"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent
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Isioma $20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Washington Navy Yard, DC
Hello, my name is Isioma and I am a special education teacher. I have worked with typically developing and children with special needs for over 10 years and I love every second of it! I can most definitely help children with homework and school projects and even tutor if necessary. I enjoy reading and spending time with friends in my down time.
Jane 1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Washington Navy Yard, DC
I am a grad student here in DC. I have been babysitting regularly since middle school. I am CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard certified. I’ve worked with various families with kids under one year old through high schoolers. I have two younger siblings as well, who I often watch and take care of. I have lots of experience with pets - I have two cats, who I am the primary caretaker for, and I have experience dog-sitting. In the summers I work as a sleep-away camp counselor. I am friendly, patient, and responsible. I can speak both English (native speaker) and Spanish (proficient).
Hannah $18 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Hannah. I'm a young professional working in the non-profit legal space, and am currently saving up to go to law school. I'm offering child care and pet care services. I've been baby-sitting since I was 15 years old, and have cared for kids of all ages! I was also a camp counselor for 6 years, and primarily worked with kids ages 6-10. I have experience doing pickup/drop-off from school, crafts, tutoring, preparing meals, helping with potty-training, and much more. I love reading books, doing art projects, and encouraging imaginative play with the kids that I care for.
Bex $20 per hour for 1 child
I'm a graduate student and long-time neighborhood babysitter, house-sitter, and dog/cat-sitter! I grew up around a big family with lots of kids, often taking care of the youngest ones over summer breaks, and, in college, became a reliable source for babysitting and animal care in my community! I am also a Teach For America Fellow, tutoring elementary and middle school aged students. I have a reliable car, and am a jack of all trades when it comes to meeting your family's needs!
Harry
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Washington Navy Yard, DC
Lifelong dog-owner who works from home. Three walks per day minimum, one of which is usually a nice long walk in the woods! Resident dog is Milo, a big fluffy mystery-mutt.
“Harry was fantastic!! He picked up Amy and gave her a fantastic play date with his pup Milo!”
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Washington Navy Yard, DC?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.32
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $27.97
- Typical job length: 4.8 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of November 2026
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"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"
Jenny S., parent
"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"
Jesse D., parent
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Washington Navy Yard?
As of November 2026, the average babysitting rate in Washington Navy Yard is $23.32 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Washington Navy Yard.
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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