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281 babysitters are listed in Harrisonburg, VA
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 3 years
Babysitters in Harrisonburg, VA
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting in the Haymarket/Gainesville area for over 8 years. I have experience with children 2- 13 years old.
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Samatha is top notch!!! If you want a nanny that your kids will absolutely love and whom you absolutely trust Samantha is it. She was our nanny last summer for our 9 year old triplets and she kept them to a schedule, to include lessons, and made sure they had fun...
Angela K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there!
I have 13+ years experience of babysitting, nannying, and teaching art and music for various families with kids of all ages. I'm an experienced cook and have done all of the typical nanny duties such as running errands, picking up/ dropping off, changing diapers, light housekeeping, dishes, laundry, designing...
Leah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leah is fantastic and we are so lucky to have her. She is patient and kind with our boys. She is always on time and is willing to help with anything we need, including help with homework, playing games, cleaning the kitchen, etc. She is also an amazing artist!...
Andrea S.
Analese P.
Harrisonburg, VA
$16-17/hr • 9 yrs exp
Babysitter To Make Your Life Easier And Your Kids Smile!!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation, errands, housekeeping, laundry, school work, etc! I also am able to train children in soccer and lacrosse if that is of any interest. I played college soccer my freshman year at Salisbury University and then transferred to James Madison University...
Analese can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Analese as a caregiver for kids - she has helped me for several years with my now 12 year old son. She has watched him during the day, at night as well as with many rides to/from activities and sports. She is very reliable and I trust her...
Danielle M.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madison I'm new to care. com but I've been babysitting for about 5 years. I've grown up watching kids in the church and in my family, as well as babysitting jobs, and I will make sure your child is my number one priority. I'm looking for a part-time/ full time job, and I am very trustworthy, reliable, and I...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids adore Madison. She has been so great and patient with my babies. Madison has watch my daughter sense she was 2 months old and my son sense he was 2 1/2 years old. She's always on time and very dependable! We are so thankful to have such a wonderful caring...
Megan S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Masha and I am currently a sophomore at James Madison University. I am home for winter break and would love to help out with families in need! I have 3 years of experience with babysitting children ranging from 1-12 years old, but I am comfortable extending to a wider range. I can help with any household chores,...
Masha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Masha was great with my 2 girls. She kept them busy without a lot of screen time. She responded quickly to all my communications. I will definitely hire her again."
Alaina G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I grew up the oldest in a large family (3 sisters and 1 brother), and as a result, have always gotten along well with kids. I have a very calm personality, and am straightforward but kind when interacting with others. Some of my favorite activities to do with children are building with Lego's, talking walks and identifying...
Jess can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very kind and attentive. A wonderful sitter."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I've been babysitting since I was 14. I absolutely love working with kids & Im very trust worthy and reliable. I have multiple references if needed.
I'd describe my personality as trustworthy, reliable, funny, and loving.
I like working with kids because I have nieces and nephews and I grew up with kids all around me, I...
5.0
"Leah was the first babysitter we have ever hired for our children and she was wonderful- so kind and sweet. She's a natural! Our children are 10 months and 1.5 years old and she kept us updated while we were out and the babies were laughing and playing with her...
Jeremy G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Katie B. I am from Richmond VA, and am currently a sophomore at James Madison University. I have over 5 years of experience with kids. I have been babysitting for as long as I remember, but also have served as a summer nanny in Richmond Virginia a few summers. I also have gotten the opportunity to work a travel nanny...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie has been a blessing to our family taking care of our 1 year old son. She is professional, kind and extremely reliable. Katie has helped us as a full time nanny and babysat date nights. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need. "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently on the Director team of an Outdoor Education Center for students ages K-12. We work with students during the day to ensure they are learning while being in a safe and positive environment.
In addition my previous work ahs included a summer camp counselor for campers ages 12-16. Where we live in cabins with...
Kara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great person Chris had a wonderful time ❤️ thank you so much for your time"
Care member
Julienne B.
Harrisonburg, VA
$20-21/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm Looking To Offer Babysitting Services For Consistent Weekdays Or For Babysitting On Weekends!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Julienne, I've had over 8 years of child care experience, watching children from the ages of a week old to 12 years old! I've been fortunate enough to work at my old Catholic school in Virginia Beach, Va watching the children who stay after school as well as working at a daycare. I'm currently a student and will...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jules is a wonderful caregiver for my two kids. They always have a great time when she watches them. She is reliable and has excellent communication before, during, and after."
Sarah P.
Katherine L.
Harrisonburg, VA
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a first time mom looking to make a little extra income for my family. I have been babysitting since I was 15, and I have a range of ages under my belt. I am a hands on babysitter. I like educational games and crafts, and I prefer playtime instead of tv or technology. My 5-month-old son will most likely have to join me on my...
5.0
"Katherine has a wonderful personality, and is punctual, dependable, and responsible. We would love to hire her for future babysitting needs!
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Shantasia W.
5.0
(1)
Nice to meet you! I just graduated from JMU with a degree in Interpersonal Communications. I love working with children and have had many years of experience ranging from babysitting to teaching. My love for kids started when I was volunteering at my church's child watch. I volunteered for over 8 years until I became then lead...
Hope can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Hope took great care of our two boys over the summer. She is trustworthy and full of positive energy. I would highly recommend her!"
Kelly C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a super fun, and energetic person fit for watching your kids! I adore children; in fact, my future career involves them. I am majoring in Inclusive Early Childhood Education. My degree will be in special education as well as general education. I love playing outside, playing indoor games, making creative crafts...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have had Isabella watch our youngest for a few hours during the day and also have had her watch all 3 of our girls in the evenings for a date night. She is outgoing, easy to communicate with, and flexible. Our girls look forward to seeing her again!"
Emily H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Oriana. I go to James Madison University and am looking for baby sitting jobs. I am a Media Arts and Design Major with a WRTC minor. I babysat a 16-month-old every weekday for 9 months and loved it so have the skills of feeding, changing and getting the child to nap. Previous to this I had helped my mom babysit...
Oriana can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Oriana took care of my one year old in late 2021-mid 2022. She was warm, kind, and very engaging. At times, my son struggled with being away from me, but she was patient and provided him with lots of comfort and reassurance. We miss her and would highly recommend...
Yeimarie L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sara and I am a college student. I have been babysitting since I was 14 and I am a certified babysitter. I am trained in CPR and first aid. I am patient and love to make others laugh. I am willing to cook, clean, and provide fun activities. I am responsible, organized, and always have a plan which means you won't...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sara was great! Five star review from our son! Would definitely hire again, she made us feel comfortable from the moment she stepped into our house. She was playful , sweet and a lot of fun. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
*18+ years of experience: nanny, camp counselor, Soccer & Lacrosse coach, Infant Supervisor in a large scale Daycare, Activities Director/Water Park Manager at a 4 diamond Resort *American Red Cross CPR/1st Aid instructor from April 2011 to 2015 *18 credit hours of Early Childhood Education *BS-SUNY Cortland in Recreation *Stay...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Becky is great! She teaches, supports & provides enrichment activities. We love her!"
Kathleen W.
Sarah M.
Harrisonburg, VA
$13-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I watched triplets over the summer and got used to cleaning up their house every day, as well. I am sort of a neat freak with my own space and actually enjoy cleaning. I attend JMU, but I have a lot of free time. I would love this opportunity!
5.0
(2)
Growing up with cats and dogs in the my own house and being a nanny for a family with their own dog, I am very comfortable around animals. I am currently a foster cat mom and work at an outdoor education center where we have a variety of frogs, turtles and snakes that I help take care of from bedding and water changes to...
Kara can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"We have used Kara on numerous occasions to house sit and take care of our furry family members and other pets. Our dogs have always received the best care from Kara. Kara is kind ,responsible and passionate about taken care of animals. She spends the night at our...
Charles N.
Krista C.
Harrisonburg, VA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 13 and I have experience with children from 6 months to 12 years old. I have experience with multiple kids and multiples.
Krista can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Krista always has a great attitude, high energy and is playful with children. She also comes on time and is dependable."
Lana P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Hayley! I am currently in nursing school so I am BLS certified. My schedule varies every week due to my clinical schedule. I would love to help out 1-3 days a week but it depends on the week when I am available. I am also looking to do one time or occasional babysitting. I have references available upon request. I have...
Hayley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We spent a week in VA Beach and Hayley watched our kids two mornings and one evening. Communication was excellent. The kids (2 years and 6 months) loved her and we felt immediately comfortable leaving them with her. She was flexible with the schedule, on time and...
Maria O.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Harrisonburg, VA
Samantha S.
5.0
Samatha is top notch!!! If you want a nanny that your kids will absolutely love and whom you absolutely trust Samantha is it. She was our nanny last summer for our 9 year old triplets and she kept them to a schedule, to include lessons, and made sure they had fun every day. We would have hired her...
- Angela K.
Leah D.
5.0
Leah is fantastic and we are so lucky to have her. She is patient and kind with our boys. She is always on time and is willing to help with anything we need, including help with homework, playing games, cleaning the kitchen, etc. She is also an amazing artist! We love Leah!
- Andrea S.
Analese P.
5.0
I highly recommend Analese as a caregiver for kids - she has helped me for several years with my now 12 year old son. She has watched him during the day, at night as well as with many rides to/from activities and sports. She is very reliable and I trust her immensely. She will keep kids safe and...
- Danielle M.
Madison G.
5.0
My kids adore Madison. She has been so great and patient with my babies. Madison has watch my daughter sense she was 2 months old and my son sense he was 2 1/2 years old. She's always on time and very dependable! We are so thankful to have such a wonderful caring and loving babysitter for our...
- Megan S.
Masha D.
5.0
Masha was great with my 2 girls. She kept them busy without a lot of screen time. She responded quickly to all my communications. I will definitely hire her again.
- Alaina G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Harrisonburg, VA:
How can I find a Harrisonburg babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Harrisonburg, 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 281 babysitters in Harrisonburg, 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 Harrisonburg, VA?
The average rate for Harrisonburg, VA babysitters on Care.com is $14.14 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 Harrisonburg, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Harrisonburg, 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 Harrisonburg, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Harrisonburg, VA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 57 reviews of the 281 listed babysitters.