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I worked as a full time nanny during the Summer of 2021 and 2022. I nannied for twin boys age 5 and then nannied for 3 boys between the ages of 8 and 14.
Some activities we did included arts & crafts, hikes, nature walks, biking, water play, sport games, board games, building toys, building forts, play dates, and going to the...
Mariah can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a friendly and energetic teacher with years of experience in early childhood education. I'm motivated to help children become happy, healthy and well behaved. Some skills I have are that I'm highly dependable, I have excellent attention to detail, I'm bilingual (English/Spanish), I'm knowledgeable on the medical field (I...
Ruth can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a variety of experience working with children in Sunday school, before and after school care, babysitting, over-night and day camp, as well as teaching children with disabilities (autism, emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, anxiety, and ADHD) (7 through 11 years old). I have a degree in early childhood...
Caitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Caitlin was and still is to this day our best babysitter! She always put so much time and attention to our girls! She knew all the the milestones our 8 month old at the time needed to reach and would work on her crawling and tummy time. Caitlin became a part of our...
Care member
Brenda Z.
Woodbridge, VA
$15-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.5
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Brenda and I have been a nanny for about 4 years now. Two long term families. I also do weekend babysitting for a few families. I have cared for four infants throughout my career as a nanny, as well as 4 kids at the same time. I have experience with sensory play time and know how to engage an infant in play to...
Brenda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very attentive to her surroundings! She's also comfortable around dogs which was a great plus. Hope to have the opportunity to work with you again! "
Dan A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I speak English/Spanish I'm really responsible person and hopefully someone you can trust. I have a car and can drive your kids to any activities they have if they need to . I love kids, playing, reading to them, having educational activities, teaching them Spanish if they like or anything they like to do and just having a good...
Leydi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"My girls love Leydi. She was great helping with school drop-offs and very hands on with my toddler. Will be hiring her again!"
Jennifer W.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 56-year-old mother of 1 son, 26 years old. I have been in the United States since 2011, and I am a citizen. I speak Farsi and English. I am a very healthy, organized, reliable and responsible person. I love children and have been around kids all my life. I have been a babysitter both part time and full time. I also...
Sheida can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sheida watched our 1yo while we were visiting town for an event. She was so sweet, calm (despite his separation crying!), and was very attentive to our wishes and instructions. Would recommend her!"
Emilie S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a nurse practitioner looking for some extra work! Anything from child care, senior care, pet care, to cleaning and organizing the house or your long gone closets! My schedule is very flexible, mostly looking for one time jobs or could even do something Tuesdays and Thursdays. I work my regular job Monday, Wednesday, and...
Serenna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Serenna watched our 9 month old so we could enjoy date night and not once did I worry about him! she is very friendly and our son seemed to love her! We will definitely be hiring her again!"
Kaitlyn R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a full-time job from 9-5 Monday through Friday, but I'm looking for weeknight, overnight, weekend, recurring/occasional, one-time, etc. jobs. I've babysat and worked as a nanny for over 30 local families in my area. I have experience caring for children anywhere from the age of one month to 13. In high school, I would...
Hope can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hope is wonderful! She has been helping our family for the past few months and is always willing to babysit when she's available. She has been flexible with our schedule, with irregular times and sometimes last minute changes. Her experience is evident, and she...
Mairin S.
Ruth K.
Alexandria, VA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I currently have a weekly nanny position Tuesday through Friday and every other Monday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. I am looking to add hours on weekends, evenings and an occasional Monday as they fit my schedule.
I am a dedicated and compassionate childcare professional with over 10 years of experience providing exceptional...
Ruth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ruth helped me out during a weekend when my husband was out of town. It was my first full weekend alone with my 11 month old and Ruth was AMAZING. It was also my first time with any help outside of my husband and I am so grateful for Ruth because I felt very...
Claudia W.
Jill K.
Springfield, VA
$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny With Over 20 Years Of Child Care Experience.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jill. I am a nanny and a DONA trained post partum doula. I have experience with multiples, preemies, special needs children, neurotypical and neuroatypical folks, newborns - teens.
I am available occasional weekdays, weeknights, late evenings/date nights, overnights, and weekends.
I have worked as a nanny for 12...
Jill can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jill is an experienced, flexible, patient, and attentive caregiver. She expertly navigates the delicate balance of simultaneously juggling an older child's request for playtime with a younger child's demands to be snuggled -- it's quite impressive. She indulges...
Ian D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I am an athletic and intellectual person who loves to create all kinds of learning experiences for children. I started caring/educating children in a private elementary age day school setting when I was 18. As a teacher, I came up with ideas to help children develop many skills in the early ages from pre-k to first grade.
I...
Jancy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Jancy did an amazing job with our girls (6&9) in the evenings after school. They really bonded with her and were always excited to spend time with her. They loved doing crafts/drawing with her or going somewhere in del ray. She was also extremely flexible if we...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have been a companion for elders, for a lovely family for 1 1/2 . Before that 3 years. I also care for my mother in law on the weekends . I love what I do and enjoy spending time with elders.
Previously, I was a nanny!
Hello, I have 20 plus years experience .
I'm a mom and wife. My husband and I have raised 3 boys...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Lisa loves spending time with children. She will play games, dolls, puzzles, take the kids swimming and kiss their boo boos if they fall. My kids love spending time with her. She's flexible and dependable."
Denise P.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! How are you going ? I hope you are doing well! I'm Joceny and I've been a nanny over 3 years; also I'm graduated as a nurse with more 3 years of experience working in a hospital. I have a large experience with new born, infant and toddlers. I'm first aid certified due my graduation and I'm able to take care children in...
Joceny can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Absolutely Amazing! Joceny is attentive to my one year old daughter's needs without supervision. And I'm looking forward to working with her again."
Desmond B.
Lilliana C.
Alexandria, VA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
College Student Looking For A Part-time Job On The Weekends!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lilliana and I am currently a college student at GMU based around the Alexandria/Rose Hill area. I have been nannying/babysitting for one year and have experience with infants, toddlers, and school age kids ranging from 6months - 11 years old. I'm open to occasional babysitting or becoming a recurring nanny.
Lilliana can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lilliana has been an amazing addition to our family this past winter. She keeps open lines of communication with us and has been very easy to work with despite our irregular professional schedules. Our children (3 and 5 yrs old) have established a fantastic...
Caroline C.
Mourin E.
Woodbridge, VA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi parents! I am a mother of 3 girls. I mostly stay at home during weekdays (Monday-Friday) and working on weekends. From mother to mother, I would like to help to temporary baby sit. I could help to watch your little one while you are at work. I live in Lakeridge area, it will be a flat rate of $70/day for about 8 hours. Let me...
Mourin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"She is very reliable, trustworthy and motivated,"
Kadija J.
Tajera B.
Alexandria, VA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Tajera!
I've been babysitting since I was 14 and I absolutely adore children!! Being that I'm the oldest of 5 kids, with the youngest being 8 yrs old now, I have experience with all ages and my two dogs would agree that I'm also an experienced pet sitter!!
I love to bake, cheerlead, and lift weights, all...
Tajera can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I first asked Tajera to babysit my brother because neither me or my parents could. Since then, she has babysat for him on numerous occasions. Tajera is reliable and works very well with kids of all ages, my little brother absolutely loves her and gets so excited...
Shan A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mariam and I am 29 years old. I have received a MEd in Curriculum and instruction for Early Childhood Education for Diverse learners. I received my BA in Integrative Studies with a concentration in Elementary Ed in George Mason University. I am currently a 3rd grade teacher for Fairfax county public schools....
Mariam can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Mariam is responsible, organized and trustworthy. She is currently pursuing a master's degree in Early Childhood Education and her passion for teaching and working with children is admirable. I highly recommend Mariam as a nanny!"
Natalie L.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Kelly. I am 27 years old and I have been babysitting during 5 years. I started babysitting around my 17th birthday with my nephew and some neighbors kids, but the real full time experience I start having was the past 5 years. I am a psychologist and part of my practice was with elementary school kids, while studying in...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
5.0
"Kelly has been my babysitter for close to a year. I have a 4 year old and a 10 months old and I’m always impressed with the amount of patience she has, specially with my toddler. She does a great job coming up with activities to keep the kids entertained, cooks for...
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
During my time in college, I was asked by a professor who was a member of my church to babysit his two little girls (eventually became three girls plus the family's mischievous Golden Retriever). I babysat for them and many other families in my college town.
While attending graduate school in Texas, I was employed by a nanny...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have used Hannah for the past year for our son since he was about 8/9 months old. At first she was a date night sitter and then this past spring she became our part time nanny while schools were shutdown due to COVID. She is punctual, timely in responding to...
Amanda T.
Erin L.
Woodbridge, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available On Weekends, CPR And First Aid Certified, Experienced With Infants
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
currently attend Liberty University as a graduate student in Education. I will start as a 4th grade teacher at the beginning of 2025 so, I am willing to help with summer learning activities. I have years of experience nannying for families with multiple kids of different ages. I have references, if need be. I am a little kid at...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Erin was great with my one year old. She was so energetic, upbeat and loved playing with her. Erin is someone I call whenever I need a date night or a quick babysitter. "
Stephan S.
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Lorton, VA
Caitlin M.
5.0
Caitlin was and still is to this day our best babysitter! She always put so much time and attention to our girls! She knew all the the milestones our 8 month old at the time needed to reach and would work on her crawling and tummy time. Caitlin became a part of our family because she treated my...
- Care member
Brenda Z.
5.0
Brenda was very quick to respond about a job we posted. Was also able to meet for an interview at a last minutes notice. Daughter was excited and will absolutely be using her in the future. Highly recommendable based off interview! Looking forward to seeing her soon.
- Nick M.
Leydi R.
5.0
My girls love Leydi. She was great helping with school drop-offs and very hands on with my toddler. Will be hiring her again!
- Jennifer W.
Sheida P.
5.0
Sheida watched our 1yo while we were visiting town for an event. She was so sweet, calm (despite his separation crying!), and was very attentive to our wishes and instructions. Would recommend her!
- Emilie S.
Serenna S.
5.0
Serenna watched our 9 month old so we could enjoy date night and not once did I worry about him! she is very friendly and our son seemed to love her! We will definitely be hiring her again!
- Kaitlyn R.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Lorton, VA
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Lorton, VA?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Lorton, VA, you can search through 2 weekend nanny profiles to learn more about their hourly rates and to check out reviews from families who worked with them in the past.
How much does it cost to hire a weekend nanny near me in Lorton, VA?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Lorton, VA depends on a few factors. To start, it will cost much more to hire a nanny for a whole weekend than to hire one for a few hours, so it can be helpful to plan your budget around how much care you need for a weekend—especially if you want them to spend the night. Rates can vary due to factors like their years of experience and where you live, but typically weekend nanny rates near you are $25.00 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Lorton, VA?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Lorton, VA, about their availability to make sure they can work the hours you need. Then, it’s a good idea to ask about their experience and how they would handle certain situations—such as resolving a fight between siblings. It can also be a good idea to ask them if they have any references you can contact.
What types of responsibilities do weekend nannies near me in Lorton, VA take on?
When you hire a nanny on weekends, you can ask them to tackle a variety of different responsibilities. Alongside taking care of your children, they may be willing to help with cooking or light housework (like doing the kids’ laundry). Asking what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on is another great topic to bring up in an interview. You can review 2 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Lorton, VA to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Lorton, VA?
All weekend nannies near you in Lorton, VA found on Care.com are asked to complete a CareCheck, which is an annual background check. Their profile will have a badge on it that states if they completed this background check and when they completed it. However, we strongly advise you take your own steps to safely hire a weekend nanny, such as doing your own independent background check and requesting references from other families they worked with.