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Lorita B.


Gainesville, VA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Part-Time Or Full-Time

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I retired from an administrative position with same company for 26 years. I'm dependable and trustworthy. I am looking for full or part-time child care. I have twin granddaughters, age 11, and have done occasional babysitting for them since they were born. Child care is a complete turn around from my previous career, but it is...
Lorita can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rita has cared for our little girl for the past 6 months (LO is 16 months old now). She is so good with her and our daughter just loves her. Rita reads with her, takes her on walks, plays with her, and is even tackling potty training! Rita is always punctual,...

Jillian M.

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Yacqueline H.


Warrenton, VA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver.

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a nanny/ babysitter for 16+ years with several families and have very good references. I really enjoy taking care of kids, specially babies! Have experience with twins and triplets (newborns), toddlers, and kids all ages. I also have my own kids. I am honest, responsible, caring, patient. I enjoy outdoors...
Yacqueline can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Yacqueline has been with our family full time for over 2 years. We now have 3 kids ages 5, 3, 2. She makes taking care of 3 kids seem so easy! She reads to them, does art projects and puzzles with them, does art projects, cooks for them, and takes them to play...

Elizabeth A.

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Jenna M.


Aldie, VA

$13/hr9 yrs exp

Hi, thanks for checking out my profile! My name is Jenna and I've always loved working with kids! I grew up in a very large family, have 3 younger siblings and naturally fall into the big sister role whenever children are in my care. Creating a safe environment is my #1 priority, but I love nothing more than to make a kid laugh...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Sweet as pie and cares for your babies like her own"

Aubrey O.

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Debra R.


Warrenton, VA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Long Term / Babysitter / Nanny Available FT Or PT ( Min 28 Hours)

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

I have been caring and providing tender, loving and care for over 33 years now. While my children were growing up, I had a home daycare center for 22 years. I also substituted for a school for 5 years. I have a love for children of all ages. I love reading, music and tons of arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor games, swimming...
Debra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Debra has been taking care of children for a long time. She is without a doubt second to none. All of the children in her care love her and the parents love her as well. She is kind, caring, loving. She loves playing with them, teaching them, doing crafts with...

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Charlotte P.


Warrenton, VA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Grandmother Type Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have previously owned and operated a daycare business in my home. I work now in your home and bring all my years of experience with me. I have 20 plus years caring for infants and children. I am warm, caring and very patient. I love reading, singing and taking walks with your child. If you are looking for more of a grandmother...
5.0
"Ms. Charlotte provided in-our-home and in-her-home care for our two young boys. She watched daily from about 2 months old through 2 years of age. When looking for a care giver, we interviewed several people. We knew immediately that Charlotte would be a great...

Robert D.

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Melany R.


Aldie, VA

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

College Graduate Available For Part-time Care

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a northern Virginia native. I currently live in Stone Ridge with my husband. I have a niece and I spend a lot of time with her. In terms of babysitting, I have done a little bit of everything. I've been a nanny, date night sitter, overnight sitter, party sitter, you name it! Throughout the years I've been able to...
Melany can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We LOVE Melany! We have a 3yo & 1.5yo and she does amazing with both of them. She is kind, cares deeply about children, and engages both with play and education! We have been using her weekly for the past several months and has made our lives significantly easier...

Nicole B.

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Rachel M.


Gainesville, VA

$18-24/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny .

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have three years' experience in early childhood teaching, with ages 0-5 years, particularly with infants, and have been a nanny for three years for ages 0-11. I also coached after-school chess for elementary kids, up until the pandemic. My current main job is as a swim instructor. As an aspiring writer and English Major, I...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rachel was so great with the kids! She arrived slightly early to get to know them, helped the girls do a build your own pizza night, and read them stories at bed time. My kids loved Rachel. Rachel was very understanding and accommodating when I ran late from our...

David M.

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Imanee M.


Gainesville, VA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking To Get Back Into A Career That Makes Me Feel Good About What I Do :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Imanee but I go by Moni. I really enjoy nannying and have experience taking care of multiple kids at once. I've nannied for 2 families simultaneously for the last 6 months while I was living in Chicago. I was able to pick up short term gigs in between the hours I worked for the other families, so I have plenty...
5.0
"Moni has been nannying for us 2x/week part time and she is wonderful and easy to work with. She is very engaged and enthusiastic with my one year old to keep her entertained. She has been very flexible with scheduling to our needs including helping with other...

Jennifer Z.

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Christina P.


Gainesville, VA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Christina! I'm currently in college looking for a part-time job babysitting. I have have been a caretaker for multiple families in the past and have experience with children of all ages. I am a patient, easygoing person and I hope I can be a good fit for your family.
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Chris is very sweet, attentive and genuinely loves children. We would absolutely rehire her again and again."

Candice C.

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Rachel S.


Gainesville, VA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a certified elementary teacher with a huge love of all children! I have been working with children for about 10 years. I have worked with children from the ages of newborn to 16 years of age, and also worked with multiple children and special education students. I am also a dance teacher that specializes in all ages...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Our 2 kids love Rachel! She is fun, responsible, kind and very experienced in childcare. She keeps the kids busy and having fun and is reliable and trustworthy. We couldn't ask for a better nanny!"

Angela K.

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Katessa J.


Haymarket, VA

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

High School Senior, Good With Kids And Pets

I've been babysitting for 7 years and am experienced in caring for children with emotional and developmental disabilities. I have a calm, confident personality and children feel comfortable with me. I have my own transportation and am able to cook, clean, and keep up with housework. I am a student at NOVA community college, but...
Katessa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Kit did a great job caring for my daughter. She is extremely polite and considerate. I recommend her and would hire her again."

Angie J.

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Heidi B.


Gainesville, VA

$16-50/hr15 yrs exp

About Heidi Brown!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a mother of two boys (ages 7 and 8) and also work full time as a high school teacher in Fairfax county. I have been teaching for 11 years. I am looking for jobs that work around my schedule so that I can supplement my teacher income.
Heidi can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I have known Heidi for many years. She is caring, responsible and professional!"

Colleen M.

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Angelina S.


Haymarket, VA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! :) My name is Angelina, I come from a big family with lots of young children. I have experience with children of all ages, genders, and quantities from babysitting my own family, neighbors, and working at an after school care. I am currently attending online college, on my breaks I like to help out parents that need...
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Heidi B.


Gainesville, VA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a mom of two boys and a full-time teacher. I have a lot of experience caring for dogs and have two dogs of my own.
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Faith R.


Haymarket, VA

$20-35/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families, I graduated in May 2021 with a Bachelors in Human Development and Family Science with a concentration in Early Childhood Education. I have over 6 years of experience, as I started babysitting at 16 and I was an assistant teacher for 3 years at a private preschool and a lead teacher for a little over a year at...
Faith can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Faith is absolutely one of the most enthusiastic, professional, caring, and kind child care providers that I have ever met. My son is completely enamored by her because she is patient and infuses learning and playfulness in her interactions with him. I always felt...

Tamaro H.

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Mary D.


Haymarket, VA

$65-105/hr10 yrs exp

Reading & Writing Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Mary and I'm an experienced Orton-Gillingham trained reading tutor, special education teacher, and executive functioning coach. My experience ranges from Kindergarten to 10th grade, specifically working with students who have learning differences. I specialize in multi-sensory reading instruction, writing, and...
5.0
"Mary tutors my 8 year old and 6 year old in English Language Arts and I couldn't be happier with the experience. Not only is Mary fantastic at teaching reading and writing to my reluctant reader and my reluctant writer, my kids love working with her and they look...

Kristin K.

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Mireya A.


Marshall, VA

$35/hr8 yrs exp

A Nanny You Can Trust!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My experience began during summer vacations in high school watching for some cousins, soon after I took interest in learning about early childhood development through courses in high school. I enjoy it very much and take it seriously as well.
Mireya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Mireya has helped us with our son over the past several months. She has been exactly what we were looking for in a care giver - warm, extremely competent, playful, knowledgeable, and dependable. She has been a great fit for our family. I would highly recommend her!"

Liese D.

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Elena M.


Aldie, VA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Im a baby sitter in 5 years, I take care the baby, I feed, I chance the diaper and I walk to play ground to play and read the books before he go to sleep
Elena can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Elena has been very caring nanny for our infant daughter. She plays with her and sings songs for her. Elena reads for her, shows her colors and animals. When weather permits, they spend a lot of time outside, also playing, singing and narrating what is happening...

Anna Y.

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Xhesika C.


Haymarket, VA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Xhesika C. and I'm a 23 years old female seeking for a babysitting/nannying job near me. A little background story on me: I am 23 years old, a mama to a 3/year-old baby boy and also a college student as well. I have over 8 years of experience with babysitting since I was 15 years old, with children of all...
Xhesika can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She cared for my two and four year old boys. She was wonderful, she would take them outside to play, read books, made crafts with them daily, and cleaned up after the children. She was always joyful and very kind to the children. Highly recommended."

Joshua C.

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Charlotte P.


Warrenton, VA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time And Full Time Senior Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in every aspect of senior care. For the past 7 years I was employed at the Fauquier Hospital as a patient care sitter. I take care of assistance with bathroom needs, reminders, telephone calls, companion care and all non-medical assistance. As a hospital employee I have been trained in many area's of senior care...
Charlotte can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification, respite care
5.0
"Charlotte was a lovely, patient, kind and caring helper (and friend!) to my 84 year old mother. She was dependable, punctual, and a fabulous cook!!"

Cathy H.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in The Plains, VA

Lorita B.

5.0

Rita is the best. She's caring, smart, punctual, and loving. She raised my son from 6 months to 2 years. While she no longer watches our son, we still get together. She's like family.

- Joshua C.

Yacqueline H.

5.0

Yacqueline has been with our family full time for over 2 years. We now have 3 kids ages 5, 3, 2. She makes taking care of 3 kids seem so easy! She reads to them, does art projects and puzzles with them, does art projects, cooks for them, and takes them to play outdoors every day. She also drives our...

- Elizabeth A.

Jenna M.

5.0

Jenna was employed by me at my store in Jacksonville, FL for 5 years as an assistant manager. She is very responsible and helpful. She also worked as a babysitter for my granddaughter and she cared for her frequently ages infant through 4 years old. (Current) My granddaughter absolutely adores her.

- Lynn M.

Debra R.

5.0

I love Deb! She has an amazing heart for children and she’s great with them ❤️

- Lindsey H.

Charlotte P.

5.0

Ms. Charlotte provided in-our-home and in-her-home care for our two young boys. She watched daily from about 2 months old through 2 years of age. When looking for a care giver, we interviewed several people. We knew immediately that Charlotte would be a great fit for our boys, and that we would...

- Robert D.

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