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175 babysitters are listed in Gaithersburg, MD
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Gaithersburg, MD
Margery D.
Gaithersburg, MD
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had experience being a nanny for children aged 3 months to 12 years. I have babysat families with multiples and as well as children with special needs. I tutored children for many years and I used to be a swim instructor for children under 10. I have two sets of young twins in my family and I have many cousins that I have...
Margery can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
4.0
"Did not interview with her, no information to submit."
Lisa F.
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Dulce I love children and I am really patient with them. I feel comfortable with pets too. I am certified in CPR, AED and first AID. I'm studying in early childhood education. I have experience with kids, from new born to 12. I have I clean driving record, my own car, excellent references and I'll be more than...
Dulce can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dulce is a babysitter you can count on for a worry-free day. With her calm and responsible demeanor, kids feel secure, and parents can enjoy their time away knowing everything is in capable hands."
Kay R.
5.0
(1)
Hi Care community!
I currently work for DCs animal shelter and previously worked for 7+ years for an international animal welfare organization and prior to that I was a professional dog walker/pet sitter in Baltimore County... so you could say that animal welfare is in my DNA! I'm looking to take on occasional pet sitting gigs...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katie provided consistently wonderful after-school and full-time summer care to our 2 boys for over 5 years. She was extremely dependable, always patient and pleasant, and dedicated to providing loving and consistent care to my sons. She helped with a number of...
Kate K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
A 3 year registered nurse, currently enrolled in a masters program. Experienced with kids ages 3+ , CPR certified and a nurse Spanish speaker! I am responsible, trustworthy and reliable.
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our son loved Kelly and was sad when she had to leave. We will definitely be using her services again!"
Melissa B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ria and I am a rising junior in college. I absolutely love spending time with kids, and cannot wait to unlock my inner child, as well as learn a lot along the way. My goal is to make a difference and bring a smile to not only the children's faces, but the parents as well.
Ria can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"My kid was very happy with Ria! She was fun and attentive."
June C.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there My name is Jamie and I'm an experienced childcare provider with a BA in Criminology & Criminal Justice. I love working with children of all ages, therefore my dream career is social work! Throughout HS, I was an intern for 3 years in a 1st grade classroom. I planned classwork, conducted lessons for students, and...
Jamie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jaime is an awesome babysitter! I've had her babysit my 2 children of ages 4 and 7 quite a few times during the pandemic, my children love when she comes because she's very active with them, she's patient, responsible and punctual, even when I have notified her...
Edilia O.
I have been working for 15 years as a babysitter. I have experience from newborns up to teenagers. I am currently working for a family helping out with two children. I am CPR certified, a non-smoker, I am fully Covid-19 vaccinated and I have a clean driving record. I would described myself as a patient, trustworthy and caring...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Lexi, and I can't wait to meet you! I'm currently a Sports Media and Spanish double major. I spent my freshman year as an education major! I'm extremely passionate about art, sports, music and the Spanish language.
Throughout my lifetime, I have always loved working with kids. I spent five summers working...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
I have a wonderful 33-year-old and a 13-year-old. This in itself speaks volume. I am currently doing a nanny share. I took care of a visually impaired child from 18 months to 12 years old. I am dependable, punctual, flexible, attentive, mature and energetic person, who comes with EXCELLENT reference. I've worked with several...
Ann can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
Since the self-isolation, I could watch your child/children outside for an hour or two per day during the summer, starting as soon as you would like. I will wear a mask and practice social distancing when possible.
We could work out a routine if you want them in some kind of routine for more than a few hours. I paint, draw,...
Lynn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"We have been so lucky to have Lynn with us on a part-time basis. Lynn is a warm, friendly babysitter who quickly connected with us and our daughter. She has a positive attitude. She helped our daughter with development and learning sounds, colors and numbers. She...
Jessica C.
I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. So I have about a decades worth of part-time experience. I have taken care of a children whose ages range from 6 months to 13 years. I enjoy keeping kids active mentally and physically. A few activities I enjoy are soccer, board games, drawing, putting on puppet shoes, etc. It...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
I am a 4th grade teacher in Fairfax County with lots of experience working with children in education settings, camp settings, and babysitting. I have babysat for several different age groups. I babysat most recently for a family with a 2-years-old, 4-years-old, and 10-months-old.
Shannon can also help with: Meal prep
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey my name is Linda! A young professional, self employed entrepreneur and University BHS graduate of Healthcare Management + Business administration. I'm well equipped with over 10 years of childcare experience ranging from Early childhood development courses with an earned 90 clock hr certification, to jobs related to running...
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
First Aid
Hi,
My name is Jessica and I am currently a Kindergarten teacher. I graduated with a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education from Towson University. I have two children of my own, a 5-year-old and a 2-year-old :)
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
I can be the one to help with weekends or even just nights you need to go out and spend time together. I have babysat a few different families over the past 6 years. Currently I have my CNA and take care of elderly but am always looking for things to keep me busy. I enjoy kids of all ages and can provide transportation if...
April can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
I was an AuPair with a host family for two years taking care of two girls, one of them is now 3-year-old (she was 3 months old when I started the program) and the other one is 8-year-old. I was responsible for all the activities with the kids during the day, as driving to school, preparing meals, helping with homework, baths,...
Thais can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I took Child Development in high school for 4 years, I have my 90 hour clock certificate. I have 3 years of experience with 2month old -9-year-olds.
Katherine can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Lexi and I am a current student at Towson University. I have worked with kids for 8+ years, having my own pet sitting and babysitting business as well as working as a kids camp counselor, dance instructor, and homework helper. I am available on weekends and very flexible. Please feel free to reach out! Thanks
Lexi can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
In the past 5 years, I have been taking care of kids age between 4-15 years old. I am capable of being tutor for Mathematics and some Physics. I am preparing to get in nursing school at Montgomery College. I love animation especially Disney Pixar; any movies from Pixar are my favorite. I can prepare meal and cook for kids( I...
Jutharat can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I'm a college and have been babysitting since I was in high school for three years now. I love kids and I always get along with kids very well. I have a lot of experience in babysitting and I have references too. I like reading to kids and I like playing games and going outdoors with them on warmer days.
Nosipho can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gaithersburg, MD
Margery D.
4.0
Did not interview with her, no information to submit.
- Lisa F.
Dulce R.
5.0
Dulce is a babysitter you can count on for a worry-free day. With her calm and responsible demeanor, kids feel secure, and parents can enjoy their time away knowing everything is in capable hands.
- Kay R.
Katie F.
5.0
Katie provided consistently wonderful after-school and full-time summer care to our 2 boys for over 5 years. She was extremely dependable, always patient and pleasant, and dedicated to providing loving and consistent care to my sons. She helped with a number of chores around the house (laundry,...
- Kate K.
Kelly F.
5.0
Our son loved Kelly and was sad when she had to leave. We will definitely be using her services again!
- Melissa B.
Ria D.
5.0
My kid was very happy with Ria! She was fun and attentive.
- June C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gaithersburg, MD:
How can I find a Gaithersburg babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Gaithersburg, 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 175 babysitters in Gaithersburg, MD on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Gaithersburg, MD?
The average rate for Gaithersburg, MD babysitters on Care.com is $21.13 per hour as of January 2025. 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 Gaithersburg, MD?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Gaithersburg, MD through Care.com. As of 2025, 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 Gaithersburg, MD babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Gaithersburg, MD are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 79 reviews of the 175 listed babysitters.