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After school babysitters in The Plains, VA
Allison P.
Warrenton, VA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Mindful Mother Looking To Care For Children Aged 1-5 In The Prince William/ Fauquier Area.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because they are the light in all of our lives. I find much satisfaction helping children grow into creative, confident and independent people.
I started working with kids at early age, frequently babysitting relatives and family friends.
In my spare time, I like to spend raise my beautiful baby boy....
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Cassidy G.
Warrenton, VA
$12-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there! Childcare is what i'm truly passionate about. I have 4-5 years paid experience and worked as a teacher's assistant for a preschool. I have babysat for family, neighbors and friends. I look forward to talking to you!
Cassidy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Caroline B.
Broad Run, VA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Caroline , I'm 23 years old, and I have 8 years experience babysitting and working with children! In high school I babysat my neighbors' kids as well as assisted with dance classes at my dance studio! While at Radford University I taught children's dance classes as well as worked as a summer camp counselor...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Lillian C.
Warrenton, VA
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
HI ! my name is Lilly, I am the oldest child of five. With 12 years of babysitting experience I am very confident with catering for children of all ages. I currently nanny for three boys ages 2, 8 and 10. I have been working with this family for two years. In light of C19 I know some family's are in need of extra help. I have...
Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Kara M.
Gainesville, VA
$25-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
Hi families,
Im Kara, I've been a nanny for the last 15 years. The first family I worked for,
the kids were a sweet 18 month boy, 3-year-old girl and a 6-year-old girl. I worked for the family for 8 years. I'm blessed to still have a relationship with the family to this day.
The second family, I'm currently working for are...
I'm a motivated college student at Virginia Tech studying public health. I truly love to help people, especially to the people I've helped. I have volunteered at numerous places, such as local elementary school events, at Heritage Farm Museum (as a summer camp counselor and volunteering for their Kids Night). I have over 200...
Kyle S.
Gainesville, VA
$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have several years of experience with children of a wide variety of ages. My mom was a Foster Parent when we lived in Chesapeake, Virginia and I spent a lot of time helping her care for foster children with as many as 6 kids at a time. We adopted one foster child who has special needs such as Autism, NAS (Neonatal abstinence...
Kyle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Marissa B.
Aldie, VA
$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a caregiver with 5 years of experience, and I'm passionate about providing a nurturing and supportive environment for children. I'm drawn to childcare because of my positive babysitting experiences, and I'm motivated to make a difference in children's lives.
I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I'm also very...
Ocean M.
Marshall, VA
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hey! I am fresh out of high school and have been interested in taking care of children since I was in middle school. I have been looking into going to my local community college to receive my CDA to be able to get more job opportunities with children. I come from a large family i'm the youngest of 5 and have 12 nieces and...
I am a mature, loving mother and grandmother with loads of experience working with children and seniors. I have a clean background. I can watch infants up to teenagers. I would love to hear from you
Katherin can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maya and I recently moved back to NOVA after spending the last two years working with the Denver Broncos in CO. I began my childcare journey as a mother's helper when I was 12 years old, before I could actually babysit on my own. When I was 15, I began working as a Kids Club Counselor at Sport & Health Gym. In the...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Maya is wonderful. She's punctual and professional. She comes to the job with energy and has a genuine interest in the children. She doesn't just sit back and let's the kids play-she plays with them. We've loved having her work with us."
Katie Q.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Emily. I am a 3rd year 7th grade Life Science Teacher. I've been babysitting/nannying since high school and all through college. I love sports, cooking, and playing board games. I am dependable, hardworking, flexible, patient, loving, and energetic. I can do some light cleaning and prepare simple meals for the kids as...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Emily! She is
professional, responsible and always quick to respond. Our girls felt very comfortable in her care."
Lori G.
Danielle J.
Herndon, VA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a first grade teacher working in McLean. I have about 8 years experience with children in a school setting, but I also have two younger brothers that I looked after while I was growing up (the youngest being 20 now!) I love finding new ways for children to learn and have fun! I am a compassionate, patient,...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle is a caring, positive, gentle person who is so talented with young ones! Her passion for caring and positivity shines through and our boys love her!"
Paula D.
Traci J.
Ashburn, VA
$30-47/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Teacher With Over 15 Years Of Childcare Experience
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have a FULL-TIME (9-6) JOB but am interested in doing some childcare in the evenings/overnight (after 6:30) or weekends.
I have been baby-sitting since I was 12 years old. I have a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from the University of South Carolina. I taught third grade for three years, with special needs...
Traci can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Traci was great, she took great care of our 20m/o boy & made us feel very comfortable. She was very flexible also!
I would hire her again in a heartbeat!"
Julie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a lot of family including little cousins that I would watch over a long period of time. At my high school im in a class where we teach preschooler 3 and 4-year-olds always doing fun little brain activities for them.
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Emma is taking care of my 3 & 5 year old, she is sweet and patient with them - fun, energetic, engaging, and genuinely interested in all they have to tell her and show her. They love her to pieces and every time she leaves they make sure they know exactly when she...
Lydia P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, right now I'm a PreK teacher.
I graduated HS in 2013 with a CNA license from FRCC, since then I have a certificate in Early Childhood Ed. I'm currently in school to become an ASL interpreter, with a minor in early childhood ed. And taking an online 200hr Yoga Teacher Training course.
I love to make forts, go on bike...
Cassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Cassandra has been watching my son for about 5 months now and has been absolutely incredible!! She has always been completely at ease with my son and her passion for children is more obvious than a flashing neon sign. She has been with us through some changes like...
Brittany E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been watching after kids since high school when I first started babysitting. I have two younger siblings ages 14 and 18. I am comfortable with pets as I grew up with two German shepherd and have a cat named W. I love children and plan to attend nursing school and work with children in the future:) I just graduated from...
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hannah has been so great to work with! I have a 5 yo and twin 3 yo and they absolutely love her đź’–"
Care member
4.3
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Bailey, I'm 21 years old and just recently a cosmetology graduate in Provo, UT. I am passionate about fitness and sports, living a healthy lifestyle, and being active outside. Cooking & preparing meals have been a huge part of my life for the past 2 years, I love creating meals that are healthy and delicious! I have...
Bailey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bailey is in incredibly kind and helpful. I would hire her again. "
Bobbi B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of a 5-year-old daughter. Working on trying for #2. I am 37 years old educated and responsible. I also have a background in social services and a degree in psychology with 32 credits towards a MPH degree.
Liana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Liana is great with our 9 month old! She is punctual, attentive, and very sweet with our baby. Our baby has been teething and generally fussy with Liana and she handles it with ease and is very caring. I would definitely recommend her! "
Care member
5.0
(18)
Hired by 41 families in your neighborhood
I babysat starting at 12, have done 2 years of daycare. Nanny for a year & nannied for the next year for 3 different families each 1 day a week. Continued to nanny till my son turned 1. Have had 2 yr old twins, did nanny share, they were 5 months apart. Also had a 15month girl when my son was born & her brother (3 months to the...
Elise can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very helpful and knowledgeable. Great with our 1yo. Friendly and talkative. We're grateful she was available on short notice. Will definitely consider hiring Elise again."
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in The Plains, VA
Maya B.
5.0
Maya did a fantastic job with our girls! She was a great communicator and punctual and our girls loved her!
- Katey T.
Emily S.
5.0
Our 2 girls who are 1.5 and 5 love Miss Emily! She's our favorite sitter and we trust her so much! The girls always have so much fun with her and are active/engaged during their time together.
- Demi L.
Danielle J.
5.0
Danielle was responsive and even reached out to connect with us before our date. She was an instant hit with our children, and us, AND our pets! Such a lovely personality. It gave us peace of mind and relief to know we found a competent, prompt, reliable person with whom we can occasionally leave...
- Robert D.
Traci J.
5.0
Traci was punctual, reliable, and very attentive to my children. They had plenty of fun with her without using any devices, which was a big plus for me. I would hire her again.
- Ruth O.
Emma R.
5.0
Emma is taking care of my 3 & 5 year old, she is sweet and patient with them - fun, energetic, engaging, and genuinely interested in all they have to tell her and show her. They love her to pieces and every time she leaves they make sure they know exactly when she will be back. She shows up on...
- Lydia P.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in The Plains, VA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in The Plains, VA?
You can review 3 after school babysitter profiles near you in The Plains, 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 The Plains, VA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in The Plains, VA is $21.67. 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 The Plains, 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 The Plains, VA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in The Plains, 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 The Plains, VA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in The Plains, 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 The Plains, VA.