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Find babysitters in Arlington, VA that you’ll love
428 babysitters are listed in Arlington, VA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Arlington, VA
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced Nanny of 10+ years! AVAILABLE NOW!!! I have my own transportation and am comfortable with dogs as well.
My name is Mary and I'm a 29-year-old professional. I am currently living in Arlington VA! I am looking for a family to help care for weekly.
I graduated with a Bachelor in Science from Shepherd University...
Mary can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary is prompt, highly responsible, communicative and kind. She’s been tremendously helpful to our family! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey :)
Its really nice E-meeting you! I am here because I want to be your go-to babysitter! My name is Inochi , a 4th-year medical student with a passion for childcare. My medical training ensures your little ones are safe, while I create a fun and nurturing environment for them to learn and grow. Whether it's playtime,...
5.0
"Inochi has such a natural caretaker instinct. We reached out to her for a one-time commitment and she was extremely responsive and responsible. We now frequently reach out to her for anything!"
Maria F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as patient, fun, empathetic
I like working with kids because I learn so much from them! I love understanding the world through a child's point of view. I also love helping them work through problems and feelings, it is incredibly rewarding to me!
I'm looking for a job that allows for flexibility. I...
Caitlyn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Caitlyn is wonderful!! She is so attentive, reliable, and kind! It's really hard finding someone to trust with your little one, but Caitlyn puts all my worries to rest. I've been using her periodically for two years now. She follows directions and is great with...
Angelica M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a CPR certified non-smoking, professional who loves to babysit on weekends/evenings. I am certified in Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED. Because I work during the day, I'm not available for full-time
care, but If you're looking for a sitter who could become a regular date night sitter, I'd love to help! I've worked for three...
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Molly was punctual. She was very attentive to the need of the kiddos. I would definitely hire Molly again in the future."
Vanessa H.
5.0
(1)
Located in Arlington, Va. I am a first grade teacher with certifications in Orton Gillingham Phonics as well as AVMR mathematics. Through my different certifications I am able to provide targeted interventions to children of all ages but especially those in elementary school. I have experience working with individuals with...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I hired Sarah to babysit for my daughters this summer and they absolutely loved her. She has a wonderful approach to kids and my girls loved spending time with her. Sarah led many fun and creative activities for them and entertained all of their play ideas. The...
Nasim F.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am 30 years old and worked full time as a Sales Manager for the last 7. 5 years in insurance. I have full time availability at least for the next few months, if not longer. I will always have part time availability.
I have babysat for a ton of families over the years and spent a summer living in Cape Cod working at a nanny...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Kelsey was very professional during our conversations through care.com, and even recommended someone that could fill in for the days that she could not if she were hired. We were not able to hire her because of her school schedule and our needs, but she would be a...
Amy C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Meron. I am 23 years old and have been on Care. com for over 7 years! I love children and animals, and would love to care for either. I have sufficient experience caring for children ages 1 and up, animals, and tutoring students as well. As for a little about me, I am a very responsible, compassionate, patient,...
Meron can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Meron provided after school care for our 8 year old daughter. This included homework help, preparing a snack and making sure our daughter had fun. Not only is Meron a wonderful care giver but she is a scholar and a lovely person who my daughter looked up to! "
Dolores B.
5.0
(2)
I am interested in being a nanny or babysitter. I am a happy and upbeat person. A child's imagination, innocence, and playful energy give my day meaning. I am intrinsically motivated by providing services that require compassion, encouragement, empathy, and nurturing. Hence, I dedicated the majority of my professional experience...
Danitza can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I observed Danitza numerous times when she was working as a kindergarten teacher and was always impressed how well she was able to relate to the kids and kept their attention with her imaginative and creative ways of interacting with them. She demonstrated this in...
Jan N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families. With over 4 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a nurturing approach to childcare. My background includes working with infants, toddlers, and school-aged children, ensuring their safety, well-being, and development. I am also an excellent driver, providing...
5.0
"To whom it may concern;
I’ve known Maria P. for approximately one year. We were looking for a babysitter for our daughter Maya and a teacher of one of the local daycares in DC recommended MarĂa P. to us.
Maria has been a blessing to our family. She takes very good...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently enrolled in a second degree Nursing program. I have worked with children in varying positions for over the past 10 years. After completing my first degree at East Carolina University I worked with the US Peace Corps in Africa as a global health agent. The intense hands on experience of administering immunizations,...
Anna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Anna is an incredible babysitter and a lovely person. Our boys still ask after her. She is warm and fun and very responsible. She took initiative and really made things easier for me. The boys never complained when we went out if Anna was sitting."
Julia J.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Nanny looking for a job
FULL TIME:
DAYS AND HOURS: M-F
AGE: 34
LOCATION:Arlington
AGES YOU HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH: Infant through early teens
RATE: 20+
AVAILABLE TO START ON: Anytime
HAS A DRIVERS LICENSE? Yes
HAS A CAR? Yes
Hello! My name is Fatima . I am a professional nanny with 10years of experience working with...
Fatima Zahra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's really good with kids and knows how to manage a household. Super helpful and I have no complaints!! Fatima is amazing and I'm so grateful to have found her on here."
Sanaa K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Emily and I currently work 40 hours a week. My hours are 630am-(330-430pm). Sometimes it just depends on the day, but I am never there past 430 p.m. I have both a bachelors and master degree and also played both field hockey and lacrosse in college. In my free time I spend time with my dog, hanging with friends,...
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Looking for a fun and reliable Babysitter? Search no further as I highly recommend Emily! I know that your children will love her as much as mine have and you will never be disappointed in her services! Her natural love for children and responsible attitude will...
Nicholas B.
5.0
(2)
With over 15 years of experience in professional caregiving, including being food handler certified, I'm here to provide top-notch care for your little ones. From newborns to bigger kids, I've got you covered!
For newborns, I'm proficient in all aspects of care, from feeding to soothing and establishing routines. With toddlers,...
Fatima can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Finding the perfect nanny for your little ones can be a daunting task, but look no further than Fatima. From the moment she stepped into our home, her professionalism and genuine care for our children were evident. Fatima's warm and nurturing personality made our...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm a very genuine, kind, patient, responsible, and reliable person who loves kids and loves to see them achieve their highest potential.
I have 10+ years experience in childcare. I've worked as a camp counselor and tutor for children 5-18. I graduated George Washington University with a Masters in speech language pathology....
Breanna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Breanna is an amazing young woman and caregiver. She was quite dependable in managing the various summer activities for our three boys. She communicated well with changes in their schedules and was adaptable in all situations. I only wish she could work for us year...
Raquel P.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alexis (Lexi) and I am a graduated student from ODU now living in Arlington, VA. While in my undergrad, I received a double Bachelors in Psychology and Criminal Justice. Now that I am Post - Grad, I am working in Cybersecurity. I have 10+ years of experience in child care which includes teaching (Pre-K),...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Alexis did really well with my two little girls. She was on time and very dependable when I needed a sitter last minute. "
Katie S.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am looking for an after school babysitting job. I am currently a full-time teacher in Fairfax County. This is my 6th year teaching! I have taught grades 1-3, special education and general education. I have had several babysitting jobs since I moved to Arlington in 2012. My responsibilities have included picking children up...
Bari can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My girls loved Bari when she watched them for 2 days last month. She played lots of fun games with them and fun crafts. The girls can't wait until she babysits for us again."
Susannah M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a graduated from Rutgers University, New Brunswick in May 2018. I graduated with a bachelors degree in Public Health, and a completion of my minor in Spanish. In 2020 I graduated with my BSN and work as a registered nurse in the DMV area. I BLS/CPR), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified.
I have over 7...
Shannel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Shannel is great with my 5 month old and 2 year old. She was able to do light house keeping, and keep the children occupied as I work at home. My 2 year old love her fun meals.
She's very attentive, always on time, if she isn't sure about something she asks me....
Janet B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking for date nights and weekends.
I have 9 years of experience taking care of children in the United States. I love to work with children because it's really rewarding to see them learning and developing as they grow. There are so many things you can do with children, such as going out for a walk, go to playgrounds,...
Natalia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Natalia or as we fondly call her, Nati, is hands down the best thing that has happen to our family since the birth of my son. Nati has worked for us for over 1.5 years since my son was 12 weeks old to now (he is 22 months). Nati saved me when my husband was...
Samantha E.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of grown children and also a grandmother. Since moving away for my husband's job, I have plenty of time on my hands to share in playtime, cuddles and care. I remember how hard it was to find trustworthy, patient, fun and safe help for the kids when we suddenly had an opportunity for a night out. It was stressful and I...
Judith can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Judith is very obviously a natural with children. My daughter warmed up to her immediately and had so much fun with her. I couldn’t recommend her more!"
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Mirela. I am an experienced nanny with infants and toddlers in the DC and Arlington VA area. In my country, I have worked for 22 years as a pediatric doctor. I have taken care of many children of different ages and I've always loved it. If you choose me to be your nanny, I'll do my best to keep your child happy...
Mirela can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mirela was fantastic and did a wonderful job caring for our son."
Brent F.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Arlington, VA
Mary G.
5.0
Mary is prompt, highly responsible, communicative and kind. She’s been tremendously helpful to our family!
- Care member
Inochi G.
5.0
Inochi has such a natural caretaker instinct. We reached out to her for a one-time commitment and she was extremely responsive and responsible. We now frequently reach out to her for anything!
- Maria F.
Caitlyn N.
5.0
Caitlyn is wonderful!! She is so attentive, reliable, and kind! It's really hard finding someone to trust with your little one, but Caitlyn puts all my worries to rest. I've been using her periodically for two years now. She follows directions and is great with keeping my little girl happy! By far...
- Angelica M.
Molly G.
5.0
Molly was punctual. She was very attentive to the need of the kiddos. I would definitely hire Molly again in the future.
- Vanessa H.
Sarah S.
5.0
I hired Sarah to babysit for my daughters this summer and they absolutely loved her. She has a wonderful approach to kids and my girls loved spending time with her. Sarah led many fun and creative activities for them and entertained all of their play ideas. The girls had an absolute blast and I felt...
- Nasim F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Arlington, VA:
How can I find a Arlington babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Arlington, 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 428 babysitters in Arlington, 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 Arlington, VA?
The average rate for Arlington, VA babysitters on Care.com is $20.78 per hour as of April 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 Arlington, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Arlington, 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 Arlington, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Arlington, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 324 reviews of the 428 listed babysitters.