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Raquel C.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
My name is Raquel, and I have recently moved to Virginia after having grown up in Maryland. I am a recent graduate from University of Maryland, College Park and will be working as Speech Language Pathologist Assistant in the school system this fall. I have been babysitting/nannying for almost 8 years and have experience with...

Care Member says "We have used Raquel as our dog sitter and walker for the past year and she’s the best! She’s very caring and willing to keep up with even the highest...

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Maria T.

Full Time Babysitter

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been taking care of children for 3 years now. I can transport from one place to other. I am a non-smoker and I am comfortable with pets. I am bilingual.

George M. says "Maria assisted me during the week my wife was out of town. Assisted with transfers into and out of bed. Her professionalism and safety conscious attitude...

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Richette R.

Part - Time Babysitter

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
Hi I'm 28 years old. I have always loved taking care of kids especially babies. I have a lot of childcare experience with kids from 0 - 13 years of age. I also have experience with multiples. My most recent childcare consist of taking care of a 5-year-old boy, 4-year-old girl, 2-year-old girl and a 8-month-old girl. I was with...

Erika H. says "Ricky was amazing at every stage of the process. Our four year old absolutely loved her and it gave us piece of mind to leave our daughter with someone so...

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Shamel S.

Full-Time or Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am a caring, energetic, and highly organized caregiver with over 20 years of full-time and part-time live-out nanny experience. I am passionate about helping children grow into confident, curious, and kind individuals, and I take great pride in supporting families in providing a nurturing, structured, and joyful environment. I...

Rosie H. says "Shamel's doing a terrific job with all 4 of my kids - a 4 year old, 2.5 year old, and 9 month old twins. She's always on time, and the kids love spending...

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Emily K.

Active And Well-Rounded Babysitter

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Emily and I currently work 40 hours a week. My hours are 630am-(330-430pm). Sometimes it just depends on the day, but I am never there past 430 p.m. I have both a bachelors and master degree and also played both field hockey and lacrosse in college. In my free time I spend time with my dog, hanging with friends,...

Nicholas B. says "Looking for a fun and reliable Babysitter? Search no further as I highly recommend Emily! I know that your children will love her as much as mine have...

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Samara S.

Babysitter And Pet-Sitter

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I was born and raised in Arlington, and am a recent M. Ed graduate of GMU. I am a seasoned nanny in the area and am available for weekend help and occasional weekdays. Very pet-friendly! Hope to hear from you soon!

Elenor H. says "Samara helped us this summer with transportation and occasional sits. She was a great sitter and our daughters loved her."

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Avery W.

Positive And Energetic Babysitter For Hire!

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi there! I'm Avery. I've been providing part-time child care for nearly 10 years and have a passion for working with and caring for infants, from newborn to 24 months. I have AED, CPR, and First Aid certifications and a pristine driving record; and I hold a Care. com background check and a federal security clearance. I would...

Gina M. says "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...

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Raquel L.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hello my name is Raquel I am 44 years old, I've been living in Alexandria Va for more than 25 years. I was born in Bolivia. Emigrated to the United States when I was 19 years old. I became a Us citizen three years ago and I feel very grateful for it. I consider myself very patience, clean & tidy, take my job and responsibilities...

Maria L. says "Raquel has the patience of an Angel. She is amazing with kids, and even with dogs. She is caring, punctual, organized, clean, and reliable. She is easy to...

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Sosorburam G.

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am the mom of a beautiful 13-year-old girl and I am happy to take care of your little ones as well. I have 2 years of babysitting experience. I am available as needed for special occasions. I am a very trustworthy person and you can be sure that your child will be in good hands. I enjoy taking the kids outside to play at the...

Sarah C. says "Our young son had a wonderful time with Soko. She was fully engaged with him- they read books together, did blocks, pretend play, and crafts the entire...

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Lisa M.

Amazing Experienced Mother Of 3!

District Heights, MD

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I have raised three kids (all of grown ages). I have started babysitting at the age of 14 with my grandmother for 2 years. I also take care of other family members' and friends' kids. I have a passion for kids and I want to continue caring for kids because that's what I have a passion for.

Ryan C. says "I'm so glad we found Ms. Lisa! She is so considerate and responsive with my little girl. I would hire her 100 more times."

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Cynthia S.

Clinton, MD

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
I started my college internship teaching children ages 2-4. I have been working as a teacher the past 3 yrs teaching children in a private academy from ages 2- 8th grade. So I have been instructing children and caring for them of all ages. I have several nieces & nephews whom I've cared for through the years, and I am a 3 rd...

Nicole B. says "Cynthia did a GREAT job! She's punctual, very dependable and we will definitely hire her again. Especially since we interviewed and hired her with such...

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Jackie M.

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have worked with a wide range of kids, as I am a substitute for Arlington County Public Schools and have been for 3 years. I have babysat for neighbors, relatives and a lot of families on Sittercity. I had a nanny gig for about 6 months last year and it was great! I loved the kids and still remain in touch with them. I took a...

Elizabeth G. says "Jackie has babysat for us several times, and is always excellent. She replies to emails or text messages very quickly, has always been on time, and my...

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Kiyah H.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi. I'm Kiyah. I'm currently an Instructional Coach within Metropolitan's Public and Charter Schools. I love my job and making a positive impact on the youth drives my spirit, but my love for children is beyond school's walls. I have hosted a plethora of outreach, educational and sports programs. My experience lies in...

Kamil S. says "Kiyah is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! We feel so lucky that she decided to be a mentor/tutor/support system/enthusiastic player of endless hide and seek games for...

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Rehana K.

Alexandria, VA

4.1(1)
from
$10/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 24 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
I am Rehana with an experience of almost 9 years I am in Woodbridge VA and I am CPR certified, Covid-19 Vaccinated and currently looking for a job. Due to Covid-19, I am taking precautions seriously as I'm wearing mask, social distancing, meeting less people as possible on daily basis, sanitizing regularly, taking care of...

Care Member says "Loved Rehana! Well, Rehana was only with us for a short period of time. I learned to trust her immediately with my daughter. Not only was she very...

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Jeimy D.

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I am a loving, reliable, honest and trustworthy nanny who loves children and I have experience as a care giver 10+ years with new born, toddlers and twins also have my own transportation and have CPR training certificate and a clean driving record.

Care Member says "Jeimy worked with our family for over two years. She took care of my twins starting at just three months old and treated them like her own. Jeimy’s...

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Mina D.

Hi There!

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hey there! I'm Mina, a private housekeeper with over four years of experience in light cooking, deep cleaning, and organization. I value flexibility and tailor my services to fit each client's needs. I'm committed to creating clean and comfortable spaces because I believe a tidy environment can really boost your quality of...

Care Member says "Mina did an amazing job with helping us get organized from closets, arts and crafts, all the way to the pantry. Thank you Mina! Looking forward to...

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Dulce Maria P.

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Falls Church, VA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
4 years experience
Hello dear families, I'm looking for a full-time position. I have 4 years of childcare experience. I'm highly experienced with newborns, infants and toddlers. Patience and dedication are the qualities that I highlighted when it comes to caring for children. I'd describe my personality as a cheerful, outgoing and with a lot of...

Care Member says "Excellent care for my children, great communication between us, she is professional and understands my needs as a mom. "

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Tradicia J.

Nanny/ Babysitter

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
I enjoy working with and caring for children! I have had the privilege of working and caring for kindergarten age children for the past 10+ years. Prior to this I worked with a before and after school program, supervising groups on 20 or more children and implementing age appropriate activities to keep them engaged. In the past...

Care Member says "Tradicia was our full-time nanny for 8 months for our toddler. She became a valuable asset to our family, maintaining our son’s routine and bringing a...

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Damyanti M.

Babysitter Available In Danbury CT And Keene NH Area

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have been a babysitter since I was 13 years old and have experience with children of all ages including infancy. I have experience working at schools in a variety of settings and levels as well. I'm a very creative person and enjoy arts and crafts as I was previously a preschool teacher. I'm also willing to help kids with...

Wesley G. says "Mom writing from Dad's account Dom is a very capable and polite young professional. Our 17 month old responded immediately to her during the interview....

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Katherine E.

Capitol Heights, MD

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Nurturing young minds is truly my passion, sparked by years of positive babysitting experiences and a deep desire to positively impact children's lives. My three years of childcare experience have equipped me with the skills to provide engaging and attentive care. I hold a college degree and have completed coursework in Early...

Raquelle D. says "Kathy cared for my 19 month old son and 2.5 year old nephew. She was always on time and most importantly, the kids loved her! She was very kind to the...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.21/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Oxon Hill, MD

Babysitters in Oxon Hill, MD are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Raquel C.

We have used Raquel as our dog sitter and walker for the past year and she’s the best! She’s very caring and willing to keep up with even...

- Care member

Maria T.

Maria assisted me during the week my wife was out of town. Assisted with transfers into and out of bed. Her professionalism and safety...

- George M.

Richette R.

Ricky was amazing at every stage of the process. Our four year old absolutely loved her and it gave us piece of mind to leave our daughter...

- Erika H.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in Oxon Hill, MD

The average rate for babysitters in Oxon Hill, MD on Care.com is $24.21 per hour as of December 2025. Rates can vary depending on the babysitter’s experience, the ages of your children, and the types of responsibilities you need help with. Duties like preparing meals, handling bedtime routines, caring for infants, or supervising multiple children may influence the overall rate. Many families also find that evening, weekend, or last-minute care can be priced differently. For a broader look at typical pricing, you can explore how much babysitters cost and use the Care.com cost calculator to help estimate your total expenses.

Finding a babysitter in Oxon Hill, MD often starts with asking people you trust, such as friends, relatives, or neighbors, for recommendations. Many families also look in local parenting groups or community forums where other parents share their experiences. On Care.com, you can browse 14 babysitters in Oxon Hill, MD, each with information about their background, availability, and reviews from nearby families. Taking time to compare profiles and understand each sitter’s experience, age-group comfort, and approach to childcare can help you find someone who fits your family’s routine and expectations.

Babysitters in Oxon Hill, MD offer a range of services to support different family schedules and childcare needs. Many caregivers focus on afternoon routines, including after-school sitters who help with pick-ups, homework, and evening transitions. Families who need extended coverage can look for overnight sitters who stay through the night and assist with bedtime care. You can also find sitters who specialize in caring for infants, such as infant babysitters experienced with feeding, naps, and developmental routines. Many babysitters are available for weekend help or general childcare, and some can take on tutoring responsibilities if your child needs academic support. Reviewing each sitter’s profile can help you understand their experience, availability, and the types of care they are most comfortable providing.

When choosing a babysitter in Oxon Hill, it’s helpful to consider their experience, comfort with your child’s age group, and familiarity with common childcare duties. Many families look for babysitters who communicate clearly, arrive on time, and have positive reviews from other parents. It can also be useful to understand the typical responsibilities of a babysitter so you know what to expect during each visit. For a broader sense of the qualities families value most, you can explore what makes a good babysitter, especially if you’re hiring someone for infants, bedtime routines, or after-school care.

Babysitters typically provide occasional or part-time care, such as evenings, weekends, or short-term help when parents are away. Nannies usually work more consistent hours and may take on additional responsibilities like planning activities, helping with children’s schedules, or supporting daily routines. Understanding the differences can help you decide which type of caregiver best fits your family’s needs in Oxon Hill.

How early you should book a babysitter depends on when and how long you need care. For busy times like weekends, holidays, or evenings, it can help to reach out several days in advance. If you need ongoing or recurring help, contacting sitters ahead of time gives you more options and allows you to schedule interviews and meet-and-greets. For last-minute care, many babysitters in Oxon Hill offer flexible or same-day availability.

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