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Find babysitters in Harrisonburg, VA that you’ll love
95 babysitters are listed in Harrisonburg, VA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Harrisonburg, VA
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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I've been babysitting since I was 14. I absolutely love working with kids & Im very trust worthy and reliable. I have multiple references if needed.
I'd describe my personality as trustworthy, reliable, funny, and loving.
I like working with kids because I have nieces and nephews and I grew up with kids all around me, I...
5.0
"Leah was the first babysitter we have ever hired for our children and she was wonderful- so kind and sweet. She's a natural! Our children are 10 months and 1.5 years old and she kept us updated while we were out and the babies were laughing and playing with her...
Jeremy G.
Krista C.
Harrisonburg, VA
$13-15/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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"We were so lucky to have Krista this summer. She has such a sweet personality and was quite popular among our kids. We would hire her again and highly recommend her!"
Mary Y.
Olivia P.
Harrisonburg, VA
$12-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Olivia. I am graduate of James Madison University and now permanently live in the friendly city. I plan to be an educator in the future so I love working with children and gaining further experience for my field. I am caring, loving, and a positive role model for children. I have the following experience as a...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia was fantastic with my son M. She arrived early and was very attentive to my 2 year old son. Having met her for the first time I felt immediately comfortable with her taking care of my child. She made sure M was occupied, safe and happy. Played with him well...
Amanda V.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kristina has been a life saver for our family! She is compassionate, loving, and has done an excellent job keeping up with our very energetic toddler! She lets me know small details of A.a's day and sends pictures, she follows instructions, and she is very easy to...
Virginia M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm currently an art student at Bridgewater College. I was a Girl Scout for 13 years. I've been leading and taking care of children for 10 years in Girl Scouts. I have 2 years experience of taking care of children outside of Girl Scouts. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Carpooling, and arts n crafts.
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
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.
5.0
(1)
*18+ years of experience: nanny, camp counselor, Soccer & Lacrosse coach, Infant Supervisor in a large scale Daycare, Activities Director/Water Park Manager at a 4 diamond Resort *American Red Cross CPR/1st Aid instructor from April 2011 to 2015 *18 credit hours of Early Childhood Education *BS-SUNY Cortland in Recreation *Stay...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Becky is great! She teaches, supports & provides enrichment activities. We love her!"
Kathleen W.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & 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)
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.
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: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, 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.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Angelica! I am a College student here in Virginia. I've been working with children for over five years, ranging from infants to teens, and I absolutely love what I do.
My goal is to create a fun, safe, and loving space where kids can grow, learn, and explore. I believe in the magic of discovery, whether it's exploring...
Angelica can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hello! I had a friend of mine recommended me this wonderful girl to take care of my 4 & 10 year old daughters when I would go off to work. I don't have any family here to do so , so when my friend recommend me her I had no choice. I don't regret it a single bit....
Stephany L.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
I have 8 years of experience in childcare. I can help with light housekeeping, errands, pets, and have often helped with carpooling in the past! I have worked with ages 6 weeks to 12 years old and have an associates degree in Early Childhood Development. I have previously been trained in medication administration and CPR. I...
Bailey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Colleen W.
Harrisonburg, VA
$13-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Evening Babysitter, Weekend Babysitter, Summer Babysitter
I have babysit for about 7 years now. From babies under 6 months, to toddlers, to teens. I have experience with twins and watching several kids at one time. I have driven kids to/from activities. I love being out doors, doing different activities, and really engaging with the children I babysit.
Colleen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Ava B.
Harrisonburg, VA
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Available In 19 Im A Community College Student! I'm Fun And Would Love Be Your Babysitter!
I'd describe my personality as, patient, energetic, caring
I like working with kids because, kids have amazing personalities and are quite funny!!
I'm looking for a job that, is fun and also can work around my work schedules ( if not my job is very lenient about changing!)
I started working with kids when, I've been working...
Jordan Z.
Harrisonburg, VA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fabulous Babysitter, Backup Dancer, And Fort Engineer
Hi! I'm a passionate and energetic 21-year-old with about 10 years of experience in childcare, which began as soon as I could hold another child on my hip. I grew up babysitting both my siblings and kids around my neighborhood, often large groups of children of all ages and backgrounds. I have lifeguard experience as well as ran...
Jordan can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madolyn and I am senior at James Madison University. I have 3 years of experience taking care of multiple children ranging from the ages of 4-13. I can help with any transportation needs, extra curricular or educational activities all while maintaining a safe environment with open communication between me and...
Madolyn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am flexible throughout the week unless I am in class, but I can provide you with my class schedule. My nights are free everyday of the week after 5 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays I am most flexible during the day. I am in Lubbock, TX and cannot figure how to change my location from Kerrville on this.
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind, energetic, and genuine.
I like working with kids because they have the most realistic and positive outlook on life.
I started working with kids as a side job in high school. I love jobs that I can enjoy and look forward to.
In my spare time, I like to go to the gym, be outside, and...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Harrisonburg, VA
Samantha S.
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 every day. We would have hired her...
- Angela K.
Leah B.
5.0
Leah was great. She arrived on time, was kind & courteous, followed instructions.
- Care member
Krista C.
5.0
Krista always has a great attitude, high energy and is playful with children. She also comes on time and is dependable.
- Lana P.
Olivia P.
5.0
Olivia was fantastic with my son M. She arrived early and was very attentive to my 2 year old son. Having met her for the first time I felt immediately comfortable with her taking care of my child. She made sure M was occupied, safe and happy. Played with him well and was very hands on. I recommend...
- Amanda V.
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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Harrisonburg, VA:
How can I find a Harrisonburg babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Harrisonburg, 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 95 babysitters in Harrisonburg, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 Harrisonburg, VA?
The average rate for Harrisonburg, VA babysitters on Care.com is $15.36 per hour as of April 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 Harrisonburg, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Harrisonburg, 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 Harrisonburg, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Harrisonburg, VA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 95 listed babysitters.