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43 available today | Avg hourly rate: $21.48/hr

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Annie
Booked by 17 repeat families
25 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 28 families in Harwood, MD

Hello parents! My name is Annie- a native of the D.C. area, I live in Baltimore, have family in Silver Spring, and commute to NW D.C. so I’m happy to pick up jobs anywhere in the area! What I bring to the table: •Nearly 20 years of experience with childcare and household management for preschool-to-high school aged kids and families. I was with my previous family for 14 years and have been with my current family since 2019. •Intuitive and fast thinking- I am able to quickly troubleshoot situations and navigate decisions without handholding. Fixing problems before they become problems. •Almost spotless driving record (one camera ticket in the last few years), plus a squeaky clean criminal record. I am very comfortable driving, navigating rush hour, parallel parking, etc. I have my own transportation. •Funny, down to earth, and strong in my convictions- would like to work with a family on the same wavelength. •I love to cook and am familiar with many different cuisines. Comfortable in kosher, vegetarian/vegan, and gluten-free/allergy kitchens. •Happy to work with families and kids of all types! LGBTQ+, polyam, gnc, families and kids welcome. The downsides: •I am only available for occasional or as-needed work. I currently work part-time with a rolling schedule so I have decent availability but cannot commit to a set schedule. •I am a night owl and prefer to work afternoons and evenings. Late nights are not a problem. •Funny, down to earth, and strong in my convictions- so I’m unfortunately not willing to work with folks whose values don’t match my own :) When not corralling kids, I am in the garden (or planning next year’s garden), elbow deep in dyeing yarn, at my weaving loom with a podcast on, or watching local music. Catch me at your local maker’s market 🧶 Hope to her from you soon!

“Arrived on time. Our toddler immediately enjoyed playing with Annie. Great experience for parents and child.”

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Nina
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews
$17 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Harwood, MD

Hi! My name is Nina, and I’m a responsible and caring babysitter with a 90-hour childcare certification and hands-on experience from my stepmom’s in-home daycare and working at my high school’s preschool. As a nursing student, I’m passionate about providing a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for kids. I love engaging children in creative activities like arts and crafts, as well as helping with homework, bedtime routines, and light meal prep. My goal is to make sure both kids and parents feel comfortable and happy while I’m around. I’d love to help out! Feel free to reach out with any questions.

“She was on time. My child really connected with her and was sad to see her go.”

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Starla
Booked by 6 repeat families
5 reviews
$24 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 10 families in Harwood, MD

Hello, my name is Starla and I am an energetic and fun sitter ! Although I am current law student (3L) , I have 10+ years of experience working with children of all ages. I am also pet friendly.

“On time, knew her stuff, and was incredibly sweet with the kids! I felt very confident in her abilities and knew my kids were in good hands!”

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Lonni $18 per hour for 1 child

I am an Early Childhood Educator with over twenty years of experience caring for and educating young children. I hold a Bachelors in Early Childhood Education with a minor concentration in Infants and Toddlers, as well as a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction. I am currently a classroom preschool teacher in Baltimore City. I have experience with infants and toddlers, including twins. In addition to teaching, I’ve also owned my own registered home day care, and nannied for multiple families. I believe children are competent and capable and learn best through play and hands on activities. I am a responsive caregiver with an extensive background in social emotional learning. I enjoy gardening, hiking, camping, crafts and reading in my spare time. I have two cats and feel comfortable with dogs and other small pets.

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Sabrina $18 per hour for 1 child

Hi! Family I’m a caring, dependable caregiver with hands-on experience supporting children of all ages in a safe, nurturing, family-style environment. I’m patient, attentive, and great at following routines, helping with meals, playtime, and light household tasks. I also have experience with pets and providing respectful care for seniors. I treat every family I work with like my own and always prioritize trust, communication, and comfort.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $21.48
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $25.89
  • Typical job length: 4.6 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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4.9 average star rating from total of 461 reviews in Harwood, 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 Harwood?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Harwood is $21.48 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Harwood.

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