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180 babysitters are listed in Fairfax, VA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Fairfax, VA
Ofeliya T.
Fairfax, VA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For All-week Daytime Babysitting Jobs
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I was caring for 3 wonderful kids (ages 1. 5 - 4 yrs) for the last 3 years. They started kindergarten this year so I am looking for a new family to assist with their childcare needs. My main duties were: - Watching the kids - Taking them for a walk - Taking them to the park - Putting them to take a nap - Cooking for them -...
5.0
"Ofeliya is a wonderful person and a professional caregiver to your children. She is very patient and an excellent listener. She will play with your children with passion and enthusiasm. I trusted my two children to Ofeliya without hesitation. She is very adaptable...
Sevinj M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently a graduate student getting a master's in Clinical Mental Health and looking for part-time work. I have 4 years of experience with children ages 2 to 10 years old, but I am comfortable with children of all ages. I am passionate about working with children and doing active and creative activities.
Monica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Maria. Having raised 5 kids of my own, I know the ins and outs of mothering. I have a tender passion for children, and when I am at work I care for them like if they were my own. I am very good at following directions to respect parents' wishes and preferences. I am also extremely responsible and reliable.
I am...
5.0
"Maria Rotela has been with our family for almost six years. My girls are now 12 and 8 years old but she started with us when they were 6 and 2. I cannot speak highly enough about her. She's incredibly loving, great with kids and a terrific partner in parenting....
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lucia. A little about me, I am originally from Colombia, and I have been living in the Fairfax area for the last 10 years. I have an 9-year-old son who I adore. I speak Spanish and some English; I am still learning to improve it.
I worked full-time for a private daycare center for the last 7 months. I also...
Lucia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lucia has watched my child now a couple of times at her home. She is great with kids and I could tell that my daughter really enjoyed the time she spent with her. She was engaging with my daughter the whole time she was with her. Also she was really flexible and...
Maria H.
Viviana R.
Fairfax, VA
$26-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.3
(9)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I am friendly, energetic , 54-year-old female. I am the proud mother of a 27-year-old son. I live in Fairfax, Va. My family migrated to this wonderful country in 1976. I try to visit Chile as much as possible.
I developed a love for children when I was very young. My mother would take me to her babysitting jobs.
I went to...
Viviana can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Viviana has watched my twin boys for over 2 years (since infancy), and she's also about to start watching my newborn. I don't think there's anyone I could trust more to watch my children. She loves my boys as her own. My boys have some speech delays, and she has...
Suzie C.
5.0
(30)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting and working with children (different ages & abilities) for a long time :D After graduation from undergrad at CNU (majored in psychology & childhood studies), I moved to New Zealand where I was an Au Pair for 8 months to a 3 and 5-year-old. It was a great experience and I'm so thankful to still keep in touch...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Sydney is absolutely wonderful! She’s watched my 1 year old daughter a number of times and she’s such a natural caregiver. Very experienced, kind, and loving. I never worry when my daughter is in Sydney’s care. Would highly highly recommend. "
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Emily T.
Fairfax, VA
$33-80/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(20)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional care provider in the Northern Virginia area. I earned my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and completed some Early Childhood Education courses at the master's level. I have a large amount of babysitting, nannying, and pet care experience. I have a younger sister who has special needs, and...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We feel so fortunate to have found Emily as a babysitter for our twin boys. From the moment we met her, we knew she would be a perfect fit for our family.
We could not have asked for a better babysitter for our 13-month-old twin boys than Emily. She is attentive,...
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Meagan W.
Fairfax, VA
$30-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for the past seven years. I have baby sat children ranging from 5 weeks old to 11 years old. Outside of babysitting I have coached a youth running team and a youth cheerleading and dance team. I also have enjoyed working as a tutor. I recently graduated from Michigan State with my Masters Degree and moved...
Meagan can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Meagan was wonderful and took excellent care of our little girl. We would hire her again. Thank you!!"
Jessica G.
Joanna L.
Fairfax, VA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! :) My name is Joanna but some people call me jojo lol! I am fully vaccinated and currently live in Odenton MD. I worked in a preschool but had to leave because I am 6 months pregnant, I am no rush to be working at the moment, just putting myself out there in case someone needs a part time babysitter. Please feel free...
Joanna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Joanna es una mujer bien buena con niños, ella tiene uña corazón dulce. Mi hijo al tiempo tenía 2 años y no paraba de hablar de ella porque le encantó. Ella es un nanny que deseo a tener otra vez."
Rosa L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 21-year-old student attending James Madison University with 3+ years of childcare experience.
Before I return to school for the fall, I will be taking babysitting jobs until August 10th. My schedule is extremely flexible this summer, as I can work anytime Saturday - Sunday.
Please do not hesitate to reach out!
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Olivia was great with our 4 month old. She was very patient and was a huge help. She was able to feed him, play with him, and put him to bed each day and help us prep his kit for daycare!"
Gary D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ariana and I will be attending law school this upcoming fall! I am currently only looking for jobs that consist of occasional child care, such as date nights, week-day evenings, or a daytime weekend. As the oldest sibling of four, I have always watched over children. I have been babysitting for a little over six...
Ariana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brianna B.
Fairfax, VA
$18-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Brianna! I am 21 years old and currently in college! I am majoring in elementary education and love kids! Activities and playing outside is great but also movies and just hanging around! I have been babysitting since I was around 15 (not my own siblings) and have grown very comfortable with kids! I have experience with...
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
4.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I graduated George Mason University in December majoring in childhood education and minoring in childhood studies. I am now getting my masters degree! I have babysat children since I was 13 and have tons of experience. I have a lot of younger siblings that have helped me prepare for babysitting as well. I have a ton of...
Tabitha can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Sweetest most respectful girl we have ever had the pleasure of nannying our children , both Kayden and Alexis loved her and said Tabitha was their favorite out of all the Nannie’s we have tried in the past months ! Can’t wait to have her come back to our house !"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Emily C. and I have been babysitting/tutoring for 4 years. I've had much experience caring for children in the past, including 2 long-term families I've been with as well as summer schools and camps! I was a teaching assistant for three summers for classrooms of kids ages ranging from 4-13. I was required to...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Very responsible and good at fulfilling needs"
Hannah K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Imoni! I have 11 years of childcare experience that expands across all age groups (including families of multiples and individuals with special needs). I also have a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and previously worked at 2 outpatient pediatric therapy clinics. I currently work part-time and am looking for...
Imoni can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kids love her, very reliable, dependable and helpful!"
Care member
4.4
(7)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rachel and I am interested in babysitting for your family. I have lots of experience with children of all ages including babies, toddlers, young children, teens, and special needs children and I now have my own little one born in April 2023. I started babysitting in high school and have never stopped. After...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"My kids just love Rachel! She is super sweet and dependable. Rachel has been babysitting for my family for our occasional date nights for almost a year now. I always have peace of mind knowing my two boys are in good hands when I leave the house."
Maria F.
Elena A.
Fairfax, VA
$23-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am a very responsible, reliable and caring person. I am passionate about furthering my time in the Nanny field so that I can continue doing what I love and broadening my experiences.
5.0
"Elena is amazing. She’s very patient, clean, organized, responsible, honest and punctual. I had an excellent experience having her helping us. "
Care member
Maria Helena B.
Fairfax, VA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Helena, 28 years old, I speak English and Portuguese, I'm a teacher and worked in early childhood education in a daycare center for two years, I also have two years of experience as an Au pair and I currently work as a nanny. During this period I served children from 2 months to 12 years old. I am a strong driver, I...
Maria Helena can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria was amazing. She was not only so sweet and kind to my kids, but she was helpful around the house as well. Both of my daughters adored her and I recommend her to anyone looking for childcare. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently an employee of the government and live in DC. Ever since I was old enough I have been taking care of children all throughout my neighborhoods and surrounding communities. I have babysat children in the past ranging from 1-12 years old. I have been a dance and tumbling coach before for elementary school children. I...
Madeline can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Bernadette F.
Fairfax, VA
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable, Experienced, Educated, And Fun Nanny Available!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began caring for and being around infants and small children at the age 12. After high school, I was a Nanny in the San Francisco Bay area for a retired 49'ers player. After returning to the Pacific Northwest I began working in Preschools. I continued in that field for over a decade until the birth of my third child. At that...
Bernadette can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bernadette is superb and focused. When with your children 100% of her is focused on them. Very dependable and trustworthy. "
ZaZa B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fairfax, VA
Ofeliya T.
5.0
Ofeliya is a wonderful person and a professional caregiver to your children. She is very patient and an excellent listener. She will play with your children with passion and enthusiasm. I trusted my two children to Ofeliya without hesitation. She is very adaptable and adjusts her style to the...
- Sevinj M.
Maria R.
5.0
Maria has been our nanny since May 2023, caring for our 2-year-old daughter and watching our older children (8 and 10) whenever they're home. She is extremely caring, affectionate, and patient, and always keeps our daughter engaged in crafts, outdoor play, educational activities, and reading. She is...
- Gul G.
Lucia M.
5.0
Lucia is a great person with a lot to offer, and is an amazing person at heart. Lucia is flexible, understanding, respectful, polite, and most of all amazing with my Little one! and she keep me posted with videos and photos of my son activities.I couldn't ask for more. I'm very happy, satisfied and,...
- Veronica L.
Viviana R.
5.0
Viviana has been our nanny for the past two years, since our son was 2 months old. She is the most caring and attentive nanny you will find. She truly loves our son and gives him undivided attention. She comes up with creative learning games and ways to get our son's energy out. She is fun,...
- Lindsay O.
Sydney L.
5.0
Sydney was punctual and very friendly. She was immediately engaging with my two young boys. They have both asked when she is coming back and said they had a fun time with her. We would love to hire her again in the future!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fairfax, VA:
How can I find a Fairfax babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Fairfax, VA?
The average rate for Fairfax, VA babysitters on Care.com is $20.53 per hour as of February 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 Fairfax, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Fairfax, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 142 reviews of the 180 listed babysitters.