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60 in-home babysitters are listed in Columbia, MD
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby in-home babysitters is 6 years
In-home babysitters in Columbia, MD
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children. Growing up I've always had to babysit my cousins when my aunties were not home. Babysitting might be a drag for others but to me it's fun and interesting watching a child grow up into the person...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two teenage daughters and very much enjoy being around children. I'm currently working in an elementary school cafeteria so I can work mornings, evenings , nights and the weekends. I am a non smoker and I have reliable car .
5.0
"Tehmina takes my son to his after school activity on Mondays. She is great at keeping me updated on departure and arrival. My son gives her a thumbs up as well."
Cynthea T.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! Thanks for visiting my profile. My name is Aliah, I am a graduate from Rutgers University- New Brunswick. I am looking for a part-time babysitting positions in the Owings Mills, MD area during the school year and summer based around my full time job schedule. I am willing to travel to neighboring cities as well. I have done...
Aliah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Though we were unable to be a match with schedules and needs, it was a pleasure speaking with Aliah and interviewing her."
Jeannine B.
5.0
(2)
Organized nanny/babysitter with 4+ years of experience caring for children and cleaning homes. Looking for a part time partnership that will suit my full time work schedule. Master degree holder in Social Work that has gained experience in a variety of child care and education practices. I am naturally nurturing and enjoy...
Tori can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tori babysat for us several times. She was punctual, respectful, and creative with the kids. They really liked her and always had fun. She was extremely neat and always left our house cleaner than when she came! I would recommend hiring Tori!"
Jenna T.
Julia J.
Damascus, MD
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time Nanny, Housekeeper, And Homeschool Assistant Available 6am-6pm Monday - Friday
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
After receiving my bachelors degree in English and graduating with honors, I worked as an early childhood educator and received my 90 hour childcare certification and 45 hour infant/toddler certification. I enjoyed part time babysitting during my time as an educator. I then became a full time (pre-covid) home school mom to my...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Julia has been the nanny to our 18 month old son for close to a year. She has made a world of difference in our lives and my son adores her. Julia is excellent at communicating with children (and parents). She is caring, trustworthy, creative, and well educated....
Grace F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi hi Danae here! I am a 23-year-old medical student and sister of four, three of which are younger step-sisters! Looking after kids requires someone who is energetic, meticulous and patient and growing up with these girls has more than prepared me for this role. Additionally, it allowed me to develop many skills such as...
Danae can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Danae is absolutely an amazing person who provided child care services for my niece. This was not an average experience she exceed all of my wildest dreams. She stayed late, and my niece participated in several activities from going swimming to exploring a museum....
Karema M.
4.6
(11)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of care experiences with children from infants to teen years. I have watched some children overnight in their/my home for parents traveling on business trips. I have transported children/teens to and from school, sports, tutoring and work. I have performed other duties such as bathing infants and young...
Tamara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"Tamara is a true gem! I new that I could always count on her to take the best care of my son. She was always available, always kind, and always professional. I am truly grateful for her help and would highly recommend her. "
Karrima M.
Beverly H.
Washington, DC
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Energetic And Creative Babysitter With Strong Background In Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have served as a caregiver, tutor, and educational program leader since high school. I am pediatric CPR and first aid certified, with updated certification as of June 3, 2017. For two summers I worked with a group of five and 6-year-olds as a camp counselor with Harbor Haven, a camp for children with special needs in Northern...
Beverly can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
4.6
(34)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
I'm a devoted mother and nanny. I've become a caregiver\ babysitter because I truly enjoy caring for children. I have 7 years experience being a full-time caregiver. I am CPR/AED and First Aid certified. I have experience caring for children ages 0 months to 16 years old. I've potty trained over 25 children. I do light house...
Marcelia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marcy nannied for our daughter from 4 months to 18 months old, and was amazing. She provided not only excellent care, safekeeping, and engagement for our daughter, but she was a fantastic support for us as first-time parents.
Our daughter absolutely loved her (and...
Katharine L.
Meylina P.
Rockville, MD
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm A Nanny For 10+ Years Experience Looking For A Full-Time Job
4.0
(1)
Hello... I'm a mother of 2 boys young adult age, I'm 42 years old, I'm a loving, caring and gentle person when I'm taking care of children and I am also driving and legal to work in United States. I'm very interested in this job because I like children and it's fun to play, sing, talk to them and be around them. I have been...
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Meylina took very good care of our littlest girl, from 3 months to age 3 years, and took very good care of her big sisters during holidays and weeks off from school. She was kind, fun, and engaging with the kids. Meylina would take the girls for long walks and...
Kathleen W.
5.0
(1)
Hello!
*I am currently employed full time. I'm only taking on one-time babysitting, pet/house sitting, housekeeping, and errand jobs.*
I have been a nanny for over 10 years and I have a lot of child care experience with ages ranging from 6 weeks to 11 years. I am passionate about caring for children and I'm confident in my...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Right from the beginning of the interview I felt at ease with Samantha and wanted to hear her opinions and ideas on how to best handle our situation. She was friendly, upfront and honest, timely and responsive. The only reason we did not hire her was due to...
Lauren S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm 31 years old and I'm a stay at home mom with my 2. 5-year-old daughter. We have lots of fun every day either at home or go on outings to the library.
I'm also a certified in first aid and CPR
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have had tons of experience in caring for children. My mother owned a home daycare for approximately 10 years. Not only was I constantly around children, but I was employed by mother for a period of time. I have also watched children outside of my home. I have worked in homes that have pets before also. Looking for work in the...
5.0
"We just hired Rhianne last minute for babysitting. She was responsive and came through for us. She helped my girls with crafts and played games with the girls. Would hire her again in a heart beat!"
Kirti G.
Alexandra V.
Millersville, MD
$24/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Alexandra and I have over 15 years as a nanny/ babysitter. I am a medical assistant/ certified nursing assistant. I am currently in Dental Hygiene school. I am married with 3 dogs and no children. :)
For pet sitting I charge $40 a day. I have 3 dogs myself so depending on the dog I am happy to take them to my house...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"This was my first experience with care.com and it couldn’t have gone smoother. Allie was prompt and pleasant. The kids adored her and they also recommend her as well! "
Ann G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For all of my life, I've had an affinity and passion for working with kids! I was a camp counselor for about 4 years and also spent time being a one-on-one behavioral technician at Kennedy Krieger Institute for children with special needs. In 2022, I graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor's in Psychology, and...
Sophie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Sophie for a few weeks while she was on winter break. She took care of our 10 month old daughter full time and was part time with our 3 year old son. Sophie is one of the sweetest, most patient babysitters we have ever had. My kids absolutely loved her. My...
Ayala K.
5.0
(1)
I am a holistic and person-centered professional who seeks an engaging position as a babysitter/nanny in which I can provide support to all clients and families, foster an environment conducive to children's well-being, utilize my acquired child development skills, and grow as a buisness owner. I have relevant experience working...
Cindy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! I am available for date night only and can be a regular date night sitter!
Hello Nice to meet you my name is Maria
I am married with 2 adult kids with one in college. My husband is a retired Navy but still working as I. T. s recuiter untill the full retirement. I am Currently working from Tuesday to Friday I...
Maria Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I was fortunate to find Maria 3 years ago when my first child was born. She came with high regards from her previous family who no longer needed a nanny. We are so happy to have her be part of our lives. I didn't even realize how much she was teaching my oldest...
Connie C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a senior at Loyola University, looking for part-time work as a babysitter, nanny, or dog sitter during the academic school year. I have babysat for four different families throughout high school and college. All of these families had two or more children ranging from ages 2-11 and pets. I have babysat during the day, the...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jane is absolutely (without question) an amazing help to our family. She has to go back to College this Fall but I would hire again in a heart-beat. If she has some time during her school year, she will be a great help to you!!!! But we plan to hire her every...
Modupe C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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, with children ages 0-7 years.
Therefore, I received a lot of infant-child...
Erica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Erica has provided extraordinary care for our two sons. She created a schedule for our boys, which helped to introduce them to a routine full of reading, learning, arts, crafts and playtime. She practices Spanish with our sons and is the reason our eldest is able...
Cecily G.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Briana and I am currently a kindergarten teacher in Baltimore County Public Schools. I am looking to provide part-time childcare after school. I have 5 years of teaching experience and over 5 years experience with nannying/babysitting. I have worked in various homes and preschools. I am a very dependable and...
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Briana was responsive via text and messages in advance of watching my child. She showed up on time. My son, an energetic 7-year-old, thought she was fantastic. I am happy with the childcare she provided for my family."
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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Columbia, MD
Tehmina A.
5.0
Tehmina takes my son to his after school activity on Mondays. She is great at keeping me updated on departure and arrival. My son gives her a thumbs up as well.
- Cynthea T.
Aliah N.
4.0
Though we were unable to be a match with schedules and needs, it was a pleasure speaking with Aliah and interviewing her.
- Jeannine B.
Tori B.
5.0
Superlatives to describe Tori, include but are not limited to:
trustworthy
honest
hard-working
smart
caring
clean
dependable
reliable
attentive
...the list goes on
She was an intricate part in our daughters growth. Tori worked 30+ hours a week for us for nearly a year. We always left...
- Jason M.
Julia J.
5.0
Julia has been the nanny to our 18 month old son for close to a year. She has made a world of difference in our lives and my son adores her. Julia is excellent at communicating with children (and parents). She is caring, trustworthy, creative, and well educated.
Julia has been caring for my son...
- Grace F.
Danae B.
5.0
Danae is absolutely an amazing person who provided child care services for my niece. This was not an average experience she exceed all of my wildest dreams. She stayed late, and my niece participated in several activities from going swimming to exploring a museum. I would definitely rehire her.
- Karema M.
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Columbia, MD in May, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $18.14. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.
What can in-home babysitters near me in Columbia, MD help with?
In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 7 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.
How can I find in-home babysitters near me in Columbia, MD?
You can now find babysitters online in Columbia, MD with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 7 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.