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881 babysitters are listed in Alexandria, VA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Alexandria, VA
4.5
(5)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I took classes in college to obtain a certification to work with young children and also studied social work and psychology. I have been watching children for over 20 years. I started as an assistant camp counselor (for children age 2-14, and went to babysitting families (from ages 4months-15 years old) and worked at a daycare...
Kathryn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
3.0
"Kathryn was great with our 2 year old for the specific time we needed babysitting services. However, we lent her a car seat to use when transporting our child, and she has not returned any of my calls or emails requesting we schedule a time for her to return it to...
Marni A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified babysitter by Red Cross. I have 8 years of babysitting experience. I am very active. I enjoy doing crafts, playing games and being outside when the weather permits. I like to limit screen time. I can help with dinner time and bed time routines. I look forward to hearing from you (:
Please note: I can only be...
Gabbie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Gabbie seemed great, she replied very quickly to my message but unfortunately I need someone more local to babysit."
Sarah K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Looking for jobs I am very responsible and I love my jobs let me know please if you have any questions.
Taisa can also help with: Organization, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Taisa was very responsive in my communication with her. She was thorough and efficient in cleaning my home and was a great help to me."
Tim A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia. I'm from Alexandria, VA. I love kids and animals, so being able to work with them while finishing up school is a wonderful opportunity. I am very easygoing and reliable and really enjoy helping people.
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Olivia to babysit our 11 year old son after school and after camp in the summer. She is terrific. Very reliable, good communicator, and our son really liked her. Our son is now 12 so we no longer need a babysitter for after school but highly recommend her....
Amanda M.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! How are you going ? I hope you are doing well! I'm Joceny and I've been a nanny over 3 years; also I'm graduated as a nurse with more 3 years of experience working in a hospital. I have a large experience with new born, infant and toddlers. I'm first aid certified due my graduation and I'm able to take care children in...
Joceny can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Joceny has been great with my 1 yo daughter. She arrives on time, follows our routine, and hasn't had any trouble getting my daughter down for bed. She's even babysat when my daughter had a cold and things went fine. Would definitely rehire."
Michel S.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I know I am the right person to take care of your love ones and I would like to have the opportunity to show it to you. I have many years experiences . I worked for families with one child as well as families with 3 and 4 children. Every single family I worked with, whether in the U. S. or back in Cameroon will testify...
Amina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I highly recommend Amina as Nanny to your child/ children. She a loving person , very reliable, responsible person with a great sense of humor. She understands and blends herself into children's world and really enjoys reading, playing games and all the fun...
Altina D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Versatile bilingual daycare teacher/speech therapist for children with special needs with B. S degree in psychology and over 6 years of professional experience. Compassionate to children and well-equipped with adequate training and practical communication skills.
Hanan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Absolutely fantastic caregiver! We are so lucky to have Hanan to care for our 6 month old daughter. She is so loving, professional, and experienced. Within the first few hours of being at our home, she quickly demonstrated how she is a natural with caring for...
Jane C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello Everyone! I have worked with kids before and below are some things I have done in the past:
Designed and managed weekly schedule. Made sure everyone was right on time for the schedule.
Organize and lead small and large group activities such as crafts, nature, songs, games, swimming, archery, canoeing, family night, and...
Vernelldra can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Vernelldra has been providing childcare for my five month old on a weekly basis for about a month. She has been a pleasure to work with and is patient and caring with our little one. A couple of the things that stand out to me is Vernelldra's thoughtfulness and...
Esperanza A.
Mamoda R.
Alexandria, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
ITFDC Certified And Over 15 Years Of Experience Child Day Care Provider
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I pride myself in the commitment to excellence I have made to child care in the past 15 years through my active effort to learn and understand the needs of children. I have gained my certification through ITFDC (Infant Toddler Family Day Care), with training certificates in both CPR and First -Aid. My spacious, clean, pet-free...
Mamoda can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have utilized her services on and off for 3 years and we have found her to be kind, generous and caring with our son. Our son adores her and her daughters and even asks to visit them on the weekends. I would highly recommend Mamoda to a new prospective family."
Debbie D.
Haley G.
Alexandria, VA
$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Haley! I'm A Social Butterfly And I Love Playing Video Games!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as open book, funny and caring.
I like working with kids because I love to building a relationship with them over time!
I'm looking for a job that is very fun and possibly different everyday!
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old and haven't stopped since!
In my spare time, I...
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Haley is awesome! So responsible! Always early and positive! She has a great personality and an amazing caregiver. Don’t know what I would do without her! "
Alex H.
Taisa D.
Alexandria, VA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello , My name is Taisa , I am looking for job, I have experience watching Child and babies , I am very responsible and professional.
I have experience with special needs kids too , clean driving records .
Taisa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taisa was a wonderful caregiver to my newborn daughter. She came with her own knowledge of caring for this age group but was also open to working together with me and the routines that I was setting on my own. She is hardworking and dependable and an excellent...
Cailin K.
Thayna O.
Alexandria, VA
$24/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.7
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Nanny with an long experience looking for a full or part time job. I'll aways give my best to make sure your kids learn and grow in a fun and safe environment. I'm super funny and friendly I feel like I can connect and create a friendship with kids easily.
Thayna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Thayna is fantastic! We cannot recommend her highly enough. "
Care member
Alexis G.
Alexandria, VA
$25-37/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alexis! I recently graduated from SUNY Fredonia with my B. A. in criminal justice and minors in spanish and sociology. I have always loved working and being around children, and have always been surrounded by them as I am the second oldest of 7! I am certified and finger printed to work in NYS schools. I have...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexis was amazing. We needed to find someone to look after our nephew at our wedding, and she came through. Super friendly, punctual, and easy to work with. Thanks again :)"
Benjamin S.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Marilis. I am from Panama. I have 22 years of experience working with kids (Mix age and special need). I love working with kids, having fun with them, activities for their development. I am easy going, honest, punctual person. I have really good reference.
Spanish-English.
Marilis can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have been using Marilis as an occasional sitter for our boys (5 & 8) for at least two years now and she is wonderful. Like some of her other families, I hesitate to post my rave review for fear that she won't be available as much. But we do love her so I have...
Carissa E.
4.7
(14)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
I'm Nicole, a certified Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula.
Rooted in Early Childhood Developmental Psychology, I've served as an elementary school teacher and caregiver for the last 7 years.
Over the years, I've been blessed to be a part of many families' journeys on care. com, guiding and nurturing...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We highly recommend Nicole. She has babysat and pet sat for our little family for years now (we know, we're a little late writing this review). My kids absolutely adore her, and look forward to us getting out of the house because they know that means Ms.Nicole will...
Daniella J.
Mosammed A.
Alexandria, VA
$27-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
I am an experienced childcare nanny with 12+ years of experience. I work with children all ages and am compassionate about being a nanny and impacting children's lives. I have a Driver's License, Child Development Associates (CDA), First Aid and CPR certification, as well as TDAP vaccination, flu shot and TB tests. I'm fully up...
Mosammed can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's very kind.and responsible respectful. "
Care member
4.9
(12)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A junior in college in Richmond, major is psychology while my minor is criminal justice. Currently not enrolled at the moment but plan on finishing. I was raised to love God and be a respectable young lady. Watching kids was my first real job ever since I became old enough to stay home alone. I am a little kid at heart too, I...
Diamond can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Diamond is a very well rounded person that's can trust with my life. Unlike a lot of people in her generation, she sure can get whatever that needs to be done, done. Great character and a polite young lady."
Miles C.
Katie C.
Alexandria, VA
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.5
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone my name is Katie and I'm looking to find a part time babysitting job. A little about me I was born and raised in Virginia. I am bilingual speak English and Spanish fluently. I grew up around kids my whole life due to that I have a big family with lots of nieces and nephews. I am a mom to a 4-year-old and almost...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very happy with her. She has helped us many times with our 3 year old. Will hire her again"
William N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Cemre, I'm from Turkey. I have an economics degree from my home country. I came to the US in 2017 as an au pair. I have been caring for children for four years as a babysitter. I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers. I love kids, and I like to spend time with them. I'm a cheerful and...
Tugce can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Cemre is the first person outside friends/family my husband and I had watch our 8 month old. She was fantastic and answered all our questions beforehand, and knew exactly what to ask to make sure she had any info we forgot! My son loved her, and I'm so happy we...
Justine H.
Nagila D.
Alexandria, VA
$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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,...
Nagila can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She's wonderful! Very smart, fun, active and creative person. Very sweet girl"
Juliana G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Alexandria, VA
Kathryn B.
5.0
Kathryn works very well with children. She keeps them entertained and active by doing fun activities with them. She is a joy to be around and work with.
- Kristine A.
Gabbie A.
5.0
Gabbie seemed great, she replied very quickly to my message but unfortunately I need someone more local to babysit.
- Sarah K.
Taisa D.
5.0
Taisa was very responsive in my communication with her. She was thorough and efficient in cleaning my home and was a great help to me.
- Tim A.
Olivia K.
5.0
We hired Olivia to babysit our 11 year old son after school and after camp in the summer. She is terrific. Very reliable, good communicator, and our son really liked her. Our son is now 12 so we no longer need a babysitter for after school but highly recommend her. She also was very good with our...
- Amanda M.
Joceny M.
5.0
Joceny was great with my 7-month-old. Very warm and capable of calming him and making him laugh. Highly recommend.
- 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 881 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 $19.47 per hour as of May 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 698 reviews of the 881 listed babysitters.