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466 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
Susan S.
Alexandria, VA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Friendly Babysitter Offering Flexible Hours And Short Notice Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Susan. I'm 30 years old and am a GMU graduate (Biology). I truly love helping people, hope to make the world a better place, and hope to earn a Masters of Physician Assistant Studies (PA) degree in the next few years. I have over 6 years of experience taking care of children aged 4-11. In the past, I have prepared...
Susan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have experience teaching preschool for children with disabilities and teaching medically fragile children in both school and homebound settings and have worked with many children who are nonverbal and/or physically disabled. Additionally, I advise parents on how to manage kids' unique behavior and communication challenges and...
Abbey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have reopen my profile because I' ready to pick up some more hours. I absolutely love seeing children grow, explore and learn and I would be trilled to make a positive impact in your family's life! With over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I find each stage exciting and enjoy being as creative as...
Tatiana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Gracie and I am an experienced Nanny in Alexandria, VA. I recently moved here from Bethesda, MD where I nannied full-time in Rockville. Before that, I nannied for a Baltimore-based babysitting app for about 3 years and worked with over 50 families. I currently work full-time in DC and am hoping to build a...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
I have 1 year of experience on-and-off with providing childcare. I can provide you and your child(ren) with light housekeeping, cooking, craft activities, and more!
Leila can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a school psychologist intern looking to help busy and fun families in the area. I have 4 years of experience working with children of different ages and needs. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, and taking your children wherever they need to be.
Samone can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I was a babysitter for 3 years when I was a teenager. Now I am a caregiver with two other patients and just looking for some extra work.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Gaby and I am a current junior in college looking for a part-time babysitting job. 5 years ago I began volunteering with my church and babysitting kids during Sunday service, this led me to work as a summer camp counselor and I have adored kids ever since! I'm looking for a short term job while I am on winter...
Gabriela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hello everyone! I have been a Babysitter/Nanny for 6 years, working with over 15 different families. I have cared for children ranging from ages 6 weeks to 13 years old. I'm certainly not your average Babysitter. I am currently a sophomore at the University of Delaware where I am studying Elementary Education with a...
Ayanna can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
I am currently a Registered Nurse at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, and received both doses of my coronavirus vaccine as of January 7. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old, a camp counselor for 3 years, and am comfortable with all ages and larger groups. I love kids and have no problem keeping up with...
Eileen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Ode Marie Louise K.
Alexandria, VA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Bilingual Babysitter (English & French) | Experienced Mom With Tech Skills
Hello! My name is Ode, and I'm a bilingual (French and English) babysitter with a passion for nurturing and guiding children. Having raised three wonderful kids of my own, I bring hands-on parenting experience and a deep understanding of creating a loving, structured environment.
I'm skilled at helping establish and maintain...
Ode Marie Louise can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Hi! My name is Sarah and I am 20 years old! I am a rising senior at the University of Maryland and experienced in working with kids. I taught kids how to swim in high school and have babysat for many years. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I am very energetic and love to do crafts! I own a car and am willing to drive. I am...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sarah B.
Alexandria, VA
$30-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Babysitter And Part-time Tutor (special Needs Experience)
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sarah-Beth and I love working with children and making them smile. I have years of experience with children of all ages and backgrounds and can't wait to bring my happiness and problem solving skills into homes.
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Nicole, I've been in the DMV area for about 8yrs now. I first came here as an Aupair and have been talking care of kids since. I have plenty of experience, during these years I've had the opportunity to take care of kids all ages from premature newborns to teenagers. I have performed different task like: bottle...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
-Summer camp counselor at Fairfax Academy, in Arlington, VA for the summer of 2015 working with pre-school aged children, as well as this summer
- I have taken a Child Development class for the 2013-2014 school year, as well as being trained to work with pre-school aged children in a classroom environment
-Worked with Trinity...
Kristian can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Hi everyone! My name is Brielle and I am a senior at North Carolina A&T State University. I am CPR certified, first aid certified, and have been babysitting for over 8 years. I have nannied for families with kids ages 1-9, and have babysat up to 3 children at once. I love dogs and have two Pitbulls myself! I attend North...
Brielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I'm Eva! A little bit about me is that I'm a full-time student at Virginia Commonwealth University, but my hometown is Alexandria, VA! I've had about a year of paid experience with children with ages ranging from 12 months-9 years at St. Stephen St. Agnes Lower School. I also have experience babysitting through care. com!...
I love working with children and have had a good amount of exposure both working with children as a nanny, babysitter, and mostly teacher. I worked with ages 18months - 12years old teaching soccer tennis and pre-k learning. I find working with children to be incredible rewarding. Over the last few month before I returned to UVA...
Jaclyn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have over 8 years of paid experience working with children. I started by working as an assistant teacher in a private school during college while also babysitting during the evenings and weekends. Most recently, I was a Kids Academy Supervisor at a gym in the DMV area.
I'd describe my personality as caring, driven, and...
Hello everyone! I am Courtney, a 30-year-old Operations Specialist at a large non-profit working in DC, living in Alexandria. I am a very angelic, nurturing and detail oriented person who loves to read, bake/cook and be creative. I also have a natural curiosity to learn which is infectious to everyone around me who I encourage...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
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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 466 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 $20.30 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 408 reviews of the 466 listed babysitters.