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Shea L.

Shea L

Lorton, VA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, my names Shea. I come from a military family, just moved here from japan. I am experienced with taking care of kids as I have had to take care of my siblings while my father was on deployment, and I have also had experience working at a daycare. Looking forward to hear from you and building a trusting relationship.
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Raekyea M.

Lorton, VA

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
My name is Raekyea and I've been working in childcare for over 10 years. I've been a long-term nanny for several families. I love incorporating outdoor play, sensory and science activities, and creative arts to support early development. I have extensive experience with ages 6 weeks - 12 years old. I hold a CDA in...
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Lauren M.

Part-Time, Special Needs Available.

Lorton, VA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hello. I am currently a special education teacher in an Enhanced Autism Program. I am also a Registered Behavior Tech. I am BLS, CPR, and Epipen certified. I am familiar with basic sign language, AAC devices, non-verbal kiddos, and kids of all ages. I am also a mother myself and have over eight years of experience in schools,...
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Margarita P.

Lorton, VA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I care about children and I take pride in my work. With 15 years of experience as a childcare provider, I have a natural ability to connect with children and create a safe and nurturing environment. I build strong relationships with both the children I care for and their families. I believe open and honest communication is key...
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Marie E.

Lorton, VA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Marie, and I am thrilled at the opportunity to work with your family. I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to school-aged kids. I am passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can thrive and have fun. I hold a CPR certification...
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Cecilia O.

Full Time Caregiver

Lorton, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
My name is Cecilia. The services that I can provide: *Bathing *Personal hygiene & incontinence care *Dressing assistance *Transfer and walking assistance *Feeding *Monitoring of vital signs *Medication reminders *Light meal preparation *Laundry *Housekeeping *Errands/shopping *Transportation to doctor's appointments...
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Abby M.

Lorton, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have experience with kids between 8-12 babysitting and driving them to/from events and practices. I feel comfortable around kids of all ages and I'm confident I can provide a safe and fun environment.
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Gasimbadri M.

College Student And Aspiring Doctor

Lorton, VA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I can help with Light Housekeeping, Laundry, and other household tasks. I am currently enrolled at George Mason University studying Biology, and am working towards becoming a Physicians Assistant in the pediatrics field. I have some experience in care giving when I volunteered at a retirement community. My main goal here is to...
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Georgina Z.

Lorton, VA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I'm Georgi and I'm 28 years old, I'm from Argentina so I fluently speak both English and Spanish. I live in Woodbridge and I've been a childcare provider for over four years, almost two of those as an au pair around Virginia. I'm passionate about helping children grow and develop, and I have a positive and friendly...
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Fatima F.

Part-Time Nanny :)

Springfield, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
My experience with child care includes working at 3 different daycare centers in the past that had ages ranging from 1-12 and babysitting for various Care. com families. I am a college graduate and majored in International Studies and minored in Dance. I am currently pursuing my dream job as a dance instructor and choreographer...

Jillian L. says "Fatima has been my children's most favorite nanny so far. We are so sad that we had to move and wish we could've kept her with us forever! She is truly...

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Maria T.

Full Time Babysitter

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been taking care of children for 3 years now. I can transport from one place to other. I am a non-smoker and I am comfortable with pets. I am bilingual.

George M. says "Maria assisted me during the week my wife was out of town. Assisted with transfers into and out of bed. Her professionalism and safety conscious attitude...

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Shanice M.

Part-Time Caregiver

Woodbridge, VA

4.5(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I live in the Woodbridge area but am happy to travel. I am a Full-time Art Teacher in the Area. I am available part-time for nights and weekends. With notice I am available 430 p.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday. 430 p.m. to Midnight on Fridays. 8 a.m. to Midnight on Saturdays. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. 15...

Mariam R. says "Love her. Look forward to having her with us long time."

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Kate B.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
Hello my name is Kate! I have my Bachelors in Psychology and COTA. I am CPR, lifeguard and babysitting training instructor certified as well as have my drivers license. I am adoption competent and have worked for DCF. What would best work for me are families that are in need of a babysitter for a date night. I have great...

Krista P. says "Kate has been babysitting my boys (6, 3, <1) for the past year and she is truly wonderful! She is dependable, always on time, and is very hands-on and...

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Kathryn C.

Experienced Babysitter

Dumfries, VA

3.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I am a stay at home mom of a 1-year-old boy with wide open availability. I have about 15 years of child care experience, have previously worked as a preschool teacher and a child behavioral therapist. My son loves being around other kids and is able to play independently and go with the flow while I cater to the needs of yours....

Brandon W. says "Great with my kids. Quit with no notice after seven days"

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Maria G.

FT Responsible, Lovely, Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

Springfield, VA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
I am a mother of four children. I consider myself a warm-loving, responsible, enthusiastic, organized, and a patient person, who loves children and takes care of them as if they were my own. I am licensed in CPR and First Aid. I have been taking care of children for the past 15 years working in my own daycare for three years and...
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Saima G.

Caregiver

Woodbridge, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
I use work as a babysitter and it was the best experience to work with kids so I made my own home daycare and became a caregiver. It's my passion to work with kids we do a lot of fun activities:Reading, Writing, sing, Dancing, painting. I provide pick up and drop off services. I have finger print back ground check up and CPR...

Care Member says "My kids started with Saima a month ago and they love it! They get excited to go to her house and have smiling faces when I pick them up. I also...

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Susan A.

Experienced Nursery School Owner And Teacher Available For Babysitting.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
I have retired from civilian employment with the Navy and Air Force, having worked on Joint Base Anacostia DC, as a full time preschool teacher for infants and toddlers in the base schools for 10 years. I also have 20 years preschool experience in Bangkok, Thailand with student ranging from 1 to 6 years old. I instructed the...

Michael M. says "Susan is an absolutely wonderful and excellent caregiver for our 2-year old son. Not only does she have a deep, sincere love of children, she has a lot...

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Jenny M.

A Little More About Me!

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello! My name is Jenny and I am recent graduate with a bachelors and masters in elementary education. I am a fun loving, energetic person who absolutely loves working with kids. My passions include: spending time outdoors, coming up with new and engaging activities for children, and teaching. 5 years ago I started working at a...

Danielle C. says "Jenny is an amazing young lady that became an important part of our family over the year that she watched our 2 girls. I can't say enough great things...

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Ana V.

Wonderful Experienced Nanny Looking For PT Position (30 Hours/Week)

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I am a very well qualified nanny currently seeking the right family! I have nearly 18 years of experience in childcare, working with children of all ages, from newborns/infants (primarily) to teens. I have also raised two kids of my own. I love spending time with kids and engaging in various types of age-appropriate recreational...

Nicole M. says "Ana worked for us in 2013 when our son was an infant. She started when he was 5 months old and I first went back to work! She made that most difficult...

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Vanessa B.

Woodbridge, VA

4.6(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 43 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm currently looking to offer care for any families looking for occasional/last minute care. I recently graduated from NOVA and am a certified and licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant. I have 15 years of experience in caring for children as a nanny/babysitter/church child care attendant. I am comfortable and...

Care Member says "Vanessa was great with my 5 and 6 year old and they warmed to her quickly. Would definitely reach out to Vanessa again!"

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.41/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.7

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lorton, VA

Babysitters in Lorton, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Fatima F.

Fatima has been my children's most favorite nanny so far. We are so sad that we had to move and wish we could've kept her with us forever!...

- Jillian L.

Maria T.

Maria assisted me during the week my wife was out of town. Assisted with transfers into and out of bed. Her professionalism and safety...

- George M.

Shanice M.

Love her. Look forward to having her with us long time.

- Mariam R.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lorton, VA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lorton, 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 29 babysitters in Lorton, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Lorton, VA babysitters on Care.com is $19.41 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 Lorton, 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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