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220 available babysitters in Kensington, MD

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Eleni
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Kensington, MD

Hi, my names Eleni! I’m currently finishing up my second degree in Nursing. I have been a nanny for over 10 years! I’m very friendly, extremely active, and love working with children. I am flexible and available to help out with meals, crafts, homework, carpool, after school activities, etc. Also- available to help with dogs and house sitting! I am CPR certified and have a clean driving record. I am looking forward to meeting you and your family ☺️

Eleni was a wonderful sitter. Our 3 boys absolutely loved her! She was punctual and reliable. We'll definitely ask her to help again!

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Stephani $22 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Stephani. I’m a bilingual, dependable, and patient caregiver with experience supporting school-aged children. I’m attentive, calm, and genuinely enjoy creating a fun, warm, and safe environment. Families appreciate that I show up prepared, stay engaged, and adapt easily to each child’s personality and routine. I’m also comfortable helping with homework, simple meals, bedtime routines, and light household tasks. I speak fluent Spanish and have experience helping children with learning a second language. My goal is always to make parents feel at ease and kids feel supported, understood, and excited to spend time together.

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Elizabeth 1 review
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Kensington, MD

Hi! My name’s Elizabeth and I recently graduated from AU. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and have experience with kids of all ages! I also have worked as a math tutor for middle and high school students. I love animals and am happy to work in a household with pets! I am able to work as a household assistant as well with grocery shopping, cleaning, and cooking.

Elizabeth was incredibly warm and wonderful with our daughter. Would highly recommend her!

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Allie $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi my name is Allie and I have 16 years experience working with children of all ages ranging from birth to high school. I have my associates degree from Montgomery College. I have worked as a nanny, camp counselor and preschool teacher. I’m looking for part time 1-2 days a week right now during the day!

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Ellie $17 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I'm Ellie, a graduate student at American University with a passion for working with children and animals. Growing up as the oldest of five siblings with four younger brothers, I've always been surrounded by kids and have developed a natural ability to connect with them. I've spent the past several years working in various childcare and youth program roles, from managing an after-school elementary program to coordinating middle school activities through the Parks and Recreation department of my hometown, Kalamazoo Michigan. I love creating engaging, educational experiences for kids while ensuring they feel safe, heard, and excited to learn. I offer comprehensive childcare, petcare, and household services. This includes everything from babysitting and tutoring to dog walking and pet sitting, as well as light housekeeping, meal preperation, grocery shopping, and running errands. I have my own car and am comfortable with flexible scheduling. I have extensive experience with toddlers and elementary - middle school aged children. I spent a year helping manage an elementary after school program where I led activities, assisted with homework and reading, and implemented a positive behavioral reward system. For middle schoolers, I've assisted with bowling and archery programs. I also managed a community pool for four years where I regularly interacted with children of all ages, from toddlers to teens, and supervised summer camp groups. I love combining creativity with physical activity! I enjoy arts and crafts projects like painting, drawing, and photography, as well as singing and playing music. I'm also passionate about getting outside, whether its going on nature walks, playing active games, or just exploring the neighborhood. Reading together, helping with homework, and playing board games are also some of my favorites. I've had dogs my whole life and have pet sat for my family's dogs countless times. I have experience with several breeds including Havanese, Schnauzers, Labs, Airedales, and Poodles. I've also handled exotic animals like turtles, snakes, bearded dragons, and even alligators, while working for an alligator sanctuary! Having recently moved to the DC area from Michigan, I'm excited to bring my experience and enthusiasm to local families who need caring support. I'm reliable, responsible, and genuinely care about fostering a safe and fun environment for kids and pets. I'd love the opportunity to be someone you can count on!

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"We were incredibly grateful that Maya was able to help us out with a last-minute childcare emergency. She matched our 9-year-old's energy with arts & crafts, some quiet reading, and a walk around the neighborhood. We'd have Maya back in a heartbeat!"

Hillary S., parent

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"We used Tania for a last minute emergency. She responded very quickly. My daughter seemed to enjoy herself. My son napped most of the time. I enjoyed how she kept me updated by text."

Theresa M., parent

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"Hannah was awesome. Went above & beyond to help me with a last minute emergency. She was really sweet & great with my 16mo old. Highly recommend!!"

Lauren D., parent

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How much does an emergency babysitter cost in Kensington?

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Can I find a babysitter in Kensington for today or tonight?

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What's the best way to find a babysitter in Kensington on short notice?

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