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Maelynn C.
Ararat, VA
$13-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and explore their world.
I believe that every child is unique and deserves a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive. With patience, creativity, and a friendly approach, I strive to create such an environment for the...
Hannah H.
Meadows of Dan, VA
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
My Name Is Hannah! I Am 19 Years Old And Currently A First Year Student
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 21 years old and am currently a full time nanny and college student. I am currently enrolled at Old Dominion University to receive my bachelors degree in Elementary Education.
In Fall 2024, I will be a substitute teacher for Patrick County Public Schools.
I began working with children at 12 years old. I volunteered at...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Jessica M.
Meadows of Dan, VA
$13-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have babysat children from my church and family members' children since I was 13. I am very good with children and can watch children of all ages. I am a college student and need a part time job for this semester.
I have experience working with children who have asthma and need daily breathing treatments or special food...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Karol Ann T.
Claudville, VA
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have an 18-month-old nature loving boy and an 11-year-old daughter. I currently work as a communications specialist for a lab company, as well as the operations manager of a coffee and ice cream shop. I'm exploring leaving my full time job to care for other children (as well as my 18-month-old son) from my home in Brevard....
Karol Ann can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Leslie and I have been working with children for the last 12 years (8 years professionally). I have a bachelors degree in human services with a minor in child studies, and have taken various child development courses throughout the years. As a mama myself, I am a big believer in montessori style learning and...
Leslie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leslie is our Mary Poppins. She has been absolutely incredible with our kids over the last 2 years. She is dependable, flexible and fun! Finding someone you can trust with your kids is hard but then throw a global pandemic in the mix and its incredibly challenging....
Kristin J.
Sherry B.
Mount Airy, NC
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a true passion for helping children learn, grow, and thrive. With 20 years of experience, I've honed my skills in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. I'm comfortable caring for one or two children at a time, ensuring they...
Sherry can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hello, I'm Abigail and I am a graduate student who is looking for a full-time nanny job. I have experience with children ages 0-16 and have babysat up to 5 kids at time. I have babysat for family, friends, professors, and professionally. I have an undergraduate degree in Psychology and have experience working with children in...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children all my life! I love kids of all ages, from babies to preteens. I have experience with all age groups in both daycare and school settings. I am glad to help with homework, household chores, and errands if necessary as well. I take pride in my patience and dedication to making sure each child in my care...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey!! My name is Crystal and I am 24 years old, energetic, loving, and very caring!! I really enjoy watching children and/or taking care of animals. I also like to clean, and I don't mind doing laundry either. I recently decided within the past few days that I'd like to get back into babysitting/nannying/cleaning and hope you'll...
Crystal can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Hi friends!! My name is Isabel, and I am currently going to school at Southern New Hampshire University working on my B. A. in Statistics! I moved to North Carolina about 7 years ago from Seattle, Washington, and I love it here!
I have been babysitting since I was as young as 12 years old, starting out with my brothers and kids...
Isabel can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Rachel H.
Mount Airy, NC
$14-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! I've been teaching K-12 art for the last 4 years, and since moving to Surry County I've decided that I'd like a change of pace, but I'd still like to work with kids! Teaching has given me a lot of experience with a variety of school-aged children, but I've also cared for newborns and toddlers throughout college.
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
My name is Toni and I'm 18. I absolutely love children. I have been babysitting for 6 years, and I have also volunteered with 1st grade classes. I am extremely patient and very caring.
Toni can also help with: Swimming supervision
Camryn P.
Mount Airy, NC
$10-15/hr
I've always had a passion for caring for children. From my early days of babysitting my younger siblings and nephew, I've cherished the opportunity to positively impact young lives. I'm drawn to supporting families and providing a reliable source of childcare. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creative and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ararat, VA:
How can I find a Ararat babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ararat, 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 1 babysitters in Ararat, 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 Ararat, VA?
The average rate for Ararat, VA babysitters on Care.com is $13.00 per hour as of March 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 Ararat, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ararat, 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.