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395 babysitters are listed in Richmond, VA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Richmond, VA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ashley! I have been a sitter for over 10 years and have experience working in a child development center setting for over 4 years. I have the most experience working with infants and toddlers but I also have several years of experience babysitting and teaching STEM to school aged children. I am currently...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashley is a wonderful caregiver and friend. She is kind and goes the extra mile whenever she has watched my kids. For example, bringing toys, crafts and ingredients to make fluffy slime (which my two boys still rave about to this day). I know she would be a...
Deanna W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a student at VCU majoring in Fashion Merchandising. I just finished my freshman year and am looking for a summer job. I've had experience taking care of children through babysitting my baby sister (3 years old), younger cousin (8 years old), and little brother (10 years old). I'm very passionate about taking care of children...
5.0
"Julia was a perfect nanny. She was communicative and friendly, and great with my son. She went above and beyond by folding laundry for us after he fell asleep. I would definitely hire her again and I highly recommend her."
James L.
5.0
(1)
I have 1 year of experience with babysitting but years of experience with children in families through volunteering, internships, and jobs. I can help with various amounts of tasks depending on what is needed. I am currently in Graduate School at Virginia Commonwealth University in the School of Social Work.
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Destiny was so sweet! She was very flexible and able to help out last minute. My daughter had a great time with her and she was great with communication. Definitely recommend! "
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Madison B.
Richmond, VA
$16-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Fun Baby Sitter And Always Eager To Do More Indoor And Outdoor Activities
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have about 2 years of childcare experience when it comes to daycare/ school environments then I have around 5 years of regular babysitting experience! I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison is amazing!! We are very lucky to have had her watch our child."
Christine R.
Ashlyn G.
Richmond, VA
$20-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi!! My fiance and I are moving to Richmond in July for him to start Pharmacy School and I am looking for full time work. :)
I have my Bachelor's degree in Social Work from JMU. Over the past two years I have been working in a middle school as a Social/Emotional Counselor in Charlottesville and I have absolutely loved every...
Ashlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ashlyn is wonderful. She has extensive experience in caring for children of all ages, all children who have absolutely loved spending time with her. She's creative and intuitive, emotionally intelligent, and enthusiastic. I've witnessed her be a positive influence...
Dylan S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had been a babysitter for a long time typically taking jobs for family friends, friends. After college I started working as an employment consultant for adults with disabilities for 4 years. I then took a job as a paraeducator in an elementary school this past year. I love spending time with kids and playing games or going...
Halie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Halie is awesome! My kids love her and I trust her completely!"
Kelly P.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Kelsie and I'm currently a 22-year-old VCU alum. I have about 4 years of babysitting experience under my belt and two years of experience on the Care. com app where I have worked for about 10 families total so far! I have experience working with children with physical + developmental disabilities through my...
Kelsie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Super sweet girl and my kids had a lot of fun with her! Would recommend."
Sasha B.
Connie L.
Richmond, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time (That Might Work Into Full-Time) Baby Sitter, Errand Runner, Homework Helper
4.0
(1)
I substitute to teach preschool children, ages infant to 4 years and taught two sessions of summer camp for 4-year-olds. I drive a 5-year-old child weekly for 9 weeks to ballet and gymnastics. I babysit frequently for 15 great nieces and nephews ranging from 4 months to 14 years.
Most recently, I have been a nanny for an infant...
Connie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
4.0
"Connie has been a wonderful reliable sub for the Preschool for several years. She has always been available at a moment's notice. She comes to school prepared to help out in any classroom. Our ages range from 8 months to 5 years. She is willing to jump in and is...
Becky M.
Natalie S.
Richmond, VA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Located in the Museum District, I'm looking mainly for date night jobs or one time jobs outside of business hours. Former swim camp counselor and ballet teaching assistant, babysitter for ~5 years before college/also in summers. Smart and creative, I love kids and I can connect with even the shyest ones. Worked as an...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Natalie was a perfect fit for our family (and especially our little guy, 4). She was not only punctual and dependable but she kept our son engaged: story-time, board games, art, and bike rides. We'd definitely hire her again. She's the type of sitter that you and...
Theon G.
Monet P.
Richmond, VA
$22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am located primarily in Richmond Virginia, Fayetteville nc , and Jacksonville nc
Responsible babysitter with experience caring for children during weekends, evenings, and summer and winter breaks. Skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities, while demonstrating priority in childrens safety and well-being....
Monet can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Early Education
5.0
"I've hired Monet as a recurring nanny for my family she is very dependable and hard working she helped with the care of my children as well as my elderly mother as she has experience in senior care she created various fun and educational activities to keep my...
Marisa J.
Emma W.
Richmond, VA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Emma. I'm 22 years old and just moved to Richmond after completing my Bachelor's degree in Public Relations at Longwood University! I have years of experience between babysitting, nannying, and help raising my own sibling who just turned 8. I'm no stranger to the chaos that childcare can bring! My main focus...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Arrived on time and was great with our kiddos!"
Nicole T.
Sophia S.
Richmond, VA
$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My boyfriend and I just moved to Richmond for him to go to VCU in the fall. I am an aspiring hairstylist but I'm looking for part time work until I find my salon home! My overall experience is 4 years, from infant care to age 7. I was a Montessori teacher for 2 years and then moved on to being a full time Nanny for...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophie was really good with our kids (ages 2 and 4). She jumped right in and did a great job engaging them. She handled sibling conflict, tired-kid melt downs, and toddler defiance with kindness, patience, and support. We look forward to hiring Sophie again in the...
Rebecca C.
Valerie A.
Richmond, VA
$23-27/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating young minds. I have two years of experience caring for children of various ages and have a deep understanding of their developmental needs. My educational background includes some college.
I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing games...
5.0
"My boys loved having Valerie watch them! She was always punctual and was super sweet. She was great at communicating throughout the day with me about things while I worked. I would definitely hire her again."
Elizabeth J.
5.0
(1)
I have over 20 years experience in caring for children of all ages. I am a loving mother of three children, ages 31, 26 and 13years old. I have raised two children as A-B honor roll students. I am CPR certified and licensed with the Department of Health Professions for 20years. I am an advocate for children and would love to...
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I worked with Elizabeth on a case. Her expertise is superb and second to none. She's an honest, dependable, reliable and most of all a very compassionate Caregiver. She is a certified CNA, which stands above most. Her experience in giving professional care is...
Donnamarie N.
5.0
(1)
My name is Giovanna but to make it easy for the kids I go by Gio! I love working with kids of any age and helping them grow, flourish, and learn everyday. I have experience with multiples and children from infant age all the way to school age. I love spending time outside in nature with the kids and having fun learning...
Giovanna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Gio has been a wonderful caregiver to our almost two-year-old for the past 9 months. She is punctual, patient, and always stays engaged with our child. She has also been very flexible with her time and has been able to accommodate shifting work schedules. Gio is...
Care member
5.0
(3)
I'd describe my personality as kind, creative, and organized.
I like working with kids because they make me appreciate life and give me a new outlook on living.
I'm looking for a job that gives me reasonable and consistent responsibilities that I am able to do.
I started working with kids when I was little and taking care...
Shams can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Shams is reliable, caring, and our kid absolutely loves her. Super grateful for her help - definitely a solid 5-star babysitter in our book!"
Erick G.
5.0
(1)
I am an Overnight Postpartum doula specializing in emotion and physical support for moms, parents and their families.
I also have experience with special needs, respite and childcare. I have worked at a private school setting where I provided care for Pre- k all the way up to school age children. My duties included but were not...
Cierra can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cierra was a great fit for our family, we were sad to see her go! "
Ryan D.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Ashley.
I am fun and out going person. I love playing and entertaining children. I have lots of experience taking care of children from new borns to 11 years old. I have babysat for six different families here in Richmond over the last 6 years. I have a degree sociology. I have my references upon request.
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley nannied for us and took care of our twin infants for 6 months. She was always on time, dependable and genuinely cared about our babies. She took great care of our children, dogs and our home during her work hours and always went above and beyond to make sure...
Adrian R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, Friend! I'm so glad you've decided to take the time to get to know me! My name is Morgan, and I have 6+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion began at 14, and I've loved every moment since.
I am CPR and First Aid certified, have a reliable SUV with a clean driving record, and am a non-smoker....
Morgan can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Morgan has a winning personality and got along well with my daughter. She is also flexible and adapted well to changing circumstances."
Lestin J.
Carly N.
Richmond, VA
$25-37/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Carly! I am currently a first year masters student at William and Mary studying Marriage and Family Counseling. I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. Additionally, I worked as a Behavior Technician for children on the spectrum last summer. I Have experience...
Carly can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Carly was great with my daughter! She took her time to learn her favorite things to do and even found fun stuff for us to do together. She worked with my daughter with such care and attention, she understood she had special needs due to her being autistic and...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Richmond, VA
Ashley P.
5.0
Ashley is a wonderful nanny. She watched my daughter when she was 5 months old. I was impressed that she was able to handle watching my daughter along with her own at the same time and I was never worried about my daughter's care. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for childcare!
- Kristen G.
Julia A.
5.0
Julia was a perfect nanny. She was communicative and friendly, and great with my son. She went above and beyond by folding laundry for us after he fell asleep. I would definitely hire her again and I highly recommend her.
- James L.
Destiny F.
5.0
Destiny was so sweet! She was very flexible and able to help out last minute. My daughter had a great time with her and she was great with communication. Definitely recommend!
- Care member
Madison B.
5.0
Madison is amazing!! We are very lucky to have had her watch our child.
- Christine R.
Ashlyn G.
5.0
Ashlyn is wonderful. She has extensive experience in caring for children of all ages, all children who have absolutely loved spending time with her. She's creative and intuitive, emotionally intelligent, and enthusiastic. I've witnessed her be a positive influence and a reliable caretaker for many...
- Dylan S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Richmond, VA:
How can I find a Richmond babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Richmond, 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 395 babysitters in Richmond, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Richmond, VA?
The average rate for Richmond, VA babysitters on Care.com is $17.77 per hour as of December 2024. 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 Richmond, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Richmond, VA through Care.com. As of 2024, 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 Richmond, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Richmond, VA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 150 reviews of the 395 listed babysitters.