Find experienced child care providers in Rocky Ridge, MD

Hi! I'm Abby, a caring, responsible, and patient sitter currently based in Frederick, Maryland. I'm 23 years old and recently completed my B.A. in Psychology at the University of Maryland–Baltimore County with a minor in dance. I have a strong background in childcare, including hands-on experience through a paid internship as a behavior technician with Advancing Beyond the Spectrum, where I worked closely with nonverbal children with autism using ABA therapy techniques. I recently completed interning at the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children headquarters located in Alexandria to help support their mission of keeping children safe. I plan to pursue a Masters in Social Work in 2027 and seek a long term nannying/family assistant position. Working with kids brings me so much joy, it allows me to connect with my inner child, and I truly value the trust families place in me. I'm always ready to meet new challenges with a positive attitude and an open mind. In addition to childcare, I'm also happy to help with pets, I'm an animal lover too! Whether you're looking for someone dependable for occasional sitting or more regular support, I’d love to be part of your family's care team.

I am a dedicated and nurturing childcare professional with over 5 years of experience working as a live-in nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, and tutor. I have cared for children from newborns to 12 years old, and I truly enjoy supporting their growth, development, and daily routines through engaging, age-appropriate activities. I am fluent in English, isiZulu, and seSotho, and I am also a strong swimmer. While I do not currently own a personal car, I am fully comfortable driving children if a vehicle is provided. I maintain a clean driving record, am a U.S. citizen, and have held my driver’s license since age 17. I was born in South Africa and moved to the United States at age 13. Now 23 years old, I bring warmth, structure, and professionalism to every family I work with, along with extensive infant and toddler care experience. Professional Experience Live-In Nanny — Modiba Family Bakersfield, California | 2022–2025 • Provided full-time care for two children, managing morning and afternoon routines. • Handled school drop-offs/pick-ups and transportation to gymnastics and cheer. • Created engaging activities, supported homework, and maintained structured schedules. • Assisted with meals, bedtime routines, and keeping play/living areas organized. • Offered occasional weekend support and built a strong relationship with the family. Live-In Nanny — Mugo Family Beltsville, Maryland | 2021–2022 • Provided dedicated care for a 5-year-old, maintaining daily routines and structure. • Planned educational and creative activities to support development. • Encouraged positive behavior, emotional growth, and outdoor play. • Assisted with light household duties and supported a trusting family dynamic. Nanny — Muhumuza Family Frederick, Maryland | 2019–2020 • Cared for an infant and a 5-year-old after school. • Followed consistent routines for meals, naps, and structured play. • Taught early math and reading skills to the older child. • Prepared bottles, ensured safe sleep practices, and met all infant- care needs. • Helped with tidying play areas and organizing toys.

Hello! My name is Mary Brooke and I prefer to go by Brooke. I am 28 years old and hoping to fill some free time in order to save enough money to start a small farm. I currently would as a County Executive Director for Frederick and Montgomery/Howard. I have traveled a distance in previous roles so I am no stranger to driving and willing to do that for the right family! Being the oldest child and cousin watching after my younger family members was a great experience in my youth. In college, I set up the SitterCity account for just one of my many jobs. I graduated in 2019 with a Bachelors in Large Animal and Dairy Sciences. I am very comfortable with animals as well! I now enjoy time, when I can, with my niece and nephews. Please feel free to ask me any questions! My availability would be most weekends and afternoon/evenings. I get off work at 4:30, so depending on your location and travel I would be available after then. I have some flexibility for the occasional evening!

Experienced Nanny Seeking the Right Long-Term Family ❤️ Hello, families! My name is Kenzie, and I'm currently looking for the right long-term family to support with exceptional childcare in the Frederick area (New Market, Frederick, Middletown, Myersville, Thurmont, Westminster, Adamstown). Over the past 8 years, I've had the privilege of caring for newborns, infants, toddlers, and school-aged children as a Private Nanny. I provide much more than supervision-| create a safe, loving, structured, and enriching environment where children feel secure, respected, and encouraged to grow into confident, kind, and independent individuals. I believe childhood should be filled with creativity, exploration, and meaningful connections, so I love planning Montessori-inspired activities, outdoor adventures, crafts, and hands-on learning experiences. My Montessori-inspired approach encourages independence, curiosity, emotional intelligence, and learning through purposeful play while maintaining routines that help children thrive. What I bring to your family: • 7+ years of professional childcare experience * Private Nanny with early childhood education * Experience with children who have special accommodations & allergies * Extensive creative Pinterest inspired crafts * Experience with newborns through school-aged children * Montessori-inspired childcare * CPR & First Aid Certified * Routine and household management * Potty training experience * Professional certifications in child development, infant care, safe sleep, child safety, nutrition, communication, behavior guidance, and early childhood education * Outdoor play prioritized * Fluent in English & Sign Language * NCS Night Doula Certification * Reliable transportation, excellent references, and a clean driving record * I also have a side business where I professionally organize Families describe me as warm, energetic dependable, proactive, organized, and trustworthy. I take pride in building meaningful relationships with children and parents, becoming a reliable extension of the family while supporting each child's emotional, social, and cognitive development. 💲My professional rate is $32-55 an hour, depending on the number of children, their ages, and the responsibilities involved. I’m looking to provide care on Monday, Wednesdays, and Friday’s (with 35-42 hours required). If you're looking for a nanny who will genuinely invest in your children's growth, & happiness…

Hello Families of SitterCity! I have decided to open my availability to start scheduling “date night”, weekend & occasional sitting! I am a full time nanny, but when you love what you do, doing it all the time makes it easy to do! I love helping, spending time with and teaching children of all ages. I have an extensive background in healthcare as a Certified Medical Assistant and FDA Study Research Coordinator (4 ½ years in Pediatrics, 7 weeks years in Women’s Health/OBGYN and 1 year in Cardiology). I was in Nursing School, but had to stop when my mom became ill. I hope to soon obtain my Newborn Care Specialist certificate, and I am also perusing my Doula birth/labor and postpartum certification. My passion for helping people goes way beyond an “office” setting. I truly enjoy spending time with an entire family and helping out in all aspects. I’ve been with my current nanny family for 18 months, since their little one was 3 months old. The family I was with prior I was with for 2 year (since their little one was 2 months). I’ve also been a medical caregiver for 2 years for a little one who was born at 24 weeks. I worked directly with his care team including Infants & Toddlers, PT/OT/SLP, developmental pediatrician and primary pediatrician and GI. I have always loved children and families, and both of my older sisters turned to me for help after their had their kids (I have 4 nephews). Many parents/grandparents have called me the “baby whisperer”. My currently availability is: weekends, weekday evenings (“Date night”), and occasional Fridays after 1pm. I have extensive experience caring for children, both well and sick, special needs, and I am also able to do overnight stays! I'd love to care for your children, too! I started babysitting when I was a young teen for families in the neighborhood, and younger members in my own family. I'm professional, trustworthy, patient, experienced and organized, and know how to be fun and silly with little ones (and don’t mind digging in the dirt, playing with sidewalk chalk, or mixing up a fresh batch of playdoh).

I absolutely enjoy taking care of children of all ages. It is wonderful to watch childern learn and grow. Every since I was a young child I had a passion for children and taking care of them. I started of working at a day care center where I was an Assistant Teacher in a infant classroom. I loved it very much and very shortly discovered child care is truly my passion. I felt like I was a mom coming to work to take care of my own children. Parents at the day care center began communicating with me realizing that I was a natural when it came to child care and ask if I could babysit their babies and older children on the weekend. Than I bacame a nanny for twin boys for two and a half years. I had a great experience nannying. I have a 90 hour child care certificate and a Child Development Associatecertified also I'm First Aide and CPR certified.

Hi, I’m Megan! I’m a college student and student-athlete at Mount St. Mary’s University. I’m outgoing, responsible, active, and I really enjoy spending time with kids. I have several years of experience working with children as a swim instructor and swim coach at the YMCA, including working with children with developmental and physical disabilities through the Swimming with Autism program. I’m also a certified lifeguard with CPR, AED, and First Aid training. I love keeping kids active, having fun, and making sure they feel safe and comfortable. I’m excited to meet new families and be someone they can trust and depend on!

One of my passions is working with kids! I attended Montgomery college and have an associates degree in early childhood education and graduated in 2023 I have three kids, 1 set of twins as well so I do have experience with twins. Work experience with kids: Ivymount School | Potomac, Maryland ABA Instructor 09/2022 - 01/2024 • Observed client interactions with peers and adults to assess social skills development needs. • Encouraged families to become involved in their child's therapy program by providing education about ABA methods and techniques • Scheduled regular meetings with families in order to update them on their child's progress. • Assessed clients' progress in order to adjust instructional strategies as needed. • Developed an appropriate curriculum based on individual student needs. • Conducted systematic data collection, analysis, and interpretation of client behaviors. • Implemented evidence-based practices within the classroom setting. • Created visual supports such as picture schedules to help clients understand expectations.

Hello! My name is Lily, and I am currently a senior year nursing student at Towson University. I would love to help you and provide care for your family! I have gained plenty of babysitting and childcare experience throughout the past eight years. Over the past few summers, I have coached children of all ages for my neighborhood swim team. I also have lots of experience lifeguarding, treating patients as a nursing student and medical assistant, and volunteering at my local elementary school. I am CPR and BLS certified, and I also know some sign language! I am happy to send my resume along with a reference sheet. I am looking forward to hearing from you!

I’m a Compassionate Child Care Provider with 15 years of experience, nurturing and educating children ages of various ages. Designing and implementing interactive lesson plans, promoting cognitive and emotional development. Certified in CPR, First Aid and Mental First Aid Certification; with a strong focus on safety and child well-being. Patient and positive attitude with assertive communication.