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344 babysitters are listed in Fairfax, VA
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 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
"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...
Sevinj M.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! I am a very honest, energetic and loving person. I am bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. Worked for a family full-time for twin boys, age 10 (caring for them since they were 10 months old) & their young sibling age 5. I currently work with...
Ingrid can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ingrid was great with my 2.5 YO. My daughter immediately warmed up to her, and she really enjoyed all of the activities that they did together. This was my first time with Ingrid will definitely be hiring her again!"
Whitney Z.
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, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ms. Becky is very energetic and kept up with our little ones. They loved interacting with her."
Brea H.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
12 years as a teacher in a daycare, taking care of babies from 2 months to 5 years old. Having the opportunity to prepare them to get into pre-K, love to make crafts and exercise with them. Love to see children grow and be a part of their healthy development. First aid and CPR certified! COVID vaccinated April 2021.
Fabiola can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Fabiola is absolutely the best nanny we have had. She is so great at teaching and caring for our children. "
Care member
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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Katie!
I have 7 years of babysitting/ 1 year of nanny experience! I have experience watching 4 kids at a time, twins, and working with kids with special needs! I'm Red Cross certified in babysitting, adult and pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED.
Some activities I love doing with kids are playing sports/games, doing...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Katie to babysit on short notice my 9 month old baby who hasn't had a babysitter before. She arrived on time and was wonderful with him. In the 4-hour period I hired her for, she bottle fed him twice, put him down for a nap, changed his diaper, and played...
Camille A.
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 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I am Mery, 34 yo. I was teacher in my country Peru, since I came to USA (11 years ago)
I have been working with many families taking care of their kids and driving them to activities. I have been Aupair for one year also I worked in a childcare center for 2 years.
During Covid, I taught Spanish and assisted as a...
Mery can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Mery was always punctual, dependable and and amazing teacher for my daughter E., I strongly recommend her to any family with young children."
Mariana S.
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 is the best caregiver you could ask for! She is calm under pressure, kind and incredibly loving to the children, and I truly feel at ease leaving the kids with her. She is reliable, clean, and just an absolute pleasure to be around. Count yourself and you...
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: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sade A.
Fairfax, VA
$16-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experience Babysitter Available Or Short-term Notice And Weeknights
5.0
(3)
I've been a babysitter for over 6 years now. I am organized and well disciplined, I cook and I clean, I'm creative. I love to do arts and crafts as a fun, affordable activity, as well as read and encourage creativity and healthy growth in each child. For example I enjoy thinking of games to help a child with their homework, or...
Sade can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sade is a lifesaver! She provided daily in-home care for our daughter when she was between seven and fourteen months old. She is great with infants and toddlers, she's punctual, responsive, caring and kind. And most importantly, our daughter adores her and is...
Jessica H.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lucia has watched my child now a couple of times at her home. She is great with kids and I could tell that my daughter really enjoyed the time she spent with her. She was engaging with my daughter the whole time she was with her. Also she was really flexible and...
Maria H.
3.8
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My commitment is to sustain a caring relationship with each child and their family. If you are looking for a responsible, honest. Reliable, outgoing, self-motivated, caring and patient babysitter you can count on me. I will assure that you are completely satisfied with all the attention, and affection not to mention the needs of...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"We have a 12 year old son and a 9 months old daughter. While my husband and I were working, Sandra was home with the little one and the 12 year old was at school. She was in charge to pick up our son from school. We love how she was able to get things done everyday...
Nicki B.
Belsy H.
Fairfax, VA
$54/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi , I have over 10 years of cleaning experience , I'm very trustworthy, reliable transportation.
You will experience a new level of clean. I love to clean, and I work to Customer's satisfaction. I provide all the cleaning supplies needed to leave your home sparkling clean.
I offer the following services:
Deep cleaning
Basic...
Belsy can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization
5.0
"Belsy does a great job. Arrives on time and cleans my house thoroughly. She also puts up with my sometimes annoying dogs."
Judith T.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
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. "
Care member
4.8
(28)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
Hi
I am a preschool teacher and I work in a private school with children with special needs, I have experience with children of all ages especially children between 4 and 10 years old, I am very proactive, empathetic and fun, I have excellent references of families with whom I have worked and the school where I currently work....
Ana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"It was a tremendous blessing having Jessika do the morning commute from our home in Annandale to our school in Vienna. She is a reliable driver. In addition she has a lovely personality and carries a perennial smile that lit up our mornings. Our six and 9-year-old...
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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & 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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Meagan was great. She was timely and sweet with the kids. We'll definitely have her back."
Tami H.
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 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:
First Aid
CPR
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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.
Ingrid T.
5.0
Ingrid was absolutely wonderful with our two boys. She arrived on time and kept them engaged with lots of fun activities while we were away. Our little one asked if she could come to school with him - no bigger compliment! :)
- Care member
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.
Fabiola L.
5.0
Fabiola watched my boys for over 4 years. She took excellent care of them- she was there for our family in every way possible. From taking them to the park, to navigating health challenges, or preparing their meals and teaching them to hold a pencil and write correctly, she did it all. Most of all,...
- Care member
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.
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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 344 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 $18.96 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 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 267 reviews of the 344 listed babysitters.