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429 babysitters are listed in Arlington, VA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Arlington, VA
Megan D.
Arlington, VA
$18-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 24-year-old student attending graduate school for mental health counseling at Marymount. Despite what my bio says, I currently reside in Arlington, VA (I can't figure out how to change my location!) I love working with children, and have nannied for various families, working with children ages 1-14 years. I am more than...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
5.0
"My son loved having Megan to watch him. She was always punctual and conscientious of our family's needs. She was courteous, friendly, and a delight to work with. Our schedules changed so was unable to continue to have her watch my son. Otherwise, I would hire her...
Brandon L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Naomi, I am a 28-year-old college graduate and working professional. I work full time as a Clinical Research Supervisor at a hospital. I work directly with patients of all ages, backgrounds and varying levels of functionality and health. I am CPR and first aide certified. I have work experience as a nanny,...
Naomi can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Naomi for date nights and short notice babysitting and so far she has been wonderful! My 5 month old seems to really like her and I feel very comfortable with her. She is a sweet young lady and we were lucky to meet with her. We will be using her as long...
Vallen W.
Cassandra G.
Arlington, VA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Cassandra! A little about myself, I work full time in DC and I coach hockey during the winter season. I have babysat and nannied since I was a teenager. I am available for date night sitting, on the weekends, or a random weeknight while you run errands!
Cassandra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Cassandra is great. She has babysat for us a few times and is always upbeat and positive. The kids love her. So happy to have her nearby!!!"
Anne V.
5.0
(1)
Hi!
My name is Barbara. I'm from Brazil and I'm 29 years old. I am currently doing my MBA and looking for a position. In addition to the position I am looking for, I am also available on weekends and weekdays at night.
I have been working with kids for almost 6. 5 years. I was an Au Pair for 2. 5 years and have worked as a...
Barbara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"I highly recommend Barbara as a babysitter. She has been an exceptional caregiver to my children! Her dedication to their well-being and engaging activities have made a positive impact on their lives! I can't recommend her more"
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Mary F.
Arlington, VA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Mary and I am an alumna of the University of Florida. I graduated May 2020 with my Bachelors in Psychology and Criminology. I moved to the DMV shortly after to pursue my Masters at American University. I have recently graduated with my Masters and looking to babysit part-time after my full time job or on weekends.
I...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I temporarily hired Mary to take care of my 3 month old baby girl while i had to recover after having surgery. Mary is very caring, trustworthy, and always goes the extra mile to help! Now that I'm healed I no longer need a babysitter, but if I were to need one I...
Chrissy V.
Julia W.
Arlington, VA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am Julia! I recently graduated Penn State University with a majoring in marketing. I just moved to Arlington, VA for my full time tech job. However, I am looking to pick up babysitting jobs after work hours and weekends!
I have babysat since I was 12 years old and I have experience with kids of all ages (as early as 4...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia was great, we ended up hiring her twice in one week. She arrived right on time and did a great job with our two young kids. Would definitely recommend her"
Ryan C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always had a passion for helping children learn and grow. Drawing from my experience as a dedicated babysitter, I find joy in supporting families and providing reliable childcare solutions. Combining my calm and friendly nature with my graduate degree, I have three years of experience caring for children aged one to 11,...
5.0
"Exceptional care and outstanding attention to detail. Juliana was always on time and was patient and careful with our daughter. She also brings great and peaceful energy. Lastly, she is also a great problem solver. I knew that not only was our daughter in great...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
***Please note that I am fully Covid vaccinated.
Hi! Are you looking for help with school pickups, and/or general care and help throughout the day? I might be just the person for you. I'm happy to provide you with references and I have a clean driving record. I've been babysitting since I was a teenager and have many years of...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Rebecca was an outstanding childcare provider who also at times helped us with some of our errands throughout the week. She was always on time and dependable. If our schedule could match her availability, we would've hired her again in a heartbeat."
Ali K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am kindergarten teacher back in my country. I do believe in taking care of a child as my own. I can do house keeping jobs related to kids when they are napping. Currently I am taking care of 11months baby. Taking about my experience, I have taken care of 7months baby until he was 19months and 14months toddler until 21months....
Juny can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Juny came and babysat for my two young boys. She was punctual, kind, and attentive to their needs. My boys were safe and had a fun time playing with her all day. I will definitely call Juny again in the future to take care of my little ones."
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Maria V.
Arlington, VA
$24-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over 15 years of experience taking care of newborns, and toddlers in the DMV area. I've taken child care courses, as well as CPR. I have letters of recommendation available upon request.
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Maria is truly a super nanny! Extremely knowledgeable and provides expert professional care, yet she is also loving and nurturing. She has provided care for my son for 18 months since he was 7 weeks old, guiding him (and his first time parents) through all the...
Lauren L.
Claudia R.
Arlington, VA
$25-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello, I have experience with newborns to 6 years old. I am a mom of 2 children. I focus my attention 100% on the child I am watching. I am mindful of each individual child' s needs and take instructions from parents and also make suggestions to the parents when I feel it may be helpful. I strive to create a caring, loving and...
Claudia can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Claudia is amazing! I can't rave enough about her. She has been God sent to my family and I. Although she took care of my daughter for several years she is continues to be part of our family. I call her "Mary Poppins". She is incredible with kids and has a...
Joanna V.
Zenash G.
Arlington, VA
$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Zenash, and I am an experienced and dependable nanny with over 10 years of experience taking care of children of all ages and I'm especially experienced in providing care for infants and toddlers. I am a certified CPR provider and I'm well-versed in keeping kids safe and providing nutritious diet so that children...
Zenash can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Zenash is possibly the most caring, compassionate and generous human I have ever met. I feel so lucky to have found her as a consistent and reliable option for care for my children. "
Care member
Ingrid I.
Arlington, VA
$40-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Expert Baby Sleep-Consultant And Professional Relationship Psychologist
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of kids for over 25 years, have raised five kids of my own and am excellent with newborns and infants. My philosophy is that children should be stimulated, whether it's outdoors in parks, or indoors through books, games, art and music, because their brains are developing and growing every day. The younger...
Ingrid can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"I cannot speak highly enough of Ingrid's credentials and skills as a caregiver. She's one of the most incredible people I've ever met and is highly skilled as a nanny, with an ability to work with a diverse array of families. She's provided my kids (4yrs and 2...
Sarah V.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Paula , I'm 27 years old and I live in Arlington (22206).
I am a responsible, caring, lovely, patient and reliable person.
For my experience: I was an Au Pair for two years with two fantastic families
I still having a very good relationship and I can share them as references. Also, I have done a lot of baby sitting in...
Paula can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Paula was on time, super sweet and helpful with my group of kiddos! We will definitely be hiring her again!"
Micah S.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families, my name is Mafe! I'm a Spanish speaker, originally from Colombia. I have worked with kids for around 10 years, I have experienced with all ages and in my home country I worked as a teacher assistant in a kindergarten and middle school. My most recent jobs have been with toddlers, schoolers, and teenagers. I am an...
Mafe can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mafe was nanny to our 4 children for about 6 months and was absolutely amazing (we begged her to move with us). She's very good with children of different ages, engaging them and talking with them all the time. She's extremely respectful, professional, punctual and...
Erin W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children of all ages since high school. While attending high school I took two years of early childhood education and worked as a student teacher in an elementary school in Arlington county. I am now attending college to become a special needs teacher. I deeply enjoy teaching and helping children learn...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I cannot recommend Kaitlyn highly enough. We hired Kaitlyn to watch our 5 month old (at the time) and she's been working with us for several months now. Kaitlyn is absolutely amazing with our little one by meeting her needs, being interactive and a great teacher....
Katia D.
Claudia Q.
Arlington, VA
$25-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, meal preparation, I have been working with newborn, infants, toddlers any age.
I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow. I like to play with them, reading books, painting , early developments, teaching them spanish, outdoor...
Claudia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is awesome caregiver works with my family for 6 years my kiddos love her and miss her I totally recommended Claudia she is great with kids and great working with her "
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Hello! I'm an experienced babysitter, and a freshman in college studying nursing. I'm excited to help care for your little ones! With several years of hands-on experience, I've had the pleasure of caring for children from 8 months to 12 years old. I've worked with kids through my church and family, giving me a well-rounded...
Kala can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hello, My name is Ana and I am 23 years of age and attending Northern Virginia Community College. I absolutely love working with children, no matter what the age. I have lots of experience with working with children, especially because I come from a large, extended family. I am studying pediatric nursing right now and school. I...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Grace and I am a 2023 Emory University grad looking to work with some DC area families before beginning a new job in New York City in June. I have worked as a babysitter and part-time nanny since I was in high school and I am comfortable with pets and a range of age groups. During the pandemic I worked as a...
Grace can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Arlington, VA
Megan D.
5.0
My son loved having Megan to watch him. She was always punctual and conscientious of our family's needs. She was courteous, friendly, and a delight to work with. Our schedules changed so was unable to continue to have her watch my son. Otherwise, I would hire her again!
- Brandon L.
Naomi K.
5.0
We hired Naomi for date nights and short notice babysitting and so far she has been wonderful! My 5 month old seems to really like her and I feel very comfortable with her. She is a sweet young lady and we were lucky to meet with her. We will be using her as long as she is around, she is also very...
- Vallen W.
Cassandra G.
5.0
Cassandra is great. She has babysat for us a few times and is always upbeat and positive. The kids love her. So happy to have her nearby!!!
- Anne V.
Barbara C.
5.0
I highly recommend Barbara as a babysitter. She has been an exceptional caregiver to my children! Her dedication to their well-being and engaging activities have made a positive impact on their lives! I can't recommend her more
- Care member
Mary F.
5.0
Mary is extremely trustworthy and bonded with my boys very quickly (my eldest is 6 years old and youngest is 3). I hired her to drive them to their dentist appointment and spend the afternoon with them while I was at work. She was punctual in picking them up, and afterwards helped my eldest with his...
- Ambar P.
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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 429 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 $20.69 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 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 287 reviews of the 429 listed babysitters.