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Elizabeth H.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! I have been babysitting since I was 12 and have had several nanny jobs through the years. I live in Navy Yard with my husband and pup, Gus. I work part-time from home as an interior design assistant. My previous nanny jobs were for a family here of 1 child from 6 weeks for a year full-time and another family's 3 children,...

Jill H. says "Elizabeth was a very responsible and reliable nanny. She was professional, bonded well with our 1 year old daughter, and had a very strong work ethic. She...

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Karla B.

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
Hello Families! My name is Karla. I live in DC. I have 5+years experience as a nanny. I am CPR/First Aid/Infant Certified. I have excellent references and can provide upon request.
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Maraena A.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am a young professional living in DC with extensive childcare experience, and I thoroughly enjoy working with children. I have taken care of children of all ages, ranging from infants to teenagers, over the past 10+ years. I work full-time in public education and am looking for part-time childcare opportunities in the evenings...

Ira A. says "I was impressed by Maraena's qualifications and professionalism. She's definitely worthy of your consideration."

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Rhena B.

Washington, DC

from
$35/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am mother of 8years old , 40yo, Filipino, single mother and leaving alone here. My daughters lives n the Philippines. I am currently working as a CNA with patient has Alzheimer's and lost her vision. I have 4 years experienced as a nanny. Before I went to nursing school. I am hardworking, easy going, like played with kids,...
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Amanda B.

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting since I was 14 and went to college in Baltimore but currently live and work in Washington DC! I work three days in office and 2 from home at my 9-5 but I am looking for something in the evening. I would be happy to come to you if you're around the DC area. Repeat or on time jobs please let me know!
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Melissa W.

Caring And Fun Sitter

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have been working in Childcare for nearly 4 years on and off (due to school). I have worked with children from ages 0-12, but have the most experience with children ages 2-12. Since I have been living in DC I have nannied for a family with in an Infant (3 months-9), two toddlers, and two school age kids. I am available to work...

Mona Q. says "Melissa has been a regular sitter for our toddler for a year now. She's always on time, a great communicator, and our toddler thinks she is the most fun...

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Maria E.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi, I am Valentina! I have over 5 years of experience working with children from ages 5 months to 11 years old. I lived with a family for 1. 5 years, taking care of their baby girl everyday from the time she was 5 months to almost 2 years old (and their beautiful, big dog!). In September it will be two years of working with my...

Care Member says "Valentina has worked with us for nearly 2 years and is AMAZING. Our 2 boys (ages 5 and 2) absolutely love her — she always has creative ideas for art...

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Alexandra H.

Washington, DC

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
As a pediatric intensive care nurse with over a decade of experience between nursing and childcare, I've decided to pursue a change of scenery by working with healthy children as nanny . My previous babysitting roles were incredibly positive and solidified my desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. Patient and...
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Chantay G.

Nanny/Babysitter

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
15 years experience
Light cleaning
With over 10 years experience in the childcare field I feel that I have gained excellent childcare experience with children of all ages. I have a strong knowledge of early child development milestones and supportive strategies for children. I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their...
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Sheila K.

Above Average Nanny

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
I am Sheila. A single mother of three amazing adult daughters that I have raised single handedly. I live with my two youngest daughters in NE/DC and our two wonderful pet family members. I have a degree in child development/psychology and continue to educate myself on the whole development of children. I have had the privilege...

Care Member says "Sheila worked for us for nearly 2 years from when our child was 4 months old until they started school. Sheila was absolutely fantastic and an...

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Lisa F.

Full Time RN, Part Time Babysitter!

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I'm a transplant from NY. Currently living in Navy Yard. I'm an RN/Teacher No Covid contact and fully vaccinated + booster with availability on week nights and weekends, and even weekdays/overnights depending on the day. I can help with cooking, cleaning, homework, bedtime, even transportation to and from activities I have car....

Jenny C. says "Lisa is an absolute joy. Her warmth, care and attention are beyond measure. She was the first person I left my 6 week old with (and remained so until he...

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Samantha T.

Washington, DC

from
$30/hr
Hi, my name is Samantha! I have been working in the insurance industry for the past 3 years, and am currently living in DC. I've taken care of and taught children ranging from elementary school kids to high schoolers. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions, or if you think I'd be a good fit for you and your...
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Myra M.

Washington, DC

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I have lived in the area since the summer of 2023. Being the eldest of 3 and the eldest of 16 grandchildren, it's naturally instilled in my nature to care for those younger than me with the most respectful and attentive manners. This being said, I have over 12 years of experience in caretaking and tutoring children. I most...
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Emily H.

Experienced Nanny / Sitter Looking For Work!

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Emily, I'm 24, and I grew up in Maine. I graduated from Notre Dame in 2022 and spent the past two years teaching in South Dakota. I just began my first semester of 1L at Georgetown Law. I have extensive sitting and nannying experience beginning at age 14. have experience ages ranging from6-month-old infants...
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Kidist H.

Fun, Caring, Reliable Nanny/Babysitter

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Kidist! I am a rising college senior attending Howard University. I have been babysitting/nannying for families professionally for four years now and have been a primary caretaker for my siblings for as long as I can remember. I am the oldest of 4, two sisters aged 8 and 12 and two brothers aged 4 and 1....
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Prapawee A.

Part-time Babysitter

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello dear families! Currently, I'm a live in nanny. I've been taking care of the little girl who is now 3 years old since she was a baby (2 months old). I prepare meal for her, help her shower, dress her, go to museum, parks, library and so much more. I was a teacher assistant at kids language center for 2 years , so I have...
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Rebecca R.

Nanny, Babysitter, And Friend Of Little Ones

Washington, DC

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$35/hr
9 years experience
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Rebecca. I am looking to get my nanny/babysitting fill, I just love kiddos. Something part-time or one time recurring fill ins. I am very flexible and live near meridian hill in D. C, so looking for something close by. I have a year and a half's experience of being a professional and full time (combined) nanny for two...
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Mariama S. D.

Caring Sitter With Great Sense Of Humor

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I have over 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am a recent graduate from the University of Notre Dame with a degree in Master of Global Affairs and a specialization in Global Health. I currently live in DC. Prior to coming to Notre Dame, I worked as a Public Health Officer...

Care Member says "Mariana was great with my 7 month old son"

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Haren S.

Experienced Babysitter With A Soft Spot For Children! Their Creativity Inspires Me.

Washington, DC

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there!! My name is Haren , I am 35 years old, and I obtained my Bachelor's in Criminology & Criminal Justice in 2012 from the University of Maryland, where I took several courses on Early Childhood Development. My goal is to attend law school in the future, but childcare has always been effortless for me. I have 15+ years of...
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Maria Del Mar H.

Experienced, Loving And Fun Nanny Looking For Part Time

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
Hi Families! I'm from Colombia. I consider myself a responsible, friendly, loving, and fun person. I've been working with children since I was 15, caring for my nephews, cousins, and sister. I've also been involved in guiding Christmas activities at my church and worked as a teacher's assistant at a daycare. Additionally, I...

Care Member says "Maria has been a wonderful babysitter for my two kids (baby and toddler) for 3 years as they have been growing up. She is a calm presence and knows how...

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  • 107 live-in nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.90/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated live-in nannies is 4.7

Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in Washington, DC

Live-in Nannies in Washington, DC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 68 reviews of the 107 listed live-in nannies

Elizabeth H.

Elizabeth was a very responsible and reliable nanny. She was professional, bonded well with our 1 year old daughter, and had a very strong...

- Jill H.

Maraena A.

I was impressed by Maraena's qualifications and professionalism. She's definitely worthy of your consideration.

- Ira A.

Melissa W.

Melissa has been a regular sitter for our toddler for a year now. She's always on time, a great communicator, and our toddler thinks she is...

- Mona Q.

FAQs for finding a live-in nanny in Washington, DC

The cost of a live-in nanny varies greatly depending on factors like their years of experience and your location. The average rate for live-in nannies on Care.com near you in Washington, DC is $23.90 per hour.

Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 107 in Washington, DC. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare profiles by hourly pay rate and experience. You also have the ability to read reviews from other families.

All live-in nannies offer different services, like helping with homework or light housekeeping, so it’s important to ask them about what responsibilities they’re willing to take on when you interview them. The responsibilities you want them to commit to can greatly impact the cost of a live-in nanny. You can compare 107 live-in nanny profiles near you to get an idea of what responsibilities they feel comfortable tackling.

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