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Sabrina G.


Columbia, VA

$13-15/hr

Part Time Babysitter

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I have a younger sister who I watch occasionally. I also have a 2-year-old cousin who I watch whenever my family needs me to.
Sabrina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Arianna B.


Columbia, VA

$22-23/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Arianna here, people call me Ari for short. I'm the oldest of 9 and my youngest sibling is 3 years old. I have been a caregiver all my life. Not only from infants to teens, but also to seniors. I've also worked with kids with special needs. References to help people feel more comfortable. I am looking for something full time and...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Frances B.


Sandy Hook, VA

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Babysitter Available

5.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a full time 3 year lead preschool teacher. I was a full-time behavior analyst for children with autism, 5-10 years old, . I worked on daily living skills as well as educational goals. I have provided part-time after-school care and weekends/nights for several parents over my teenage and college years. I also...
Frances can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is so kind and compassionate. She pays attention to detail. She loves kids and relates to them so well."

Amy G.

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Abigail M.


Fork Union, VA

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Flexible, Passionate, Dependable Nanny!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Abby. I have a passion for children and pets, and I strive to engage kids as much as possible to ensure they are well-exercised. I have experience babysitting infants, toddlers and kindergarteners, and I am fully equipped to assist with diaper changes and potty training. I am currently a preschool teacher...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Abby's sister was our nanny for 4 years. Abby stepped in to help cover extra days or date nights a few times for us. She was great with our daughter and a joy to have in our home."

Maggie K.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Good morning! My name is Sarah. I have a 7-year-old daughter whom I home school, as well as a 2-year-old son. Aside from my own parenting experience, I do have previous experience with children other than my own ranging from 2-10 range. My previous job experience consist of customer service and cleaning. I am a non-smoker, have...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
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Chayla R.


Powhatan, VA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

5-Star, Kind & Professional Sitter

Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood

For over 6 years I have been babysitting for families on vacation in Colorado. I also ran my church's nursery and led a Girl Scout Troop for 5 years during that time. Before that I nannied an adorable baby boy for about 2 years through Care. com. Having these years of experience with children and having grown up abroad, I...
Chayla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Chayla was babysat for us twice, and the children love her. She is very thoughtful. She's very engaging with the kids."

Erica S.

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Nancy A.


Troy, VA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Housekeeper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

If you are looking for great and affordable services, I am here to help you. I have good references and I have been cleaning for the past 5 years.
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Nancy has worked for me and several of my friends with great results."

Marlene J.

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Beverly M.


Mineral, VA

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

8 Years Assistant Preschool Teacher Very Loving Adore Kids.

I have two sons 23 and 28. And I also have a grandson that is 3 weeks old.. which I absolutely adore. I was an assistant preschool teacher while my children were in school. Loved working with kids. They always put a smile on my face and joy in my heart . I have been a Nanny for to beautiful girls since they were 2 and 3 that I...
Beverly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Beverly is a wonderful caregiver. My family has hired her on a couple different occasions. She was so good with my elderly mother who had dementia. She was patient and understanding. She is very reliable and punctual. Will definitely use her in the future if the...

DAnne C.

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Acacia G.


Keswick, VA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Acacia but I go by Casey. I grew up with a large family of 6 kids and from a young age I was responsible for watching my 4 younger siblings. As I got older I found I really did enjoy watching kids. I began watching kids in my church starting at age 17, and then continued watching kids throughout college. I am...
Acacia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Acacia couldn't be a better fit for absolutely any family! You and your kids would be in the best hands. She IS the salt of the earth. My deepest regret was not getting to meet her sooner, as she has been a beautiful chapter to our story. "

Brittanie V.

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Gloria M.


Scottsville, VA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Great Memories

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Ever since I was a kid I have always been surrounded by children. When I lived in Colombia I took care of my neighbor's new baby. Before motherhood, I also babysat my nephews and nieces. Then I also took care of children from different friends, their ages ranged from newborn to 6 years old. I worked as a interior decorator in...
Gloria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"When I first met Gloria, I knew I was in the presence of someone very special. I was looking for a sitter to help with our three month old son and a jealous 2 1/2 year old sister, but we got so much more. Gloria is a fabulous human being, a whirlwind of...

Emmie W.

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Piper G.


Keswick, VA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Outgoing Caregiver

Hello! A quick overview of my background - I have worked at local high schools as a sub and volleyball coach and I attended UVA studying Youth and Social Innovation and Psychology in the Education School, currently working during the day with UVA students as a wellness coach. I am a local having grown up in Charlottesville, and...
Piper can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Piper was great! She was super friendly and kind. She made dinner for our two kids (4 and 9 years old) and had them in bed by the time we got home. She was very respectful and both our kids loved her. We will be seeing her again soon to babysit again!"

Annie R.

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Jordan P.


Cartersville, VA

$13-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am 26-year-old elementary school teacher looking for some part-time summer work. I have lots of experience with all ages.
5.0
"Jordan is very sweet and kind. Her energy is very calm and relaxing. She's confidant with taking care of young babies. She took great care of my 4 mo old and also took care of a few dishes and some laundry folding to boot! That was bonus! I am definitely going to...

Amanda F.

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Rachelle A.


Louisa, VA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Amazing Care!

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced professional nanny and newborn care specialist of over 20 years. I have a wealth of experience working with children from various ages 0-18 years. I also love providing overnight care as a newborn specialist. I earned a Bachelor's degree from Liberty University in Crisis Counseling with a minor in Early...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachelle is was incredible. A natural babysitter. Very good at communicating. Our daughter kept asking about her for a week. "

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Teidra W.


Louisa, VA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Full-Time Babysitter/nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am passionate about working with children and have always been drawn to their ability to bring so much joy into our lives. I have always loved watching my own family members grow, and have even babysat for them. I have also had experience supervising children year-round as an educator for the last seven years. I have a...
Teidra can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Teidra is a very caring person. She has a love for all people, working with the elderly and love children. She has a desire to help, teach and support the need of people she comes in contact with. To work with such a person as her, is truly rewarding."

Tiffaney M.

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Kara K.


Palmyra, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Sitter Available With Flexible Hours

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kara, and I am a 27-year-old career professional and graduate of George Mason University. I was born and raised in central Virginia outside of Charlottesville. I currently work a full-time fully remote job in the communications field. I have 15 years of babysitting experience, for children of all ages. I'm open...
Kara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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Taylor W.


Louisa, VA

$20-26/hr6 yrs exp

Baby Sitter

Hi! My name is Taylor! I have helped a couple families from this site and they have been a joy. I love watching children because they are so full of energy and they often teach me a few things. I have a reliable car and can do pick ups or drop offs. I am really good at math or science and can help with homework. I used to help...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ann A.


Louisa, VA

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter & Nanny

I have always loved working with kids. I have looked after both new borns, infants, toddlers, and older children. I have experience working on my own as well as at a day care as a infant and toddler teacher. I truly believe that kids are a precious gift and our future who require both love and stimulation. I am a creative and...
Ann can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Tara M.


Powhatan, VA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

I have 6 years of experience. I cared for children from newborns to 7 years old. I worked with special needs children in high school and am currently in college for early childhood special education. I have been watching kids my whole life, I was the family babysitter and they always called me the baby whisperer. I have worked...
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Alice P.


Palmyra, VA

$18-28/hr10 yrs exp

Enthusiastic And Fun Full Or Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Alice, I am a 29-year-old living in Palmyra VA. I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a BS in Psychology in 2017 and am currently about halfway through a social work graduate program. I have a great deal of relevant work experience, particularly as a nanny and a teacher in elementary classrooms. Most...
Alice can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ashlyn H.


Louisa, VA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Available On The Weekends And Weeknights. Sitting.

Hello there, I cannot wait to meet you! My name is Ashlyn and I am a Children's Therapist specializing in Parent Child Interaction Therapy and EMDR. I have my Master's in Social Work and am currently in a doctoral program. I am highly motivated in working with children as I have chosen my career in it! I am a reliable and...
Ashlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Columbia, VA

Frances B.

5.0

Frances is very caring, sweet, reliable and trustworthy. You couldn't find a better person to care for your loved ones! I highly recommend her, she's the best and you won't regret it!!

- Alanna R.

Abigail M.

5.0

Abby's sister was our nanny for 4 years. Abby stepped in to help cover extra days or date nights a few times for us. She was great with our daughter and a joy to have in our home.

- Maggie K.

Chayla R.

5.0

We hired Chayla to provide childcare during our daughter's wedding. She was very thorough in finding out each child's allergies, sleep schedule and separation anxieties. All parents were very happy with the care they received, and it was a great relief to us to know our guests were able to relax...

- Linda T.

Nancy A.

5.0

Nancy has worked for me and several of my friends with great results.

- Marlene J.

Beverly M.

5.0

Beverly is a wonderful caregiver. My family has hired her on a couple different occasions. She was so good with my elderly mother who had dementia. She was patient and understanding. She is very reliable and punctual. Will definitely use her in the future if the time ever comes.

- DAnne C.

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