Find vetted child care providers near you.
The SitterTree app makes it easy.
For date nights, work from home days, after school support and more. Get child care covered with local, pre-screened sitters.
45,879 5-star reviews
SitterTree is a lifesaver for busy parents.
We've made it easy. Book your next sitter in three easy steps.
Post a Job
Select a Sitter
Book & Pay
Date nights. Weekly appointments. Working from home. Last-minute sitters. Find them all on the app.
Receive multiple options of available sitters. Check ratings and reviews before choosing the sitter you like best.
Once your job is complete, we make it easy to pay (and tip) your sitter in the app.
The sitters have consistently been
fantastic.
Jazzy was so great with my four month old! She got him to smile as soon as she walked in the door. She was so engaging with baby and easy for me to talk with. She was my first sitter with SitterTree and it was a great first experience. We’d love to have her back!
Catherine M.
The best babysitters in your area.
Proven by detailed reviews from other parents.
Vetted
We personally review each profile so you have the information you need to book with confidence.
Background Checked
All sitters clear extensive background checks, including national criminal, sex offender and motor vehicle checks.
Experienced
View sitter badges to learn more about a provider's certifications from organizations you know and trust.
Find reliable and vetted babysitters in Washington D.C. now.
Our family absolutely loves SitterTree. No matter who we choose, sitters communicate, come prepared, are professional, and have a great work ethic and attitude. It is so incredibly easy to book, schedule, reschedule, read reviews, write reviews, and pay caregivers.
Maggie W.
Experienced babysitters, every time.
Engaging
Find providers who LOVE kids. They give the little ones in your care the attention they deserve: whether it’s building elaborate block castles, helping with dinner (in the play kitchen) singing songs, or reading stories, providers will make sure kids have a ball.
Reliable
No more “sorry, can’t make it” texts 30 minutes before date night. Sitters show up on time (or early), ready to play. They’re responsible, attentive, and clean up when they’re done.
Trustworthy
Sitters respect your family’s needs. They stick to your kids’ schedules, send regular updates, and follow your instructions regarding screentime (and everything else).
*SitterTree does not provide training to any provider.
D.C.'s best child care providers are on SitterTree.
98% 5-star ratings. 88,000+ jobs and counting.
See why 10,000+ families trust SitterTree.
Post your first job for free.
SitterTree took the stress out of child care.
My daughter had a great time with our sitter, Yidi. She’s looking forward to spending time with her again. Yidi arrived early and was very professional. I also came home to a house that was cleaner than I left it.
Melissa H.
A well-qualified applicant within an hour or two.
Elza goes above and beyond her duties. She always arrives at our home on time, ready to engage with our son, with a smile. She's kind, compassionate, and intelligent. My child really looks forward to spending time with Elza.
Robyn R.
Confident I have a trusted person to watch my daughter.
Wow, Eva is truly exceptional! She is warm, kind and very polite. She was very engaging, playful and attentive when caring for our daughter. She was very energetic and "present" and our daughter absolutely LOVED her! What a sweet person and and truly excellent caregiver. We really hope to see her again!
Joanie M.
Grow your child care village with reliable sitters.
Wondering if … ?
These are the questions we hear most often. Let us put your mind at ease.
What if my sitter cancels at the last minute?
On the rare occasion that your sitter needs to cancel, our incredible support team is available to assist in booking another sitter- or help make you the next best arrangement.
What’s the hourly rate per sitter?
The minimum hourly rate varies by city. Want to offer a higher rate to incentivize sitters to take your job when demand is high? Go for it!
My kids (and I) need consistency. If I find a sitter we love, can we book them again?
We hope you find sitters who become part of your family. Easily select sitters as favorites after each job. They will be notified first when you post a new job.
You’ll adore your child care provider. So will your kids.
Post one (1) job for zero dollars. New users only.
Offer valid through May 31, 2023.
