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Mackenzie H.


DHS, VA

$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

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I am a current adapted physical education teacher in the Fairfax County Public school system. I love working with children of all ages and abilities. I have provided child care services for over 10 families for eight years. I enjoy helping children learn and grow both in and out of school!
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Claire L.


Arlington, VA

$18/hr • 1 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a friendly college graduate searching for a babysitting position. I have experience watching and coaching younger children and am up for any activities! I am a prior college athlete and experienced swimmer. I am planning on attending medical school in the future and can't wait for what my future holds!
Claire can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Claire was great, we would definitely hire her again!"

Tim K.

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Martha L.


Alexandria, VA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter For Over 20 Years

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Martha I'm a responsible, loving, honest, fun, energetic, and reliable person whom you can trust. I have my own transportation. I am legal to work in the US. I have a driver's license with a clean record. I have CPR certification. I have Strong references from my past jobs, which are available to be contacted...
Martha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I know Martha L. for 5 years she is my mother in law, she is a good person, honest, reliable, she has this warm feeling for kids. She always helps me anything that has to with her granddaughters or me, I trust her 100%. I highly recommend her as a...

Erika O.

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Florence S.


Mount Rainier, MD

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

A Mother's Love And Peace Of Mind

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I am a grandmother of six, ranging in age from 1-17 including 18-year-old twins.. I started babysitting when I was in my teens; my first official babysitting job was for the Lt. Governor of Kentucky. I was recommended by my neighbor, who was their nanny. She needed to have surgery and I was the only one she trusted and was...
Florence can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Florence provided part-time childcare for several weeks for our two-year-old this summer. He loved spending time with her, and we felt very comfortable trusting him in her care, whether we were home or not. She has a lot of experience and wisdom and is very laid...

Jana H.

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Fatima F.


Springfield, VA

$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny :)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My experience with child care includes working at 3 different daycare centers in the past that had ages ranging from 1-12 and babysitting for various Care. com families. I am a college graduate and majored in International Studies and minored in Dance. I am currently pursuing my dream job as a dance instructor and choreographer...
Fatima can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Our kids absolutely loved Fatima and we would definitely recommend her to any family. She is responsible, dependable, flexible, and so kind/fun! Her lengthy experience with kids truly shows and we can always count on her for anything we need. She grew to become...

Linda B.

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Fatima G.


Arlington, VA

$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Babysitter

With over 15 years of experience in professional caregiving, including being food handler certified, I'm here to provide top-notch care for your little ones. From newborns to bigger kids, I've got you covered! For newborns, I'm proficient in all aspects of care, from feeding to soothing and establishing routines. With toddlers,...
Fatima can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Finding the perfect nanny for your little ones can be a daunting task, but look no further than Fatima. From the moment she stepped into our home, her professionalism and genuine care for our children were evident. Fatima's warm and nurturing personality made our...

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Kristin H.


Arlington, VA

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a 24-year-old college student studying to become an elementary school teacher. I've been babysitting for 3-4 years so plenty of experience with kids of all ages as well as fantastic recommendations. I'm very creative and like to keep children entertained with new and inventive ideas. Looking forward to hearing from you:)
Kristin can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Kristin did a great job watching our twin 18+ month old girls. She was self-sufficient, reliable, punctual, and really enjoyed playing with the girls and reading books to them. It was a pleasure to have her as our babysitter, and I would recommend her to anyone."

Scott D.

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Viola H.


Washington, DC

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Kindergarten Teacher Looking For Summer Opportunities

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I am currently finishing my second year as a Kindergarten teacher in Prince George's County and just received my Master's in Early Childhood Education from Johns Hopkins University. I am looking for short-term babysitting gigs as the school year ends, as well as over my summer break. I am also interested in tutoring...
Viola can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Viola was amazing with our kids and even brought activities for them to do. She was punctual and communicative with us. My daughter was reluctant to have a babysitter but she visibly was comfortable from the time Viola stepped in the door. She was patient and kind...

Melat J.

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Oumaima A.


Alexandria, VA

$25/hr • 12 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays And Weekends

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love spending time with children. I have over 7 years of experience taking care of children of any age. I have my own vehicle for travel and I am looking for a nice wonderful family to work with and take care of their kids. love children and I am willing to work with them, play, and take care of them. Please feel free to...
Oumaima can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Oumaima was a wonderful sitter for my kids and treated them like family. We would highly recommend her services "

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Sabrina M.


Alexandria, VA

$40/hr • 7 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Caring for children is not just a job for me, it's my passion. I have been babysitting for a few years. I started babysitting my brother, sisters, cousins and neighbors, and now I babysit for multiple families. I have also worked in a day care center for 4 years . I know many educational songs and activities to expand their...
Sabrina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sabrina is the best! She is amazing with kids...from infants to school aged, and our kids love her. She's punctual, dependable, and we trust her completely. Can't say enough about how wonderful she is!"

Kira W.

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Lauren H.


Washington, DC

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Weekend And Evenings Babysitter Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lauren and I work at a water and sanitation non-profit in Denver. I am looking for work outside of office hours and have always loved working with children! My experience includes working at my university's child care center, babysitting for 10+ years, and growing up with young cousins. As a Peace Corps...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lauren has been an amazing sitter for my two children (3 & 6). She was the first non-family member to care for them and was amazingly accommodating and patient with the transition (as much with me as with the kids!). She's very energetic, responsible, playful but...

Cassandra C.

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Isabella H.


Washington, DC

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Lively Sitter With Tons Of Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name's Bella! I have an extensive background in childcare of 10+ years including babysitting, nannying and hosting and organizing a children's summer camp. I love working with kids and sharing their interests, planning activities, playing outside, and expanding our imaginations. I have a strong background in safety...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Fantastically responsible, reliable, mature, & fun! We have known Bella for 10+ years. First as a magical young teen who ran a super fun birthday party for her much younger brother, complete with park games & homemade cake. Then as a teen & college years babysitter...

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Nia A.


Washington, DC

$26/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I'm Nia, a 23-year-old with a genuine passion for nurturing young minds. With 7 years of babysitting experience, I've had the privilege of becoming a part of various short-term and long-term families. My background in theater has endowed me with a vivid imagination, perfect for conjuring up captivating stories and...
Nia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nia is an excellent babysitter and a rare find! She's very reliable, easy to reach by phone, and has a kind, easygoing personality. She got along great with my four-year-old son. He has a speech impediment and can sometimes be shy around new people, but she made...

Megan F.

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Beverly H.


Washington, DC

$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Energetic And Creative Babysitter With Strong Background In Education

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have served as a caregiver, tutor, and educational program leader since high school. I am pediatric CPR and first aid certified, with updated certification as of June 3, 2017. For two summers I worked with a group of five and 6-year-olds as a camp counselor with Harbor Haven, a camp for children with special needs in Northern...
Beverly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Toniqua H.


Washington, DC

$27/hr • 9 yrs exp

Positive, Honest & Trustworthy Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

Hello!! I have an undying love for children. I have an extensive background in nannying and working in schools/childcare centers. Working with families will not only give me the opportunity to learn more but will also put me a step closer to my career goals.
Toniqua can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Toni was great. She handled pickup for our kid and taking him to appointments around the neighborhood after school. It was great to know that I could focus on work and fully trust her. Toni is communicative, honest, and has a great sense of humor. My kid warmed...

Andy M.

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Rafaela D.


Arlington, VA

$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

FULL TIME NANNY AVAILABLE

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello families, I'm Rafaela! With over 10 years of experience in childcare, ranging from teaching to nurturing children of various ages, I'm committed to contribute to their growth and development. Fully vaccinated, responsible, and comfortable with pets, I'm currently seeking opportunities for weekend and date night...
Rafaela can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We initially interviewed Rafaela to be our son's nanny, but we ended up sending our son to daycare. I liked her so much that I asked if she would be willing to babysit occasionally. Rafaela is very professional, courteous, and responsible. She is very sweet with...

Julie R.

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Chloe W.


Washington, DC

$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Chloe. I'm A Junior At The University Of Iowa And I Live In Iowa City.

I'd describe my personality as energetic, compassionate, and hard-working. I believe that childcare requires a positive energy! I started working with kids when I was 13. I began babysitting neighborhood kids and eventually become a paid babysitter at 15. I have been a nanny for the last 3 summers with a family that I started...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Chloe has been a nanny for our 2 boys for the last 3 summers. She is always on time and dependable. She is great with getting the kids out of the house to do activities, doing summer workbook activities and always being fun and upbeat. The boys enjoy their summers...

Kate W.

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Susana D.


Bethesda, MD

$28-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Babysitting

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am Susana, I have 8 years of experience working with kids of all different ages, but I currently work as a banker. I love children and I keep them entertained with fun activities. My first priority is always to keep them safe. My strengths as a nanny are that I am a very active, responsible, patient and honest person. I...
Susana can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Susana is very dependable and patient. I am normally at home watching my infant when she comes to help so I can tell first hand that she closely watches my toddler and also when needed, the little baby too. She is also flexible. She is late 5-10 minutes...

Samantha D.

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Michelena M.


Washington, DC

$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Seasonal Nanny And Part Time Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Red Cross Certified in CPA and young childcare. Watched children at day time and night time from ages 0-12.
Michelena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Michelena is awesome with our one-year-old son. He loves playing with her and she has tons of energy to push him for hours on the swings. Highly recommend!"

Nicolette B.

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Samantha C.


Washington, DC

$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Samantha C. Babysitter In Valley Cottage, NY

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm an easy going, fun loving, hardworking person, and I love working with people (especially kids). My love for children and education led me to becoming a school psychologist. In my spare time I enjoy doing yoga, reading, exploring the outdoors, and traveling. I have training in parent-child interaction therapy, cognitive...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Samantha was extremely professional, punctual and formed a great bond with our son while caring for him. As a first timer taking sitting services, I was apprehensive about trusting my son with anyone. Samantha really helped put our anxieties to rest."

Priya A.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in DHS, VA

Claire L.

5.0

Claire is wonderful, she is sweet and dependable. Our daughter has a great time with her. We call her whenever we need a sitter.

- Care member

Martha L.

5.0

I am sad to say that after 5 great months of working with Martha, my husband and I will be relocating and I have decided to no longer work. Martha started with us when our baby girl was only 3 months old and has been a pleasure to have in our home. She has always been on-time, (making my 1 hour...

- John And Casi T.

Florence S.

5.0

Our daughters had a good time playing with Florence and happily recapped her visit to us afterward.

- Leah S.

Fatima F.

5.0

Fatima has been my children's most favorite nanny so far. We are so sad that we had to move and wish we could've kept her with us forever! She is truly responsible and trustworthy. Could always depend on her to be on time or handle any situations. My kiddos looked forward to her coming over every...

- Jillian L.

Fatima G.

5.0

We had the pleasure of having Fatima as our nanny, and we couldn't have been more pleased with her exceptional care for our children. Fatima is a true professional, always punctual, and goes above and beyond to ensure our children are safe, happy, and engaged. Her ability to connect with kids is...

- Care member

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