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Families in Washington turn to UrbanSitter for emergency and same-day babysitting.
167 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.32/hr
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Hi! I'm Kathleen and have had sitting gigs/volunteer gigs with kids on and off since high school. I have eight nieces and nephews, so I am super comfortable with kids & there's not much I haven't seen!
Hello! I am a sophomore university student attending Howard University on the prelaw track. My background in childcare is deeply personal to me, as I was raised by a mother who attended school for child development and currently works as a postpartum doula, and I myself have years of experience caring for children as the oldest in my family. I love caring for my family and children. I have babysat in the past, as I am extremely passionate about making a comfortable, fun, safe, and enriching environment for any child I look after. I have experience assisting postpartum doulas in infant care. Currently, I work as a part-time children's art educator at Kid Create Studio in Virginia, working with kids ranging from 3 to 13 I can help with homework in Art, English, and Social Studies. I can also help with Spanish homework as I speak conversational-level Spanish. I look forward to meeting you and supporting your household's needs!
Hello! My name is Marielle and I am a Sophomore Psychology major, French and Biology double minor at Howard University. I've been taking care of all of my little siblings and cousins since I was 8 years old, and I've worked as a special education teacher's assistant for elementary and high school students since my freshman year of high school. I love working with kids, and I aspire to be a child and forensic psychiatrist in the future. I hope to meet you soon!
I worked as a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) in a hospital with a pediatrics ward. I would work with kids often, also volunteering at a local middle school to teach kids about home alone safety. I am certified in BLS, CPR, and First Aid along with Stop the Bleed. I had to help kids through tough times and hard news, along with celebrating the small victories. I also worked with newborns at our maternity ward.
Hi-My name is Brennan and I am available for caregiving of all ages, household errands, and pet-sitting. I have been a registered nurse for 6 years, and I am finishing up school for my Nurse Practitioner. I am CPR certified and live in the Columbia Heights neighborhood of DC. I love working with children, and I have babysat for children of all ages since I was in high school. Please let me know if I can help you or your family!
As of November 2026
All UrbanSitter babysitters are background checked every year. Profiles are individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.
1,345 sitters background checked in Washington, DC
4.9 average star rating from total of 5,897 reviews in Washington, DC
"We were incredibly grateful that Maya was able to help us out with a last-minute childcare emergency. She matched our 9-year-old's energy with arts & crafts, some quiet reading, and a walk around the neighborhood. We'd have Maya back in a heartbeat!"
Hillary S., parent
"We used Tania for a last minute emergency. She responded very quickly. My daughter seemed to enjoy herself. My son napped most of the time. I enjoyed how she kept me updated by text."
Theresa M., parent
"Hannah was awesome. Went above & beyond to help me with a last minute emergency. She was really sweet & great with my 16mo old. Highly recommend!!"
Lauren D., parent
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