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80 babysitters are listed in Blacksburg, VA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Blacksburg, VA
I'd describe my personality as friendly, tolerable, and caring.
I like working with kids because there's a lot that one can learn from them.
I'm looking for a job that respects me and my time and provides a positive environment that I can contribute to
I started working with kids when I was around 14 years old, helping out...
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 5 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care (and have fun!!!) I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. In the past I've been described as an organizer, planner,...
Katarina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have my degree in Elementary Education with concentrations in English and Special Education. I have my license to teach preschool-6th grades. I have experience working in daycare with ages 6 weeks and up. I have 3 years experience working as a special education aide.
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
I have lots of experience working with children with various needs. Throughout college I gained a multitude of experiences working with youth. During the summers I would work at camps with elementary and middle school students. My senior year I worked at an after school program tutoring middle school aged students and also...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Allison T.
Blacksburg, VA
$12/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a graduate student at Virginia Tech getting my PhD in Clinical Psychology. During the summer I will be doing some work related to my degree, but have flexibility in hours and will work with you to come up with a good schedule that fits your needs! My favorite things to do with children are read and play board games.
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Maggie A.
Blacksburg, VA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have always loved working with children. Most recently, I worked as a full-time nanny to a pair of 2-year-old twins (boy and girl), occasionally working overnights. My responsibilities involved helping the children develop their speech and coordination, taking the kids to gymnastics and music class, mealtimes, nap time, and...
Maggie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jazzmyn A.
Blacksburg, VA
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
My Name Is Jazzmyn , I Am 22. I Love Working With All Ages. I Am CPR And First Aid Certified.
I'd describe my personality as caring, open-minded and determined.
I like working with kids because I love seeing the kids achieve many different milestones. Every kid has a different personality that is very unique and special.
I am the oldest of two younger siblings that I have helped take care for. In high school, I took an...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate student earning my PhD in developmental psychology at Virginia Tech. My masters degree focused on toddler development. Needless to say, I love kids!
I can't wait to get to know you and your family
Hi everyone!
I'm Lana A, a freshman at Virginia Tech. I bring over 5 years of experience as a nanny/sitter and have worked as a dental assistant for over a year. I'm comfortable working with all ages and am CPR/First Aid certified. My availability is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday after 1 p.m. , Tuesday through Thursday at any...
Lily T.
Blacksburg, VA
$16-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as creative, patient, outgoing
I like working with kids because I grew up around a lot of kids and I love being around fun and energetic energies.
I started working with kids when I was 16 but I worked with my mom in her daycare and have taken care of my brother with Down Syndrome from 12 years...
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Hello! My name is Cami. I'm a student at VT, and I love kids! I have years of experience with childcare, from independent full time nanny work over the Summers to working as a teacher assistant at a private school for years. I've taken many courses through the private school from child psychology to behavioral management. I've...
Maddison B.
Blacksburg, VA
$15-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi There! My Name Is Maddie B, University Freshman Former Babysitter / Caretaker
I'd describe my personality as kind, humorous, and dedicated.
I like working with kids because it brings a different kind of happiness to my day. It's refreshing to be around kids but I also find it good practice for when I'm a parent some day :)
I started working with kids when I was younger. I watched over my younger...
Lauren Y.
Blacksburg, VA
$17/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Lauren and I am a graduate of Virginia Tech, set to begin graduate school for Occupational Therapy in August. I started working in childcare when I was 15 as a nighttime babysitter and enjoyed it so much I began working for the youth and family department at the Botetourt Family YMCA when I turned 16. I...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lindsey V.
Blacksburg, VA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Lindsey and I'm a freshman at Virginia Tech. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 13 and am certified in red cross CPR and first aid. I nannied over the 2019 and 2020 summers and have worked with children ages birth-middle school. I went to boarding school and babysat for almost all of the faculty members...
Lindsey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Carli S.
Blacksburg, VA
$10-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Carli and I am a rising Junior Virginia Tech studying Human Nutrition, Food and Exercise to hopefully become a Physician's Assistant some day! I am super passionate about helping and caring for others which drove me to pick the career path that I have. I have worked as a nanny/babysitter in my summers and have tons of...
Carli can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Jessica Z.
Blacksburg, VA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a 26-year-old young professional, working full-time in the non-profit and outdoor recreation field in the New River Valley. I am recently married and hoping to begin a family within the next year or so. Although I have no formal child care experience as of recently, I spent time babysitting for family friends and neighbors...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Natalie S.
Blacksburg, VA
$17-29/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have over five years of experience working with children as a babysitter, lifeguard, swim coach, & swim instructor.
For the past two years I have regularly babysat for two families, one with four girls who were aged one to five years years old when I began watching them and the other with three children aged two months to...
Natalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Morgan and I am a graduate student at Radford University for Occupational Therapy! I got my undergrad at Virginia Tech studying Human Development, Disability Studies, and Psychology! I am married, love to run, play guitar, and read in my free time. I taught a classroom of 3-4-year-olds at Orchard Hills Day School...
Morgan can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Mallory S.
Blacksburg, VA
$25-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am a caring, and passionate individual with a deep love for child care. I am currently a Special Education Teacher in Fairfax County with my M. Ed from George Mason. I've worked summer camps as a counselor and Camp Supervisor, I've nannied, and babysat. I've worked with kids of all ages and can adapt to any situation that may...
Mallory can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience with my three younger siblings. I am an RU alumni with my BS in Psychology. I am taking some time off before I go back to school for my PhD in Cognitive Neurosciences. In the past, I've worked with children with Autism and ADHD. I am from Blacksburg, so I am familiar with the area and know a number...
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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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 80 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 $15.22 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 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 6 reviews of the 80 listed babysitters.