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60 babysitters are listed in Takoma Park, MD
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Takoma Park, MD
5.0
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a loving, caring, and responsible babysitter with a warm and bubbly personality. With over eight years of experience caring for children, I truly enjoy creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for little ones. I recently earned my master's in Physician Assistant Studies and currently work as a PA, but I...
Stefie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I recently hired Stefie and had a wonderful experience she was very professional and on time and my son loved her.. I will be using her upon her availability. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting, nannying, and pet sitting since I was 16. I have experience with kids ranging from 4 months to teenagers. I have watched multiple kids and pets at the same time.
I am also willing and able to help tutor kids in a wide range of subjects.
In regards to pet sitting, I have experience with my own animals...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Mary is the exact person you would want to leave you at ease going out without your child. She is so good with children and dogs. She was very responsible and dependable. She's absolutely wonderful with our daughter and toy aussie. We would absolutely hire her...
Margean L.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am 30 years old and worked full time as a Sales Manager for the last 7. 5 years in insurance. I have full time availability at least for the next few months, if not longer. I will always have part time availability.
I have babysat for a ton of families over the years and spent a summer living in Cape Cod working at a nanny...
Kelsey can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kelsey is the BEST! She is so caring, patient, reliable, great at communication, and my kids adore her. I trust her completely with my three kids, including driving them to school with my car. I am so thankful we met Kelsey here! "
Amanda F.
3.3
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi I would love to care and help you
Credentials : full time nanny And travel nanny occasional babysitter with experience
( I do have two reviews on my profile which are old which says I don't show up but I do have my own transportation now )
Dedicated and nurturing caregiver with 5 years of hands-on experience providing...
Nevaeh can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"I love how she interacts with my children. They really enjoy when she comes over to babysit. She’s soo patient and caring."
Care member
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: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & 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.
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, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & 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.
5.0
(2)
I have experience babysitting, more specifically kids that are special needs.
I'd describe my personality as energetic, bold, passionate. I like working with kids because I get to teach them really cool things and help them learn at each milestone.
I'm looking for a job that can allow me to gain more experience and to add on...
Ashai can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Ashai looked after our highly active 1 year old when our daughter's daycare was unexpectedly closed. She was extremely reliable and arrived early every day. My husband and I work long hours and she was able to accommodate our schedule from 6:30-6. Our daughter...
Akeila R.
Kara J.
Hyattsville, MD
$24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a recent grad from Howard University with a BA in Political Science. I'm from a neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY that has a lot of children, so I got my first paid babysitting job at the age of 13. Since then, I have gained a diverse experience with children. I have worked as as a counselor at two different summer camps,...
Kara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Kara was wonderful with our son. She was energetic, creative and kind, he immediately connected with her. I recommend her very highly!"
Elaine U.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, 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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate of American University in Washington, DC and am currently working a full time job in the city. With the spare time that I have I would like to help any families that need child-care services!
As a friendly, positive, quick-learning, health-loving, bi-lingual aspiring helper, I would love to spend my...
Shaanti can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Shaanti is great! She was with us for a couple of months but if she wasn't moving away we would've loved to have her longer! She interacts with my children very well and her communication is great. Our family wish her the best of luck."
Candy S.
5.0
(2)
My name is Milagro. I am from El Salvador, but I have lived in the U. S for many years. I have 5 years experience in child care, and have references! My native language is Spanish and I love to share my language with the little ones. I love to do activities such as going on walks, libraries for story time, going to playgrounds,...
Milagro can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We needed emergency care and Milagro was was able to help. She was great and will definitely hire again "
Laura W.
Laurel Lee C.
Washington, DC
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I just graduated from the University of Georgia and moved to DC to start my new job and also pursue part time law school starting in the fall (working during the day and law school at night Mon). This summer I am free during weeknights and all day during weekends. I will have my car with me starting at the beginning of...
Laurel Lee can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Laurel is very attentive and energetic around kids. My daughter of 8 years old loved her. Felt at ease knowing my kids were in safe hands."
John S.
4.8
(10)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I hope all is well. My name is Janna. I graduated at Hunter College with a degree in clinical psychology. I have 10 years of experience with babysitting, youth educator, paraprofessional, picking kids up from school and nanny. I love working with children. I can help with light housekeeping, homework, cooking/meal...
Janna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Janna was nice and friendly, she helped me with babysitting on short notice which was huge help. However I would say her personality is not the super outgoing type and doesn't seem to know how to help my toddler feel more comfortable and at ease when he clearly is...
Jocelyn Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an aunt of three boys and 1 girl and have been caring for them since they were all newborns. I am located in Washington DC. I attended Towson University for two years, where I studied Deaf Studies with a concentration in American Sign Language (ASL) . I enjoy incorporating ASL into my care as well, in the hopes of teaching...
Keyoni can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Ms. Keyoni took care of my toddler son while I taught lessons and for my husband and I to enjoy an occasional date night. She was an excellent care giver - dependable, caring, trustworthy, and kind. She had a great rapport with my son and always came prepared with...
Keila D.
Mubeen K.
Rockville, MD
$49/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I received my Masters in Teaching Early Childhood Education from UMBC. I was a preschool teacher for two years as well as a research assistant at the Child Development Lab at UMD. I was also an adolescent mental health associate at a state psychiatric facility for three years and worked extensively with children with psychiatric...
Mubeen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Mubeen for over 2 years. She is super kid friendly, reliable, and engages the children (it helps that she has teaching experience)! I have had Mubeen at my house for "date night outs" on several occasions. She is easy to work with, and we are always...
Ambereen H.
5.0
(4)
Hello! my name is Lourdes, I have 9 years of experience and it has been very rewarding. A little bit of my history: I was a full time nanny for a 3-months-old baby for two years. Later, I took care of two children, 6 years old and 2 years old for two years . I took care two children for a year, 7 months and 5 years old, after...
Lourdes can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lourdes has done an amazing job taking care of our two children, ages 2 and 5, as their full-time nanny. She drives the kids, prepares their meals, does the children’s laundry, organizes their toys, and has stayed overnight with our kids when my husband and I are...
Care member
Iesha R.
Hyattsville, MD
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Nursing Student Available For Occasional Afternoon, Evenings, & Date Nights!
5.0
(24)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
I am a George Washing University Nursing student and also hold a B. S. in Sociology. I am energetic, fun, adventurous, and always down to for story time. I have experience in caring for children 6 months -13 years old and am comfortable with pets too. I am very passionate about providing the best care possible, as I have spent...
Iesha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"We loved working with Iesha. She is calm, qualified, and trustworthy. My 1.5 yes old daughter took to her immediately. She sent regularly updates and even straightened up the house before she left. We are grateful to have found her and look forward to working with...
Care member
5.0
(5)
I have been babysitting since I was 13, and I was a nanny for 4 years before becoming a preschool teacher. I am CPR and first aid certified. I just moved to Greenbelt Maryland, and would like to provide care for some awesome families! My availability is very open right now as I wait on my transfer to go through!
Morgan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We are very pleased with our experiences with Morgan. Our children absolutely love for her to come over. She is well versed in working with kids. The kids are always entertained and clean up is part of the process. I appreciate the occasional updates throughout...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have worked as a nanny for many years, I have my own twin daughters (adult now). I am experienced when it comes to babies, toddlers or even teenagers. I'm diligent, reliable, optimistic and overall just a happy person. You can count on me when it comes to your kids, and I will be your helping hand.
Diosyl can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Diosyl was a very nice, dependable and patient babysitter. Her jolliness was infectious!
She was really motherly to my three children. She genuinely took care of them as if they were her own, and it seemed like she enjoyed every moment with them as well.
If...
Kathleen L.
5.0
(1)
My name is Devon and I am originally from Denver. I am 26 years old and hold a Bachelors of Science in Architecture and Design from ASU. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and a nanny since I was 16. I have experience as a summer camp science teacher as well. I absolutely love working with kids and like to consider myself a...
5.0
"I am writing to strongly recommend Devon M., who is a gem of a nanny and babysitter. Devon watched my 4 children between the ages of a baby through 9 years old during the years we lived in Maryland. She is caring and friendly to our children, creative with her...
Alana L.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Takoma Park, MD
Stefie T.
5.0
Stefie was very responsive and arrived on time. She awesome with our kids - they took to her right away! We will definitely be reaching out to her again!
- Care member
Mary V.
5.0
Mary is the exact person you would want to leave you at ease going out without your child. She is so good with children and dogs. She was very responsible and dependable. She's absolutely wonderful with our daughter and toy aussie. We would absolutely hire her again, and we are so thankful that she...
- Margean L.
Kelsey F.
5.0
Kelsey is the BEST! She is so caring, patient, reliable, great at communication, and my kids adore her. I trust her completely with my three kids, including driving them to school with my car. I am so thankful we met Kelsey here!
- Amanda F.
Nevaeh S.
4.0
She provided exceptional service to my family while with us! Always a joy to have around.
- Care member
Mariana G.
5.0
Mariana worked as a part-time nanny for our boys, age 1 and 3, for the 2018-19 school year. My kids loved her and had wonderful days playing, going to the playground, and doing lots of craft activities! She was also great with our dog. We miss her already!
- Emily W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Takoma Park, MD:
How can I find a Takoma Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Takoma 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 15 babysitters in Takoma Park, MD on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Takoma Park, MD?
The average rate for Takoma Park, MD babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 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 Takoma Park, MD?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Takoma 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.
Ratings for Takoma Park, MD babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Takoma Park, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.