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1,916 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
"I highly recommend Carol for baby care and night nursing! She was our night nurse the first few weeks our baby was born. Carol was so observant and attentive with our daughter and took amazing car of her. She is highly specialized in newborn care, and I’ve learned...
Lauren 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
5.0
"An absolute professional. She was willing to conduct an interview over video chat before babysitting for us and made us feel absolutely comfortable. This was the first time I’ve ever had anyone babysit my 6 & 4 year old boys so I was naturally nervous. The boys...
Care member
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, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had a great experience with Jordyn! My kids keep asking to have her back which is a great indicator of a good babysitter. She was on time, attentive, and friendly!"
Eric B.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Luz was our son's nanny from 5-9 months old. We would have continued working with her, but she had family matters to handle that required her to stay home. However, she was so good with our son. She kept him on a great schedule, introduced new foods, spoke Spanish,...
Bobby D.
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
"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...
Angeline H.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Michelena was great for after school babysitting. She was dependable and fun and my kids loved her. She got my kids from school, walked them to activities and home through busy city streets and gave them dinner."
Saharah Moon C.
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
(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 helped my wife and I out for four evenings when one of us was out of town for work. She picked up our two kids, 11 months and 3 years, from daycare, took them to the park, helped get their backpacks ready for the next day, and played with them after dinner....
Matthew B.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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
(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, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kaitlyn is a very good baby sitter. My kids love how involved she is, whatever activity they want to do she's ALL IN. My daughter wanted to make cookies one day and Kaitlyn made it happen with no warning, and they were delicious. She always cleans up after the kids...
Dawn M.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & 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
(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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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
(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: Meal prep, travel, 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
(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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eve was on time and super reliable, the kids really enjoyed her as a person and we would hire her again. Thank you Eve, for really being there for us when we needed it the most!"
Jennifer 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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"April watched my dog for a weekend and did a great job! She's very dependable and caring when it came to my dog, which was amazing! I would definitely recommend April to a friend and will be using her again! My dog misses her already! "
Julia P.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a rising senior Art History Major at the George Washington University. I have 3 years of experience caring for children and pets. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation as well. I am incredibly resourceful and love to share my creative side with young ones. I love to draw, read, and be...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great job taking care of our older dog. Thoughtful and a great communicator. Very appreciative of her last-minute help. "
Robert C.
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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 1,916 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 $19.87 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 966 reviews of the 1,916 listed babysitters.