Find a last-minute babysitter in Gaithersburg, MD

Hi, my name is Marilyn and I have 2 adult children and 7 grandchildren. I retired from the corporate world about a year ago and I am looking for work as a babysitter or nanny for a family. I love working with children and assisting with their care. I do love dogs but I am allergic to cats.

Headline: Compassionate CMT, Certified Nursing Assistant & Behavior Specialist for All Ages About Me: Hello! My name is Nsana, and I am a dedicated care professional with a deep passion for supporting families, children, and seniors. With a robust professional background spanning nursing assistance, certified medication administration, and behavioral management, I specialize in providing structured, compassionate, and high-quality care tailored to each individual's unique needs. Whether you need a reliable caregiver for your children, specialized care for a neurodivergent child, or supportive assistance for an elderly loved one, my goal is to bring total peace of mind to your household. I excel at maintaining daily routines, creating engaging environments, and fostering safety and positivity. My Specialized Skills & Background: Medication Safety (CMT): Licensed Certified Medication Technician, fully trained and experienced in the safe administration, handling, and strict documentation of routine medications. Behavioral Expertise: Deeply experienced in behavior management, positive reinforcement, and implementing structured routines (excellent for individuals who thrive on predictability or need extra behavioral support). Healthcare & Physical Support: Background as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), ensuring top-tier attention to physical safety, mobility assistance, and daily health tracking. Comprehensive Care: Experienced and comfortable working with all age groups, from young children to seniors needing specialized daily assistance. I understand how important it is to find someone you can completely trust with your loved ones' health and daily schedules. I bring a patient, grounded, and joyful energy to every home, and I look forward to supporting your family!

Hello, my name is Ana, and I am a professional nanny with over 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to school age. I am responsible, active, and outgoing, and I take pride in creating a safe, loving, and stimulating environment for the children I care for. I have a good reference

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.

Hello! My name is Kayla. Please read my profile before booking to see if I and my policies are a good fit for your family, as I am only accepting ad hoc care needs and not currently looking to add a scheduled position :) I am an elementary school teacher and love it! Before going back to school for elementary and special education, I was a nanny for a decade. I worked with a family of three for (newborn - middle school) for eight year and was responsible for the children’s full-day schedule during the week, planning outings, working on academic skills, etc. I worked for another family during the pandemic, educating twins through first and second grade. In addition to nannying, I have babysat for hundreds of families in the DMV with loads of experience from the newborn stage through the teenage years. I have done many date nights, full days, overnights and full weeks. I always plan and bring fun activities (games, crafts, science experiments, sensory play, baking, etc) based on the child’s stage of development and interests to ensure we have the best time. If applicable, I make time outside and/or outings a priority. About me: I teach upper elementary school and love it. My focuses are making learning fun and relevant to my students, social emotional learning, and growth mindset. Outside of work I enjoy experiencing all life has to offer and fill my days as much as possible: local sporting events, museums, hiking, camping, golfing, tennis/pickleball, board games and puzzles, historical and cultural activites, cooking/baking things from scratch, and reading/book clubs. Each year I strive to accomplish 1,000 hours outside, 60 games played and 70 books read. I am married (no children) and spend a lot time with my nieces and nephews. Policy: -Four hour minimum. -Hours booked will be charged. -For overnights totaling more than 25 hours, I charge sleeping hours at 1/2 rate. -First cancellation without charge; 50% of booking fee for each cancellation thereafter.