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Find babysitters in Blacksburg, VA that you’ll love
79 babysitters are listed in Blacksburg, VA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Blacksburg, VA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of experience with babysitting children. I'm currently a graduate student at Virginia Tech. I am happy to help around the house as well as with the children's schoolwork! I am also CPR certified. I will provide appropriate, engaging care to your children.
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rebecca was great with my twin girls. I would definitely hire her again."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Maryn! I'm a junior in college at VT studying environmental economics and policy. I have 4+ years of experience as an early education teaching assistant, daycare worker, and babysitter. Along with watching and engaging kids, I can also help with carpooling, housekeeping, etc. I can provide a copy of my resume...
Maryn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Maryn went above and beyond for us, coming over and meeting our daughter before our first visit, and takes excellent care of her. When our daughter got unexpectedly sick Maryn stepped up and handled the situation professionally and capably. I cannot recommend her...
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Adelaide W.
Blacksburg, VA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey y'all! My name is Adelaide and I am from Nelson Co, VA! I am going into my junior year studying studio art and adaptive brain and behavior at VT! I'll be 20 in August 2024.
I love working as a babysitter for children of all ages! Most of my experience is from ages 0-6, but I feel comfortable with them all!
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Addy nannied for our 9-12 month old daughter this summer and was wonderful! She was always prompt and willing to be flexible with changing schedules. She is a calming presence and receptive to detailed requests. The perfect caregiver! Anyone would be lucky to have...
Erika G.
Gracie W.
Blacksburg, VA
$13-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been a babysitter for children where I am from before college. I can help with homework or just make sure the children have a good time! I am CPR and First Aid certified because safety is very important! I would be willing to do light house work! I am a nonsmoker and enjoy pets as well!
Gracie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was a joy! Always on time, very respectful and kind. My kids loved her and also learned from her too!"
Casey M.
5.0
(1)
Hi there!! My name is Madelyn, I am a student at Virginia Tech looking for babysitting/nanny positions. I have years of experience working as both a nanny and babysitter as well as a summer preschool teacher! I have up to date CPR + AED and Safesitter certifications, I have a safe and reliable car and a clean driving record...
Madelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Erika! I am a Blacksburg native who loves caring for little ones!
I am not currently looking to take on many regular hours as I am working several part-time positions. Potentially open to considering a few hours midday T/Th depending on my availability.
I have been working with infants (my sweet spot!) & children...
Erika can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Erika has been the most incredible nanny to our one-year-old! In addition to being one of the most professional people we've ever worked with, she brings so much joy and excitement to her everyday interactions with our child. Our daughter was so happy to see her...
Meryl M.
Preeya A.
Blacksburg, VA
$14-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Babysitter Or Your Kid's Favorite New Friend? Why Not Both:)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been caring for the children in my family and our circle of friends since I was a child myself, and have plenty of experience with children of all ages. I love interacting with them, helping them learn and build necessary skills, and having fun with them in their formative years! I recently moved away from family, so I'm...
Preeya can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
I have babysat for multiple families, typically with 2-3 children anywhere from ages 1-14. I can prepare food, help with homework, put children down for naps, read to and play with children.
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind, outgoing, and genuine.
I've always loved working with kids. I like the adventures, excitement it brings, and enjoy their enthusiasm for life and play.
I grew up babysitting my younger brothers, and started paid babysitting other children when I was 11.
I have babysat/nannied for eight...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I am Maggie and a rising senior at Virginia Tech. I have 4 years of experience watching children! In high school, I taught gymnastics to a variety of ages. While there I learned ways to interact with the kids and properly get them to engage in activity. I can help with whatever you may need, whether that is travel, grocery...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Hello! I am a senior at Virginia Tech. I am open to both recurring and one-time gigs. I have a ton of experience caring for kids from ages 0-14. My schedule is flexible and I am more than willing to accommodate in any way I can!
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
I have many years of experience with babysitting children between the ages of 11 months to teens. I have 3 younger brothers and sisters. I have been Red Cross Certified to babysit. I also have pet care experience. I have two dogs at my permanent residence in North Carolina. I have also worked with cats, rodents, snakes, fish,...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I believe that children learn best through play that is fun, spontaneous, hands-on, and challenging. As a summer babysitter, I will be involved, engaged, and definitely outside - I can't wait to learn alongside your child(ren)!
I have two years of early childhood education coursework and am on track to earn my CDA. I worked at...
Ellen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hello!! I am a college grad who is available to babysit all summer and into the fall. I have been babysitting for almost 7 years. I have experience working closely with children with special needs, infants, and toddlers.
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Hi there! My name is Julia and I'm 24 years old. I would describe myself as a patient, responsible, and compassionate part-time babysitter. I love to have fun with the kids as well!
My main experiences working with children are being a children's birthday party leader at a gymnastics center (working with ages 2-14) and...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
12+ years of experience caring for children ages 0-18!
I'm CPR/BLS certified and originally trained by the American Red Cross babysitting course.
I've been a full-time summer nanny, after school nanny, over-night live in nanny, and a single evening babysitter.
I'm willing to accommodate whatever childcare needs you may have....
Elisabeth can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lekha S.
Blacksburg, VA
$14-19/hr • 5 yrs exp
Virginia Tech Student Looking For Babysitting/ Nanny Jobs!
I have over 5 years of childcare experience with all ages! I can also help with any housekeeping, meal prep, carpool, laundry, cooking, etc..
Lekha can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I'm a childcare provider with eight years of experience in caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with children stems from my previous babysitting roles and my genuine desire to make a positive impact on their lives.
I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly, and I believe in open communication with parents...
I've been a dedicated childcare provider for over seven years. My passion for caring for children stems from my own positive experiences as a babysitter and my desire to make a positive impact on their lives. I'm creative and imaginative, and I love finding new ways to engage children and make learning fun.
As a childcare...
Clare P.
Blacksburg, VA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for caring for children and helping them thrive. Motivated by my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, I decided to pursue a career as a childcare provider. With three years of experience under my belt, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Blacksburg, VA
Rebecca R.
5.0
Rebecca was great with my twin girls. I would definitely hire her again.
- Care member
Maryn T.
5.0
Maryn went above and beyond for us, coming over and meeting our daughter before our first visit, and takes excellent care of her. When our daughter got unexpectedly sick Maryn stepped up and handled the situation professionally and capably. I cannot recommend her highly enough.
- Care member
Adelaide W.
5.0
Addy nannied for our 9-12 month old daughter this summer and was wonderful! She was always prompt and willing to be flexible with changing schedules. She is a calming presence and receptive to detailed requests. The perfect caregiver! Anyone would be lucky to have her help.
- Erika G.
Gracie W.
5.0
She was a joy! Always on time, very respectful and kind. My kids loved her and also learned from her too!
- Casey M.
Erika R.
5.0
Erika has been the most incredible nanny to our one-year-old! In addition to being one of the most professional people we've ever worked with, she brings so much joy and excitement to her everyday interactions with our child. Our daughter was so happy to see her every day, and she worked with us...
- Meryl M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Blacksburg, VA:
How can I find a Blacksburg babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Blacksburg, 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 79 babysitters in Blacksburg, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Blacksburg, VA?
The average rate for Blacksburg, VA babysitters on Care.com is $15.84 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 Blacksburg, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Blacksburg, 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 Blacksburg, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Blacksburg, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 79 listed babysitters.