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Find babysitters in Silver Spring, MD that you’ll love
350 babysitters are listed in Silver Spring, MD
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Silver Spring, MD
Wanawan S.
Silver Spring, MD
$30/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 7years of experience working with children. I am very patient, reliable, active, playful and creative. I also take care of children in my Sunday school at church. I like to read book with kids, take to playground. I have two kids, 9 and 14 My daughter is an honor roll student.
Wanawan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is so kind! She is beyond reliable! She actual is one of the few babysitters who engages with the child vs sits on their phone. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have over 25 years experience babysitting starting with my brother and sister growing up, to all my friend's kids. I'm also a mom of 2 and I work part time in healthcare. In the last 10 years I have babysat for multiple friends and family. I can help with virtual class instruction and meal prep. I love to do crafts/art...
Catalina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mrs. Catalina was always on time and always very friendly and helpful. My kids considered a treat whenever they got to spend time with her."
Maria O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Dagemawit K, if your looking for someone who is caring, loving and understanding to help out with your family then id love to be a part of that! I am passionate about creating an environment that is centered in love and care for kids and for anyone around me. I have many years of experience in child care as I have...
Dagemawit can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep
5.0
"Dagemawit took care of our three-year old son for about two months. She was just wonderful, very responsible, reliable, flexible, friendly, easygoing, respectful, energetic, kind, and patient. She had a lot of energy to play with him and teach him basic concepts...
Devora C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a recent college graduate from the University of Delaware, new to the Silver Spring area. I have previous summer nannying experience with two children (10 and 12 years old) as well as short-term babysitting experience with a range of ages over the past three years. I am looking for a long-term nannying position; I...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is super kind and such a caring person. Always very punctual and flexible to our schedule. She did amazing with my 2yr son and we're sad to see her go!"
Elizabeth B.
Laura G.
Silver Spring, MD
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
This Is Laura, Experienced Childcare Provider With Over 3 Years Of Experience, Fully Vaccinated.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
This is Laura! I'm responsible, fun, patient, reliable and experienced caregiver; for over 6 years I've worked with children from newborns to 9 years old. I enjoy working and learning with kids. Valued for warmth, compassion, patience and dedication. When it comes to my interaction with kids I enjoy being creative, resourceful...
5.0
"Laura is an incredible babysitter! She is reliable and knows exactly what she's doing when it comes to caring for our toddler. She is very communicative and always keeps us updated. Laura has become an integral part of our family!"
Laura S.
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:
CPR
First Aid
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...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as helpful, kind, empathetic
I enjoy working with children because I have a passion in helping them develop new skills and watching them learn new things each day!
I also have 3+ years of babysitting experience. I have worked with many neurodivergent children and am currently pursing speech...
Alondra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alondra looked after my two boys for several months as their afterschool sitter. Alondra was extremely reliable and an excellent communicator. She was very good with my boys, and very patient with them as well. I trust Alondra and her judgment completely, and felt...
Care member
Monica S.
Silver Spring, MD
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I love interacting with and caring for children. I have 5 years of babysitting along with helping to raise 2 baby girls in my family. On my lighter side I love pets, crafts and outdoor activities. I hope to hear from families soon. Thank you
Monica can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Monica was our nanny for our son when he was between 3-10 months old. My husband and I both work from home and needed help during the day. As a first time mom, Monica was an expert at providing advice and guidance for all my questions or concerns about my son. She...
Allison A.
Ksanet G.
Silver Spring, MD
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Know How It Feels To Need Someone To Care For Your Child/ren Trust Me I've Been There !
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a loving , fun, caring and most trusted babysitter. I am also a mother to my 3 beautiful children. I know what you need and I am ready to care for your child .
Ksanet can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Ksanet is a wonderful and kind person and she treated my children as her own. She quickly became a member of our family and helped us greatly when we really needed her. "
Aliza L.
Marnie L.
Silver Spring, MD
$25-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting since the age of 12 and I have been working with kids in various capacities since then. I have been a Sunday school teacher for 5 years for 9th and 6th graders respectively as well as working at a summer camp with children ages 4-15. Finally, I have had extensive experience working with children with...
Marnie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Wonderful. The best nanny you could ask for. I am so glad we found her! She was so kind and responsible. Very flexible and my children loved her."
Nichole P.
Evangelina H.
Silver Spring, MD
$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have my 90 hours in early childhood education and 45 hours in infants . I also have taken a lot of other courses in childhood education like friendly environment abuse and neglect parents communication course, as well as how to talk to children, and more. I'm open to work weekends and evenings and any day during the week.
Evangelina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is great with little kids and teenagers, responsible, honestly the best help that I ever hired."
Ana E.
Emily L.
Silver Spring, MD
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a recent grad school grad and have experience working full time with children diagnosed with ASD. I have 10 years of experience watching children ages 6 months to 10 years old and have lots of experience watching groups of children.
I am more than happy to provide homework help, meal preparation and light housework! I...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We were so happy to have Emily L watch our kids last week - and have hired her again for another evening. Emily is a professional working with children with special needs during the day - and still has lot of energy to keep children entertained and happy in the...
Kathleen G.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm 27 years old, very caring, patient, energetic and a creative person. I love helping the kids with their development. I cook/meal prep, clean, do laundry, can do pick-up/ drop-offs after school or events. I'm able to overnights and early morning also.
Professional Skills: I am a teacher, with over 8 years of...
5.0
"Mariana is very good with kids. She's responsible, hard working, and is experienced with children with less than perfect behavior. The kids she works with always want to spend time with her even when she isn't working. Any family she works for would be very happy...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of young children for more than 15 years. I enjoy interacting with children everyday and giving love and care and helping them with their needs. Through the years, I've had very nice experiences with the kids and their families becoming one more member in the house. 90 Hours In Early Childhood Education....
Gloria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Early Education
5.0
"Gloria was our nanny from March 2012 to August 2017. She provided excellent care for both our son and daughter from the time they were infants until we enrolled them both in school.
We consider her part of our family.
She is very loving and our children...
Doug H.
Del R.
Silver Spring, MD
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Del. I am a current student at Montgomery College studying General/Special Elementary Education & a Shift Supervisor at Starbucks.
Del can also help with: Travel, carpooling
5.0
"Deleugen is a reliable young man, always on time. My 6 year old son K. is always excited to see him! When I go out I am at ease knowing my son is in great hands."
Kasandra D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving, hard-working, and helpful nanny. I have over 20 years of experience and I've raised four girls of my own. The last family I worked for I helped them for 8 years and helped raise those children like my own. I did nanny share with the last family I worked with so that would be something I would be opened to doing...
Cecilia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cecilia took care of my infant daughter for a couple months. She was very dependable and was able to work with my crazy schedule. She was constantly interacting with my daughter, playing with her, and also did light house cleaning and laundry. My daughter got very...
Daniela R.
Hirut G.
Silver Spring, MD
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have four adult children and one grand child through my life. All of them are graduated from University and live by themselves. I love children at any ages and I have been sitting my siblings children of ages new born to 15 years on my spare time free of charge including my grand son. I have rich experience of taking care of...
Hirut can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Hirut has helped us with our 9month old son (as well as our two older daughters on occasion) for the last few months. She is always on time, lovely and kind; I trust her intrinsically and know she cares deeply for the children. In addition, while the baby naps, she...
Julia H.
Indris V.
Silver Spring, MD
$23-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Indris! I am a caring, energetic, enthusiastic, and creative person. I have an associates degree in elementary education and I'm working towards my bachelors! I love arts and crafts, dancing, and playing!
5.0
"Indris has been with us since the summer and I have nothing but good things to say about her! She very dependable, very flexible and kind spirited; which is highly appreciated for a nervous mom like me. My son loves her!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello families!
I'm looking for occasional job date nights or weekends.
I have experience with babies and children all ages, I have more than 5 years of experience, I have my own car Willing to drive, I'm IQ qualified, references, COVID 19 vaccine, Spanish speaker.
Currently working as a part-time nanny during the evenings.
5.0
"Alejandra is lovely, kind and friendly with the kids and a very patient person!
We loved the time she worked with us, the kids always had so much fun. She is great at creating/planning age appropriate crafts and activities. We always had great communication, she...
Andrea G.
Torian C.
Silver Spring, MD
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families! My name is Torian and I am super energetic, interactive and love supporting child development. I have worked with children and students throughout the majority of my life. I have worked at summer camps, swimming schools and literacy clinics. I am also a certified teacher as well.
Torian can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We have a 1 year old and did a meet and greet. Our baby seemed to connect with Torian quickly. She has a bubbly personality and will do great with kids!"
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Silver Spring, MD
Wanawan S.
5.0
I have known Wanawan for 2.5 years and I waited until she had an opening in her schedule to be the first caretaker (other than family) for my daughter who is 3.5. She is responsible, kind, and attentive. My daughter has always liked her and felt comfortable and safe with her. I would definitely...
- Care member
Catalina C.
5.0
Mrs. Catalina was always on time and always very friendly and helpful. My kids considered a treat whenever they got to spend time with her.
- Maria O.
Dagemawit K.
5.0
Dagemawit took care of our three-year old son for about two months. She was just wonderful, very responsible, reliable, flexible, friendly, easygoing, respectful, energetic, kind, and patient. She had a lot of energy to play with him and teach him basic concepts for his age. He loved playing with...
- Devora C.
Hannah E.
5.0
Hannah is super kind and such a caring person. Always very punctual and flexible to our schedule. She did amazing with my 2yr son and we're sad to see her go!
- Elizabeth B.
Laura G.
5.0
Laura is an incredible babysitter! She is reliable and knows exactly what she's doing when it comes to caring for our toddler. She is very communicative and always keeps us updated. Laura has become an integral part of our family!
- Laura S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Silver Spring, MD:
How can I find a Silver Spring babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Silver Spring, 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 350 babysitters in Silver Spring, MD on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Silver Spring, MD?
The average rate for Silver Spring, MD babysitters on Care.com is $21.01 per hour as of February 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 Silver Spring, MD?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Silver Spring, 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 Silver Spring, MD babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Silver Spring, MD are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 246 reviews of the 350 listed babysitters.