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Hi, my name is Jasmine! I chose babysitting because I have a passion for working with children and contributing to their growth and development. Throughout the past couple of years, I have been babysitting my nieces and nephews as well as family and friends ! It's rewarding to see them learn and grow under my care. I love...
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Sarah T.


Reva, VA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Dogs, Cats, Horses All Creatures Great And Small... I Love Them All!

Where to begin... I have had animals all my life. Currently I have two great dogs, four cats and horses, and everyone is a rescue. My dogs and cats (some older) require special needs care, so I'm very experienced with their care and special feeding needs. I am an experienced Vet Assistant and long time horse owner, rider and...
Sarah can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
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Sarah T.


Reva, VA

$12-50/hr9 yrs exp

Child Care Full Or Part Time !

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

If you count the many years providing child care, it would be a total of 25 years of looking after the well being of children. I spent over 6 years caring for a family's three children, the youngest as an infant and two boys age 7 and 11. Please contact to discuss if interested. Thank you. available Full or Part time M- F. Or...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sarah is incredibly passionate about childcare. She has 30 years of experience, ranging from babysitting and nannying to foster care for ages 6 months and up. Sarah is thoughtful and nurturing. She is our most requested employee for weekend babysitting or holidays...

Alison N.

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Jamie B.


Rixeyville, VA

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Very experienced with children from newborn-12 years of age. I've nannied for multiple families for several months-several years. I will always treat your kids as my own. I have a full time job so I'm mainly looking for occasional date nights.
Jamie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Brandy M.


Reva, VA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Sitter

Looking for a family that needs a part-time sitter, I have a 2. 5-year-old girl that would be with me She loves making new friends and I would love to be extra support for a family for an errand day, date nights, appointments, or part-time work. I am a nurse that works weekend shifts as needed. Let me know if I can help you!
Brandy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Tracy S.


Reva, VA

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Love Kiddos Babysitting

I'm a mom of 8 kids ranging in age from 17 to 27 years. Also have 2 amazing grandbabies ages 2 & 3. They are all happy, healthy kids. I have been in the accounting field since graduating from business school in 1987. My current employer is going out of business in January 2024 and I'm looking forward to spending the next chapter...
Tracy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
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Elizabeth L.


Sperryville, VA

$30/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver INO Flex Sched

Currently my work is defined by homemaking, providing elderly personal care, and volunteer teaching/gardening at Belle Meade Montessori school. Notably, my extensive and varied employment experiences have resulted in my ability to adapt to fluctuating situations, prioritize the connection between humans and natural environments,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jamie B.


Rixeyville, VA

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Animal Lover

Experienced pet sitter. I have one dog of my own who is my baby. I have grown up with indoor animals my whole life and have many years of experience pet sitting and taking care of various animals. I will always treat your babies as my own.
Jamie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, grooming, dog training, pet walking & more
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Helene E.


Rixeyville, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider.

I am 4th oldest in a family with 10 children. I nannied for over 10 years before having children of my own. I'm married & a mother of 3 amazing kiddos which I homeschool. I'm easy going, comfortable with pets and excited to meet your family. I have CPR training, my own reliable vehicle, and a great work ethic.
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Tracy S.


Reva, VA

$23-25/hr

Heavenly Care For Your Loved One

Although I've never cared for seniors in a professional capacity I have been caring for my own family members and services offered through my church. I cared for my grandmother for several years after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's and assisted in care for my dad with a long battle of Parkinson's and Alzheimer's until he...
Tracy can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
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Laura C.


Castleton, VA

$16-18/hr4 yrs exp

I have 4 years of care giving experience and over 1 year of professional care giving experience. I will be more than happy with providing Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision.
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Abigail K.


Culpeper, VA

$18-32/hr10 yrs exp

Available For Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Abigail, but I go by Abby. I am 21 years old and a very experienced babysitter, as I have 10 siblings and I babysat the younger ones growing up. I worked at the Culpeper Baptist Church as an aid in the 1 1/2-2 1/2-year-old classroom. I worked there for a little over 2 1/2 years. I am a junior at UMW working towards my...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Abigail has a great bubbly personality! She arrived early and was ready to learn everything I had to tell her and teach her before she watched my children for an eight hour shift! She did everything on time as I desired even down to my children praying before...

Catherine M.

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Sandy L.


Culpeper, VA

$28-50/hr10 yrs exp

Family-Oriented Care With Kindness And Compassion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My passion and promise is to care for family members with respect and compassion in order to offer them a much better quality of life in their sunset years. My experience starts with 2 years working in an ER, followed by multiple positions as a private caregiver. My skills are extensive and include feeding, bathing,...
Sandy can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"We could not have asked for a better full-time caregiver for our now deceased elderly mother with dementia than Sandy. Sandy was always loving, upbeat and positive and gave the best care. She monitored our mother's health, safety and well-being closely and...

Julie M.

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Alexa U.


Culpeper, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Only Good And Fun Times!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Alexa and it would be my joy to take care of your little ones! I am the oldest of 6 children with many years of babysitting. Basically my whole life! I can help with light housekeeping, cooking/meal preparation, laundry, groceries, etc. Just let me know what you need and I can help. I am a board-game...
Alexa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Alexa to babysit our 5 month old. She is prompt, polite, and great with children. She followed our directions perfectly, and was so patient and caring with our little one. We would definitely hire her again "

Care member

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Anne D.


Amissville, VA

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

A Babysitter You Can Trust

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 30 + years of experience. I am the mother of five children, all are adults now. I am reliable, and energetic and love helping little people learn through play. Looking to be a helpful addition to a family. I am comfortable around animals, we have five dogs. I also have experience with a medically fragile child. Our son...
Anne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jozlyn R.


Luray, VA

$15-50/hr7 yrs exp

Jozlyn

I'd describe my personality as amiable, easy-going, and clever I have always loved working with kids. They have a mind of their own and such a creative imagination. I am looking for a job that would allow me to bring my son with me. I have reliable transportation and I'm able to come to your house and watch your kid(s). I...
5.0
"We love Jozlyn! She is absolutely wonderful with my kids. She's attentive, playful, patient, punctual and overall amazing! My kids are excited to see her everytime she comes. I can't say enough great things about Jozlyn. I honestly feel like she's just part of the...

Care member

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Lacey C.


Stanley, VA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

I'm 20 years old. I love spending time outside, reading, baking/cooking, and cleaning. But one thing I never grew out of that I still love doing, is using my imagination. Growing up I was always responsible for watching my younger cousins, and recently I started babysitting as a side job. I realized that I loved being around...
Lacey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Lacey has been a wonderful asset to our family. She is reliable, responsible, kind, patient and always goes above and beyond my expectations. "

Charlene R.

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Jozlyn R.


Luray, VA

$15-50/hr7 yrs exp

Jozlyn R

I'd describe my personality as Generous, Ambitious and friendly. I like working with kids they have such an opened mind, and imagination. Kids can have fun and be their selves and not worry about what others think. As they grow they remind ourselves of many important life lessons. I'm looking for a job that allows me to bring...
5.0
"We love Jozlyn! She is absolutely wonderful with my kids. She's attentive, playful, patient, punctual and overall amazing! My kids are excited to see her everytime she comes. I can't say enough great things about Jozlyn. I honestly feel like she's just part of the...

Melanie C.

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Elisa L.


Culpeper, VA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Fun And Loving Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love children and animals. I babysat my nephews, nieces and Godchildren since my teenage years. During my college years, I worked part time as a nanny and at La Petite Academy (I was contemplating teaching and international relations as a college Major while I volunteered for the Fairfax County Juvenile & Domestic Relations...
Elisa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Elisa is exceptional. Always on time. Organized. Excellent with children (particularly our eight-year-old). Warm and caring. Flexible. Responsible. Great attitude. I can't say enough good things about Elisa."

Patrick H.

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Bailey P.


Culpeper, VA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Sitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey everyone! I provide pet sitting, and have watched multiple animals. I have experience watching dogs, cats and even bunnies. I have 2 years experience, and am very reliable with watching multiple pets at a time. Hope to hear from you all soon!
Bailey can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Boston, VA

Sarah T.

5.0

Sarah is incredibly passionate about childcare. She has 30 years of experience, ranging from babysitting and nannying to foster care for ages 6 months and up. Sarah is thoughtful and nurturing. She is our most requested employee for weekend babysitting or holidays when our daycare is closed. She is...

- Alison N.

Abigail K.

5.0

Abigail has a great bubbly personality! She arrived early and was ready to learn everything I had to tell her and teach her before she watched my children for an eight hour shift! She did everything on time as I desired even down to my children praying before eating! My kids absolutely adored her...

- Catherine M.

Sandy L.

5.0

Sandy is professional, caring, personable, and fun. She helped us when we moved and gave my husband small jobs to do, which made him feel involved since he was anxious and confused about our move. She also made us laugh.

- Care member

Alexa U.

5.0

We hired Alexa to babysit our 5 month old. She is prompt, polite, and great with children. She followed our directions perfectly, and was so patient and caring with our little one. We would definitely hire her again

- Care member

Jozlyn R.

5.0

We love Jozlyn! She is absolutely wonderful with my kids. She's attentive, playful, patient, punctual and overall amazing! My kids are excited to see her everytime she comes. I can't say enough great things about Jozlyn. I honestly feel like she's just part of the family now.

- Care member

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