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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sara and I am a college student. I have been babysitting since I was 14 and I am a certified babysitter. I am trained in CPR and first aid. I am patient and love to make others laugh. I am willing to cook, clean, and provide fun activities. I am responsible, organized, and always have a plan which means you won't...
Sara can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sara was great! Five star review from our son! Would definitely hire again, she made us feel comfortable from the moment she stepped into our house. She was playful , sweet and a lot of fun. "
Care member
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Miranda. I have always loved working with and being around kids! I worked as a camp counselor one summer and volunteered with daycares before. I babysat for more than three different families in the past, and I look forward to meeting some new kids!
About me specifically, I am currently enlisted in the military...
5.0
"Miranda was amazing! She was very personable and responsive ahead of/in the midst of our booking. I truly appreciated how communicative she was throughout the experience. If you are looking for dependable childcare, I highly recommend Miranda."
Amy P.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I grew up the oldest in a large family (3 sisters and 1 brother), and as a result, have always gotten along well with kids. I have a very calm personality, and am straightforward but kind when interacting with others. Some of my favorite activities to do with children are building with Lego's, talking walks and identifying...
Jess can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very kind and attentive. A wonderful sitter."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a super fun, and energetic person fit for watching your kids! I adore children; in fact, my future career involves them. I am majoring in Inclusive Early Childhood Education. My degree will be in special education as well as general education. I love playing outside, playing indoor games, making creative crafts...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have had Isabella watch our youngest for a few hours during the day and also have had her watch all 3 of our girls in the evenings for a date night. She is outgoing, easy to communicate with, and flexible. Our girls look forward to seeing her again!"
Emily H.
5.0
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I have been babysitting in the Haymarket/Gainesville area for over 8 years. I have experience with children 2- 13 years old.
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samatha is top notch!!! If you want a nanny that your kids will absolutely love and whom you absolutely trust Samantha is it. She was our nanny last summer for our 9 year old triplets and she kept them to a schedule, to include lessons, and made sure they had fun...
Angela K.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Recently moved back to Harrisonburg with my husband. Looking to work with individuals on the autism spectrum!
5.0
"She is just the best - simply put, strongly meant!"
Sara B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Megan and I'm a senior special education major. I specialize in tutoring dyslexia and other learning disabilities, however, I will work with any students struggling with reading. I have completed training in the Wilson Reading System, which is my primary method of instruction. My sessions are 60 minutes, and I can...
5.0
"I am thrilled to share my heartfelt review for Megan, who tutored our 8-year-old son in reading. Megan's dedication and expertise have been instrumental in his remarkable progress. Initially lacking confidence, his reading skills have flourished under Megan's...
Jaisie S.
5.0
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Growing up with cats and dogs in the my own house and being a nanny for a family with their own dog, I am very comfortable around animals. I am currently a foster cat mom and work at an outdoor education center where we have a variety of frogs, turtles and snakes that I help take care of from bedding and water changes to...
Kara can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"We have used Kara on numerous occasions to house sit and take care of our furry family members and other pets. Our dogs have always received the best care from Kara. Kara is kind ,responsible and passionate about taken care of animals. She spends the night at our...
Charles N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Hayley! I am currently in nursing school so I am BLS certified. My schedule varies every week due to my clinical schedule. I would love to help out 1-3 days a week but it depends on the week when I am available. I am also looking to do one time or occasional babysitting. I have references available upon request. I have...
Hayley can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We spent a week in VA Beach and Hayley watched our kids two mornings and one evening. Communication was excellent. The kids (2 years and 6 months) loved her and we felt immediately comfortable leaving them with her. She was flexible with the schedule, on time and...
Maria O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Newborn Care Specialist for preterm infant twins. I've been caring for children since I was a child myself, babysitting my first infant at age 13. I volunteered over 1, 000 hours at a childcare center through high school and college. I have a Bachelor's degree with concentrations in Education and Spanish. I've studied...
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We are so happy we hired Leah! Our 2.5 year old daughter adored her and she took wonderful care of her. We highly recommend Leah to others for her understanding of child development and well thought out activities with our daughter. She also always cleaned up after...
Erin S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had lots of experience watching animals in my hometown. I frequently used to watch my friend's two pit-bulls. I sometimes would stay in the home of my mom's boss watching her 3 dogs, and cat. I have taken care of up to 4 animals at a time. I am animal lover, with a dog and cat myself. I would love to watch your animals!...
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kyla, I am 22 years old and I have been working with children for 8 years, 4 of those as a full-time nanny. I have worked with children ages 2 months-10 years. I love working with children and families and developing connections with both. I have experience in providing activity planning, errands, shopping,...
Kyla can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kyla has worked as a nanny for our family for almost a year. She's extremely sweet, dependable, and nurturing. My boys are 4 and 8 and they adore her. She plays pretend, does crafts, reads books, and keeps the kids engaged all while keeping with our family's daily...
Samantha D.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been watching children since I was about 13 years old. I have watched multiple age groups of children ranging from newborns to 13-year-olds. I worked at a childcare facility for a summer about 4 years ago and worked with elementary and middle school children. I just recently graduated college from JMU this past May. I...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Adrienne and I am a senior at James Madison University! I am an elementary educations major, so I have lots of experience with children. Through JMU, I have had experience in a day care and elementary schools. I have worked with children as young as 4 months to as old as 8 years old. I have a very outgoing personality...
Adrienne can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Elia and I have been babysitting/tutoring for about 4 years now. I come from a close family, so baby sitting originally started with little cousins but I became a full time tutor in 2019! I am a Sophomore at James Madison University and am originally from Maryland. I would love the opportunity to work with...
Elia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I recently graduated from JMU this past December and I am looking for some babysitting/nannying opportunities. I love working with children and have for many years. During covid I worked as an assistant teacher for a daycare where I cared for newborns to toddlers. I also was a nanny during this same time for two young...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I am interested in the job you posted! Here's some info about me to see if i'm a good match for your family:
I have lots of experience watching kids of all ages. I love babies and children so much! I would be more than happy to watch kids in the house, doing anything from watching tv, to doing assigned activities, art...
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Caroline H.
Harrisonburg, VA
$11-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a high school graduate who is going off to college in the fall who loves working with children! I have held multiple babysitting jobs over the past few years while I have also grown up looking after my younger sibling. I love pets and arts and crafts. Having the opportunity to do something I love is amazing. I can't wait to...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Kristin B.
Harrisonburg, VA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have been a nanny/ babysitter for over 6 years while in high school and college. I am home for the summer and I have more free time to babysit while I am not working at my part time job:)
Kristin can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Erika and I am a student at James Madison University! I have babysat children of all ages for several years and I love it so much! I have babysat for family friends, church members, and have watched children during church events.
I have worked with an after school/summer child care program since 2022 where I make...
Erika can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Bridgewater, VA
Sara B.
5.0
Sara was great! Five star review from our son! Would definitely hire again, she made us feel comfortable from the moment she stepped into our house. She was playful , sweet and a lot of fun.
- Care member
Miranda C.
5.0
Miranda was amazing! She was very personable and responsive ahead of/in the midst of our booking. I truly appreciated how communicative she was throughout the experience. If you are looking for dependable childcare, I highly recommend Miranda.
- Amy P.
Jess S.
5.0
Very kind and attentive. A wonderful sitter.
- Care member
Isabella C.
5.0
We have had Isabella watch our youngest for a few hours during the day and also have had her watch all 3 of our girls in the evenings for a date night. She is outgoing, easy to communicate with, and flexible. Our girls look forward to seeing her again!
- Emily H.
Samantha S.
5.0
Samatha is top notch!!! If you want a nanny that your kids will absolutely love and whom you absolutely trust Samantha is it. She was our nanny last summer for our 9 year old triplets and she kept them to a schedule, to include lessons, and made sure they had fun every day. We would have hired her...
- Angela K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Bridgewater, VA:
How can I find a Bridgewater babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Bridgewater, 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 14 babysitters in Bridgewater, 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.
How much do babysitters charge in Bridgewater, VA?
The average rate for Bridgewater, VA babysitters on Care.com is $16.71 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 Bridgewater, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Bridgewater, 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.