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Very witty personality. Fun to be around. Great hospitality.
Review for Amanda E. by Roberta D.
Christina is very organized and reliable. I know our son is in great hands with her. She’s hands on and upbeat and is able to keep up with…
Review for Christina B. by Care member
Great sitter. Would definitely hire back. Wish she was in the area more often.
Review for Mackenzie H. by Raegan S.
Babysitters in Peterstown, WV
Laurel M.
Peterstown, WV
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and fun-loving.
I like working with kids because have a passion for working with kids and being a caregiver. I love to nurture their imaginations with playtime, art, and music.
I'm looking for a job that works around my current position as teacher at a daycare.
I started...
Laurel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Barbara.
I have a B. S. Degree in Human Services, University of TN, Knoxville; 17 years exp. as a
Q. M. H. P.(Qualified Mental Health Professional); 15 years professional Host Home Provider, 20 years exp child care: 35 years professional Florist, plus 2 years IHSS Certified (In Home Support Specialist) and C N...
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
I am a mom of 5 children and 3 grandchildren. I spent many years home schooling with a Waldorf philosophy so I love doing nature related activities with children. I am a Penn State graduate and majored in Wildlife Science and I loved working in this field prior to raising my family full time.
I have a love of taking care of...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep
4.7
(3)
I'm a great caregiver I promise, once you get to know me and give me a chance to know your loved ones, you and I will become close friends. I can promise that you and your family will be happy with my services.
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Very witty personality. Fun to be around. Great hospitality."
Roberta D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, encouraging, motivated, positive, and inspiring.
I like working with kids because they are full of energy and innocent.
I'm looking for a job that I can make a difference and provide comfort to the parents that their children are well taken care of.
I started working with kids when...
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Christina is kind, responsible, and thoughtful. Our family really enjoyed getting to know her and are so thankful for the excellent care she took of our daughter. Would definitely recommend."
Meaghan O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Mackenzie!
I am a graduate student at Radford University, currently pursuing a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I have a deep passion for working with children and have extensive hands-on experience providing care and creating nurturing environments for children, from infants to 10 years old. In my hometown,...
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mackenzie was WONDERFUL with my son! We were very sad to see her go! We wish you luck at school!"
Whitney C.
Emily A.
Radford, VA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My name is Emily, but I go by Veronica. I have 4 years of childcare experience, working in home as a nanny as well as in group-care at a local Montessori School. I have worked with children 14 weeks to 4 years old. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I am happy to assist with education and light housekeeping. I am 23 years old,...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have worked with Veronica (Emily ) for the past few months and from what i have noticed she is very dedicated , hard working always present , rarely called out and if she did it was because of illness never just for no reason , and is just a genuinely nice and...
Care member
Aubrey K.
Pearisburg, VA
$13-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I previously worked at an after school program in New York watching children from pre-k to fourth grade. I also spent two summers watching children with this same program, full time. My job duties included feeding them snack, cleaning up after them, providing entertainment, all while making sure the kids stayed safe. I have also...
Aubrey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Kathryn F.
Radford, VA
$13-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Errands. In my teenage years, I used to babysit many of the children from the church I attended. I also helped with Sunday school lessons, coming up with fun activities, and caring for the children. On top of that, I helped in the nursery which was for...
Kathryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Cara. I have grown up in the Blacksburg area, and I love working with children. I am in my second year at Virginia Tech studying Environmental Conservation. I am an Eagle Scout (BSA) and a Gold Award Girl Scout. I have worked as an instructor at a residential summer camp for three years and a Girl Scout weekend...
Carolyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, my name is Morgan M! I am a 23-year-old graduate student at Radford University. I am currently pursuing a masters degree in speech-language pathology. I have 5 years of babysitting experience, including those with disabilities. I am CPR/BLS certified and can assist with various tasks such as meal preparation,...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Samantha C.
Radford, VA
$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Samantha, I'm 21 years old and have a passion for working with children. Currently, I am pursuing a degree in education at college. I also work part-time at a daycare but have a flexible schedule. I have experience working with children of all age groups and am comfortable caring for several children at a time....
Hi! My name is Jessie, and I am 20 years old. I have about 6 years of experience with watching children. I can help with grocery shopping, crafts, carpooling, laundry, and pets! I have experience with special needs including Spina Bifida, delayed speech, and paralysis. Previously, I have sat for multiple children (around 6-10)...
Jessie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
My name is Hannah and I am 22 years old. I currently live in Newport, Va about 10-15 minutes from Blacksburg. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I have experience caring for children ranging from newborn to 7 years old. I also have experience caring for multiple children at once. I particularly enjoy caring for...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ashley B.
Radford, VA
$13/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello families! I am currently a senior at Radford University majoring in nursing. I have seven years of paid experience working at a child care facility and absolutely love being around kids. I have also baby-sat for numerous families and taken care of children in all different age groups varying from infants to middle school...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Summer S.
Union, WV
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun Loving, Experienced Sitter With Flexible Availability. References Upon Request
14 years of experience with all ages of kids as well as working in child care and having a 4-year-old daughter myself. Ages ranging from 6 weeks old to 12-year-old. I have worked with 5-10 families over the years and will provide references upon request.
We are a pet friendly family, non-smoking.
Willing to do light housework...
Madison M.
Radford, VA
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Madison and I graduated from William Byrd high school. I have my CPR certification and I have experience working with kids. I would love to nanny for your kids.
Skills:
CPR
Mahaila L.
Princeton, WV
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a caregiver with 3 years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and providing reliable childcare. My strengths lie in being patient, calm, and creative, which allows me to connect with children and create a nurturing environment. I excel at communicating with parents, ensuring they're well-informed about...
Morgan M.
Radford, VA
$15-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a babysitter or nanny on and off over the last 20 years during school, college, and then graduate school mostly in summers. I am now an Assistant Professor who is returning to this work over the summer to supplement the increase to student loan payments and inflation.
While I don't have children myself, I...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Peterstown, WV:
How can I find a Peterstown babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Peterstown, WV 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 Peterstown, WV 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 Peterstown, WV?
The average rate for Peterstown, WV babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of May 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Peterstown, WV?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Peterstown, WV 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.