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Sara L.


Shady Side, MD

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! I am 20 years old and I am looking for a job in child care. I started babysitting when I was 15 so I have lots of experience with children of all ages. I am currently an assistant preschool teacher at St. Andrews and I am finishing up my Early Childhood Education degree at Towson University. I am patient, caring,...
Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jenn S.


Annapolis, MD

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I turned 13. I am experienced with providing care to children of all ages (under 1-year-old up to teenage). I am a responsible, happy, fun and caring individual.
Jenn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more

Recent review:

5.0
Jenn is a real star... She did after school care for us and was 100% dependable and 100% delightful... Great with our son... She also watched our pets (cats and dog) during vacations and was wonderful.. She has my highest recommendation... You'll be thrilled with...

Betsy B.

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Bebeth C.


Dunkirk, MD

$30/hr1 yrs exp

Upbeat, Energetic, Active, Nature Lover, Fun, And Loving Person

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I worked in the medical field for 5 years (Pediatrics and Chiropractic practice) before started a family. Now, I have 2 kids, a 9-year-old boy and a 6-year-old girl. For me, the best experience I have as a babysitter is raising both of them. I believe in healthy living and active life (eat healthy well-balanced food, stay active...
Bebeth can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Bebeth is the best! My daughter loves her. We met her August last year and she has been wonderful! She treats my daughter (now 3yo) like her own. She is very caring. And I trust her that my child is in very good hands. We just moved to Northern VA area but when I...

Roann H.

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Hope A.


Annapolis, MD

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have 3+ years of experience nannying and 4+ years of experience babysitting. I've worked with kiddos as young as six months, as old as 12 and lots of ages in between. As a nanny, I generally keep kids away from screens and actively engaged with their environment. I often take a patient, gentle and fun approach. I have...
Hope can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping

Recent review:

5.0
We started having Hope watch our 3 year old son once a week and she has been the best! Really happy we found her. My son adores her already. She is calm and fun. She knows how to handle all kinds of emotions my son may throw at her. Highly recommend Hope!

Matthew W.

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Karissa P.


Edgewater, MD

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been a babysitter for the past 10 years. I am certified in Advanced Child Care as well as Pediatric First Aid and CPR. I have watched children from a few months old to 15 years old. I have two dogs, one medium and one small that I absolutely adore. I love children, and I was a student teacher in the preschool at my...
Karissa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Karissa is a very punctual, dependable, and kind person. She has watched our son multiple times and does an excellent job keeping him entertained and safe! Would highly recommend!

Kristy P.

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Angela G.


Dunkirk, MD

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a stay at home mother of an 13-year-old, looking for part time work with my daughter. We both love animals from fish to elephants. We have a yellow Labrador, (Fred) two cats, (Max and Ivy) and a fish, (Benji). All of my life I have had pets and can't imagine not having them in my life. We love all ages, shapes, and sizes of...
Angela can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation

Recent review:

5.0
Angela was extremely professional. She provided both pet care and overnight house sitting. A must hire!

Sandra M.

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Haley G.


Annapolis, MD

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Haley. I am 18 years old. I have been around children my whole life from having younger cousins, nieces and nephews. I started babysitting for clients when I was 14 years old by passing out flyers in my neighborhood and loved taking care of kids ever since. Being around them brings so much joy and entertainment to...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Always got my kids to their activities on time and safely, and they always had a blast playing with her and going to the park. She’s the best I’ve ever seen absolutely recommend!!!

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Carolyn S.


Davidsonville, MD

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Nice To Meet You! I'm Carolyn!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm currently a Freshman Musical Theatre major at CUA! I am the second oldest of 6 children, and I have been watching my siblings since I was very young. I have experience with infants to teenagers, and I am able to meal prep and drive if needed! I am certified in CPR and First Aid, and I am comfortable supervising kids...
Carolyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
She has always been mature for her age. Being the 2nd of 6 siblings , she has been responsible for the care, overseeing the safety and education of and enforcing the family values set by her parents. Carolyn is very conscious of and takes serious her...

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Paige W.


Galesville, MD

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Fun With The Little Ones

Hello my name is Paige I am a part time Esthetician and momma of a 2-year-old.! I have been babysitting since the age of 12 from my younger brother to neighbors to full time jobs/daycares. I have experience with children's ages 0 month- 15 years. I took child development classes in high school I am CPR certified and I have...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Paige is a great sitter. My girls love her. She plays the with girls and keeps them entertained without the use of TV or other electronics. She is adaptable when things don't go as planned which can happen with kids. She picks up after the children and straightens...

Kara F.

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Starr C.


Davidsonville, MD

$16-20/hr3 yrs exp

Cat Sitter/ Dog Sitter/ Dog Walker/ Pet Check-ins

Hi there! I am Starr, a 24-yr-old college graduate that loves animals! I provide cat and dog sitting, check-ins, and walks. I have worked with both cats and dogs since I was a child. I grew up on a farm so I have been around many different kinds of animals. I currently have two cats that I care for. I am very active and love...
Starr can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking

Recent review:

5.0
Julia was great with my dog Molly! I was finally able to start leaving her alone for longer periods of time after hiring Julia. It made such a difference in Molly's behavior getting a walk in during the day. I enjoyed the daily picture I'd get from Julia and Molly...

Abby L.

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Kaitlyn R.


Churchton, MD

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hi! My name is Kaitlyn and I am looking to assist a family by providing exceptional support for their littles. I am a military spouse and a former educator. I am well experienced with almost any age child. I taught 8th grade math for two years, have babysat children from infants to middle schoolers, and have volunteered for...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Katie is great with kids, being the oldest sister of many younger siblings she knows how to handle any kind of situation. She has no problem entertaining children!

Jennifer J.

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Jordan A.


Harwood, MD

$20/hr6 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Jordan! I'm 23 years old and I work at Southern High School in the Special Education dept. I am looking for a part time gig in the summer babysitting, date nights, etc. I have a clean driving record, reliable references and I am CPR/AED certified. I have multiple years of experience working with children of all ages. If...
Jordan can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Jordan is absolutely amazing with all 3 of my children. We have used her multiple times and will continue to use her in the future. My boys range from 1-13. She takes of the baby (now chases around a toddler) all while doing actives with my older kids. From simple...

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Amelia K.


Edgewater, MD

$18-22/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter & Craft Expert

I am experienced with children from the ages of 1 to 8. I am able to keep kids attention away from the television as per parents request by setting up crafts, playing outside, or playing board games etc. I am able and willing to help with any homework or summer work your child might have, as well as clean and cook meals while...
Amelia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping

Recent review:

5.0
Amelia is kind, easy to work and communicate with, punctual and very responsible. But most importantly, my toddler adored her! Amelia has the type of personality and approach that just seemed to connect with my toddler and they had the best of times together...

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Madison K.


Edgewater, MD

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Passionate And A Tad Bit Silly

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I have cared for children from 0 to 13. I have worked as a dance teacher for two years teaching ages 2-18. Working as a teacher I planned and taught lessons, created a fun environment that kids felt safe in, and worked with parents and students to create...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Trustworthy and caring individual who is a great communicator.

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Laurel T.


Davidsonville, MD

$38/hr8 yrs exp

Certified Child Life Specialist

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Laurel. I'm a child life specialist and director of preschool play programs a local nature immersion center for kids. I previously worked in the hospital setting with children and families for 2 years. I have extensive experience with children and teens of varying ages. I have a masters in child development and...
Laurel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Lauren has taken care of our 5 and 2 year old a few times over the last couple of months. They are both active, rambunctious, and generally happy kiddos, though they can be stubborn. She's managed to keep them entertained, while also playing into their need for...

Jamie S.

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Sela F.


Edgewater, MD

$25-38/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Or Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sela and I have been working with children for quite some time now. I started babysitting neighbor kids at 13 but since then I have become CPR and AED certified and worked for the Navy Child and Youth Programs as a counselor to children ranging from 1 to 12 and helping care for a variety of children with...
Sela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Sela's experience speaks wonders. She handled our 4 month old with ease. She always remained calm, caring, and attentive. Sela is responsible, reliable, and communicative. Love how she gets the kiddos outside any chance she gets!

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Claire M.


Davidsonville, MD

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Claire M. I am a rising sophomore at Sacred Heart University I play division 1 lacrosse and I am currently a business major!! I have a lot of energy, I grew up with 3 brothers a a ton of little cousins so I am used to taking care of young kids!

Recent review:

5.0
Claire babysat for our 3 VERY active boys for 2 years, and we are so sad she graduated and moved back to her hometown! She is fun, easy going, and handled our chaos in the best way!

Dominique H.

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Hannah M.


Edgewater, MD

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Care Profile

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Hannah, and I first began babysitting and working as a mother's helper at the age of 12 for a family of three children. I have been actively babysitting and working as a nanny since then and have had excellent (long term!) relationships with several amazing families. I have worked as both a full and...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Hannah is wonderful- reliable, kind, punctual, & organized! She is very sweet and my little boy smiled instantly when he met her! I felt super confident leaving her with my little one and feel blessed that she is available to help me with my seven month old son....

Stephanie H.

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Jenn S.


Annapolis, MD

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Young Professional Pet Lover

I am a full time young professional in the Crofton/Bowie/Annapolis area. I have been caring for pets of my own my whole life, and have 10+ years of paid experience taking care of other's pets... dog walking was my very first "business" at the age of 13! I am an avid dog lover and cat cuddler. Whether your best friend has fur or...
Jenn can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Shady Side, MD

Jenn S.

5.0

Jenn is a real star... She did after school care for us and was 100% dependable and 100% delightful... Great with our son... She also watched our pets (cats and dog) during vacations and was wonderful.. She has my highest recommendation... You'll be thrilled with her.

- Betsy B.

Bebeth C.

5.0

Bebeth is the best! My daughter loves her. We met her August last year and she has been wonderful! She treats my daughter (now 3yo) like her own. She is very caring. And I trust her that my child is in very good hands. We just moved to Northern VA area but when I need someone to watch her, she is...

- Roann H.

Hope A.

5.0

We started having Hope watch our 3 year old son once a week and she has been the best! Really happy we found her. My son adores her already. She is calm and fun. She knows how to handle all kinds of emotions my son may throw at her. Highly recommend Hope!

- Matthew W.

Karissa P.

5.0

Karissa is a very punctual, dependable, and kind person. She has watched our son multiple times and does an excellent job keeping him entertained and safe! Would highly recommend!

- Kristy P.

Angela G.

5.0

Angela was extremely professional. She provided both pet care and overnight house sitting. A must hire!

- Sandra M.

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