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1,937 babysitters are listed in Washington, DC
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Washington, DC
4.9
(41)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Elaine, I am 32yo and I've been working with kids for over 10 years.
I am a newborn care specialist and I do enjoy working with kids, they are amazing.
I am responsible, dependable, patient, organized, smart, open minded, loving, caring, funny, and I am gonna treat your babies with as much love and...
Elaine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"wonderful sitter who we have used on numerous occasions - including backup care when our child was sick or daycare closed and for evenings out. Extremely responsive, punctual, and responsible. Could not recommend more highly! "
Robert M.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 41 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, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Alexis is timely and communicative and our 6-year-old loved hanging out with her!
From the moment she arrived, Alexis was warm, friendly, and professional. She had clearly read my instructions and was prepared with age-appropriate games and activities to keep my...
Ludovic E.
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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our regular nanny went out of town for a week and we didn't have any childcare. We found Jordyn and she rearranged her schedule to help out. She cared for our two children for a week, all day long! The kids loved her & she followed all our instructions. We are...
Bonnie A.
4.4
(18)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
My name is Luz. I am a bilingual nanny (English/Spanish). I have more then 20 years of experience with children from 3moths old to 6 years. I have been certified in First Aid and CPR. My main purpose is to provide love, care and safety to children. As a mother and grandmother I know how hard it is to leave your child on someone...
Luz can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Had a great interview - our needs didn't align directly so we didn't hire her, but it was clear she's great with newborns and has a lovely personality."
Sarah M.
Kamryn R.
Washington, DC
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Engaging And Empathetic Babysitter - Fostering Fun, Learning, And Laughter!
5.0
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced and caring babysitter in DC, offering occasional babysitting or consistent after-school care. With a Master's in speech-language pathology and 5 years of diverse childcare experience, I excel in meeting children's needs, including those with diverse requirements.
I create a nurturing and engaging environment,...
Kamryn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My husband and I flew to New Orleans for the Final Four in April 2022. We were hesitant to bring our four month old but had no other choice. We interviewed Kamryn a few days prior to our trip (along with a few others). After our interview and reading her reviews...
Lacey M.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have nannied for children of all ages over the years. Many of the families I have babysat for have become like families to me, and I have even had the opportunity to travel internationally to nanny. I recently moved to Massachusetts, and have been very sad to leave behind the kiddos I babysat for! I work for the Boys &...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I come from a large family and have spent lots of time babysitting my younger siblings and neighbors' kids and I have lots of experience with laundry and cooking and cleaning and housekeeping. I am able to care for children of all ages and am happy to help with homework. I do not have a car available to me.
Bridget can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"I highly recommend working with Bridget. She is respectful, professional, and extremely attentive to our daughter. Within minutes of their first meeting our daughter was already happily showing Bridget around and playing with her. We are so glad we found Bridget!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 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 date...
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
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a Catholic University student with over 4 years of regularly nannying experience and have been babysitting since 2013. I am currently living in Arlington, VA and studying in Washington DC so I am available for both NoVa and DC jobs.
In that time I have had experience with all ages, but most of my experience comes...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kaitlyn was the most reliable, trustworthy, and honest nanny we have hired. Our daughter was always laughing with Kaitlyn, and the latter had an ability to stay incredibly present in the moment, even when doing something as mundane as pushing a toy car down the...
Erin C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emma and I am a college student at American University looking for part time work as a nanny/babysitter for your family! I am CPR and First Aid certified and have worked with two families as a full time nanny (references can be provided on requests). I have been babysitting for the past 7 years and also been...
Emma can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma is great! She was on time, paid close attention to our son, and played with him for hours! Highly recommend."
Drew R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children since I was in middle school, working as a babysitter in the neighborhood I grew up in as well as working at an elementary after-school program. I have worked with children from new born to middle school age in families of up to four children, in addition to children with special needs. Outside of...
Juliana can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Juliana cared for our two girls, 2 and 5, for 2 weeks every day after school. She was great with them, gave them lots of attention and came up with creative activities to keep them occupied. She picked them up from school and walked them safely home and was...
Molly E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Liza and I am a speech pathology masters student at George Washington University. I graduated from the University of Virginia with a degree in speech communication disorders. I have babysat kids of all ages (newborn +) and have experience with a wide range of special needs (down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy...
Liza can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Liza did an excellent job taking care of our energetic 2 year old son. We will most certainly call her again when we need a date night babysitter!"
Jelena M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a junior at Georgetown University in DC. I have been working with children for most of my life, from being a primary caretaker to my many younger siblings to caring for several different families over the last 6+ years as a professional childcare provider. I have experience working with children of all ages,...
Eve can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"For about two years, Eve worked with our family as an afternoon sitter for our twin daughters and did a phenomenal job! She provided excellent care and supervision for our girls during the week, which included after school pick up, meal prep, minor cleaning, and...
Raniel H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting and working in child care since I was a freshman in high school. It is one of my passions. I've watched babies as young as one month to pre-teens as old as 13. I have AED, CPR, and First Aid certifications, a pristine driving record, and worked as a lifeguard for several years. Additionally, I love...
Avery can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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 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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Taylor and I'm originally from New Hampshire. I recently graduated from George Washington University with a Master's degree in Security Policy. I am currently looking to babysit and nanny occasionally on weekends. I began babysitting when I was 13, caring for children from the ages of 8 months to 12 years old. For...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Taylor is beyond amazing! We were lucky to have her as our full time nanny last summer for our then 1 year old. The most important characteristics for me was having someone who I could trust 100%, and Taylor is trustworthy & genuinely kind. She's a great...
Michelle S.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello families, My name is Maisa and I consider myself a patient, happy and outgoing person. I love kids and I love to work with them. I have being a babysitter since high school, I took care of kids around my neighborhood and my parent's friend's kids. Thus, I have the experience of being an Au Pair in 2015 through 2017 to a 3...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maisa did a wonderful job watching our autistic foster child. She was interactive, fun, and responsible. She followed the schedule and routines for our child. Our child loved Maisa and wanted to spend more time with her. I would highly recommend Maisa as she is...
Sanam M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I began babysitting at the age of 14 and I turn/turned 24 in June. I have watched both boys and girls from the ages of 2 months to 8 years, both long and short term. I have handled up to five children between the ages of 4 months and 7 years old at once. I love playing games, being outside, and cooking with kids. Pets are not a...
April can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"April is great with kids and they adore her, but she's more than just the "fun" sitter. She's calm and level headed, and knows how to handle any situation, from kids not wanting to go to bed to more serious situations. She's prompt, reliable, and responsible, and...
Elyssa B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 26 years old and work as a research associate in global health at the George Washington University. I am looking for date night or weekend babysitting jobs. I am available on week night from around 5pm-11 p.m. (flexible depending on where you live) and on weekends if given enough notice. I love children and am very caring...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Emma is fantastic! She's punctual, dependable and most importantly very sweet with my daughter. Emma has been helping my family for almost a year now. She took care of my daughter full time and still helps us out now that my daughter started school. She's always...
Daniela H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Washington, DC
Elaine B.
5.0
Hiring Elaine was one of the best things I've done for my family as a first time mom. She took excellent care of my son and also taught me a number of techniques that helped him sleep better. She taught him to take long daytime naps in his crib and taught him to sleep with his arms out of a...
- Sara O.
Alexis S.
5.0
Alexis did a great job helping to care for my two young boys (a 3-year-old and 7-month-old)! We hired her for a long shift (~9 hours) to help entertain and take care of both of them, along with their grandmother. Alexis was great with the kids AND grandparents. With our toddler she played games,...
- Elizabeth O.
Jordyn M.
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.
Luz G.
5.0
Had a great interview - our needs didn't align directly so we didn't hire her, but it was clear she's great with newborns and has a lovely personality.
- Sarah M.
Kamryn R.
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 expectations an communication with the...
- Angeline H.
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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 1,937 babysitters in Washington, DC on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 $19.92 per hour as of May 2024. 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 2024, 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 Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Washington, DC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 952 reviews of the 1,937 listed babysitters.