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Alyssa T.
The Plains, VA
$25-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
Interactive And Fun Nanny! Open To Regular Work (PT Or FT)
I am a married 30 y/o non-smoker with a Masters degree. I absolutely love kids and my 3 y/o niece is arguably my favorite person ever. I am kind, fun, reliable, and punctual. I have had a myriad of experiences with children ranging from babysitting, raising my younger sisters, volunteering with children who participate in the...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alyssa T.
The Plains, VA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
My primary experience has been assisting my three younger sisters with their homework in all subjects as they've grown. Since I moved from the Midwest to the East Coast in 2015, I have adapted my tutoring style to be able to help from afar. I am extremely patient and feel that my strength is my ability to explain concepts in...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I would be delighted to run errands for you (I own an SUV; easily pick-up larger items) and perform odd jobs as needed. I have planned and executed many large- and small-scale events (primarily through my corporate - global law firm - experience). I am capable of hanging/mounting pictures; light grounds maintenance and...
Alyssa T.
The Plains, VA
$20-25/hr
I am extremely patient, gentle, and kind which I've found are key characteristics for caregivers working with those with disabilities and special needs. I have worked as a tutor/teachers assistant for a special needs class for Elementary - High School aged children. I have also volunteered with the Down Syndrome Guild of Greater...
Alyssa T.
The Plains, VA
$20-25/hr
I am extremely detail oriented, respectful of others' privacy and personal belongings, and very organized. Happy to provide both 'surface level' cleaning and straightening up as well as 'deep' cleaning. I can do full- or partial-home cleaning and/or work out a regular schedule so that different areas of the home are addressed...
Alyssa can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, dusting, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
I provide dog sitting in your own home and am available to pick-up and take dog(s) to park for a walk or walk in your area. Will send cute photo updates! I have two dogs and have had dogs my entire life. Love dogs of all sizes, breeds, and ages.
Alyssa can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Jackie A.
The Plains, VA
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Jackie, I'm a current sophomore at Georgetown but I'm home for the summer, and I'm excited to hopefully start working with kids. While I have no paid experience watching kids, I have lots of younger cousins who I've cared for over the years. I own a car and I'm happy to do housework, shop/pick up groceries or run...
Jackie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an experienced babysitter with over 5 years of experience caring for children between the ages of newborn to 11 years old. As a college student majoring in Biology and minoring in Child Psychology, I have developed an understanding of child development and the importance of providing a safe and nurturing environment...
Maliha can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My family hired Mia for a number of months on a recurring weekly basis. During her time with us she was a joy to have in the home. She spent her days entertaining and caring for my one year old son who just adored her. He would see her come into the house and give...
Ashley V.
5.0
(2)
Hi, I'm Sol! I am an responsible, caring, and energetic babysitter. I have experience as a church childcare volunteer, a neighborhood babysitter, and an eldest sister and cousin. As an artist and designer, I love doing arts and crafts! I also enjoy exploring nature, playing outside, and creating some fun games for your kiddos! I...
Sol can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I am able to enjoy my date night with my husband knowing that Sol is taking care of my daughter. My daughter is always excited when Sol gets home to take care of her. Furthermore, she is responsible, fun and a caring person. Look no more, she is the best sitter...
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Nyah K.
Haymarket, VA
$15-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Nyah and I am a sophomore at Virginia State University! My experience with babysitting started at age 12. I started to venture out and babysit children in my neighborhood and different neighborhoods near me. I would watch children independently around the age of 13. I have experience with all ages (starting with...
Nyah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Nyah is an excellent caretaker! From the first moment she met my children, they took to her immediately and my daughter can be a bit reserved meeting new people. Needless to say, she melted into Nyah's arms. I am beyond grateful for her services and will definitely...
Erika N.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience as a caregiver with a CNA VIRGINIA License,
I can assist anyone of any age and gender.
I took care of previous clients and I helped them and cooked, and fed them, bathed them, gave any medications, transported them to the doctors, read to them, did their chores, and helped assist them to the car to...
Liset can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Chasity, I enjoy interacting with children & learning with them. I am 21 with currently 2 years of college. I thrive in small and intimate settings versus large corporate productions. This is because I can tend to individuals with care and intent as I would desire for myself. It is my goal to own my own day care...
Chasity can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Chasity was with our family for several babysitting sessions. My three and six year old girls adored playing hide and go seek with her, reading books, and doing arts and crafts. She was very sweet and nurturing with both girls. She arrived on time and was very...
Jared F.
Avni T.
Haymarket, VA
$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Avni and I am a recent Virginia Tech graduate. I graduated with my Bachelors in Biochemistry and am currently taking a gap year before I apply to professional school. I have two years of experience working as a private tutor in a multitude of subjects and can provide assistance with anything that's needed. My top...
5.0
"Avni did a fantastic job watching over our two kids. She was right on time and made sure to ask about details like the location of the first aid kit. We'd definitely hire her again."
Patricia A.
Hillary H.
Aldie, VA
$14-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Looking For A Great Family Starting Sept/Oct.
5.0
(1)
Hello families! I am a mother of two daughters (3 and 9). I have over 14 years of experience babysitting, nannying, and working in other childcare settings. I am comfortable with all ages, infant and above. While in my care, your child(ren) will be treated with all the same love, care, and attention, as my own. We love crafts,...
Hillary can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Hillary worked for us for 6 months and we absolutely loved her. Unfortunately we moved out of state, otherwise she would still be our nanny now."
Stephanie S.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
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
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a 19-year-old nanny who loves art and baking sweet treats from scratch. I have been drawn to working in childcare ever since I was young. Growing up I would often look after my younger relatives as well as children belonging to close family friends. As a High School senior I took two courses on early childhood development...
Arabella can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I should call her Mary Poppins, only she didn’t have an umbrella. Lol. Really helped out my family in a pinch and my daughter loved her. Very grateful. ☺️"
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I am not currently seeking new babysitting/nannying positions. Thank you for your interest and best of luck finding a wonderful sitter!
Matea can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Matea helped me organize my babies clothes and toys. It was a great help. Thank you so much. And while I didn't hire for child care, her interaction with the girls was great."
Hodan A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm currently a JMU student pursuing my masters in occupational therapy. I've had experiencing nannying for families and used to work for a daycare center. I adore working with kids and hope to pursue it as a career in the future. I hope I get a chance to meet your family and assist in any way possible!
Kiley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Kiley was an awesome babysitter and we definitely will hire her again! She was able to help us out within 24hrs of needing a sitter and she was wonderful with our 6 month old. We recommend her to anyone looking for a great babysitter!"
Jessica G.
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, 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
(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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, 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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in The Plains, VA
Maliha A.
5.0
Mia has been so wonderful with my toddler son! She is patient and unflappable, and she is very caring with our dog as well. I appreciate that Mia is proactive about encouraging my son's exploration. They spend time reading, playing, and having outdoor adventures. He's very comfortable with her and...
- Jenny P.
Sol B.
5.0
I am able to enjoy my date night with my husband knowing that Sol is taking care of my daughter. My daughter is always excited when Sol gets home to take care of her. Furthermore, she is responsible, fun and a caring person. Look no more, she is the best sitter ever!
- Care member
Nyah K.
5.0
Nyah is absolutely amazing! We hired her full time for our son when he was 3 months old until he was 9 months. We even delayed putting him in daycare we loved her so much. It shows how much she cares about children and she went above and beyond working on skills with him and really giving him the...
- Kathleen C.
Chasity L.
5.0
Chasity was with our family for several babysitting sessions. My three and six year old girls adored playing hide and go seek with her, reading books, and doing arts and crafts. She was very sweet and nurturing with both girls. She arrived on time and was very polite. I would recommend using her as...
- Jared F.
Avni T.
5.0
Avni did a fantastic job watching over our two kids. She was right on time and made sure to ask about details like the location of the first aid kit. We'd definitely hire her again.
- Patricia A.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in The Plains, VA:
How can I find a The Plains babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in The Plains, 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 7 babysitters in The Plains, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 The Plains, VA?
The average rate for The Plains, VA babysitters on Care.com is $18.86 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 The Plains, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in The Plains, 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.