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572 nannies are listed in Washington, DC
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Washington, DC
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Grace. I just graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign with degrees in molecular and cellular biology and chemistry.
I am an experienced tutor in math, reading, and english. Also, I am an EMT and have worked on an ambulance for 2 years. I have nannied throughout the years since I was 15. Let...
Grace can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gracie has watched my two young daughters (4 and 2 now) regularly since they were babies. She has endless energy to keep up with them and they are always so excited to play with her! Gracie is very responsible, has always been reliable and on time. She’s a hard...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Nnayima and I'm an hardworking and creative 20-year-old! Been doing childcare for five years and love it so much I grew love for being a nanny at such a young age when going with my mother to her nanny jobs! I have experience with all ages. I'm looking for a full time position, part time, date nights, afterschool care...
Nnayima can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"I love Nnayima as my babysitter she took care of my children with care and they loved her. She always knew how to make the smile and treated them as her own I would definitely hire her again! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Chloe and I am a recent graduate of Loyola University of Chicago. I have been living and working as a preschool teacher in the DMV area since September, but have decided to return to nannying. I have a car and am super flexible with helping with whatever your family needs - from housekeeping to carpooling. I love...
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chloe was our nanny for the first year of life of my son. She started with us when baby was about 3-4 months old and did an amazing job. She is kind, calm, and compassionate. She helped a lot around the house and kept babies stuff clean and organized. We...
Tim P.
Queen W.
Washington, DC
$27-28/hr • 6 yrs exp
Id Love To Meet Your Family, I Am Vaccinated (both Doses).
5.0
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Queen. I am a recent college graduate majoring in conflict analysis & resolution, CPR certified, love kids, and am willing to help you not only with your children but with any "tech" in your home haha. Before college, I volunteered as a teaching assistant at Woodholme elementary for 4 years (kindergarten-3rd...
5.0
"Queen nannied for my family for a few months and she exceeded our expectations! She got my son on great sleep schedule and daily routine. She's very professional, especially if she needed to call off work for anything she let us very well in advance and offered to...
Travon B.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Mary and I currently live in Washington DC and work as a pre-k teacher for DC public schools. Before getting my Masters in Education I worked as a full time nanny for a family for a year and a half. I am looking for occasional babysitting jobs. I love doing various activities with the children I watch...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary is so wonderful! She takes care of my three boys, who are a handful! She plays games, feeds them, bathes them and puts them to bed, at least once a month. Always punctual, communicative, and cleans up after they've gone down- I so appreciate her. "
Lorraine P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for several years and have nannied for a cumulative of three years. I have experience with all age groups, including experience with children with autism and various physical special needs. I have been responsible for cooking, clean-up, constructive play, tutoring, bed time, and more! I am willing to...
Sarah Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Alexandria S.
Washington, DC
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, funny and outgoing
I'm looking for a job that provides me with experience in childcare for my future motherhood. I have always loved taking care of our little ones!
I started working with kids when I was in middle school and during my first two years of highschool I was a nanny for 3...
Alexandria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alex was the best babysitter I’ve ever had on this app! She is really amazing with kids and is always my go to whenever I need somebody to watch the kiddos! If you’re looking for a great sitter look no further as she’s right here!!"
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Maria R.
Washington, DC
$30-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I would describe myself as a communicative, open-minded, happy, friendly, supportive, polite and creative nanny. At the same time I am a very responsible, hard-working and reliable person.
I am ready to provide security and be a friend to your children, so we can enjoy many different activities. I am a person you can trust. I...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maria is honest very responsible.. I had a very nice experience working with her , took care of my 2 children she was lovely with then playful with them sing learning songs.. My children loved her.."
Rosa R.
Chloe W.
Washington, DC
$12-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Chloe. I'm A Junior At The University Of Iowa And I Live In Iowa City.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as energetic, compassionate, and hard-working. I believe that childcare requires a positive energy!
I started working with kids when I was 13. I began babysitting neighborhood kids and eventually become a paid babysitter at 15. I have been a nanny for the last 3 summers with a family that I started...
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chloe has been a nanny for our 2 boys for the last 3 summers. She is always on time and dependable. She is great with getting the kids out of the house to do activities, doing summer workbook activities and always being fun and upbeat. The boys enjoy their summers...
Kate W.
Damari M.
Washington, DC
$21-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Experienced and reliable bilingual Nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children and their families. Adept in providing optimal care to children as young as newborns to preschool. Bringing forth a proven track record of satisfied clients, willing to recommend my services highly. Willing to take on household duties...
Damari can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Damari worked with us for over two years watching our two young kids. When our youngest went to school full time, we continued to ask her to babysit occasionally because we trust her implicitly and our kids adore her. She is kind, patient, responsible, trustworthy,...
Lizzie K.
Sophia M.
Washington, DC
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for almost 15 years now and nannying full-time and part-time over the past five years. I studied infant and early childhood development in school and I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, early school age children, and preteens. I am great at coming up with fun, intellectual games and activities...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sophia is a warm and competent care provider. My toddler felt comfortable with her very quickly. I really appreciate her helpful and flexible attitude in working with us. "
Abigail B.
Truly T.
Washington, DC
$41/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi Everyone!! I am a young professional living in DuPont/Logan circle area of DC. I currently work at an international development org full time but I am looking for something additional part time to fill my cup up some more. I'd love to help out on odd jobs here and there or something more consistent! I love all animals and I...
Truly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Truly is a wonderful caregiver!! She took care of our daughter in our home for about 6-7 months. She was always on time, followed every specification we had and was generally wonderful to be around. She even helped me get ready for our family Christmas photos!!...
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5.0
(1)
My name is Samantha and I'm a friendly and patient person with more than 10 years of experience caring for children ages 5 months+. I was a live-in nanny for several years, an assistant at a Spanish immersion preschool, and a volunteer for a summer camp. I recently moved to DC for a position writing child welfare policy. While I...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Samantha is absolutely a savant with dogs! Not only do they love her, but she trained my pit bull rescue to stop pulling on his leash and to stop being reactive to other dogs. Highly recommend!"
Sacha K.
Marina C.
Washington, DC
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Marina, I love working with kids. I'm very passionate, caring and loving. I would do anything to see all kids happy and smiling. I love playing with them, making crafts with them and helping them in what they really love. I have been working with kids for more than 10 years and is the best thing in the world. I am a...
Marina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We employed Marina for over a year to care for our son who was 18 mos through 2+ years old. She was great with him, and we were sorry to let her go when he started full-time daycare. (Please note Marina is basically Spanish-speaking so it is helpful to have a...
Susan M.
Pamela S.
Washington, DC
$23/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced nanny who has worked as au pair taking care of a baby since he was 3 months, also took care of 4-11 years old ages. I'm brazilian and I can speak Portuguese, English and Spanish. I have a certificate in CPR. I'm pet lover. I'm responsible, caring, loving, hardworking, punctual and I love bonding with my kids....
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Pamela seems very nice, intelligent, and professional, and she was my top choice as a nanny for my baby daughter. While our timing didn't work, I would have happily hired Pamela if her availability met ours. I look forward to staying in touch with her in case she...
Ana B.
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.
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: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello I`m a 60-year-old grandmother who loves taking care of babies and toddlers. I believe I can be of assistance to you and your family. There`s nothing more precious than taking care of and helping to mold little ones into being beautiful people. My experience as a mother and grandmother coupled with the knowledge I've gained...
Lynnette can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Lynette! She started with us when our son was 18 months old and she was our first non-family babysitter so I was very nervous. From our very first phone call, Lynette put me at ease and I knew she would be the calm and knowledgeable caretaker that our...
Amy S.
Margaret N.
Washington, DC
$25-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone. I am happy to be on this platform. I am Margaret. I recently moved from the Netherlands to Washington DC to pursue a master's degree in Ethics and human rights. While in the Netherlands, I did a lot of work concerning baby sitting, school supervision , nanny , housekeeping and many more other errands as would be...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Did a great job taking care of the kids!"
Michael H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have over 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
I am a recent graduate from the University of Notre Dame with a degree in Master of Global Affairs and a specialization in Global Health. I currently live in DC. Prior to coming to Notre Dame, I worked as a Public Health Officer...
Mariama S. can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mariama was phenomenal. Our children gravitated to her so quickly. She was curtious, professional and extremely kind. Culturally she brought a lot of great positive energy to our kids and ourselves. "
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Washington, DC
Grace H.
5.0
Grace was wonderful! She was very patient with our six month old, who was pretty fussy after receiving several immunizations. Grace was also very friendly and personable. We look forward to hiring her again soon!
- Care member
Nnayima F.
5.0
I love Nnayima as my babysitter she took care of my children with care and they loved her. She always knew how to make the smile and treated them as her own I would definitely hire her again!
- Care member
Chloe T.
5.0
Chloe was our nanny for the first year of life of my son. She started with us when baby was about 3-4 months old and did an amazing job. She is kind, calm, and compassionate. She helped a lot around the house and kept babies stuff clean and organized. We enjoyed getting to know he; she is very...
- Tim P.
Queen W.
5.0
We hired Queen for a few days while me and my husband was out of town for a wedding. She watched my twin boys (6 yrs) and they loved her! She played board games with them and kept them entertained. Might I add, she can cook too! She was very professional and helped my boys learn more about their...
- Jessica H.
Mary K.
5.0
Mary is so wonderful! She takes care of my three boys, who are a handful! She plays games, feeds them, bathes them and puts them to bed, at least once a month. Always punctual, communicative, and cleans up after they've gone down- I so appreciate her.
- Lorraine P.
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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 $22.19 per hour as of February, 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 572 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 332 reviews of the 572 listed nannies.