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I've been caring for children since I was 16 years old. I currently work at a daycare & have the nursery (4 weeks- 16 months), and I have also worked with older children in after school programs & summer camp programs.
I am a nursing student at Liberty University and love working with kids. My mom had an in-home daycare growing up that I helped with after school, so I have years of unofficial experience. I miss being around kids all the time. I am willing to help with light housework and cooking! I am CPR and first aid certified and have the...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Carmella R.


Mechanicsville, VA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Former Preschool Teacher - Recent SAHM

My name is Carmella and I'm a former preschool teacher who is a recent stay at home mom with my 9-month-old. Now that my older two boys have started school I'm looking to see if anyone needs a week day sitter. It would be from my home in Mechanicsville. I'm first aid, CPR, and MAT certified as well as being a mom to 3 boys. My 7...
Carmella can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emily M.


Mechanicsville, VA

$12/hr1 yrs exp

Reliable, Safety-focused Mature Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I used to work in a daycare and love kids! I don't have much experience on this app because I just signed up, but am dependable and very serious about safety. I worked in the medical field for years as a device rep, but want to sideline into something more suited to my skill set now that my husband has a good job and we've...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Cora K.


Richmond, VA

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Educator And Nanny

Thanks for visiting my profile! I am a nanny-educator, well versed in the Montessori and Reggio Emilia philosophies of early childhood education. While I set very clear boundaries, my approach relies heavily on imaginative play, project-based learning and dynamic art exploration. I recently relocated to Richmond but grew up in...
Cora can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
I have been working with children since I was 15 in New York. I worked at West Chester school for special children. Once I moved to Virginia I worked at Jacob L. Adams school in the after school program the YMCA. I have 2 children of my own 13&9 both boys. My youngest is autistic and my oldest has ADHD . I'm familiar with some...
Tiffani can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Stephanie M.


Richmond, VA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher! Fun Loving Health Conscious Artist

To date I have accumulated 8 years in a classroom setting as an ESL and Preschool teacher, in addition to managing after school programing for various organizations and institutions, gaining valuable experience in every stage of early childhood development. I am trained in play-based learning methodologies, and my early...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Kiarae T.


Richmond, VA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable & Fun Sitter

Hello my name is Kiarae, I am 29 years old and am currently a part-time, recurring nanny for a single mother of 2 aged 1 and 5. I've been with this family for almost a year. Prior to that I worked at both Gold's Gym and Crunch Fitness as a kids care attendant. I have years of experience working with kids from infants to...
Kiarae can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have been babysitting since age 10 for friends and family. I adore children and teaching them developmental skills. I work part-time at Dynamite2 of gaithersburg teaching tumbling and cheer. I am looking to nanny or babysit on weekdays before, or after school hours. I'm also available most weekend with notice.
Tianna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rachel P.


Richmond, VA

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 8 years of experience with children. I have experience as a babysitter, after-school care provider, camp counselor, as well as camp director, and teaching assistant at a preschool. I have worked with children of all different ages from 10 months to teenagers! I am also CPR/First Aid certified, a nonsmoker, and have my own...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rachel was so amazing with out daughter (11 yrs. old) and her friend (10 yrs. old) when we had her babysit for us on "back to school night". She was right on time - which was perfect because we had a quick turn-around! She fed them dinner, played games AND...

Jessica F.

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April R.


Richmond, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Sitter With Lots Of Experience!

Hi, My name is April, I'm 32 years old but I have a ton of childcare experience! I am new to the Warrenton area and looking to meet new families to assist in childcare! A little about me... Growing up my mother worked as a home daycare provider, so I learned how to take care of children at a very young age. Children and babies...
April can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"April has watched my four children, one of which has autism. She has been extremely dependable and works really well with my special needs child. She's also watched our pets, one of which is an extremely high maintenance tropical bird with a strict feeding and...

Florcita Q.

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Caylie F.


Henrico, VA

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

Ready To Assist Your Child's Needs (:

I am reliable & responsible. Willing to help with homework & other after school activities. Can cook and clean as well!! I do have my own transportation and am very flexible.
Caylie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Caylie was great with my child an very reliable and helpful"

Katie L.

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Razan N.


Henrico, VA

$10-16/hr3 yrs exp

Razan Nour

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm Razan, an experienced and enthusiastic babysitter. I genuinely enjoy working with children and have been doing so for several years. Building a connection with kids and providing them with quality care is something I find incredibly fulfilling. Currently, I am seeking a stable full-time work experience where I can continue...
Razan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
3.0
"Razan was pleasant and upbeat in a phone interview so we scheduled a time for her to meet the kids and me in person. Despite confirming via text 2.5 hours before, Razan did not show up for our initial in-person interview/trial babysitting. She did not communicate...

Chelsi M.

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Iyonnia R.


Glen Allen, VA

$15-22/hr5 yrs exp

I am a nursing student. Attending ECPI school of nursing. I am looking for a flexible after school job! I have 5 years of experience from infants to elders :). I can help with laundry, errands, light housekeeping, cooking/meal prep, grocery shopping, carpool, crafts, travel.
Iyonnia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"She was very loving and caring to my child! I even asked her to babysit my nieces and nephews. I met her when she was working the child care in crunch gym 2 years ago. All of the kids migrated to her. She has very high spirits. The only reason she left was because...

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Alayja C.


Richmond, VA

$34/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny / Babysitter Looking For Full-Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a very responsible and loving young adult with a passion for child care. My experience ranges between 7 years with ages from newborn - 13 . I am currently enrolled and attending Fordham University as an undergrad. I am employed by an awesome after school program in which I work with children ages 6-12. However I am available...
Alayja can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Alayna is very dependable friendly and has a great work ethic. She would be a valuable asset to any family or team"

Angel M.

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Kaitlin M.


King William, VA

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Summer/after School Nanny Jobs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm CPR certified and first aid certified. Plus have 40 hours of online training ( took through my last job). I have a 2-year-old and 6-year-old myself and have worked for a few daycare's / families through care. com but am looking for part time - full time employment. I love kids and I'm here to make your life easier!
Kaitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kaitlin is amazing!! She was always willing to step up and help in any way she could. The only reason she no longer works for us is that we moved to Alabama. My son thinks the world of her. One time I had to work several nights in a role so she kept him for a...

Susan V.

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Alyssa D.


Richmond, VA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny And Elementary Teacher

My name is Alyssa and I have over 10 years of childcare experience as well as 4 years of experience as an elementary teacher. I received my masters degree in 2018 specializing in early and elementary education. I have many years of childcare and education experience with children ranging from newborns to teenagers. I am...
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alyssa is the best nanny I have ever known. We called her our Mary Poppins. She’s smart, loving, creative, resourceful, reliable, and a joy to be around. She taught my sons so much, helped them regulate their emotions, tidied our house even more than I asked,...

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Chloe W.


Richmond, VA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Chloe and I am a sophomore at the University of Richmond. I have been babysitting for 4 years and work as the head counselor at a day camp for kids ages 5-14 during the summer. I have a car on campus and can help with running errands and driving kids to/from school and after school activities. I love dogs (I have...
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Chloe is a star. She started working with us during the height of the covid pandemic where she kept my son occupied with games and crafts outside. She was always punctual and reliable. She was extremely conscious about our covid protocols. Chloe still babysits our...

Kim K.

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Lori C.


Richmond, VA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Cargiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 children, ages 15yrs- 33yrs. I have over 30 years experience in childcare. I ran my own in home childcare business for over 17 years. I've worked with children in church settings. I've worked in the private school setting as an aftercare director and administrative assistant. I worked in childcare at a country club for...
Lori can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lori has looked after my 7 month old baby girl with a lot of love. She is patient and caring."

Zunner R.

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Byron B.


Richmond, VA

$15-35/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Byron, and I am currently a grad student at JMU getting my Masters of Science in Speech-Language Pathology. I am originally from the Richmond area and completed my undergrad at UVA. Once I graduate, I plan on working with children as it has been a passion of mine for many years. I first started working with...
Byron can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Byron has been fantastic! Our son is having a blast with him. The first day they met, he sat down with my son and they just got to know each other. My son being a little older, 11yrs old, appreciated it. He said it made him feel more comfortable. We will hire Byron...

Alicia D.

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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Mechanicsville, VA

Rachel P.

5.0

Rachel was so amazing with out daughter (11 yrs. old) and her friend (10 yrs. old) when we had her babysit for us on "back to school night". She was right on time - which was perfect because we had a quick turn-around! She fed them dinner, played games AND handled the THREE dogs we had. She is...

- Jessica F.

April R.

5.0

April has watched my four children, one of which has autism. She has been extremely dependable and works really well with my special needs child. She's also watched our pets, one of which is an extremely high maintenance tropical bird with a strict feeding and sleep schedule. I would 100%...

- Florcita Q.

Caylie F.

5.0

I meant to put five stars not four. She was excellent. Definitely deserves five! Sorry for the typo**

- Katie L.

Razan N.

3.0

Razan was pleasant and upbeat in a phone interview so we scheduled a time for her to meet the kids and me in person. Despite confirming via text 2.5 hours before, Razan did not show up for our initial in-person interview/trial babysitting. She did not communicate that her plans had changed or...

- Chelsi M.

Iyonnia R.

5.0

She was very loving and caring to my child! I even asked her to babysit my nieces and nephews. I met her when she was working the child care in crunch gym 2 years ago. All of the kids migrated to her. She has very high spirits. The only reason she left was because of school :(

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