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173 babysitters are listed in Fairfax, VA
The average rate is $19/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Fairfax, VA
Ofeliya T.
Fairfax, VA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For All-week Daytime Babysitting Jobs
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I was caring for 3 wonderful kids (ages 1. 5 - 4 yrs) for the last 3 years. They started kindergarten this year so I am looking for a new family to assist with their childcare needs. My main duties were: - Watching the kids - Taking them for a walk - Taking them to the park - Putting them to take a nap - Cooking for them -...
5.0
"She is gorgeous. My daughter loves her so much. She worked with us for 2 years and I have never have any doubts and worries when my daughter was with Mrs. Ofeliya. She always cares about kids and help them to develop their motor skills. I totally recommend her...
Nihan G.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 35 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced babysitter and really good with kids of all ages! I am also fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
I can play baseball with your boys or have tea parties with your girls! As a volunteer reading tutor I'm always ready to help little ones learn to read or assist your teens with homework or a school project....
Becky can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Becky to watch our 6 and 9 year olds while my husband and I attended a holiday party. She was a great communicator and made it very easy to work with. She had enough energy to match my two energetic kids. I got the sense that they spent most of the time...
Jennifer K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. I've cared for individuals of all ages - ranging from newborns to teens to adults with special needs. I'm pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education & will graduate at the end of the Fall 2024 semester. I was a preschool teacher for 2 years before I started working as a...
Caeli can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Caeli to care for my 11 year old special needs son. She has been passionate, patient, understanding and VERY dependable! She is sweet, kind, and responsible. I felt very comfortable with her ability to care for my son who has Autism, ADHD, and seizure...
Marcy P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently a graduate student getting a master's in Clinical Mental Health and looking for part-time work. I have 4 years of experience with children ages 2 to 10 years old, but I am comfortable with children of all ages. I am passionate about working with children and doing active and creative activities.
Monica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Maria. Having raised 5 kids of my own, I know the ins and outs of mothering. I have a tender passion for children, and when I am at work I care for them like if they were my own. I am very good at following directions to respect parents' wishes and preferences. I am also extremely responsible and reliable.
I am...
5.0
"Maria Rotela has been with our family for almost six years. My girls are now 12 and 8 years old but she started with us when they were 6 and 2. I cannot speak highly enough about her. She's incredibly loving, great with kids and a terrific partner in parenting....
Care member
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a nanny with great references. I have been a babysitter and nanny for about 10 years and I have a clean driving record and great references!
April can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lucia. A little about me, I am originally from Colombia, and I have been living in the Fairfax area for the last 10 years. I have an 9-year-old son who I adore. I speak Spanish and some English; I am still learning to improve it.
I worked full-time for a private daycare center for the last 7 months. I also...
Lucia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lucia is a great person with a lot to offer, and is an amazing person at heart. Lucia is flexible, understanding, respectful, polite, and most of all amazing with my Little one! and she keep me posted with videos and photos of my son activities.I couldn't ask for...
Veronica L.
5.0
(30)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting and working with children (different ages & abilities) for a long time :D After graduation from undergrad at CNU (majored in psychology & childhood studies), I moved to New Zealand where I was an Au Pair for 8 months to a 3 and 5-year-old. It was a great experience and I'm so thankful to still keep in touch...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sydney is absolutely wonderful! She’s watched my 1 year old daughter a number of times and she’s such a natural caregiver. Very experienced, kind, and loving. I never worry when my daughter is in Sydney’s care. Would highly highly recommend. "
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Emily T.
Fairfax, VA
$33-80/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(20)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional care provider in the Northern Virginia area. I earned my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and completed some Early Childhood Education courses at the master's level. I have a large amount of babysitting, nannying, and pet care experience. I have a younger sister who has special needs, and...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emily was an absolute godsend when she stepped in to help care for my 10-month-old twin boys. Even though the boys had never met her before, Emily knew just how to put them at ease - she didn't rush up to them but let them warm up to her while she played with some...
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Meagan W.
Fairfax, VA
$30-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for the past seven years. I have baby sat children ranging from 5 weeks old to 11 years old. Outside of babysitting I have coached a youth running team and a youth cheerleading and dance team. I also have enjoyed working as a tutor. I recently graduated from Michigan State with my Masters Degree and moved...
Meagan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Meagan was wonderful with our children. We and they instantly felt comfortable with her, and we appreciated that she jumped right in and played with them. We look forward to hiring Meagan again!"
Katherine C.
Joanna L.
Fairfax, VA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! :) My name is Joanna but some people call me jojo lol! I am fully vaccinated and currently live in Odenton MD. I worked in a preschool but had to leave because I am 6 months pregnant, I am no rush to be working at the moment, just putting myself out there in case someone needs a part time babysitter. Please feel free...
Joanna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Joanna is very good with kids. She has a sweet demeanor and is responsible. I highly recommend her."
Kezia S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi - My name is Mannal and I'm currently a Sophomore at George Mason University. I am offering child care, senior care, pet care, and household services. I love being a babysitter and have been
watching toddlers, and kids (including twins!) since I was 15 years old. My responsibilities have included driving to/from school,...
Mannal can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Mannal has always completed her responsibilities on time. She worked for me last year and I have to admit I was so satisfied with her work. My children loved spending time with her. She gives very energetic and friendly vibes. My children loved seeing her again and...
Fozia S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ariana and I will be attending law school this upcoming fall! I am currently only looking for jobs that consist of occasional child care, such as date nights, week-day evenings, or a daytime weekend. As the oldest sibling of four, I have always watched over children. I have been babysitting for a little over six...
Ariana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Viviana R.
Fairfax, VA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.3
(9)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I am friendly, energetic , 54-year-old female. I am the proud mother of a 27-year-old son. I live in Fairfax, Va. My family migrated to this wonderful country in 1976. I try to visit Chile as much as possible.
I developed a love for children when I was very young. My mother would take me to her babysitting jobs.
I went to...
Viviana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Viviana has watched my twin boys for over 2 years (since infancy), and she's also about to start watching my newborn. I don't think there's anyone I could trust more to watch my children. She loves my boys as her own. My boys have some speech delays, and she has...
Suzie C.
Petra B.
Fairfax, VA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! I am currently a freshman at GMU!! I have 5 years of experience with babysitting. Over the course of those years, I watched 3 boys that were aged 6 months, 3 years, and 5 years old when I first started watching them. I am CPR and first aid certified as well as have a personal vehicle. Please contact me if you have any...
Petra can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Petra arrived early , communicated timely before arriving, was so kind and patient to our autistic son . Will definitely hire her again !"
Honey C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*Please see the end of my bio for rates
Since high school, I have provided tutoring and caretaking services, having learned early on my love for working with children!
My most recent former position was as a support teacher for several daycare classrooms ranging in ages 5 months to 4 years. Having worked as an assistant...
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leah was amazing! We needed last minute help and she was quick to respond and was a huge help on a stressful day. Our kids loved her, and she was happy to play and take them to the park. 10/10!"
Elaine K.
Silvia M.
Fairfax, VA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Silvia. I am a responsible and experienced babysitter looking to share my enthusiasm and creativity as a date night and part-time nanny for a family seeking help with any child care needs and daily activities. I am a lovable, energetic and self-motivated person, with over 6 years of experience working with children....
Silvia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My 2 yr old son loved Silvia and they bonded super quickly which I loved. He didn't even notice when I left! She kept me updated throughout the night and if she had any questions she reached out. Will definitely be hiring Silvia again she's amazing."
Alyssa M.
3.9
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I graduated George Mason University in December majoring in childhood education and minoring in childhood studies. I am now getting my masters degree! I have babysat children since I was 13 and have tons of experience. I have a lot of younger siblings that have helped me prepare for babysitting as well. I have a ton of...
Tabitha can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Tabitha has been amazing watching my kids. She always showed up on time and stayed over time even when me or my husband were running late from work or traffic. The kids wouldn’t stop asking me when Tabitha was coming to play with them!! She is very reliable and I...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Emily C. and I have been babysitting/tutoring for 4 years. I've had much experience caring for children in the past, including 2 long-term families I've been with as well as summer schools and camps! I was a teaching assistant for three summers for classrooms of kids ages ranging from 4-13. I was required to...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Very responsible and good at fulfilling needs"
Hannah K.
Karina Q.
Fairfax, VA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone!! My name is Karina. I used to babysit kids in my neighborhood since I was 15 years old. In the last years I have taken care of my 2 kids (my oldest one is 15 and my youngest is 12). I am comfortable if you have pets, everyone in my family has been fully vaccinated. Can you some light cleaning if you need it and...
Karina can also help with: Carpooling, travel
5.0
"Our family absolutely loves Ms. Karina, and my girls look forward to seeing her every day."
Razieh V.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fairfax, VA
Ofeliya T.
5.0
Ofeliya is a wonderful person and a professional caregiver to your children. She is very patient and an excellent listener. She will play with your children with passion and enthusiasm. I trusted my two children to Ofeliya without hesitation. She is very adaptable and adjusts her style to the...
- Sevinj M.
Becky H.
5.0
We hired Becky to watch our 6 and 9 year olds while my husband and I attended a holiday party. She was a great communicator and made it very easy to work with. She had enough energy to match my two energetic kids. I got the sense that they spent most of the time playing made up games and building...
- Jennifer K.
Caeli V.
5.0
I hired Caeli to care for my 11 year old special needs son. She has been passionate, patient, understanding and VERY dependable! She is sweet, kind, and responsible. I felt very comfortable with her ability to care for my son who has Autism, ADHD, and seizure disorder. She met my son at the bus...
- Marcy P.
Maria R.
5.0
Maria has been our nanny since May 2023, caring for our 2-year-old daughter and watching our older children (8 and 10) whenever they're home. She is extremely caring, affectionate, and patient, and always keeps our daughter engaged in crafts, outdoor play, educational activities, and reading. She is...
- Gul G.
Lucia M.
5.0
Lucia is a great person with a lot to offer, and is an amazing person at heart. Lucia is flexible, understanding, respectful, polite, and most of all amazing with my Little one! and she keep me posted with videos and photos of my son activities.I couldn't ask for more. I'm very happy, satisfied and,...
- Veronica L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fairfax, VA:
How can I find a Fairfax babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Fairfax, 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 173 babysitters in Fairfax, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Fairfax, VA?
The average rate for Fairfax, VA babysitters on Care.com is $19.88 per hour as of July 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 Fairfax, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Fairfax, 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.
Ratings for Fairfax, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Fairfax, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 149 reviews of the 173 listed babysitters.