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908 babysitters are listed in Washington, DC
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Washington, DC
Hi, I'm Harrison, I'm 19 years old from Dayton, Ohio, now living in the NoMa, Trinidad area in D. C. - I started working as a babysitter and nanny all the way at the age of 14, and aside from seasonal retail work, childcare has been my primary job since. I am a student at Gallaudet University living on campus studying ASL...
William can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Samantha C.
Washington, DC
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a Speech-language Pathologist located in the Washington DC area who has experience working with children of all age ranges and varying disabilities. I currently work with children in a special education school. Before this job, I had years of experience as a babysitter and working in childcare settings.
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have spent the last 15+ years babysitting, tutoring, teaching, and having a great time with kids of all ages! I am a former secondary social studies classroom teacher with a Master's degree in education. I currently work at the district level for DCPS and am looking for occasional sitting jobs in DC to supplement my income.
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! I'm Zoe and I'm a GW student living in the foggy bottom area. I'm kind, compassionate, energetic, and looking for a wonderful family to babysit for. In the past couple of years, I've had experience babysitting, tutoring, and coaching children of different ages. I am also a Red Cross-certified babysitter.
Zoe can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm Anna! I have my BA from Johns Hopkins in both English and Public Health. With a background in English, I absolutely love storytelling and love reading to kiddos! Right now, I volunteer once a week at a DC public school as a reading buddy for elementary students.
Following undergrad, I earned my graduate degree in...
Maggie M.
Washington, DC
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am an outdoor educator and substitute teacher with a lot of experience caring for kids of all ages. I have been babysitting and nannying for 12 years, and have cared for children 6 months - 13 years old. I love to have fun, and I know that creating a physically and emotionally safe space is the first step to having fun. I am...
Maggie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hello! I am a very understanding person who is caring, trustworthy and compassionate towards kids and anyone of any status or condition. I have more than 5 years of experience as a babysitter. If it's a part of the job, I can help with Organizing, Running Errands, Making Travel Arrangements, Taking out the Trash, Taking Phone...
Praise-el can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Chiara H.
Washington, DC
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm passionate about providing the utmost care for children and have dedicated the last five years to child care. Through previous babysitting roles, I realized my ability to positively impact young lives and desire to support families. As a patient and friendly caregiver, I prioritize open communication with parents to address...
Hello! I am a DCPS middle school teacher looking for summer work! I am a 6th grade math teacher and have an active DC teaching license in special education. In addition to teaching, I have experience being a nanny, babysitter, tutor, and pet-sitter. I have experience working with all ages, but mainly with ages 4-13. As a teacher...
Ashly L.
Washington, DC
$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a current undergrad student at GWU in D. C. I have a little brother and nieces/nephews who I often take care of. I also babysit in the Georgetown area. I enjoy puzzles, watching movies, singing/dancing, and helping out with homework if needed.
I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible, and fun!
Liz W.
Washington, DC
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Liz! I currently work full-time as an executive assistant at a large nonprofit organization, and I'm looking to fill in some free time by doing something I love while bringing in an extra source of income.
With over five years of paid babysitting experience, along with a lifetime of caring for my baby cousins, nieces,...
Hi! My name is Katelyn. I just graduated in May of 2023 from the University of Maryland studying neurobiology. I have extensive experience with childcare and am looking for a fun way to earn some extra money during my gap year before medical school. Starting in high school, I was an after-school babysitter and preschool teaching...
Katelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
I have been babysitting and nannying since I was 15, which has been almost a decade. I recently graduated from the University of Georgia and moved up to DC last November. I do have a full time job, but I don't let it hinder my work babysitting. I'm fully vaccinated and have had my booster shot. I have a car, and am willing to...
Penelope can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I hope all is well. My name is Janna. I graduated at Hunter College with a degree in clinical psychology. I have 10 years of experience with babysitting, youth educator, paraprofessional, picking kids up from school and nanny. I love working with children. I can help with light housekeeping, homework, cooking/meal...
Janna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hello! I hope this message finds you well. My name is Coumba. I am 24 years old and recently moved to DC from Saint Louis to pursue my clinical doctorate in Occupational Therapy at GW. I have experience working with kids with autism as a behavioral technician in clinic and home settings. I have been babysitting in the DMV for 2...
Coumba can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Emma T.
Washington, DC
$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Emma and I am a 21-year-old rising senior at The Catholic University of America. I am looking for babysitting/nannying jobs for July and August. I will be graduating with a BA in Elementary Education with a minor in studio art next May. I have experience as a student teacher, teacher aide, babysitter, tutor, and camp...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi :) My name is Savannah and I am from Alabama. Roll Tide! I moved to DC for work last summer.
I am the oldest of 4 siblings with a very large extended family and have always grown up being a designated babysitter.
During college, I babysat for several families around my community as well as kept classes of kids regularly...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Friendly and Responsible babysitter seeking in providing daily care excellence for your children. I am currently looking for a full time nanny position. Highly skilled in toddlers and elementary school children children care with extensive knowledge of safety precautions, and educational activities to stimulate physical, social...
Fernanda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Bruna P.
Washington, DC
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm an experienced, nurturing childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My journey began with babysitting roles, which led me to realize the positive impact I could make in young lives. I aim to support families by providing reliable childcare that's tailored to their needs.
My patient, friendly,...
Bruna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Leanajah F.
Washington, DC
$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and have been a babysitter for over 4 years. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly. When it comes to rules, I'm comfortable enforcing them in a firm yet kind manner. I am also CPR and First Aid certified.
I enjoy playing a variety of games with children,...
Leanajah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
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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 908 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 $20.61 per hour as of January 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 546 reviews of the 908 listed babysitters.