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77 after school babysitters are listed in Harrisonburg, VA
The average rate is $13/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 4 years
After school babysitters in Harrisonburg, VA
I am an elementary education student at James Madison University. Through this experience, my experience being an older sister, and my babysitting experience I have cared for children and really love spending time with children. I want to gain more experience with child care before I am a licensed teacher as well as help out...
Safiyah can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Carlisle (or Carli) and I am a sophomore at James Madison University (age 20), majoring in Psychology with a focus on child development. I have been babysitting on and off since I was 13 and have a lot of younger cousins that I help out with. I am super energetic and loving doing crafts and playing games. I can also...
Carlisle can also help with: Craft assistance
Chelsea W.
Harrisonburg, VA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
3 Year Work Experience As A Nanny, Babysitter For Over 8 Years; Absolutely Love Children! Hoping For A Full-Time Position With A Great Loving Family.
I was a nanny for three and a half years for a wonderful family with two daughters. I started with them when the girls were 5 and 3 and are now currently 8 and 6. I am now a stay at home mother looking to take in one or two more children in a loving a nurturing environment. Please feel free to contact me for references and...
Chelsea can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Eve S.
Harrisonburg, VA
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
2.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has a few years of experience caring for children. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitask, so minimum supervision is required. With all my...
Eve can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
Hi! My name is Hailey and I am looking for part time babysitting jobs while studying as a full time student at a University. I have been nannying for three years and enjoy working with children as I am able to see them grow and learn everyday. I am a very organized and patient person and prioritize making children feel safe and...
Hailey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Hi! My name is Maddy. I have been babysitting all throughout high school, mostly for family and family friends. Last year I worked at an elementary after school/ summer recreation program in Harrisonburg for RCPS. I worked there for a little over a year. I helped monitor and take care of 35+ kids a day ranging from pre-k to...
Madelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
I have 4 years of experience with caring for kids, as I have many nieces and nephews. I am willing to help with just about anything relating to pet setting and child care.
Emilee can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Chelsea S.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Looking For Winter Break And Potentially Summer Sitting Job:)
Hello! My name is Chelsea, and I am currently a Computer Information Systems major at James Madison University, seeking employment during my winter break and potentially throughout the summer. I am completely flexible and available at any time during the specified periods. With previous childcare experience from working at a...
Chelsea can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 7 years of experience in childcare. I can help with light housekeeping, errands, pets, and have often helped with carpooling in the past! I have worked with ages 6 weeks to 12 years old and have an associates degree in Early Childhood Development.
Bailey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emily C.
Harrisonburg, VA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello I am Emily, I have been babysitting since I was 14! I am available sometimes after school and during the weekends! I am currently a Sophomore at James Madison University so I have a lot of free time on my hands!
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Rachel B.
Harrisonburg, VA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am Rachel , a rising sophomore at James Madison University. I am a nursing major involved in Army ROTC and have been babysitting for about 5 years! I have experience with kids of all ages and can provide plenty of references.
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Madison G.
Harrisonburg, VA
$16-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a masters level school counseling student at JMU, I have already completed numerous courses regarding childhood development and have spent over 100 hours completing my practicum at an elementary school. As my program continues, I will receive over 300 hours of training in both high school and middle schools. Some of my...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hello! My name is Makenna, I am a senior at James Madison University majoring in health sciences and on the path to become a Nurse Practitioner. I have 8 years of experience caring for children from newborn-10 years old. I also enjoy helping with light housekeeping and other potential demands if needed. I am a very patient,...
Makenna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a JMU nursing student and have lots of experience! I've worked at a daycare for several years, which is where I got my experience with all ages, primarily toddlers. I have also been a camp counselor and director with 4H, giving me experience with 9-14-year-olds. I have also worked in nursing homes and with pets, and I am...
5.0
"Holly jumped right in with a great sense of humor and positive attitude in helping with our four young children. She rolled with the chaos of a young family and even stayed much later than originally planned. Holly is a gem and we’d definitely work with her again!"
Care member
Hi! My name is Erika and I am a student at James Madison University! I have babysat children of all ages for several years and I love it so much! I have babysat for family friends, church members, and have watched children during church events.
I have worked with an after school/summer child care program since 2022 where I make...
Erika can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
I am a second year student at James Madison University with lots of different coaching and babysitting experience from home. I started as being a mother's helper when I was in middle school, then began babysitting on my own in high school and have been ever since. Experience with kids of all ages, and have been a coach for kids...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jordan Z.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fabulous Babysitter, Backup Dancer, And Fort Engineer
Hi! I'm a passionate and energetic 21-year-old with about 10 years of experience in childcare, which began as soon as I could hold another child on my hip. I grew up babysitting both my siblings and kids around my neighborhood, often large groups of children of all ages and backgrounds. I have lifeguard experience as well as ran...
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Harrisonburg, VA
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.
Sara B.
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
Oriana L.
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 her!
- Yeimarie L.
Holly L.
5.0
Holly jumped right in with a great sense of humor and positive attitude in helping with our four young children. She rolled with the chaos of a young family and even stayed much later than originally planned. Holly is a gem and we’d definitely work with her again!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Harrisonburg, VA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Harrisonburg, VA?
You can review 77 after school babysitter profiles near you in Harrisonburg, VA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Harrisonburg, VA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Harrisonburg, VA is $13.62. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Harrisonburg, VA?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Harrisonburg, VA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Harrisonburg, VA to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Harrisonburg, VA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Harrisonburg, VA?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Harrisonburg, VA.
Ratings for Harrisonburg, VA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
After School Babysitters in Harrisonburg, VA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 77 listed after school babysitters.