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Kaitlyn F.
Dyke, VA
$18-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Kaitlyn. I'm 21 with a 1-year-old that is super outgoing and loves to be with other children. I began babysitting when I turned 17 and started watching younger cousins, and I have loved every minute of being a mommy to my son. I love to create new, entertaining activities and would love to share some with your kiddos...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am a 24-year-old Charlottesville native. I have 4 years of nannying experience and over 5 years of experience tutoring young children. I am caring and responsible and I love to play outdoors and do arts-and-crafts. As a long-time Charlottesville resident, I am familiar with the area and am able to...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hello, my name is Mariah. I have experience with a variety of ages. The most recent experience is working as a 3-year-old teacher at a center in Charlottesville. I've worked with children with autism, infants, and children with other developmental delays. I completed three classes at PVCC on early childhood development,...
Stella D.
Free Union, VA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Stella, and I'm a sophomore Psychology major at James Madison University, but I'm from Charlottesville.
I'd describe my personality as energetic, compassionate, and friendly!
I like working with kids because their childlike innocence and wonder has a way of bringing joy, and helps us to look at the world in...
Skills:
First Aid
Laura W.
Elkton, VA
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
As a childcare provider with six years of experience, I thrive in nurturing and enriching the lives of children. My passion for caregiving stems from my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of making a positive impact on children's lives. I'm drawn to supporting families and offering reliable childcare...
Chloe R.
Earlysville, VA
$17-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am about to embark on a 5 month journey to travel to 10 countries to teach young children and care for toddlers. I study psychology at Emerson college, and am passionate in studying childhood development and hope to work with kids in my future career as an art therapist.
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have a huge family, so I have watched my little cousins and little sisters quite often. I had regulars that I babysat, the brother was a baby and the sister was about 2. I have also babysat a 7-year-old, 1-year-old, and 2-week-old at the same time. I have experience with a variety of ages and love kids! I was a nanny for a...
Tyler can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! I'm an energetic 34-year-old young professional. I have a daughter who is 7, and we live near Earlysville, VA with my husband and two dogs.
Kaitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Brooklyn C.
Elkton, VA
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a college student, attending Liberty University online. My goal in the future is to one day work with kids professionally, so of course I love kids!
Brooklyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat on and off since I was 15. I have 5 nieces and nephews who I have tons of experience babysitting. Their ages range from 1 to 12 years old. I also have worked at a daycare as well. I have my own transportation. Non smoking. I have references and I can also babysit for date nights if needed.
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Cheyanne A.
Elkton, VA
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have a certification in Medical Assistant, I know first aid and CPR and how to do vital signs.
I am very good with kids, they like to be around me and multiple families said I would be a good babysitter for all ages.
I am a very hard worker and I am dedicated to my job. I like to play with kids and make sure they get the...
Cheyanne can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Phoebe S.
Elkton, VA
$13/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! Im Phoebe. I love reading, skiing, and the outdoors. I am a senior at JMU and will graduate in May. I would love to work at a school library after graduation! For the past 10 years I have worked as a fitness instructor for kids. I also have experience working as a nanny and caretaker for kids with disabilities. The ages of...
Phoebe can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Aleah B.
Stanardsville, VA
$13-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Aleah B! I am 22 years old and looking for a part time job! I am very outgoing, easy to get along with, and love kids! I am not covid-19 vaccinated
I started working with kids during my senior year of high school. I watched five kids for a single father, until he no longer needed me.
In my spare time, I like...
Jenna J.
Earlysville, VA
$15-20/hr
Hello,
My name is Jenna J! I am 21 years old and would love to care for your child! I am currently taking a break from college and have a pretty free schedule aside of that. I've had lots of experience helping and caring for kids in my old school (St. Anne's Belfield) and would love to help you take care of them. I know how to...
Jenna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a 27-year-old student in Charlottesville! People describe me as bubbly, friendly, and kindhearted. I love singing, dancing, and having fun. I have accumulated 10 years of experience as a caregiver.
Certified as an in home and community support professional; working with clients with disabilities.
Trained in CPR...
Michaela can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Michaela is great. She came to our home a little early to get instructions and she was great with my kids who are very high energy. She even cleaned up the kitchen and living room. She has a very warm personality so you can instantly trust her. We hope to hire her...
Jennifer C.
Meghan B.
Stanardsville, VA
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Meghan and I am a recent Virginia Tech graduate with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. Over the past five years, I have been dedicated to working through Care and providing compassionate support for my families. I'm excited about the opportunity to see if I could be a great fit for your family!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for a variety of families for about 9 years now (give or take), and have been a full-time nanny for a few of those years. I take pride in being responsible and caring and would love to help your family in any way I can. I have been CPR certified for 5 years now and recently got my Wilderness First Responder...
Maya can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maya was a reliable and trustworthy sitter for our 2.5 month old baby. She communicated very well throughout the entire process. We felt like our baby was safe and in good hands with Maya which was such a comfort since it was the first time we had left her before....
Chelsie N.
Shannon M.
Harrisonburg, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(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
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a positive, patient, and compassionate person who has around 6 years of experience caring for children, from infants to early school age. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I will love to assist with other tasks if requested. My passion is to provide a safe environment for your little ones, while...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was great with my wild foster kid. She is kind, sweet, and easy going. Would recommend her!"
Former Member A.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dyke, VA
Michaela E.
5.0
Michaela is great. She came to our home a little early to get instructions and she was great with my kids who are very high energy. She even cleaned up the kitchen and living room. She has a very warm personality so you can instantly trust her. We hope to hire her again soon!
- Jennifer C.
Maya C.
5.0
My girls were comfortable with Maya right away and really enjoyed playing with her. She interacted with them at their level. She fed them lunch and snacks and cleaned up all the dishes. She proactively took care of dirty diapers. She let the kids show her where everything was. She was extremely...
- Care member
Shannon M.
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.
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.
Emma L.
5.0
She was great with my wild foster kid. She is kind, sweet, and easy going. Would recommend her!
- Former Member A.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dyke, VA:
How can I find a Dyke babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dyke, 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 Dyke, 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 Dyke, VA?
The average rate for Dyke, VA babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 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 Dyke, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dyke, 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.