Hi! I'm Ella, a caregiver with over 6 years of experience working with children of all ages. Whether I’m babysitting, tutoring, or leading summer camp activities, I bring patience, creativity, and a genuine love for helping kids grow and feel supported. I'm trained in socioemotional regulation, fluent in Spanish, and always ready to jump into a game, help with homework, or lend a hand wherever it’s needed
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Rockville for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
School holidays
Public holidays
New Year's Eve
Valentine's Day
Full weekends
Vacations with the family
Live-in with the family
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
6 years experience working with children
First aid training
I carry a first aid kit
Asthma training
1 year experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
Pet owner references
General credentials:
18 years old
Drivers license
Emergency car access
I have a car
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English and Spanish
Email verified
I’m a high school senior in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program with 6 years of babysitting experience and a strong background in child care, tutoring, and youth programs. I’ve worked with children ages 6 months to 13 years, including those with medical, social and behavioral challenges, through babysitting, tutoring, and as a summer camp counselor. I’m trained in socioemotional support techniques from my volunteer work at a therapeutic camp. I’m also fluent in Spanish and passionate about creating safe, engaging environments for kids to grow and thrive.
Hi! I'm Franny. I'm a responsible, caring, and dependable babysitter who truly enjoys spending time with kids. I have a natural ability to connect with children of all ages, making them feel safe, heard, and entertained. Whether it’s helping with homework, playing games, or preparing simple meals, I always prioritize the child’s well-being and happiness. I’m patient, attentive, and great at creating a calm, positive environment. Parents can count on me to follow instructions carefully and keep them updated. I take my role seriously and always show up on time, ready to make the day fun, safe, and smooth for both the kids and the family. I am an honor student at my school, with a GPA of 4.0, and I am expecting to earn my International Baccalaureate and CCMA certification by the end of high school.
Babysitter, Nanny $15 / hour
Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:
Babies (3 - 12 months)
Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
Up to 2 children at once
Childcare duties I can do:
Light meals
Full meals
Bottle feeding
Toilet training
Changing diapers
Bathing kids
Help with homework
Household duties I can do:
Housekeeping
Laundry/washing
Other services I can provide
House sitting
Tutoring
My availability
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel within Silver Spring for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
3 years experience working with children
CPR training
General credentials:
16 years old
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
I have 6 months of experience babysitting 8 and 10-year-olds, 3 years of babysitting: 5 months - 3 years old, 1 year as a tutor (Spanish, English, Art) for a non-profit, and CPR certified
Hi! I am a freshman cheerleader in high school seeking to make a little extra cash for savings and more financial freedom. I am very responsible and love working with smaller children. Though I don’t have much experience in babysitting officially, I’ve babysat my little sister and little cousins. This is a job I want to get into and believe I can perform well. I am energetic, positive, and reliable. I can help with light housekeeping and homework if needed. My passions are running, cheerleading, and helping others. I'm able to provide a supervised, safe, and stable environment for your little ones.
Babysitting Pay Rates Gaithersburg, MD, United States (Jun 2025)
Gaithersburg babysitters are paid an average of $16.61 per hour as of June 2025, which is 1.5% lower than the Maryland average of $16.86, and the same asthe United States average of $16.61. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
Min
Avg
Max
Gaithersburg:
$12.00
$16.61
$20.00
Maryland:
$6.00
$16.86
$26.00
United States:
$0.00
$16.61
$80.00
Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data.
Prices shown in United States dollars (USD)
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