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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience working with children. I've always been an active babysitter. I've work in daycares, preschools and other organized activities such as VBS. I can help with family housekeeping, errands, Laundry, etc. I love doing fun crafts and STEM projects with children of all ages! I do very well with non...
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Courtney has been an asset to our family and is so great with our two boys. She is dependable and trustworthy. We will miss her so much when she moves to Staunton, but we are grateful for the time she spent with our boys!"
Savannah L.
Myla L.
Harrisonburg, VA
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Myla and I am a student at James Madison University double majoring in Psychology and Sociology and hoping to pursue a Masters Degree in Addiction Studies after I graduate this upcoming December. I have a very open schedule this summer besides a few planned vacations. I enjoy going on hikes, spending time outdoors...
Myla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Myla has been watching my kids for the past few years now. They love her so much and enjoy spending time with her. She encourages them to use their imagination and explore new activities"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Emma, I am currently a full time nanny, and been have been one for about 3 years now. My passion is caring for children and helping them grow, learn, and navigate the ways of life as best I can!
I have over 8 years of babysitting exeperience with children ages newborn to 10 years old. I am CPR & First Aid...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emma was our nanny/sitter for 6 months before she sadly moved away. I have a one year old and a four year old who both adore her. She was always on time, attentive, caring, cautious and playful with both kids. I never worried about their safety and they were always...
Care member
5.0
(14)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Maxwell, and I'm a childcare provider with childcare experience since 2015. I'm skilled at creating fun and educational activities that prioritize your child's safety and well-being. I have 12 related certifications, including advanced childcare training and CPR/First Aid Training. I strive to model...
Maxwell can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Max was great with our kids. He can prepared with a copy of his ID and background information and a list of activities he would love to do with the kids. When requested he played our old piano beautifully and my daughter was so impressed. He has kept up to date...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have homeschooled 2 of my children all the way through high school, using Waldorf methods. I also babysat 2 active little boys for 2 years very recently. I love being outdoors and I very much promote reading! I would love to supply some references. I minored in art in college and enjoy doing arts/crafts with kids- also taught...
Sherry can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sherry is great. She is excellent at playing outdoors with our daughters 1 year old and 4 year old. She often brings books or crafts to do as well. She is calm, creative, and treats my children with respect. "
Mallory H.
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: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
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.
Halina G.
Crozet, VA
$14-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Charlottesville Area Babysitter With 10+ Years Of Experience
Hi parents! I'm Halina and I'm an experienced sitter with over 10 years of experience with childcare, including babysitting, tutoring, and summer camp counseling. I just graduated from UVA and I'm looking for a part time summer position during the day time (will need evenings free to attend my restaurant job).
I love kids of all...
Halina can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Abigail O.
Staunton, VA
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My experience as a babysitter, substitute teacher, teacher's assistant and my college degree in psychology have prepared me well to care for children of all ages. I'm known for being patient and calm, as well as creative and imaginative. I enjoy playing outdoor...
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...
Robin J.
Greenville, VA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
When I was 14 years old I had my first job babysitting. It was my home health aids children. She took care of me for the five months I was recovering from a car accident and I babysat her three kids after I got better. I babysat a 5-year-old, a two and a half year old, and an infant that was only 16 months old. I worked for them...
Robin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Courtney W.
Harrisonburg, VA
$11-17/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have 7 years of experience working with children. I can help with travel, grocery shopping, light housekeeping and even educational assistance if needed. My family owns a preschool, The Goddard School, which I have worked in over the past 5 years along with additional babysitting for 7 years. I am currently a senior at James...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Morgan B.
Harrisonburg, VA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a sophomore and I am extremely interested babysitting opportunities in mu area.
Caroline R.
Harrisonburg, VA
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My experience in babysitting has shown me that I have a positive impact on children's lives. I'm patient, creative, and friendly. I communicate with parents about their child's day and any issues that arise in their preferred manner. I enforce household rules as...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been babysitting/nannying for about 6 years for newborns to 14-year-olds. I am a lifeguard and certified in AED, CPR, and first aid. I have my own transportation and don't mind pets!
Daniela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Norah S.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I am Norah, a Junior Elementary Education major at JMU. I have been babysitting for 5-6 years and also work at a nursery school at home. I am certified in CPR and first aid and have been a lifeguard for 5 years. I also teach swim lessons in the summer and have experience working with children of all ages!
Hello! My name is Ellie and I have lived in the Shenandoah Valley for 4 years. I am 27 years old and have 6 years of childcare experience as a nanny for three different families. I nannied part time for two families with three children each for 4 years and then a family with one child for a year. I've cared for children ages 6...
Ellie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Riley T.
Crozet, VA
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a junior psychology major at Virginia Tech and babysitting hasn't been my primary means of work for a while since spending my summers waitressing, but I love working with kids! I'm flexible with schedules and a quick learner.
I'd describe my personality as creative, patient, and adventurous. I'm an artist so I LOVE to...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Caroline and I recently moved to Charlottesville with my husband and Labrador retriever! We are originally from Charleston, South Carolina and could not be more excited to live in such a beautiful place!
I am currently searching for a full time or part time nanny position for the upcoming fall! Prior to...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madison I'm new to care. com but I've been babysitting for about 5 years. I've grown up watching kids in the church and in my family, as well as babysitting jobs, and I will make sure your child is my number one priority. I'm looking for a part-time/ full time job, and I am very trustworthy, reliable, and I...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Isabelle and I am an Elementary Education major at James Madison University. I have about a year and a half of experience working with children. I have taken care or and taught children ages 3 to 10 and have loved every second with them. When I'm watching the children I like to help with their homework or provide simple...
Isabelle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fort Defiance, VA
Courtney V.
5.0
Courtney has been an asset to our family and is so great with our two boys. She is dependable and trustworthy. We will miss her so much when she moves to Staunton, but we are grateful for the time she spent with our boys!
- Savannah L.
Myla L.
5.0
Myla has been watching my kids for the past few years now. They love her so much and enjoy spending time with her. She encourages them to use their imagination and explore new activities
- Care member
Emma L.
5.0
Emma was our nanny/sitter for 6 months before she sadly moved away. I have a one year old and a four year old who both adore her. She was always on time, attentive, caring, cautious and playful with both kids. I never worried about their safety and they were always sad to see her leave which was a...
- Care member
Maxwell M.
5.0
Maxwell is really organized and great with kids! He came to our hotel to play with our kids for hours and help them sleep while we visited Charlottesville.
He did a thorough online pre-meeting and has documentation and surveys and stuff. He brought some toys with him for my kids and even asked...
- Andrew B.
Sherry M.
5.0
Sherry is great. She is excellent at playing outdoors with our daughters 1 year old and 4 year old. She often brings books or crafts to do as well. She is calm, creative, and treats my children with respect.
- Mallory H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fort Defiance, VA:
How can I find a Fort Defiance babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Fort Defiance, 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 Fort Defiance, 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 Fort Defiance, VA?
The average rate for Fort Defiance, VA babysitters on Care.com is $11.00 per hour as of January 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 Fort Defiance, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Fort Defiance, 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.