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178 babysitters are listed in Springfield, VA
The average rate is $19/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Springfield, VA
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
As a nanny and babysitter for over 10 years, I love working with kids. From energetic twins, to newborns just discovering the world around them.
Melis can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Melis was so good with our child, who was a year old at then time. She kept him active, engaged in activities with other kids at our local library, playgrounds, and other play areas. And he loved it and absolutely adored her.
Melis is also highly dependable and...
Kristin G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of four children. I consider myself a warm-loving, responsible, enthusiastic, organized, and a patient person, who loves children and takes care of them as if they were my own. I am licensed in CPR and First Aid. I have been taking care of children for the past 15 years working in my own daycare for three years and...
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey parents! My name is Luisa and I am looking for a part-time job, I considered myself as an energetic, creative, trustworthy, and loving person with experience in taking care
of children of different ages. I am able to create safe and fun environments for kids,
understanding their needs and parent's expectations.
I have been...
Luisa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Luisa has been a wonderful babysitter. She knows how to interact with the kid and takes personal interest in finding creative ways to work with the kid. We found Luisa to be very punctual, caring and a lovable person. After noticing that my toddler is interested...
Neeraja Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started babysitting in 2007. I have taken care of newborns, babies, toddlers, even teenagers! From full time, date nights, early mornings, to just after school care, one time only, back up, last minute, etc. I always have flexibility and commitment. Also, I have had the opportunity to take care of children from all backgrounds...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of children since I was 12/13 but officially began paid babysitting 3 years ago. Since then I have worked with all age ranges from babies all the way to teenagers. love children and love taking care of them! I have plenty of experience with changing diapers and doing nap times, as well as feeding and...
Riley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our son LOVES Riley! She has great energy and patience which is really important for a little one. She is flexible when I need to make changes to the schedule and has tons of different types of experience with child care. We are so happy we found her!"
Emily G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Passionate pet caregiver with a love for animals of all kinds. Experienced in providing attentive care, ensuring pets are happy and healthy. Reliable and dedicated to creating a positive environment. Ready to shower your furry friends with love and attention!
Iman can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amazing!! I can't thank her enough. I wish I could take her to California with us, my family loves her!"
Shannan B.
Hope S.
Springfield, VA
$20-32/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a Navy Mom of two. We're a very active family, who loves sports and activities in the city. I have experience with infants, toddlers, school age children, and Special Needs. My youngest is on the Spectrum so I am very comfortable and confident in helping with the needs your child might have. I like to plan activities for...
Hope can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is wonderful! Did an amazing job with our baby who warmed up to her right away. "
Evangeline H.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a CNA and have over 10 years experience in senior care. I can help with several things for your loved one and can work overnights as well!
Fikirte can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Fikirte was a great help for my family! She took excellent care of my mom and had a great relationship with her :)"
Mikael M.
Collette J.
Springfield, VA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for numerous families over the years and still even babysit for them for date nights and consider them family. I have over 14 years experience with children ranging from 6 weeks old to age 16 and even have experience with twins. I am a fun and energetic babysitter who truly enjoys seeing kids smile and laugh....
Collette can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Collette was responsive, proactive and took time to get to know our 8 y/o. She asked great questions and was warm and open. She was comfortable with our dog. She sent updates throughout and our child had a great time with her. Would definitely hire her again!"
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Mercedes W.
Springfield, VA
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
(13)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a babysitter with more of 10 years of experience. I am CPR and First Aid Certified.
I babysit kids of all ages and groups too.
I play with them, help with the homework, cook for them, go to their activities. Reading, exploring and doing things or sports inside and outside is the way that I love to caring them.
I like...
Mercedes can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mercedes was a godsend for us! My wife desperately needed a break while on maternity leave and Mercedes took care of our infant two afternoons a week. She was amazing. So kind, caring, and calming for us as anxious new parents. Mercedes took wonderful care of our...
David O.
5.0
(15)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Carolin, I live in Springfield and I am a Newborn Care Specialist and Nanny. I was born and raised in Germany but have lived in the US since 2002. I have 19 years of experience working with children of all ages, but have focused my work and studies on infants in recent years.
I am reliable, professional, energetic,...
Carolin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carolin is everything you want in a babysitter---knowledgeable, energetic, friendly, and so much more. Carolin is the first baby sitter we've ever had with our five month old and we couldn't be more happy. She took the time to go over everything and asked questions...
Megan M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My experience with child care includes working at 3 different daycare centers in the past that had ages ranging from 1-12 and babysitting for various Care. com families. I am a college graduate and majored in International Studies and minored in Dance. I am currently pursuing my dream job as a dance instructor and choreographer...
Fatima can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fatima has been my children's most favorite nanny so far. We are so sad that we had to move and wish we could've kept her with us forever! She is truly responsible and trustworthy. Could always depend on her to be on time or handle any situations. My kiddos looked...
Jillian L.
Hannah T.
Springfield, VA
$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've been babysitting and nannying since I was 12 years old, and have 4 younger siblings that I watch all the time. I love kids and helping them learn and grow.
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"Hannah is a child whisperer. She doesn't get ruffled, loves to play, treats kids with respect, and has high expectations for them. She's our very favorite sitter. I never, ever, worry when the kids are left in her care. She feels like family, that's how much we...
Jackie A.
Alicia C.
Springfield, VA
$23/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Alicia! I've been working with children of all ages since I was young whether it was caring for my younger siblings, babysitting neighborhood children, or summer camps and church service childcare. I studied social work in college and went on to pursue a career in child welfare where I worked with families in crisis. Most...
5.0
"Alicia you was a joy to work with and did a great job with my 11 month old twins. She was on time, thoughtful, easy to talk to, and willing to do what was requested. We will definitely hire her again soon."
Care member
Chloe V.
Springfield, VA
$16-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for about 6 years and I've always loved it! I've cared for rage of ages from about 1-13 years old. I also have experience watching and doing volunteer work with special needs children. I'm super energetic and love playing with kids but also can help out with school and homework if needed! I'm CPR certified,...
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chloe is amazing and super easy to work with! Great communication before and during the job, showed up right on time, and had no issues with all the instructions/directions I sent her way. My boys had a lot of fun, thank you!"
Paul K.
Ashly B.
Springfield, VA
$21/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hey there,
I'm Ashly and I am a college student.
I started babysitting for neighborhood families when I was 13 years old and as I got older I volunteered to be a summer camp counselor where I would plan daily activities for a total of 10 kids. After summer camp was through I became a court monitor for a trampoline park where I...
Ashly can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"We hired Ashly to watch our one year old for a few hours. Ashly communicated well, was on time and polite. My little girl took to her immediately and we came home to a happy, well-fed and well-rested baby! Would definitely hire her again!"
Rachel S.
Mehreen N.
Springfield, VA
$32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have been taking care of younger children ever since I've been a teenager. I have grown up with younger cousins and my aunts and uncles always ask me to help take care of them. As an adult, my co-workers have turned to me to babysit for them when they need a day/night out! I am a full-time school counselor for Fairfax...
Mehreen can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"There aren't enough amazing things to say about Mehreen!! From the first meeting, we felt comfortable with her caring for our one year old in our home. She listened to our schedule/timeline, asked appropriate questions, and seemed knowledgeable of age-appropriate...
Barbara T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jessica, I'm 32, and I've been providing childcare for over 10 years. Along with babysitting and nannying, I've also worked in day cares and preschools. I welcomed my own little one in 2016!
In my opinion, the most important qualities a nanny should have are patience and the ability to get goofy! Caring for...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were lucky to have Jessica as our nanny between when I returned to work to when we moved (when our son was between 3 and 6 months old). I was so nervous to find someone to watch our son in general, let alone during a pandemic. However, Jessica had all of the...
Catherine G.
Tipyan A.
Springfield, VA
$32-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a bachelor's degree. I have always loved children and I have 4 younger siblings of my own that I grew up babysitting so I have plenty of experience watching out for children along with different babysitting jobs. I am also fluent in Arabic as well as English. Please...
Tipyan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Tipyan is LOVELY! She occasionally sits for us when we need support on weekends or evenings. I have a 4 year old and a 7 year old and they adore her. She is always on time and is super flexible and understanding. Thank you for all you!"
Care member
Katherine R.
Springfield, VA
$26-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in a home daycare center for the past 9 years. I love working with the children (the ages range from 3 months old to 12 years old). I really enjoy working with the children and providing them with a safe, loving and playful environment that allows them to learn and grow. Some activities I enjoy to do with...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kathy is AMAZING! My son loves her. She's sat for us multiple times, including overnights. She's dependable, on time and wonderful. I never worry when she's sitting for us. Will continue to hire her :)"
Lauren P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Springfield, VA
Melis S.
5.0
Melis was fantastic with my daughter. She was always punctual and dependable. She was my daughters first babysitter and my daughter quickly got very comfortable with her. I highly recommend her! Thank you Melis for being so wonderful!
- Yani P.
Luisa V.
5.0
Luisa has been a wonderful addition to our care team for our child. She is very loving, caring and super attentive toward our child. She is proactive to ask us questions about caring for our child and naturally helps out with additional household tasks like washing dishes, sweeping, mopping,...
- Oluoma E.
Riley R.
5.0
Our son LOVES Riley! She has great energy and patience which is really important for a little one. She is flexible when I need to make changes to the schedule and has tons of different types of experience with child care. We are so happy we found her!
- Emily G.
Iman M.
5.0
We were visiting from out of town & had an Appt to go to, so Iman came to the hotel and watched our 3 kids for a few hours. She played games with the kids and took them swimming in the hotel pool. They had a great time with her & didn't want her to leave! We Will definitely try to use her again when...
- Erin M.
Hope S.
5.0
Hope was everything I could've wished out of a babysitter! She is super friendly attentive and super caring and a blast for my kids to hang out with to the point my daughter started crying when she had to go home. 10/10 will book again
- Malik R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Springfield, VA:
How can I find a Springfield babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Springfield, 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 178 babysitters in Springfield, 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 Springfield, VA?
The average rate for Springfield, VA babysitters on Care.com is $19.12 per hour as of April 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 Springfield, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Springfield, 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 Springfield, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Springfield, VA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 190 reviews of the 178 listed babysitters.