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363 babysitters are listed in Silver Spring, MD
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Silver Spring, MD
Joyce L.
Silver Spring, MD
$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello There, I Like To Take Care And Do Different Activities
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Joyce, I'm 27 years old. I'm currently looking for a part time position with a family who wants a nanny to be part of the team, and to provide stable, loving care for their little ones. I have over 2 years of nanny experience working with children of all ages with excellent references. I like to go to the...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Joyce is a wonderful person who cared for our two girls (5 and 1). The first thing I noticed about Joyce is how fun she was with our girls always coming up with new games to play, dance parties, and just an overall great level of energy. Our 5 year old has trouble...
James S.
Jocelyn R.
Silver Spring, MD
$26-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Dear family, my name is Jocelyn. I am very proactive and organized. I have experience from 3 month baby's to teenagers. I will describe myself as responsible, Friendly and open minded person. I really like to listen and respect everyone opinions.
I'm very active person and pet friendly. I like doing crafts, reading books,...
5.0
"Jocelyn was awesome! My 2-yr-old is quite shy around new people, but she began talking animatedly to Jocelyn as soon as she walked in the door and kept going for hours as they played together. I loved the personal attention she gave her, listening to her carefully...
Care member
Taylor B.
Silver Spring, MD
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I'm an experienced caregiver looking to provide reliable childcare this summer! I've nannied for various families, caring for children ages 6-12, and worked at a school supervising K-5 recess, managing up to 18 students at a time. I also have experience as a middle school lacrosse coach.
My calm nature helps me handle any...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Taylor is kind, fun, responsible and dependable. Basically the whole package when it come to what you want for watching your children!!!"
Debbie J.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! My name is Deborah.
As a responsible & compassionate babysitter, I offer 4+ years of childcare experience, having provided services to other families on Care. My genuine love for children is shown as I create a safe, nurturing, & engaging environment for children ages 1-12+.
It's always a pleasure getting to know...
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Deborah is awesome! She is prompt, dependable and a lot of fun. My daughter really enjoyed her time spent with Deborah. I highly recommend and look forward to my daughter spending more time with her!"
Dominique F.
Marcela G.
Silver Spring, MD
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(15)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I have worked as a nanny/babysitting for about 7 years. I have worked with different families throughout these years. The first one, taking care of two kids. 4 months and 3 years old, for 9 months. The second one, taking care of 3 kids. Ages between newborn and 11 years old for several years and for other families...
Marcela can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Marcela to provide childcare for a week for our 2 year old daughter. Marcela was wonderful with her and even helped teach us some new tricks for bedtime! I highly recommend Marcela!!"
Emily S.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dependable, patient, compassionate and dedicated teacher/nanny and Newborn Care Specialist with nearly 20 years of serving parents in the DC metro area. Proven track of providing safe, caring and stimulating environments for children in home settings.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Created and maintained safe, nurturing environments...
Ophelia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ophelia was a wonderful Nanny for my son from the time he was 8 weeks old. She was so nurturing and could handle a cranky difficult baby. As he grew she proactively sought out play dates with near by kids, took him to story time and other activities and loved...
Care member
Rahila M.
Silver Spring, MD
$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello,My Name Is Rahila.i Been Working With Kids Since I Was Younger And Love It.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional nanny/sitter in Maryland for more than 10years. Iam a responsible, reliable and cheerful person with excellent childcare and interpersonal skills. Extensive experience as both live in and live out nanny to look after babies, infants, toddlers and young children. I simply love children, love caring for...
Rahila can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Rahila nannied for my son O. in 2024, from 4.5 months to nearly 9 months old. She is very kind and has a lot of experience with babies. She took O. on multiple walks a day since he loves being outside. She even helped us with sleep training when he was fighting all...
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping & 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
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
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:
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...
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:
CPR
First Aid
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
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Thea, and I'm an outgoing, passionate, and experienced caregiver. As the second oldest of five siblings, I've always had a natural love for working with children, which inspired me to pursue babysitting as a career. I'm currently in college, studying elementary education with the goal of becoming a teacher.
With...
Thea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"This is our second time hiring Thea. We added my nephew to the mix this time and all kids ages 5, 6, and 7 absolutely love Thea!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Caroline! I am a first year teacher at Pine Crest Elementary. I absolutely love kids and have been babysitting for 6 years, ages 1 to 12. I helped children with schoolwork, made nutritious meals, and provided some light housekeeping. Besides working with children I love to be outdoors and do anything active...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Caroline is the consummate professional -- punctual, respectful of our concerns and requests, and a great communicator. She takes social distancing seriously and arrived at our house on the first day with a mask, even before we thought to ask. She and my older...
Pamela P.
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.
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & 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.
Monica S.
Silver Spring, MD
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
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.
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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Natalia is a life saver. When I hired her i was in the middle of a new restaurant opening. And my nanny back then which also I found on care.com-who just "quit" without even inform us left my kid alone in school with no one picking her up...Natalia came in and she...
Sammy 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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I babysit children from 1-14 years old. I tutored some students in a middle school. I used to work in a daycare for 3 years. I speak fluent Spanish and English.
Editha can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"She is a hard worker and always tries to be interactive with the pets/children in her care."
Marianne G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Silver Spring, MD
Joyce L.
5.0
Joyce has been such a great help! My child is always excited to see her. She’s a puntual and caring babysitter!
- Care member
Jocelyn R.
5.0
Jocelyn was awesome! My 2-yr-old is quite shy around new people, but she began talking animatedly to Jocelyn as soon as she walked in the door and kept going for hours as they played together. I loved the personal attention she gave her, listening to her carefully and asking her questions. She was...
- Care member
Taylor B.
5.0
Taylor is kind, fun, responsible and dependable. Basically the whole package when it come to what you want for watching your children!!!
- Debbie J.
Deborah S.
5.0
Deborah filled in for us on short notice even though she was starting another job the next day. She jumped right into playing with our kids (ages 2-6) and afterwards they wanted to know when she could come back. She was extremely communicative and very sweet.
- Abraham D.
Marcela G.
5.0
We hired Marcela to provide childcare for a week for our 2 year old daughter. Marcela was wonderful with her and even helped teach us some new tricks for bedtime! I highly recommend Marcela!!
- Emily 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 364 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 $21.39 per hour as of April 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 362 reviews of the 363 listed babysitters.