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Hillary D.

Babysitter With Education (Special Ed) Background.

Washington, DC

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Travel
meal prep
I am a Special Education specialist in Washington, DC. I have years both babysitting and teaching experience, looking for part time work.
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About Maddie Grace

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there, my name is Madeleine, and I'm a responsible, caring, and energetic 24-year-old living in DC. I have always had a passion for childcare and have 8 years of experience. I was also a tutor, so if your child needs help with school, look no further! I have my own car, so transportation is covered. I first started...
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Former Teacher (Really!) And Love Kids!

Washington, DC

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
Hi! I'm Stephanie and I work for a DC non-profit, as I have just recently graduated in law school. Formerly, I was a teacher at the pediatric unit of a hospital in Washington. I am also a former elementary school teacher. I taught for three years in Las Vegas as part of the Teach For America program, one year longer than my...
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Washington, DC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Jenna! I moved to DC this past summer, originally from Arkansas. I am currently working as a part time ear piercer but am looking for a second job to fill my time. I am specifically looking into doing child/ home care because of the flexible schedule and because I'd like my other job to be something I am...
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Fun Babysitter Looking To Help While You Work!

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Drew R. says "Emma is great! She was on time, paid close attention to our son, and played with him for hours! Highly recommend."

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Washington, DC

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
As someone who has been working as a babysitter and part-time nanny since my early teens, I've found that working with children of all ages to be one of the most rewarding experiences. It can be incredibly difficult at times, but the occasional challenges and chaos are completely worth it for the happy days and sweet memories of...
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Washington, DC

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Sophia, and I'd love to tell you a little bit about myself! I am 23 years old and grew up nearby in the Maryland suburbs, so am very familiar with the area. I am currently a server at an acclaimed restaurant while also studying part time. Prior to covid, I had the privilege of traveling to a few far flung places...
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Washington, DC

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$29/hr
8 years experience
I have over 15 years of hands-on experience as both a babysitter and a part-time nanny. I've provided long-term nannying for two wonderful families over several years and have worked with a variety of families on a part-time and as-needed basis. My experience spans caring for families with up to seven children, and I'm...
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Washington, DC

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been babysitting for almost 15 years now and nannying full-time and part-time over the past five years. I studied infant and early childhood development in school and I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, early school age children, and preteens. I am great at coming up with fun, intellectual games and activities...

Abigail B. says "Sophia is a warm and competent care provider. My toddler felt comfortable with her very quickly. I really appreciate her helpful and flexible attitude in...

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Washington, DC

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi all! My name is Elizabeth (and my nickname is Billy!), and I am looking for part or full-time work. I just graduated from Wesleyan University this past spring, triple-majoring in Psychology, Education, and Science in Society. And for now, I am living with my mom in Capitol Hill. I have worked at a summer camp the past 5...
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Washington, DC

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Anna. I have worked with kids on and off for about 6 years. I have babysat one on one with families and worked in summer camps. I have worked in a camp with 2-3-year-olds and with 3-4-year-olds. I have experience independently babysitting kids as young at 9 months and as old as 10. I like working with kids because...
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Washington, DC

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Sarah and I am 25 years old I'm currently a grad student looking for part time work. My program is online and asynchronous so I have a very flexible schedule. I graduated from American University in 2022. Previously I worked as a school Administrator for a local preschool. Beyond that I also worked as a camp...
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Washington, DC

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Molly and I am a 26-year-old public health professional, living and working in the DC area. I have over 15 years experience as a part-time nanny, babysitter, and mother's helper. I am comfortable with little ones, elementary school age, and teens. I am also willing to help with meal prep and other tasks as...
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Washington, DC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Caring for children has been a meaningful part of my life for as long as I can remember. I grew up helping raise my two younger siblings and have been babysitting since I was 14, with experience from infants to 10-year-olds. I enjoy outdoor games, board games, and creative activities, and I'm comfortable caring for up to three...
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Experienced After-School Teacher, Infant /Toddler Youth Worker & Nanny

Washington, DC

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$30/hr
3 years experience
I am a recent graduate from the University of Utah with my Bachelor's Degree in Criminology & I am completing a part-time internship for the Association of Prosecuting Attorney's in D. C. this summer! Prior to moving to D. C. I was an After-School Teacher at Ensign Elementary for 3 years throughout college, working with children...
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Washington, DC

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Growing up in a home with siblings 10-12 years younger than I- I learned quickly the hard work but also joy that goes into caring for young kids. Whether that care is getting them up for school and making sure everything's ready for them (breakfast, school bag, etc) or cleaning up around the house to ensure a safe and caring...
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Washington, DC

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
I own a design business and am babysitting on an occasional, part-time basis as a fulfilling way to supplement this work. Though I'm relatively new to care. com I have a range of childcare experience, and currently substitute teach (toddler to 8th grade) at a DC day school. I enjoy working with kids of varying ages and am a...
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Experienced Nanny / Sitter Looking For Work!

Washington, DC

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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Infant/Toddler Teacher

Washington, DC

4.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 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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Experienced Caretaker

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have over 10 years of experience caring for children, ranging from infants to school-age children. I have experience with special needs children and have a background in first aid/CPR. I have been both a long-term nanny and an on-call babysitter. I am currently seeking regular part-time employment in the evenings and on...

Jill C. says "Kelsea is an incredibly warm, kind, capable and responsible caregiver. Our 10 year old son, who has some special needs, loves having Kelsea look after him....

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  • 210 part time babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.93/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated part time babysitters is 4.9

Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in Washington, DC

Part Time Babysitters in Washington, DC are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 174 reviews of the 210 listed part time babysitters

Emma K.

Emma is great! She was on time, paid close attention to our son, and played with him for hours! Highly recommend.

- Drew R.

Sophia M.

Sophia is a warm and competent care provider. My toddler felt comfortable with her very quickly. I really appreciate her helpful and...

- Abigail B.

Hannah B.

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...

- Jessica I.

FAQs for finding a part time babysitter near you in Washington, DC

You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in Washington, DC. While all babysitters on Care.com undergo an annual background check called a CareCheck, it’s best to do your own due diligence before hiring babysitters such as interviewing them, reviewing references, and running your own background check.

When a babysitter is needed part-time and you plan to work with them on a regular basis, you may want to interview a few different candidates. After setting up interviews near you in Washington, DC, you can ask each babysitter questions about their work style and experience and you can also introduce them to your children to see who they naturally click with.

How much babysitters are paid near you in Washington, DC depends on a wide variety of factors including how experienced the babysitter is, how many children require care, and the types of babysitting duties you want them to take on. Keeping all of that in mind, the average hourly rate for part-time babysitters in Washington, DC is $21.93.

If you’re looking for a part-time babysitter near you in Washington, DC, you can use Care.com to make your search easier. You can review the profiles of different part-time babysitters until you find one who has the experience you’re looking for and whose rates align with your budget.

Part-time babysitters near you in Washington, DC offer a variety of services, but most focus on providing short-term care for children. Usually you hire a part-time babysitter for one-off babysitting needs such as when you’re attending a child-free wedding or have an appointment you can’t bring your children to. Part-time babysitters can help with homework, light cooking, and keeping your child entertained while you’re out of the house.

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