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Fatima B.
- 5 years paid experience
- 10 miles
Hi! I’m the young spirited baby sitter that even the shy children warm up to on the first day and are always excited to see again wishing I could stay to play with them for more time. I can cook and clean as well as multi-task and my focus will suprise you, I am equipped for working with 2+ children at a time and of various ages. I am extremely patient and kind, you will find no issues working with me and I am very reliable as well as a great communicator. I love gentle parenting and I enjoy socializing with parents, children, and pets. You and your kids will love me! I also speak Spanish and English.
$20–28/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Kesha H.
Fatima has been great! She arrives on time to pick up my daughter to get her to practice. She takes her twice a week and we have never had any issues at all. She is reliable and very dependable. Glad I found her!
Kayla T.
- 5 years paid experience
- 12 miles
Bonjour! I’m a proud St. Lucian with a big heart and a passion for babysitting that blossomed when I was just 11 years old. Growing up, I helped raise my three younger siblings, who were born more than a decade after me. Those early experiences taught me patience, empathy, and how to guide little ones through every stage. From first steps to singing/sporty personalities. Watching them grow into their own identities lit a fire in me to support other children in the same way. Over the years, I’ve continued to babysit younger cousins and family friends, giving me hands-on experience with kids of various ages whenever I have time with my technical wiritng positon. I naturally gravitate toward creating a nurturing, positive environment where children feel safe, heard, and empowered. I'm especially proud of teaching manners in fun, memorable ways, and I bring calm energy and warm encouragement to every interaction. Whether we’re playing games, learning something new, or just having silly moments, I’m there with love, laughter, and genuine care.
$25–35/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Marlvis A.
Kayla watched my children (the youngest of whom was three months old). She was punctual, responsive and flexible. She quickly took control and engaged with our very active toddlers. I highly recommend her and would use her services again!
Iyana D.
- 5 years paid experience
- 1 mile
Hi! I’m Iyana 😊 I’m a graduate student at Bowie State University with over 5 years of experience caring for children ages 4 months to 12 years. I’ve worked with infants through elementary-aged kids and also spent a year and a half teaching 8th grade, including supporting students with ADHD, dyslexia, and autism. I really enjoy babysitting because every child is different, and I love getting to know each child’s personality, interests, and routines. I’m comfortable with transportation, sleep training/bedtime routines, and I’m very pet-friendly. Some of my favorite things to do with kids are playing board games, karaoke, going on walks or hikes, and cooking together. I always aim to create a fun, safe, and relaxed environment for both kids and parents.
$25–30/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Leigh B.
Iyana checks every box. Sweet, well-prepared for play, patient, thoughtful, and she'll follow every instruction to the letter. My 1-year-old loves her.
Maruquel J.
- 10 years paid experience
- 10 miles
Hi dear families. My name is Maruquel, I am 32 years old. I am a former AuPair with two years of experience, and a caregiver with over 10+ years of experience providing safety, well-being and exceptional care to children aged 5 months old to 12 years old. I am responsible, caring, patience, active, good communicator and relationship building with strong work ethic, great listener to child needs. Multitasking with good time management and scheduling. During my years of experience I’ve helped parents following and creating new routines like, potty training, signs languages, online school challenges, transitioning (new school and environment) and also follow all the medical instructions to help a children with sensory issues, in this case (hyposensitivity). Love to do art and crafts, explore outdoor, cook, child encouragement and motivation strategies, dynamics, educational activities, play sports, create new games and ideas. Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certified. Safety is my priority while working with kids and giving them my attention during all my hours of work. I like to form a good relationship and communication with parents throughout entire employment. If you have any questions or require clarification, please message me through sittercitty.com and I will respond within 24 hours or less. Thank you for considering my application.
$25–30/hr
Sydney C.
- 15 years paid experience
- 15 miles
I am a career nanny living in Washington DC. I have over 15 years of childcare experience with kids of all ages (including infants), needs, and multiples. I love being creative and laughing with kids. Some of my hobbies include cooking, baking, playing musical instruments, dancing, playing sports, traveling, and reading. I’ve been playing the violin since the age of 5 and dancing for nearly as many years. I have a B.S. in Food Science and Human Nutrition from Clemson University. I can help with meal prep, homework (any grade), and light housekeeping as well. I am CPR certified, a strong swimmer, and have intermediate knowledge of American Sign Language and French.
$28–35/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Scott H.
Sydney helped our family with babysitting our 3 year old son. She arrive promptly and immediately garnered our, and our son’s, trust and he had a great time with her. We would recommend Sydney and will look to use her again.
Sandra j B.
- 40 years paid experience
- 10 miles
Hi my name is Sandra!! I am the Mother of 4 adult children, we adopted one child while we were foster parents for 5 years, I have worked with kids for over 40+years in Childcare Centers as well as a Family Daycare Provider, I was a Sunday School teacher as well and Assistant Youth Minister for ages 6-10 year olds. I have my 90 clock hours, I have taken a course in Daycare Management and various trainings in Childcare. I have been married for 45 years. I am the 3rd youngest of 14 brothers and sisters. I have 6 adorable grandkids. I am first aid and cpr certified . I am Covid vaccinated and boosted. Thank you
$18–20/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Ericka W.
Her home is clean and neat. She has a special area just for the children. She is kind and professional.
Amanda C.
- 13 years paid experience
- 10 miles
Hi, I’m Amanda! I’m a former special education teacher with over six years of classroom experience, and caring for children has always been more than a job for me, it’s something I truly love. Today, I focus on providing thoughtful, one‑on‑one support as a babysitter and tutor, helping children feel safe, confident, and supported while they learn and grow. When babysitting, I prioritize creating a calm, nurturing environment where children feel comfortable being themselves. I enjoy building meaningful connections through play, conversation, and routine whether that means reading books before bedtime, playing board games, doing arts and crafts, or helping kids wind down after a busy day. I’m attentive to routines like meals, homework time, and bedtime, and I approach transitions with patience and care, especially for children who benefit from extra structure or reassurance. As a tutor, I support children with homework, skill-building, and learning routines in ways that feel encouraging rather than stressful. I break tasks into manageable steps, use visuals or hands‑on activities when helpful, and celebrate effort and progress along the way. For example, I might turn math practice into a game, help a child organize their assignments with a simple checklist, or use drawing and writing prompts to strengthen reading and writing skills while keeping things engaging. I’ve worked with children of all ages and abilities, and my background in special education helps me tailor my approach to each child’s learning style, energy level, and needs. Families often tell me they appreciate my kindness, consistency, and clear communication, as well as the balance I strike between structure and fun. My goal is always to create a safe, positive, and playful space where children feel supported, capable, and cared for and where parents feel confident knowing their child is in loving, reliable hands. If you’re looking for a babysitter and tutor who will treat your child with genuine care and make the day a little brighter, I would love to connect.
$25–50/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Crystal D.
Amanda has been watching my son since he was 3 months! She is the best! We love her! Amanda is extremely caring and attentive. She regularly checks in and provides updates on how he is doing! Amanda is always punctual and follows any requests or guidelines for care given. I know when my son is with Amanda he is in the best hands!
Renee S.
- 12 years paid experience
- 8 miles
I love being a sitter because I like being around children children's are awesome creative little human beings I have been babysitting and Nanny since I was 14 I have CPR and first aid training and I used to be a preschool teacher long time ago
$19–28/hr
Victoria H.
- 3 years paid experience
- 14 miles
Hi families! I’m Victoria, a BLS/CPR-certified nursing student currently earning my RN, with the goal of becoming a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. Nursing is my third degree—I also hold a B.S. in Biology and a Master’s in Public Health from Columbia University. I have 3 years of paid childcare experience and over 10 years of experience working with children in educational and community settings. My childcare experience includes working in a daycare, teaching 3rd-grade science, and tutoring children of different ages. I’ve always loved creating an environment where children feel safe, comfortable, and excited to learn. I enjoy reading, arts and crafts, outdoor activities, educational games, science experiments, homework help, and finding creative, screen-free ways to have fun. While earning my master’s in New York City, I developed an even greater appreciation for child development and the importance of positive, supportive relationships during childhood. That experience helped inspire my decision to pursue pediatric nursing and dedicate my career to caring for children and families. As a sitter, I’m kind, patient, attentive, dependable, and safety-conscious. I’m comfortable balancing fun with routines and boundaries while making sure children feel heard, encouraged, and cared for. I’m also happy to provide tutoring or additional educational support when needed. I have reliable transportation and drive a newer Volvo XC40, which I chose with safety in mind. I also understand that every family’s schedule is different, so I offer flexible availability, including early mornings, daytime care, evenings, and late nights. Whether you need regular support, help around your work or school schedule, or a dependable sitter for date nights, I’d love to be someone your family can count on!
$17–20/hr
Claudia T.
- 7 years paid experience
- 7 miles
As a teenager and babysitter I knew I wanted to work with children but as a pediatric doctor, But once I took Child development classes and parenting it really opened my eyes to another interest and that was being a early childhood education teacher. taking these classes I learned a lot about a parent perspective and childcare teachers as well in certain situations also along with being a teacher studying the different methods and also hands on experience on writing lesson plans and actually interacting with the children. By my senior year I did an internship at a child care facility to experience how a center is ran and the interaction with the children and teachers. After I graduated I worked for Kindercare Learning Center over a year, Children Of America almost 3 years, and a privately owned daycare for over a year before I recently decided to help local families who need care for their children.
$20–100/hr
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