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395 babysitters are listed in Richmond, VA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Richmond, VA
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.
3.8
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have experience babysitting, being a nanny, and working in child care centers. I have experience with a variety of ages! I was previously a nanny in the summer of 2017 where I worked with a 6-month-old and a 4-year-old!
5.0
"I love Brea!!! She was absolutely wonderful. She took great care of my 4 month old and 5 year old. She goes over and beyond. I can't say enough wonderful things about her."
Aundi B.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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, swimming supervision, travel
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.
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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
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.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Super sweet girl and my kids had a lot of fun with her! Would recommend."
Sasha B.
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Arrived on time and was great with our kiddos!"
Nicole T.
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: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, 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...
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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
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)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley is a vibrant, wise, and caring soul. Her personality is of a rare kind. The type that is honest, trustworthy, and respectable. "
Shanik S.
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, 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...
Care member
Rachel H.
Richmond, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Seeking Periodic Caretaking Opportunities In The Richmond Area
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rachel, I'm 27 years old, and I am a Board-Certified Music Therapist working in the health care industry. I currently work as a PRN music therapist and am looking to provide additional care for families in need of extra assistance. I have 18+ years of caretaking experience with children ranging from newborns to...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel is an absolute joy! She was amazing with my daughter right off the bat, and did great with taking care of her. Definitely would have her watch my girl again!!"
Aimee L.
5.0
(3)
Hello! I'm Jackie. I have been nannying since I was 15 years old! My favorite things to do is hike, camp, and go to the river with my 2 dogs (aka my kids). I also love going to concerts and shows. Music is a huge part of my life. I am certified in yoga, I used to teach at gyms as well as a summer camp for 2-year-olds doing...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I am not a review person but after my time with Jackie I can't not write a review. As a mom of 3- ages 8, 4 and 2 I am always concerned about each child getting the attention I give them while I am away. Jackie was amazing- she was able to keep each child...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, creative, and energetic !
I'm looking for a job that I can grow with !
One thing you should know about me is I'm a online college student majoring in psychology to become a child psychologist !
Shawnti can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was very nice and my child loved her. Will definitely hire her again.. she Was on time."
Diahema G.
Antoinette W.
Richmond, VA
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am a mother of four grown children. Grandmother to 12. I am a preschool teacher for 4 years. I volunteered at my grandsons elementary school before that for 8 years I stayed on after he went to middle school. I am looking for a family to help with their children. I love children and crafts it is what I do best. My favorite...
Antoinette can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Toni has been a huge blessing to our lives. She watches my one year old every Saturday and is available for the occasional weeknight. Toni gets on the floor to engage with my daughter - playing, reading books, interacting, talking with her. I never have a concern...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Richmond, VA
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.
Brea N.
5.0
Brea is wonderful! She's great with my two girls (9mo and almost 3yo), kind, and always on time. Would definitely recommend her to others!
- Kristy C.
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.
Connie L.
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 warm and loving in her approach to...
- Becky M.
Monet P.
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 children interested i would recommend...
- Marisa J.
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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 4.7. 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 $18.13 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 Richmond, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Richmond, 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 Richmond, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Richmond, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews of the 395 listed babysitters.