Babysitting
In-home care for a few hours or a full day, whenever you need a hand.
A peek at our days
Real moments from time spent with the children in my care.
I've been working with children in the Howard County area for 25 years, from newborns through teenagers. I'm dedicated to uplifting and encouraging the children in my care, as well as their families — creating a supportive community built on love, respect, and joy.
25 years with kids · CPR & First-Aid certified · 90-hour certified lead teacher · Howard County, MD
I'm Jesyka Anderson, and I've been caring for children for more than 25 years. I began by babysitting and have transitioned into many roles: preschool teacher, nanny, live-in nanny, travel childcare, and overnight newborn care. In that time I've cared for children of every age, from first-week newborns through high school.
I started working with children because I genuinely enjoy helping them learn, grow, and feel loved. Families often tell me that their children feel comfortable with me right away, and that they appreciate the patience, kindness, and consistency I bring to their care. My approach is play-based and child-led: I celebrate each child's unique spirit, nurture their self-esteem, and encourage a sense of inclusion and belonging.
When I'm not involved with childcare, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, exploring historic towns, trying new recipes, traveling, hiking, the beach, and making memories with my nieces and nephews. I also love learning new hobbies and finding creative ways to bring joy and enrichment into children's lives.
Whether you need a night out or something more, here's what I offer. Not sure what fits? Just ask.
In-home care for a few hours or a full day, whenever you need a hand.
Overnight stays so you can travel, work a night shift, or just sleep through the night.
Regular care that fits your week: full-time, part-time, or somewhere in between.
Help in the first weeks with a new baby: feeding, settling, and a calm pair of hands while you find your feet.
I take the night shift with your newborn so you can actually rest.
Light household help alongside childcare: tidying, meal prep, errands, and keeping the day running.
Childcare that travels with you, for vacations, weddings, and trips where you need an extra set of hands.
A small in-home daycare and play-based preschool, opening soon, led by a 90-hour certified lead teacher.
Join the waitlistTwenty-five years is a lot of children and a lot of different families. Here's some of what I've done, and the things I know well.
Real moments from time spent with the children in my care.
Kind words from families I've cared for.
Jesyka is an incredible caregiver and human being. She has helped me with childcare for the past two years, and from the first day she gave me immense peace of mind while I was away, was constantly sending updates on the children, and my children instantly bonded with her. She leads with kindness while enforcing the rules I set for my kids. 10/10 recommend.
We have trusted her with our children since our oldest was a newborn, and her 25+ years of childcare experience shines through in everything she does. She is creative, engaging, calm, and full of wisdom, making every moment with our children both fun and enriching while giving us complete peace of mind. We love her so much that we've even brought her along on family vacations, because her loving care helps our family create the most magical memories. We cannot recommend her highly enough.
Jesyka is an amazing babysitter! She is fun, engaging, and always comes up with creative activities that keep our child entertained and happy. We completely trust her and have always felt confident leaving our toddler in her care, even overnight. We highly recommend Jesyka to any family looking for a reliable, caring, and wonderful babysitter or nanny.
Jesyka is attentive and extremely helpful! My daughter loves her calm and caring demeanor! I would highly recommend her!
Finding someone you trust with your child is one of the hardest things a parent will ever do. We were fortunate enough to find that person over 14 years ago, and I can honestly say she has become part of our family. She lived with us when our son was born and was by our side during his birth. She helped care for him throughout his first nine months of life, and now, 14 years later, she is still the first person we call whenever we need childcare. Whether it's overnight care, helping during family weddings while we travel, or giving us the chance to enjoy a much-needed date night, she has always been there for us. She is a true nurturer—not only to our son, but to us as parents as well. She is incredibly kind, patient, and genuinely loves the children she cares for. She is an excellent cook, keeps everything neat and organized, and knows how to make kids feel safe, loved, and have fun at the same time. What sets her apart more than anything is her ability to listen. I have never met another caregiver who follows parents' wishes as carefully and respectfully as she does. She listens to every instruction, follows it to the letter, and has never done anything with our son that we weren't completely comfortable with. As parents, that level of respect and trust is priceless. One of the greatest compliments I can give her is that our son is now 14 years old, and he still genuinely looks forward to spending time with her. Their relationship has grown right alongside him, and that speaks volumes about the kind of person she is. She has been a constant source of love, support, and joy in our family's life, and we are endlessly grateful for her.
Are you a current or past family? I'd love a few words; just mention it next time we talk.
Tell me a little about your family and what you're looking for, and I'll get back to you soon.
I'll be in touch as soon as I can. For anything urgent, call or text (410) 564-6212.