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546 nannies are listed in Washington, DC
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Washington, DC
Hello! I'm a young professional living in Washington, D. C. I've been babysitting since I was 14-years-old and am the oldest of three, with a brother who is 12 years younger than me so I had lots of practice with diapers growing up. I've babysat/nannied all ages, including infants, toddlers and middle-schoolers. I've helped...
Lydia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Rachel J.
Washington, DC
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Skilled And Experienced Childcare-- Part-time, Short-term
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I recently stepped away from the classroom after teaching infants, toddlers and preschoolers since 2009. I have a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education Special Education, and am currently enrolled in a postpartum doula course. I'm very passionate about caring for young children and helping them discover and understand the...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Cidnee J.
Washington, DC
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I'm an experienced nanny with over 3 years of babysitting young children, and as a mom myself, I know firsthand how important it is to trust the person caring for your kids. Safety is always my number one priority, and I pride myself on creating a secure, nurturing environment where children can thrive. I'm great at...
Cidnee can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Karen O.
Washington, DC
$27/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Karen, an elementary school teacher offering summer childcare and tutoring. With experience as a nanny for a family with three children (ages 2-10) and working at an early childhood education center with infants and toddlers (6 weeks-36 months), I bring a wealth of expertise and a passion for nurturing and educating...
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Mikayla, and I'm originally from South Florida, but I currently attend school here in Washington, D. C! I am in my senior year studying Human Development and Elementary Education, with the goal of becoming an elementary school teacher.
I'd describe my personality as enthusiastic, caring, creative, and kind! Working...
Mikayla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hello, I'm Miss Mia! I'm passionate about caring and teaching children and adults with and without Intellectual and Development Disabilities (IDDs). I'm fairly new to DC, pursuing my masters in International Education. Most recently, I was an English teach in South Korea for 3-6 grades. Prior to teaching abroad, I had jobs as a...
Mia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Kirsten S.
Washington, DC
$28/hr • 14 yrs exp
I have over 13 years of experience with nannying and babysitting children ages newborn through 12. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and love engaging with children through play and arts and crafts. I believe reading and spending time outside are essential to growing your child's creativity and confidence. I love enriching...
Kirsten can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Liv! I am looking to babysit while I am waiting on my nursing license to transfer from Michigan to the DMV. I have been babysitting since I was 12, was an assistant dance instructor for 6 years for kids aged 2-4, and nannied all throughout nursing school. I have a passion for working with kids because I greatly...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Julia M.
Washington, DC
$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Friendly American Babysitter Looking For Part-Time Or One-Time Jobs
Hi! I am Julia, and I am a 24-year-old babysitter originally from Boston, MA. I recently finished my Master's degree, and am now spending the year living in The Hague while on a Fulbright grant.
I have worked as a long-term nanny for two families, the first with three children (ages 3, 5, 8) and the second with four (ages 9...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
I'm a 25-year-old young professional living in Washington, D. C. who loves caring for children. I believe physical and emotional safety, and a comforting environment are the greatest priorities when caring for children. I wholehearted believe that it is a privilege to nurture a child and play a role in a their development. I'm...
Fana can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Janani K.
Washington, DC
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Creative & Organized 25 Year Old Looking For Childcare Opportunities!
I'd describe my personality as creative, organized and solution oriented.
I like working with kids because they are adventurous and creative. I love engaging kids in fun activities that benefit them and their developing minds.
I'm looking for a job that allows for consistency and open and clear communication from the family...
Janani can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Aniah H.
Washington, DC
$23-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'd describe my personality as fun, energetic and caring.
I love working with kids because it just came natural for me. It's a passion of mines to care for kids of all ages, I love bonding with kids and watching them grow!
I'm looking for a job that is fun and safe. I love connecting with everyone in the family, not just...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Megan F.
Washington, DC
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Megan. I am 22 years old and just graduated from Temple University in May. My hobbies are exercising, reading, shopping, watching/playing sports, listening to music, watching movies and trying new things! I have been babysitting/nannying for almost 6 years now. I have babysat triplets, twins, babies, tweens,...
Iman F.
Washington, DC
$30-62/hr • 2 yrs exp
Looking to nanny/consistently babysit for a family looking for support from a multilingual well versed and caring young woman with children aged 1 and above! I am well versed in Social emotional learning and regulation exercises, leveled literacy intervention strategies and overall rigorous instructional support as well as child...
Iman can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello dear families! Currently, I'm a live in nanny. I've been taking care of the little girl who is now 3 years old since she was a baby (2 months old). I prepare meal for her, help her shower, dress her, go to museum, parks, library and so much more. I was a teacher assistant at kids language center for 2 years , so I have...
Prapawee can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mary Kathryn H.
Washington, DC
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a recent Masters graduate moving back to DC and trying to get back into the swing of things after a year and a half living in Rome. I have had a couple nanny jobs in DC in the past and would be happy to connect you with those families as I still visit them and babysit for them on a regular basis when I'm in DC. I used to...
Mary Kathryn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello! My name is Lindsay. First off thank you for the opportunity to get to help you and your family.
I have been babysitting for over 10 years now and have been a full time nanny twice for about 2 years. I have experience working with all ages, including toddlers on the spectrum.
I have a pretty flexible schedule.
I was...
Lindsay can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a teacher at Beauvoir elementary school. I recently moved from Savannah, where I was the head of museum education at a historical house. Because of this, I know how to stimulate a child's mind through activity and education.
I have a long history of childcare in my resume. Not only have I babysat all six of my...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Chiara L.
Washington, DC
$22-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Chiara!
I am a 4th grade teacher during the day, with a passion for serving and educating all children! In fact, it was child care and a nanny job all 4 years of college with the same family that led me to my passion for teaching and to the world of education which I now work in! I am located in Washington, D. C. but...
Kennedy S.
Washington, DC
$18-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
A Fun And Energetic Sitter Willing To Be Of Help In Any Way Possible!
Hello! I'm Kennedy, and I am a University student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a Human Development Minor. I have 5 years of experience in childcare. I previously have worked as an assistant in a pre-school. I also have served as an assistant gymnastics instructor for children ages ranging from 5-12. I'm...
Kennedy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding nannies in Washington, DC
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Washington, DC?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Washington, DC is as of is $22.37 per hour as of April, 2025. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Washington, DC?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 546 in Washington, DC. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Washington, DC?
You can find different nanny services in Washington through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Washington, DC with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Washington, DC nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Nannies in Washington, DC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 448 reviews of the 546 listed nannies.