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344 babysitters are listed in Fairfax, VA
The average rate is $18/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Fairfax, VA
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Recent review:
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Meagan W.
Fairfax, VA
$30-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Meagan was great. She was timely and sweet with the kids. We'll definitely have her back.
Tami H.
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
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.
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: Travel, carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
We have an infant and two dogs. Karina saved us on a last minute request for babysitting, so that we could make our dinner reservations. She took care of our baby girl and looked after our two dogs without issue.
We were very pleased and will use her again.
Kevin D.
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, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Recent review:
5.0
Very responsible and good at fulfilling needs
Hannah K.
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: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Tabitha has been one of the greatest assets to my family in years! Thanks to her hard work my tasks at home have been easier taking away less time so that I can refocus on my career and still enjoy time with my family when I can. Amazing person, would definitely...
Care member
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
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.
Alexandra S.
Fairfax, VA
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Living in a large family I am very familiar when it comes to babysitting many children at one time. I am fully capable and know what it takes to care for someone's child like they are my own. There is not one aunt or uncle in my family who doesn't have a child and whenever they needed help caring for they're children I was and...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
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.
Sophia S.
Fairfax, VA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am currently attending college at Virginia Tech and double majoring in Psychology and Philosophy. I truly enjoy working with children and am seeking a nanny position for the summer! I am fully vaccinated for Covid-19.
My past experiences include babysitting for a family with three children (ages 3 to 9), working as a...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Sophia was one of our best nanny's! She has a wonderful personality, she would read to our (at the time 3 mo old), she kept a detailed log of events for the day, which was always more than useful. She continues to keep up with us, just to check in and get updates...
Chanel H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love working with kids. I have had babysitting and nannying since I was 12 years old, and I graduated with my bachelors degree. I am seeking out one time babysitting gigs or a part time weekend nannying job. I have worked with all different kinds of kids, from newborns to preteens, and I love making them laugh and having fun...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
We LOVE Kaitlyn! She brings so much warmth and joy to not only our children but our family. She currently watches our 3 year old and 1 year old regularly and love how she engages the kids. There are some nannies who simply watch or observe your kid and there are...
Stella W.
Taylor V.
Fairfax, VA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have eight years of babysitting and summer nannying experience! I have provided care for infants to pre-teens and am also able to provide companionship to teenagers and young adults that may require extra help.
Alongside sitting, I am available to help with tutoring in math and science from early elementary up to Calculus...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
We just had Taylor babysit our 5 & 8 year old boys, and the kids loved her! We also have a dog that can be a pain and it didn't phase her one bit. We will definitely be hiring Taylor again!
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Padchima M.
Fairfax, VA
$17-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an engineering student at Northern Virginia Community College. I have been working and going to school full time ever since I was 17. I have learn to value and manage my time, so I can live my life to the fullest. I have been babysitting ever since I was 16. I've worked mostly with kids between 3-12 years old. I have two...
Padchima can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Recent review:
3.0
Didn't respond back to close the loop.
Peichi S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile.
I am a college educated babysitter with over 9 years of childcare experience. I have cared for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I also have experience caring for children with special needs.
I am also the eldest daughter of 11 children, so caring for children is my...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Maria is reliable and trustworthy. My kids enjoy their time with her.
Jennie K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 20-year-old student attending Northern Virginia Community College with 3+ years of childcare experience.
My first job in childcare was nannying three children M-F during a summer, ages 8, 11, and 13.
From there I went onto working at Merritt Academy in Vienna as an assistant teacher - working primarily with infants -...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Recent review:
5.0
Olivia was great with our 4 month old. She was very patient and was a huge help. She was able to feed him, play with him, and put him to bed each day and help us prep his kit for daycare!
Gary D.
Ariana B.
Fairfax, VA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I believe that love, respect and compassion are key factors in any child's development, therefore I'm honored to be part of this process and will always contribute with my very best. My name is Ariana, I'm 29 years old and I'm originally from La Guajira, Colombia. My high school education was focused in elementary/primary...
Recent review:
5.0
Ariana has done an incredible job taking care of our son from 4 months to 2.5 years. She is kind, patient, and cares for him with so much love. She has built friendships for him with other children in our neighborhood so that he has social time during the day. She...
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Maria Helena B.
Fairfax, VA
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Helena, I'm Brazilian, I'm 27 years old, I speak English, Portuguese and a little Spanish, I'm Catholic and a future master's student here in the United States. I am a teacher and I worked with early childhood education in Brazil in a public daycare center for two years, I also have two years of experience as an...
Maria Helena can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Maria was amazing. She was not only so sweet and kind to my kids, but she was helpful around the house as well. Both of my daughters adored her and I recommend her to anyone looking for childcare.
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Belen B.
Fairfax, VA
$18-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
My Available Hours Are Some Weeks Days, Weekends /date Nights (only Looking For One Time Job
5.0
(1)
Hello, My name is Belen. I'm a patient, kind, creative and passionate Nanny interested in positive discipline and encouraging emotional intelligence and growth. Currently, I am full time Nannying for a family in Mclean of three wonderful children, at the same time I'm a part-time student in Northern Virginia Community College...
Belen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
She was very sweet with our children and did a good job of listening to the schedule we gave her for their bedtime routine. She played games with them and they really enjoyed spending time with her!
Marlena W.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fairfax, VA
Joanna L.
5.0
Joanna is very good with kids. She has a sweet demeanor and is responsible. I highly recommend her.
- Kezia S.
Mannal J.
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 again. If I would not have moved I...
- Fozia S.
Meagan W.
5.0
Meagan was great. She was timely and sweet with the kids. We'll definitely have her back.
- Tami H.
Petra B.
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.
Karina Q.
5.0
We have an infant and two dogs. Karina saved us on a last minute request for babysitting, so that we could make our dinner reservations. She took care of our baby girl and looked after our two dogs without issue.
We were very pleased and will use her again.
- Kevin D.
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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 4.6. 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 $18.76 per hour as of April 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 Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Fairfax, VA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 256 reviews of the 344 listed babysitters.