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Kathryn H.

Childcare With Homeschooling Experience

Forest, VA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
"Cheerfulness keeps up a kind of daylight in the mind, and fills it with a steady and perpetual serenity. " I currently have a full-time position and am not accepting any new work at this time. Thank you for considering me. I am a Christian who loves people and pets. I have never smoked, drank alcohol, or used drugs. Having...

Keanna W. says "We were very thankful to have Kathryn as our after school sitter for our autistic daughter. Our daughter would have extremely rough days at school but...

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Reliable, Responsible Caregiver

Lynchburg, VA

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I am a nurse and have 7+ years of experience caring for children ages 2 months to 12 years. I am a non-smoker, willing to drive children, comfortable with pets, and am CPR/first aid certified.

Daniel Y. says "She was wonderful. If she was local I would rehire"

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Part-time Caregiver

Lynchburg, VA

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$13/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Holly. I am 20 years old and I have been working with children for about 7 years now. I am the oldest of two girls, so I have always helped out taking care of them, but I started babysitting when I was about 13 years old. I have babysat from newborns to teenagers. I have also worked at many little girls basketball...
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Lynchburg, VA

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$14/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I have worked the last three years as a montessori teacher, and have two years of babysitting experience prior to teaching. I enjoy cooking, crafts, and exploring nature! My hours are flexible and I'm happy to help with running errands and pickup. I grew up on a farm so I'm used to having animals around, I love pets!
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English Teacher Looking To Work With Kids In The Summer

Forest, VA

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$13/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a high school English teacher. I am looking to fill my free time in the summer with babysitting and would occasionally be willing to work on the weekends during the school year. I am an energetic, organized, and caring person who loves working with children. I would be up for tutoring or babysitting kids and I have worked...
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Child care

Lynchburg, VA

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$22/hr
8 years experience
Nurturing young minds and supporting families are my passions. With six years of experience caring for children, particularly those aged 4-5, I bring a patient and friendly approach to every interaction. My background includes extensive babysitting and a genuine desire to positively impact children's lives. I am comfortable...
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Lynchburg, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Jess! I hold a Virginia teaching license and have over 10 years of experience teaching young children around the world to read, write, and speak English. I've taught in public schools and alternative schools including Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and homeschool. My educational background is in psychology and counseling...
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Lynchburg-Area Babysitter!

Lynchburg, VA

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hellooo! With 5 years of experience, I have worked for many unique and wonderful families. In many of these families, I have cared for children with allergies, ADHD, medical conditions and behavioral issues. Something I am skilled at is entertaining children with limited screen time. I also have experience supervising kids while...
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Lynchburg, VA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Kara and I'm originally from Colorado but I moved to Virginia to attend Liberty University. I just graduated this past spring with a degree in Strategic Communication! I currently have a part time job in my field which I am loving but the hours are super flexibility! I really enjoyed my last child care...
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Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekends

Lynchburg, VA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I've worked with children K-12. I have some experience babysitting.
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Lynchburg, VA

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi families! I'm Megan, an undergraduate student at Liberty University studying Child psychology, set to graduate May 2025! I love kids and have had childcare jobs for 8 years now! I am CPR and first aid certified, have reliable transportation and a clean driving record, and can provide references on request. I look forward to...
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Lynchburg, VA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a 24-year-old recent college grad with a flexible schedule and a passion for helping families. For the past 4 years, I've cared for children aged newborn to 9. I am comfortable caring for up to two children at a time (situational.) I enjoy reading, crafts, puzzles and being silly. I am also CPR and First Aid certified....
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Child Care Specialist

Lynchburg, VA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as energetic and hardworking. I don't just like working with children, I thoroughly enjoy helping children learn and watch them succeed. My sister has 4 children and being with them spiked my interest to pursue the childcare field. I not only have experience with various ages but want to be a part...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Lynchburg, VA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
I was a full time nanny for two children, ages 5 and 7 during the summer of 2018. I was a part time nanny for one child, age 4 during the summer of 2017. I volunteered with children from ages 2-5 from February 2014-June 2015, caring for and spending time with about 10 children every Sunday morning. I strive to consistently set a...
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Chloe L.'s Photo

Lynchburg, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Nurturing young minds is more than a job; it's my passion. I strive to positively impact children's lives while offering families dependable care. My approach is patient, creative, and friendly, and I'm skilled at creating engaging experiences through outdoor play and educational games. I am a big sister to 3 younger siblings....
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Lynchburg, VA

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$13/hr
2 years experience
I am one of seven (soon to be eight) siblings and am the third oldest child. I've grown up around kids my entire life and have practically learned how to be a mom through these experiences. Some say that it is mind blowing that I love to be around children so frequently since I have so many at home; however, I can confidently...
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Fun Sitter

Lynchburg, VA

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$14/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name's Sarah and I am a sophomore at JMU! I have over 3 years of experience in babysitting and look forward to more! I had amazing babysitters when I was growing up who inspired me to ensue babysitting. I value my time spent with children and enjoy the excitement that comes from it. I can help with Crafts, Errands, and...
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Memory Maker

Lynchburg, VA

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$14/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm recently graduated with a bachelor' in Psychology. I am loving, energetic, and have a passion for helping families and children. I am the youngest of 5 kids and my mother owned a daycare growing up, so inherently I have always loved children and have worked and volunteered for kid-friendly atmospheres. I worked...
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Part-time Pet Sitter/caregiver

Lynchburg, VA

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
I am a special education teacher of nine elementary students (for the academic years of 2014-2015) with special needs in second and fifth grades. I align, develop, and implement Individual Education Plans to meet student needs and adhere to state regulations. I have implemented and interpreted data from standardized education...
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Love To Serve With A Servant Heart!

Lynchburg, VA

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$13/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I worked at a summer camp this summer where I was around children from the ages of 7-17. I also volunteer and teach a Sunday school class at my home church while I am not in school at Liberty University. I love working with...
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Altavista, VA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Altavista, 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 2 babysitters in Altavista, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Altavista, VA babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of June 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Altavista, VA through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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