Babysitter wanted for a family residing in Washington, DC.

About the role

Warm Woodley Park family of five seeks a part-time family assistant — ideal for a college student or recent grad who enjoys kids and is strong academically. Think of it as a hybrid of after-school sitter, homework coach, and an extra pair of hands. The kids: three great girls — a 7th grader, a 5th grader, and a toddler.

Schedule

~ 15 hrs/week, starting ASAP

• 3–4 weekday afternoons, roughly 4 – 8 PM
• Occasional additional evenings or weekends by arrangement

Responsibilities

• After-school care: snacks, ensuring homework gets completed
• Assist 5th and 7th grader with homework; need to have ability to tutor 7th grader on advanced math assignments
• Play and care for our toddler typically starting after 5:30, including sometimes picking her up from her school in Dupont Circle — an easy Metro or bus ride from our house (no car needed)
• Light tidying connected to the kids
• No driving required

Requirements

• College student or young grad, reliable and communicative
• Experience with preschool-age kids
• Capable tutor for 7th grade math; Spanish language skills a plus
• Two references; we'll run a standard background check

Benefits

• Work with different families and age groups for a diverse experience
• Work on your terms without long-term contracts
• Opportunity to work during holidays when demand for sitters is high