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My name is Holly. I am 20 years old and I have been working with children for about 7 years now. I am the oldest of two girls, so I have always helped out taking care of them, but I started babysitting when I was about 13 years old. I have babysat from newborns to teenagers. I have also worked at many little girls basketball...
Holly can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Abigail L.
Lynchburg, VA
$14/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I have worked the last three years as a montessori teacher, and have two years of babysitting experience prior to teaching. I enjoy cooking, crafts, and exploring nature! My hours are flexible and I'm happy to help with running errands and pickup. I grew up on a farm so I'm used to having animals around, I love pets!
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a high school English teacher. I am looking to fill my free time in the summer with babysitting and would occasionally be willing to work on the weekends during the school year. I am an energetic, organized, and caring person who loves working with children. I would be up for tutoring or babysitting kids and I have worked...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a graduate student looking for a full time nanny job. I have cared for children my entire life. My first babysitting job was when I was 11. I have watched newborns and 18-year-olds. I also have experience with children with special needs. My most recent full time job was working in residential foster care being a caretaker...
Kassandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Elizabeth and I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. Coming from a family of 6 girls, being a second mom was something I always loved. I have been babysitting and nannying since the age of 12, so I have experience with all ages, full-time nannying, special needs care, and part-time babysitting as...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I first started as a nanny at the age of 15 for two young children. It became a joy and a challenge. It also developed in me a deep love for children. I continued nannying through college for three older children who were great fun, but also needed lots of love and wells of trust. I then moved across the country after getting...
Sharon can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Jessica S.
Lynchburg, VA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Jess!
I hold a Virginia teaching license and have over 10 years of experience teaching young children around the world to read, write, and speak English. I've taught in public schools and alternative schools including Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and homeschool. My educational background is in psychology and counseling...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a newly married energetic track runner at Liberty University with lots of experience babysitting and with church children's ministries. I also spent two summer lifeguarding so I have training and experience in first aid, CPR, and safety. I am willing to babysit or simply help clean and take care of children during home work...
Calli can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hellooo! With 5 years of experience, I have worked for many unique and wonderful families. In many of these families, I have cared for children with allergies, ADHD, medical conditions and behavioral issues. Something I am skilled at is entertaining children with limited screen time. I also have experience supervising kids while...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Kara S.
Lynchburg, VA
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Kara and I'm originally from Colorado but I moved to Virginia to attend Liberty University. I just graduated this past spring with a degree in Strategic Communication! I currently have a part time job in my field which I am loving but the hours are super flexibility! I really enjoyed my last child care...
I've worked with children K-12. I have some experience babysitting.
Charlene can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Megan D.
Lynchburg, VA
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi families! I'm Megan, an undergraduate student at Liberty University studying Psychology to become a Child Life Specialist! I love kids and have had childcare jobs for 8 years now! I am CPR and first aid certified, have reliable transportation and a clean driving record, and can provide references on request. I look forward to...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as energetic and hardworking.
I don't just like working with children, I thoroughly enjoy helping children learn and watch them succeed. My sister has 4 children and being with them spiked my interest to pursue the childcare field.
I not only have experience with various ages but want to be a part...
I was a full time nanny for two children, ages 5 and 7 during the summer of 2018. I was a part time nanny for one child, age 4 during the summer of 2017. I volunteered with children from ages 2-5 from February 2014-June 2015, caring for and spending time with about 10 children every Sunday morning. I strive to consistently set a...
Kristen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Mariama H.
Lynchburg, VA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am one of seven (soon to be eight) siblings and am the third oldest child. I've grown up around kids my entire life and have practically learned how to be a mom through these experiences. Some say that it is mind blowing that I love to be around children so frequently since I have so many at home; however, I can confidently...
Hello, my name's Sarah and I am a sophomore at JMU! I have over 3 years of experience in babysitting and look forward to more! I had amazing babysitters when I was growing up who inspired me to ensue babysitting. I value my time spent with children and enjoy the excitement that comes from it. I can help with Crafts, Errands, and...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
I have 6 years of experience. I have worked with children ranging from 8 months to 14 years old. I have experience helping with carpooling, dropping them off for practices, light housekeeping, crafts, making their meals, and caring for a household pet.
Kacy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Hadley, I just graduated from Roanoke College and am starting my masters at Liberty in Education (with an endorsement in special education). I have babysat for years; I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision (I was a college swimmer) and Carpooling.
Disclaimer: I am a summer swim coach so my...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Lacie M.
Lynchburg, VA
$19-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with over 6 years of experience who loves working with children of all ages. My goal is to create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for each child. I'm also BLS certified in first aid and CPR for all ages and work as a healthcare CNA of all ages.
I have a patient, calm,...
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Hello! I'm recently graduated with a bachelor' in Psychology. I am loving, energetic, and have a passion for helping families and children. I am the youngest of 5 kids and my mother owned a daycare growing up, so inherently I have always loved children and have worked and volunteered for kid-friendly atmospheres. I worked...
Rebekah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Altavista, VA:
How can I find a Altavista babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Altavista, 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 2 babysitters in Altavista, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 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.