Find After School Babysitters in Alexandria, VA
At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked after school babysitters in Alexandria, VA and hire the best fit for your family.
Find after school babysitters in Alexandria, VA that you’ll love
189 after school babysitters are listed in Alexandria, VA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Alexandria, VA
I've always had a passion when it comes to caring for & helping others, which led me to pursue a career as a childcare provider. With hands-on experience in helping children through coaching and having 2 younger siblings I have gained the skills and knowledge necessary to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment...
Morgan S.
Alexandria, VA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've been a childcare provider for the past 5 years, and I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn and explore. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing educational games and activities with children. I'm also very...
Tatiana L.
Alexandria, VA
$19-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Dedicated Nanny With Natural Ability To Connect With Kids And Make Them Feel Comfortable.
I'd describe my personality as caring, fun and professional
I like working with kids because they are full of curiosity and energy, and every day id a new opportunity to inspire and learn from them. I love how working with kids allows me me to make a positive impact on their development and growth, helping them build confidence...
Lucy R.
Alexandria, VA
$22-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello!
I am a recent college graduate who has been doing childcare since high school. I've lived in Alexandria my whole life and do theatre work part time. I am very energetic, creative, and organized. I'm here to help, so let's get in touch!
Lucy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Maria A.
Alexandria, VA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello families! My name is Alejandra and I'm pursuing my masters degree in D. C. I love spending time with my family and friends, visiting museums, studying in coffee shops, and trying out new restaurants.
I genuinely love working with children. I've always had a natural connection with kids, and I'm known for being caring,...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Brianna Z.
Alexandria, VA
$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've worked with kids of all ages, from tiny toddlers to teens, in preschools, after-school programs, and everything in between. I've also had the chance to work with kids with special needs, and I love finding ways to make sure every child feels supported and included.
Whether it's keeping little ones entertained, helping with...
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Aylin D.
Alexandria, VA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Aylin and I have worked as a babysitter/nanny since highschool. I majored in psychology at NC State University and then worked as a 6th grade teacher in New York for a year after graduation. After my year in NY I worked as a preschool teacher working primarily with 1 to 3-year-olds. I am now studying education...
Aylin can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, everyone calls me Eni. I would describe my personality as patient, caring, dependable.
I like working with kids because I'm fascinated by young minds. I love engaging with them answering their questions and just seeing their varying personalities and character traits. I love the opportunity to be part of their growing...
Eniiyinola can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Eni was prompt and pleasant and she was very sweet with our baby. "
Care member
Hi! My name is Isabella, I am 19 and play volleyball out in Southern California at University of Redlands. I have previously had experience babysitting kids in my neighborhood. I am home for the summer and am looking to babysit or nanny.
Kelley F.
Alexandria, VA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher And Child Care Center Director Available For Weekend Babysitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My work with children started with my much younger siblings and then included neighborhood babysitting all through my teen years. I got a degree in psychology and education (a combined major). I taught preschool for 6 years and kindergarten for three years (all the while babysitting) before moving to a back-up child care center...
Kelley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I believe the children are our are future! Kids need to be told on a daily basis how awesome they are so that one day when they grow up and enter the real world - tthey have heard it enough - they believe it themselves!
I am a creative, energetic outgoing 31-year-old who loves working with children. I have been working with...
Renessa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Renessa is a fun and loving young girl. My kids love her."
Graca S.
Katie C.
Alexandria, VA
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.6
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone my name is Katie and I'm looking to find a part time babysitting job. A little about me I was born and raised in Virginia. I am bilingual speak English and Spanish fluently. I grew up around kids my whole life due to that I have a big family with lots of nieces and nephews. I am a mom to a 4-year-old and almost...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Katie to help me after the birth of my second child. We were about to move to Atlanta and my husband had to fly down to Georgia a month prior to us moving and start work so I was home with our two babies under the age of 2. I was exhausted and stressed and...
Lee M.
I'm an experienced childcare provider with two decades of nurturing and caring for children. My passion for fostering their growth and development has led me to this fulfilling career. I'm patient, calm, and creative, which allows me to engage children in imaginative play and educational activities. Effective communication with...
Belinda can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Isidra R.
Alexandria, VA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, My name is Isidra . I am a mother of 2 children, have years of experience with children, and in a preschool environment. I have 7 years of experience nannying, I have experience with driving vans to transport. I can handle multiple kids at a time with my experience in after school care handling 10-15 kids at a time. I am...
Marjorie A.
Alexandria, VA
$22-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
My name is Marjorie. I have 7 years of experience nanny/babysitter with kids of all ages, from 2 months to 13 years old, and I also have experience with special needs kids.
I really enjoy taking care of children and I would love to be part of your children rearing and development.
A few things about me: tidy, dynamic, and...
Marjorie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Marjorie is very dependable and responsible. She loves take care of children and it's a good dog walker too. Very creative for kids activities and excellent driver. I would like to recommend Marjorie to anybody !"
Karol F.
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring and flexible.
I like working with kids because you can have fun everyday. They are the best with their innocence and pure heart. You teach and learn at the same time, everyday is different.
I'm looking for a job that I can have a good relationship between the kids and parents....
I am loving, creative, passionate about arts & crafts and music, an outgoing person with strong morals and values. I speak fluently french. I came from a large family. I am a mother of 2 children, 1 year and 10 years old and I have a lot of experiences with children. If I was asked to describe in one sentence, the reason I have...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello all! I am Karri. I have been a sitter for about 5 years. I have been in childcare since college. I volunteered at the day care near my college to help out with meal prep, nap time, new norms, activities and homework. I find it personally satisfying to help the future of our world. I've tutored many kids and helped with...
Karri can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 1 year of experience on-and-off with providing childcare. I can provide you and your child(ren) with light housekeeping, cooking, craft activities, and more!
Leila can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Raquel C.
Alexandria, VA
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Raquel, and I have recently moved to Virginia after having grown up in Maryland. I am a recent graduate from University of Maryland, College Park and will be working as Speech Language Pathologist Assistant in the school system this fall. I have been babysitting/nannying for almost 8 years and have experience with...
Raquel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We have used Raquel as our dog sitter and walker for the past year and she’s the best! She’s very caring and willing to keep up with even the highest energy pups."
Care member
Showing 21 - 40 of 189
Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Alexandria, VA
Eniiyinola O.
5.0
Eni was prompt and pleasant and she was very sweet with our baby.
- Care member
Renessa D.
5.0
Renessa is absolutely wonderful with children. She is kind, loving, nurturing, and so much fun. Her approach to child care compliments our parenting style very well.
We have a deep trust of Renessa with our kids, and this is no easy feat to accomplish - we went years without letting anyone...
- Brittany P.
Katie C.
5.0
Very happy with her. She has helped us many times with our 3 year old. Will hire her again
- William N.
Marjorie A.
5.0
Marjorie is very dependable and responsible. She loves take care of children and it's a good dog walker too. Very creative for kids activities and excellent driver. I would like to recommend Marjorie to anybody !
- Karol F.
Raquel C.
5.0
We have used Raquel as our dog sitter and walker for the past year and she’s the best! She’s very caring and willing to keep up with even the highest energy pups.
- Care member
Additional After School Babysitter Services
After School Babysitter Articles
Easy jokes for kids of all ages
March 21st, 2025 Most kids are little clowns by nature, but learning how to tell a good joke is a skill that they will need help mastering. While your comedic chops may not r... Read more
6 qualities to help any daycare teacher shine
February 20th, 2019 I remember clearly the first time I dropped off my first child at daycare. I was so scared to leave him and worried he wouldn’t get the TLC he got at h... Read more
101 indoor games for kids and other activities
March 21st, 2025 When bad weather keeps kids (and their grown-ups) inside, boredom can quickly set in — but staying indoors doesn’t have to mean missing out on fu... Read more
What is nonbinary gender identity? How to explain to kids (and conscious adults)
March 21st, 2025 Gender diversity has always existed throughout cultures around the world, but in recent years, it’s become a more prominent topic of conversation in ou... Read more
The 3 baby food stages: What foods and when
March 21st, 2025 Making the leap from breast milk or formula to solids and then eventually to table food is an exciting time. But it’s also a little confusing because t... Read more
FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Alexandria, VA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Alexandria, VA?
You can review 189 after school babysitter profiles near you in Alexandria, VA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Alexandria, VA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Alexandria, VA is $20.26. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Alexandria, VA?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Alexandria, VA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Alexandria, VA to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Alexandria, VA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Alexandria, VA?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Alexandria, VA.
Ratings for Alexandria, VA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
After School Babysitters in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 112 reviews of the 189 listed after school babysitters.