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887 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
Aline R.
Alexandria, VA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm Aline R., I have a lot of experience caring for children. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. (Now 30 years old). I have cared for children of all ages, newborn to 15-year-olds.
Skilled with lots of work, flexibility and creativity, following commitments and maintaining routines.
* Organized
* Helpful
*...
Aline can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Aline has provided back up care for my child since he was 10 months old. She is extremely reliable and very communicative. When my son was sick she would keep me apprised of his temperature, what he ate, and how much he slept. She is always ready to play with him...
Kate G.
4.3
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the childcare industry for over 15 years. I am comfortable babysitting any age group from newborn to 4 years old. One of my favorite activities is taking the kids out for a stroll or to the park in nice weather or going to the library to read book and learn new things, also taking the kids to the pool during the...
Rosa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I am writing to give an enthusiastic recommendation for Rosa P. as a childcare provider. My daughter was just eight months old when Rosa started working for us and she has provided loving, attentive care for my daughter.
From the beginning, Rosa was more than...
Nausheen I.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm McKenzie and I'm looking for Saturday and date night babysitting! I was an after-school nanny throughout college and loved it, so I'm hoping to find another great family! I'm recently graduated and teach kindergarten. I love kids and am a kind, dedicated, creative and fun nanny. I am CPR/First Aid certified and have a...
Mckenzie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I have known McKenzie and her family for the past several years and worked closely with McKenzie within our Young Women's youth organization at church. McKenzie is an extremely mature, smart, reliable, responsible, self-reliant, creative and loving young woman. She...
Nicole T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience babysitting and tutoring! I am currently a student at William & Mary but go home to Alexandria for the summer! I love working with kids and on-top of babysitting I have volunteered as a tutor for elementary and middle school students for the past 5 years. I also have extensive first aid and CPR...
Maryclaire can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maryclaire has babysat for us (3 & 5 year old boys) several times and did a really nice job. My sons like her a lot."
Erica A.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sydney and I recently graduated from the University of Virginia with my Master's in Exercise Physiology. I am looking to pick up some babysitting jobs before traveling to Italy later this Summer to do research. I love pets of all kinds and exploring the outdoors, whether that is playing outside, going to the park,...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"The most nutritious meals that my 2.5 year old ate were made by Sydney! It was a surprise to find out that she's a marvelously health oriented person. She's also organized and intelligent, and having that extra wise adult around was so helpful. I liked the way...
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Janys B.
Alexandria, VA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I am an experienced babysitter taking care of children (ages 0-5) here in the Maryland and Virginia area.
I have total dedication and experience in the daily care of children. Flexible and adaptable, with creative thinking and easy to solve problems independently.
I also characterize myself as a person of integrity, proactive,...
Janys can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Pros:
Fantastic, energetic and joyous personality!
Connects with children at their level
Excellent, clear Spanish
Well-read and well-spoken-- helped son build confidence
Safe driver
Modeled healthy eating and exercise habits in tune with our family...
Manisha S.
Raquel C.
Alexandria, VA
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Raquel, and I have recently moved to Virginia after having grown up in Maryland. I am a recent graduate from University of Maryland, College Park and will be working as Speech Language Pathologist Assistant in the school system this fall. I have been babysitting/nannying for almost 8 years and have experience with...
Raquel can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We have used Raquel as our dog sitter and walker for the past year and she’s the best! She’s very caring and willing to keep up with even the highest energy pups."
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Tajera B.
Alexandria, VA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Tajera!
I've been babysitting since I was 14 and I absolutely adore children!! Being that I'm the oldest of 5 kids, with the youngest being 8 yrs old now, I have experience with all ages and my two dogs would agree that I'm also an experienced pet sitter!!
I love to bake, cheerlead, and lift weights, all...
Tajera can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I first asked Tajera to babysit my brother because neither me or my parents could. Since then, she has babysat for him on numerous occasions. Tajera is reliable and works very well with kids of all ages, my little brother absolutely loves her and gets so excited...
Shan A.
Marjorie A.
Alexandria, VA
$22-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
My name is Marjorie. I have 7 years of experience nanny/babysitter with kids of all ages, from 2 months to 13 years old, and I also have experience with special needs kids.
I really enjoy taking care of children and I would love to be part of your children rearing and development.
A few things about me: tidy, dynamic, and...
Marjorie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Marjorie was absolutely wonderful with my children! I felt very comfortable with her. She is professional, kind, responsible, and very caring! My kids had a great time with her!"
Annie S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm 29 years old and married. I've worked with children of all ages over the past several years. I was a Full-time Nanny from 2014 to 2015 for two wonderful families and absolutely loved my job. I would regularly teach, work in different communities, manage a business, and babysit. I worked with young adults, and...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna came and babysat my daughter a week ago. She was awesome. She was very responsive, punctual, and responsible. She and my kiddo had a great time together. I would definitely hire her again."
Jessica W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jenny and I am recent graduate with a bachelors and masters in elementary education. I am a fun loving, energetic person who absolutely loves working with kids. My passions include: spending time outdoors, coming up with new and engaging activities for children, and teaching. 5 years ago I started working at a...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jenny is an amazing young lady that became an important part of our family over the year that she watched our 2 girls. I can't say enough great things about her. "
Danielle C.
Grace W.
Alexandria, VA
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!!!
My name is Grace, I'm a female student at Gmu. I have been working as a babysitter for over 2 years, so I really enjoy spending time with kids. I am CPR/ First Aid trained , and non smoker.
If you are still interested in having a sitter, please let me know.
Thanks.
Grace can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Grace provided excellent services, she is prompt, efficient and kind. She was very tentative to our 3 year old and she is very professional. Would definitely recommend her."
Steve D.
Adelle P.
Alexandria, VA
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi families! I've been babysitting and nannying for 5 years and have experience working at a daycare. My previous daycare job has made me very comfortable caring for various age groups but I find infants my favorite as I have 3 infant nieces and nephews whom I adore. I am CPR certified and learn quickly what each child and...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Adelle is amazing! She is genuinely a sweet and loving young lady! Our kids love her and so do we. Wish she had stayed in Ohio but we understand that life has its calling. As a father I’m protective with who I allow around my children. Me and my wife trusts Adelle...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Helen and I am a responsible, caring, and creative college student. I'm studying Biology on the Pre-Med track, in hopes of being a physician in the future! I have a 4 years of child care experience including babysitting and tutoring. I have my own vehicle with perfect driving record and I do not smoke. Don't sweat...
Helen can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Great with the kids! Friendly and easy. Will definitely hire again!"
Kevin N.
Amanda D.
Alexandria, VA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Amanda and I'm from Brazil. Im looking for babysits. I consider myself responsible, patient, reliable, caring, organized, open mind, and creative. I have over 6 years of experience in supervising and caring for children aged between 0 and 15 years old. My duties with children included: feeding bottles, diaper...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amanda is great and has helped me a few times over the weekend, taking care of my 1 and 4 yo . I love working with her and would rehire."
Jenny G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Mrs. Stephany, and I offer my service as Babysitter or Nanny, my experience begins as
the mother of two beautiful girls there ages 14 and 8 years old.
I have the pleasure of working with different families, giving them the best care according to their needs and the schedule they want with their children. I consider...
Stephany can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Stephany cares. Stephany may be new at professional babysitting, but her experience as a mother of two and her caring personality make her perfect for this role. PUNCTUAL AND DEPENDABLE: Stephany is either early or on time, never late - perfect for a family like...
Ericka W.
5.0
(3)
Hi parents!
I'm Eveling, I was born in Colombia and have been working with kids since I was 16 years old .
Specifically, I've been working as a nanny/babysitter for the past 4 years. I worked as an Au pair for 2 years, therefore I got a lot of experience and knowledge in how to handle the day to day activities kiddos have. I...
Eveling can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eveling is a person you can trust, she is very responsible, has a lot of experience in childcare and also has a very good level of English. You can be 100% sure to leave your children with her."
Ashlye M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! I'm currently looking for a long term full time position. Until I find one, I'm picking up one time babysitting jobs.
I am an easy-going person. I try to stay as positive as possible. I have 4 years of caretaking experience and 2 years of personal assistant experience. I'm fine with a structured or unstructured schedule....
Patricia can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Patricia is great! Our 4yo son has pre-verbal autism, and she made sure to ask questions and get all instructions for his needs. She also watched our 1yo and played with our big furbaby without a hitch."
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a college student at VCU and I'm 19 years old. I have 2 years of experience, but I've been working with kids all my life. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. I am going to be home this summer from college and am looking for a job during this time to babysit or full-time nanny for kids!
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Morgan exceeded my expectations to care for my little one. She was even available for last minute help since she lived nearby. My son now wants Morgan to come play regularly. She is great at keeping him busy so I can work"
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Iqra C.
Alexandria, VA
$28-37/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a fun sitter and smile creator , I am hardworking, happy, creative, open-minded, outgoing and a strong driver! have been taking care of children for the last 9 years. I have experience with children of all ages. O-10 I love what do and I do it with lots of love. Children are sensitive, true and unique. It's important...
Iqra can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Iqra was a really great sitter. She communicated quickly sent and communication throughout the whole evening. She was really sweet, early and stayed an extra half hour than our originally scheduled request. She was very thorough in asking questions and...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Alexandria, VA
Aline R.
5.0
Aline helped us bridge childcare between daycare ending and when I could get home from work. She's trustworthy, kind and loving, efficient, imaginative and truly goes above and beyond. I wish she lived closer so we could see her more often! We worked with many babysitters over the years, but Aline...
- Sofia K.
Rosa P.
5.0
Rosa took care of our three young daughters for three years. We always knew they were safe and would be engaged in fun activities (trips to the park, reading stories, making music, coloring, etc) when in her care. She is very loving and became an adored caretaker!
- Stephanie K.
Mckenzie B.
5.0
I have known McKenzie and her family for the past several years and worked closely with McKenzie within our Young Women's youth organization at church. McKenzie is an extremely mature, smart, reliable, responsible, self-reliant, creative and loving young woman. She exudes goodness and is kind and...
- Nicole T.
Maryclaire O.
5.0
Maryclaire has babysat for us (3 & 5 year old boys) several times and did a really nice job. My sons like her a lot.
- Erica A.
Sydney C.
5.0
The most nutritious meals that my 2.5 year old ate were made by Sydney! It was a surprise to find out that she's a marvelously health oriented person. She's also organized and intelligent, and having that extra wise adult around was so helpful. I liked the way Sydney spoke calmly with my...
- 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 887 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 $19.46 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 643 reviews of the 887 listed babysitters.