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Josie F.

Babysitter And Pet Care Provider

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
My name is Josie, and I am 20 years old. I have been babysitting and providing cat care for local families for 6 years. I have experience with children ranging from infancy to 9 years of age. In addition, I worked as a counselor at a French immersion camp for children for 3 summers between 2015 and 2018. My responsibilities...
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Babysitter/Nanny (Flexible)

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Gabby! I'm a recent Master's graduate, currently living and working in DC (I telework most days until 6pm). I'm looking for recurring or one-time jobs after work or on the weekends. I've been a babysitter since I was about 15. I was also a full-time nanny for a couple of summers during college. I am CPR certified and...
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Babysitter, Pet-sitter, House Cleaner

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm looking for part time work. I'm available evenings during the week and have open availability for the weekends. I can even assist with over nights if needed! I have had tons of babysitting opportunities just within my family alone having 40 first cousins and being one of the oldest. Outside of family, I have...
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Nanny + Babysitter (part-time)

Washington, DC

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$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have been babysitting for over 10 years, along with nannying over summer break for the past 3 years. I have experience with children of all needs and ages, and would be happy to help as much as I can with my flexible schedule.
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Occasional Babysitter On Weekends/Weekday Evenings

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
Craft assistance
I've cared for a 5-year-old child with special needs, played with him, made sure his afternoon was full of activities, etc. I am very reliable and trustworthy and I love children. I absolutely love arts and crafts and would be willing to provide projects for children while babysitting. Fun fact: I am obsessed with all things...
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Very Experienced Babysitter Who Loves Kids.

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting and taking care of kids for 10 years for a variety of families and situations. Anywhere from 1-6 kids at a time, ranging from infants to middle schoolers. I love kids and believe that an important part of childhood is being active and healthy, as well as providing structured and fun down time. I have a...
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Experienced Babysitter With Summer Availability

Washington, DC

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I'm Lidya. I have 5+ years of experience as a sitter and nanny for kids ranging from 11 months to 13 years old, up to 3 kids at a time. I also have experience preparing meals, handling school commutes, tutoring, and doing light house work. I'm available weekdays before 10 a.m. and after 6 p.m. (occasional flexibility if...
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Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Looking For Work!

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
8 years experience
I have babysat children from ages 6 months to 13 years old although I do have experience with children under 6 months (from daycare work). I have watched single children as well as twins and quadruplets and have done days, evenings, and overnights. I have cooked meals for children as well as helped maintain cleanliness in house....
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Friendly Babysitter, Errand Runner, And House Keeper!

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Kennedy and I recently graduated high school. In addition to babysitting I am open to light cleaning, cooking, and running errands. I have babysat throughout high school. I have run tennis camps with children ages 4-12 for two years and have taught swim lessons to children ages 2-12. In addition, I have worked as...
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Bubbly Babysitter Eager To Help You Out!

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
Hi everyone! My name is Talia, and I recently graduated from Howard University earning a B. S. in psychology with a minor in music! I am also a newly retired Division 1 lacrosse player. Most of my extracurricular activities involve working with children, such as coaching lacrosse and working with Grassroots Health, where I...
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Alicia - Energetic, Responsible, And Cooperative Babysitter With 2 Years Of Experience.

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Alicia, and I am a junior studying at American University. I have been babysitting for almost two years, caring for children ages 2-12. My responsibility, active communication with parents, and cooperative nature allows me to offer excellent childcare services. Extra info. - Fluent in Spanish - Majoring in...
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Part Time Babysitter Available- BROOKLYN

Washington, DC

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I started babysitting with my older sister when I was in the seventh grade, and continued on my own, usually babysitting 1-2 nights per week for various families in my neighborhood throughout my high school career. I worked as a nanny one summer for a family on my block (3 children, ages 5, 6, and 9)- I was responsible for...
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Experienced Babysitter And Tutor Available For Weeknight, Weekend, And Summer Jobs!

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Drew and I am a 3rd Grade teacher in DCPS Schools. I have a BA in Elementary Education and MA in Teaching English as a Second Language. I have lived in the Washington, D. C. for the past 8 years and have spent my past summers nannying, teaching, and interning at various non-profits. I am available for to tutor and...
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Occasional/Weekend Babysitter

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! I am a young professional working in global health and I am looking for occasional/date night/weekend babysitting jobs. I currently live in Capitol Hill/Navy Yard and have lived in DC for 10 years. I have had a lot of experience with kids between a few months old to 12 years old. In addition to babysitting, I also...
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Babysitter/nanny

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello my name is Angel and I am a mom of 4 one already finished college(I have twins whom are 23 and two other children 17 and 11 and half. I'm also a gma . I am a fun loving outgoing person who loves to smile and enjoy life. I have a very bright attitude and have worked in a daycare many years ago in the infant and toddler room...
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Babysitter / Nanny

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Morgan, I am 21 years old and I've been babysitting since I was in high school, mostly with infants and toddlers. I graduated from UT Austin and currently resided in DC. I'm happy to video call or talk over the phone if you want to know more about me. Looking forward to hearing from you!
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Babysitter, Nanny, Or Online-school Tutor!

Washington, DC

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$14/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Eliyana, and I am a 3rd year psychology major at UCSB. I have lots of experience babysitting kids with ages ranging from 6mo-12yrs. As a former camp counselor, I also know how to entertain kids while keeping a close eye on them. I am an excellent swimmer, and I love doing outdoor activities with kids. While I can...
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Babysitter, Tutor, Pet Sitter!

Washington, DC

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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Yael, and I am a college graduate from Franklin and Marshall College and an intern on the Hill. I have been babysitting/nannying for 10 years, and I have never loved a job more! I love forming deep connections with kids and showing them how much they matter to the world. I love crafts, science experiments,...
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Part Time Babysitter!

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am a member of the Brown University Women's Basketball team who is now out of season and has lots more free time. I am graduating this May with my degree in Health and Human Biology.
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Creative & Caring Babysitter/Nanny With 5+ Years Of Experience

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I am super excited about the chance to help your little ones! I've been working with kids for over 5 years, and I truly love it. Whether I'm babysitting, teaching, or working as a camp counselor, I always aim to create a safe, fun and creative environment. I am a huge fan or arts and crafts, and I love cooking and baking...
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  • The average post rate is $21.48/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Washington, DC:

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 910 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.

The average rate for Washington, DC babysitters on Care.com is $21.48 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.

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.

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