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Andrea N.
5.0
Andi and my son bonded from day one! She is patient, thoughtful and kind! My son looks forward to spending his afternoons with her as they go to different parks, swimming, the library and everything in between. We are so happy Andi has been part of our family over the past couple months!
- Bo J.
Marissa D.
5.0
Marissa was on time and flexible when my plans changed. My 5 year old daughter had a blast with her. She loved playing with Marissa and asked if she could babysit her again. Would definitely recommend.
- Kellie D.
Ki Juana L.
5.0
We hired Ki Juana for a week while our babysitter was on vacation. She fit into our routine seamlessly and handled our two children (age 3 and 1) beautifully. She was kind, resourceful, and dependable. I would recommend her highly and would be happy to hire her again.
- Margaret B.
Sophia M.
5.0
Sophia is great- period! I had her watch my little one while me and husband went on a date night and I had no doubts she was in good hands. She has a sweet demeanor, great common sense, and is punctual. Sophia is a prompt and efficient communicator and is very open about when she is or isn't...
- Kalisha C.
Kenchika W.
5.0
I am a single mother who works from home, and with two kids under 2, things can get pretty chaotic. That chaos went out the window when Kenchika first stepped in. My kids INSTANTLY fell in love with her! She is very attentive, nurturing, and she does not hesitate to ask if there is anything else I...
- Kayla M.
Child care in Portsmouth, VA
5.0
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Description:
I have volunteered at my church, with Special Needs children since 2013. I have babysat ages a few weeks through age 13. I have experience changing diapers, prepping meals, and helping tidy up.
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5.0
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Autumn N. | Portsmouth, VA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp • 31 yrs old
Full-Time Care In The Comfort Of The Child's Home
Description:
I have 13+ years experience of being a child care provider for ages newborn to 16 years old. I currently do childcare part time or full-time, I am a Paraprofessional Full-time. I also have a beautiful...
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5.0
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I have 1 year of experience. My whole life I've always helped with children, the homeless, and the elderly. Mostly volunteer work. So I can help with light meals, grocery shopping, pick ups, drop offs, light...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Andi and my son bonded from day one! She is patient, thoughtful and kind! My son looks forward to spending his afternoons with her as they go to different parks, swimming, the library and everything in between....
Reviewed by Bo J.
4.5
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Marissa D. | Portsmouth, VA
$14-18/hr • 1 yrs exp • 30 yrs old
Get To Know Me!
Responds within a day
Description:
Hi! I nanny Monday-Friday from 8am-4 p.m. I also babysit Monday and Wednesday from 5pm-7:30 p.m. I cared for my niece and nephew while they were growing up and I worked at a church nursery on Sundays for a...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Marissa was on time and flexible when my plans changed. My 5 year old daughter had a blast with her. She loved playing with Marissa and asked if she could babysit her again. Would definitely recommend.
Reviewed by Kellie D.
5.0
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Ki Juana L. | Portsmouth, VA
$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp • 26 yrs old
Last Minute Sitter
Responds within an hour
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I have been caring for children for about 8 yrs. I have worked for 2 State agencies, Virginia Department of Corrections and Virginia State Police. I have an up-to-date CPR and First Aid certification as well as...
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Recent Review:
5.0
We hired Ki Juana for a week while our babysitter was on vacation. She fit into our routine seamlessly and handled our two children (age 3 and 1) beautifully. She was kind, resourceful, and dependable. I...
Reviewed by Margaret B.
4.5
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Sophia M. | Portsmouth, VA
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp • 22 yrs old
Date Night Babysitter - Always Available For Evenings And Weekends
Responds within 4 hours
Description:
Hello! my name is Sophia. I babysat all through out high school and I grew up with 8 siblings and plenty of nieces and nephews. I have a lot of experience watching kids. I'm currently in the navy and have a lot...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Sophia is great- period! I had her watch my little one while me and husband went on a date night and I had no doubts she was in good hands. She has a sweet demeanor, great common sense, and is punctual. Sophia...
Reviewed by Kalisha C.
5.0
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Kenchika W. | Portsmouth, VA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp • 33 yrs old
Exquisite Nanny
Responds within a day
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Hi Guys!!! I am looking to brighten my horizons with a new family. I have been in the Nanny field off and on for the last 15 years. Trust and believe I've had experience with every age-developing group of...
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Recent Review:
5.0
I am a single mother who works from home, and with two kids under 2, things can get pretty chaotic. That chaos went out the window when Kenchika first stepped in. My kids INSTANTLY fell in love with her! She is...
Reviewed by Kayla M.
5.0
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Jhoana R. | Portsmouth, VA
<$10/hr • 1 yrs exp • 19 yrs old
Children Teach Us To View Things Differently
Description:
I am CPR certified and also have medical training. I oddly love cleaning and math so if you need either I am willing to help!
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Recent Review:
5.0
Jhoana was amazing! She helped us out last minute when our other sitter canceled. She showed up on time, worked great with my son, and sent me updates while I was away. I will definitely be hiring her again!
Reviewed by Joanna C.
5.0
(6)
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Hello, my name is Brianna! I am a single dog mama of two rescue pups. Although I don't have any human children of my own, I love kids. I have not done any professional childcare, but babysat for friends and...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Brianna was wonderful! She showed up on time and was very attentive to our girls for the 5 hours we hired her. My girls gave her a run for her money, but she stayed calm cool and collected. 10/10 would hire...
Reviewed by Mckenzie L.
5.0
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Marie H. | Portsmouth, VA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp • 48 yrs old
Kids Are The Treasure Of Our Future
Responds within 5 hours
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Hello families,
My name is Marie H. I am a 48yr. old Mother, to 4 adults in training! They are wonderful! I started working with kids in high school. Then I worked for a reputable, well established daycare for...
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Child care in Portsmouth, VA
Broad Street Christian Academy
300 Brod Street, Portsmouth, VA
Costimate: $136/wk
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*Virginia State licensed child care facility
*Ages 6 weeks - 12 years
*Located in historic Port Norfolk, Portsmouth, Virginia- near...
La Petite Academy Child Care-Portsmouth
3903 Cedar Lane, Portsmouth, VA
Costimate: $162/wk
La Petite Academy Child Care-Portsmouth, located in Portsmouth, Virginia, is a learning center that serves children ages six weeks to twelve...
La Petite Academy Child Care-Taylor Rd
2453 Taylor Rd, Chesapeake, VA
Costimate: $162/wk
The branch of La Petite Academy in 2453 Taylor Road, Chesapeake, Virginia, offers childcare and learning services. The center operates from...
Nee-Nee's Nest In-Home Daycare
1511 Basie Crescent, Portsmouth, VA
Costimate: $149/wk
I began my career in childcare 17 years ago. My mother has 30 plus years of experience. We both have experience with caring and teaching...
Gymboree Play & Music /Portsmouth: Academy Crossing
3280 Academy Lane, Portsmouth, VA
Costimate: $162/wk
Gymboree Play & Music-Academy Crossing offers a variety of educational programs to children and families living in the Portsmouth community....
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FAQs for finding child care in Portsmouth
How much does it cost in 2022 to hire a child care provider in Portsmouth, VA?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $13.25 per hour as of June 2022. 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.
How can I find child care help near me?
Care.com currently has 118 child care providers Portsmouth, VA. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a child care provider?
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 Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.