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1,950 babysitters are listed in Washington, DC
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Washington, DC
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 20 years old and have been a caregiver for 3 years; worked with mostly elderly (in-home and facilities). I have been watching/babysitting kids for about 8 years. I have a big family so Ive watched all ages, including infants. I drive, I graduated highschool a year early. I love what I do, its not about the money. You have...
Ka'lani can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kalani is amazing. She is very sweet and caring which is something that a good caregiver needs within themselves. She's exceptional with kids and caring for the elderly or just caring for anyone in general. She always goes the extra mile to make sure her tasks are...
BreAna N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Leah I am 18 years old and I have been babysitting for about 7 years now. Babysitting is one of my favorite things to do! I have experience with newborn babies to 9 and 10-year-olds. I am skilled in caring for all different ages and personalities of children. I am also experienced in sitting for children with special...
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our family loves Leah! She is dependable and punctual and great with active boys! She also did a great job helping with homework! "
Melody B.
Caroline N.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a George Washington student looking to work with children in my downtime--for the past five years, I've worked as a classroom assistant at a literacy-based summer camp, and I have seven years of babysitting and nannying experience! Personally, I'm creative, fun-loving, and organized, and I would be more than happy to...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Caroline was amazing! Got right down to it and played with the kids. She was on time, engaged, dilligent, and just awesome to be around. Will definitely use her again!"
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Estefany F.
Washington, DC
$18-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello everyone!
I'm Estefany, I am looking for a full time or part time position as a nanny, nanny share, caregiver or babysitting. I have 6+ years experience babysitting children of all ages. I am a responsible, loving, hard worker, friendly, respectful person. I love the kids and I like to share time with them. I like to do...
Estefany can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Estefany is an excellent person. She loves the kids. She is very friendly, loving, responsible, patient, flexible. She loves to take care of kids."
Yohana V.
Camila R.
Washington, DC
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have experience babysitting for as long as I can remember! It's something that comes naturally, through my love of kids and enjoying life. I've worked in schools, and with special needs children as well. I'll help with homework, and I'm a big advocate of extra-curriculares and staying active! I'm here to help your family...
Camila can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I worked with Camila R couples years ago as a babysitter. She babysit my kid when he was 2 years twice a week for the entire summer and she was a joy to work with.
Camila consistently arrived at our home on time, ready to engage with my kid with a smile on. She's...
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Andora T.
Washington, DC
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm an energetic, kind, creative out going and extremely responsible babysitter. I have 14 years experience working with children with disabilities and behavioral problems, as well as multiple children varying from 0-10 years of age in the same setting. I have overnight experience with newborns.
I am a native of the DC that has...
Andora can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Andora goes above and beyond to care for our five y/o and infant. Her situational awareness is unmatched by any caregiver we've had so far. She intuitively picks up on the stresses of the parents and suggests ways she may be of help based on her assessment of the...
Omar C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Fully vaccinated and covid conscious!
I started as a mother's helper when I was in middle school and have been babysitting for years. I pride myself in always finding fun ways to get kids away from screens and embrace their creative side. I played soccer as a kid and danced for 16 years so love to be active and enjoy park...
Adira can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Emerson D.
Washington, DC
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emerson , I am currently a Howard student. I love children and have been playing and caring with them for half a decade. I've never had a negative experience in my babysitting career. And I love animals! Please contact me to learn more. Excited to help you and your family!
I'd describe my personality as funny,...
5.0
"We were in town visiting family and Emerson was punctual and communicative while watching my infant son and pre-K niece. Would recommend if looking for a sitter for date night, etc."
Sarah T.
Abigail M.
Washington, DC
$28-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Emotionally Intelligent Professional With 15+ Years Of Childcare Experience
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have had many different babysitting jobs in the past, some of which were long-term commitments and others just a Saturday night out for a family friend. The ages I have cared for ranges have been anywhere from newborn to 16 years. I worked at a daycare center as a substitute and worked with all of the different age ranges...
Abigail can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Abby is a fantastic babysitter for our son! She is reliable, creative, thoughtful, and terrific! We use her regularly, and recommend her highly."
Doug U.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Miranda and I have cared for kids between the ages of 7 months old to 15 years old, from single moms to large families I'm here for you! I reside in Park View in the DC area and can commute further with proper compensation. I love to incorporate music, crafts and reading when I play with kids. I love the...
Miranda can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Miranda helped out caring for our 7 month old for two days while our nanny was away. She was on time, learned our son's rhythm and routine quickly, and was so responsive to our son's needs. Even while our son was overtired and teething, and not his usual easy-going...
Erika T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ana and I'm a junior I have 5+ years of babysitting experience and I love kids and pets. I have been certified in Advanced Childcare (which includes CPR and AED) and have 4 younger siblings myself who I love spending time with when I'm home from school. In my free time I like to bake, read books, go to the beach,...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Punctual, polite, friendly - we felt reassured leaving our toddler with Adriana and would hire her again!"
Leslie M.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Takirra. I have 10+ years of babysitting and caregiving. Not only is education important to me, but so is arts & crafts! I am reliable, patient, empathetic, and last but not least... FUN! I have obtained my Bachelors in Criminal Justice and a Masters in Counseling Psychology! With me, your children will receive...
5.0
"Takirra is polite and professional. She is attentive to the children and great for event nights! Takirra responds quickly and gathers necessary details. Takirra works well young children."
Imani C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lakshmi ! I am an artist and law student. I have experience babysitting, tutoring, and small group teaching. Friends and parents have described me as calm, thoughtful, patient, and creative.
I currently have class from 2-7 p.m. Monday through Thursday. My schedule is perfect for anyone looking for a date night...
Lakshmi can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I've known Lakshmi for well over a decade at this point. She's responsible, intuitive, and cares about the quality of her work. She's also great w/ my two year old! We were really thankful to have the extra set of hands."
Kristina R.
Amelia W.
Washington, DC
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am Amelia and I am a sophomore at University. I am studying Classical Music and am involved in a number of outreach programs such as playing at the University. I have been babysitting children from 3 months to 11 years for the past 7 years. I love taking care and playing with children of all ages.
Amelia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Was great with my twin daughters, lovely young woman; I left her alone with them for two long days and she had nothing but good reports; my girls really liked her, too"
Miriam F.
Aleah D.
Washington, DC
$15-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Absolutely Love Children And Babies. I'm CPR And First Aid Certified
4.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Aleah. Let me start by saying I am a great babysitter and the fact that I love babies and children makes babysitting an easy task for me.
Over the past 7 years I have babysat for multiple families whether weekend work, date night, errands, etc... I have experience with newborns up to the age of 12+. I have...
Aleah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Aleah is impressive and responsible, communicative and reliable. She looks after our two daughter (9 & 7) from time to time and we recommend her highly."
Gregory C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Mary and I currently live in Washington DC and work as a pre-k teacher for DC public schools. Before getting my Masters in Education I worked as a full time nanny for a family for a year and a half. I am looking for occasional babysitting jobs. I love doing various activities with the children I watch...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary is great! From the moment she first spoke to our kids, I knew she was going to work out. Our kids love her. She's fun, kind, and dependable. "
Tiffany P.
Sarah M.
Washington, DC
$20-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Experienced Childcare Professional Available As Part-Time Or Full-Time Nanny
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children for over 15 years in a variety of positions including as a nanny, summer camp director, tutor, and both as an assistant teacher and the after-school director for a Washington DC area Montessori school. I have worked with all ages, from infant to teenager. I also have experience with multiples, large...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"It was such a pleasure working with Sarah! She babysat for us while we were in town for a family wedding. Despite our crazy schedule, Sarah was super flexible, dependable, and great with our son. Would highly recommend her!"
Sarita M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a 3rd grade teacher at Greenbelt Elementary School in Maryland. I live in Washington D. C. I have been babysitting kids from infants to 12 years old. I have my own car (clean driving record), do not smoke, and adore animals. I am willing to change diapers, help/check homework with the kids, drive kids around, etc....
Mackenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Mackenzie has been amazing. She has been everything we've ever wanted in a babysitter. Our daughter loves her (she even got her to sleep - wow!) and they had a really great time. I will continue to hire her as long as she's around!"
Sarah R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently living in Washington, D. C.. I am looking for a babysitting job, and can provide references and my availability further in detail if interested. I look forward to hearing from you!
Breanne can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Breanne was so helpful for our family! She's responsive, responsible, friendly, and flexible. I wish she were still around our neighborhood!"
Stephanie Z.
Stefani R.
Washington, DC
$40-52/hr • 5 yrs exp
Full- Time. Nanny . (Different Age. ENGLISH- ITALIAN- SPANISH)
5.0
(2)
Hello !!! I have more than 6 years experiences working as a nanny in Washington DC. I love kids and spend time with them, and I have experiences with newborns and bigger kids. I have watched babies from 4 weeks - 7 years.
-Experience in hotel babysitting - 24 hours babysitting - Travel babysitting and full weekends...
Stefani can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Stefani watched our 5 month old daughter multiple times and is very dependable. Our daughter loves spending time with Stefani. Stefani is always very caring towards our daughter. Stefani is great and I highly recommend her."
Jessica G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Washington, DC
Ka'lani H.
5.0
Kalani is amazing. She is very sweet and caring which is something that a good caregiver needs within themselves. She's exceptional with kids and caring for the elderly or just caring for anyone in general. She always goes the extra mile to make sure her tasks are executed and her clients are well...
- BreAna N.
Leah T.
5.0
Our family loves Leah! She is dependable and punctual and great with active boys! She also did a great job helping with homework!
- Melody B.
Caroline N.
5.0
Caroline was amazing! Got right down to it and played with the kids. She was on time, engaged, dilligent, and just awesome to be around. Will definitely use her again!
- Care member
Estefany F.
5.0
Estefany is an excellent person. She loves the kids. She is very friendly, loving, responsible, patient, flexible. She loves to take care of kids.
- Yohana V.
Camila R.
5.0
I worked with Camila R couples years ago as a babysitter. She babysit my kid when he was 2 years twice a week for the entire summer and she was a joy to work with.
Camila consistently arrived at our home on time, ready to engage with my kid with a smile on. She's very kind, fun and intelligent, she...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Washington, DC:
How can I find a Washington babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Washington, DC can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 1,950 babysitters in Washington, DC on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Washington, DC?
The average rate for Washington, DC babysitters on Care.com is $19.80 per hour as of May 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Washington, DC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Washington, DC through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Washington, DC babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Washington, DC are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 918 reviews of the 1,950 listed babysitters.