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Erica P.

Hello! My Name Is Erica! I Am Looking For Some Nanny/babysitting Jobs!

Forest, VA

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$13/hr
2 years experience
I'd describe my personality as kind, fun, and responsible. I like working with kids. I see it as an opportunity to encourage the next generation and practice for my future children one day. I started working with kids around 3 years ago. I started in the newborn to 1-year-old range and worked with toddlers as well. I also...
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Kathryn H.

Childcare With Homeschooling Experience

Forest, VA

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
"Cheerfulness keeps up a kind of daylight in the mind, and fills it with a steady and perpetual serenity. " I currently have a full-time position and am not accepting any new work at this time. Thank you for considering me. I am a Christian who loves people and pets. I have never smoked, drank alcohol, or used drugs. Having...
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Allie M.

Forest, VA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I have been caring for children for the past 15 years! I have nannied for 4 different families over that time, have been a go-to date night babysitter for dozens of families, and currently hold a position in children events and education at a local non-profit. In my nanny positions, I provided care for newborns, toddlers,...
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Lyndsey G.

Forest, VA

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$16/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
Hi there! I have been babysitting for over 8 years & I am both CPR and First Aid certified. I have babysat kids from ages 1-12 years old & have had responsibilities that included: picking up from school, taking them to different practices (sports or other), cooking quick and easy meals, & also watching them at home. My mom is a...
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Sarah H.

Forest, VA

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$13/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I am the oldest of four children, and I have 7 years of experience babysitting and working with children in church and community theatre settings. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision, and am open to helping you however I can. :)
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Alexis G.

Forest, VA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
From early babysitting experiences, I knew I wanted to positively impact children's lives and support families. For the past three years, I've cared for children aged newborn to 11. I'm patient, creative, and friendly, and I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and even some technology-based games. I'm comfortable caring...
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Lily F.

Forest, VA

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$13/hr
1 year experience
My desire to work as a nanny is sparked by wonderful experiences babysitting and a genuine desire to positively impact children's lives. I have experience caring for children of all ages, and I am currently comfortable with up to three children. I am patient, friendly, and follow the parents' lead when it comes to household...
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Ruth P.

Ruthy, Full Time Nanny (:

Forest, VA

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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there! ! I'm a senior in undergrad studying Biomedical Sciences with my heart set on more school after this! With 6+ years of full time nannying and babysitting experience, a deep love for children and watching them grow + thrive and a love for others, I might be your best nanny/babysitter yet! Creative, caring and proactive...
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Olivia K.

I Am A Second Year Law Student With 3 Plus Years Of Experience Working With Children!

Forest, VA

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a 3rd year law student, who enjoys working with children , whether it be assisting with educational development or just providing supervision for a comfortable and safe environment. I have 3 plus years of experience working with children, which includes nursery supervision for church services, volunteering as a youth camp...
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Megan M.

Care Provider :)

Forest, VA

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$13/hr
3 years experience
As a Human Development major at Virginia Tech, I gained valuable knowledge regarding child psychology, with an emphasis on practical application. My experience as a community service case manager, allowed me to work with individuals of all ages find medical, psychiatric, social/emotional, as well as educational assistance. I...
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David G.

Male Childcare Availablity For Lynchburg Area!

Forest, VA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello, I am a sophomore at Liberty University studying Financial planning. I am responsible, active, and dependable, and am interested in child care opportunities (males). I am great with kids and am able and willing to help around the house! I love being active and playful, but I can also be chill and relaxed, since being able...
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Mackenzie B.

My Life

Forest, VA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Hello, My name is Mackenzie! I grew up in forest Virginia. Im seeking to watch one baby in home, along side my daughter and niece! If you're interested send me a message!!
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Natalie P.

Forest, VA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My 3 years of experience have further ignited my desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. I'm known for my creativity and imagination, which helps me make learning fun. I also have experience playing outdoor sports, board games, and educational games...
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Jessica M.

Part-Time Caregiver

Lynchburg, VA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I love children! I babysat and nannied throughout high school (ages seven, eight, 12 and 14) and I coached gymnastics and cheerleading part time throughout college and after (Pre-K thru high school). For about 1 year, I worked at a Christian school teaching music (PreK thru middle school); and shortly after earned the position...

Debbie M. says "Loves children ,(young & older) Intelligent, high moral standards, great cook, loves to have fun, creative, flexible, very creative"

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Autumn Q.

Experienced and Well-Rounded Caregiver

Lynchburg, VA

4.6(1)
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$15/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Howdy! My name is Autumn, and I am an experienced caregiver and working professional. I have been caring for children of all ages for over 15 years. I have experience with newborns, multiplies, as well as large groups of children. I also have experience working with children with developmental disabilities, such as autism. I am...

Ryan S. says "Autumn is very professional, thorough, and an all around good choice. "

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Holly B.

Fun Nanny, Babysitter, And Child Care Specialist

Lynchburg, VA

4.4(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am currently a nanny with 2+ years of experience, and have 4+ years of experience as a child and infant care provider. I have been employed by both professional corporations, and private employers. I am looking to find more clients to nanny or babysit for. I have always had a love for spending time with and caring for...

Crickett B. says "Holly is very dependable & is always on time. She is very good with children, all ages. She is able to play with them on their level but can also guide...

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Ariane C.

Part-Time Babysitter

Lynchburg, VA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
Hello! My name is Ariane, I'm an experienced nanny and I can guarantee professional and quality child care service. I have cared for children ranging from 2 years old to 14 years of age. I am able to provide an array of services for families such as help with laundry and organization projects, cooking, run errands, taking...

Barbara C. says "Ariane is a wonderful helper. She is smart, punctual and thoughtful. She always has good solutions and great suggestions. I can't recommend her highly...

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Kaity D.

Fun And Safe Christian Sitter!

Lynchburg, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Kaity! I'm a 23-year-old college student. I'm trustworthy, responsible, patient, kind, fun-loving, and Christ-centered. I grew up with lots of cousins and family friends and have worked in part-time childcare since I was 15. I have volunteered with my local church children's ministry for years, supervising kids from ages...

Hannah B. says "I hired Kaitlyn for ongoing continuous babysitting for my toddler daughter this Spring and thoroughly enjoyed having her! She was so kind and caring,...

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Hailey G.

Lynchburg, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
When I was a kid, I had the best babysitter. She baked cookies, taught me how to make microwave recipes (which I used in college), braided my hair, played dolls, went hiking, had dance parties, read books and did crafts. I still strive to be that kind of babysitter. I also loved camp as a child, and when I was old enough, I...

Erica T. says "We hired Hailey to care for our 8-month-old daughter a few afternoons a week. She was our first sitter, and it couldn't have gone better! Hailey is...

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Emmalene S.

Former Sunday School Teacher

Lynchburg, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm an older sister to four siblings who I often had to babysit. I taught Sunday School for 7 years at my church for children aged Pre-K to school age, and also volunteered with church events geared towards children such as VBS. Now I'm working on getting a B. Ed. in Teaching English as a Second Language, because I love to teach...

Shari S. says "Emmalene watched a our 2 year old twice a week for over a year. I couldn't more highly recommend a babysitter. Not only is Emmalene responsible, kind, and...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.46/hr as of November 2025

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Forest, VA

Babysitters in Forest, VA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Jessica M.

Loves children ,(young & older) Intelligent, high moral standards, great cook, loves to have fun, creative, flexible, very creative

- Debbie M.

Autumn Q.

Autumn is very professional, thorough, and an all around good choice.

- Ryan S.

Holly B.

Holly is very dependable & is always on time. She is very good with children, all ages. She is able to play with them on their level but can...

- Crickett B.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Forest, VA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Forest, 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 13 babysitters in Forest, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Forest, VA babysitters on Care.com is $14.46 per hour as of November 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Forest, 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.

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