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353 babysitters are listed in Silver Spring, MD
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Silver Spring, MD
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.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, 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.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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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5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 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: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Very punctual, professional, and most importantly my kid loved every second with her!"
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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...
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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
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.
Monica S.
Silver Spring, MD
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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.
Erika G.
Silver Spring, MD
$51/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there :) I'm here to help with your last-minute babysitting needs!
I spent 5 years caring for my two younger siblings growing up. I have experience with crafting, reading, assisting with homework. I am comfortable with outdoor activities and think that fresh air and nature are essential for the well-being of children. I...
Erika can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have had the pleasure of working with Erika on several occasions and I could not recommend her more! The dedication, thoroughness, and genuine care that she brings to everything she does make me feel confident that she could excel at any responsibility given to...
Bevy D.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
In 2013 I came to the states as a part of an cultural exchange program called an Au pair in which I came to be part of a family as their live-in nanny and to learn the language. When I first move I came to the city of Chantilly, VA. I started working for a family where the baby was 7 months. I worked for them for 8 months and...
Natalia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"I met Natalia about a year ago and we have been friends since then. We worked together at a restaurant and she showed to be very responsible. I have a 4 years old son and Natalia watches after him sometimes when I need her help. She is very sweet and patient. My...
Stephanie M.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children from premature infancy to school age for about 8 years. I love watching children grow, evolve, and learn. I believe that I am such a loving caregiver because of the love and care I was given by my family growing up and I just hope to pass that on to the children I care for. The children I care for now...
Mavis can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mavis is always on time! She is super sweet and great with my 3 month old! "
Chelsea R.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"She is great with little kids and teenagers, responsible, honestly the best help that I ever hired."
Ana E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am passionate about helping children learn, grow, and create lasting memories. Whether through crafts, outdoor exploration, or teaching new skills, I strive to make every moment engaging and meaningful. I also focus on encouraging independence by guiding children to do things on their own, helping them build confidence and...
Mariana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Mariana to help with our 3 children - ages 10, 8, 4 as a mother's helper / nanny for the evenings. Mariana demonstrated tremendous responsibility in taking care of our kids with dinner, activities through nap time. Mariana also helped with other chores...
Musa K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
hello, I am a positive and energetic single mother with a teenage son, I am a reliable, caring and creative person, for several years approximately 10 years I have worked with different families taking care of children, from newborns to teenagers, because I love children, I like to play, read, color pictures and teach them new...
Adela can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Karina has been a fantastic nanny for our son. She has taken great care of him and showed her love from the first day, going way and beyond our expectations. She has been super professional, punctual and provided great advice to us as first time parents. We...
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.
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!"
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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, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We had a good experience with Torian. She was very friendly and confident with our almost 5 yo son, and even agreed to play Mario Smash (or something) with him, to his delight. They went out for pizza, she persuaded him to bathe, and then she read to him for a very...
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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, craft assistance, travel
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.
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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Silver Spring, MD
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.
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.
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....
- Care member
Alexandra M.
5.0
Very punctual, professional, and most importantly my kid loved every second with her!
- Care member
Alondra V.
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 very fortunate to have her!
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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 353 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 $21.12 per hour as of March 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 284 reviews of the 353 listed babysitters.