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Kristina G.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I used to attend Nursing School, so I have a BLS Certificate and knowledge of First Aid. Covid started so I had to stop attending nursing and then got married and moved across the country to Virginia. I'm oldest of five, have two younger brothers and sisters.
I have been taking care of them for the last 11 years since both...
Kristina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kristina has been absolutely AMAZING with our newborn! She sends photo updates while we are out, is always on time and is always pleasant. When we come home, our little girl is either nap lying peacefully or calm and happy. We refer to her as The Baby Whisperer....
Kyndal P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am currently a graduate student at Shenandoah University working on my doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy. I live in Berryville, VA and am 22 years old. I currently only go in to campus on Tuesdays, which gives me some free time during the week! I have several years of experience with children of all age...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarah was a great asset to our young family. She took care of our 4 year old Triplets which can be a handful for any caregiver and she adapted quickly. We could always rely on her to show up for work, help out around the house, and interact with our kids."
Brian G.
5.0
(1)
I have MANY years of experience with caring for infants and children. I can provide EXCELLENT references from families I have worked for! I am flexible with days and times! Feel free to contact me to discuss your needs!
5.0
"My wife and I highly recommend Heather for almost anything you would need help with. Amazing support to our family."
Dan K.
4.0
(4)
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tyler was an amazing nanny to our 3 children. She was kind, compassionate, and reliable. She always found different activities to do with my kids. They were always so excited when she arrived, and sad when she left. She was so involved with each of them. I would...
Beth A.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Mikayla and I have just graduated with Health Science degree from JMU! I am currently taking classes for an online master program at Longwood for Speech Language Pathology.
I have been with numerous family's since 2020 when COVID hit. I was with a wonderful family for a year in which I cared for a 16 month and...
Mikayla can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I give my strongest recommendation for Mikayla as a babysitter. In early March, 2020, when COVID-19 hit and daycare closed, I hired Mikayla to watch my one year old daughter. Mikayla cared for my daughter full-time for four months and I don't know what I would...
Marie L.
Shannon M.
Harrisonburg, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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)
I have been babysitting in the Haymarket/Gainesville area for over 8 years. I have experience with children 2- 13 years old.
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Samatha is top notch!!! If you want a nanny that your kids will absolutely love and whom you absolutely trust Samantha is it. She was our nanny last summer for our 9 year old triplets and she kept them to a schedule, to include lessons, and made sure they had fun...
Angela K.
Krista C.
Harrisonburg, VA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 13 and I have experience with children from 6 months to 12 years old. I have experience with multiple kids and multiples.
Krista can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Best babysitter we have ever had. My baby doesn't handle being apart from me very well but she has had zero problems in Kristas care. Krista is punctual and sweet and I trust her with my children completely."
Cynthia W.
Julienne B.
Harrisonburg, VA
$20-21/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm Looking To Offer Babysitting Services For Consistent Weekdays Or For Babysitting On Weekends!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Julienne, I've had over 8 years of child care experience, watching children from the ages of a week old to 12 years old! I've been fortunate enough to work at my old Catholic school in Virginia Beach, Va watching the children who stay after school as well as working at a daycare. I'm currently a student and will...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jules is a wonderful caregiver for my two kids. They always have a great time when she watches them. She is reliable and has excellent communication before, during, and after."
Sarah P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kyla, I am 22 years old and I have been working with children for 8 years, 4 of those as a full-time nanny. I have worked with children ages 2 months-10 years. I love working with children and families and developing connections with both. I have experience in providing activity planning, errands, shopping,...
Kyla can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kyla has worked as a nanny for our family for almost a year. She's extremely sweet, dependable, and nurturing. My boys are 4 and 8 and they adore her. She plays pretend, does crafts, reads books, and keeps the kids engaged all while keeping with our family's daily...
Samantha D.
Margaret S.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Maggie I am back in Harrisonburg for the school year and am available for babysitting/nanny duties. I am going into my senior year at James Madison University majoring in Speech Pathology. I love working with children and I have multiple years of experience. I have experience being a babysitter, lifeguard, swim...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am currently a student at James Madison University. I have been nannying and babysitting for 6 years now, with experience ranging from infants to teenagers, and some children with disabilities. I love doing this as a summer job, and have many references for this sort of work. I am tully vaccinated, CPR Certitied, licensed with...
I am 20 years old and have been taking care of children since I was about 12. I babysit many of the kids in my neighborhood and I am currently a nanny for 2 kids. I am transferring to JMU in the fall and I am looking for a nannying job a few days a week. I do have a car! Please take note I do not move in until August 17th
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sarah. I graduated from Virginia Tech in 2021 with a degree in communications and minor in visual arts. I am currently looking for occasional evening and weekend nannying opportunities. I've been caring for kids for 8+ years and have experience with kids ranging from infants to young teens. I have my own...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi. My name is Jenn and I love kids! I know that sounds cliché but I truly do. I have 3 daughters of my own ages 20, 21, and 22, so I definitely know the challenges and joy that comes with raising 3 children close in age! I was a stay at home mom for many years and although it was trying at times I truly loved it. I now work in...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Emma, 24-year-old health coach looking for some babysitting work as I build my business on the side. I first started babysitting when I was 12 after taking a Babysitter CPR certification class, since then I have received experience with children ages ranging from 4 months to 12 years old. Most recently I was trusted to...
Emma can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a rising junior at JMU, I'm studying to get my bachelor of science degree in communications with a concentration in public relations and a minor in business. I'm a member of the phi sigma sigma sorority, in the sorority I volunteer with many of the elementary schools nearby! I'm also apart of DECA, which is a business...
Anna V.
Harrisonburg, VA
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and their families. With three years of experience as a childcare provider, I've had the privilege of supporting families by providing a nurturing and reliable childcare option.
My patient and calm nature, combined with my creativity and friendly...
I have been a sitter/nanny starting from when I was 15, so 6 years now! I am a student at JMU and I love working with kids! Looking for work in the Harrisonburg area!
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Caroline D.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
26 Year Old Nursing Student Looking To Spend My Free Time With Kids!
Hello! I'm Caroline and I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am currently getting my accelerated second degree in nursing and am looking to babysit/nanny on the side. I love playing outside, reading books, completing puzzles and so much more. I have grown up around large dogs and am very comfortable...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Elkton, VA
Kristina G.
5.0
Kristina has been absolutely AMAZING with our newborn! She sends photo updates while we are out, is always on time and is always pleasant. When we come home, our little girl is either nap lying peacefully or calm and happy. We refer to her as The Baby Whisperer. Will definitely continue to call on...
- Kyndal P.
Sarah M.
5.0
Sarah was wonderful with our infant son. She was reliable and caring. We would definitely recommend.
- Zachary K.
Heather C.
5.0
My wife and I highly recommend Heather for almost anything you would need help with. Amazing support to our family.
- Dan K.
Tyler C.
5.0
Tyler is amazing with our two children! They love spending time with Ms. Tyler and always ask when they’ll see her next! Would definitely recommend!
- Care member
Mikayla K.
5.0
Mikayla worked for our family part-time watching our 5-month old while I worked from home. She is very kind, dependable, and attentive to my child’s needs. She worked with our son to help reach milestones and showed patience as he went through various regressions. I would highly recommend Mikayla as...
- Maggie F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Elkton, VA:
How can I find a Elkton babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Elkton, 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 5 babysitters in Elkton, 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 Elkton, VA?
The average rate for Elkton, VA babysitters on Care.com is $17.20 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Elkton, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Elkton, VA through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.