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Danielle M.

Experienced Special Education Teacher

Merrifield, VA

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$45/hr
9 years experience
Experienced Special Education Teacher & Executive Function Skills instructor with a demonstrated history of working in the primary/secondary education industry. Skilled in Literacy, Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Educational Technology, and Public Speaking. Strong education professional with a Bachelor's degree focused...
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Diane M.

McLean, VA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
I am currently enrolled in the Masters of International Affairs program at Columbia University, having previously obtained a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Fordham University. For nearly six years, I have gained experience in babysitting and tutoring while balancing my studies and internships. As a freshman in...

Care Member says "Diane spent all of her time engaging with my 4.5 yo. They played board game, built with magnet tiles, and discussed maps together. My child had a great...

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Lexus B.

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
Travel
I'm Lexus! I moved to Arlington VA 2yrs ago from MD. I have a younger sister who I helped raise before I went to college. My mom was a single mother so I took the role of another parent when it came to helping with homework, getting her ready for school, and getting her ready for bed. I currently work in Finance in Arlington...

Care Member says "am writing to share my glowing recommendation for Lexus as a private babysitter for our family. Lexus has been a tremendous asset to us, providing...

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Amanda Y.

Fun Sitter And Tutor

Annandale, VA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a recent graduate from William & Mary and am home for the summer before beginning my full time job in the fall. While at school, I babysat for a family with 3 kids and last summer I nannied full-time. I have experience helping out kids with online schooling, daily homework and tutoring them in a wide range of subjects...

Shlomit H. says "Amanda is a blessing. We wish she could stay with us for the long run, but the same determination that makes her a great fit for kids is taking her back...

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Mercedes W.

Springfield, VA

4.7(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I am a babysitter with more of 10 years of experience. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I babysit kids of all ages and groups too. I play with them, help with the homework, cook for them, go to their activities. Reading, exploring and doing things or sports inside and outside is the way that I love to caring them. I like...

Care Member says "We absolutely recommend Mercedes! She was an amazing sitter to our two boys and our puppy Scratch (a lab that unexpectedly grew to 95lbs at 8 months…a...

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Angela J.

Reliable And Loving Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a native of northwest Indiana (just 25 miles south of Chicago), and I have lived in the DMV area for two years. I work full-time in Virginia during the week, so most of my availability would be during the evenings or weekends. I have enjoyed babysitting in the past before I moved and was hoping I could find a kind family to...

Leslie D. says "Angela has showed on time for both meeting her and babysitting job. My daughter absolutely enjoyed her. Angela was willing to play all of my daughter's...

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Kevin L.

Washington, DC

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Thanks for reading! I have been a teacher at the elementary school level since 2016 with diverse experiences in coaching and tutoring for much of my life. I have coached numerous elementary and middle school level sports for both boys and girls since 2010. I've worked in an elementary school's child care center in an after...

Michelle R. says "Kevin has been great! My boys love him and he has been up for the challenge of them. He works well with finding ways to get my boys to cooperate. He...

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Charlotte M.

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Washington, DC

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Education professional looking for one-time or weekend sitting, tutoring, and executive functioning support roles.
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Sophie J.

Experienced College Student Happy To Help With Your Summer Babysitting Needs!

Annandale, VA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Sophie! I am a college student currently home for the summer. I started babysitting in high school and worked as a camp counselor for two summers. I am extremely responsible and love to keep kids active with games, crafts, sports, and other activities! I am also happy to help with reading and homework. In my free time, I...

Denise M. says "Very good with my pet, arrived on time and handled my pet very well."

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Van H.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Hi my name is Becky, I have a lot of experience with Children. I've worked at a Learning Center for 3 years and I also have multiple training certificates like First Aid and CPR and other certifications for child care. I have also previously worked with Lakeshore Learning Store and Fairfax County Public Schools Sacc before and...

Care Member says "Wonderful babysitter who took care of my daughter full-time for many years. She is diligent, hardworking and cheerful. I highly recommend her for any...

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Diane M.

McLean, VA

4.0(1)
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$22/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Diane and I'm a senior at Fordham University. I am majoring in political science and minoring in economics and Arabic. I started tutoring elementary school children as well as my peers when I was a freshman in high school. Later on freshman year of college I worked at a teacher's assistant and day time tutor (one...

Dawn M. says "Diane was committed to working with my son. She was punctual and didn't call in sick. I recommend her to people."

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Diamond C.

Part-Time Caregiver

Fairfax, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a licensed registered nurse who has recently graduated with my second bachelor degree from Jefferson College of Health Science receiving a B. S. in Nursing and have always loved taking care of people and making them feel comfortable! I believe everyone has something special about them and I make it a mission to bring it out...

Jenna S. says "she is very reliable, understanding, and showed up earlier. kids loved her, especially my little girl."

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Lily E.

Vienna, VA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Love to help children connect with a lesson/subject in way that works for them. I prefer Math and Science but can do some English tutoring.

Suzanne K. says "I am writing to recommend Lily for future teaching positions. She works teaching my two children weekly. As a parent, Lily is reliable and organized -...

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Alexandra S.

Fairfax, VA

5.0(0)
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$8/hr
2 years experience
I am a student currently attending George Mason University and I know how hard virtual learning can be and I can assure that I am great with kids and I am a great student who can teach your children in the best way based on how they retain knowledge. I would love the opportunity if you would give me the chance.
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Christina W.

Special Education Teacher

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
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$65/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Special Education Teacher | OG Trained I am a special education teacher with nearly 10 years of experience. I have taught in both self-contained and in push-in/pull out models. I have been tutoring elementary students in reading, writing, and math for the last 4 years. I am very familiar with Virginia's SOL's and VESOL's and...

Tara C. says "I can not say enough good things about Christina! She is amazing! She is always on time, prepared and ready with bucket loads of patience and...

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Sabrina M.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Sabrina, and I'm a dedicated and nurturing nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages-from infants to pre-teens. I'm passionate about creating a safe, fun, and structured environment where kids can thrive, learn, and grow. I am First Aid, CPR and MAT (Medication Administration...

Caroline W. says "Sabrina is wonderful with our 4 and 2 year olds. She's reliable, patient, fun, and calm in a crisis. She's our go to sitter!"

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Mitchell S.

Math & English Tutor Experienced With All Grade Levels

Arlington, VA

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! I specialize in math instruction and have experience tutoring students of all ages and grades levels. I've tutored for 3 years and have been teaching elementary math full-time for the last 2 years in the classroom. I am currently taking a break from the classroom to pursue a Master's Degree in Data Analytics. I am open...

Victoria B. says "Mitchell is both extremely smart and personable. He exceeded my expectations and actually taught me statistics! I highly recommend him. He goes above...

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Damyanti M.

Babysitter Available In Danbury CT And Keene NH Area

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have been a babysitter since I was 13 years old and have experience with children of all ages including infancy. I have experience working at schools in a variety of settings and levels as well. I'm a very creative person and enjoy arts and crafts as I was previously a preschool teacher. I'm also willing to help kids with...

Wesley G. says "Mom writing from Dad's account Dom is a very capable and polite young professional. Our 17 month old responded immediately to her during the interview....

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Liliana L.

Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Unlocking a student's unique potential is the heart of my teaching practice. As a certified teacher with three years of experience, I focus on building confidence and fostering a genuine love for learning rather than simple memorization. I assess your child's needs by observing how they interact with new material, then adapt my...

Care Member says "Liliana is the best care taker I have ever experienced. As dual active duty military members of the USAF, my wife and I found ourselves in a difficult...

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Briana D.

Reston, VA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Bri! I'm a responsible, playful, and deeply engaged caregiver who truly enjoys connecting with children on their level. Whether it's tea parties and dress-up, dinosaurs and cars, or imaginative games like playing school and hide-and-seek-I love diving into whatever sparks their joy. My experience ranges from date nights...

Rachel F. says "I very rarely leave my kids with a sitter but when I met Bri, that changed. She’s great with my kids (age 8 & 4 year old twins), mature and intelligent. I...

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Diane M.

Diane spent all of her time engaging with my 4.5 yo. They played board game, built with magnet tiles, and discussed maps together. My child...

- Care member

Lexus B.

am writing to share my glowing recommendation for Lexus as a private babysitter for our family. Lexus has been a tremendous asset to us,...

- Care member

Amanda Y.

Amanda is a blessing. We wish she could stay with us for the long run, but the same determination that makes her a great fit for kids is...

- Shlomit H.

Common questions about tutors in Merrifield, VA

A tutor in Merrifield, VA provides personalized academic support to help students improve in specific subjects or skills. Many families compare tutor profiles based on subjects taught, experience, availability, and reviews to find the right fit. Understanding how to hire a tutor can help guide your search.
Tutors in Merrifield, VA can help with a wide range of subjects, including math, reading, writing, science, and test preparation. Some families look for specialized support such as math tutors, science tutors, or SAT tutors depending on their student’s academic goals and grade level.
The average rate for tutors in Merrifield, VA on Care.com as of August, 2026 is $45.00 per hour. Rates can vary depending on the tutor’s experience, subject expertise, grade level, and session length. Advanced subjects or test prep tutoring may have higher rates based on specialization.
Tutors in Merrifield, VA support students across a wide range of grade levels, from early elementary school through high school. Some tutors specialize in foundational skills like reading and math for younger students, while others focus on advanced subjects, test preparation, or college readiness for older students.
A first tutoring session in Merrifield, VA often focuses on understanding the student’s current skill level, learning style, and academic goals. Tutors may review past assignments, identify areas for improvement, and create a plan for future sessions. Preparing ahead of time using tips for your first tutoring session can help make the experience more effective.
Yes, many tutors in Merrifield, VA offer online sessions, allowing students to receive support from home. Online tutoring can be helpful for flexible scheduling, access to more subject specialists, and convenience for busy families. Some families choose dedicated online tutors or explore tips for online tutoring alongside in-person sessions.
Tutoring in Merrifield, VA is generally focused on academic support rather than traditional child care, but some tutors may provide supervision during sessions. The primary goal of tutoring is to help students improve in specific subjects or skills. Understanding whether tutoring counts as child care can help families choose the right type of support.

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