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60 babysitters are listed in Bedford, VA
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 3 years
Babysitters in Bedford, VA
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Delaney. I am an interdisciplinary studies major with concentrations in Psychology and Sociology in my last year of college. I love anything Disney or superhero related and doing crafts. I have over 10 years of experience with children ranging from newborn to preteen including relatives and non relatives. My...
Delaney can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Delaney has helped care for both our 2 year old and newborn. She is truly wonderful with children. She is very playful and creative while providing excellent care. Our children love her just as much as we do!"
Megan S.
Hi, I'm Hannah! I am reliable, trustworthy, honest, and will take great care of your children. I co-teach with the K-5th grade kids at my church, and I have loved getting to know them, hearing about their lives, and helping them with anything they need. I have a younger sister (age 9) that I have had many hours of babysitting...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Zoe M.
Bedford, VA
$12-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi I'm Zoe! I have 3 years of experience with ages 0-13. Currently, I am a preschool teacher for the 3s and do some babysitting on the side. I am CPR and first aid trained. I am a sophomore in college headed towards an elementary education degree. In the past, I have had many experiences: working a summer camp program (3 summers...
Zoe can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
I have two years experience babysitting I also have 7 years experience working in the health care. I am easy to get along with and always willing to help. I am very responsible and reliable.
Lily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hi I'm Mackenzie. I played Soccer for 13 years. I have played travel, school, and county. I have played rec and competitive. I also helped my mother coach for 4 years. I now want to tutor and share my love of the sport with others
Hannah K.
Bedford, VA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Pet lover with lots of experience! Since Junior year in highschool, I have watched many breeds of dogs, from the tiniest Doxin to the largest Goldendoodle. I have experience with oral medications in senior dogs, as well as senior dog care in general. In addition to dogs, I have also taken care of birds, cats, and a mouse.
I am...
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi, my names Mackenzie. I have worked as an executive/ personal Assistant for 4 years. I have experience in everything from keeping a calendar to travel plans.
Brooke L.
Bedford, VA
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have plenty of experience cleaning as I grew up cleaning my home and cleaning family homes and do not use harsh chemicals!
Brooke can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning
Brooke L.
Bedford, VA
$14-19/hr
I have several years of high school and college tutoring and be willing to work with any age on most any subjects! I excel in Math and English but willing to do any subject!
Brooke L.
Bedford, VA
$14-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I can bring a lot of skills to your family! I have been working with kids for about 3 years now and I love being apart of their lives and watching them grow! I have experience from ages 3 months old to 14 years old. I think I would be a great asset to watch your little(s).
I am also CPR/First Aid certified
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Brooke L.
Bedford, VA
$11-16/hr
I am a huge animal lover and your furry friend will be in great hands with me! I am looking for any job!
Brooke can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Karen. I love children! My nanny-sitter experience ranges from infant care to age 12. With this experience I have provided skilled care to both infants and toddlers, as well as child development for preschool age children. I have also assisted with after school care and virtual schooling and have been a mother's...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karen took care of our daughter while we were on vacation. She spent time to get to know our daughter and played games based on her interests."
Hayley S.
I am a responsible prekindergarten teacher with excellent communication and planning skills demonstrated by over 10 years of teaching experience. I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education and a Virginia teaching license. I have experience as a nanny (for 5 years), an elementary school teacher (for 3 years), summer camp...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was blessed with the opportunity to be a live in and out nanny for the past 7 years. I have worked in four different states. I love getting down and seeing the world from the perspective of the children I cared for. I love receiving and getting bear hugs. I have worked with children from ages 18 months to teenagers. I try to...
Skills:
CPR
Stephanie Z.
Goode, VA
$8-13/hr • 5 yrs exp
I grew up around dogs, cats and horses. Love animals of all kinds. Also have worked at a Veterinarian hospital for 4 years. Comfortable with all types of animals
Stephanie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Olivia, and I am graduating from Liberty University, this Winter 2023, with a degree in Business and Real Estate. I grew up as the second oldest of 5 siblings and I love spending time with kids. I've worked with the children's ministry at my church and I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I have also gained...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Olivia is very, very polite; she can be silly and playful with our daughter. Furthermore, Olivia showed our daughter a neat Arts & Crafts activity. The one time that she did have to cancel an appointment, she notified us immediately & was apologetic about it. - We...
Jean R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Took 2/27/16 the Red Cross Advanced Child Care Training w/Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED. I worked in a church nursery 21 years caring for toddlers. I also have 4 children of my own, living out of town, with 8 grandchildren so far and another on the way. The maximum number of children I have babysat for while parents were out of...
Gayle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gayle has watched our children numerous times- some while we have gone out of town. She once scheduled an entire train day where she took our kids on a train ride, bought them a train set to play with at home, and read train books all day! The next day was a...
Kristin K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I graduated college with a bachelors degree in ASL, and currently work full time, but I am available during the summer and for date night/weekends. I have watched several families and have completed a variety of tasks. Some engaging activities that I enjoy doing with children include: coming up with fun games and activities,...
Lindsey can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lindsey is the best babysitter we have ever had! She is incredibly responsible and I fully trusted her to transport my three-year-old to and from preschool on several occasions, which I have never done with anyone else before or since! She is so kind and helpful....
Jennifer F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My senior care extends to companion care, Hoyer lift transfers, bed pan, bathing & dressing, medication assistance/ reminders, meal preparation & assistance, etc. Most of my senior care has been with independent seniors who needed little to no assistance with ADL's though I do have experience with more dependent seniors as well....
Emma can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, respite care, light cleaning, personal care & more
5.0
"I have known Emma since January, 2017, when she started working as a caregiver for me. She has become a friend as well as a caregiver. Emma takes me to my
doctor appointments, weekly hair appointments, grocery shopping, drugstore shopping, any errands I need...
Thelma L.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Bedford, VA
Delaney P.
5.0
Delaney has helped care for both our 2 year old and newborn. She is truly wonderful with children. She is very playful and creative while providing excellent care. Our children love her just as much as we do!
- Megan S.
Karen L.
5.0
Karen took care of our daughter while we were on vacation. She spent time to get to know our daughter and played games based on her interests.
- Hayley S.
Olivia C.
5.0
Olivia is very, very polite; she can be silly and playful with our daughter. Furthermore, Olivia showed our daughter a neat Arts & Crafts activity. The one time that she did have to cancel an appointment, she notified us immediately & was apologetic about it. - We would definitely hire her again!
- Jean R.
Gayle K.
5.0
Gayle watched my son for a couple of days a week for two years. She was very engaging and played with him rather than putting him in front of the TV. I often came in and she was singing songs with him or stacking blocks. She even wore her Halloween costume to babysit on Halloween because she knew...
- Kristin B.
Lindsey F.
5.0
Lindsey is the best babysitter we have ever had! She is incredibly responsible and I fully trusted her to transport my three-year-old to and from preschool on several occasions, which I have never done with anyone else before or since! She is so kind and helpful. The house was always clean when I...
- Jennifer F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Bedford, VA:
How can I find a Bedford babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Bedford, 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 12 babysitters in Bedford, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Bedford, VA?
The average rate for Bedford, VA babysitters on Care.com is $15.67 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 Bedford, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Bedford, 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.