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60 after school babysitters are listed in Petersburg, VA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Petersburg, VA
I like working with kids because they bring me joy, I have fun doing arts and crafts and love to be outdoors, engaging with children to be creative.
One thing you should know about me is I love working with children of all ages
My skills include CPR/First Aid, handle multiple children at a time, and pet friendly.
Juliann S.
Chester, VA
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with four years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and offering reliable care for their children. My calm, friendly nature helps create a serene and welcoming environment for kids of various ages.
I believe open communication is key, so I regularly update...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been caring for young children on and off for about 9 years. I am the oldest of 5 children and had a huge hand in helping raise my two youngest brothers growing up. I have been babysitting children ages 3-12 since I was 13.
Kimberlin can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Antoinette W.
Richmond, VA
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am a mother of four grown children. Grandmother to 12. I am a preschool teacher for 4 years. I volunteered at my grandsons elementary school before that for 8 years I stayed on after he went to middle school. I am looking for a family to help with their children. I love children and crafts it is what I do best. My favorite...
Antoinette can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Toni is fantastic with young children! She loves to get down on their level and play and do crafts. She is so caring and kind, and truly cares about children."
Theresa P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had over 100 hours of volunteer experience in Pre-K classroom as well as a first grade classroom. I have also worked as an after school care provider for a 5-year-old as well as two years as a nanny for an infant and toddler. I have a masters degree in education, and have 4 years of experience teaching Latin for 6th -12th...
Virginia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Cleshaundra C.
Richmond, VA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a passionate and experienced childcare provider with a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm motivated by my love of helping children grow, learn, and thrive. I have a creative and imaginative personality, and I enjoy playing games, reading stories, and exploring the outdoors with children.
I have a...
Cleshaundra can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was very loving and caring with my boys. She's always puntual and responsible it was a pleasure having her."
Chelsea C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sara. I am active, and organized nanny. I have always loved caring for others and have been a babysitter/nanny for 10years. I have obtained my CPR, first aid, and Life guarding certifications previously. Making sure your child is having a positive experience each day and making fun memories is just as important in my...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sara was a great babysitter! Our family has a lot going on right now , but she was understanding and flexible. Our toddler had a great time, and we would definitely hire her again."
Jessica D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I am Diana. I have 5 years of experience as a caregiver.
I enjoy helping people and knowing new places.
I am available to work Fridays 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. and weekends.
Please feel free to contact me if you are interested.
Thank you.
Diana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Diana was responsive & eager to engage with our 5 month old baby girl. We hired her right away because we knew she'd be a good fit! We had been planning on enrolling our daughter into daycare at some point soon, just needed help in the intern until a spot opened...
Olivia G.
5.0
(2)
Experienced and reliable Nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children and their families. Have taken care of a set of twins, and autistic children. Adept in providing optimal care to children as young as 4 weeks old. Can handle all age groups of kids. Bringing forth a proven track record of satisfied clients,...
Christabel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Christabel is extremely sensible- she is calm and sets the kids at ease. She thinks on her feet and she is always professional. As an extra she has tidied the kitchen and playroom- she also helps find a sitter when I have a coverage need at the last minute. She is...
Daniel B.
Kariyyah H.
Midlothian, VA
$20-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Intuitive, Compassionate, Loves To Build Strong Bonds , And Loves Nature!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have roughly 5 years in professional care. In addition to me being the oldest of 4 and taking care of my younger siblings since the age of 11. Im currently a full-time student virtually and in-person at night. Im studying to be a Medical Diagnostic Sonographer, in hopes to work in a children's hospital after graduation. In my...
Kariyyah can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We would love to have Kari babysit again. She took great care of our two year old daughter and made us feel comfortable during our outing. Thanks!"
Caitlin K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Anna, and I am looking to assist families in the afternoon and evening. During the day, I work as an Instructional Assistant in an elementary school, at Henrico County Public Schools. I attended Longwood University and obtained a Liberal Studies (teaching) Degree. A goal of mine would be, returning to a...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is so patient and caring; truly wonderful with all children "
Cynthia E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a nurse working full time in long term care. I have two things I'm most passionate about and that's the elderly and children. I have 9 years experience in nursing and 10+ years experience in child care. I love what I do. I'm hard working, dependable, and loving. I look forward to working with you and your family!
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Jazmine has been assisting me for about nine months now. I am paraplegic and need help with incontinence care, bathing, and bedsore prevention. She has been a true blessing to me and my family. She is professional, knowledgeable, caring, and always pleasant to be...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting babies and children since my teen years. I am a young stay at home mom with a 4yo son and a 10yo daughter . I love watching children and feel I have a natural talent for it. I am very interested in early childhood development and education and actively read up on these subjects. I am very familiar with...
Kayleigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
"Kayleigh watched my two daughters while they were out of school for the Summer. She was amazing! She went above and beyond to make sure they had fun, learned, and had activities to do! My daughters loved spending time with her."
Aaron E.
Emily R.
Henrico, VA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Emily. I am happily married and have a baby boy of my own. I am a Christian and have strong family values. I enjoy the outdoors as well. I am a nanny with 8+ years of paid experience with children of all ages, ranging from Newborns-14 yrs old. I am CPR and First Aid certified. In addition, I have a...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily was very observant and great with our daughter. She always ran over to her every morning as she got in. "
Care member
I have been around kids my entire life! In middle school I started babysitting for families with newborns, multiple kids, and kids with special needs. In my high school years I spent my summers as a lifeguard ensuring kids safety while playing in the water. In my college/post college years I have worked as an assistant preschool...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Mary B.
Midlothian, VA
$24/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Mary. I am 21 years old and go to John Tyler Community College. I graduated from Midlothian high school year of 2019. I have lots of experience babysitting/nannying children ages 3 to 16. I have really enjoyed all of my babysitting jobs in the past thus why I would love to continue with a job similar. Almost all of my...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Ally R.
Chesterfield, VA
$13-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Look Forward To Meeting You And Seeing What I Can Do To Make Your Life A Little Bit Easier :)
Hi families! My name is Ally! I am 18 years old and am looking for some babysitting jobs! I have 2 years experience and I would love to watch after your little ones. Let me tell you a little bit about myself. I am about to start physical therapy school and I am currently working in a healthcare environment. I am CPR certified as...
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Dominique M.
Chesterfield, VA
$10-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Dominique. I am a new momma to a sweet 6-week-old baby boy. My husband and I relocated to the Chesterfield area in January of 2019 after growing up in NoVA and spending our college years at Virginia Tech and Radford University. During college, I cared for children between the ages of 10 months and 11 years old. Now,...
Dominique can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Marlayna C.
Chesterfield, VA
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter & Mom Of Three Available For Childcare
Hi, I'm Layna], a dedicated and experienced caregiver with a deep understanding of children's needs. As a mother of three (ages 8-12) and a professional photographer who has spent the last 14 years working with children of all ages, I know how to engage, entertain, and nurture kids in a fun and safe environment.
What I...
Marlayna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 4 kids that I love dearly one who was born blind I have a passion for teaching my kids as well as other kids to reach their goal. Baby sitter available.
Mariah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Petersburg, VA
Antoinette W.
5.0
We are so fortunate to have found Toni! She's been wonderful with the baby and with our 6-year-old. She is absolutely reliable and easy to get along with. I always worry that I'm being "too much," like with the babysitter instructions I left for her, but she is very easy-going and understanding. My...
- Paul P.
Cleshaundra C.
5.0
Cleshaundra was a delight to have as my sitter if I could take her with me I definitely would. She cared for my 3 children like they were her own. She still checks up on them from time to time even though we moved away. My son was having some trouble with potty training and she came up with this...
- Nichole L.
Sara P.
5.0
Sara was a great babysitter! Our family has a lot going on right now , but she was understanding and flexible. Our toddler had a great time, and we would definitely hire her again.
- Jessica D.
Diana R.
5.0
Diana was responsive & eager to engage with our 5 month old baby girl. We hired her right away because we knew she'd be a good fit! We had been planning on enrolling our daughter into daycare at some point soon, just needed help in the intern until a spot opened up. So she was only with us for...
- Olivia G.
Christabel Z.
5.0
She is trustworthy, good with kids of all ages and very patient.
- Doreen M.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Petersburg, VA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Petersburg, VA?
You can review 7 after school babysitter profiles near you in Petersburg, 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 Petersburg, VA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Petersburg, VA is $16.86. 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 Petersburg, 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 Petersburg, VA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Petersburg, 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 Petersburg, VA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Petersburg, VA?
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