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Nanny Sumaya
Nanny Sumaya
Washington, DC
$21/hr
Full-time
3 years experience
A little bit about me
As an experienced child carer and devoted mother to a now-teen premature baby, I bring deep compassion and understanding to every child I care for. With added experience in hospitality, I'm well-versed in allergies especially food-related. With still my added experience as a caregiver (licensed HHA and CNA), I'm more informed and sensitive about the child's health, prevention and safety procedures. My CPR and First Aid certification ensures every child's safety is a top priority.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Khalil
Nanny Khalil
Washington, DC
$21.49/hr
Full-time
2 years experience
A little bit about me
Hello, im Khalil! I recently moved here from Arkansas, ive worked in childcare for 2 yrs. Ive been a nanny since i was 15 watching the neighbors kids, & my cousin. I love outdoor activities, also arts and crafts..
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Perla
Nanny Perla
Washington, DC
$23/hr
Full-time
5 years experience
A little bit about me
I am a responsible, patient, and loving childcare provider with over two years of experience as an au pair in the United States. As the eldest of seven siblings, I began caring for two of my younger brothers at the age of 14 while my mother worked full-time. My natural maturity and strong sense of responsibility allowed me to manage their daily needs with confidence. I also helped care for my baby cousin, whom I love like a niece, since she was an infant. These early experiences shaped my passion for childcare and taught me how to nurture, guide, and support children with love and structure. I specialize in creating safe, stimulating, and emotionally supportive environments where children can grow happily.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Sam
Nanny Sam
Washington, DC
$25/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
I am an artist, teacher, nanny and traveler full of many experiences. I enjoy taking little ones to spend time in nature, museums, field trips and exploring all of the wonderful things DC has to offer. I specialize in art, developing and building skills in activities such as cooking, reading, writing, learning Spanish, etc! I assist with school work, creating last minute school projects and driving children to afterschool activities or appointments. I work with families to create routines and household responsibilities to help little ones grow into independent and confident beings. I bring a caring, fun, loving, creative and theatrical vibe to any environment I find myself in. Reach out with any questions! ❤️
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certification
CPR
Nanny Karina
Nanny Karina
Washington, DC
$26/hr
Full-time
3 years experience
A little bit about me
I have a Master's in Education and 3 years of experience working in the teaching field at the early learning level. Not only can I help with curriculum and instruction, but I think the best part is going out and doing fun, cultural activities with the kids like museums, parks, playgrounds, planetariums, etc. I do have piercings and tattoos, and occasionally color my hair. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you think I may be a fit for your family. While I am currently living in Fl, I want to relocate to the DC area.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Rachel
Nanny Rachel
Washington, DC
$30/hr
Full-time
1 year experience
A little bit about me
In addition to caring for your child(ren), I'd especially love to support your family by making your meals. I'm a great cook attentive to allergies and all kinds of diets as well as vegan diets. My experience includes caring for newborns, teenagers, and all ages in between with cooking your meals, cleaning, and pet care. I am experienced with and attentive to children with allergies. I've been caring for children since I was 16 years old.
I am fully vaccinated.
I am fully vaccinated.
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Nanny Alicia
Washington, DC
$16.25/hr
Full-time
9 years experience
A little bit about me
Hello i am 51yrs old married with two sons 23 & 33 yrs of age i owned and operated my daycare center 2007 to 2019 cared for 6 kids at a time from 6am to 6pm and some 23hrs.. ages 0-school age.. I also provided before&aftercare.. provided transportation.now i am owner&director/coach of my nonprofit organization C&S Model Dance&Praise Bootcamp of DMV. I enjoy caring for children i believe its my gift and i embraced it well. My daycare was located in DC my Bootcamp is located in the DMV i puck up and recruit little girls in md DC&VA i have a team in DC& in VA Beach.i and interested in doing Nanny work asap.i retired from my daycares i relocted to alexandria VA area.and niw ready to start back working in my field of childcare.
Have experience working with
Infants
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Yakira
Nanny Yakira
Washington, DC
$26/hr
Full-time
6 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi there!
I’m a fun-loving, energetic nanny with a genuine passion for caring for children. With years of hands-on experience, I pride myself on creating a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment where kids can thrive. I’m just as comfortable whipping up healthy, delicious meals as I am planning engaging, age-appropriate activities—from arts and crafts to outdoor adventures and everything in between.
Whether we’re exploring nature, baking together, or enjoying a cozy game day indoors, I aim to make every moment memorable and enriching. I believe in treating every child with love, patience, and respect—just as I would my own. If you’re looking for a dependable, enthusiastic nanny who will support your family with heart and dedication, I’d love to connect!
I’m a fun-loving, energetic nanny with a genuine passion for caring for children. With years of hands-on experience, I pride myself on creating a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment where kids can thrive. I’m just as comfortable whipping up healthy, delicious meals as I am planning engaging, age-appropriate activities—from arts and crafts to outdoor adventures and everything in between.
Whether we’re exploring nature, baking together, or enjoying a cozy game day indoors, I aim to make every moment memorable and enriching. I believe in treating every child with love, patience, and respect—just as I would my own. If you’re looking for a dependable, enthusiastic nanny who will support your family with heart and dedication, I’d love to connect!
Have experience working with
Infants
Certification
CPR
Nanny Ebony
Nanny Ebony
Washington, DC
$20/hr
Full-time
8 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi parents and families below is my thoughts in a nutshell on why I choose childcare as my profession and why I love what I do along with my experience and certifications.I am CPR and First aid certified with 4+years in tutoring school age and 3+ years in Early childhood development teaching and babysitting. Passionate about childcare, I thrive on creating a nurturing environment for young minds to flourish. My natural empathy, patience, and keen observation skills make me adept at understanding and meeting children's needs. Becoming a caregiver was a heartfelt decision driven by the joy of fostering growth and building strong foundations for the future.
Have experience working with
Infants
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
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"Ebony is an incredibly sweet & intentional caretaker. She is so thoughtful in how she approaches every interaction with children and always brings so much joy, love, and learning into every moment. My son absolutely adores his time with Ebony and she has supported him through countless milestones in the toddler years. She also takes great initiative supporting our family in countless other ways and is always willing to go above and beyond to help us function our best! We love Ebony, and so will you and your children!"
- Isabelle
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Nanny Mariela
"Una chica muy responsable, cuido a mi hija muy bien, jugo con ella, le preparo comida y tuve que pedirle mas tiempo que se quede y acepto con gusto."
- Jenni
Nanny Cirila
"Cirila started working with us since our daughter was 2 months old and my daughter will be going to school full time. She is loving, hard worker and my daughter absolutely adores her. She takes my daughter out in the community and is very active.
She is very health conscious so my daughter’s diet has always been extremely healthy.
The next family that hires Claudia would be very lucky"
- Froso
Nanny Sol
"She was so amazing with all the kids AND my Autistic Son has made incredible progress due to Sol.
She is part of our family forever!"
- Robin
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What’s the average cost of a live-in nanny in Washington, DC?
The average cost of a live-in nanny in Washington, DC is $23.51 per hour. Most Washington families on Nanny Lane pay $20 to $25/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
Learn more about live-in nanny costsHow to Hire a Live-In Nanny in Washington, DC
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Common Responsibilities of Live-In Nannies in Washington, DC
To understand if a live-in nanny is right for you, it’s best to start by assessing your family’s needs. Live-in nannies are best suited for families’ that need flexible, full-time, in-home child care as live-in nannies reside with the family that they care for. A live-in nanny offers support with housekeeping, errands and other household responsibilities, similar to mother’s helpers, au-pairs, and full-time nannies. However, the perk that live-in nannies offer that sets them apart from other types of nannies, is round-the-clock and emergency coverage. These instances, as well as your location and the nanny’s experience are some of the many factors to consider when deciding how much you should pay a live-in nanny.
Interviews for Live-In Nannies in Washington, DC
When hiring potential live-in nannies, you should conduct interviews. Interviews are a great opportunity to get to know your live-in nanny candidates better. Here are some questions to consider asking:
- What nanny and live-in nanny experience do you have?
- What household responsibilities are you open to?
- What are your expectations for your housing situation?
- What is a weekly schedule for you? What time do you usually wake-up and go to bed? What do you usually do on weekends?
- Do you have any references questions?
- What salary are you seeking? Are you open to being paid through direct-deposit, pay stubs?
- What are your expectations around over-time pay and vacation time?
Contracts for Live-In Nannies in Washington, DC
When finalizing the details of your live-in nanny position, it’s important to make sure that everyone is on the same page. The easiest way to do this is to create a job offer for your live-in nanny position.
In your job offer, you should communicate the responsibilities and compensation for your live-in nanny position. In writing out the responsibilities of your live-in nanny, you might also choose to add some responsibilities that are specific to your families’ needs like if you expect your live-in nanny to travel with you and the details around travelling with your live-in nanny.
When considering what it means for your live-in nanny when you take vacation, you should also consider how you want to handle their vacation time, and other aspects of their compensation. This includes a live-in nanny salary, over-time, benefits, and any expenses like food and gas. And don’t forget to be clear about how and when you plan on paying your live-in nanny with a nanny payroll service or by yourself.
After presenting your job offer, you can create a contract for your live-in nanny to create the foundation for a good relationship with your nanny. And of course, as you learn how to hire a nanny, Nanny Lane's nanny services are here to help you along the way.