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60 babysitters are listed in McLean, VA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in McLean, VA
4.7
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I recently graduated with a BS and am helping families with childcare outside of my full time job. My more than 8 years of experience prepares me to prioritize safety and find ways to have fun and learn.
Katia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Katia has helped us a few weekends while I work and my husband gets some things done. She is always on time, happy, friendly, patient, helpful, kind, and ready to tackle the day with my 2yo and 7month old! We are incredibly lucky to have found her and would...
Amanda F.
Carolyn A.
McLean, VA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Looking For Full-Time/Part-Time Position
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Carolyn, I am 26 years old and very interested in your job posting. I have been a professional nanny for the past 5 years and I am looking for a nanny or babysitting position starting at any time. I currently live in McLean, VA. I graduated with my B. A. in Criminal Justice in May 2020 and started graduate school in...
Carolyn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Super sweet girl! My kids adore her and so do we! She patiently helps my 3 with homework after school, plays with them, and even spoils them a little sometimes! She's like part of the family now."
Rae W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 3 amazing kids, I am a loving and caring person. My kids are my priority in life, they are grown up now, my oldest son is 28 years old and he is an architect, my daughter is a lawyer and my youngest is in medicine school. I can take Care of your kids as if they are my own, my recipe for that is lot of attention...
Suhair can also help with: Travel, meal prep
5.0
"Suhair is more than wonderful with kids and pets as well. I always go to her whenever I need an extra pair if hands !"
Siwar A.
Marylibi K.
McLean, VA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.6
(9)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I love taking care of children. I have one of my own who is now 23 and in college. I have been a nanny going on 20 years now with my experience stemming from infants to elementary school and further.
Marylibi can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mary has been working with us for over 2 years now. She cares for my 2.5 year old and 5 month old daughters. She is incredibly reliable and consistent and our girls adore her. She’s become a part of our family and we are so happy to have found her! "
Yasamin B.
5.0
(22)
Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I currently do live-out nannying for families during the week. I have availability on weekends for occasional care or date day/night sitting. I love being hands on with children and have experience with children of all ages. I have numerous references and am open to any questions anyone has. I look forward to...
Elise can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Since our schedules didn't end up working out, I didn't hire Elise, but I did interview her. She was so responsive and willing to work with me. She kept me updated on everything I asked. Many candidates cancel last minute or don't even show up/respond to scheduled...
Diana T.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I consider myself a responsible, patient, fun, loving, creative, quick learning, trustworthy, honest, and kind person.
I studied Public Management as an undergraduate. Non-smoker, COVID-19 fully vaccinated (+booster), all the vaccinations updated including TDap and influenza, also I have international vaccine card including...
Gabrielly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Professional, reliable, and much appreciated baby sitting services. Would recommend ++."
Arshya V.
Leslie J.
McLean, VA
$23-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Leslie. I graduated from UVA. I'm currently working as a medical assistant as I apply for PA school. I worked in the daycare (ages 4 weeks+) at a gym for 5 years. I have been babysitting for the past 8 years. I am certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR.
Leslie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Great care provider. Effortless communication before hiring. Interaction with child during care was ideal. Will definitely re-hire at very next need for in-home childcare."
Joe C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I am now 26, and have multiple references to provide. I have experience with multiple age groups. I am accustomed to driving children to activities, helping with homework, and having fun together! I am also used to helping with chores around the house, cooking, and pet-sitting if...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Jennifer is so warm, caring, and responsible, and a joy to work with. She has watched our 6 and 3 year olds many times and we trust her completely. Both our kids get so excited when we tell them Jennifer is coming and they feel very comfortable with her. We...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I speak fluently English and Spanish. I am willing to help with companion for elderly as well. I am a mom of two wonderful teens. I understand how difficult is to leave your kids under another person's care I was in that position before, I assure you I will take care of your kids from a mom point of view naturally we understand...
Patricia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Patricia is amazing with my son! It is very hard to trust other people with my child but she takes care of him as her own. She is very compassionate, patient, punctual and my son loves her. I do not trust a lot of people but I trust her. I would totally recommend...
Shellie M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
hello!
I'm a really outgoing person that loves going on walks, playing outside and doing arts and crafts. I will make sure to provide a safe and supervised experience for your kids, but also a fun experience as well. If your kid is high energy that's not a problem at all because so am I. I'm happy to help with errands, carpool,...
Nicolas can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicolas is an incredible caregiver with a kind and professional attitude. He's dependable, hardworking, and genuinely cares about helping others. I couldn't recommend him more highly for anyone looking for a trustworthy and skilled individual!"
Kailey B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I've had the opportunity to care for many different children. I have cared for children ages 1 to 16 years. I was responsible for meal time, bath time, homework help, transportation, and many other things. I am a mother to two children, so I have even further experience dealing with all aspects of child care. I love children and...
Leah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was wonderful with my 4 very active boys! They loved her. Thank you so much Leah. "
Asta Dianne C.
Carla S.
McLean, VA
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey, my name is Carla, I'm 27 and I've been taking care of kids since 2015.
My experiences are with infants and toddlers, helping them with everything they need, including fun time, Preparing meals, encouraging their development, and, of course, keeping them safe.
Here are some of my experiences in the US:
I worked three...
Carla can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carla was great! We needed her earlier than she was scheduled and she came and cared for our infant. She was dependable and responsive. Her demeanor is pleasant. She worked well with our infant baby and I plan to work with her in the future."
Robyn R.
Mason E.
McLean, VA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Less Of A Manny And More Of The Older Cousin That Likes Terrible Jokes.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Definitely NOT a witch living in a gingerbread house. I am fantastic with small children and animals. I have 6 years of child care experience, looking after children for family and friends. I have a background in fencing, having worked at a fencing academy, I have experience coaching kids aged 6-18 (and their parents). I can...
Mason can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mason is energetic, engaging, and a really funny guy to be around. He has an easy, natural rapport with our daughter and son (ages 4 and 1) and all the other children we've seen him interact with. He's incredibly imaginative with inventing silly new games and role...
David C.
With two years of experience caring for a child aged 4 to 6, I bring a blend of enthusiasm, energy, and genuine enjoyment of activities like playing with Legos and engaging in sports. My approach is interactive and hands-on, ensuring the child is entertained and stimulated throughout our time together. I'm also adept at...
Anastasia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
I have been babysitting for at least 4 years. I live in a big neighborhood and have babysat many families with children spanning from 0-14! I love kids and could not think of a better job!
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I am the youngest of four with lots of cousins always running around. I have worked in the adaptive sports world for the past 6 years and love being outside! I am CPR and wilderness first responder certified.
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jouadi N.
McLean, VA
$22-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
"Caring Companion: Experienced Babysitter For Your Little Ones"
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Nour and I'm delighted to introduce myself as your dependable childcare partner. With six years of hands-on experience in nurturing and caring for children, I am committed to ensuring your child's well-being and development. Having worked with families from diverse backgrounds, I have honed my skills in providing...
Jouadi can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a UVA grad with over 10 years of experience with babysitting, housesitting and pet sitting! I am currently working in PR full time remotely. I am looking for part time afternoon babysitting or pet sitting jobs in the DC area. I am near the U St corridor, so please reach out if you are nearby.
Samantha S.
McLean, VA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Looking For A Part-time Baby-sitting/ Nannying / Date Night Job.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Samantha and I have 8 years of experience nannying young children. I am a graduate Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in Psychology and two minors in chemistry and biology. For the past 5 years I have worked in healthcare specializing in geriatric care. I love children which is why I started nannying...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Colin M.
McLean, VA
$19-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a passionate childcare provider with two years of experience. My enthusiasm for children's development and my positive experience babysitting inspired me to pursue a career in caregiving. I am dedicated to fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children.
I am patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in McLean, VA
Katia Z.
4.0
Katia has helped us a few weekends while I work and my husband gets some things done. She is always on time, happy, friendly, patient, helpful, kind, and ready to tackle the day with my 2yo and 7month old! We are incredibly lucky to have found her and would definitely recommend her for other...
- Amanda F.
Carolyn A.
5.0
Carolyn was awesome. She took great care of our kids. She is very responsible and caring.
- Jared N.
Suhair J.
5.0
Suhair is more than wonderful with kids and pets as well. I always go to her whenever I need an extra pair if hands !
- Siwar A.
Marylibi K.
5.0
Mary has been working with us for over 2 years now. She cares for my 2.5 year old and 5 month old daughters. She is incredibly reliable and consistent and our girls adore her. She’s become a part of our family and we are so happy to have found her!
- Yasamin B.
Elise H.
5.0
Elise is such a wonderful nanny + babysitter. She is so wonderful with our daughter and I swear she is a baby whisperer! She was able to get our daughter to walk and play in the grass - neither of which she would do with us! Elise is always punctual, reliable and goes above and beyond. We can not...
- Marissa N.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in McLean, VA:
How can I find a McLean babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in McLean, 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 52 babysitters in McLean, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 McLean, VA?
The average rate for McLean, VA babysitters on Care.com is $22.13 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 McLean, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in McLean, 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 McLean, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in McLean, VA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 67 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.