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60 babysitters are listed in Gainesville, VA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Gainesville, VA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a certified elementary teacher with a huge love of all children! I have been working with children for about 10 years. I have worked with children from the ages of newborn to 16 years of age, and also worked with multiple children and special education students. I am also a dance teacher that specializes in all ages...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel sat for us while we were in Denver recently. she was punctual, sweet, responsible and through. My two year old is still asking for her! I would recommend Rachel to anyone looking for a great babysitter."
Tavis B.
Lorita B.
Gainesville, VA
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Part-Time Or Full-Time
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I retired from an administrative position with same company for 26 years. I'm dependable and trustworthy. I am looking for full or part-time child care. I have twin granddaughters, age 11, and have done occasional babysitting for them since they were born. Child care is a complete turn around from my previous career, but it is...
Lorita can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rita has cared for our little girl for the past 6 months (LO is 16 months old now). She is so good with her and our daughter just loves her. Rita reads with her, takes her on walks, plays with her, and is even tackling potty training! Rita is always punctual,...
Jillian M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Laiken, I am a junior in the nursing program at liberty University. I have seven years of experience working with a family of four ranging in age from infant to 11 years old. I've also worked with preschool and elementary age kids at my local church since I was in middle school. In addition to my experience...
Laiken can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I can't say enough great things about Laiken! She is dependable, always on time, and willing to take on extra hours as we need them. She is so wonderful with our 3 month old daughter. She took to her right away and gives her all the love and attention while...
Shiloh W.
Camila Q.
Gainesville, VA
$22/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm Camila And I'm 32 Years Old. My Journey Working With Kids Started In 2016.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started working with kids eight years ago, while finishing my degree. I started babysitting on the weekends, but it became my full time job. I realized, I enjoy working with children, and I'm good at it. This job is very rewarding, full of fond memories and endless learning!
In my spare time, I like to color and dance.
I'm...
Camila can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"She was patient and good with kids. I have a special needs kid who needed constant attention. Would definitely hire her again."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Christina! I'm currently in college looking for a part-time job babysitting. I have have been a caretaker for multiple families in the past and have experience with children of all ages. I am a patient, easygoing person and I hope I can be a good fit for your family.
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Chris is very sweet, attentive and genuinely loves children. We would absolutely rehire her again and again."
Candice C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience in babysitting and daycares. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I also love babysitting. Kids are my passion. I want to be an elementary school teacher. I'm studying at Nova to be a teacher. I moved and live out in Rixeyville now!
Paris can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My kids love Paris, she takes great care of them!"
Teri S.
Imanee M.
Gainesville, VA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking To Get Back Into A Career That Makes Me Feel Good About What I Do :)
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Imanee but I go by Moni. I really enjoy nannying and have
experience taking care of multiple
kids at once. I've nannied for 2 families simultaneously for the last 6 months while I was living in Chicago. I was able to pick up short term gigs in between the hours I worked for the other families, so I have plenty...
5.0
"Moni has been nannying for us 2x/week part time and she is wonderful and easy to work with. She is very engaged and enthusiastic with my one year old to keep her entertained. She has been very flexible with scheduling to our needs including helping with other...
Jennifer Z.
Heidi B.
Gainesville, VA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a mom of two boys and a full-time teacher. I have a lot of experience caring for dogs and have two dogs of my own.
Rosemarie P.
Gainesville, VA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Have A Lot Of Experience Working With Infants And Toddlers, One Of The Best Work Experience.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always been interested in work that involves helping others and making a positive impact
It makes me happier and more positive person in my day-to-day life. Children also encourage me to use my imagination and find new creative ways to do things
One of the best parts of working with kids is that it's almost guaranteed...
Rosemarie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Rose was super reliable, fun, loving and interactive with our two young kids. I would highly recommend her to any family. She also so really great at organizing! "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have three years' experience in early childhood teaching, with ages 0-5 years, particularly with infants, and have been a nanny for three years for ages 0-11. I also coached after-school chess for elementary kids, up until the pandemic. My current main job is as a swim instructor. As an aspiring writer and English Major, I...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have had the pleasure of working with Rachel for the past several weeks. She has been a great nanny to our kids (10yo and 7yo). Rachel has taken great care to ensure that the kids' needs are being met with virtual learning, and brings more to the table to help...
Demetrius A.
Prabhdeep N.
Gainesville, VA
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Prabh. I'm a part time college student with over 4 years of professional childcare experience. Growing up in a large family with many kids inspired me to pursue an education and career in Childhood Development and Psychology. I am very lucky to have found a field that I am passionate about! Over the years I have...
Prabhdeep can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We needed a babysitter on sorry notice and Prabh came through for us! She is so professional and responsive and just lovely to work with in general. She is wonderful! The kids had so much fun that they wanted her to stay and play even after we got home. I would...
Jessamyn L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 3 adult children. My husband and I moved here in July 2020 due to his employment. I prefer caring for infants. I enjoy spending time with children reading, playing games and going for walks. I completed CPR and First Aid Training in May 2021 and keep my certification current. I am fully vaccinated. I have...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Amy to watch our little one when he was 4 months old and our family quickly felt comfortable with her caring for him. Our little one trusted Amy very easily as well which was assuring. Amy is very engaging, hands on and thought of different activities to...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a mother of two boys (ages 7 and 8) and also work full time as a high school teacher in Fairfax county. I have been teaching for 11 years. I am looking for jobs that work around my schedule so that I can supplement my teacher income.
Heidi can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Heidi for many years. She is caring, responsible and professional!"
Colleen M.
I'd describe my personality as calm , responsible and always laughing
I like working with kids because they are most precious and the all have different personalities and I get along with kids very easy.
I'm looking for a job that is a part time babysitting job .
I started working with kids when I was 15 , I am 21 now
My...
Lethabo can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lorena G.
Gainesville, VA
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/babysitter Looking For Full Or Part Time Job.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lorena. I am bilingually fluent in the languages of English and Spanish. I am a legal United States resident with 12 years of child care experience consisting of both infants and toddlers. My most recent family was four years in duration with the back to back births of their two delightful children. I absolutely love...
Lorena can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hii, I am Juliette.
I care for children ranging in ages from infants to 13 years old.
I ensure children are bath, fed, and in bed prior to the parent's return.
Play with children and read bedtime stories, improving children's interest in reading and storytelling.
Complete housekeeping chores, like cooking, clean and organize...
Juliette can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Good communication skills and compassion. She's patience and understanding with the people around her"
Francesca Z.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Full-time employee seeking evening or weekend sitting.
Experience includes mentoring children during summer camps (both athletic and religious), babysitting for children varying from the ages of 1-12, preparing meals for the kids, and dealing with bedtime. Many of the kids I have worked with have an allergy of some sort...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as happy person
Caring about others loving , gentle, sweet
I like working with kids because I have a premature baby and I struggle a lot with her so I appreciate kids a lot I have a lot a patience with kids
I'm looking for a job that pay at good rate for doing what I like which is caring for...
Hi there! I am a recent graduate of the University of Dallas where I studied Philosophy and Art. I have experience with nannying, tutoring elementary and middle school students, and substitute teaching. I love working with children of any age and believe in providing an organized, active, and fun environment for them.
Hi! I'm a recently graduated student who just moved to Gainesville, VA! I'm passionate of taking care kids of all ages as I have experience with caring for my own niece and nephew. I love being able to go on adventures, having a good time, and honestly having the kids consider me as a friend over a regular sitter! I concluded...
Pooja can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gainesville, VA
Rachel S.
5.0
Rachel is the most amazing nanny I have ever met. She loves our son like her own and is so loving, responsible, flexible to our needs, and responsive. I don't want to share her ha ha, but she is awesome :) I feel completely trusting with her. Rachel, you and your sweet family are so wonderful!
- Brandt H.
Lorita B.
5.0
Rita is the best. She's caring, smart, punctual, and loving. She raised my son from 6 months to 2 years. While she no longer watches our son, we still get together. She's like family.
- Joshua C.
Laiken Z.
5.0
I can't say enough great things about Laiken! She is dependable, always on time, and willing to take on extra hours as we need them. She is so wonderful with our 3 month old daughter. She took to her right away and gives her all the love and attention while following her schedule perfectly. We would...
- Shiloh W.
Camila Q.
5.0
She was patient and good with kids. I have a special needs kid who needed constant attention. Would definitely hire her again.
- Care member
Christina P.
5.0
Chris is very sweet, attentive and genuinely loves children. We would absolutely rehire her again and again.
- Candice C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gainesville, VA:
How can I find a Gainesville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Gainesville, 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 47 babysitters in Gainesville, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Gainesville, VA?
The average rate for Gainesville, VA babysitters on Care.com is $19.57 per hour as of May 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 Gainesville, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Gainesville, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 30 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.