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16 available babysitters in Sykesville, MD

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Carolina
Booked by 3 repeat families
4 reviews
Ellicott City
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Sykesville, MD

Hi! My name is Carolina, and I’m an experienced nanny and babysitter with over 10 years of childcare experience supporting children and families. I’m a master’s-level therapist currently awaiting graduate licensure, and I bring a calm, thoughtful, and nurturing approach to childcare. I have experience caring for children of all ages, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children. I’m skilled in creating structured routines, supporting children’s emotional needs, and engaging them in fun, age-appropriate activities. I value open and respectful communication with parents and strive to create a safe, supportive, and positive environment for every child in my care. 🎓 Education: Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling ❤️ Certifications: CPR & First Aid certified I’m available for part-time, temporary, or short-term care and am willing to travel up to 15 miles within Baltimore County and nearby areas of Howard County. References are available upon request. I look forward to connecting with your family!

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Ingrid Ellicott City
$17 per hour for 1 child

I’m currently an Au Pair, from Argentina I was a teacher for 5 years in my country, working with kids from different ages. I also have 10 months of experience taking care of special needs kids (autistic, adhd, nonverbal)

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Julia Sykesville
$19 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Julia. I am an experienced nanny who loves working with children. I have more than 10 years of experience, first working at an infant-preschool age daycare and then going on to nanny for two families. Some of my hobbies include reading, biking, running, and other forms of outdoor exercise. I also love going on walks around my neighborhood with my dog MJ :). I have my own car and a clean driving record. I am currently looking for occasional babysitting work. I am available Monday-Sunday. Please contact me if you have any questions and I look forward to hearing from you!

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Beverly Randallstown
$20 per hour for 1 child

Hi my name is Beverly. I have been in the senior care and child care field for over twenty years. i am an experience and hard working individual who takes pride in my work. I am very kind, enjoy working with children and seniors. My passion is to help others. i like to see smiling faces and make and see others know their self worth. Thank you

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Shauna
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews
Owings Mills
$17 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Sykesville, MD

Hi! My name is Shauna Webb, and I’m an outgoing, responsible, and caring college student at Towson University majoring in family science. I recently graduated from New Town High School, where I was involved in track, volleyball, dance, FBLA, computer science club, and poetry club. I love being around kids and creating a fun, safe, and positive environment for them. I’m very patient, approachable, dependable, and neat, and I’m excited to continue gaining experience working with children as I work toward my goal of becoming a child therapist!💕 Being a nanny is one of my biggest passion I'm patient, creative, and adaptable, building trust with parents and creating a safe, fun environment. the youngest child my most recent child i have cared for was 4 months, while she’s was in my care i fed her, changed her, read her books, and had imaginary playtime. 💕 My skills are💕 * Childcare Expertise * Communication Skills * Patience and Empathy * Time Management * Creativity and Initiative * Problem-Solving * Household Management * References * Adaptability * Cook & Clean * Laundry Contact information[removed] Email [removed] feel free to contact and ask questions.💕😊

On time which is rare for sitters on this ap. My daughter is very shy and she warmed up to her in minutes of her arriving, she stayed much longer than I originally booked her for and kept me updated with what was going on. Would book again. THANK YOU

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Can I find babysitters for after school care in Sykesville?

Yes. Families often use UrbanSitter for after school care, including pickup, homework help, tutoring, and early evening coverage. You can filter for babysitters who are willing to drive or have their own car.

Can I find babysitters for evenings, weekends, or extended hours in Sykesville?

Yes. Families in Sykesville use UrbanSitter for date nights, weekend plans, extended hours, and other scheduling needs. You can review each sitter's availability and experience to find someone who fits your hours.

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