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Sheryl M.
Altavista, VA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a Certified Personal Care Aide also I private sit directly with families. I assist elderly and disabled in their homes with personal care, meal preparation, meds, laundry, and light housekeeping. I also worked with adults and children with autism. I love to be able to help people and take care of them. I took care of my mom...
Sheryl can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Zoey T.
Altavista, VA
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating children. With nine years of experience, including caring for children with special needs, I've learned that every child is unique and deserves a safe, nurturing environment to thrive.
My strength lies in my ability to balance patience, creativity,...
My husband and I have 4 grown children whom are ages 19, 21, 22, and 25 as well as one grandson and three "bonus" in-law "kids"! I homeschooled all of my children. My faith is most important to me. I have been a CNA for 27 years. My CNA experience is mostly hospital related but I've also worked in in a nursing home. I've been in...
Bambi can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hello, My name is Sarah! I am 22 years old, and I'm currently a part-time employee at a local bakery. I have lots of experience watching my younger sister, and other children of all age ranges. I love playing with and taking care of children. As well as helping around the house with whatever is needed. I also love dogs and cats,...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kenzie ! I have years of experience with all ages! Feel free to message with with any needs:)
5.0
"Kenzie helped us out while on vacation in AMI. She watched our 4 kids while we were on vacation when we wanted an adult afternoon out. She even supervised all 4 kids around the pool and at the beach. She arrived on time, and was attentive to their needs. The kids...
Stacy S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of four grown children. I have years of experience working with all ages and special needs.
5.0
"Miss Eileen has been a blessing to our family and my 2 children just adore her. She works with my son with Down syndrome and she is wonderful with him and he lights up every time she comes over. She brings a basket of 'goodies' for my 2.5 year old daughter and she...
Angela F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Olivia. I graduated from Liberty University in 2023 with a degree in Business and Real Estate. In addition to my career as a real estate agent in Mechanicsburg, I am excited to share that I am getting married on August 10th! I specialize in infant care and am seeking a part-time nannying position beginning in January...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Olivia is very, very polite; she can be silly and playful with our daughter. Furthermore, Olivia showed our daughter a neat Arts & Crafts activity. The one time that she did have to cancel an appointment, she notified us immediately & was apologetic about it. - We...
Jean R.
Katelyn M.
Lynchburg, VA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter! Bachelor Of Science In Global Studies, Culturally Competent, And Love Kids!
5.0
(1)
Experienced nanny since 2017 looking for weekend and evening jobs as I go through graduate school. Not available during summer months in Lynchburg. During the school year,
I am usually available Friday, Saturday, and after 2 p.m. on Sundays. I am creative, energetic, and like incorporating crafts and educational activities into...
Katelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Katelyn is excellent. She is polite, respectful, and is very attentive to doing the details of a job correctly. She goes above and beyond to do a good job. I highly recommend her."
Rosemary L.
Madison W.
Lynchburg, VA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madison. I'm currently a 2nd year graduate student at Liberty University in the Master of Arts in Teaching: Elementary Education program. I have been babysitting off and on for the last 13 years and work well with children ranging from infancy to 10 years old. I also have experience teaching Pre-K (3-5 years...
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Madison was with my family for about 6 months and was great with my daughter. She was patient and kind and always on time. I would recommend her to any family!"
Katie F.
Grace H.
Lynchburg, VA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! I have been babysitting since I was 12 for large families. I am also patient, loving, artistic, and try to make and retain the peace while also keeping everything as fun as possible (even chores!) I'm excited to work with you and your family! I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Grace to be our nanny for the week and I couldn't be more grateful that she did! She was incredible with my two toddlers, she kept up with mealtimes, nap times, learning and even potty training! She didn't use the TV, but instead filled their time with...
Jeni K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I graduated college with a bachelors degree in ASL, and currently work full time, but I am available during the summer and for date night/weekends. I have watched several families and have completed a variety of tasks. Some engaging activities that I enjoy doing with children include: coming up with fun games and activities,...
Lindsey can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lindsey is the best babysitter we have ever had! She is incredibly responsible and I fully trusted her to transport my three-year-old to and from preschool on several occasions, which I have never done with anyone else before or since! She is so kind and helpful....
Jennifer F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a nanny with 2+ years of experience, and have 4+ years of experience as a child and infant care provider. I have been employed by both professional corporations, and private employers. I am looking to find more clients to nanny or babysit for. I have always had a love for spending time with and caring for...
Holly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Holly is a punctual, helpful, caring, friendly employee. Couldn't be happier with her performance! She did a great job."
Suzanne S.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Favour! I graduated in December with a Pre-law degree from Liberty University. I have a lot of experience working with children, serving both individual families and also through the Dream Center Academy in Gastonia North Carolina where I served as a curriculum advisor for two summers. I was a collegiate soccer...
Favour can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Favour was an absolute pleasure to have. She was always hands on with all our children and made each day fun. She handled our infant's separation anxiety like a pro. "
Lydia S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I can help with pets and children of all ages. I have a car and don't mind taking children places or helping with task outside of the house. I am also fluent in Spanish and English. I am loving, caring, flexible and open- minded.
Abigail can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Abigail was very punctual! She was very nice to my son. They played learning games and enjoyed each other's company. I would definitely hire her again!"
Brittany W.
Lauren R.
Lynchburg, VA
$13-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lauren and I'm a college student at Liberty University. My major is Exercise Science, and I'm working to become a physical therapist. Over the past two summers, I've worked as a camp counselor at Lake Ann Camp where I was responsible for campers ages 9-19. I'm an experienced sitter, have my CPR/First Aid...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had such a great time with Lauren - she spent time with kids and at the house before school to get them up/fed/on bus and after school cleaned up/fed/rested. So kind and warm. Kids loved her - even my grouchy tween! My little cried after she left because she...
Katie P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Jordyn, and I am 21-year-old senior in college majoring in Biomedical Sciences - a field I am deeply passionate about. Being an eldest daughter, I have grown up surrounded by younger siblings and cousins, which has naturally nurtured my love for caregiving. I am an excellent multitasker and a go-getter,...
Jordyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Jordyn watched our two kids while we were visiting from out of town. This was a tough situation as she had never met us or the kids and had to watch them at our hotel room, allowing us to go out to dinner. She was able to quickly connect with both kids, even...
Laura N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience. I have been a counselor at several camps. And I have been a babysitter since 13. I have also volunteered in nurseries. I am a Family and child development major at Liberty University. I also used to be a nursing student and have done hours of clinical. So I have some medical experience. I am great...
Michelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Michelle is wonderful! She is reliable and very flexible. Total natural when it comes to working with littles and was amazing with both our infant and 3 year old. Our 3 year old warmed up easily and was always excited to see her (which is rare as she is super shy)....
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Took 2/27/16 the Red Cross Advanced Child Care Training w/Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED. I worked in a church nursery 21 years caring for toddlers. I also have 4 children of my own, living out of town, with 8 grandchildren so far and another on the way. The maximum number of children I have babysat for while parents were out of...
Gayle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gayle has watched our children numerous times- some while we have gone out of town. She once scheduled an entire train day where she took our kids on a train ride, bought them a train set to play with at home, and read train books all day! The next day was a...
Kristin K.
Madison F.
Lynchburg, VA
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I have loved working with children since I was a young girl. I have more than 6 years of experience as a caregiver and I have also been a tutor for a variety of ages for about 4 years now. I love spending time outdoors, creative avenues, and other activities! I am responsible, dependable, & trustworthy. I look forward...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison is very fun, reliable, and great with all ages of children. She was the first non family member to watch my baby and gave me a detailed list (without even being asked) of how the day went. I am a teacher and psychologist and picky with childcare. I most...
Kari L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
"Cheerfulness keeps up a kind of daylight in the mind, and fills it with a steady and perpetual serenity. " - Joseph Addison
I am a Christian who loves people and pets. I have never smoked, drank alcohol, or used drugs. Having raised and home-schooled five children of my own, I have a lot of patience, experience, and strength....
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were very thankful to have Kathryn as our after school sitter for our autistic daughter. Our daughter would have extremely rough days at school but would calm and truly enjoy her afternoons with Kathryn. We were very sad to lose her when once school ended"
Keanna W.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Altavista, VA
Kenzie F.
5.0
Kenzie helped us while on vacation with our 3 yo son. She was flexible and dependable. She was able to get our kiddo to bed one-time and settled his fears that mom and dad were gone. would hire again.
- Rachel A.
Eileen S.
5.0
Miss Eileen has been a blessing to our family and my 2 children just adore her. She works with my son with Down syndrome and she is wonderful with him and he lights up every time she comes over. She brings a basket of 'goodies' for my 2.5 year old daughter and she gets so excited to see what...
- Angela F.
Olivia C.
5.0
Olivia is very, very polite; she can be silly and playful with our daughter. Furthermore, Olivia showed our daughter a neat Arts & Crafts activity. The one time that she did have to cancel an appointment, she notified us immediately & was apologetic about it. - We would definitely hire her again!
- Jean R.
Katelyn M.
5.0
Katelyn is excellent. She is polite, respectful, and is very attentive to doing the details of a job correctly. She goes above and beyond to do a good job. I highly recommend her.
- Rosemary L.
Madison W.
5.0
Madison was with my family for about 6 months and was great with my daughter. She was patient and kind and always on time. I would recommend her to any family!
- Katie F.
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How much do babysitters charge in Altavista, VA?
The average rate for Altavista, VA babysitters on Care.com is $17.50 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 Altavista, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Altavista, 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.