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Babysitters in Bridgewater, VA
Mackenzie S.
Bridgewater, VA
$14/hr • 3 yrs exp
I like working with kids because I want to be a teacher in the future and have loved working at a daycare for the past 3 years. Seeing children learn and grow every day is so incredibly rewarding.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Elisabeth, I graduated back in May of 2019 with my Bachelor's Degree and am looking for a babysitting/nanny position. I have years of babysitting experience, including working in a child care facility. I am First-Aid and CPR certified. I am looking to start immediately while my full-time job has been put on hiatus due...
Elisabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Maria L.
Bridgewater, VA
$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have recently graduated from James Madison University, double majoring in Theatre Education (licensure program) and English Literature with an Honors Interdisciplinary Studies minor. I have four years of experience teaching JMU drama programs for young people ages 6-17 with a focus on ensemble building and creating original...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I'm Maria! I'm an experienced elementary music teacher, having worked with students grades Pre-K through 5th. I have been teaching for 6 years, in both Maryland and Virginia. I have personal experience with children under the age of 4; my niece is 1-year-old and I babysit her frequently. I have been a crew leader for my...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Meagan and I am a bubbly, fun and caring full-time working single mother looking to help families or individuals in my community get out of the house for the evening, weekend or date night and earn a little extra cash on the side. It's easy to forget to prioritize a little time for yourself! I'd love to assist...
Meagan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Krista C.
Harrisonburg, VA
$13-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 13 and I have experience with children from 6 months to 12 years old. I have experience with multiple kids and multiples.
Krista can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Best babysitter we have ever had. My baby doesn't handle being apart from me very well but she has had zero problems in Kristas care. Krista is punctual and sweet and I trust her with my children completely."
Cynthia W.
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting in the Haymarket/Gainesville area for over 8 years. I have experience with children 2- 13 years old.
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samatha is top notch!!! If you want a nanny that your kids will absolutely love and whom you absolutely trust Samantha is it. She was our nanny last summer for our 9 year old triplets and she kept them to a schedule, to include lessons, and made sure they had fun...
Angela K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Miranda. I have always loved working with and being around kids! I worked as a camp counselor one summer and volunteered with daycares before. I babysat for more than three different families in the past, and I look forward to meeting some new kids!
About me specifically, I am currently enlisted in the military...
5.0
"Miranda was amazing! She was very personable and responsive ahead of/in the midst of our booking. I truly appreciated how communicative she was throughout the experience. If you are looking for dependable childcare, I highly recommend Miranda."
Amy P.
5.0
(1)
*18+ years of experience: nanny, camp counselor, Soccer & Lacrosse coach, Infant Supervisor in a large scale Daycare, Activities Director/Water Park Manager at a 4 diamond Resort *American Red Cross CPR/1st Aid instructor from April 2011 to 2015 *18 credit hours of Early Childhood Education *BS-SUNY Cortland in Recreation *Stay...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Becky is great! She teaches, supports & provides enrichment activities. We love her!"
Kathleen W.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Angelica! I am a College student here in Virginia. I've been working with children for over five years, ranging from infants to teens, and I absolutely love what I do.
My goal is to create a fun, safe, and loving space where kids can grow, learn, and explore. I believe in the magic of discovery, whether it's exploring...
Angelica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hello! I had a friend of mine recommended me this wonderful girl to take care of my 4 & 10 year old daughters when I would go off to work. I don't have any family here to do so , so when my friend recommend me her I had no choice. I don't regret it a single bit....
Stephany L.
Myla L.
Harrisonburg, VA
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Myla and I am a student at James Madison University double majoring in Psychology and Sociology and hoping to pursue a Masters Degree in Addiction Studies after I graduate this upcoming December. I have a very open schedule this summer besides a few planned vacations. I enjoy going on hikes, spending time outdoors...
Myla can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Myla has been watching my kids for the past few years now. They love her so much and enjoy spending time with her. She encourages them to use their imagination and explore new activities"
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Shannon M.
Harrisonburg, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Shannon M. and I'm looking for part time employment for the summer. I'm a freshman Psychology major with intentions to go into early childhood development. Over the past few years I've worked with children of all ages, including special needs such as cerebral palsy. I love kids almost as much as I love pets!
Shannon can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shannon is amazing with both our twin boys and puppy! All 3 just love her!! She is 100% trustworthy and our favorite to date!!!! Shannon is eager, sweet and a great role model."
Joanne C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I've been babysitting since I was 14. I absolutely love working with kids & Im very trust worthy and reliable. I have multiple references if needed.
I'd describe my personality as trustworthy, reliable, funny, and loving.
I like working with kids because I have nieces and nephews and I grew up with kids all around me, I...
5.0
"Leah was the first babysitter we have ever hired for our children and she was wonderful- so kind and sweet. She's a natural! Our children are 10 months and 1.5 years old and she kept us updated while we were out and the babies were laughing and playing with her...
Jeremy G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm currently an art student at Bridgewater College. I was a Girl Scout for 13 years. I've been leading and taking care of children for 10 years in Girl Scouts. I have 2 years experience of taking care of children outside of Girl Scouts. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Carpooling, and arts n crafts.
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Olivia P.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Olivia. I am currently a student at James Madison University studying history and secondary education. I plan to be an educator in the future. I love working with children and want to further gain experience. I am caring, loving, and a positive role model for children. I have the following experience as a...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia was fantastic with my son M. She arrived early and was very attentive to my 2 year old son. Having met her for the first time I felt immediately comfortable with her taking care of my child. She made sure M was occupied, safe and happy. Played with him well...
Amanda V.
Kristina G.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I used to attend Nursing School, so I have a BLS Certificate and knowledge of First Aid. Covid started so I had to stop attending nursing and then got married and moved across the country to Virginia. I'm oldest of five, have two younger brothers and sisters.
I have been taking care of them for the last 11 years since both...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kristina has been a life saver for our family! She is compassionate, loving, and has done an excellent job keeping up with our very energetic toddler! She lets me know small details of A.a's day and sends pictures, she follows instructions, and she is very easy to...
Virginia M.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Mikayla and I have just graduated with Health Science degree from JMU! I am currently taking classes for an online master program at Longwood for Speech Language Pathology.
I have been with numerous family's since 2020 when COVID hit. I was with a wonderful family for a year in which I cared for a 16 month and...
Mikayla can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I give my strongest recommendation for Mikayla as a babysitter. In early March, 2020, when COVID-19 hit and daycare closed, I hired Mikayla to watch my one year old daughter. Mikayla cared for my daughter full-time for four months and I don't know what I would...
Marie L.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Emma, 24-year-old health coach looking for some babysitting work as I build my business on the side. I first started babysitting when I was 12 after taking a Babysitter CPR certification class, since then I have received experience with children ages ranging from 4 months to 12 years old. Most recently I was trusted to...
Emma can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Chelsea S.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Looking For Winter Break And Potentially Summer Sitting Job:)
Hello! My name is Chelsea, and I am currently a Computer Information Systems major at James Madison University, seeking employment during my winter break and potentially throughout the summer. I am completely flexible and available at any time during the specified periods. With previous childcare experience from working at a...
Chelsea can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Caroline D.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
26 Year Old Nursing Student Looking To Spend My Free Time With Kids!
Hello! I'm Caroline and I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am currently getting my accelerated second degree in nursing and am looking to babysit/nanny on the side. I love playing outside, reading books, completing puzzles and so much more. I have grown up around large dogs and am very comfortable...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Bridgewater, VA
Krista C.
5.0
Krista always has a great attitude, high energy and is playful with children. She also comes on time and is dependable.
- Lana P.
Samantha S.
5.0
Samatha is top notch!!! If you want a nanny that your kids will absolutely love and whom you absolutely trust Samantha is it. She was our nanny last summer for our 9 year old triplets and she kept them to a schedule, to include lessons, and made sure they had fun every day. We would have hired her...
- Angela K.
Miranda C.
5.0
Miranda was amazing! She was very personable and responsive ahead of/in the midst of our booking. I truly appreciated how communicative she was throughout the experience. If you are looking for dependable childcare, I highly recommend Miranda.
- Amy P.
Rebecca Y.
5.0
Becky is great! She teaches, supports & provides enrichment activities. We love her!
- Kathleen W.
Angelica V.
5.0
Angelica was awesome with our toddler. She was reliable and fun. We would definitely recommend and would hire her again.
- Zachary K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Bridgewater, VA:
How can I find a Bridgewater babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Bridgewater, 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 5 babysitters in Bridgewater, 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 Bridgewater, VA?
The average rate for Bridgewater, 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 Bridgewater, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Bridgewater, 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.