What is the going rate for babysitters in Gunpowder, MD?

The national typical hourly rate in 2021 is $17.00 for babysitters. When deciding how much to pay your babysitter, it’s important to set a competitive rate to attract the best caregivers. But there are lots of factors to think about when determining the cost of child care. Use Sittercity’s chart to determine the most appropriate babysitting rate by hourly wage by location.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in Gunpowder, MD?

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.

What kind of babysitters can I find in Gunpowder, MD?

You can find babysitters for in-home care or for a virtual sitting. Babysitters can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more.

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Abbi D.

10 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 17–40/hr

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Hi, I’m Abbi! I’m 26 years old and have been caring for kiddos for over 10 years, starting out with volunteering in the church nursery when I was young. I currently care for 6 kindergarten kiddos 8:30-4:30 M-F! I am looking for a more permanent position as schools start to transition back to in pers...

$ 17–40/hr

Dollys Jannette L.

20 years paid experience
8 miles

$ 15–20/hr

I am a bilingual Spanish-English teacher looking for a part time position...Evenings and weekends. We will enjoy, dancing, singing or doing crafts together. I have my first aid and my CPR certification and many-many years of experience.

$ 15–20/hr

Aline A.

2 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 14–20/hr

I am new to Maryland and been here about almost 2 years to move with my husband. I help full time to take care of my 5 year old step-daughter who also has ADHD and ODD. I also used to take care of my newphew when he was younger. I have 20 years in housecleaning business too and very good to do light...

$ 14–20/hr

Joy T.

10 years paid experience
2 miles

$ 15–25/hr

Experienced infant and toddler caregiver. Trained & certified as an infant and toddler teacher in daycare centers. In addition, I have a master’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in human services counseling: marriage and family. I love children and especially the infant age group. I am co...

$ 15–25/hr

Adriana P.

5 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 14–20/hr

I was born in Bolivia, came when I was 14 years old. Before I came to the USA, I lived with my uncle and aunt who had 4 young kids: Natalia 6 years old, Sebastian 4 years old, Fernanda 2 years old and Nicolas was a newborn, and I had my younger brother with me as well, Sergio 8 years old. I learned ...

$ 14–20/hr

Amanda T.

3 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 10–15/hr

(1)

My name is Amanda, I am currently a college student at Harford community college and as any other college student I'm looking to pick up extra money. I have baby sat plenty of kids, especially being the youngest in my family a lot of my sisters have kids and I always am the babysitter. My mom also h...

$ 10–15/hr

Cynthia H.

4 years paid experience
10 miles

$ 15–20/hr

(1)

I’ve been a both a babysitter and nanny on and off for the past 4 years. I have watched children from 8 months all the way up to high schoolers. I’ve also had a little experience with special needs children. I’m currently 21 years old and go to college for criminal justice/law enforcement and just f...

$ 15–20/hr

Amarachi A.

5 years paid experience
13 miles

$ 12–20/hr

(4)

Hello! I’m Amarachi Anyadike. I’m a Family and Human Services major at Towson University. I’m a fun-loving babysitter and I simply enjoy spending my time with children. I have babysat up to three children at a time, two with severe dietary restrictions, and all under the age of eight. I have been a...

$ 12–20/hr

Vanessa R.

11 years paid experience
9 miles

$ 17–35/hr

I have worked as a Preschool teacher, babysitter and nanny for over 11 years. I am fluent in Spanish and English and have my Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education. I am also CPR certified. I have taken care of children between the ages of 3 months and 13 years old. I feel communication is ...

$ 17–35/hr

Asia P.

4 years paid experience
13 miles

$ 13–15/hr

(1)

Hello! My name is Asia and I recently graduated from Morgan State University with my BSN (Nursing). I have over three years of experience working with children. I've done babysitting, worked for before and after school programs, summer camps, and even at daycare facilities. I am a very caring, outgo...

$ 13–15/hr

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Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.