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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My babies are all grown up, but I love spending time with children. I work full-time, but I am willing to help with last minute childcare, date nights, evening child care & transportation after work. I work for a local youth agency providing child care for parents who are taking classes. I would the love the opportunity to care...
Peggy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Elyssa D.
Crozet, VA
$10-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi I'm Elyssa and I am 20 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 focused on the kitchen, closets, bedrooms and kids toys. I have also ran errands (Trader Joe's runs) during my day. I would be happy to...
Elyssa can also help with: Carpet cleaning, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens & more
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...
I was given my first pet at age 10. He was a Russian Blue kitten with an unfortunate eye infection. I picked him because he looked like he was winking. From then on I've always had a companion of one kind or another. Quite often several. I've heard the word menagerie used quite often. Between the vast variety of pets I have had,...
River can also help with: Boarding, grooming, administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training, pet walking & more
Willing to come help organize, light housekeeping, dusting, cleaning bathrooms. Enjoy working in flower & veggie gardens. I work full-time, but can provide help in evenings and weekends.
Peggy can also help with: General room cleaning, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning & more
As I have been hired for nannying positions and personal assistant positions through Care. com I have spent a lot of time with animals. I have fed, played and walked dogs with my current positions. I will be happy to come to your house to care for your animals! I can also provide light grooming, vet visits, plus care and feeding...
Elyssa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, dog training, administration of medicine, grooming, pet walking & more
I have always been a jack of all trades. I have also always been someone to do what is needed to achieve goals. I need a extra income... and I am more than happy to do that by taking over the dreaded household chores while showing it can be done, just as good... if not better, without the harshness of chemicals.
River can also help with: Dusting, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, vacuuming and/or mopping & more
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: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep
Hannah T.
Crozet, VA
$20-30/hr
I graduated with my ABSN from VCU in Richmond and really love teaching! If you're struggling with anything nursing related or need help getting through those pre-reqs, let's talk it out!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a boxer who is 8 years old. I love all dogs and have had boxers and labs in the past. I love to walk and play with all dogs. I house sit and dog sit for others as well.
Jan can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have held positions as a school aide, private nanny and a preschool teacher. I have experience with special needs children, especially focused on Autistic and non-verbal children. I have experience with infants and toddlers, and school aged children. I am comfortable with a wide variety of ages, activities and chaos! I...
Elyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Caylee S.
Crozet, VA
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm Caylee I'm 18 years old and finishing up my senior year of high school I am looking for a summer job that would potentially go into next school year as I am staying in the area for collage. I have been a nanny/babysitter for 4 years and have reverences. I would love to help out with your kiddos!
Caylee can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
I started working with kids when I was a young teen. I have three kiddos of my own ages 4, 6 and 7 all boys! I always have activities planned on age groups! I like to read books, draw, play outside games, board games, depending on ages ,like to learn about letters and numbers, of course will have nap time and such.
In my spare...
Arria W.
Weyers Cave, VA
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I like working with kids because I enjoy learning from them as well as helping them by learning through me. I enjoy the random conversations and fun games they come up with.
I started working with kids when I was 16. I had a lot of experience helping with kids previously from family and friends. I loved the job and decided to...
Skills:
CPR
I am a Registered Nurse with over 10 years experience looking for part-time sitter work on my days off in order to supplement my income.
I have a passion for the geriatric population, and have previously worked in a nursing home setting. (I currently work on a Geri-psych unit).
Peggy can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting nurse, live-in home care, hospice services, respite care & more
Dalena S.
Mount Crawford, VA
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I first got a baby sitting job in 2021, did that for about 9 months, then moved to a daycare and have been there for a little over 2 years now!
One thing you should know about me is I am CPR/First Aid Certified
Julienne B.
Harrisonburg, VA
$20-21/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm Looking To Offer Babysitting Services For Consistent Weekdays Or For Babysitting On Weekends!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Julienne, I've had over 8 years of child care experience, watching children from the ages of a week old to 12 years old! I've been fortunate enough to work at my old Catholic school in Virginia Beach, Va watching the children who stay after school as well as working at a daycare. I'm currently a student and will...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jules is a wonderful caregiver for my two kids. They always have a great time when she watches them. She is reliable and has excellent communication before, during, and after."
Sarah P.
Katherine M.
Charlottesville, VA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a babysitter for over four years. I graduated from northwestern university. I love taking care of kids. I am an avid reader and volleyball player. I enjoy all types of games and such. I have also taken care of pets and can cook.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Punctual, dependable, energetic"
Yohannes W.
5.0
(1)
Experienced in babysitting & dog training. CPR + First aid certified.
Love all animals, proud owner of a dog & a cat.
Shannon can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, dog training & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have homeschooled 2 of my children all the way through high school, using Waldorf methods. I also babysat 2 active little boys for 2 years very recently. I love being outdoors and I very much promote reading! I would love to supply some references. I minored in art in college and enjoy doing arts/crafts with kids- also taught...
Sherry can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sherry is great. She is excellent at playing outdoors with our daughters 1 year old and 4 year old. She often brings books or crafts to do as well. She is calm, creative, and treats my children with respect. "
Mallory H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Grottoes, VA
Julienne B.
5.0
Jules has babysat for us for several years. She has done everything from date nights to overnights including driving our son to practices and taking him out for fun adventures. She is always kind and thoughtful and cares enough to ask questions to make sure we are okay with the choices she makes for...
- Care member
Katherine M.
5.0
Punctual, dependable, energetic
- Yohannes W.
Sherry M.
5.0
Sherry is great. She is excellent at playing outdoors with our daughters 1 year old and 4 year old. She often brings books or crafts to do as well. She is calm, creative, and treats my children with respect.
- Mallory H.
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How can I find a Grottoes babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Grottoes, 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 3 babysitters in Grottoes, 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 Grottoes, VA?
The average rate for Grottoes, VA babysitters on Care.com is $14.67 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 Grottoes, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Grottoes, 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.