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I am Colombian and a lawyer in my country. I have two kids. I arrived here 9 months ago and worked for 5 months with a family as a nanny for a 4-year-old girl. I love doing crafts with children and different activities. I am very loving, creative and patient. I can help with laundry and meal preparation, I also love animals
Ana can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
I am an art teacher at North Bethesda Middle School. I have a lot of experience working with children as a middle school teacher but I also have babysitting experience as well. I am interested in a summer position/work where I can still work with kids but in a slightly different way. I am very artsy and love children. I hope to...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been working with children for almost my entire life. I was a camp counselor for four years, worked in a program with children with social differences/ special needs, I have babysat for multiple families with children aging from 1-7 and I have also been a substitute teacher for a pre school by the college I attended. At...
Jessie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Karisa L.
Silver Spring, MD
$15-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Karisa and I would love to have the opportunity to care for your child/children. I have been caring for kids for 10+ years. Growing up I was always surrounded by young kids and babies that my mom would babysit and I picked up on the love for it at a very young age. I've babysat for many families and I had a...
Karisa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karisa was our nanny three days per week from August 2019 until 3/13/20 (covid) when I switched to working from home. Starting in August 2023, Karisa is with us 3 mornings per week for before care. My husband and I have to leave by 720am for work and our two kids...
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4.8
(13)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Vernae and I am a social worker with a degree from Howard University and certified postpartum doula, as well as a babysitter. I have been providing childcare services to my community for 7 years and doula services for the past 2 years. I am passionate about serving children...
Vernae can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Vernae was a lifesaver! Baby #2 came home from the hospital with a number of complications we hadn’t anticipated. Vernae quietly and quickly got to work, making my care and recovery a priority, taking on household tasks from dishes, laundry, pet care, lunch and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lauren and I work at a water and sanitation non-profit in Denver. I am looking for work outside of office hours and have always loved working with children! My experience includes working at my university's child care center, babysitting for 10+ years, and growing up with young cousins. As a Peace Corps...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren has been an amazing sitter for my two children (3 & 6). She was the first non-family member to care for them and was amazingly accommodating and patient with the transition (as much with me as with the kids!). She's very energetic, responsible, playful but...
Cassandra C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I come from a big family and have always been the 'go to' person to watch all of the kids for my cousins and friends. I am very responsible, fun and creative and love to have constructive time and time to explore and play. I have a little brother and sister whom I've helped care for in Dominican Republic since they were...
Pamela can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Pamela has been phenomenal with our 1 year old! We have hired her a couple of times a month for nearly a year, and she is punctual, caring, and truly invested in our child's health, safety, and well-being. We could not ask for a better caretaker."
Keondra F.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, adventurous , great listener.
I like working with kids because they really brighten up my day. When I get to work and I see my students they really just bring me a joy that can't be explained. They say the craziest things, they are very adventurous, and I love being around their high...
5.0
"Very attentive, responsible, and caring with children"
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Maria P.
Rockville, MD
$23/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Maria. I am Babysitter, I love children, to me they are my priority. I love playing with them. Their smiles fill me with joy. I have good references.
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Maria was wonderful. She was very prompt with help, thorough, did extra, and provided great care and communication. Would recommend! "
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5.0
(1)
My name is Samantha and I'm a friendly and patient person with more than 10 years of experience caring for children ages 5 months+. I was a live-in nanny for several years, an assistant at a Spanish immersion preschool, and a volunteer for a summer camp. I recently moved to DC for a position writing child welfare policy. While I...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Samantha is absolutely a savant with dogs! Not only do they love her, but she trained my pit bull rescue to stop pulling on his leash and to stop being reactive to other dogs. Highly recommend!"
Sacha K.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name's is Mariana, I'm from Brazil and I'm 27 years old. I have 3 years of experience with babies/toddler and kids (5-14 years). I was au pair for 2 years that gave to me more experience and maturity for work and love what I do. My hobbies is hang out, watch shows, travel, play guitar, study English/Spanish and swim. I'm very...
Mariana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I'm generally very picky and have had a hard time finding a reliable sitter who I felt comfortable leaving my kids with. Mariana cared for my two children ages 2 and 5 several times and she is fantastic. My kids always get excited to see her, she assists with...
Barbara M.
Caroline F.
Bethesda, MD
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an outgoing, patient, and positive individual who loves animals and kids! I have 5 years of experience as a babysitter and pet sitter. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation, Errands, etc. I am involved in the Kinney Center, which is a center that gives support and guidance to persons with autism. I am looking to nanny...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a kind and hardworking student with a love of children. From being a Mother's Helper, to a one-off babysitter to teaching Baby Ballet for 6 years, I have an immense amount of experience. I've worked with lots of kids with unique needs, and I'm flexible to your family's needs.
I'd describe my personality as helpful,...
5.0
"Kessley is warm, friendly and responsible. Great communicator. She plays board games with my other children, reads bed time stories, and helps with homework. Kids seem to adore her. I find her to be reliable and dependable. I highly recommend her. I would use her...
Melissa J.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Jacqueline I am currently seeking a babysitting position. I have worked with children ages new born through 10.
I am a babysitter that has 7 years of experience. I am bilingual -I speak Spanish and English . I enjoy working with kids, I am reliable, loving and caring. I've had a very good and loving relationship...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jacqueline is absolutely wonderful! She took care of our first-born infant as a full-time nanny, and exceeded our expectations. She was gentle, patient, and incredibly efficient. Jacqueline took care of his bottles, laundry and also bathed our son. When Jacqueline...
Lanny I.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Back in 2021 I got furloughed from my flight attendant job with American Airlines. I nannied for a family in NYC for 7 month during my furlough. From school pickup, to sports and after school activities, to cooking dinner and bedtime I was the go to for the parents. Now I am back working as a flight attendant in the dmv area....
Mckenna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mckenna has been the nanny for my two-year-old son for the past year. She picks him up from daycare, makes dinner for him, and occasionally puts him to bed. She does an amazing job with him, from playing with him inside and outside to making sure that he is...
Erin W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. I have over 8 years of experience with children. I have been known to be energetic, caring, and patient. I am a recent graduate of the Psychology program at the University of Maryland. My past jobs include babysitting/nannying and camp counselor for the YMCA summer camp. I love to incorporate nature, music, and art into...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brooke is very dependable, great with kids and pets! She has helped with my son since he was a newborn through current (4 1/2 years old). I have also hired her to pet sit/house sit while I've gone on week long vacations. When I came home, the house was spotless,...
Jordan M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Allow me to introduce myself, My name is Alexandra, I'm 25 years old and I'm from El Salvador, I am an experienced babysitter and pet sitter. Also please know I don't drive and I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Over the course of the past 3 years I have learned a substantial amount of knowledge from my...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Alexandra was great with our 10 and 2 year old! They had a blast with her, and were so excited to share all they did and played! "
Colby B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a grandmother of six, ranging in age from 1-17 including 18-year-old twins.. I started babysitting when I was in my teens; my first official babysitting job was for the Lt. Governor of Kentucky. I was recommended by my neighbor, who was their nanny. She needed to have surgery and I was the only one she trusted and was...
Florence can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our daughters had a good time playing with Florence and happily recapped her visit to us afterward."
Leah S.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hello!!
I have an undying love for children. I have an extensive background in nannying and working in schools/childcare centers. Working with families will not only give me the opportunity to learn more but will also put me a step closer to my career goals.
Toniqua can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Toni was wonderful. She cared for our newborn. She kept us updated throughout the day. She was caring and understanding especially during the transition periods. "
Ashley C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I was born and raised in Arlington, and am a recent M. Ed graduate of GMU. I am a seasoned nanny in the area and am available for weekend help and occasional weekdays. Very pet-friendly! Hope to hear from you soon!
Samara can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Samara helped us this summer with transportation and occasional sits. She was a great sitter and our daughters loved her."
Elenor H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Garrett Park, MD
Karisa L.
5.0
Karisa was our nanny three days per week from August 2019 until 3/13/20 (covid) when I switched to working from home. Starting in August 2023, Karisa is with us 3 mornings per week for before care. My husband and I have to leave by 720am for work and our two kids dont get on the bus until 9am....
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Vernae R.
4.0
Vernae served as our postpartum doula for the first 4 weeks of my son’s life. She was flexible and we worked out a great schedule 10pm-6am where she cared for our newborn while me and my husband rested. She took exceptional care of our son and cleaned/sanitized bottles, folded laundry, and kept...
- Care member
Lauren H.
5.0
Lauren has been an amazing sitter for my two children (3 & 6). She was the first non-family member to care for them and was amazingly accommodating and patient with the transition (as much with me as with the kids!). She's very energetic, responsible, playful but also sets limits, and a great...
- Cassandra C.
Pamela P.
5.0
Pamela has been phenomenal with our 1 year old! We have hired her a couple of times a month for nearly a year, and she is punctual, caring, and truly invested in our child's health, safety, and well-being. We could not ask for a better caretaker.
- Keondra F.
Clarke W.
5.0
Clarke did an outstanding job watching my little ones. She assured me they were in good hands. They are already asking me when can she babysit again.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Garrett Park, MD:
How can I find a Garrett Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Garrett Park, 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 3 babysitters in Garrett Park, MD on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Garrett Park, MD?
The average rate for Garrett Park, MD babysitters on Care.com is $14.00 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 Garrett Park, MD?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Garrett Park, 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.