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Find babysitters in Washington, DC that you’ll love
909 babysitters are listed in Washington, DC
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Washington, DC
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our regular nanny went out of town for a week and we didn't have any childcare. We found Jordyn and she rearranged her schedule to help out. She cared for our two children for a week, all day long! The kids loved her & she followed all our instructions. We are...
Bonnie A.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 48 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: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kamryn! I'm a speech-language pathologist and experienced childcare provider in Washington, D.
Safety and professionalism are my top priorities. I am fully COVID-19 vaccinated, CPR & First Aid certified, and have a clean driving record.
Kamryn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
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
(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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat children of all ages. I am attentive, responsible, and caring. I will take great care of your family!
Ryan Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ryan babysat my girls this summer and they absolutely loved her! They always looked forward to playing with her. Ryan is a sweet, responsible, caring young lady and I look forward to her babysitting my 3 girls again soon! "
Jenny B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Avery. I've been providing part-time child care for nearly 10 years and have a passion for working with and caring for infants, from newborn to 24 months.
I have AED, CPR, and First Aid certifications and a pristine driving record; and I hold a Care. com background check and a federal security clearance.
I would...
Avery can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Dear parents, I have been working with children for over eight years as a paid babysitter and part-time nanny. I have worked as an assistant teacher at a French immersion preschool and also as an assistant in RIE parent-infant classes. I am always inspired by the inherent creativity and spontaneity of children. I completed my BA...
Isabel can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Isabell is great with our 2 year old daughter!
She's very engaged, plays with her well, and overall understands what we are looking for in childcare. She has also been happy to prepare food and keeps things clean while doing so.
She has a positive attitude and...
Meredith F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an easy going, fun loving, hardworking person, and I love working with people (especially kids). My love for children and education led me to becoming a school psychologist. In my spare time I enjoy doing yoga, reading, exploring the outdoors, and traveling. I have training in parent-child interaction therapy, cognitive...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Samantha was extremely professional, punctual and formed a great bond with our son while caring for him. As a first timer taking sitting services, I was apprehensive about trusting my son with anyone. Samantha really helped put our anxieties to rest."
Priya A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Quinn, I'm a fresh university graduate who has just moved the the DC Area. I am an excellent tutor and love making learning fun. I am a great chef and baker, good at making healthy recipes and getting kids engaged with learning to cook and bake. I can also manage any cleaning or housework necessary.
Quinn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Quinn was amazing with my 12 year old son. She was punctual and polite. I was in town for a conference and she took him around town, to the pool and to the beach. In addition she taught him some ocean facts and was a great sitter. He thoroughly enjoyed his time...
Kafi L.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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 2 families in your neighborhood
have lots of experience babysitting/nannying for kids ranging between 3 months and 13 years old. If helpful, I would love to connect you with a few of my references who can share about my time babysitting for their families. I am confident they can confirm that I am patient, reliable, and, most importantly, I both enjoy and am...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am formerly a teacher and now am primarily looking for errands and odd jobs! I've been in the DMV for the past 11 years, but am originally from Pittsburgh. Currently, I live with my partner and dog and have my own car. I have plenty of child care experience and work in mental health now. I am also very comfortable with...
Dianne can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Dianne was our in person teacher this year for our 4 and 6 year olds. We had a pod with two other families. She kept the 5 kids engaged and excited about learning through a difficult year. She was always on time and extremely professional. We adore her and could...
Emily P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for over 10 years and I consider it a true joy. During one of my summers in college, I worked as a camp counselor for nine weeks. It was a sleep away camp for boys and girls ages 4 to 11 with direct access to the beach, so I have experience working with a broad range of age groups and I am well...
Kathryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate of American University in Washington, DC and am currently working a full time job in the city. With the spare time that I have I would like to help any families that need child-care services!
As a friendly, positive, quick-learning, health-loving, bi-lingual aspiring helper, I would love to spend my...
Shaanti can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Shaanti is great! She was with us for a couple of months but if she wasn't moving away we would've loved to have her longer! She interacts with my children very well and her communication is great. Our family wish her the best of luck."
Candy S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Babysitter and tutor, experienced with children of all ages. 5+ years of teaching and camp counselor experience with middle and high school-aged children.
Maggie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maggie worked for me in a community health setting for 1+ years. She worked in a case manager capacity for some very vulnerable patients and went above and beyond to make sure their needs were met. She is incredibly thoughtful, kind, and responsible. Any family...
Megan M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Mariama. I'm strongly interested in contributing to your child/children's nourishment. I enjoy caring for children and I have 7 yrs of great hands on experience. I was trained to be an excellent babysitter by American Red Cross through which I developed exceptional child care expertise. I am good with children of all...
Mariama can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mariama helped us out in the late summer of 2020 with caring for our 1.5 year old and 3 year old while our daycare was closed due to the pandemic. She is reliable and great with the kids, very calm and very focused! She is responsible and we felt very comfortable...
Katie E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm 28 years old. I have always loved taking care of kids especially babies. I have a lot of childcare experience with kids from 0 - 13 years of age. I also have experience with multiples. My most recent childcare consist of taking care of a 5-year-old boy, 4-year-old girl, 2-year-old girl and a 8-month-old girl. I was with...
Richette can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ricky was amazing at every stage of the process. Our four year old absolutely loved her and it gave us piece of mind to leave our daughter with someone so capable and kind while we attended events in city far from home. The two evenings Ricky watched her were the...
Erika H.
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & 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
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Christina and I am currently a student at George Washington University School of Medicine. Prior to attending medical school, I worked in a pediatric intensive care unit at a children's hospital. I have had a lot of experience working with kids and have experience babysitting for many families of various ages...
Christina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Christina has been our go to sitter for the past several years! I have twin boys that are 6 and a 9 year old son. We are definitely missing her being around. She keeps the boys busy. They are always outside, playing sports, countless games, makes crafts or doing...
Marz D.
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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Washington, DC
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.
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.
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.
Ryan Elizabeth D.
5.0
Ryan came in at the last minute for a special date night over the holidays. She was early, energetic, and the kids loved her. We will definitely hire her for our next event.
- Deidre L.
Avery W.
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.
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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 909 babysitters in Washington, DC on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 $21.49 per hour as of March 2025. 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 2025, 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 Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Washington, DC are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 578 reviews of the 909 listed babysitters.