"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."
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Karen $25 per hour for 1 child
Hiiiii!! This is Karen, former au pair and currently nanny with over 10 years of experience, 7+ in Argentina and more than 3 in the U. S. And CPR trained. I've cared for kids of all ages, from babies to teenagers, and I love supporting their growth through fun activities, routines, and patience. As a reference, I've been taking care of my youngest host kid since he was 7 months old and he's 4 years old now! :) I'm also a college student nowadays, and I'm looking for an extra job this time since I'll be available from 9am to 3pm approximately on weekdays. I'm currently in college majoring in Hospitality Management, with a focus on Restaurant & Event Management. Last semester, I also completed a ServSafe course, so I have some formal training in food safety and handling. As I mentioned, I also spent the past 4 years working with a family, and cooking and helping with household tasks have been a big part of my responsibilities. I'm very comfortable following recipes and instructions, grocery shopping, meal prepping, organizing food, and keeping the kitchen clean and organized. I'm reliable, organized, detail-oriented, and I genuinely enjoy cooking and helping a household run smoothly. And I also have reliable transportation. Feel free to reach out to me anytime if you think it could work! I would be more than happy to help! I can provide references as well :) Thank you!!
Olivia $20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Derwood, MD
Hi, my name is Olivia. I am currently in nursing school. I am offering baby sitting care and some household services. I do have my CNA license and I have grown up taking care of my 5 nieces and nephews which included bathing, cooking and just keeping them company. Personality-wise I would say I’m very caring, very responsible, trustworthy, I can be quiet sometimes/shy but I do open up if a safe environment is provided and I am loving.
Athena $18 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Derwood, MD
Im a student at American University who is great with kids and dogs. Im always ready to play and have fun with kids of all ages. Ive volunteered at kids bible camps as well as youth programs from ages 2 - 13. Ive also volunteered at a dog rescue for around 5 years and am comfortable with dogs of all sizes.
Liza $25 per hour for 1 child
Hi, my name is Liza. I'm a registered behavioral technician who enjoys caring for and playing with kids. I offer child care and household services. I enjoy being a sitter, and I have had the opportunity to care for children (infants—adolescents) for over seven years. I can perform household duties, including cooking, cleaning, and running errands if needed. I am also more than happy to work with families with pets.
Akouvi $20 per hour for 1 child
Hello families! I am Akouvi. I've been a Nanny for 10+ years and I love working with kids! I really enjoy it! I know CPR and first aid so I can help with any medical emergencies. I also have experience with special needs kids and/or disorders such as ADHD and I have no problem working with them as well! Also, I am great in math so I can help with education!
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Derwood, MD?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.43
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $28.02
- Typical job length: 4.8 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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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!"
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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 :)"
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Derwood?
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