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60 babysitters are listed in Gainesville, VA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Gainesville, VA
Kara M.
Gainesville, VA
$25-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
Hi families,
Im Kara, I've been a nanny for the last 15 years. The first family I worked for,
the kids were a sweet 18 month boy, 3-year-old girl and a 6-year-old girl. I worked for the family for 8 years. I'm blessed to still have a relationship with the family to this day.
The second family, I'm currently working for are...
Sandra C.
Gainesville, VA
$19-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I thrive on making a difference in the lives of children and their families. As a childcare provider with a year of experience, I strive to create a nurturing environment where your children feel safe, loved, and encouraged to learn and grow. With my calm and friendly nature, I'm able to easily connect with children and build...
I am a compassionate mother of 3 grown children and grandmother. Throughout my life I have enjoyed caring for elderly and children of all ages. I am CPR & First aid certified. I am currently taking care of my elderly mother who lives with me but does not require full time assistance and would love to provide child care part...
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Ashley H.
Gainesville, VA
$26/hr • 7 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was double digits I've enjoyed helping out to make the parents life easier ever since!
One thing you should know about me is I'm the easiest person to get along with :)
My skills include keeping the child/ children protected, happy & well fed!
Tais M.
Gainesville, VA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've always loved caring for children and helping them learn and grow. I have three years of experience as a childcare provider, and I have a college degree. I'm passionate about creating a safe, nurturing environment for children, and I believe in fostering their creativity and imagination. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and...
I am a mother and was a home childcare provider for 10 years. I enjoy working with infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers, and love watching them learn. I have taken many child development classes offered by the County and knowledgeable about their development needs. I am fun-loving, reliable and dependable. I am looking for a part...
Sita can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kyle S.
Gainesville, VA
$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have several years of experience with children of a wide variety of ages. My mom was a Foster Parent when we lived in Chesapeake, Virginia and I spent a lot of time helping her care for foster children with as many as 6 kids at a time. We adopted one foster child who has special needs such as Autism, NAS (Neonatal abstinence...
Kyle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(1)
I have years of experience caring for children in a day care/preschool setting, as well as, I have been a nanny for twins. I am passionate about children because of the great impact you can make on their lives and really contribute to their success in the future. I love their energy, as I am very active also. I have a lot of...
Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda is wonderful. My daughter loves her and is happy to see her when I drop her off. Amanda is flexible with our schedule. She takes her for walks on a regular basis instead of keeping her indoors all day. She sings, dances and plays with her instead of using...
Wendy B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
College graduate. Experienced childcare giver and former homeschooling mom. Great cook! Experience in hospitality, professional organization, office administration, customer service. Love to help busy moms/dads and caring for children. Very friendly, personable, creative, dependable, and honest. Enjoy engaging children in...
Tracy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tracy is an incredible human being and I am so grateful to know her and entrust her with my children. She has been a valuable asset to our family and brings such joy, fun, and creativity. Tracy is always punctual and organized. She is so amazing at interacting with...
Christina W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been watching after kids since high school when I first started babysitting. I have two younger siblings ages 14 and 18. I am comfortable with pets as I grew up with two German shepherd and have a cat named W. I love children and plan to attend nursing school and work with children in the future:) I just graduated from...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Hannah was awesome! We were very nervous bc it was our first time using a non relative sitter but our daughter had a great time. She went above and beyond fully engaging in fun activities and made our shy girl come out of her shell. Will definitely rehire in...
Kristen B.
5.0
(2)
I started working with kids after I gave birth to three of my kids and they grew a little. I worked at my church's kids ministry with different age groups ranging from infants to middle schoolers.
One thing you should know about me is that I have three kids and one of my kids already graduated high school. So I have experienced...
Aster can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"If I could rate higher than 5 I would. From day 1 Aster has impressed us with her intuitive and patient parenting style. We literally offered her a raise on day 2 so we wouldn't lose her. She is THAT good. It is evident that she has not only raised her older kids...
Haylee U.
Angelina S.
Haymarket, VA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! :)
My name is Angelina, I come from a big family with lots of young children. I have experience with children of all ages, genders, and quantities from babysitting my own family, neighbors, and working at an after school care. I am currently attending online college, on my breaks I like to help out parents that need...
5.0
(1)
Hello, potential families!
My name is Lindsay and I am a mom to three boys ages 5, 9 and 12. I have extensive experience with kids of all ages. I have worked with children since I was 13 years old (I am 39 now). My experience ranges from babysitter, nanny, sailing instructor, Autism Therapist, and camp counselor! My youngest is...
Lindsay can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great with my kids, they always loved seeing her!"
Michelle F.
Fabiola B.
Centreville, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I worked on and off in private schools and daycare centers. Your children will receive appropriate attention and care.
Fabiola can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Fabiola watched our 2 year old son for the past 2 months. She has been a fantastic caregiver and I'm not sure what we would have done without her! She provided him with tons of activities and games so he was never bored. When the weather was nice they would go to...
Erica S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a 19-year-old nanny who loves art and baking sweet treats from scratch. I have been drawn to working in childcare ever since I was young. Growing up I would often look after my younger relatives as well as children belonging to close family friends. As a High School senior I took two courses on early childhood development...
Arabella can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I should call her Mary Poppins, only she didn’t have an umbrella. Lol. Really helped out my family in a pinch and my daughter loved her. Very grateful. ☺️"
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Vivian R.
Centreville, VA
$10-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Young Adult Looking Into Caring For Toddler-aged Children.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Vivian. I have experience with children of all ages (Infants-School age) from working at La Petite Academy as well as Primrose School. I love kids of all ages and enjoy having conversations with them and getting to know all the cute and quirky personalities of those I meet. Kids are interesting! There's definitely...
Vivian can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Vivian babysat our 3 sons for 2 specific dates that I needed. The boys are 11, 8, and 3 and they enjoyed Vivian. Vivian was punctual, communicative, trustworthy, and was able to get the boys to bed with no issue. We will definitely have Vivian back again."
Suzanne S.
4.6
(12)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Kathy I've been working with children for 9 years now. I worked with all age groups during those 10years. I'm currently a full time preschool teacher assistant for Manassas Park City Schools and babysit during the evenings and weekends. I'm also currently in school pursuing my degree in Education. My passion...
Kathy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CNA
5.0
"Great with the kiddos and always positive. Her help was greatly appreciated."
Cleo C.
Hannah B.
Bristow, VA
$10-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Hannah and I love working with and taking care of kids. I started babysitting when I was 12 and have been working in a daycare center for the last three years. I have experience with new borns up to school age children. While taking care of kids I enjoy engaging in age appropriate activities that can help them learn...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I can’t tell you enough how wonderful Hannah is. She is really sweet and professional and within mins my husband and I knew that our little love was going to be in great hands. We will absolutely hire again when she’s available. "
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Rebecca W.
Bristow, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Becca. I'm dance teacher with a BFA in Dance and Choreography from Virginia Commonwealth University (2015). I have extensive experience working with youth aged 2-18 and have also spent years babysitting, including infants. I'm responsible, compassionate, and have a bubbly personality. I recently moved to Bristow, VA and...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Simran D.
Haymarket, VA
$14-19/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! my name is Simran I am a college student who has had a lot of experience looking after children 6 years to be exact. I am a very reliable and patient person who will provide a safe and stable environment. I am willing to do any additional tasks required such as errands, carpool, cooking and cleaning. Personally I am...
Simran can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Simran watched my 3 month old son at the time for almost 6 months, part-time. She always let me know when she was on her way. She was kind, caring, responsible, and trusting. She followed instructions, adhered to routine, and asked questions if there was something...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gainesville, VA
Amanda W.
5.0
Amanda is wonderful. My daughter loves her and is happy to see her when I drop her off. Amanda is flexible with our schedule. She takes her for walks on a regular basis instead of keeping her indoors all day. She sings, dances and plays with her instead of using TV.
- Wendy B.
Tracy W.
5.0
We hired Tracy to help out with my dads care - she was phenomenal!!! It was difficult at first because he was a little reluctant but she made such fast friends with him and he was always looking forward to her visits from day one. Not only was she great at the basics but she regularly went above...
- Care member
Hannah C.
5.0
Hannah did a great job with my 4.5 year old and 9 month old boys. She engaged and played with them and they really seemed to like her. I would hire again!
- Care member
Aster A.
5.0
If I could rate higher than 5 I would. From day 1 Aster has impressed us with her intuitive and patient parenting style. We literally offered her a raise on day 2 so we wouldn't lose her. She is THAT good. It is evident that she has not only raised her older kids wonderfully, but she nannies as if...
- Haylee U.
Lindsay W.
5.0
Great with my kids, they always loved seeing her!
- Michelle F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gainesville, VA:
How can I find a Gainesville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Gainesville, 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 27 babysitters in Gainesville, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Gainesville, VA?
The average rate for Gainesville, VA babysitters on Care.com is $18.81 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 Gainesville, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Gainesville, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.