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Lori K.

Experienced, Mature Child Care Professional

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 30 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm a professional childcare provider with 12+ years of experience and the mature mother of 2 adult children. Rates between $25 -$40/hour depending on age, number of kids, tasks, etc. Before marriage, I sat for children 1-4. After retiring from the practice of law, I cared for children 1-17, including volunteering weekly for 3....

Aleksander L. says "Lori took care of my cat and my dog for the time when I had to travel for a conference. She has AMAZING communication skills and she made sure I felt...

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Shanthi L.

Child Care

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
As a dedicated childcare provider with over two decades of experience, I am passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for caring for children. Over the years, I've honed my skills and knowledge to become a patient, calm, and...

Kelly B. says "Shanthi has cared for my 3 children on a part-time basis for the past 2 years. She has been extremely reliable and punctual, as well as very kind and...

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Heather C.

Infant And Child Care Provider

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have MANY years of experience with caring for infants and children. I can provide EXCELLENT references from families I have worked for! I am flexible with days and times! Feel free to contact me to discuss your needs!

Dan K. says "My wife and I highly recommend Heather for almost anything you would need help with. Amazing support to our family."

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Madeline F.

Responsible Child Caregiver With Experience Guiding Children Of All Ages

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
5 years of experience guiding children in all settings. Fun, outgoing and energetic with a passion for childcare. Experience working with children of all ages, including children with special needs. Inspires by leading fun activities to teach new skills and encourage development. Focused on respectfully enforcing rules for...

Gina S. says "Madeline sat for my one year old on short notice and took great care of him. She was responsive, punctual, and highly competent. We look forward to working...

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Claudia B.

Caring Nanny

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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..

Ashley P. says "I would highly recommend Claudia. I trust her in my house and with my children. She is great!"

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Arthina L.

Loving, Energetic And Trustworthy Newborn Care Specialist And Career Nanny

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
With over 10 years of professional childcare experience, I am dedicated to providing exceptional care and support for children from newborns to school age. My background in Montessori education enriches my caregiving approach by fostering independence, curiosity, and a love of learning. As a certified Newborn Care Specialist...

Maxwell B. says "She's absolutely wonderful! My son adores her and we feel very comfortable and confident leaving our children in her care. When we return, the children...

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Jerica B.

Nanny/CNA

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Along with my CNA certification, I have over 10 years of experience in providing excellent care as a nanny. I am extremely organized, reliable, and committed to my work. A very hard-working individual with a patient approach, I believe that I am a excellent professional nanny.

Binit S. says "Jerica was our first nanny. She joined our family when our twins were a month old and the most important thing I can say is that, for Jerica, safety is...

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Laine I.

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 23 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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!

Care Member says "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!"

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Lani B.

About Me!

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hi, my name is Lani! I'm 23 and grew up in the Charlottesville area. I'm preparing to start nursing school in the fall and have always loved caring for others. As the oldest of five siblings: two sisters and three brothers, ages 6 to 11, I've had plenty of hands-on experience with little ones and enjoy spending time with...

Care Member says "I really liked Lani. She was kind and gentle with our infant. She was proactive about reaching out when she had questions. I came home to a happy and...

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Kolette L.

Good Day

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have previously worked with multiple families many of which had 2-3 children with disabilities and needed special care. I've got experience with infants all the way up to 17 yrs old, I really enjoy doing activities and having a good time while also being efficient. I have graduated high school and known for being very artist...

Christina C. says "Kolette is detailed and goal oriented. She is caring and has a passion for caring for others. Kolette would be an asset to any home."

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Deja N.

Part Time Baby Sitter

Charlottesville, VA

3.7(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
My experience working with children, particularly those aged 3 to 6, has been immensely gratifying. My mother, a seasoned preschool teacher with over two decades of experience, has been a valuable mentor to me. I actively participate in her classroom at least twice a week, gaining invaluable insights into child development and...

Mary N. says "Deja takes her responsibilities very seriously. She is prompt and able to get up and arrive early if necessary. She is a natural teacher and will be great...

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Skye D.

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
~ I have over 7 years of child care experience. I've been working with children since 2016. With my very first job being childcare right here in the Charlottesville area. ~ I've had the pleasure of helping in many childcare roles. Including Lead Teacher, Assistant Teacher, Nanny, and Babysitting. I live here in Charlottesville...

Donna L. says "Sky was amazing! She took care of my 4 special needs, ages 8, 7, 5 and 3 with ease. And they had a great time! She did not take any of their BS or let them...

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Calli M.

Fun Sitter

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Have always been really good with kids! Thrive to make sure they have a good time and enjoy doing kid stuff! Don't mind chores either!

Tamara B. says "Calli was exceptional! She communicates promptly and is very responsible. She took excellent care of our home and pets during our long trip abroad,...

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Hilary D.

Spirited & Reliable Sitter!

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am seeking a nanny/ child care position for the summer of 2024. I have. M. Ed. in counselor education from UVA, and plan to build a career as a school counselor. My experience with child care is extensive, and includes working with kiddos aging from infancy to adolescence (long term & short term). I lived in Colorado for...

Erin N. says "Hilary was a nanny one day per week for my daughter from January through May. She was prompt in arrival, and took great care of our toddler. She helped in...

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Michell D.

Bubbly And Enthusiastic

Charlottesville, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
As a teenager and to my mid twenties I was nanny. Throughout university I was a tutor with the America Reads program. From 2016 to 2020 I taught elementary school. I have experience with newborns all the way up to teenagers. I am looking for a summer Nanny position as well as "as needed" (date nights, weekend trips etc)...

Care Member says "Michell was always on time, very caring with my daughters, and very responsible. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caregiver! "

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Child care centers in Charlottesville, VA

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Our Neighborhood Child Development Center

1015 East Market Street Charlottesville, VA

Reggio emilia
Child care
Our Neighborhood Child Development Center provides the highest quality care and education for children, zero to eight years old. Our Neighborhood is a full day Reggio inspired educational program. We operate from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, to accommodate working families. Our Neighborhood is not a daycare, it is a...
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Westminster Child Care Center

450 Rugby Rd Charlottesville, VA

Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
+ 2 more
Westminster Child Care Center is a private, non-profit preschool serving children from 6 weeks to five years of age, serving approximately 80 children. The center, for over 43 years, has upheld its mission to serve a very diverse community.We are located one block from UVA. We hire educated individuals who want to make a...
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Bright Beginnings - Forest Lakes

1610 Regent Street Charlottesville, VA

Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
+ 2 more
At Bright Beginnings our mission is to provide high-quality, safe, nurturing, and engaging early childhood programs for preschool children while supporting each unique family unit. We strive to allow each child to develop at his or her own rate with the goal of a successful transition into kindergarten and beyond. At Bright...
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Little Hearts In Home Daycare

1062 Hopkins Court Charlottesville, VA

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Offering in home daycare for you infant/toddler Currently enrolling infants & toddlers (6 weeks - 3 year/11 months of age Full-time) WEEKLY RATE IS BASED ON AGE Registered In home daycare provider Smoke free home Pet free home The ultimate vision is for parents to feel good about the childcare choice and that the children are...
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University of Virginia Child Development Center

180 Copeley Rd., PO Box 400864 Charlottesville, VA

Child care
The University of Virginia Child Development Center uses an exclusive educational program which provides unlimited opportunities for the development of the whole child. There's a unique curriculum for every age level, centered around developmentally appropriate and fun activities that help children develop physically,...
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  • 337 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.42/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.7

Recent child care reviews from local parents in Charlottesville, VA

Child Care Providers in Charlottesville, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 136 reviews of the 337 listed child care providers

Lori K.

Lori took care of my cat and my dog for the time when I had to travel for a conference. She has AMAZING communication skills and she made...

- Aleksander L.

Shanthi L.

Shanthi has cared for my 3 children on a part-time basis for the past 2 years. She has been extremely reliable and punctual, as well as very...

- Kelly B.

Heather C.

My wife and I highly recommend Heather for almost anything you would need help with. Amazing support to our family.

- Dan K.

FAQs for finding child care near you in Charlottesville, VA

Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $19.42 per hour as of November 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.

Care.com currently has 301 child care providers near you in Charlottesville, VA. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Charlottesville, VA and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Charlottesville, VA that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.

You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Charlottesville, VA, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Charlottesville, VA and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.

Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.

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