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457 babysitters are listed in Alexandria, VA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Alexandria, VA
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & 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
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm 29 years old and married. I've worked with children of all ages over the past several years. I was a Full-time Nanny from 2014 to 2015 for two wonderful families and absolutely loved my job. I would regularly teach, work in different communities, manage a business, and babysit. I worked with young adults, and...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We are so grateful to Anna for today's support with our child! She's calm, sweet, and my child immediately bonded as soon as she came in the door. We look forward to future opportunities to work together and wish her all the best!!!"
Viviana P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified babysitter by Red Cross. I have 8 years of babysitting experience. I am very active. I enjoy doing crafts, playing games and being outside when the weather permits. I like to limit screen time. I can help with dinner time and bed time routines. I look forward to hearing from you (:
Please note: I can only be...
Gabbie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Gabbie seemed great, she replied very quickly to my message but unfortunately I need someone more local to babysit."
Sarah K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jenny and I am recent graduate with a bachelors and masters in elementary education. I am a fun loving, energetic person who absolutely loves working with kids. My passions include: spending time outdoors, coming up with new and engaging activities for children, and teaching. 5 years ago I started working at a...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jenny is an amazing young lady that became an important part of our family over the year that she watched our 2 girls. I can't say enough great things about her. "
Danielle C.
Adelle P.
Alexandria, VA
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families! I've been babysitting and nannying for 5 years and have experience working at a daycare. My previous daycare job has made me very comfortable caring for various age groups but I find infants my favorite as I have 3 infant nieces and nephews whom I adore. I am CPR certified and learn quickly what each child and...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Adelle is amazing! She is genuinely a sweet and loving young lady! Our kids love her and so do we. Wish she had stayed in Ohio but we understand that life has its calling. As a father I’m protective with who I allow around my children. Me and my wife trusts Adelle...
Care member
Iliana M.
Alexandria, VA
$21-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello there, families!
My name is Iliana, and I live in Alexandria, VA. I spent two and a half years as an Au Pair with a wonderful host family, looking after their three lovely children aged 4, 2, and 3 months old. Additionally, I have four years of experience babysitting for other families, and they're more than willing to...
Iliana can also help with: Grocery shopping
5.0
"Iliana babysat for my almost 4-year old son for a date night and was absolutely wonderful. She showed up on time and immediately engaged him. He gets a little anxious when we leave, especially with someone new, but she was great with him. He was sound asleep when...
Erin M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I currently live in Alexandria I graduated from ASU in May 2019 with my bachelors degree and May 2021 with my masters degree. I have lots of experience with childcare. I have 6 siblings that I helped raised from birth. I worked in a kids club at a gym for about 3 years, we took kids from the age of 2 months to 12 years old....
Phailynn can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Phailynn is very sweet and was able to handle both our 3 year old son and niece. She painted with them, and prepared/served dinner as well. Looking forward to having her back in the near future!"
Dana P.
Kiana S.
Alexandria, VA
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a rising sophomore at the University of South Carolina. I have always enjoyed watching children and started babysitting at 12 yr old and then got my first job at the YMCA of Columbia, where I cared for children ages 7wks-13, at 16 and stayed there until 18. At the Y, I learned to care for babies, 10+ children at once, and...
Kiana can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kiana is awesome! My kids took right to her and love her. "
Andrena C.
Lianna T.
Alexandria, VA
$20-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
Recent College Graduate With Experience With Young Children
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I'm a master's student with a few years of babysitting under my belt. In the past, I have watched up to three children at a time between the ages of 6 months and 13 years old. I look forward to being able to help you with your children - I enjoy playing games, running at the park, completing puzzles, and helping children learn....
Lianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"She was awesome. Took excellent care on my son. Will definitely hire again."
Terri C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Deirdre. I am in my second year of college. Currently, I attend Quincy college as a full-time student. In my free time, I enjoy going for a run, watching my favorite show or spending time with family and friends. I have grown up in the quiet Squantum neighborhood in a family of 10. I have been babysitting my...
Deirdre can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Deirdre is the epitome of "perfect nanny", Right away she bonded with our son and then not only watched him carefully but took an active roll in playing with him in both a fun and educational manner. She has become an indispensable part of our child's early years...
Chad J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rachel. I began babysitting for children aged 7-10 while in high school, and continued to work with kids over the summers throughout high school and college, leading service trips at a local church for both middle and high school students, as well as working as a camp counselor for several years at a day camp...
Maku can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"When your children ask about the babysitter everyday, it means the babysitter did a great job. Maku was really good with my children. She came on time and did what she had to smoothly. I came home to find all the children asleep. She left a positive impact on my...
Marina A.
5.0
(1)
Hello families, I am 42 years old with 10+ years of experience. I'm from El Salvador currently living in Alexandria, VA. I have been babysitting for a little over 10+ years now, I have worked with children of many ages. I love being creative, playful & doing arts & crafts, Etc. I am willing to help out with homework , some light...
Yesenia can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My boys love Yesenia. She worked as a nanny taking care of my two boys for six years. She is very dependable, punctual and above all, loving. Excellent cook too! We missed her jovial and caring personality. When my kids started full day kindergarten I could no...
Lourdes D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a middle school teacher in Alexandria. I grew up watching over my younger cousins since they were born. One of my aunts has 5 children, and that's when I began my babysitting career! . I've always enjoyed taking care of my cousins, and god kids. Once I was in high school, I began babysitting for people who weren't my family....
Alexandria can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Sehrish I.
Alexandria, VA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Sehrish I am a loving mother and alot of experience in childcare. I worked in private daycare. also worked in families. I have worked all ages. I am looking for babysitting job in my own home. I have also 2 year teaching experience in preschool. I have CPR/AED certificate. I have reference. also have master degree...
Sehrish can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lilliana C.
Alexandria, VA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
College Student Looking For A Part-time Job On The Weekends!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lilliana and I am currently a college student at GMU based around the Alexandria/Rose Hill area. I have been nannying/babysitting for one year and have experience with infants, toddlers, and school age kids ranging from 6months - 11 years old. I'm open to occasional babysitting or becoming a recurring nanny.
Lilliana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lilliana has been an amazing addition to our family this past winter. She keeps open lines of communication with us and has been very easy to work with despite our irregular professional schedules. Our children (3 and 5 yrs old) have established a fantastic...
Caroline C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Ashley,
I live in Fairfax county Area and have taught and worked with so many diverse families and children from all walks of live and different ages. During my career as a teacher, I take so much pride in providing a safe, responsive, and nurturing learning environment whether it's a home or inside a...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashley is great! She is such a joy to have. She is very attentive and loving. "
Care member
4.0
(2)
As a certified elementary teacher and licensed School Psychologist, I feel that I bring numerous qualifications to obtaining a role in child care. I am well trained in learning, cognition, and child development. I started my career as a Teach For America Corps member in 2013. Afterwards, I ventured abroad and taught at an...
Meeyoom can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Nelly M.
Alexandria, VA
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello
My name is Nelly. I'm from Colombia. I m 51 years old. I have been working as a nanny for 5 years. I speak Spanish and I m learning English. I have experience with kids of all ages. I not only watch your children and make sure they are safe. I'm lovely person. I love pets . I m a reliable and a very responsible person, as...
Nelly can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Nelly is very responsible,honest,hard Working, she is very loving with Childrens and she is pet friendly "
Manuel M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 8 years of experience taking care of children. I enjoy entertaining kids and being a part of their learning experience. I have taken a few child care classes in the past as well when I assisted my mom with her child care business.
I am also a mom of 2 girls, 3-year-old and 1-year-old. I am currently a stay at home...
Attia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Attia has been absolutely fantastic with my three kids. She is extremely responsible and reliable. In the entire six months she worked for me she never cancelled at the last minute. She has been pleasant to work with and I wish her lots of success in her future...
Varda O.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a Registered Nurse committed to providing exceptional care to families. I have 7+ years of experience caring for children of ages newborn to 10 years. It has been a pleasure working with families in the DC/MD/VA area.
I aim to develop strong relationships with families by remaining transparent, respecting boundaries,...
Nylah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We are so fortunate to have found Nylah! She helped watch our 1.5 yo daughter over the summer while our usual caregiver was gone. I cannot say enough about how wonderful our experiences with Nylah has been. She was incredibly patient with our wild toddler,...
Britton B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Alexandria, VA
Janys B.
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 activities, always following your...
- Jose R.
Anna F.
5.0
Anna came and babysat my daughter a week ago. She was awesome. She was very responsive, punctual, and responsible. She and my kiddo had a great time together. I would definitely hire her again.
- Jessica W.
Gabbie A.
5.0
Gabbie seemed great, she replied very quickly to my message but unfortunately I need someone more local to babysit.
- Sarah K.
Jenny M.
5.0
Jenny is an amazing young lady that became an important part of our family over the year that she watched our 2 girls. I can't say enough great things about her.
- Danielle C.
Adelle P.
5.0
Adelle is amazing! She is genuinely a sweet and loving young lady! Our kids love her and so do we. Wish she had stayed in Ohio but we understand that life has its calling. As a father I’m protective with who I allow around my children. Me and my wife trusts Adelle more than other members in our...
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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 457 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 $20.07 per hour as of December 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 Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 459 reviews of the 457 listed babysitters.