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Care Member says "Overall amazing nanny! Always went above and beyond for my kiddos. Cared for us a while ago in 2019 and has left her mark in a way we’d never forget! "
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Melat J. says "Viola was amazing with our kids and even brought activities for them to do. She was punctual and communicative with us. My daughter was reluctant to have a...
Care Member says "Avryl was great with our 2 year old and baby!"
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Jessica I. says "Hannah is a date night sitter for my partner and I. What I love about her is how intelligent, funny, and responsible she is. She always arrives early,...
Kelsey G. says "Syd is absolutely phenomenal!!! She cared for all three of my children and has become apart of our family. She has one of the brightest personalities that...
Dax K. says "Five Star Nanny! Monique is always on time, always in good spirits, and a joy to be around. She gave my newborn son her undivided attention each time she was...
Lauren F. says "Shannon was a phenomenal date night babysitter for our two kids - preschool and elementary ages. She played educational games with them and made them...
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Adrienne F. says "We did not ultimately work with Lee due to scheduling difficulties, but we were very impressed with her at the interview stage. She is clearly well...
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Steve H. says "We recently interviewed Cierra for a nanny position and were very impressed with her professionalism, caring nature and just her overall demeanor. It was...
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Tim P. says "Chloe was our nanny for the first year of life of my son. She started with us when baby was about 3-4 months old and did an amazing job. She is kind, calm,...
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Stephanie Z. says "Breanne was so helpful for our family! She's responsive, responsible, friendly, and flexible. I wish she were still around our neighborhood!"
Fun Loving And Responsible Recent Masters Graduate With A Passion For Children, Tutoring & Animals.
Washington, DC
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Jeff P. says "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...
Beth C. says "I taught Nilda's son in kindergarten. It was evident by her interactions with him as well as the way in which he interacted with others that Nilda...
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Care Member says "She was punctual, kind, and approachable. Great with the kids. Will definitely hire her again and definitely recommend. "
Jill S. says "I can't say enough about Perla. She is truly a gem. She is smart, reliable, dependable, communicative, and goes above and beyond. I am a new working mama...
Child care centers in Washington, DC
The Children's House
451 7th Street Southwest Washington, DC
CommuniKids Language Immersion Preschool and Children's Language Center
4719 Wisconsin Ave. NW Washington, DC
State license verified
Erin Davis' Summer Camp
3351 Clay Pl NE Washington, DC
Amazing Grace Multicultural Education Center
1516 Kearny Street NE Washington, DC
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2,175 child care providers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $21.92/hr as of October 2025
The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.8
Recent child care reviews from local parents in Washington, DC
Child Care Providers in Washington, DC are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 732 reviews of the 2,177 listed child care providers
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FAQs for finding child care near you in Washington, DC
How much is child care near me in Washington, DC?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $21.91 per hour as of October 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in Washington, DC?
Care.com currently has 1,936 child care providers near you in Washington, DC. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Washington, DC and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Washington, DC that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Washington, DC child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Washington, DC, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Washington, DC and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Washington, DC in October, 2025?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.
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