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99 weekend nannies are listed in Washington, DC
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby weekend nannies is 7 years
Weekend nannies in Washington, DC
Jessica D.
Washington, DC
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Jess! I am 28 years old with over 10 years of childcare experience. I have been both a short-term and long-term nanny, with a lot of infant/newborn experience. I love working with kids of all ages, am comfortable with pets, and have experience tutoring children in reading/writing!
I like working with kids because...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Felicia W.
Washington, DC
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I am a energetic caretaker and educator with a passion for kids and helping them grow. I am a returned Peace Corps Volunteer where I worked as an educator and youth development specialist. I also have extensive experience as a camp counselor, tutor, special needs aide, nursing assistant, and just your average neighborhood...
Felicia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
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 was an enormous help to my family. Our girls took to her immediately and she provided us with the peace of mind that our girls were in capable hands. She is easy to get along with and inspires confidence."
Michelle C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Children are my passion! I will be going into my 4th year teaching. I am currently teaching in DC as a middle teacher. I previously worked as a 5th grade teacher at Friends School of Baltimore. I have experience with ages 6 weeks-5 years old from previous positions in daycare facilities like The Goddard School of Canton. I have...
Qualani can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Qualani did a great job connecting with my daughter within the first 30 minutes. She was on time and kept open communication when necessary. I will definitely continue to use Qualani for future sitting services!"
Jamella W.
Hi there, my name is Liz and I'm ready to be your new childcare provider! I'm CPR/First Aid certified and have lots of experience- babysitting, camp counselor, swim instructor, lifeguard, nanny, and now proud aunt. I bring maturity, responsibility and dedication but also spirited energy and fun to everything I do. I like working...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Very caring and extremely responsible! 100% recommend "
Care member
Hello Family,
My name is Chichi and I am interested in helping you manage your adorable little children who would love a nanny who can sing nursery rhymes, go for walks and talk about their favorite shows. One of my happiest moments was working with triplet boys, and assisted them with making lunch and snacks, reading, and play...
Chioneso can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Isabella. I'm an environmental attorney from Oregon. I moved here for a new position in wildlife policy. I'd love to babysit on the weekends or for date nights during the week. I'm an active bike commuter, living in Georgetown.
I was a nanny for over 5 years. I worked on a daily basis and even traveled to Japan and...
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Isabella is AWESOME!!!!! We had quite a few sitters now and our daughter keeps saying Isabella is her favorite. We travel for work so our daughter is sad she doesn't get to play with Isabella, and as parents we're also sad because she was so great and we knew our...
Michael F.
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.
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I am Erika, a newborn care provider with over 6+ years of experience with infants.
I started my career in childcare as a volunteer in a daycare center in Brazil for children from 0 to 4 years old. Then I came to the US in 2018, and I was an au pair for two years. After that, I started working as a nanny, and then as a...
Erika can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emma B.
Washington, DC
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dedicated Childcare Worker With Over 10 Years Of Experience.
Hi! I'm Emma. I currently work as an educational aide at an elementary school in DC where I support special education students in their classes to achieve their personal goals. I worked as a nanny for a family of 4 in high school and worked as a caregiver for children with various disabilities in college. I also have experience...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children in a professional capacity for over 10 years. I am a licensed elementary educator in DC with teaching experience in grades 1-3. After teaching, I was an elementary school vice principal for two years before moving into my current role as a reading specialist for a charter network in DC. I was a...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Becca is a fantastic sitter! This was my first time booking someone formally and someone who was new to my family. Becca is warm, kind, responsive, and connected so very well with our preschooler. She was ready to engage him right away to build his trust. Becca...
Jennifer H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Karen, I'm 29 years old, I'm from El Salvador and my first language is Spanish. I came to the USA as an AuPair back in 2015. I was trained in NYC with an AuPair agency before my program started. I finished my program successfully after two years back in 2017. I am now a US resident, and I've been working as a full...
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Karen is the warmest and loveliest person! She loves our kids like her own and we never have to worry when they're in her care. She has become a part of our family and we couldn't live without her. She is thoughtful and kind and firm with them when she needs to be....
Stephanie M.
I currently take care of two children M, 9 years old, and Z, 6. My job consists of taking them to school, picking them up, taking them to activities, preparing dinner and lunchboxes, bathing them and putting them to sleep. I have been working with them for almost two years now. Before I lived in Texas and I took care of 3 girls...
Micaela can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Katherine B.
Washington, DC
$30/hr • 15 yrs exp
Graduate Student Seeking 15-20 Hours Of Babysitting/nannying Per Week!
Hi! I have 15+ years of experience with infants through 13-year-olds. I'm warm and nurturing, and genuinely love children. I provide a fun and safe environment where kids can be kids!
I'm in graduate school for clinical mental health counseling, and am seeking 15-20 hours of babysitting Monday-Friday. Am also available for...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Children are fun to be with. I have been around them all my life, I have many years experience working with children of all ages. I help parents bring up their children in the right way, positively and in a healthy environment. You can learn from them at the same time you are teaching them which makes me hard working, fun...
Mamy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She's excellent and she's very personable, she's hardworking and diligent and she knows what she's doing.
(To listen to a recording of this interview, click on the References tab above.)"
Care.com M.
Sarah F.
Washington, DC
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Sarah and I am 34 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and was also a nanny for a few years back home in California until I moved to New York for college when I was 20 and again when I went back home for a couple of years. I also taught Sunday School at my church from the time I was 16 until I...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Christina R.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Fun Summer Nanny (or Occasional Help) With Lots Of Experience!
Hi, my name is Christina and I have been nannying and babysitting for over 7 years. I also work in a church nursery every Sunday morning. I am a nursing student at Belmont University, but I am home in DC for the summer and would love to help your family! I am CPR and BLS certified, I received my CNA license in high school, and...
Christina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Tamara M.
Washington, DC
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Currently a stay at home Mom of a 9-month-old and 3-year-old. Looking for a part/time job on the weekend in the Wake Forest/Raleigh area. Experienced in taking care of children since the age of 12. Hold a Master's degree in Biotechnology previously worked in Manufacturing.
Alexis M.
Washington, DC
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I just moved to DC and looking for a little side job.
I work in real estate as my 9-5 but I want to babysit on the weekends or for date night.
I have been babysitting since I was 14.
Have lots of references if you wanna ask.
Looking forward to be hearing from you.
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Amy E.
Washington, DC
$20-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
DC Babysitter - Mount Pleasant - Zoo Excursions - Kung Fu Lessons
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
Looking for short-term help, a Mount Pleasant-based babysitter, or an experienced caregiver for fun weekend or get-out-of-the-house outings? I'm Amy! I teach kung fu, love to hike rock creek park, and love taking kids to the zoo! (And more!)
I'm comfortable with all ages. I have cared for/coached kids of all stripes,...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amy babysat my toddler several times. She was sweet, patient and fun and my son enjoyed being with her. I highly recommend her and would not hesitate to call her again."
Paola B.
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Washington, DC
Maisa D.
5.0
Maisa was our nanny the entire time we lived in DC. She was with our daughter from 6 weeks old. She is so consistent, communicative, and a joy to be around. With her help, our daughter exceeded all of her developmental goals and was even working on a second language. I cannot imagine a better...
- Madeline C.
Qualani F.
5.0
She's great! So calm and composed with our wild 1 & 3 yr old boys.
- Greg R.
Elizabeth A.
5.0
Very caring and extremely responsible! 100% recommend
- Care member
Isabella L.
5.0
Isabella is AWESOME!!!!! We had quite a few sitters now and our daughter keeps saying Isabella is her favorite. We travel for work so our daughter is sad she doesn't get to play with Isabella, and as parents we're also sad because she was so great and we knew our daughter had great childcare while...
- Michael F.
Asena J.
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.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Washington, DC
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Washington, DC?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Washington, DC, you can search through 99 weekend nanny profiles to learn more about their hourly rates and to check out reviews from families who worked with them in the past.
How much does it cost to hire a weekend nanny near me in Washington, DC?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Washington, DC depends on a few factors. To start, it will cost much more to hire a nanny for a whole weekend than to hire one for a few hours, so it can be helpful to plan your budget around how much care you need for a weekend—especially if you want them to spend the night. Rates can vary due to factors like their years of experience and where you live, but typically weekend nanny rates near you are $21.03 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Washington, DC?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Washington, DC, about their availability to make sure they can work the hours you need. Then, it’s a good idea to ask about their experience and how they would handle certain situations—such as resolving a fight between siblings. It can also be a good idea to ask them if they have any references you can contact.
What types of responsibilities do weekend nannies near me in Washington, DC take on?
When you hire a nanny on weekends, you can ask them to tackle a variety of different responsibilities. Alongside taking care of your children, they may be willing to help with cooking or light housework (like doing the kids’ laundry). Asking what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on is another great topic to bring up in an interview. You can review 99 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Washington, DC to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Washington, DC?
All weekend nannies near you in Washington, DC found on Care.com are asked to complete a CareCheck, which is an annual background check. Their profile will have a badge on it that states if they completed this background check and when they completed it. However, we strongly advise you take your own steps to safely hire a weekend nanny, such as doing your own independent background check and requesting references from other families they worked with.
Ratings for Washington, DC weekend nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Weekend Nannies in Washington, DC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 73 reviews of the 99 listed weekend nannies.