in Kensington, MD
Samantha M.
5.0
Sam is great. She was a nanny for my small children. She was responsible for driving, planning activities, and providing meals for them. She is very responsible and always made sure the girls had plenty of activities and play dates planned. She prepared meals and even did light grocery shopping in a...
- Ashli A.
Mckenzie G.
5.0
She is amazing! We hired her to help with childcare, including driving my kids to activities and running some errands for me. She was very reliable, responsible, considerate, kind, and great with my kids. She got terrific reviews from another family we know who had worked with her in the past. We...
- Maggie L.
Nora F.
5.0
Nora has been our go to babysitter before she went to college and summers when in college. She is responsible, dependable and most of all the kids love her.
- Care member
Alyssa J.
5.0
Alyssa is a wonderful sitter. She has watched my two young children frequently for both shorter and longer-term time period, over the past couple of years. She is punctual, attentive, kind, creative with the children - many a fort was built, my kids' favorite activity! Alyssa watched my kids for...
- Megan E.
Iman D.
5.0
Iman and I worked closely together for 3 years. In this time I have seen her develop personally and professionally. She is consistently working to better our students by improving plans or giving suggestions. Iman is a delight to work with and would be an essential positive influence in any work...
- DeNeisha K.
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FAQs for finding a college nanny near you in Kensington, MD
How much do college nannies charge near me in Kensington, MD?
How much college nannies charge near you in Kensington, MD can vary based on each nanny, as all nannies on Care.com charge their own unique rate. That being said, the average hourly rate for college nannies on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $15.00.
How can I find a college nanny near me in Kensington, MD?
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What types of services do college nannies near me in Kensington, MD offer?
Many college nannies on Care.com list the services they offer on their profiles, but you can also interview different candidates to get an idea of what services they feel comfortable taking on. When looking for a college nanny near you in Kensington, MD, you should sit down and write a list of everything you want the college nanny to help with before you interview them so you know what questions to ask them to get on the same page. For example, you may need help with transportation to after school activities or may need assistance with light house work.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for a college nanny near me in Kensington, MD?
When you’re looking for a college nanny near you in Kensington, MD, alongside asking about services they offer in the interview, you will also want to ask them about their work experience, how they prefer to interact with children, and how they’ll handle difficult situations like disciplining a child.