Washington families count on UrbanSitter for same-day emergency child care. In most areas, average response time for urgent needs is under two minutes.
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Families in Washington turn to UrbanSitter for emergency and same-day babysitting.
Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check, and every profile is individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team. Learn more.
Hello families! I am Amelia, a CPR and First Aid Certified recent college graduate. I have been working with children for the past decade or so, and have been focusing on working with infants and toddlers for the past 5 years. I am also available for cat sitting (at a much lower rate) if any of you are interested. I focus on forming strong emotional bonds with the kids in my care, based on mutual respect and acknowledgment of every person's inherent worth. In the next couple of years, I am hoping to get my masters in education and pursue a career as a classroom teacher. I am LGBTQ+ friendly and willing to negotiate pricing and expectations based on the personal needs of your family.
Welcome to my profile! I am Rahelly and I live in Fairfax County. I have a bachelors in Speech Pathology and Audiology with a focus on Early Childhood Education. I like to sing and occasionally play the piano. I have babysat my cousins and family friends since I was 13 and I have experience with newborns through teenagers. I have over 5 years of nannying experience on UrbanSitter with great reviews of consistent families that I now have a personal relationships with. I am joyful, enthusiastic and responsible. I like sports and being active. I can make easy dinners and I was a tutor in high school so I can help with homework. I love animals, especially dogs. I am here as an extension of the parent so, thank you for welcoming me into your home!
I am a caring and dependable caregiver with experience supporting children, seniors, and pets. Currently studying Health Science, I bring a strong foundation in health and wellness along with a genuine passion for helping others. I am patient, responsible, and attentive to details, with skills in communication, organization, and problem-solving. Families can count on me to provide a safe, positive, and nurturing environment. Whether it’s engaging with kids in fun activities, assisting seniors with daily routines, or caring for pets, I approach each task with reliability and compassion. I am flexible, trustworthy, and dedicated to making life easier for the families I support.
Hello! My name is Carol, I'm from Colombia. I’m 27years old. I speak Spanish and English fluently. I have experience watching toddlers, young kids, and mostly newborns infants including twins (I love babys). With over 5 years of experience I prioritize safety, fun and responsibility to create a stable environment. I’m also happy to help with cleaning and errands. And I can provide you references. Plus: Non-smoker, experience with twins, multiple kids, bilingual, Fully vaccinated and pet lover, CPR training, Infant needs training. Looking forward to hearing from you!
Hello Families!!!! My name is Laura Triana I'm 34 and I am looking for a Babysit ocasional job during weekends and date nights. I have a lot of experience almost 8 years of experience Infants, toddlers and preteens. I am consider myself confident, honest, reliable and patient. About me: I have Excellent references Native language: Spanish. Leves English: Advanced. DAYS AND TIMES: willing to work Monday to Friday, available on weekends and date nights as well, I am very flexible Areas: VA - Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Reston, Springfield, Vienna, Falls church, etc.
“Laura is nothing but an amazing caregiver. She’s responsible, reliable and loving. You can be sure that your kids will be safe when she’s taking care of them. I would totally have her taking care of my kids again if I didn’t move out of state.”
All UrbanSitter babysitters are background checked every year. Profiles are individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.
"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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Average response times for last-minute requests are under two minutes in most areas.
Every babysitter completes an annual background check, offering peace of mind when you need it most.
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