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Prisca E.


Ruckersville, VA

$11-16/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Prisca. I am a patient, fun-loving young adult. I have approximately 5 years of experience taking care of children stages newborn to preteen. During my high school years, I was the neighborhood babysitter. When my older sister had her 3 under 3, I was the live-in babysitter nurturing and loving the newborns. I...
Prisca can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Prisca took such great care of my kids, the had so much fun playing games and making crafts with her. I felt so at ease. She has a great presence and she loves kids. My kids enjoyed her so much they didn't want her to leave. She was so exceptional. I would highly...

Stacy S.

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Kristen S.


Ruckersville, VA

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hi, I am currently a Registered Nurse. I have a 4 year degree from Shenandoah University. I have six years of senior care experience including the areas of Dementia and Alzheimer's. I enjoy working with older patients to help them with their daily activities and to improve their quality of life at home. I am Basic Life Support/...
Kristen can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Kristen is wonderful! In recent months I have come to know and respect Kristen. Kristen helps me in the care for my mother who struggles with end stage Alzheimer's. She is attentive, dependable and very responsible. Her personal experiences and nursing studies give...

Susan S.

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Emma L.


Harrisonburg, VA

$16-25/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Loving Nanny!

Hi! My name is Emma, I am currently a full time nanny, and been have been one for about 3 years now. My passion is caring for children and helping them grow, learn, and navigate the ways of life as best I can! I have over 8 years of babysitting exeperience with children ages newborn to 10 years old. I am CPR & First Aid...
Emma can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emma was our nanny/sitter for 6 months before she sadly moved away. I have a one year old and a four year old who both adore her. She was always on time, attentive, caring, cautious and playful with both kids. I never worried about their safety and they were always...

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Katherine L.


Harrisonburg, VA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

I am a first time mom looking to make a little extra income for my family. I have been babysitting since I was 15, and I have a range of ages under my belt. I am a hands on babysitter. I like educational games and crafts, and I prefer playtime instead of tv or technology. My 5-month-old son will most likely have to join me on my...
5.0
"Katherine has a wonderful personality, and is punctual, dependable, and responsible. We would love to hire her for future babysitting needs! "

Shantasia W.

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Sara B.


Harrisonburg, VA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Best Parent Helper

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & 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. "

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Julienne B.


Harrisonburg, VA

$20-21/hr8 yrs exp

I'm Looking To Offer Babysitting Services For Consistent Weekdays Or For Babysitting On Weekends!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Julienne, I've had over 8 years of child care experience, watching children from the ages of a week old to 12 years old! I've been fortunate enough to work at my old Catholic school in Virginia Beach, Va watching the children who stay after school as well as working at a daycare. I'm currently a student and will...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jules is a wonderful caregiver for my two kids. They always have a great time when she watches them. She is reliable and has excellent communication before, during, and after."

Sarah P.

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Heather C.


Charlottesville, VA

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Infant And Child Care Provider

I have MANY years of experience with caring for infants and children. I can provide EXCELLENT references from families I have worked for! I am flexible with days and times! Feel free to contact me to discuss your needs!
5.0
"My wife and I highly recommend Heather for almost anything you would need help with. Amazing support to our family."

Dan K.

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Erin S.


Charlottesville, VA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Fun, Patient Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an elementary education major who has always loved working with children. I have several years of experience with kids between babysitting, coach VABA basketball camps in the summers, and my experience in the classroom through James Madison University. I am creative, patient, and a good problem solver and am willing to help...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Erin is Awesome. My daughter absolutely adores her. She has babysit for us regularly, typically once a week, while she’s attending college 2022/2023. She’s never been late, she’s always kind and loving with my daughter (and my daughter can be bossy, she’s 4)....

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Sarah M.


Harrisonburg, VA

$13-21/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I watched triplets over the summer and got used to cleaning up their house every day, as well. I am sort of a neat freak with my own space and actually enjoy cleaning. I attend JMU, but I have a lot of free time. I would love this opportunity!
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Angelica V.


Harrisonburg, VA

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Warm-hearted Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Angelica! I am a College student here in Virginia. I'm a nyc native but I recently located to Virginia. Caring for kids is nothing new to me! My experience ranges from toddlers to preteens. I worked as an assistant at a home day care near my home throughout my years of high school, where I helped with all basic tasks...
Angelica can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Amazing, very attentive and caring to my little boy"

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Catherine D.


Charlottesville, VA

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Companionship For Seniors!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have a passion for seniors and love getting to hear about their lives. I am studying social work and psychology at Virginia Commonwealth University and plan to be a case manager in a medical hospital. I'm patient, caring, and organized. I am CPR/AED certified and am willing to go the extra mile for a loved one. I am...
Catherine can also help with: Personal care, companionship
5.0
"Catherine has not wasted her time at school. She knows what she is doing and gave good answers to my questions. Plus, she charmed my wife."

Jim M.

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
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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Sarah M.


Harrisonburg, VA

$10-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am currently a graduate student at Shenandoah University working on my doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy. I live in Berryville, VA and am 22 years old. I currently only go in to campus on Tuesdays, which gives me some free time during the week! I have several years of experience with children of all age...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sarah was a great asset to our young family. She took care of our 4 year old Triplets which can be a handful for any caregiver and she adapted quickly. We could always rely on her to show up for work, help out around the house, and interact with our kids."

Brian G.

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Ariana Z.


Ruckersville, VA

$25-45/hr2 yrs exp

Great Attitude

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm good at cleaning and any duty that needs to get done. COVID VACCINATED offer affordable prices and get your house really clean
Ariana can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning
5.0
"Ariana did a great job with my house today! I look forward to having her help on an ongoing basis. Highly recommend!"

Jen T.

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Mikayla K.


Harrisonburg, VA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

Hello! My name is Mikayla and I am a Senior Health Science Major at JMU! I have been with numerous family's since 2020 when COVID hit. I was with a wonderful family for a year in which I cared for a 16 month and helped with many daily activities. We loved playing inside with dolls and building blocks, going on walks, going to...
Mikayla can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I give my strongest recommendation for Mikayla as a babysitter. In early March, 2020, when COVID-19 hit and daycare closed, I hired Mikayla to watch my one year old daughter. Mikayla cared for my daughter full-time for four months and I don't know what I would...

Marie L.

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Megan G.


Harrisonburg, VA

$30-40/hr1 yrs exp

Reading Tutor

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.

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Heather C.


Charlottesville, VA

$30-40/hr7 yrs exp

Personal Assistant Housekeeper/Organizer

I have many years experience with helping many families local to Charlottesville and surrounding areas. I provide cleaning , organizing and personal assistant services for families or individuals in need of help in their daily lives. I can act as another set of hands and assist in errand running, laundry, cooking, organizing,...
Heather can also help with: Basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Heather has taken care of our house needs. She goes above & beyond what is asked of her. She is always kind & helpful & honest. I would not hesitate in recommending Heather. We are so glad we found her."

Gail S.

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Jessie B.


Harrisonburg, VA

$40-50/hr8 yrs exp

Northern VA Therapist New To The Area

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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Ava! I am a student-athlete at Randolph-Macon College and am working towards my Biology Degree. I would love to help out whenever possible. I am a very active person and can play outside all day with your kid or can chill inside and watch a movie. I am also available New Years Eve if you are looking for a sitter...
5.0
"Ava is a gem! She dove right in and kept my 6 year old entertained for two straight days in a row while I had work commitments. She's an excellent communicator, active, and fun. She drove him to an activity and to the library. Can't wait until we need a babysitter...

Erin H.

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Leah D.


Harrisonburg, VA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing, Experienced, Educated, Intuitive

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: Travel, swimming supervision, 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.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Elkton, VA

Prisca E.

5.0

Prisca took such great care of my kids, the had so much fun playing games and making crafts with her. I felt so at ease. She has a great presence and she loves kids. My kids enjoyed her so much they didn't want her to leave. She was so exceptional. I would highly recommend her. She's so awesome.

- Stacy S.

Kristen S.

5.0

Kristen is wonderful! In recent months I have come to know and respect Kristen. Kristen helps me in the care for my mother who struggles with end stage Alzheimer's. She is attentive, dependable and very responsible. Her personal experiences and nursing studies give her a deeper understanding of the...

- Susan S.

Emma L.

5.0

Emma was our nanny/sitter for 6 months before she sadly moved away. I have a one year old and a four year old who both adore her. She was always on time, attentive, caring, cautious and playful with both kids. I never worried about their safety and they were always sad to see her leave which was a...

- Care member

Katherine L.

5.0

Katherine has a wonderful personality, and is punctual, dependable, and responsible. We would love to hire her for future babysitting needs!

- Shantasia W.

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

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