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Miriam M.
Charlottesville, VA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 3rd grade teacher and have been teaching for 6 years. I have been babysitting and taking care of children for over 10 years. I am from a larger family and love working with kids. I have taught preschool-3rd grade. I am also CPR trained.
Miriam can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Miriam nannied our 2 children (ages 3 and 1) during the day while my wife and I worked from home during the coronavirus pandemic. I cannot say enough wonderful things about her and the time she spent with our children. She made sure they got plenty of exercise, she...
Eric W.
5.0
(2)
I have had 14 years of experience in nannying. I truly enjoy working with babies and toddlers. I have had very positive experiences with all of the families I have worked for and am happy to provide references to back that up..
Claudia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I would highly recommend Claudia. I trust her in my house and with my children. She is great!"
Ashley P.
5.0
(1)
I have cleaned numerous elderly peoples homes, as well as done part time house cleaning for over 10 years time.
Sarah can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Frankie. I have been a caregiver for 15+ years, both elderly and children (newborn - 15). I love helping to take care of people. I love doing crafts with them and talking with them to hear the funny things they say. It's such a joy being around them, they are so fun. I enjoyed helping my mom when I went with her...
Frankie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Frankie is a wonderful, caring person. I appreciate her help."
Allison Z.
Debra F.
Barboursville, VA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher Available Anytime For Childcare, Tutoring Or Pet Care.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I raised 4 great kids and understand the challenges of a busy family. I've worked 20+ yrs with all ages; Elementary teacher, Youth Leader, Child Care Center Owner, Summer Camp Director & Foster Parent. With this diverse background, I have wisdom you can count on. I am very patient, creative and trustworthy. I am able to connect...
Debra can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I was visiting Charlottesville from out of town and needed Monday-Friday full-time care for my 5 month old son. I didn't know anyone in the area, so I was worried about finding someone experienced and dependable. Debra was all of those things, and more! Upon...
Natilee H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Veteran Nanny Seeks Part-time Work!
I have been babysitting for over 15 years, with the most recent 10 years focusing on being a nanny for specific families on a regular, scheduled basis. I've absolutely loved working with all kinds of families and with children of all ages. I'm especially passionate about gentle and respectful,...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Lauren was a champ with my baby! Very reliable and loves kids. "
Katie H.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am a very reliable, caring , and creative person who has approximately 5 years of experience sitting. Your children will receive appropriate care with me. I'm willing to do additional tasks if requested. My passion is watching and teaching kids about this fantastic world around us. With my skills and experience, i'm able...
Yasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She's really good with babies and has a tremendous amount of patience with toddlers. She has watched both of mine on several occasions."
Britani R.
Hadleigh K.
Charlottesville, VA
$11-16/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a third year psychology student on a pre-med track at UVA. Not only do I love animals but I grew up with three cats, two dogs, two guinea pigs, lots of cows, and my current rabbit, Auggie! I have also been animal-sitting and training since I was 13. I am comfortable with all animals, any size and age, and would...
Hadleigh can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
*Evening sitting availability only* Not available Dec20-Jan 2nd.
I have over 10+ years of experience working with kids. I've been babysitting since I was 12 when I first started out as a "mother's helper". I'm the oldest of three and have experience with babies, elementary school and middle school children. I took the Red Cross...
Providence can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Providence babysat for our two boys over the course of several years in the Washington D.C. area. She was responsible, kind, dependable and trustworthy. It was a pleasure to have her and her home. I was thankful to leave our two boys in such dependable hands as we...
Melissa C.
Mallory F.
Charlottesville, VA
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a fourth year at the University of Virginia with major in Psychology and a minor in Global Education. I have been babysitting for over nine years and have loved every bit of it! My future career goal after going to graduate school is to become a child and adolescent counselor, but until then I'm following my passion...
Mallory can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mallory took care of our kids (and our family!) for a year while we lived in Virginia. We have four little ones, and at the time a newborn! She was full of energy, so incredibly loving and nurturing to our kids, handled the craziness of a big family, and was...
Page R.
Abigail G.
Charlottesville, VA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Abigail G. and I am originally from Houston, TX. I am a nursing student at UVA and am CPR/AED certified. I love kids and would often babysit throughout high school. I am staying here for the summer and am looking for part time jobs while I am off from my other job. I am hard working, compassionate, and reliable.
5.0
"Abby took care of our 3 year old last Summer when my husband and I went out on much needed dates. She is sweet, responsible, reliable and caring. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kayli. I am a
current full time nanny but being
let go after the last week of
August as I won't be needed any
longer since their little one (16mo)
will be going to preschool! I was a
former lead infant teacher in 2020 and
after that worked at Bright
Horizons as a toddler teacher
before switching to nannying...
Kayli can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for a variety of families for about 9 years now (give or take), and have been a full-time nanny for a few of those years. I take pride in being responsible and caring and would love to help your family in any way I can. I have been CPR certified for 5 years now and recently got my Wilderness First Responder...
Maya can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Responsible and dependable. Even offered to fix dinner and put away dishes. My 9 and 7 year old girls had a great time while in her care."
Jennie R.
Laine I.
Charlottesville, VA
$20-32/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a reliable, caring, and helpful person with years of experience. I've babysat and nannied for approximately seven years, caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I enjoy being creative with painting and coloring as well as spending time outdoors!
Laine can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laine was sweet and so good with our kiddos. My daughter has been asking me all morning when she can come back! Will definitely hire her again!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Teresa, I have over 20 yrs. experience working as a child care provider in many diverse settings. I have worked with special needs students in the public school as an instructional assistant in 3rd and 4th grade and have also worked one on one with a 4th grade student with autism and was an art teacher for...
5.0
"Teresa helped care for my son for almost a year. She is very positive, supportive and dependable. I highly recommend her."
Jennifer T.
Katherine M.
Charlottesville, VA
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a graduate of northwestern university where I tutored my classmates and have also tutored high schoolers.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of babysitting experience. I am very active and enjoy being outside. I enjoy animals and would love to walk/ play outside with them! I enjoy cleaning and reorganizing so if you're looking for any help I would love to! I really am here for anything you may need I will do my best to help any way I can.
Sabrina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sabrina was great! Super friendly and energetic, and was able to bond with my toddler immediately. I would definitely hire her again and recommend her to other parents. "
Care member
Jessica S.
Charlottesville, VA
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I've worked primarily with infants and toddlers, but I have some experience with school age kids as well. I worked at a Montessori school for three years, and another preschool after that, and have been nannying for infants for the past three years! I have about 9 years experience with babysitting as well. Working with...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"From the very beginning we (and our little boy, E) fell in love with Jess. She was E's nanny for 4 months (E's age for reference: 5-9 months old) and she became family for us. She was always very attentive and caring every time she was with him. E would get so...
Kali K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3+ years of experience caring for children (newborn-9yr+).
I am CPR/First Aid Certified in infants, kids, and adults.
I have worked in the daycare setting with 6m-10m-16m-2-year-olds. I provided them with breakfast, snacks, and lunch. Did hourly diaper checks, Read books, and took them to the playground.
I also took...
Meaghan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Meaghan is the best! She is a reliable and professional caretaker of our two children (2.5 years and 6 months). My husband and I both work full time and we both can focus at work because we know our children are being taken care of and are being kept on schedule....
Rebecca J.
Hadleigh K.
Charlottesville, VA
$25-29/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 21-year-old psychology major on a pre-med track at UVA. I love children and have lots of experience by nannying for five years as well as lifeguarding and working with children in the fine arts for three. I am comfortable with all ages and with most tasks including homework, light tidying, meal prepping, providing...
Hadleigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She's great with our 15 month old and she's been super flexible with times and our last minute child care needs. "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Free Union, VA
Miriam M.
5.0
Miriam helped us out with occasional babysitting for date nights. She was firm yet fun and kind. Our child was always annoyed when we had a different sitter come over and asked for Miriam. She is totally trustworthy and a fan favorite!
- Katie C.
Claudia B.
5.0
I would highly recommend Claudia. I trust her in my house and with my children. She is great!
- Ashley P.
Frankie D.
5.0
We have been pleased with Frankie. She is a happy, responsible caregiver for our son. I would recommend her for any future employers.
- Patricia M.
Debra F.
5.0
I was visiting Charlottesville from out of town and needed Monday-Friday full-time care for my 5 month old son. I didn't know anyone in the area, so I was worried about finding someone experienced and dependable. Debra was all of those things, and more! Upon meeting her in person, I didn't have one...
- Natilee H.
Lauren S.
5.0
Lauren was a champ with my baby! Very reliable and loves kids.
- Katie H.
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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 0.0. 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 $10.00 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 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.