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464 babysitters are listed in Alexandria, VA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Alexandria, VA
Kensi P.
Alexandria, VA
$15-17/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about child care and want to positively impact the lives of children. My three years of experience have provided me with the skills to be patient, calm, creative, imaginative, friendly, and approachable. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and follow the parents' lead. I enjoy playing outdoor sports and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have four younger nephews, who I've taken care of on multiple occasions. I have also consistently taken care of young girls of varying ages, including a full-time nanny job taking care of a 4-year-old girl and a separate full-time nanny job taking care of a 1-year-old girl. Recently, I have worked full-time during the summer...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a mom and have worked as a nanny for several families. I recently cared for a 3-month-old who is now almost 2 and feels like family! I also sit for a 5-month-old and a 1-year-old old in my area. As they transition to full time day care, it leaves my time open to meet a new family. Caring for the little ones is my...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Molly L.
Alexandria, VA
$15-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of childcare experience caring for kids of all ages including two sets of twins under 5. I was an au pair in Paris France until December for two wonderful families and am looking to continue working with kids. I studied culinary arts and nutrition and am happy to cook for your family as well!
Molly can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have experience working as substitute teacher in public school and also have experience in childcare learning center as a lead teacher of 3-year-olds and infant class (0-18 months).
Denise can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I love to work with Children I will give all my love and time to make sure that they are well taking care of. Also I am a Grandmother so I make sure to use all of the experience and knowledge to be able to give the best in the house hold. al I am able to drive so I can pick up and drop of the kids in their school if need it....
Carmen can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Paola V.
Alexandria, VA
$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a passionate and experienced childcare provider with a deep-rooted desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. With four years of experience caring for children of various ages, I'm dedicated to fostering their growth and development in a safe and nurturing environment.
As a patient and friendly individual, I...
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as authentic, patient, and emphatic. I love to understand how to balance the kids wishes with what they need and see their development on their journey.
I'm looking for a job that I can add to the family as a team.
In my spare time, I like to read books and take care of my plants (I'm learning how...
Lohany can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi dear family,
My name is Saray and I would love the opportunity to speak with you to learn about your needs and see if we would be a good fit. I have experience in childcare and am committed to providing a safe, fun, and educational environment for your children.
A little about me:
My name is Saray, and I'm a 26-year-old...
Saray can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She’s very respectful, arrived on time, my kids loved her, highly recommended… "
Care member
Sabrina S.
Alexandria, VA
$24-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello My Name Is Sabrina. Almost 10 Years Of Experience With Kids
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Sabrina I'm 24yo. I'm strong driver (I have my own car), strong swimmer, creative (I love arts and crafts), great experience cooking, pet friendly and I have 10y of experience with kids from 1 month to 15 years old. I would like to talk more with you.
Sabrina can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Sabrina is so sweet and loving! She's an excellent babysitter! My kids love her!"
Aline B.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Hirut and I've been in Alexandria for 10 years. I've worked with nanny agency for 5 years and have worked with children ranging from 4 weeks to 16 years.
I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in Ethiopia. As a mom of 4 kids, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I...
5.0
"Hirut is so caring and very passionate about taking care of elders "
Care member
Nusrat A.
Alexandria, VA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with taking care of children for more than five year. I have also had five of my own children. I enjoy taking care of them and seeing them learn. I enjoy teaching them the right things. I am passionate about what I do because I have had experience with them for such a long time.
Nusrat can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Nusrat is a gem. She has cared for my two children (ages 4 and 1) multiple times and is always on time, organized, and great with the kids. She cared for my daughter when she was still an infant, a few times for full days at a time, and I never had a worry in the...
Addar L.
Najma M.
Alexandria, VA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Young Dynamic Babysitter Looking To Make Extra Money On The Side With Two Years Of Experience
Hi my name is Najma, I have about four years of experience babysitting children from toddlers to school age. I love working with kids, I've worked with kids with autism before and I learned so much about that experience. I like to play and find different activities to do with the kids. I love engaging With children and build...
Najma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced nanny/babysitter with over 10 years in working with four different families. In addition, I have a diploma in Education, as well as both CPR and First Aid certified. I love working with children of all age groups from newborn to teens because they are fun to be with. Watching them grow up gives a feeling of...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there! My name is Jessica and I am a senior at Virginia Tech majoring in Elementary Education. For the past year I have worked for Virginia Tech at the Child Development Center for Learning and Research. I have interned at Elementary schools both here (Blacksburg) and back in my hometown (Alexandria). I am CPR/First Aid...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Abbie and I'm a kind, patient, dependable, and fun babysitter and nanny!
I started working with children 10 years ago as a babysitter. Since then, I have worked as a babysitter and/or nanny to multiple families with 1-3 children, ranging from ages 6 weeks to 13 years old. I spent the past year working as a...
Abbie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have over 5 years of paid experience working with toddlers, elementary school kids as well as middle age schoolers. I love and enjoy working with kids and through the years I have gained quite a lot of experience by working with different families. As a result, I am confident that I can easily adopt and provide specific family...
Rediate can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Paige W.
Alexandria, VA
$10-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
My name is Paige and I am a nursing student and double major in Psychology at the University of Virginia. I have extensive babysitting and nannying experience with children of all ages infant to teen and with mental and physical disabilities, as well as having training in ABA therapy for early childhood autism and being CPR...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Rajaa A.
Alexandria, VA
$19-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a patient, calm, and friendly childcare provider with over six years of experience caring for children of all ages. My journey into childcare began with my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my passion for nurturing young minds and supporting families. I believe in creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Caroline C.
Alexandria, VA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
2.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for quite some time. Ages ranging from newborn to 15 years old. I believe that the children(s) safety and happiness is most important.
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Caroline is amazing! We are so blessed to have her in our family's life. She is amazing with our 3 month old son and has a lot of experience with taking care of children. She is very communicative and flexible with her schedule. I love how she leaves little notes...
Patricia O.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Alexandria, VA
Saray T.
5.0
She’s very respectful, arrived on time, my kids loved her, highly recommended…
- Care member
Sabrina S.
5.0
Sabrina is so sweet and loving! She's an excellent babysitter! My kids love her!
- Aline B.
Hirut G.
5.0
Hirut is so caring and very passionate about taking care of elders
- Care member
Nusrat A.
5.0
Nusrat is a gem. She has cared for my two children (ages 4 and 1) multiple times and is always on time, organized, and great with the kids. She cared for my daughter when she was still an infant, a few times for full days at a time, and I never had a worry in the world. Don't hesitate to hire...
- Addar L.
Caroline C.
5.0
Caroline is amazing! We are so blessed to have her in our family's life. She is amazing with our 3 month old son and has a lot of experience with taking care of children. She is very communicative and flexible with her schedule. I love how she leaves little notes on my feeding and napping chart...
- Patricia O.
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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 464 babysitters in Alexandria, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 $20.27 per hour as of January 2025. 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 2025, 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 Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 411 reviews of the 464 listed babysitters.