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I have owned dogs and cared for them all my adulthood. I will care for your fur baby as my own. I offer my home for boarding. We have a senior and young Pug puppy .
Lourdes can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
I like to help those whom may need an extra set of hands now and then. I have cared for family and others whom may need an extra set of hands when they are in need.
Lourdes can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning
Meghan B.
Stanardsville, VA
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a currently a senior at Virginia Tech graduating in December with a bachelors in psychology. I love all pets, the outdoors, and doing crafts! In high school I obtained my Nursing Assistant license and am CPR certified.
Dasia T.
Stanardsville, VA
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Dasia.
I've been working in a licensed child development center with kids of all ages for a little over five years. I am comfortable caring and have experience caring for children with disabilities. I believe that a babysitter plays a very important role in a child's development.
Dasia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Aleah B.
Stanardsville, VA
$14-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Aleah B! I am 19 years old and looking for a new job as a babysitter! I am very outgoing, easy to get along with, and love kids! I am not covid-19 vaccinated.
I started working with kids during my senior year of high school. I watched five kids for a single father, until he no longer needed me.
In my spare...
I have 6+ years experience refereeing children's soccer and babysitting. I am CPR certified, have a history of being a surgical assistant, and am vaccinated. I have a 3-year-old boy who is very active and loves other children. We have one friendly dog, chickens and a pig that we love to play with and take care of in our fenced...
Katherine can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
(1)
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very kind and attentive. A wonderful sitter."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of babysitting experience. I am very active and enjoy being outside. I enjoy animals and would love to walk/ play outside with them! I enjoy cleaning and reorganizing so if you're looking for any help I would love to! I really am here for anything you may need I will do my best to help any way I can.
Sabrina can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sabrina was great! Super friendly and energetic, and was able to bond with my toddler immediately. I would definitely hire her again and recommend her to other parents. "
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Roxana M.
Charlottesville, VA
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Roxana. I'm 33 years old. I speak both English and Spanish. I have been taking care of other families children for 9 years now. I also have children of my own. Two littles that are 6&2 which I would love to bring with me while doing childcare. Currently am teaching but I will be a little more free over the summer....
Roxana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We're happy to have Roxana caring for our 11mo in our home during the day. The relationship is still new, but my child loves her, and her interactions with him are wonderful. We're looking forward to a great relationship."
Tannis F.
5.0
(1)
Nice to meet you! I just graduated from JMU with a degree in Interpersonal Communications. I love working with children and have had many years of experience ranging from babysitting to teaching. My love for kids started when I was volunteering at my church's child watch. I volunteered for over 8 years until I became then lead...
Hope can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Hope took great care of our two boys over the summer. She is trustworthy and full of positive energy. I would highly recommend her!"
Kelly C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Oriana. I go to James Madison University and am looking for baby sitting jobs. I am a Media Arts and Design Major with a WRTC minor. I babysat a 16-month-old every weekday for 9 months and loved it so have the skills of feeding, changing and getting the child to nap. Previous to this I had helped my mom babysit...
Oriana can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Oriana took care of my one year old in late 2021-mid 2022. She was warm, kind, and very engaging. At times, my son struggled with being away from me, but she was patient and provided him with lots of comfort and reassurance. We miss her and would highly recommend...
Yeimarie L.
Elorah M.
Charlottesville, VA
$22-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have spent the last year doing housekeeping for a family and am looking to branch out to more households. I enjoy cleaning and organizing as well as helping out with any other basic tasks. I am nonjudgmental and understand that keeping your house clean is not your first priority.
Elorah can also help with: Basement cleaning, attic cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently on the Director team of an Outdoor Education Center for students ages K-12. We work with students during the day to ensure they are learning while being in a safe and positive environment.
In addition my previous work ahs included a summer camp counselor for campers ages 12-16. Where we live in cabins with...
Kara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our family loves Kara! She has been our date-night sitter for our 3 girls - ages 7, 4, and 1 - several times. She is super dependable and punctual. I feel very comfortable leaving her with our girls. She is fun, laid back, and responsible."
Emily H.
Michelle G.
Charlottesville, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a child caregiver with tons of experience and excellent references. I am a hands on, outgoing individual. I am also the mother to my 4-year-old son who is on the spectrum. Please feel free to message me regarding any questions you may have.
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My husband and I were visiting Charlottesville for job interviews and needed help in the afternoon for our 2 boys, ages 4 years and 1 year. Another mom recommended her to me and I am forever grateful. She picked out a great playground where the boys could play...
Elizabeth M.
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(1)
Hi, my name is Ellie! I am from Broadway, VA. I am a current senior at Messiah University studying to become an occupational therapist.
My experience with babysitting started at a young age, helping with childcare at my church. In high school, I started official part-time babysitting gigs and lifeguarding. The skills I have...
Ellen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ellie is an amazing sitter for us! She has always been on time and we come home to a totally clean house! My kids who are normally super shy love her!!"
Meaghan C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Katie B. I am from Richmond VA, and am currently a sophomore at James Madison University. I have over 5 years of experience with kids. I have been babysitting for as long as I remember, but also have served as a summer nanny in Richmond Virginia a few summers. I also have gotten the opportunity to work a travel nanny...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie has been a blessing to our family taking care of our 1 year old son. She is professional, kind and extremely reliable. Katie has helped us as a full time nanny and babysat date nights. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have been cleaning homes since 2009. It is something I do on the side. Thank you for the time to read a little about me.
Roxana can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madison I'm new to care. com but I've been babysitting for about 5 years. I've grown up watching kids in the church and in my family, as well as babysitting jobs, and I will make sure your child is my number one priority. I'm looking for a part-time/ full time job, and I am very trustworthy, reliable, and I...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids adore Madison. She has been so great and patient with my babies. Madison has watch my daughter sense she was 2 months old and my son sense he was 2 1/2 years old. She's always on time and very dependable! We are so thankful to have such a wonderful caring...
Megan S.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Elkton, VA
Jess S.
5.0
Very kind and attentive. A wonderful sitter.
- Care member
Sabrina C.
5.0
Sabrina was great! Super friendly and energetic, and was able to bond with my toddler immediately. I would definitely hire her again and recommend her to other parents.
- Care member
Roxana M.
5.0
We're happy to have Roxana caring for our 11mo in our home during the day. The relationship is still new, but my child loves her, and her interactions with him are wonderful. We're looking forward to a great relationship.
- Tannis F.
Hope S.
5.0
Hope took great care of our two boys over the summer. She is trustworthy and full of positive energy. I would highly recommend her!
- Kelly C.
Oriana L.
5.0
Oriana took care of my one year old in late 2021-mid 2022. She was warm, kind, and very engaging. At times, my son struggled with being away from me, but she was patient and provided him with lots of comfort and reassurance. We miss her and would highly recommend her!
- Yeimarie L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Elkton, VA:
How can I find a Elkton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Elkton, 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 10 babysitters in Elkton, 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 Elkton, VA?
The average rate for Elkton, VA babysitters on Care.com is $16.70 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 Elkton, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Elkton, 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.