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Find babysitters in Charlottesville, VA that you’ll love
150 babysitters are listed in Charlottesville, VA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Charlottesville, VA
Lauren L.
Charlottesville, VA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am the eldest of 5 kids, so my experience with kids began very early. My wonderful mom gave me lots of tips and tricks, and along with years of experience caring for kids of all types, I am confident in my ability to monitor and entertain little (and not-so-little) ones. I am glad to say that my 3-4 regular past clients agree...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Olivia A.
Charlottesville, VA
$13-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently a doctoral student at the University of Virginia in the Developmental Psychology Program. I worked as a full-time nanny for several months and as a part-time caregiver while conducting child-development research at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. I have previous experience as an instructional...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Tina A.
Charlottesville, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 15+ years of experience working with children as a Patient Care Technician at UVa. I have been a patient care tech for acute care pediatrics as well as my current job in the pediatric icu and CPR certified. I am looking to work part time. I currently work night shift so I am comfortable working nights as well.
Tina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tina was great watching our 5 month old."
Care member
Heather H.
Charlottesville, VA
$25-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am currently an RN working in a hospital at nights on the weekends in a Neonatal Intensive care unit. I am passionate about being someone a parent feels comfortable leaving the child with.
Heather can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Elizabeth S.
Charlottesville, VA
$13-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi,
My name is Liz and I would love to help you watch your kids. I am a friendly, outgoing, and responsible person. I am a senior at the Adult Degree Program at Mary Baldwin in Charlottesville, VA. I can help with tutoring, I can cook, and clean. I am also looking to start teaching voice lessons to children. Feel free to contact...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance
Michaela S.
Charlottesville, VA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a graduate student at Florida State with around 10 years of experience watching children of all ages. I'm a very engaging sitter who is happy to help with travel and household chores.
Michaela can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
UVA nursing student with years of childcare experience!
I'd describe my personality as reliable, hardworking, and outgoing.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Lexus A. I am a Native Virginian who has been living in FL since 2019. I am moving back to the Charlottesville area and excited to be home! For 2 years I worked as a camp counselor educating and interacting with kids of all ages mainly working with kindergarten through 6th graders. I babysat kids from camp...
Lexus can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Caroline W.
Charlottesville, VA
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi there! I am taking a year off from my job as a public school teacher (5th grade!) and would love to take care of and spending time with your little ones!
My educational background includes a masters degree in teaching and a bachelors degree in sociology- both from UVA. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have 3 years of...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Julia S.
Charlottesville, VA
$25-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a passionate and experienced childcare provider dedicated to nurturing the growth and development of children. With two years of experience caring for kids of various ages, I've honed my skills in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and friendly...
Megan S.
Charlottesville, VA
$24/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a compassionate and caring nanny who has a gentle and patient approach to childcare. I am currently in school to be a Birth and Postpartum Doula, but that wouldn't take time away from being able to care for your little one.
I started caring for children in 2014 and since then I have provided care for numerous...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Shania W.
Charlottesville, VA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced nanny! I have had the privilege of working with two families full time within the past 5 years and have become very close with each family! I have a medical background of 6 years as a medical assistant and 3 of those years working with pediatrics! I now have my own daughter and looking to share my time with a new...
Shania can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Caroline S.
Charlottesville, VA
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Caroline and I am a recent college graduate (May 2024). I was born and raised in Charlottesville & live in Albemarle County. I have had tons of experience working with children over the years. In high school, I worked at ACAC Albemarle Square in the KidZone, caring for infants -teenagers. I am CPR certified, fully...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a heart for serving others. I have two small sisters (1 and 6) and I spend a lot of my spare time helping take care of them. I also have experience with housekeeping and dietary services.
Abby can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Sahiri, I am organized, clean and responsible person. With 2 years of experience in after school programs (4 to 10 years old) and 5 years been a baby-sistter. I love teach the kids Spanish, is my primary languague. I am currently a part time student.
Sahiri can also help with: Craft assistance
Lily D.
Charlottesville, VA
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm passionate about caring for children, having nurtured and supported kids of all ages for over a decade. As a creative and friendly caregiver, I strive to provide a safe and nurturing environment for each child in my care. I believe in open communication with parents and follow their preferred methods, ensuring they're...
Laniyah C.
Charlottesville, VA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Laniyah!
I have 2. 5 years of professional childcare experience, in addition to extensive family-oriented sitting. I am CPR and First Aid certified, and I bring patience, energy, and an outgoing personality to every childcare setting. Previously, I attended VCU while working towards becoming an elementary school teacher,...
Laniyah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello,
I'm currently a student at UVA. Currently plan to major in marketing or economics. I love to build fun memories with kids by playing outside and creating fun activities. I have past experience with infants and young children.
I'd describe my personality as funny, sympathetic, kind
I like working with kids because they...
I have babysat for many kids ranging from 6 months to teenage years. I am dependable, flexible, and CPR certified.
I also have a degree in occupational therapy.
Feel free to reach out if you have any part time sitting needs!
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I love using arts and crafts, stories, and creative play to teach kids about the world and their place in it. I believe that children thrive in an environment where they are free to express themselves while learning about boundaries so they feel secure. I love animals, knitting, and learning new things. I look forward to meeting...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Charlottesville, VA:
How can I find a Charlottesville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Charlottesville, 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 150 babysitters in Charlottesville, 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 Charlottesville, VA?
The average rate for Charlottesville, VA babysitters on Care.com is $18.26 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 Charlottesville, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Charlottesville, 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 Charlottesville, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Charlottesville, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 98 reviews of the 150 listed babysitters.