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22 available last-minute babysitters in Cooksville, MD

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3 available today | Avg hourly rate: $22.49/hr

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Maggie
Booked by 7 repeat families
11 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 12 families in Cooksville, MD

Hello, Im Maggie. I’m 25 years old. I have long term experience in childcare and looked after children of all age groups. I’m a Former Youth Development Specialist/Program Facilitator in MCPS for over 3 years. I also worked for the City of Gaithersburg with youth for 2 years. I organized many activities and community events. I worked with many children ranging from Elementary - High school. I am comfortable with big groups since my cohorts ranged from 10-20 students at a time. As a mother of 1, I can understand how hard it can be to find reliable and trustworthy care for your children. Which is why I provide child care on the side to bring ease to as many families as I can. We all need a break or even some help at times. I hope I can bring some light and comfort to your family. Feel free to reach out to me at anytime 😊

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Maryam
Booked by 6 repeat families
7 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 12 families in Cooksville, MD

Hello, my name is Maryam and I'm a recent graduate at UMD. I am offering child care, and household services. As the eldest of 5, I have always loved caring for and engaging with children. I have over three years of professional experience watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids up to 15 years old but have personal experiences of the above since a very young age. My responsibilities have included, crafts, tutoring, cooking, and cleaning. I love to engage the children I care for in a multitude of activities like playing sports, baking, science experiments, different crafts and arts and more!! I can also work as a household assistant and can cook, clean, and run errands.

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Danielle 2 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Cooksville, MD

Hi! I’m Danielle. I’m certified in Anxiety Counseling and have been coaching kids and adults to incorporate wellness practices daily. I’m the proud author of the children’s book; Hugging Olivia. I’ve been providing childcare in the local DMV area since 2019 and have loved to see these little ones grow up.

“Danielle is extremely reliable, energetic and great with children. We had a great experience working with her - she is a great cook and was super sweet with my 2 year old son.”

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Shauna
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews
$17 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Cooksville, 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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Adetola
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Cooksville, MD

I have loved caring for children for as long as I can remember, and with over 15 years of experience, supporting and nurturing kids has become a true passion of mine. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Public Health and have worked in a variety of healthcare settings, which has strengthened my ability to provide safe, attentive, and compassionate care. I am CPR and First Aid certified, as well as a Certified Medication Technician (CMT), giving families added confidence in my skills and reliability. I am dedicated to creating a positive, engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and feel supported. While I plan to further my education in the future, I am currently focused on doing what I love most working closely with children and being a dependable, caring presence in their lives.

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Cooksville, MD?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $22.49
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $27.05
  • Typical job length: 4.5 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 1,909 reviews in Cooksville, MD

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"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."

Marie C., parent

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"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"

Jenny S., parent

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"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"

Jesse D., parent

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Cooksville?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Cooksville is $22.49 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Cooksville.

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