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1,940 babysitters are listed in Washington, DC
The average rate is $19/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Washington, DC
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Fatmanur. I am originally from Istanbul, Turkey, and currently live in Edgewood, DC. I speak English and Turkish. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and I recently graduated with my master's degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology. I'm the eldest child of four and I have helped raise them...
Fatmanur can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Wonderful with children. Has a lot of experience! Loves pets as well!"
Savanna B.
4.9
(41)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Elaine, I am 32yo and I've been working with kids for over 10 years.
I am a newborn care specialist and I do enjoy working with kids, they are amazing.
I am responsible, dependable, patient, organized, smart, open minded, loving, caring, funny, and I am gonna treat your babies with as much love and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Carol for baby care and night nursing! She was our night nurse the first few weeks our baby was born. Carol was so observant and attentive with our daughter and took amazing car of her. She is highly specialized in newborn care, and I’ve learned...
Lauren M.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood
Hello Everyone!
First off, thank you for taking the time to view my page! My name is Jordyn and I'm currently a recent graduate from UT Austin with my degree in Aerospace Engineering! I just moved to DC to start my career however I am currently available to continue babysitting/nannying/tutoring in the mean time.
I have been...
Jordyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jordyn was our first non-family babysitter and she made us feel comfortable leaving our baby with her. We would definitely hire her again for future date nights."
Melissa B.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 40 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
I've just completed my Master's in Physiology from Georgetown University and am studying for the MCAT with plans to apply to medical school next summer. I bring a wealth of experience, as a former college track athlete, gymnastics coach, and community coach for Girls On The Run.
I live in D. C. with my bichon...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"An absolute professional. She was willing to conduct an interview over video chat before babysitting for us and made us feel absolutely comfortable. This was the first time I’ve ever had anyone babysit my 6 & 4 year old boys so I was naturally nervous. The boys...
Care member
Kamryn R.
Washington, DC
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Engaging And Empathetic Babysitter - Fostering Fun, Learning, And Laughter!
5.0
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced and caring babysitter in DC, offering occasional babysitting or consistent after-school care. With a Master's in speech-language pathology and 5 years of diverse childcare experience, I excel in meeting children's needs, including those with diverse requirements.
I create a nurturing and engaging environment,...
Kamryn can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kamryn was a star! She immediately engaged with our two boys as soon as she walked in the door. They definitely hit it off! We felt very at ease leaving them with her (5 and 8 years old). She was prompt, responsible, warm, and caring. Besides being great with the...
Carolyn S.
4.4
(18)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
My name is Luz. I am a bilingual nanny (English/Spanish). I have more then 20 years of experience with children from 3moths old to 6 years. I have been certified in First Aid and CPR. My main purpose is to provide love, care and safety to children. As a mother and grandmother I know how hard it is to leave your child on someone...
Luz can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Luz was our son's nanny from 5-9 months old. We would have continued working with her, but she had family matters to handle that required her to stay home. However, she was so good with our son. She kept him on a great schedule, introduced new foods, spoke Spanish,...
Bobby D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting and working in child care since I was a freshman in high school. It is one of my passions. I've watched babies as young as one month to pre-teens as old as 13. I have AED, CPR, and First Aid certifications, a pristine driving record, and worked as a lifeguard for several years. Additionally, I love...
Avery can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Avery is a unicorn. Always on time, always helpful, and so incredibly nurturing. From day one, she just knew exactly what to do and how to do it. My son was 3 months old when we hired Avery and she has been with us ever since. I highly recommend her!"
Gina M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey All!
My name is Emily and I am 21 years old. I am currently a senior at The George Washington University where I study Public Health and Economics. Following graduation in the spring I will be pursuing a masters in Environmental Health Science and Policy.
I am very passionate about sustainability, overall good health and...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Taylor and I'm originally from New Hampshire. I recently graduated from George Washington University with a Master's degree in Security Policy. I am currently looking to babysit and nanny occasionally on weekends. I began babysitting when I was 13, caring for children from the ages of 8 months to 12 years old. For...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor is beyond amazing! We were lucky to have her as our full time nanny last summer for our then 1 year old. The most important characteristics for me was having someone who I could trust 100%, and Taylor is trustworthy & genuinely kind. She's a great...
Michelle S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I began babysitting at the age of 14 and I turn/turned 24 in June. I have watched both boys and girls from the ages of 2 months to 8 years, both long and short term. I have handled up to five children between the ages of 4 months and 7 years old at once. I love playing games, being outside, and cooking with kids. Pets are not a...
April can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"April is great with kids and they adore her, but she's more than just the "fun" sitter. She's calm and level headed, and knows how to handle any situation, from kids not wanting to go to bed to more serious situations. She's prompt, reliable, and responsible, and...
Elyssa B.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a rising senior Art History Major at the George Washington University. I have 3 years of experience caring for children and pets. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation as well. I am incredibly resourceful and love to share my creative side with young ones. I love to draw, read, and be...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great job taking care of our older dog. Thoughtful and a great communicator. Very appreciative of her last-minute help. "
Robert C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Red Cross Certified in CPA and young childcare. Watched children at day time and night time from ages 0-12.
Michelena can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelena is awesome with our one-year-old son. He loves playing with her and she has tons of energy to push him for hours on the swings. Highly recommend!"
Nicolette B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I come from a large family and have spent lots of time babysitting my younger siblings and neighbors' kids and I have lots of experience with laundry and cooking and cleaning and housekeeping. I am able to care for children of all ages and am happy to help with homework. I do not have a car available to me.
Bridget can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"I highly recommend working with Bridget. She is respectful, professional, and extremely attentive to our daughter. Within minutes of their first meeting our daughter was already happily showing Bridget around and playing with her. We are so glad we found Bridget!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Asena, and I'm a graduate student at American University studying Global Governance. I've been a full time nanny in the past, and have several families who would be happy to provide you with recommendations. I love kids, being outdoors, and staying active. I would be happy to provide babysitting services for date...
5.0
"Asena helped my wife and I out for four evenings when one of us was out of town for work. She picked up our two kids, 11 months and 3 years, from daycare, took them to the park, helped get their backpacks ready for the next day, and played with them after dinner....
Matthew B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a Catholic University student with over 4 years of regularly nannying experience and have been babysitting since 2013. I am currently living in Arlington, VA and studying in Washington DC so I am available for both NoVa and DC jobs.
In that time I have had experience with all ages, but most of my experience comes...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"When I first had Kaitlyn come babysit my son, I wasn't expecting much. He's an independent only child who doesn't cause much trouble, so I figured she'd mostly just be on her phone while he did his own thing. I came home and he had all these stories of the fun...
Angela O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I recently relocated to Washington, D. C. I've worked in childcare for four years. I worked as a babysitter and nanny for a few years before starting employment at an after-school program in a Seattle elementary school. I worked there for two years before moving on to work in various Seattle child care facilities.
Gloria can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Gloria was great with our kids. We would definitely hire her again."
Care member
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Julia and I am 24 years old. I am currently between roles in the non-profit sector and have some time on my hands! I have 10+ years of experience, as my sister was born when I was 13! I have babysat my whole life and love kids- at any age! I am CPR certified and love to help kids learn and thrive.
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia is responsible, friendly, smart and super engaged. Love her!"
Bridget M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emma and I am a college student at American University looking for part time work as a nanny/babysitter for your family! I am CPR and First Aid certified and have worked with two families as a full time nanny (references can be provided on requests). I have been babysitting for the past 7 years and also been...
Emma can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emma is great! She was on time, paid close attention to our son, and played with him for hours! Highly recommend."
Drew R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Elizabeth, and I am 23 years old. I am a graduate of the University of South Carolina and a current graduate student at American University. I currently live in the DMV area. I work full time for Deloitte and, but have free time in the evenings and on weekends to babysit. I have been babysitting for six years...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elizabeth has babysat our three boys for a few years, starting when our youngest was about 2 years old. My boys love her, and we trust her completely. It's so nice to see the care she took when spending time with them and I know they all had fun. She is very...
April M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a junior at Georgetown University in DC. I have been working with children for most of my life, from being a primary caretaker to my many younger siblings to caring for several different families over the last 6+ years as a professional childcare provider. I have experience working with children of all ages,...
Eve can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eve was on time and super reliable, the kids really enjoyed her as a person and we would hire her again. Thank you Eve, for really being there for us when we needed it the most!"
Jennifer S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Washington, DC
Fatmanur B.
5.0
I'm so incredibly thankful for Fatmanur. Highly recommend - warm, patient, and my kids really enjoy being with her!
- Pauline H.
Elaine B.
5.0
I highly recommend Carol for baby care and night nursing! She was our night nurse the first few weeks our baby was born. Carol was so observant and attentive with our daughter and took amazing car of her. She is highly specialized in newborn care, and I’ve learned so much from her for tips on...
- Lauren M.
Jordyn M.
5.0
Jordyn was our first non-family babysitter and she made us feel comfortable leaving our baby with her. We would definitely hire her again for future date nights.
- Melissa B.
Alexis S.
5.0
Alexis did a great job helping to care for my two young boys (a 3-year-old and 7-month-old)! We hired her for a long shift (~9 hours) to help entertain and take care of both of them, along with their grandmother. Alexis was great with the kids AND grandparents. With our toddler she played games,...
- Elizabeth O.
Kamryn R.
5.0
A true professional! Kamryn took the time prior to coming to the house to ask pertinent questions that set the tone for how dedicated she is! Our children took to her right away and she is communicative, punctual and has the right way of setting healthy expectations an communication with the...
- Angeline H.
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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 1,940 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 $19.79 per hour as of April 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 916 reviews of the 1,940 listed babysitters.