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904 babysitters are listed in Washington, DC
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Washington, DC
Jordyn was our first non-family babysitter and she made us feel comfortable leaving our baby with her. We would definitely hire her again…
Review for Jordyn M. by Melissa B.
Alexis was punctual, professional, and very friendly and kind. My two boys very much enjoyed having her babysit!
Review for Alexis S. by Care member
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…
Review for Kamryn R. by Angeline H.
Babysitters in Washington, DC
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, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(13)
Hired by 48 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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Alexis was punctual, professional, and very friendly and kind. My two boys very much enjoyed having her babysit!"
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kamryn! I'm a speech-language pathologist and experienced childcare provider in Washington, D.
Safety and professionalism are my top priorities. I am fully COVID-19 vaccinated, CPR & First Aid certified, and have a clean driving record.
Kamryn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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...
Angeline H.
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Dear parents, I have been working with children for over eight years as a paid babysitter and part-time nanny. I have worked as an assistant teacher at a French immersion preschool and also as an assistant in RIE parent-infant classes. I am always inspired by the inherent creativity and spontaneity of children. I completed my BA...
Isabel can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We feel very lucky to have found Isabel. Our daughter adores her and looks forward to their time together. Isabel is a professional...she is punctual, pays attention, cares about what they do and eat together, and she's always up for new adventures. I trust her...
Eileen S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat children of all ages. I am attentive, responsible, and caring. I will take great care of your family!
Ryan Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ryan is a responsible young lady with a kind heart. She clearly enjoys being with children . "
Denise F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Avery can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an easy going, fun loving, hardworking person, and I love working with people (especially kids). My love for children and education led me to becoming a school psychologist. In my spare time I enjoy doing yoga, reading, exploring the outdoors, and traveling. I have training in parent-child interaction therapy, cognitive...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Samantha was extremely professional, punctual and formed a great bond with our son while caring for him. As a first timer taking sitting services, I was apprehensive about trusting my son with anyone. Samantha really helped put our anxieties to rest."
Priya A.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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
(3)
Hired by 6 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...
5.0
"Asena is experienced, reliable, engaging and adaptable. She communicates clearly. The kids had a good day with her and they engaged in a variety of activities inside and outside the home. Definitely plan to hire her again."
Albert B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Quinn, I'm a fresh university graduate who has just moved the the DC Area. I am an excellent tutor and love making learning fun. I am a great chef and baker, good at making healthy recipes and getting kids engaged with learning to cook and bake. I can also manage any cleaning or housework necessary.
Quinn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Quinn was amazing with my 12 year old son. She was punctual and polite. I was in town for a conference and she took him around town, to the pool and to the beach. In addition she taught him some ocean facts and was a great sitter. He thoroughly enjoyed his time...
Kafi L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
have lots of experience babysitting/nannying for kids ranging between 3 months and 13 years old. If helpful, I would love to connect you with a few of my references who can share about my time babysitting for their families. I am confident they can confirm that I am patient, reliable, and, most importantly, I both enjoy and am...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! my name is Gaelle, I am a 25-year-old professional. I have been babysitting for about 5 years and have experience working with kids at camps, as well as schools. In addition, I have younger siblings who are significantly younger than I am, and I am used to babysitting them. I very much enjoy working with children and...
Gaelle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She was so great with my kids. She's very nice, gets the job done and also very crafty!"
Marsha P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate of American University in Washington, DC and am currently working a full time job in the city. With the spare time that I have I would like to help any families that need child-care services!
As a friendly, positive, quick-learning, health-loving, bi-lingual aspiring helper, I would love to spend my...
Shaanti can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Shaanti is great! She was with us for a couple of months but if she wasn't moving away we would've loved to have her longer! She interacts with my children very well and her communication is great. Our family wish her the best of luck."
Candy S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for over 10 years and I consider it a true joy. During one of my summers in college, I worked as a camp counselor for nine weeks. It was a sleep away camp for boys and girls ages 4 to 11 with direct access to the beach, so I have experience working with a broad range of age groups and I am well...
Kathryn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Babysitter and tutor, experienced with children of all ages. 5+ years of teaching and camp counselor experience with middle and high school-aged children.
Maggie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maggie worked for me in a community health setting for 1+ years. She worked in a case manager capacity for some very vulnerable patients and went above and beyond to make sure their needs were met. She is incredibly thoughtful, kind, and responsible. Any family...
Megan M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Strategy Manager at Accenture (taking a leave of absence from work) and former Wharton MBA student, born and raised in Prince George's County, Maryland. I have experience caring little ones ages 4 weeks old to 7 years old and I'll share a few examples here: I served as a paid babysitter for the entirety of the school year...
Erica can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Erica was awesome! She asked for me to send her the schedule ahead of time which helped make the walk-through go faster. She seemed genuinely excited to meet our son and play with him. Erika checked on him several times after he fell asleep. I would definitely ask...
Megan K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
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...
Richette can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"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 capable and kind while we attended events in city far from home. The two evenings Ricky watched her were the...
Erika H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am formerly a teacher and now am primarily looking for errands and odd jobs! I've been in the DMV for the past 11 years, but am originally from Pittsburgh. Currently, I live with my partner and dog and have my own car. I have plenty of child care experience and work in mental health now. I am also very comfortable with...
Dianne can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Dianne was our in person teacher this year for our 4 and 6 year olds. We had a pod with two other families. She kept the 5 kids engaged and excited about learning through a difficult year. She was always on time and extremely professional. We adore her and could...
Emily P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lauren and I work at a water and sanitation non-profit in Denver. I am looking for work outside of office hours and have always loved working with children! My experience includes working at my university's child care center, babysitting for 10+ years, and growing up with young cousins. As a Peace Corps...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren has been an amazing sitter for my two children (3 & 6). She was the first non-family member to care for them and was amazingly accommodating and patient with the transition (as much with me as with the kids!). She's very energetic, responsible, playful but...
Cassandra C.
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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 904 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 $21.48 per hour as of May 2025. 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 2025, 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 613 reviews of the 904 listed babysitters.