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Laura C.
Castleton, VA
$16-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have 4 years of care giving experience and over 1 year of professional care giving experience. I will be more than happy with providing Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision.
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as friendly, organized, compassionate. I like working with kids because I love to learn new things from them and also get to interact with all kinds of different personalities. I started working with kids when I was 15.
I currently have eight nephews and nieces who I have been babysitting since their...
Emely K.
Boston, VA
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with two years of experience caring for children of all ages. What started as babysitting jobs in high school turned into a passion for helping young minds grow and develop. I'm patient, calm, and always looking for creative and imaginative ways to engage children in fun and educational activities.
I...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
I have 12 years of experience in child care. I've worked for many families. I have experience with all ages as well as experience with kids who have medical needs. I love getting outside and doing crafts. Anything to keep the kids engaged and active! I work from home so I am looking for evening/weekend work.
Madeline can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Emily and I am a certified daycare teacher of 4 years! I have a passion for teaching and learning with the little ones, as they have so much to teach us as well! I am switching to nannying recently since I just had my son in February 2024!
Hi, I'm Hannah! Growing up in a household of 8 other kids, I was always mom's second hand while she was at work and even more recently aided siblings to get back on their feet after their own babies.
In between I've worked at church daycares.
Very experienced with children from newborn-12 years of age. I've nannied for multiple families for several months-several years. I will always treat your kids as my own. I have a full time job so I'm mainly looking for occasional date nights.
Jamie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 38 years old, married with 3 daughters. I have 12 years of paid childcare experience. I was a live-in nanny before getting married and then worked as a nanny until starting a family. During my years as a nanny, I had all the CPR/first aid training.
I am a blackbelt in TaeKwonDo, and I love the outdoors.
I've always...
Helene can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
May M.
Amissville, VA
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello everyone my name is May I've clean houses for many years now I'm very reliable and trustworthy person. I've been enjoying helping people cleaning and organizing their homes. I've been working as a childcare provider too for over a decade, and I'm passionate about helping children learn and grow. Whatever help you need...
Hannah N.
Amissville, VA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Hannah and I've always loved working with children. Caring for children has always been a big part of my life, and I've built many years of experience throughout my life from leading children's field trips and games to assisting teachers in daycares and schools, teaching and nannying. My activities have provided...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Bailey P.
Culpeper, VA
$13-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.7
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Bailey a 22-year-old college student. I currently go to a university working on my bachelors in elementary education and doing all of my classes online. I have worked for daycares, nannied, and have worked with special needs children. I also babysit very often, watching kids from ages newborn-13 years old. I am...
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is super good with kids and is very responsible!"
Julia K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children and animals.
I babysat my nephews, nieces and Godchildren since my teenage years. During my college years, I worked part time as a nanny and at La Petite Academy (I was contemplating teaching and international relations as a college Major while I volunteered for the Fairfax County Juvenile & Domestic Relations...
Elisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Elisa due to a sudden closure of our usual childcare. She responded quickly to our job post, was easy to get a hold of, and professional. Prior to starting her babysitting job, she took the extra time to come meet our two young children the day before and...
Sarah G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, right now I'm a PreK teacher.
I graduated HS in 2013 with a CNA license from FRCC, since then I have a certificate in Early Childhood Ed. I'm currently in school to become an ASL interpreter, with a minor in early childhood ed. And taking an online 200hr Yoga Teacher Training course.
I love to make forts, go on bike...
Cassandra can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Cassandra has been watching my son for about 5 months now and has been absolutely incredible!! She has always been completely at ease with my son and her passion for children is more obvious than a flashing neon sign. She has been with us through some changes like...
Brittany E.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a mature woman with children of my own. I have worked with children in many different capacities over the years, including operating my own home daycare.
Suzanne can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"It was a pleasure working with Suzanne side by side caring for the clients. Suzanne takes pride in giving the clients her undivided respectful attention, Offers consistent care and takes the appropriate steps to continuously improve service. Suzanne goes above and...
Maria D.
4.5
(8)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Maria. My experience is based on my three daughters, ages 13, 16 and 28 years old. I have also taken care of kids from other families. I think families should hire me because I am available to work part-time, and also I enjoy doing activities with kids, outdoors or indoors. At this moment, I am only available on...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Maria 4 months ago for weekly housekeeping and staging that was needed for my Airbnb property. Maria is still working with me. I highly recommend her without hesitation. I find Maria extremely reliable and trustworthy. She is also very sweet. After...
Maryellen K.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
If you count the many years providing child care, it would be a total of 25 years of looking after the well being of children. I spent over 6 years caring for a family's three children, the youngest as an infant and two boys age 7 and 11. Please contact to discuss if interested. Thank you. available Full or Part time M- F. Or...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah is incredibly passionate about childcare. She has 30 years of experience, ranging from babysitting and nannying to foster care for ages 6 months and up. Sarah is thoughtful and nurturing. She is our most requested employee for weekend babysitting or holidays...
Alison N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Amy. I would love to help you with your childcare needs. I am a part time registered dental hygienist in Warrenton and on my spare days I enjoy helping local families. I have been CPR certified for over 20 years. I have been a scout leader for both GS and American Heritage Girls. I do not smoke and love animals (we are...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was great! Responded quickly, arrived on time, and the kids had fun. She even texted while here to let us know how things were going. Definitely recommend. "
Katie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My experience began during summer vacations in high school watching for some cousins, soon after I took interest in learning about early childhood development through courses in high school. I enjoy it very much and take it seriously as well.
Mireya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Mireya has helped us with our son over the past several months. She has been exactly what we were looking for in a care giver - warm, extremely competent, playful, knowledgeable, and dependable. She has been a great fit for our family. I would highly recommend her!"
Liese D.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 12 and nannying for over 6 years. I am also CPR and AED certified through the National CPR Foundation. I have always enjoyed taking care of children, and always bring special activities or games for us to play. I have experience with all ages, and truly care about the kids I watch with my...
Skyler can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Skyler is a wonderful babysitter! She is kind, caring, thoughtful, and trustworthy, and my kids are always very excited to spend time with her. She is always punctual and easy to communicate with as well. Glad to have found her!"
Katie G.
Ana C.
Warrenton, VA
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have lots of experience being with kids. I can help with light housekeeping, grocery shopping, pick up and drop off at school bus stops. I am also willing to run brief errands, help with remote learning, and carpool places.
Ana can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Castleton, VA
Bailey P.
5.0
Bailey is an amazing babysitter and is very kind, trustworthy, and responsible.
- Care member
Elisa L.
5.0
I hired Elisa due to a sudden closure of our usual childcare. She responded quickly to our job post, was easy to get a hold of, and professional. Prior to starting her babysitting job, she took the extra time to come meet our two young children the day before and make sure they were comfortable. She...
- Sarah G.
Cassandra F.
5.0
We recently hired Ms. Cassie to be our full-time nanny for the summer and needless to say she was incredible!! She was always on time, very transparent and communicative, flexible when we desperately needed her for extra time, and went above and beyond to help our little one and our family. She...
- Adrian G.
Suzanne M.
5.0
Suzanne is a caring person with a commitment to get the job done! Her skills included a variety of experiences, care giving, cleaning, hospice support, family counsel, pet care and so much more. She went into a challenging situation and went above and beyond to help create a more healthy...
- Care member
Maria R.
5.0
I hired Maria 4 months ago for weekly housekeeping and staging that was needed for my Airbnb property. Maria is still working with me. I highly recommend her without hesitation. I find Maria extremely reliable and trustworthy. She is also very sweet. After working with her for several months,...
- Maryellen K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Castleton, VA:
How can I find a Castleton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Castleton, 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 1 babysitters in Castleton, 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 Castleton, VA?
The average rate for Castleton, VA babysitters on Care.com is $16.00 per hour as of February 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 Castleton, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Castleton, 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.