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Thiruvasie M.

The Nurturer

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am confident you will find that my unwavering commitment to education, excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, solid instructional methods and hands on experience will be a positive asset. As a well-rounded teacher and caregiver, I have had the chance to teach a diverse group of students and children both in South...

Sharon P. says "Sindy was amazing with our kids! She was a huge help with all sorts of things like getting kids to/from school and activities, meals, shopping, getting...

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Nakya L.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello families! My name is Nakya, and I bring over 10 years of hands-on childcare experience along with my Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in both infants/toddlers and preschool. I'm also certified in CPR and First Aid, ensuring your little one's safety is always my top priority. Currently, I'm a toddler teacher at...

Annise W. says "Easy going, punctual and knowledgeable. She was very helpful in caring for my 2 year old son while I worked and I would hire her again and again!"

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Miriam H.

House Manager, Cook, Organizer, Nanny

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a warm, well-educated, patient and capable woman with 15+ years of solid child care and house management experience. After a successful career in publishing (children's book designer, illustrator, award-winning writer and editor), I became a full-time nanny during the recession. Having worked since 2009 as a nanny I am now...

Mary D. says "We adore Mimi! She helped in a pinch when we needed last minute care. She was amazing with our 9 month old son. She's a great communicator, very attentive,...

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Christy L.

Full-Time Caregiver

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
My name is Christy and I have spent the past 25 years as an educational aide, personal nanny and babysitter, teaching and caring for children of all ages. I have provided exceptional care to children of all ages in the safety of their homes, at my personal residence, and within the early childhood education setting. Through my...

Jimmie L. says "Christy has taken excellent care of my twins from the age of four months old until the age of 18 months old. She is very experienced with babies and...

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Marciala Q.

Responsible, Creative, And Dependable Sitter.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Marciala I have been professionally nannying for around 5 years. Working with children ages newborn to 11 years old. Being a nanny is not something I see as a job but something I truly love and feel called to do. I am certified in infant and adult first aid and CPR. I bring a calm, reassuring yet energetic presence...

Care Member says "Marciala was wonderful! Showed up on time, followed instructions to a tee, and clearly created such a fun environment for my son. She babysat for 1.5...

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Hannah B.

Infant/Toddler Teacher

Washington, DC

4.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been working in childcare since I was a teenager. I was a neighborhood sitter at 13 & daycare teacher from 17-20. I began nannying part time for 1 child (age 2) when I was in college and decided to do this long term! My most recent family was a family of 6 (ages 6, 4, 2, and a dog). And prior to them I was a live in au...

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,...

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Aviva P.

Gifted Care Provider!!!

Washington, DC

4.5(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have an organic talent for effectively working with all types of people. I love human nature and my open-mindedness, combined with my impeccable interpersonal skills, enables me to interact with people from "all walks of life". I specifically have extensive experience in working with children in multiple capacities (i. e., as...

Christine C. says "Aviva worked for our family as a summer nanny caring for my two kids, ages 5 and 7. She was very energetic and creative with the kids and they always...

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Kayla J.

Washington, DC

4.6(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have worked in child care for quite some time. Initially starting as a volunteer at a daycare, I then worked as an assistant in that same daycare. Years later, I worked in a group home and in the youth department in a mental health facility. My experience has been with newborn babies through young adults.

Care Member says "Kayla was sweet and engaged with our baby boy and arrived on time!"

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Amiyah M.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I truly believe that children are the real teachers of the world, and as someone who loves to learn, love, and share, I feel as if I was born to work with children! Growing up in the South, I've been able to grow in, and truly gain an appreciation for what some call the "smaller" things in life, but I like to refer to them as...

Care Member says "Amiyah was great with my son, lots of walks love and outside time. He enjoyed his time :)"

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Madeline B.

Work Hard, Play Harder

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I pride myself on being reliable, punctual, and flexible. I am committed to promoting physical, mental, and emotional development in partnership with parents. CPR, AED, First Aid certified and equipped with a driver's license to provide reliable and flexible assistance to any family seeking a helping hand in their home.

Care Member says "Maddie has been heaven sent. My son loves her! And she’s so knowledgeable, I feel so comfortable knowing he’s safe and sound with her. "

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Queen W.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Hello! My name is Queen. I am a recent college graduate majoring in conflict analysis & resolution, CPR certified, love kids, and am willing to help you not only with your children but with any "tech" in your home haha. Before college, I volunteered as a teaching assistant for 4 years (kindergarten-3rd grade). I have 6 years...

Care Member says "Queen is great! She is always on time, great at communicating, follows schedule to the second. She is just over all wonderful and reliable. She will not...

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Maria R.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience
I would describe myself as a communicative, open-minded, happy, friendly, supportive, polite and creative nanny. At the same time I am a very responsible, hard-working and reliable person. I am ready to provide security and be a friend to your children, so we can enjoy many different activities. I am a person you can trust. I...

Rosa R. says "Maria is honest very responsible.. I had a very nice experience working with her , took care of my 2 children she was lovely with then playful with them...

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Lucy M.

Experienced Part-Time Nanny

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! I live in Southwest DC and bring over 8 years of childcare experience prioritizing families' safety, happiness, and creative expression; as a nanny (ages 0-12), swim instructor (ages 5-9), and assistant teacher (ages 0-2 & 3-5). I also have 6 years of experience as an EMT and firefighter (certifications lapsed in 2024...

Ginger H. says "We are so glad we found Lucy! We wish our time with her was longer. She was easy to work with and took great care of our 3 year old. She was attentive and...

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Brittney M.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Brittney. I have experience with all age groups. My most recent experience was as a live in nanny watching a 4yr old girl and 8yr old boy. I was responsible for laundry, light housework, meals, working with the 4yr old on pre-k work at home and pickup/drop off of the 8yr. I have also watched twin 3yr old girls 3 nights a...

Kelly D. says "My 3 year old daughter loved her. She was very easygoing and made us feel very comfortable leaving our daughter in her care. She gave us updates throughout...

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Morgan S.

Nanny/Baby Sitter | NW DC | Howard Univ. Senior | Driver's License

Washington, DC

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm Morgan, a senior at Howard University majoring in Supply Chain Management (Logistics) with a minor in Community Development, based in NW DC. I love creating calm, happy afternoons for little ones--playground time, simple meals, warm baths, and a peaceful wind-down. I've supported early learners in several settings: in...
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Mary L.

Washington, DC

from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
As an aunt to 15 nieces and nephews, I have spent extensive time with children, from infants to teenagers. I began babysitting when I was 14, assisting families of three to seven children, have worked as a summer nanny for three consecutive summers and as a regular babysitter for multiple families of different sizes and...
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Adrianna C.

Energetic Babysitter For All Ages! (:

Washington, DC

from
$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Adrianna! I have experience with being a in-home nanny as well as babysitting in DC, and can get references! I also have worked as a substitute in a YMCA nursery in Maryland, as well as in their classrooms working with children up to 4 years old! This job included also included caring for babies who were just a...
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Alyssa Z.

Washington, DC

from
$34/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
10 years of childcare experience! 5 years of being a private, in-home nanny & house manager. + 3. 5 years of being an energetic & creative 'boy mom'! • CPR & First-Aid Certified • I have a drivers license and a 2024 vehicle • Endless references • I love sustainable-living, caring for one another, good weather, nutritious...
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Kathryn G.

Energetic And Caring Nanny

Washington, DC

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, hello! My name is Katie and I have been working with kids for about 10 years! I started as a babysitter for a kiddo who has autism when I was 15 and from there, I was hooked! I continued through high school and university, took extensive coursework in childhood education, and completed three years of research in family...
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Madeline V.

Best Nanny

Washington, DC

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, I am currently 24 years old and have been working with children for the past 10 years. I am a very reliable, fun and patient person who has worked with children ages ranging from 3 months- 14 years. I am looking for a part time nannying position and am willing to do some light house work and run errands when needed. My...
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  • 65 in home nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.66/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated in home nannies is 4.5

Recent in home nanny reviews from local parents in Washington, DC

In Home Nannies in Washington, DC are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 69 reviews of the 65 listed in home nannies

Thiruvasie M.

Sindy was amazing with our kids! She was a huge help with all sorts of things like getting kids to/from school and activities, meals,...

- Sharon P.

Nakya L.

Easy going, punctual and knowledgeable. She was very helpful in caring for my 2 year old son while I worked and I would hire her again and...

- Annise W.

Miriam H.

We adore Mimi! She helped in a pinch when we needed last minute care. She was amazing with our 9 month old son. She's a great communicator,...

- Mary D.

FAQs for finding an in-home nanny near you in Washington, DC

The average going rate for in-home nannies on Care.com in Washington, DC is $23.66 per hour. That being said, how much an in-home nanny charges can vary due to factors like their years of experience and your location.

Not sure how to hire a nanny? It’s easy to find an in-home nanny with Care.com. There are currently 65 in Washington, DC in-home nannies you can review on Care.com. To find an in-home nanny, you can search for nannies and compare their profiles by hourly pay rate and experience. You can also read in-home nanny reviews from other families.

All live-in nannies offer different services. Some may be more than happy to help with homework or to do some light housekeeping or cooking. You can ask them about what responsibilities they’re willing to tackle when you interview them.

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