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413 after school babysitters are listed in Washington, DC
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Washington, DC
I'm a nurturing and responsible college student who naturally grew into the role of caregiver as the eldest daughter in my family. I've spent years helping raise and care for younger siblings and cousins, everything from diaper duty to helping with homework to managing meltdowns. Through that, I've learned patience, creativity,...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! Currently, I am a second grade teacher in FCPS. I have been teaching for 4+ years and love it! I had the opportunity to nanny last summer and I am looking for a wonderful family to nanny for this summer as well!
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I have worked with children, ages ranging from preschool to high school, in various capacities. I have been a dance instructor, camp counselor, and Sunday school teacher over the past 8 years. I am happy to help with housekeeping, laundry, errands, and schoolwork.
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
As a recent NYU grad, I'm looking to explore a new passion of mine: kids! I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old and love to spending time helping kids learn, create, and have fun. Though I was a business major, I took several classes in child development, specifically regarding children and media influence. I am a...
Marirose can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lila G.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Lila. I'm looking for a nanny job. I am a student at AmericanU, but I'm taking the semester off until classes resume in-person. I live near campus and have access to a car.
I have experience with kids from babies to 13 years. My most recent nanny position was in Seattle over quarantine from May to August caring...
Lila can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Brenda B.
Washington, DC
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
I recently graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Human Development and Family Science and finished an Americorps Program in Indianapolis! I am back home saving up for graduate school and building community within Northwest Indiana again, and am excited to start my journey as a caretaker. Although I have had no prior...
Brenda can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Jesalynn J.
Washington, DC
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Jesalynn and I am a part time college student at Howard University! I have 2 years of experience taking care a child. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Baby- sitting, and Laundry. I enjoy expressing my kindness and energetic personality to everyone while ensuring my duties are completed.
Jesalynn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Hi there! I am so excited to match your child's light and energy. I am a full-time young professional and proud aunt of a 2-year-old and 5-year-old. I have also babysat through the years and have been a full-time summer nanny. I am very familiar with hiking trails and covid friendly activities in the area and have a well behaved...
Audrey can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a fun loving and reliable caregiver with tons of experience. I have a background in early childhood education and have been babysitting since I was in middle school. I have also taught pre-school and been an au pair in Germany twice (once for a family of 6 and the second time for a family of 3!) so I am very...
Justine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
I've babysat children since I was in high school, and have always loved spending time playing, dancing, cooking, and reading. I have worked as a tutor for students with learning disabilities and on the autism spectrum, and as a tutor for high school students throughout college. I am a certified Yoga instructor, and love bringing...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Diamond and I'm a senior at Bowie State University. I love working with children and have babysat since I was 15 years old. For two years I was a Dedicated aide for special needs students at Creative Minds International Public Charter School and I am currently a Teacher's assistant for second grade. This...
Diamond can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Archae F.
Washington, DC
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mom of three and animal enthusiasts! Ive done it all from live in nanny to dog sitting. With 10 years experience in house management and secretarial work. Ive mentored with a doula for 3years and tutored kids as old as 17years. Im a jack of all trades and can help in anyway possible!
Hello! My name is Yaquelin, I am 19 years old. Currently I am finishing up an Medical Assistant program, in which I will be graduating October! I am CPR certified. I have always loved working with children. I have experience babysitting for about 4-5 years. I started mainly freshman year in high school. However I have always...
Yaquelin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! I'm former Au Pair + 10 years of experience caring from children, from infants to teenagers. I have plenty of experience caring from newborns/infants and I love helping with their development. I love teach through art activities and go to different places, explore museums, libraries, playgrounds, plan play dates and I'm...
Rafaella can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rafaella is very nice person, with good personality, very kind, responsible, dependable, creative and very playful with our grand kids! She is always ready to play with kids, she is happy person , very energetic. Kids loved her!!"
Lozena L.
Kelsey S.
Washington, DC
$18-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kelsey. I am 28 years old and am new to the DC/DMV area. I am currently a fourth grade teacher in Capitol Hill. I recently graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and finished my masters in education policy. I did my undergrad at Marquette University and am a certified teacher in the state of Wisconsin &...
Kelsey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kelsey is absolutely wonderful with our daughter! Highly recommended!"
Katherine V.
5.0
(1)
My name is Devon and I am originally from Denver. I am 26 years old and hold a Bachelors of Science in Architecture and Design from ASU. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and a nanny since I was 16. I have experience as a summer camp science teacher as well. I absolutely love working with kids and like to consider myself a...
5.0
"I am writing to strongly recommend Devon M., who is a gem of a nanny and babysitter. Devon watched my 4 children between the ages of a baby through 9 years old during the years we lived in Maryland. She is caring and friendly to our children, creative with her...
Alana L.
Hi! My name is Saira, and I have over five years of childcare experience with children of all ages, from newborns to school-aged. During college, I cared for two sisters (ages 3 and 6 when I started) for over two years, providing 30 hours of weekly support, including school pick-ups, meal preparation, and light housekeeping. I...
Saira can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings! I am currently entering my 2nd year of teaching elementary art. I previously taught 3 years of elementary special education. Prior to teaching in public schools I taught preschool (ages 3-4) at Kinder care Learning Centers. Before teaching, I was a nanny for two children ages 3 and 4 with autism. Sports, music, dance,...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maria is responsible, caring, considerate and creative when working with children. She was fantastic with our daughter!"
Divesh G.
Lindsey H.
Washington, DC
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi all, I'm Lindsey!
I am a college graduate student looking for any babysitting opportunities this summer, before I go back to get my Masters in Bioinformatics in DC! I just received my Bachelor's in Neuroscience, being on the pre-health track and am in the midst of pursuing a career in biomedical research.
I have 2...
Lindsey can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lindsey was great - this being my first time hiring someone on care.com I didn't know what to expect but she was on time, friendly, and instantly made me feel at ease. My son enjoyed his time with her so much he asked if she could come back! Would definitely hire...
Mike J.
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a freelance theater maker based in DC, with a passion for supporting young people. I have a long standing experience in education after working at Saint James School in Hagerstown, MD for three years as an 8th and 10th grade English Teacher, Dorm Master, and Drama teacher, and Theater Director. During college I served as an...
Charlotte can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Washington, DC
Rafaella L.
5.0
Rafaella is very nice person, with good personality, very kind, responsible, dependable, creative and very playful with our grand kids! She is always ready to play with kids, she is happy person , very energetic. Kids loved her!!
- Lozena L.
Kelsey S.
5.0
Kelsey is absolutely wonderful with our daughter! Highly recommended!
- Katherine V.
Devon M.
5.0
I am writing to strongly recommend Devon M., who is a gem of a nanny and babysitter. Devon watched my 4 children between the ages of a baby through 9 years old during the years we lived in Maryland. She is caring and friendly to our children, creative with her activities, and we fully trust her...
- Alana L.
Maria R.
5.0
Maria is responsible, caring, considerate and creative when working with children. She was fantastic with our daughter!
- Divesh G.
Lindsey H.
5.0
Lindsey cared for our 1 (almost 2!) year-old for around 6 months when I worked from home and we were in the midst of transition and temporary housing in the DC area. Our son loved her (and misses her!). They spent each morning together playing either at home or at local playgrounds. She was a good...
- Sophie S.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Washington, DC
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Washington, DC?
You can review 413 after school babysitter profiles near you in Washington, DC to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Washington, DC?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Washington, DC is $20.85. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Washington, DC?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Washington, DC on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Washington, DC to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Washington, DC can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Washington, DC?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Washington, DC.
Ratings for Washington, DC after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
After School Babysitters in Washington, DC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 165 reviews of the 413 listed after school babysitters.