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60 babysitters are listed in Free Union, VA
The average rate is $12/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 3 years
Babysitters in Free Union, VA
Stella D.
Free Union, VA
$12-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Stella, and I'm a senior at the Covenant School in Charlottesville, VA.
I'd describe my personality as energetic, compassionate, and friendly!
I like working with kids because their childlike innocence and wonder has a way of bringing joy, and helping us to look at the world in a new light.
I started...
5.0
"Stella kindly responded to our last minute post for a sitter, and I'm so glad she did! She was prompt and communicative. Our kids loved her, and we will definitely hire her again."
Care member
3.7
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have a huge family, so I have watched my little cousins and little sisters quite often. I had regulars that I babysat, the brother was a baby and the sister was about 2. I have also babysat a 7-year-old, 1-year-old, and 2-week-old at the same time. I have experience with a variety of ages and love kids! I was a nanny for a...
Tyler can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tyler was an amazing nanny to our 3 children. She was kind, compassionate, and reliable. She always found different activities to do with my kids. They were always so excited when she arrived, and sad when she left. She was so involved with each of them. I would...
Beth A.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Maxwell, and I'm a childcare provider with childcare experience since 2015. I'm skilled at creating fun and educational activities that prioritize your child's safety and well-being. I have 12 related certifications, including advanced childcare training and CPR/First Aid Training. I strive to model...
Maxwell can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Max was great with our kids. He can prepared with a copy of his ID and background information and a list of activities he would love to do with the kids. When requested he played our old piano beautifully and my daughter was so impressed. He has kept up to date...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Having been playing piano for 10 years and drums for 6, I would like to offer some beginning lessons for your children. Music has always been a way for me to express what I'm feeling. It's essentially a second language for when I don't feel like speaking, I can drum out my energy or play a melancholic piece on the piano. I hope...
5.0
"Maxwell has been such an engaged and caring person with our children, especially our youngest two (ages 9 and 10). Our family lives in a residence hall, where Maxwell is a student. Whenever he's with them he always listens closely and follows their interests. And...
Tim B.
Jan W.
Crozet, VA
$30-37/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired teachers aide from Albemarle County schools for 22 years. I am married for 35 years and have two sons ages 26 and 28. I have been doing childcare for a long time after school care adult care, Senior care, Alzheimer, and dementia.
Jan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jan has been a big part of our lives for almost two years. My now 5 year old daughter and 2 year old son bonded with her quickly and absolutely adore her. Jan is very dependable and comes with fun and educational activities that my kids always look forward to. She...
Daniel Z.
Hi there! I'm an energetic 34-year-old young professional. I have a daughter who is 7, and we live near Earlysville, VA with my husband and two dogs.
Kaitlin can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hello, my name is Julia!
I am a bubbly and outgoing senior who loves working with kids. I started by volunteering and running/teaching an art class for elementary students and instantly fell in love slowly getting to know each and every one. Sadly the class is on hiatus but I wish to keep working with kids.
I am very through...
Hello, my name is Mariah. I have experience with a variety of ages. The most recent experience is working as a 3-year-old teacher at a center in Charlottesville. I've worked with children with autism, infants, and children with other developmental delays. I completed three classes at PVCC on early childhood development,...
Jenna J.
Earlysville, VA
$10-15/hr
Hello,
My name is Jenna J and I am an AP student fanatic. I love helping kids and friends through problems and homework. I also take 3 AP Classes and am pretty on top of things for school. I am good all-around in subjects but I would say English and Art are my top 2 subjects.
Halina G.
Crozet, VA
$14-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Charlottesville Area Babysitter With 10+ Years Of Experience
Hi parents! I'm Halina and I'm an experienced sitter with over 10 years of experience with childcare, including babysitting, tutoring, and summer camp counseling. I just graduated from UVA and I'm looking for a part time summer position during the day time (will need evenings free to attend my restaurant job).
I love kids of all...
Halina can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hello! Thank you for considering me to help you keep your home tidy and organized! I am a dependable, trust-worthy and punctual house keeper who has over 5 years of experience working for families to help them maintain their home.
Hannah can also help with: Carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning & more
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. I have experience as a teacher, as well as Director experience running a center. I can help with homework and or I am willing to teach. I love children and they have always been a big part of my life. I am First-aid, CPR, and MAT trained....
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hannah T.
Crozet, VA
$18-25/hr
Hi! I'm a registered nurse seeking to help with your senior care in my free time. I've helped care for seniors with Parkinson's disease, dementia, can provide ostomy care, and have also helped families care for their loved ones transitioning to an eternal rest. I look forward to working with you! :)
Hannah can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands
Fernanda A.
Crozet, VA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm Fer, I Love Kids And Enjoy Having Fun With Them! It's Good To Do Something You Like As A Job:)
Hey families
I am Fer, an Aupair from Mexico. I can speak English and Spanish as well, I have a lot of experience with all ages! I'm non smoker pet friendly and strong driver. I consider myself very kind, and patient I love being with kids and make them have a great time!!
I'm currently looking to get some extra hours on my...
Skills:
First Aid
I have been working with individuals with special needs for two years. I am very compassionate and believe in creating equal opportunities for all by simplifying tasks and having an empathetic approach.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Elyssa and I am 19 years old. I am currently a personal assistant. I have mostly organized at my current job but it is slowing down now since I have almost finished the entire house! I have also ran errands during my day. I would be happy to come in whenever needed as my schedule is very flexible. I will happily help...
Energetic, hands-on nanny seeking a full-time position beginning in early 2023. I'm located in Crozet but would be happy to commute to Ivy, Charlottesville or other surrounding areas within reason. I have over 15 years of experience as a career nanny & I've worked with children of all ages but am particularly experienced with...
Lara can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Kaitlyn F.
Dyke, VA
$18-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Kaitlyn. I'm 21 with a 1-year-old that is super outgoing and loves to be with other children. I began babysitting when I turned 17 and started watching younger cousins, and I have loved every minute of being a mommy to my son. I love to create new, entertaining activities and would love to share some with your kiddos...
I am currently a teachers aide in Albemarle County. I have worked with special needs children in all spectrums. I am looking to start in the aide of seniors. My parents are 87 and 85 and I have taken care of them during my life. I am a very caring a nuturing person and love to be able to help others.
Jan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands, personal care
I have been helping families and friends with pet sitting for a while, I love animals and get along well with them.
I can help with feeding, watch them if you're going out of town, walk them and some play time so they can exercise
Fernanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Free Union, VA
Stella D.
5.0
Stella kindly responded to our last minute post for a sitter, and I'm so glad she did! She was prompt and communicative. Our kids loved her, and we will definitely hire her again.
- Care member
Tyler C.
5.0
Tyler is amazing with our two children! They love spending time with Ms. Tyler and always ask when they’ll see her next! Would definitely recommend!
- Care member
Maxwell M.
5.0
Maxwell is really organized and great with kids! He came to our hotel to play with our kids for hours and help them sleep while we visited Charlottesville.
He did a thorough online pre-meeting and has documentation and surveys and stuff. He brought some toys with him for my kids and even asked...
- Andrew B.
Maxwell M.
5.0
Maxwell has been such an engaged and caring person with our children, especially our youngest two (ages 9 and 10). Our family lives in a residence hall, where Maxwell is a student. Whenever he's with them he always listens closely and follows their interests. And when our children attend events in...
- Tim B.
Jan W.
5.0
Jan has been a big part of our lives for almost two years. My now 5 year old daughter and 2 year old son bonded with her quickly and absolutely adore her. Jan is very dependable and comes with fun and educational activities that my kids always look forward to. She is great with meal preparation and...
- Daniel Z.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Free Union, VA:
How can I find a Free Union babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Free Union, 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 1 babysitters in Free Union, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Free Union, VA?
The average rate for Free Union, VA babysitters on Care.com is $12.00 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 Free Union, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Free Union, 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.