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868 babysitters are listed in Arlington, VA
The average rate is $20/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Arlington, VA
Kavaisha M.
Arlington, VA
$22-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, I Am A Honest, Caring And Loving Women More Than Ready To Help You Watch Your Children.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, honest and bright.
I like working with kids because kids bring me joy and peace. I baby sit all the time and I know lots of fun activities for children.
I'm looking for a job that requires me to work hard and remain stable.
I started working with kids when I was a kid myself.
In...
Kavaisha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Kay was the perfect babysitter for our 6 month old baby girl. She was on time, she bonded with baby Sicily right away and kept up with the schedule that I gave her before leaving. I would definitely recommend her and hire her again. "
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
FULL/PART TIME: part time/full-time
DAYS AND HOURS AVAILABLE: M-F 10am-11pm/ weekends (availability may vary)
LOCATION: Arlington
AGES HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH: newborns, toddlers and school age
RATE (min/max): $23-25 (depending on the number/age of children)
HAS A DRIVER'S LICENSE?: yes
HAS A CAR?: no
CPR...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is a amazing newborn care specialist, i have hired her to help me take care of my newborn baby when she was as little as a month and Sarah has a lot of knowledge in this world and she is very very warm and trustworthy i trust her blindly with my baby!
she...
Deborah M.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Sam and I recent graduate with my Masters of Occupational Therapy from Radford University. I am currently on the job hunt for a full-time OT position in pediatrics and am looking for short-term child care jobs in the meantime. I have over 8 years of experience working with children birth through young adulthood...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"I first met Samantha when I was working at summer camp with her. She was great with all of the kids, regardless of age. Samantha is so patient and willing to be present in every instance. She is there to learn the specific needs of the kid and cares for every...
Raini A.
Andrea Quiroz A.
Arlington, VA
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Enjoy Sharing My Love For Art And Creativity With Kids.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Andrea, I'm 34 years old, seeking my next baby sister opportunity with a wonderful family. As the oldest of my siblings, care giving has always been part of my day to day, so naturally I turned to childcare as part of my life. I've worked with many families full time & part time and I absolutely have heart for kids...
Andrea Quiroz can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Andrea cared for our 18-month old for a week in a pinch and was AMAZING. Attentive, loving, totally trustworthy. Highly recommend. "
Eliana J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities.
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"It is with pleasure that I enthusiastically recommend Maria as a nanny. Maria was gracious to help us out as a last minute nanny when we temporarily relocated to Arlington, VA for a two-month appointment. She nannied for our two-year-old toddler in June and July...
Bryan F.
Paula F.
Arlington, VA
$25-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as proactive, caring, responsible
I like working with kids because I like the way they see the world, I feel that in the learning process and what u can teach them I learn more from them
I'm looking for a job that I can bring my knowledge and skill in favor of family needs and expectation.
I was...
Paula can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Paula was our au pair for a over a year from April 2022 to June 2023. She was fabulous with our 2 boys aged 4 and 2. She had lots of energy and enthusiasm. Paula was responsible and punctual. She is a safe and responsible driver. She kept the boys areas and the...
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Winaly S.
Arlington, VA
$30-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Recent College Graduate With 4+ Years Of Tutoring Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Winaly and I recently graduated with a degree in Economics. Throughout college I tutored college students in Spanish and Economics. I also taught English as a foreign language to Italian students for 4 months abroad. I have also worked of North America where I taught students ages 5-14 English and Math. I would...
5.0
(7)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Mirela. I am an experienced nanny with infants and toddlers in the DC and Arlington VA area. In my country, I have worked for 22 years as a pediatric doctor. I have taken care of many children of different ages and I've always loved it. If you choose me to be your nanny, I'll do my best to keep your child happy...
Mirela can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mirela was fantastic and did a wonderful job caring for our son."
Brent F.
Cassandra G.
Arlington, VA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Cassandra! A little about myself, I work full time in DC and I coach hockey during the winter season. I have babysat and nannied since I was a teenage. I am available for date night sitting, on the weekends, or a random weeknight while you run errands!
Cassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Cassandra is great. She has babysat for us a few times and is always upbeat and positive. The kids love her. So happy to have her nearby!!!"
Anne V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Naomi, I am a 28-year-old college graduate and working professional. I work full time as a Clinical Research Supervisor at a hospital. I work directly with patients of all ages, backgrounds and varying levels of functionality and health. I am CPR and first aide certified. I have work experience as a nanny,...
Naomi can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Naomi for date nights and short notice babysitting and so far she has been wonderful! My 5 month old seems to really like her and I feel very comfortable with her. She is a sweet young lady and we were lucky to meet with her. We will be using her as long...
Vallen W.
Scarlet G.
Arlington, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi There! My Name Is Scarlet And I Am A Medical Assistant With Several Years Of Experience Working
5.0
(2)
I enjoy helping people who are in need of a hand in general. However, I feel that seniors are being taken from granted. What I love most from working with seniors is to hear their stories of childhood, achievements, failures, etc.
Scarlet can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Scarlet has worked for me for over 5 years helping both me (I'm a quadriplegic) and my grandmother (for a few years before she passed away). Scarlet is completely reliable, can handle any situation, and is easy to get along with. She is without a doubt you're best...
Care member
Alejandra C.
Arlington, VA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Love To Play With Kids And Explore Their Imagination.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Alejandra, a CS student who's super into staying active and sports - I've been a nanny for over 5 years and absolutely adore kids. I love diving into their imaginations and having fun together. I'm a really disciplined, active, and respectful person who just loves being around children and making sure they have a...
Alejandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Maria is a very kind and patient sitter. She watched my 4 year old and 1 year old and was able to manage their different needs and have fun with them. I really appreciated that she put her phone down when she came inside the house and truly focused on engaging the...
Anthony L.
4.5
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for families for over 9 years. Custom cleaning services to fit you and your busy life. I offert a deep cleaning, light cleanings. Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly service. Always, looking out for the customers needs are. I have references.
Anelva can also help with: Carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, attic cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Anelva is always on time, and does a great job! We're very happy to have her help"
Jon D.
Larissa D.
Arlington, VA
$25-37/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 26 yo and I have a teacher degree from Brazil, my home country!
I've been working with kids for 7 years so I have experience with all of ages.
I really love to be around kids,
take care of them and help with their development.
I can provide references.
I'm looking for a full time position.
5.0
"Larissa has lived with us since January 2022 and helping to take care of our two boys, now ages 6 1/2 and 8 years old. She is very capable, dependable, patient, and knows how to relate to children. She is great with managing and caring for both who sometimes have...
Kristen L.
Kaitlin D.
Arlington, VA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Kaitlin is currently a Consultant at Deloitte Consulting. In 2018, she graduated with her Masters in Education from James Madison University. Previously, she has worked as a summer camp counselor at Compass SchoolHouse in Westfield, New Jersey. She has also been a nanny for a few different families and would be happy to provide...
5.0
"Writing the review a bit late. We employed Kaitlin several times to watch our toddler son and she is amazing. Punctual and polite, and our son enjoys playing games and reading books with her. She is fantastic!"
Tina M.
Karoline A.
Arlington, VA
$25-32/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
I am Karoline, and I am currently an IT student. I am looking for a new position, as my current families won't need full-time childcare after August. I am a very experienced nanny, and I have excellent references.
I love being outdoors and taking kids on new adventures, but I also love staying in, playing, reading books, and...
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Karoline is incredible. She's been with our family for almost 18 months now, and we'll be sad to see her go. We're simultaneously very excited for her next chapter!
Karoline is always on time, dependable, consistent, and a fantastic communicator. More...
Lauren J.
Caroline E.
Arlington, VA
$25-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families! My name is Caroline and I have experience teaching both Math and Economics. I have a degree in Economics from the University of Virginia and am a licensed teacher here in the state of Virginia. I can't wait to help your child reach their full potential!
5.0
"We hired Caroline to help tutor our 8th grader and 6th grader. She is an excellent tutor and particularly helps both my kids in math. She is able to tutor other subjects as well. She is easy to communicate with, and has done an excellent job in helping the kids....
Chris Y.
Haley C.
Arlington, VA
$12-17/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Haley I'm graduating Law school in May. I'm looking to make a little extra money this summer while I figure out my next steps after law school. I've grown up with all different types of pets and look forward to getting a dog in the near future. I'm currently looking to do walks during the day, pet sitting, and...
Haley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Claudia Q.
Arlington, VA
$25-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, meal preparation, I have been working with newborn, infants, toddlers any age.
I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow. I like to play with them, reading books, painting , early developments, teaching them spanish, outdoor...
Claudia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is awesome caregiver works with my family for 6 years my kiddos love her and miss her I totally recommended Claudia she is great with kids and great working with her "
Care member
Victoria M.
Arlington, VA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Energetic Jacksonville Nanny Ready For Full Or Part-Time Work!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for 16 years. I have been babysitting since I was 13. My first job as a nanny led me to work for 6 years with the same family taking care of their 2 daughters. When I was first offered the job, I didn't know if I had what it would take to care for others full time. Now, I can't imagine doing anything else. I...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We cannot say enough wonderful things about Victoria. When Victoria cares for your children, she gives it her everything. Victoria is loving, creative, and has a gift for working with children. She cared for our son from 3 months-2 years and has shared many play...
Sara W.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Arlington, VA
Kavaisha M.
5.0
Kay was the perfect babysitter for our 6 month old baby girl. She was on time, she bonded with baby Sicily right away and kept up with the schedule that I gave her before leaving. I would definitely recommend her and hire her again.
- Care member
Sarah L.
5.0
Sarah is a amazing newborn care specialist, i have hired her to help me take care of my newborn baby when she was as little as a month and Sarah has a lot of knowledge in this world and she is very very warm and trustworthy i trust her blindly with my baby!
she helped me to put my baby in a...
- Deborah M.
Samantha H.
5.0
I first met Samantha when I was working at summer camp with her. She was great with all of the kids, regardless of age. Samantha is so patient and willing to be present in every instance. She is there to learn the specific needs of the kid and cares for every aspect of the child.
- Raini A.
Andrea Quiroz A.
5.0
Andrea cared for our 18-month old for a week in a pinch and was AMAZING. Attentive, loving, totally trustworthy. Highly recommend.
- Eliana J.
Maria B.
5.0
It is with pleasure that I enthusiastically recommend Maria as a nanny. Maria was gracious to help us out as a last minute nanny when we temporarily relocated to Arlington, VA for a two-month appointment. She nannied for our two-year-old toddler in June and July 2023. Without a doubt, we would hire...
- Bryan F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Arlington, VA:
How can I find a Arlington babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Arlington, VA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 868 babysitters in Arlington, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Arlington, VA?
The average rate for Arlington, VA babysitters on Care.com is $20.03 per hour as of June 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Arlington, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Arlington, VA through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Arlington, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Arlington, VA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 364 reviews of the 868 listed babysitters.