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174 babysitters are listed in Fairfax, VA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Fairfax, VA
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…
Review for Maria Helena B. by Care member
Corrin has a very gentle nature and interacts easily with my now 3 year old. She started caring for my daughter almost a year ago as a "when…
Review for Corrin C. by Roxanne B.
I had the pleasure of working with Bernadette at a Therapeutic Riding Facility and got to see her patience and professionalism first hand.…
Review for Bernadette F. by Deb S.
Babysitters in Fairfax, VA
Maria Helena B.
Fairfax, VA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Helena, 28 years old, I speak English and Portuguese, I'm a teacher and worked in early childhood education in a daycare center for two years, I also have two years of experience as an Au pair and I currently work as a nanny. During this period I served children from 2 months to 12 years old. I am a strong driver, I...
Maria Helena can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is super friendly with my kids so kind and full of energy My kids are like her and they had a good time with her.
I recommend her for sure ❤️"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently an employee of the government and live in DC. Ever since I was old enough I have been taking care of children all throughout my neighborhoods and surrounding communities. I have babysat children in the past ranging from 1-12 years old. I have been a dance and tumbling coach before for elementary school children. I...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Corrin C.
Fairfax, VA
$25-36/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I was a counselor and tutor. I taught Math, History and English.
I was a dancer in ballet & liturgical/interpretative. I also sung in a choir for 10 years. I absolutely adore animals, I have many.
I'm very giggly and sweet but believe in discipline, I maintain a loving yet firm nature about me. It's very important to me that...
Corrin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I loved having Corrin help teach our Sunday classes. She has such a mature, kind and gentle touch. "
Dennis S.
Bernadette F.
Fairfax, VA
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable, Experienced, Educated, And Fun Nanny Available!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began caring for and being around infants and small children at the age 12. After high school, I was a Nanny in the San Francisco Bay area for a retired 49'ers player. After returning to the Pacific Northwest I began working in Preschools. I continued in that field for over a decade until the birth of my third child. At that...
Bernadette can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bernadette is superb and focused. When with your children 100% of her is focused on them. Very dependable and trustworthy. "
ZaZa B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a licensed registered nurse who has recently graduated with my second bachelor degree from Jefferson College of Health Science receiving a B. S. in Nursing and have always loved taking care of people and making them feel comfortable! I believe everyone has something special about them and I make it a mission to bring it out...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"she is very reliable, understanding, and showed up earlier. kids loved her, especially my little girl."
Jenna S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hiiiii!! I'm Keziah, but go by Kay. I'm a creative, patient, and adaptable nanny with over six years of experience with unforgettable moments with kids. From my teenage years until now, my number one goal is to keep the kids smiles shining bright. In my free time I like being creative and you will often find me drawing,...
5.0
"Yes she’s so wonderful with kids and know what she’s doing she’s incredible "
Care member
4.4
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a mother of two boys who are grown up.
I have worked in child care field for over 13 years and volunteer and worked as an Aid teacher and as a substitute teacher in different classrooms. One of my boys has a disability which helps me with my understanding in all spectrums of behavior among kids and how to find each...
Merawit can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meri is an absolutely wonderful nanny. She has been caring for my (almost) two year old daughter on weekday mornings for about six months. It is obvious how much she cares for my daughter. She makes sure they do a variety of activities each day including going...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of childcare experience with kids 6 months - 12 years old.
I believe that children should have fun, and that they need a good listener sometimes, to help them to thrive.
Childhood can be a very magical time! Fill it with joy and wonder. Fill it with play, music, and art.
I've also nannied for several...
Jackie can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jackie has been caring for our son since he was 6 months old and we absolutely love her! She has been a great addition to our family. Our son looks forward to his "Jackie days". She helps prepare and clean up his food and milk, puts him down for naps, and makes him...
Lauren M.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have grown up taking care of children! I have a passion for them and have numerous years of experience. When I was younger, I provided in-home care as a mother's aide. In middle school, I nannied for several families and provided regular childcare throughout the day. While in high school I worked with children at church-...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is caring and loving and loves children. She is trustworthy and you may have total peace of mind in having her care for your children."
Lisa J.
I have kept all ages from newborn to 10 years old. Every child that I have came in contact with have absolutely loved me, and likewise. I never turn a child away. I think all children deserve to have the same amount of love. I never let a child go without, every time I go to the store I am buying for a child. I allow the...
Jaz'mon can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind, outgoing, and genuine.
I've always loved working with kids. I like the adventures, excitement it brings, and enjoy their enthusiasm for life and play.
I grew up babysitting my younger brothers, and started paid babysitting other children when I was 11.
I have babysat/nannied for eight...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a Masters student in Clinical Mental Health Counseling who loves kids and is looking for part-time work. I am fluent in Spanish and am very comfortable tutoring any grade level. I also love to cook, clean, and help out around the house in any way I can!
Fiona can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hello, my name is Lauren! I am a graduating senior at James Madison University and I will be returning JMU in the fall to obtain my doctorate degree in Audiology. Go Dukes! I have several years of experience working with children of all ages in camp settings as well as babysitting. I have grown up with dogs (all over 70 pounds),...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 3 years of experience. I love hanging out with kids and playing games! I'm currently enrolled in college as a 2nd year student and taking classes to earn my associates degree for early childhood education! I'm 19 years old. I have my own form of transportation, license, and clean driving record. I am CPR certified. I love...
Kristina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My Name is Carolyn and I grew up in the northern Virginia area. I am a senior at Virginia Tech and home for the summer. I am looking for a part-time nannying or babysitting job nearby. I will be taking summer classes virtually part-time and have a part-time internship but super flexible with my schedule. A little about...
Carolyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been babysitting and tutoring children from infant to HS students since I was a sophomore in HS.
I am comfortable around kids of all ages as I have a 10-year-old sister and I was her in-home babysitter since she was born as my mom had to go back to work only a few months after she was born.
I am available after school and...
Maria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I do volunteer at my church's daycare on Sundays. I used to work in a Day care with 10 children 0 to 3 years oId and also, I worked with 4 different single families. I love children, I have a 7yrs old grandson and I really enjoy spending time with them.
I have my referrals, I have my own transportation and CPR certificate.
Evelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Rachel and I am a first year Physical Therapy student at Marymount University. I graduated from James Madison University last year and obtained a bachelors in Kinesiology. I am home in Fairfax for the summer looking to babysit or nanny. I am CPR certified, First Aid trained, and have experience working with...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Yasmin F.
Fairfax, VA
$45/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Yasmin, I Have Over Two Decades Of Experience Babysitting All Ages.
My name is Yasmin and I grew up in the DMV area. I come from a huge family and I'm the oldest from my siblings, so I have a lot of experience raising and babysitting my nieces and nephews starting from a young age. Kids bring such an amazing energy and light to everyone around them which is why I love doing this. I have over two...
From a young age, I discovered a passion for nurturing children through babysitting. My year of experience caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers, has solidified my desire to continue providing exceptional care. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I am also very comfortable enforcing household...
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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 174 babysitters in Fairfax, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 $20.78 per hour as of May 2025. 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 2025, 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 Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Fairfax, VA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 138 reviews of the 174 listed babysitters.