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60 babysitters are listed in Damascus, MD
The average rate is $19/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Damascus, MD
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alicia, I am 53 and live in Damascus, Maryland. I am the mother to three girls 21, 26 and 30 and grandmother to a precious 1-year-old girl. I have been the Nanny to 6 families in the area. I love being a caregiver. I work with all ages. My last two children were newborns and it's so rewarding! I have worked with...
Alicia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Alicia is an excellent nanny! She's dedicated, communicative, and all-around wonderful. When I hired her, I wanted someone who would really build a relationship with my infant son. She talked to him constantly, read and played with him. His development really...
Sammie S.
Tessa R.
Damascus, MD
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter/Nanny Available For Part-Time, Back-up, Or Date Nights
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I like to keep children entertained when they are in my care, be it playing Play-Doh, going for walks/the park, playing games, music and dancing, singing songs, reading books, crafts, cooking or going to the pool. I think some television is okay (especially educational), in moderation. I will help them with the alphabet, colors,...
Tessa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
She was great with my kid. I hired her last minute due to an emergency and after a short chat she took over with the best combination of discipline and tenderness towards my kindergarten age child. I work from home and was able to focus on my work while my kid...
Maria R.
Jackie C.
Damascus, MD
$20-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jackie! I'm a positive, upbeat person with a HUGE heart for children! I've always loved babysitting and shortly after high school began a career in Early Childhood Educ. I've spent the years since working in infant/toddler, twos/ threes, and preschools classrooms and have obtained over 100 class hours for...
Jackie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Jackie was the best Nanny I could have asked for. She's very attentive, proactive, and was always teaching my kids something new. My kids adored her, and she always went above and beyond for me and my family. If we could have taken her with us when we moved out of...
Care member
Sara V.
Damascus, MD
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Sara and I come with 8 years of babysitting experience. In the past I was a gymnastics coach, and also worked at a daycare (ages 6 month - 11-year-old)!!! I am an RBT and I work with kids with autism!! I can help with light housekeeping, grocery shopping, errands, and swimming supervision. I love working with...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
She is extremely caring, helpful and is great with kids!
Bo B.
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: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Recent review:
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.
Kayla M.
Damascus, MD
$17/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have over 2 years experience with children 4-7 and been interested in working with/taking care of kids since my freshman year in highschool! I enjoy working with kids because it guarantees you that no two days will be the same! Kids are like an unpredictable ray of sunshine. I know having a bit too much fun can tend to get...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Kayla is amazing! When she arrived my daughter instantly felt comfortable with her. Kayla is great with kids, very loving and attentive. It really put me at ease and I felt like my daughter was having fun. while I was gone. Kayla is also VERY sweet. She did an...
Erin H.
Valentina P.
Damascus, MD
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Valentina. I'm a college student with 4 years of child care experience, I have worked with children between the ages of 6 months to 15. Im fun, enthusiastic, and love to interact with children. I'm responsible, punctual and flexible. I love pets, the outdoors, cooking and music. I'd love to get to know you and...
Recent review:
5.0
We love Val I have two older kids who babysit at times but when there busy n cant we always call Val my two youngest always get excited n say Val is nice n fun she's dependable n reliable I always feel like my kids are safe with her I always come home to happy...
Winnie R.
I am Precious, a well experienced, fun and adaptive babysitter with over 7 years of experience in the child care industry. I am very patient and always open help with Travel and Grocery Shopping and light home chores. I pay keen attention to babies and toddlers, as I've learnt over the years that they express themselves though...
Precious can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have been babysitting since 9th grade. I am 21 years old and I'm in my Junior year of college. I love kids and I always have. I'm majoring in early childhood education and plan to be a kindergarten or first-grade teacher! I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have my own transportation and don't mind running errands or doing...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Nicole T.
Damascus, MD
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Lovable, kind, reliable, enjoy taking care of kids. I have high energy and am looking forward to spreading my joy and love to children. I have my own baby now as well and my love for children has grown even more than I thought possible! Previous work has included babysitting my own siblings, a family of twins for 4+ years, a...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
I am primarily a babysitter but I also love all animals, no exceptions. I have no allergies and I am willing to house-sit and pet-sit overnights for those long vacations. I have no allergies.
Julia can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Alexandra H.
Damascus, MD
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Fun And Responsible Sitter That Absolutely Adores Children Of All Ages!
Hi! My name is Alexandra (Ally). I am a 20-year-old rising junior at North Carolina State University. This is my second year nannying for a family with young children as well as numerous babysitting experiences prior to my college nannying job. I am CPR and AED certified with reliable transportation. I absolutely adore kids and...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
As an enthusiastic and professional mentor and caregiver, I love to discover new things with children and commit myself entirely to their growth and enjoyment of our time together! I have been caring for children in different ways since I was a teenager in Brazil, through my time as a High School math teacher, and most recently...
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Carpooling. I have always been interested in working with children and I have declared my major in early childhood education at Towson University . Having the opportunity to work for you would be a great experience for me and will strengthen my passion for...
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Admira A.
Damascus, MD
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Admira but my nickname is Mira. I'm very compassionate and caring and was born and raised in Ghana, West Africa. As my family's oldest daughter, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day activities. I have 3 years of professional babysitting experience. I've worked with two families continuously caring for...
Admira can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Rachael F.
Damascus, MD
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! my names Rachael I'm originally from Rhode Island and just moved to MD to be closer to family! I am still in school for special education and looking for a job here! I was a nanny in Rhode Island to 2 boys from when they were 3 months and 2, until they both started school! I have babysit kids all ages from newborn to...
Rachael can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience with different families. I have worked with children with disabilities, for families of multiples. I strive to bring parents and their children the best babysitting experience possible and comfortable care.
Alexandria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Jocelyne S.
Damascus, MD
$25-37/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jocelyne and I am so excited to get to know you and your little one(s). I have 6 years of experience with working with children and I absolutely love spending time with them. I would babysit children at my house or at the child's house, and I am currently a teacher at a childcare center. I have always loved...
Kayla M.
Damascus, MD
$20-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi I'm Kayla. The youngest in a family of six, so cleaning and tidying up is second nature to me as I tackle my day haha. I am highly organized, efficient, and a hard worker. My immaculate cleaning skills go hand in hand with the bright joyful and outgoing attitude I share! No mess with the best!
Kayla can also help with: Dusting, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, attic cleaning & more
I have always had a passion for working with children and truly feel that there is nothing sweeter than connecting with a child. For the past year and a half, I have worked as a certified infant and toddler teacher and have earned my B. S. in elementary education. There is something unique and special about every age group and I...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Damascus, MD
Alicia C.
5.0
Alicia is an excellent nanny! She's dedicated, communicative, and all-around wonderful. When I hired her, I wanted someone who would really build a relationship with my infant son. She talked to him constantly, read and played with him. His development really flourished under her care. He...
- Sammie S.
Tessa R.
5.0
She was great with my kid. I hired her last minute due to an emergency and after a short chat she took over with the best combination of discipline and tenderness towards my kindergarten age child. I work from home and was able to focus on my work while my kid learned and played with her. She...
- Maria R.
Jackie C.
5.0
Jackie was the best Nanny I could have asked for. She's very attentive, proactive, and was always teaching my kids something new. My kids adored her, and she always went above and beyond for me and my family. If we could have taken her with us when we moved out of state, I would have kept her as our...
- Care member
Sara V.
5.0
She is extremely caring, helpful and is great with kids!
- Bo B.
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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Damascus, MD:
How can I find a Damascus babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Damascus, MD can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 28 babysitters in Damascus, MD on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Damascus, MD?
The average rate for Damascus, MD babysitters on Care.com is $19.64 per hour as of April 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Damascus, MD?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Damascus, MD through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Damascus, MD babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Damascus, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.