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173 babysitters are listed in Herndon, VA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Herndon, VA
Danielle J.
Herndon, VA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a first grade teacher working in McLean. I have about 8 years experience with children in a school setting, but I also have two younger brothers that I looked after while I was growing up (the youngest being 20 now!) I love finding new ways for children to learn and have fun! I am a compassionate, patient,...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle was responsive and even reached out to connect with us before our date. She was an instant hit with our children, and us, AND our pets! Such a lovely personality. It gave us peace of mind and relief to know we found a competent, prompt, reliable person...
Robert D.
Grace C.
Herndon, VA
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Trustworthy Caregiver: Your Child's Safety And Happiness Are My Priority
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families,
As a mother of a toddler and with eight years of caregiving experience, I understand firsthand the importance of finding a caregiver who not only provides excellent care but also fosters a nurturing and supportive environment for your children. With boundless energy and a deep passion for childcare, I am excited...
5.0
"Selfishly I don't want to write this because it will likely mean that Grace won't be available every time I need her...This is my first time leaving my daughter with someone other than family or close friends. Grace arrived early, giving us enough time to connect...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a nanny since my teenage years for different families, part-time and full-time and different ages. I have many experiences with kids of all ages. I am currently a mother of two teenagers 14 and 15-year-old. I have been a stay at home mom for the last year. I volunteer with childcare at my church, ages newborn -...
Mirna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Very sweet, loving, honest, trustworthy woman!!! Great with kids, very creative with them too."
Yanira L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Jenny! I have been a full time nanny for four years, taught Pre-K for three, and am currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Physical and Health Education.
When I partner with a family, I value strong communication and cooperation with parents and guardians to provide the best care and stability for the kiddos....
Jenny can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer is absolutely wonderful! She's dependable and caring, warm yet structured. I'd trust her with anything in regards to childcare (pickup, drop offs, day outings, overnights, or a couple hours needed in a pinch). She's engaging and hands on. She's babysat our...
Catherine L.
Helen O.
Herndon, VA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Well Educated Nanny/sitter With Educational Experience
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 25 years of experience working with infants and children. I am an education forward childcare professional who focuses on the holistic development of the child and provides a nurturing and fun environment. I have formal child development qualifications and a PhD in educational development. I am a certified newborn care...
Helen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Wow, just wow! We are so lucky to have had time with Nanny Helen (and will absolutely have many many more days together). She is extremely warm, intelligent, positive and thoughtful with the children (and with me as a mom). Her experience is evident immediately...
Emily I.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in office positions for about 20 years and am looking for a change. In my past office life I have done tech research, worked for a quasi-government loan/financial company and have managed an agile training office and done invoicing/AR (light financial) work. At home, I love to bake, spend time outside gardening and...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship & more
5.0
"Amanda just started helping me this month and has been an amazing help already! I recently became permanently disabled and am still learning to manage a new lifestyle. In a short time she has been helped me with numerous household tasks, meal prep, and other odds...
Mary K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Camila, I've always taken care of my nephews (I have 2 boys and 2 girls), today they are teenagers and I really miss them little ones, helping with school homework, playing, putting them to sleep, I really I love working with children!
I have over 10 years of experience including with twins. I'm looking for a way to...
Camila can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Camilla is excellent with kids and young children - she makes them comfortable and engages with them to play, read and keep them mentally occupied.
She is always on Time, very organized and follows our schedule and maintains our kids normal routines. We trust...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I've been babysitting since I was 13 and am now 18. I'm energetic and engaging, and enjoy being a sitter. I'm comfortable with and have mostly worked with kids ages 3+. I'm available weekdays after school and most weekends.
Natalia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Chatted before meeting. Well spoken and punctual. "
Care member
Luz A.
Herndon, VA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lucy. I would like to start off by saying that I'm a mother myself and understand the importance of finding a loyal child care provider.
I have plenty of experience caring for children of all ages. My expertise are infants to preteens. I love and adore all children. I am a firm believer children flourish with...
Luz can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our two-year-old daughter is starting school soon, and our incredibly sweet, kind, loving, patient, and wise nanny will be in need of a full-time role with a new family starting sometime after July 5. She is fully vaccinated and absolutely adores babies, and it...
Ginger C.
Rachel C.
Herndon, VA
$15-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My names Rachel, I clean and organize most household rooms from, kitchens, bedrooms, and bathrooms. I provide light tidying as well as deep cleaning. I also do laundry, meal prep and run errands (grocery shopping, laundromat, package drop off, etc). If I can be of service please send me a message with the specific hours...
Rachel can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"She is very helpful, and accommodating, just remember if you have her working outdoors to make sure you use insect repellent of some kind, I felt horrible, she wasn't expecting to work outside and I didn't have any insect repellent candles or anything going and she...
Angela N.
Ana M.
Herndon, VA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Ana can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
3.8
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have work at a Tae kwon do Academy for about 2 years: watching many children during our summer camps. Through my job I was offered many baby sitting jobs. I had baby-sat for 2 children ages 6, and 3. Another family with a child age of 7. etc. I have had many experiences with children through my job and through my own personal...
Leslie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Leslie provides us with both child care and pet care services routinely and she's always thorough and the kids and pets love her!"
Edward C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Anissa and at 23 years old I have spent the vast majority of my life around pets! From family, friends, to neighbors I have always loved giving people peace of mind knowing that their pets are well cared for and their homes are secure. I am available to provide assistance on a reoccurring basis or for one time...
Anissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Anissa took care of our Siberian Forest cat and African Pygmy hedgehog while we were out of town for a week. She sent us updates every day, including pictures, to let us know how they were doing and we returned home to two, healthy, happy pets. She gave our cat the...
Justin C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents! My name is Chrissy, and I am currently pursuing a masters degree in School Counseling.
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old but have been around kids and infants for as long as I can remember. I have a great deal of professional experience working with kids. I was a counselor at a two week overnight...
Chrissy can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Chrissy started with our family in September of 2020 and has been a life saver. During this weird time, when we have all been at home all the time, Chrissy found a way to keep our boys engaged, happy and away from mom and dad while we worked. Our boys look forward...
Elizabeth W.
Elise S.
Herndon, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have pet sat since before I was 12 & continue to do so. Currently being a nanny I take care if the pets when the families are away. Including covering the pet sitting business my one client has. Will to stay in home for overnights.
Elise can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Lydia W.
Herndon, VA
$12-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Lydia and I'm originally from Southern California but moved out to Colorado to attend The University of Colorado at Boulder. I graduated in May of 2021 and have since moved to Denver. I have been taking care of children since I was one! But most recently speaking I was a nanny for a 1-year-old for a year and then...
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Ella. I have six years of experience as a nanny and three years as a swim coach. I look forward to hearing from you!
Ella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Ella was wonderful with my daughter. My daughter had a blast with her. I would definitely higher her again."
Rudmila C.
4.7
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I cared for a wonderful woman who was terminally ill, I would bathe her, give her medication, cook and feed her and kept her home clean. I enjoy taking care of people and look forward to new opportunities
Rosario can also help with: Companionship, personal care, light cleaning, respite care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Rosario is very dependable, arrived on time, went above and beyond to take good care of my husband while I was away. She is a very compassionate and caring person. I would definitely hire her again."
Care member
Lydia W.
Herndon, VA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lydia and I'm originally from Southern California but moved out to Colorado to attend The University of Colorado at Boulder. I graduated in May of 2021 and have since moved to Denver.
I have been taking care of children since I was one myself! But more recently speaking, I was a nanny for a 1-year-old for a year,...
Lydia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Awesome with kids and incredibly responsible!"
Brianna R.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 31 years old, and have plenty of experience with young children, including my own 2-year-old son who keeps me on my toes! I have babysat on occasion and worked for two years at a preschool in Great Falls, VA. I worked with the 2-year-old class and the 5-year-old class, planning activities and supervising the classroom. I...
Gillian can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Herndon, VA
Danielle J.
5.0
Danielle was responsive and even reached out to connect with us before our date. She was an instant hit with our children, and us, AND our pets! Such a lovely personality. It gave us peace of mind and relief to know we found a competent, prompt, reliable person with whom we can occasionally leave...
- Robert D.
Grace C.
5.0
Grace not only was polite, professional, and punctual but she had a very warm and welcoming personality that spilled over to our usually shy boys to the point that they opened up instantly gravitating to her. She kept them entertained, did homework with them, and ensured the boys conducted their...
- Wesley D.
Mirna C.
5.0
Mirna was fantastic! Warm, kind and extremely caring. She was on time, very professional and completely put us at ease watching our infant daughter. She cared for our child in accordance with our wishes and went the extra mile for us. We would highly recommend Mirna!
- Christa S.
Jenny O.
5.0
Jennifer is absolutely wonderful! She's dependable and caring, warm yet structured. I'd trust her with anything in regards to childcare (pickup, drop offs, day outings, overnights, or a couple hours needed in a pinch). She's engaging and hands on. She's babysat our now 4 yr old girl and 20 mo old...
- Catherine L.
Helen O.
5.0
First class service! I was really impressed with all the activities and detailed notes Helen left after spending one day with my 1 yr old daughter! Very positive impact on my kids and family! Would definitely rehire on the next opportunity!
- Leticia C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Herndon, VA:
How can I find a Herndon babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Herndon, 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 173 babysitters in Herndon, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Herndon, VA?
The average rate for Herndon, VA babysitters on Care.com is $19.34 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 Herndon, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Herndon, 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 Herndon, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Herndon, VA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 118 reviews of the 173 listed babysitters.