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441 babysitters are listed in Alexandria, VA
The average rate is $19/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Alexandria, VA
5.0
(45)
Hired by 38 families in your neighborhood
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Hello, my name is Tofsirun. I have been a mom to three kids ages 25, 15, and 9. I have been...
Tofsirun can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My 8 month old twins were so well cared for by Ms. T.! She sent pictures and videos throughout the day which I very much appreciated. She was also very flexible when we needed to move the times around. The girls clearly had a lot of fun and were in a great mood...
Care member
4.9
(18)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Diah and I have many years of experience babysitter since I was in college pursuing my Bachelor Degree. I am still doing babysitter job as my part time because simply I love kids and I love being around them. I babysit from infant to children ages between 1 years old to 12 years old. I am comfortable with all...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Diah has been with us for several weeks now, and she has been wonderful with my two daughters (6 and 4). She is energetic and attentive to them, and I come home to an organized household and a smoothly running ship! Diah is communicative throughout the day and is a...
Ashley P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there!
I'm an awesome nanny ready to bring a ton of warmth and fun to your family. I've got a bunch of experience making sure kids have a blast while also learning and growing.
I'm certified in Child Care and CPR, so your kiddos' safety is my top priority. I love getting creative with educational activities to spark that...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids love Stephanie and that's the most important thing for me. She is good at following direction and open to learn new things. She drives my kids to activities, she cooks for them, And make sure to keep them safe and happy."
Kelly Z.
4.9
(30)
Hired by 79 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents! I'm a working professional living in Alexandria and I enjoy babysitting in my spare time as I find it very fulfilling. I've been in the area for 10 years after I graduated college from JMU and have been babysitting since I was in high school and was also a camp counselor for several summers, so I have 16+ years of...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Elizabeth has been such a blessing to our family over the past few years! Our two kids are always excited when she's coming over and never want her to leave. She is very dependable, professional and kind - I highly recommend booking her if she is available."
Tracy G.
4.8
(20)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Children have always occupied a big part of my heart. I remember growing up, It hurt me so much to hear people say because you love kids so, you might not have your own in the future.
I'm so glad that was just a myth because WOW It would have been sad to choose between having my own and loving every child out there.
I was an...
Lethukuthula can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lethukuthula is wonderful babysitter who we always enjoy having in our home, and our daughter loves her! She has my highest recommendation. "
Care member
5.0
(11)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 56-year-old mother of 1 son, 26 years old. I have been in the United States since 2011, and I am a citizen. I speak Farsi and English. I am a very healthy, organized, reliable and responsible person. I love children and have been around kids all my life. I have been a babysitter both part time and full time. I also...
Sheida can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sheida has watched my younger son approximately 20 times from the time he was 5 weeks old until now as a 7-month old, and we look forward to continuing to work with her. She is sweet, patient, and confident with taking care of my baby. She asks questions to make...
Chris M.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Katie and I have 13 years of babysitting experience. I was also a summer nanny for two boys for 4 years, which included meal prep, taking them to appointments and lessons, and constant imagination. I have watched kids of all ages including infants. I love thinking of crafts to do, encouraging outdoor activities,...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie has been watching our daughter, who is 10 months old. She is very reliable when we need her to help babysit on the weekends. Her interaction and communication with our daughter has been so great! I would recommend her to other families for sure."
Jacilyn S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 33 years old and have been babysitting for over 18 years. I am a School Counselor through FCPS and I coach soccer. I have a daughter who will be 1 in June 2024 and am looking for a part time position to start at that time. I would love for our children to play and learn together. Your children will be happy, healthy, and...
Elyana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elyana was a trusted member of our village from the time our first child was 5 months old until we moved 4 years later. She was a regular caretaker for our first born helping 3 days a week for several years until she completed her graduate degree and began working...
Gayden A.
5.0
(3)
Caring for children is not just a job for me, it's my passion. I have been babysitting for a few years. I started babysitting my brother, sisters, cousins and neighbors, and now I babysit for multiple families. I have also worked in a day care center for 4 years . I know many educational songs and activities to expand their...
Sabrina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Sabrina is our family's favorite sitter. She is dependable, trustworthy, kind, calm, and creative. Our daughter often asks us to go out so Sabrina can come over. She is wonderful with children of all ages-when our youngest was a newborn, I didn't think twice about...
Pamela S.
Wendy M.
Alexandria, VA
$20-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
Former Teacher And Young Professional -- Your Go-To Babysitter For Fun And Learning!
5.0
(1)
Hello there! I'm a vibrant and energetic 27-year-old with a passion for fostering children's growth and creativity. My journey in childcare began with 3 years of hands-on experience in early childcare centers during college, where I had the pleasure of working with children aged 5 months to 6 years old. Additionally, I hold a...
Wendy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Wendy was amazing! Our 5-year old daughter loved doing arts and crafts with her and playing with her princesses. She is so kind and warm, and our daughter always look forward to seeing her "princess" Wendy!!!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Naya. I am currently a Montessori Teacher. I have experience with children from ages 6 weeks to 12. I am vaccinated as well as have a booster. Services I offer include meal preparation, housework, activities, limited screen time, stories, potty training, bedtime routines, and many other things. I have former employees...
Naya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"She was kind and patient with our son and made us feel very comfortable leaving him for the first time. Will definitely hire her again."
Joseph G.
5.0
(3)
My name is Kelly, I am 38 years old .
I have been a nanny for 21 years.
I consider myself a highly reliable, enthusiastic, responsible, dedicated person and above all honest.
My work includes:
Cook a nutritious meal to promote a healthy diet and nutrition.
Transport children to and from school, library, doctor's...
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very reliable and trustworthy. Kind and wonderful with the kids. Professional and respectful. She became part of our family. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been babysitting since 2012, and nannying since 2017. I have cared for children from ages 3 months to 12 years of age - boys and girls.
I positively adore children. I am very energetic and outgoing - my biggest goal is to make your child smiley and happy alongside me. I pride myself on my ability to make children...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"I hired Emma as I was in the process of scrambling for part time child care. She has now cared for my kids on several occasions. She is a clear communicator, flexible, is able to follow care instructions, while also being independent enough to get things done...
Kelly N.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a recent college graduate who has been babysitting since 8th grade and who has been summer nannying since my sophomore. I have cared for children aged 6 months to 12 years old. I am CPR and First Aid certified.
Savannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had a great experience with Savannah and we would highly recommend her for any future childcare opportunities. We reached out to see if she could provide short-term daytime nanny coverage for our eight-month-old daughter. Savannah worked with us to find a day to...
Kristen W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've always loved working with kids and have grown up with a mother who works in childcare.
Hiwetay can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hiwetay was WONDERFUL !! She was so sweet when it comes to caring for my two boys! She has always been on time, was willing to help clean up, and was able to prepare light meals when needed. My boys enjoyed story time and play time with her. Their favorite was...
Ashley T.
Mikea G.
Alexandria, VA
$22-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekends/Weekdays Very Flexible With Work
5.0
(4)
Hi. my name is Mikea I am 27 years old I have accumulated extensive child care experience through 12 years of working with children of various age groups. I use to be a director over an after school and summer camp program. My responsibilities included creating a secure and stimulating environment, organizing and supervising...
Mikea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I can't praise Coach Mikea enough! Mikea brings a perfect blend of expertise and enthusiasm to each session, making learning both fun and rewarding. We love her patient and encouraging demeanor. On top of her coaching talents, she also stepped in to watch my little...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a caring, energetic, and organized caregiver with 20 years full-time and part-time live-out nanny experience. I would love to work for a family where my strengths and talents working with multiples or newborns can be used to help children develop to their best potential. Extensive background in working with preschool,...
Shamel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shamel's doing a terrific job with all 4 of my kids - a 4 year old, 2.5 year old, and 9 month old twins. She's always on time, and the kids love spending time with her. The house is always cleaner than I left it, and I'm happy to trust her with my children!"
Rosie H.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Brooke, and I am a second-year graduate student in the Master's of Occupational Therapy program at JMU. I am looking for a part-time babysitting or nannying job for when I am not in class. I have 10 years of childcare experience with children of many ages ranging from infants up to 20 years, including children...
Brooke can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brooke was very patient with my daughter with special needs. She helped her with her daily activities and anything she needed to function in the summer."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of children for 3 years now. I can transport from one place to other. I am a non-smoker and I am comfortable with pets. I am bilingual.
Maria can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria assisted me during the week my wife was out of town. Assisted with transfers into and out of bed. Her professionalism and safety conscious attitude provided outstanding care. Thank you. "
George M.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My name's Lucia and I'm a DMV native. I used to work in Childcare at Arlington Forest United Methodist Church, and nannied throughout college. My biggest life hack is when you need a kid to come over to you and they don't want to, either pretend like you're leaving without them or ask them for a high five.
Lucia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Luci was an engaging and reliable sitter for our family! The kids (4 & 2) loved reading stories, playing games, and spending time at the park with her. "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Alexandria, VA
Tofsirun L.
5.0
Highly recommend entrusting in Ms. L to take care of your little ones. She has been an amazing resource to provide care for my daughter during times when I needed extra hours of care starting at 4 months old and now at 6 months old. She provides frequent updates, cares for my daughter like her own,...
- Laura C.
Diah R.
5.0
Diah is a dependable and reliable babysitter. She is quick to respond and arrived on time. While I was out she provided picture and voice status updates and kept my boys entertained. I would definitely hire Diah again for any future need.
- Susan W.
Stephanie F.
5.0
Stephanie was amazing and helped us feel very comfortable leaving our toddler in her care! She was prompt, flexible, knowledgeable, and very caring with our son! Many thanks!
- Laura F.
Elizabeth D.
5.0
Elizabeth has been such a blessing to our family over the past few years! Our two kids are always excited when she's coming over and never want her to leave. She is very dependable, professional and kind - I highly recommend booking her if she is available.
- Tracy G.
Lethukuthula A.
5.0
Lethu was on time, worked well with our daughter and followed the evening schedule/bed time routine perfectly. My daughter had a great time.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Alexandria, VA:
How can I find a Alexandria babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Alexandria, 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 441 babysitters in Alexandria, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Alexandria, VA?
The average rate for Alexandria, VA babysitters on Care.com is $19.69 per hour as of July 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 Alexandria, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Alexandria, 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 Alexandria, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 486 reviews of the 441 listed babysitters.