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444 babysitters are listed in Alexandria, VA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of September 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Alexandria, VA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Catie, I am 32-year-old nanny and former pre-school teacher. Due to an unforeseen global pandemic, I have re-entered the teaching and care-giving field. I have my bachelors in Non-Profit Management and Sociology from Virginia Commonwealth University. I recently relocated back to Richmond to be near family. I am a...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Catie babysat my twin 3 year old girls while my husband and I went to a wedding. She arrived right on time. My girls were a little fussy when we had to leave, but she assured us that soon after we left they calmed down and that they were having fun playing. She...
Amanda M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for 5 years I have experience, 16 hours of training have certificate, CPR. TB test updated, background checked, first aid training. I am very good at taking care of babies. I have worked in a daycare center as lead teacher for 4 years in the baby room.
Dina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Oumaima A.
Alexandria, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays And Weekends
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love spending time with children. I have over 7 years of experience taking care of children of any age. I have my own vehicle for travel and I am looking for a nice wonderful family to work with and take care of their kids. love children and I am willing to work with them, play, and take care of them. Please feel free to...
Oumaima can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text, which was a nice way to keep us updated on our baby's activities. Highly recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always enjoyed working with children and have a lot of experience. I enjoy hands on activities and have no problem with light housework and pets. I have watched young children overnight as well as for shorter periods of time, including date nights. I am currently a 1st grade teacher in County.
Alli can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ali is a wonderful babysitter; all 3 kids love when she comes over. Even our 2 almost 3 year old who usually doesn't do well loves her. We will definitely be using her for as long as we can. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a responsible person."
Jody D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have helped raise my niece and nephew since my niece was 6 years old. My brother would drop them off and I would make sure they ate, did their homework, and got to bed on time. I make sure that I know where my brother is going to be and have his number just in case anything would happen. I have also watched my 4-year-old niece...
Serena can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Serena was very communicative and reliable when we hired her to watch our girls for a date night. Our daughters felt comfortable with Serena, and asked if she could come back to visit soon. We would definitely hire her again in the future!"
Meg M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have tutored, taught, and babysat since I was 12 years old. I'm currently a part-time seminary teacher with a flexible schedule. I have a natural love for creativity and children. Excited to help where I can!
5.0
"Lauren was great with our son and very interactive and playful.
Highly recommended "
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: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah has watched our 2 elementary kids plus another kid since September of 2020. She has been absolutely amazing with the 3 kids during a very difficult year due to COVID. She actively engages and plays with them. I can't begin to express how awesome she has been...
Amy G.
Janys B.
Alexandria, VA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I am an experienced babysitter taking care of children (ages 0-15) here in the Maryland and Virginia area.
I have total dedication and experience in the daily care of children. Flexible and adaptable, with creative thinking and easy to solve problems independently.
I also characterize myself as a person of integrity, proactive,...
Janys can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Janys took care of my son and she was fantastic. Janys is very reliable, punctual and an excellent person. As a caregiver, Janys is hands-on with activities that will help your child develop intellectually and socially, she is great at indoor and outdoor...
Jose R.
5.0
(1)
Hi everyone!
My name is Lydia, I've been working with kids from 5mo to 11yo since 2018, and I have had work as an Au pair for 3 years + 1 year as a nanny for a 10 -24 months.
I enjoy everything from mealtime to playtime. I'm responsible, reliable, hardworking and I'm always positive. I'm creative and I have a lot experience...
Lydia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We absolutely love Lydia and we would highly recommend her to any family looking for a trustworthy and reliable nanny. She started watching our daughter when she was six months and cared and loved her like her own. Lydia is very organized and took our daughter to...
Fanny L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
. I'm originally from Brazil and have been living in the US for the past six years, working full-time as a nanny. I have extensive experience caring for children as young as 3 months and older. Over the years, I've gained valuable skills in areas such as speech delay therapy, potty training, and I'm also a strong swimmer. I'm...
Fernanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"I highly recommend Fernanda! She is extremely reliable and on time and always has a positive attitude! She is great with kids, following their interests and teaching them along the way. She really takes the time to connect with each child."
Samantha C.
Thayna O.
Alexandria, VA
$24/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.7
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Nanny with an long experience looking for a full or part time job. I'll aways give my best to make sure your kids learn and grow in a fun and safe environment. I'm super funny and friendly I feel like I can connect and create a friendship with kids easily.
Thayna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"On time, professional, shows experience with small things re my daughter, very observant, excellent communication "
Care member
Alexis G.
Alexandria, VA
$25-37/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alexis! I recently graduated from SUNY Fredonia with my B. A. in criminal justice and minors in spanish and sociology. I have always loved working and being around children, and have always been surrounded by them as I am the second oldest of 7! I am certified and finger printed to work in NYS schools. I have...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexis was amazing. We needed to find someone to look after our nephew at our wedding, and she came through. Super friendly, punctual, and easy to work with. Thanks again :)"
Benjamin S.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Marilis. I am from Panama. I have 22 years of experience working with kids (Mix age and special need). I love working with kids, having fun with them, activities for their development. I am easy going, honest, punctual person. I have really good reference.
Spanish-English.
Marilis can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have been using Marilis as an occasional sitter for our boys (5 & 8) for at least two years now and she is wonderful. Like some of her other families, I hesitate to post my rave review for fear that she won't be available as much. But we do love her so I have...
Carissa E.
4.7
(14)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
I'm Nicole, a certified Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula.
Rooted in Early Childhood Developmental Psychology, I've served as an elementary school teacher and caregiver for the last 7 years.
Over the years, I've been blessed to be a part of many families' journeys on care. com, guiding and nurturing...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is a smart young woman, very educated and well trained person, very reliable and truthful.
We never hesitate to count on her for anything"
Oscar C.
Mosammed A.
Alexandria, VA
$27-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
I am an experienced childcare nanny with 12+ years of experience. I work with children all ages and am compassionate about being a nanny and impacting children's lives. I have a Driver's License, Child Development Associates (CDA), First Aid and CPR certification, as well as TDAP vaccination, flu shot and TB tests. I'm fully up...
Mosammed can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is a caring woman. She treats every kid as hers."
Care member
Nagila D.
Alexandria, VA
$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, I am a Brazilian babysitter who have a large experience with child care.
When I lived in Brazil, I worked like nanny taking care a newborn twins until them 16 months. After I took care a sweet boy (8 years old ) for 2 years.
Here in the USA I worked like Au pair, so I lived with a host family and I took care a sibling,...
Nagila can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She's wonderful! Very smart, fun, active and creative person. Very sweet girl"
Juliana G.
4.5
(5)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I took classes in college to obtain a certification to work with young children and also studied social work and psychology. I have been watching children for over 20 years. I started as an assistant camp counselor (for children age 2-14, and went to babysitting families (from ages 4months-15 years old) and worked at a daycare...
Kathryn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Kathryn works very well with children. She keeps them entertained and active by doing fun activities with them. She is a joy to be around and work with."
Kristine A.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hello I am a recent graduate from George Mason University and a substitute teacher for Fairfax County. My experience ranges from daycare, individual baby-sitting, and summer camps. I have 9+ years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry and meal prepping. I am fully vaccinated. I am available for date nights,...
Nyah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great service. Very professional and my kids loved her. Will definitely rehire."
Sasha U.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Maryclaire and I'm in Buffalo for the summer for a clinical internship working with Children with ADHD. I love working with kids and am looking for weeknight or weekend baby sitting opportunities! I love working with kids and on-top of babysitting I have volunteered as a tutor for elementary and middle school students...
Maryclaire can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maryclaire has babysat for us (3 & 5 year old boys) several times and did a really nice job. My sons like her a lot."
Erica A.
Blen K.
Alexandria, VA
$20-32/hr • 3 yrs exp
Blen, Student At James Madison University Friendly And Social
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Im Blen I love looking after kids and have been babysitting for few years. I'm all about making sure kids have fun while they learn and grow. I plan cool activities like arts and crafts, story time, and outdoor play that are safe and enjoyable.
Safety is super important to me, and I'm trained in first aid and CPR. I'm...
Blen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Blen is so great with my kids, they adore her. She provides the necessary detailed attention to care for their needs. She is responsive and keeps me informed. "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Alexandria, VA
Catherine P.
5.0
Catie babysat my twin 3 year old girls while my husband and I went to a wedding. She arrived right on time. My girls were a little fussy when we had to leave, but she assured us that soon after we left they calmed down and that they were having fun playing. She kept me informed of how the girls were...
- Amanda M.
Oumaima A.
5.0
Oumaima helped our family when we needed a nanny on short notice. She was just simply outstanding with our three toddlers. Very punctual and very caring. Most importantly, she brought energy and creativity to play time and even integrated a few cool learning activities alongside safe and...
- Care member
Alli D.
5.0
Ali is a wonderful babysitter; all 3 kids love when she comes over. Even our 2 almost 3 year old who usually doesn't do well loves her. We will definitely be using her for as long as we can. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a responsible person.
- Jody D.
Serena D.
5.0
Serena was very communicative and reliable when we hired her to watch our girls for a date night. Our daughters felt comfortable with Serena, and asked if she could come back to visit soon. We would definitely hire her again in the future!
- Meg M.
Lauren J.
5.0
Lauren was able to take care of both our children at the last minute so that we could attend an evening work event. She communicated clearly and effectively and was very engaging with our children.
- Tristram P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Alexandria, VA:
How can I find a Alexandria babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Alexandria, VA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 444 babysitters in Alexandria, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Alexandria, VA?
The average rate for Alexandria, VA babysitters on Care.com is $19.91 per hour as of September 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Alexandria, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Alexandria, VA through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Alexandria, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 486 reviews of the 444 listed babysitters.