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904 babysitters are listed in Washington, DC
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of June 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Washington, DC
I hired Ashai to tend to my 2 1/2 autistic son until he turned the age of four years old. Ashai was really dependable and flexible during…
Review for Ashai N. by Andria A.
Lindsey cared for our 1 (almost 2!) year-old for around 6 months when I worked from home and we were in the midst of transition and…
Review for Lindsey H. by Sophie S.
Clarke did an outstanding job watching my little ones. She assured me they were in good hands. They are already asking me when can she…
Review for Clarke W. by Care member
Babysitters in Washington, DC
5.0
(2)
I have experience babysitting, more specifically kids that are special needs.
I'd describe my personality as energetic, bold, passionate. I like working with kids because I get to teach them really cool things and help them learn at each milestone.
I'm looking for a job that can allow me to gain more experience and to add on...
Ashai can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I hired Ashai to tend to my 2 1/2 autistic son until he turned the age of four years old. Ashai was really dependable and flexible during her time with me. Her knowledge of childcare was outstanding due to her taking prior classes dealing with kids in high-school...
Andria A.
Lindsey H.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi all, I'm Lindsey!
I am a college graduate student looking for any babysitting opportunities this summer, before I go back to get my Masters in Bioinformatics in DC! I just received my Bachelor's in Neuroscience, being on the pre-health track and am in the midst of pursuing a career in biomedical research.
I have 2...
Lindsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lindsey cared for our 1 (almost 2!) year-old for around 6 months when I worked from home and we were in the midst of transition and temporary housing in the DC area. Our son loved her (and misses her!). They spent each morning together playing either at home or at...
Sophie S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, adventurous , great listener.
I like working with kids because they really brighten up my day. When I get to work and I see my students they really just bring me a joy that can't be explained. They say the craziest things, they are very adventurous, and I love being around their high...
5.0
"Very attentive, responsible, and caring with children"
Care member
Emely R.
Washington, DC
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hello everyone!!!
I'm Emely. I am Dominican I am looking for a full time position a babysitting starting on October. I have 3+ 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 different...
Emely can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We loved having Emely as our nanny. She took great care of our son (1-2 years old), we felt they had a connection very quickly! She was very sweet with him, cooked nice and nutritious meals for him, was great at putting him down for naps! And she was always great...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Are you in need of a fun and reliable babysitter? Look no further! With 5 years of experience, I am confident in my ability to provide exceptional care for your little ones. As a babysitter, I prioritize safety while also ensuring an enjoyable and engaging environment for children. I have a natural knack for connecting with kids...
Nijaya can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Nijaya is awesome and she gives great care. She goes above and beyond. Her expertise shows in her ability to take such good care of children. I would recommend her any day…"
Care member
Sophia M.
Washington, DC
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for almost 15 years now and nannying full-time and part-time over the past five years. I studied infant and early childhood development in school and I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, early school age children, and preteens. I am great at coming up with fun, intellectual games and activities...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophia is a warm and competent care provider. My toddler felt comfortable with her very quickly. I really appreciate her helpful and flexible attitude in working with us. "
Abigail B.
Grace K.
Washington, DC
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hello! I am currently a pharmacy student at Rutgers University and luckily this semester I have time to take on a babysitting job. Being one of six kids, I've looked after children practically my whole life. Through multiple jobs, I've come to realize my love for caretaking and innate ability to connect with children. From...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grace is an amazing babysitter who is calm, responsible, kind and loving. My kids always look forward to nights when Ms Grace comes over because she is willing to play games with them, braid their hair, help with homework and make them feel special. When I come...
Julie R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Madison and I am 23 years old from Pottstown, PA. I currently reside in Georgetown, DC and work for Mashburn. I graduated from Marymount University in Arlington, VA (2020) and am currently enrolled as an MBA student. I was a member of the Lacrosse team which I have played since third grade. For the past 6 years I have...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our kiddos love Maddie! She is always a few minutes early, is creative in playing with the kids rather than just relying on the tv, and the kids are so excited when she arrives. "
Lauren B.
4.1
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
a passionate caregiver based in Washington, DC with over 20 years of experience. I currently work at a Montessori school and part-time as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). I specialize in caring for children of all ages, including those with developmental and behavioral needs. My experience includes classroom care,...
Tykisha can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Great with my children!
Ms.T is reliable, punctual & very hands on with children."
Melissa L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ana and I'm a senior at CUA! 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...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Punctual, polite, friendly - we felt reassured leaving our toddler with Adriana and would hire her again!"
Leslie M.
Hailey F.
Washington, DC
$18-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I do a lot of testing, therapy, and parent/teacher collaborative work for students with anxiety, autism, , and learning disabilities. I am passionate about improving the health of students :) . In the meantime, I am looking to find a family to work with! I love kids of all ages, and have the expertise to work with children with...
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Always on time. Flexible. Great energy. Very pleasant personality. Our little one has had lots of fun with her and has learned so much!"
Melissa J.
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, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Kevin L.
Washington, DC
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Thanks for reading! I have been a teacher at the elementary school level since 2016 with diverse experiences in coaching and tutoring for much of my life. I have coached numerous elementary and middle school level sports for both boys and girls since 2010. I've worked in an elementary school's child care center in an after...
Kevin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kevin has been great! My boys love him and he has been up for the challenge of them. He works well with finding ways to get my boys to cooperate. He plays with them and has taken my oldest to soccer when needed."
Michelle R.
Andora T.
Washington, DC
$25/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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I did a phone interview with Andora and she was very upbeat, something that I know my boys would have loved. It was such a joy chatting with her. Unfortunately, I was unable to hire her because I found someone more local but I would strongly consider her in the...
Tremecca P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name's Bella! I have an extensive background in childcare of 10+ years including babysitting, nannying and hosting and organizing a children's summer camp. I love working with kids and sharing their interests, planning activities, playing outside, and expanding our imaginations. I have a strong background in safety...
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Fantastically responsible, reliable, mature, & fun! We have known Bella for 10+ years. First as a magical young teen who ran a super fun birthday party for her much younger brother, complete with park games & homemade cake. Then as a teen & college years babysitter...
Care member
Jade S.
Washington, DC
$18/hr • 9 yrs exp
Fun Loving And Responsible Recent Masters Graduate With A Passion For Children, Tutoring & Animals.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started working with kids when I was in early high school, throughout HS and college. In college I also worked at a local MOPS group so I have worked with larger groups of small kids from all age ranges
One thing you should know about me is that I am extremely fond of both children and pets of all kinds, and I have my own...
Jade can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Highly recommend! Jade cared for our 2.5 year old every day for several months over the summer. She was dependable, punctual, kind, caring, and very easy to work with. She took the time to get to know our son and his needs and developed a relationship with him....
Jeff P.
5.0
(1)
I've had several years experiences caring for children ages 3-12 and have had experience working as a summer camp counselor for those age ranges for 3 years. I know how to keep young children's minds preoccupied and engaged to prevent them from having separation anxiety. I enjoy doing art projects and outside activities with the...
Cierra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We recently interviewed Cierra for a nanny position and were very impressed with her professionalism, caring nature and just her overall demeanor. It was an incredibly difficult decision, but we had narrowed it down to her and another finalist and unfortunately...
Steve H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a current Child Life Specialist at Children's National Hospital who works with children and families going through stressful medical experiences. I have a bachelors and masters degree in child psychology. I am looking for some extra work after my full time job! I love working with children and love to help make families...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Sophia without hesitation! Any family would be lucky to hire her and I'm so sad she is moving away! She has taken care of our 6 year old twins and 1 year old. She always plans fun activities for them, takes them outside, and helps with homework...
Heidi S.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm a former AuPair with 5+ years of childcare experience living in DC NW.
Comfortable with pets :)
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca has worked part-time with us for over 8 years. She started working with our family when our daughter was a newborn. Her schedule is very flexible, and she has traveled with us many times. Our four kids love her so much. Her demeanor is sweet, kind, and...
Vanessa S.
5.0
(3)
I am a compassionate and experienced childcare provider with a true passion for supporting children's growth and development. With 15 years of experience, I have honed my skills and developed a creative and nurturing approach to child care. I believe in providing a safe, stimulating, and loving environment where children can...
Uena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Uena was a fantastic addition to our family. She is trustworthy, accommodating and adaptable. My baby girl adored her. Her nurturing nature and reliability makes her an outstanding nanny."
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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 $21.46 per hour as of June 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 598 reviews of the 904 listed babysitters.