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Rosalina L.

Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I enjoy working with children. I have been working with children for about 20+ years. I worked in Saint Anthony Day School in Old town for 11 years and it was a great experience for me because I worked with children of all ages. At Saint Anthony I taught the children their numbers, colors and alphabet letters and Spanish. I...

Rachel A. says "I hired Rosalina when another babysitter kept falling through without giving me warning. Each time she was quick to respond and able to fill in on short...

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Kalysia B.

Part-time Care Giver Available

Waldorf, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
I have been involved with children for over 10 years although my age does not suggest it, I have a great amount of experience handling them and their care. My brother was born 10 years after me and since his birth I have played a major role in his care and have taken on a lot of responsibility regarding his welfare due to my...

Laura B. says "We hired Kalaysia for our boys ( 10 and 8 ) over the summer while my husband and I were at work. The kids adored her. Would 100% hire her again."

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Maria B.

Young Energetic Babysitter

Woodbridge, VA

4.5(1)
from
$13/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
I have 2 year of experience in baby sitting. I have 1 baby boy so I have both car seats for infants as well as toddlers. I'm CPR Certified for Adults and Children and I'm also First Aid Certified, so no worries when you child is with me. I try to make every child feel like they are having the time of their life every time I...

Ahime H. says "Maria has been caring for my baby daughter since September. My daughter lights up the moment she sees Maria. As a working mother, I couldn't do my job...

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Nagila D.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi there, I am a Brazilian babysitter who have a large experience with child care. When I lived in Brazil, I worked like nanny taking care a newborn twins until them 16 months. After I took care a sweet boy (8 years old ) for 2 years. Here in the USA I worked like Au pair, so I lived with a host family and I took care a sibling,...
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Kelly V.

Lovely And Patient Nanny

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Kelly. I am 27 years old and I have been babysitting during 5 years. I started babysitting around my 17th birthday with my nephew and some neighbors kids, but the real full time experience I start having was the past 5 years. I am a psychologist and part of my practice was with elementary school kids, while studying in...

Care Member says "Kelly has been my babysitter for close to a year. I have a 4 year old and a 10 months old and I’m always impressed with the amount of patience she has,...

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Bruna M.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Bruna, 28 years old. I have been working with children for about six years. I'm originally from Brazil, I speak English and Portuguese fluently, also have my own car and a clean driving record. I am CPR certified, non-smoker. My most recent position involved caring for a baby from 2 to 16 months old, and prior to that...

Care Member says "Bruna is an amazing person! She's incredibly helpful and a lifesaver for anyone lucky enough to have her around, and I could say the same for families...

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Julia R.

Full Time Nanny Available:)

Lorton, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Experienced Nanny/ Professional Organizer Available Hi all, I just moved to the area and am looking for a position (open to ft/pt). Can provide references upon request. A little about me: * Several years childcare experience * Years of experience with Autism and Down syndrome * Have worked with ages 7 months-14 years...

Care Member says "Julia is the best!! I cannot say enough about how wonderful she is. She is kind, patient, reliable, and fun. She has all of the skills and all of the...

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Keaira W.

Part-time Sitter/ Weekend Helper!

Alexandria, VA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Keaira and I am a recent college graduate, looking to continue my education locally. I have over nine years of experience caring for children. I have worked with children ages one month to 14 years old. Before becoming a sitter/nanny I worked as a summer camp counselor and after school program counselor. Some...
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Emonie S.

Hi, My Name Is Emonie And I Live In West Virginia. I Have Years Of Experience And I'm CPR Certified.

Fort Washington, MD

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, My name is Emonie. I am a high school graduate. I am new to being a nanny. However I am not new to babysitting! I love taking care of babies and kids. My expenses are mostly with infants though I did do volunteer work at an elementary school for a year during high school. I have over 5 years of childcare experience;...
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Colleen M.

After School Babysitter

Alexandria, VA

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$13/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Ive been babysitting for about 6 years. I have worked with children of all ages. In the summer time I work at a day camp but this year I am working at an OT clinic on Capital Hill . I want children to have fun through different games and activities. I always have a positive attitude and understand children's needs.
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Mary Lane T.

Lorton, VA

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! I am Mary Lane and I am a senior at the Virginia Commonwealth University studying English looking to babysit outside of my class hours. I am a reliable and enthusiastic individual with prior experience working with children ages three and up. My background in childcare includes instructing dance classes, operating daytime...
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Isidra R.

Alexandria, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Isidra . I am a mother of 2 children, have years of experience with children, and in a preschool environment. I have 7 years of experience nannying, I have experience with driving vans to transport. I can handle multiple kids at a time with my experience in after school care handling 10-15 kids at a time. I am...
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Eva G.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Alexandria, VA

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$13/hr
Hi, I'm Eva! A little bit about me is that I'm a full-time student at Virginia Commonwealth University, but my hometown is Alexandria, VA! I've had about a year of paid experience with children with ages ranging from 12 months-9 years at St. Stephen St. Agnes Lower School. I also have experience babysitting through care. com!...
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Hannah J.

Experienced Full Time Nanny

Mechanicsville, MD

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
As a small child, I grew up in my mom's in home daycare and began babysitting for neighborhood kids when I was 11. It became only natural to progress to becoming a nanny after high school and couple semesters at Howard county community college. I've worked in Howard County as a part time nanny from 2011 to 2015 and then a full...
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Kahrizma C.

Attentive Talented Cheerful Sitter

Accokeek, MD

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello my name is Kahrizma Costen. I am a certified preschool teacher and have 7 years of experience combined in both early childhood education and babysitting/nannying. I first found my love for children while helping out my grandmother after school at her daycare. From there on I began to take early childhood courses to...
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Abbie R.

Fun Sitter

Alexandria, VA

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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Abbie and I am 23 years old. I teach 2nd grade in Fairfax County Public Schools. I am available after school for weekdays you may need and weekends, however when summer starts I will be available more. I have 10 years of experience as a babysitter, during which I was a full time nanny for three different...
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Sarah B.

Sitter/Tutor

Alexandria, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I am no longer accepting child care requests at this time. I am considering pet care and housekeeping service requests only. Thank you for your patience.
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Dilcia M.

Caring & Loving Sitter

Woodbridge, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Dilcia, I have 16 years of experience of loving and caring for children of all ages. I am willing to help with picking up, dropping off, early morning drop offs, or anything you need me to take care of. I love children and have been caring for them as my own. I have worked at a private school as an assistant teacher...
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Ahlai W.

Fort Washington, MD

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with three years of experience, I am committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child. My passion for working with children stems from my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting their lives. My patient,...
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Chadsity B.

Chadsity B. (Upper Marlboro, MD)

Clinton, MD

from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I have a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and extensive experience working with children, including those with special needs. I previously worked as an ABA therapist, have four younger siblings of my own, in addition to working as a part-time babysitter for four years. I am also certified in Basic Life Support...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in La Plata, MD

After School Babysitters in La Plata, MD are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Rosalina L.

I hired Rosalina when another babysitter kept falling through without giving me warning. Each time she was quick to respond and able to fill...

- Rachel A.

Kalysia B.

We hired Kalaysia for our boys ( 10 and 8 ) over the summer while my husband and I were at work. The kids adored her. Would 100% hire her...

- Laura B.

Maria B.

Maria has been caring for my baby daughter since September. My daughter lights up the moment she sees Maria. As a working mother, I couldn't...

- Ahime H.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in La Plata, MD

You can review 2 after school babysitter profiles near you in La Plata, MD 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.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in La Plata, MD is $15.00. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

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 La Plata, MD on babysitting websites like Care.com.

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 La Plata, MD can really come in handy.

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 La Plata, MD.

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