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376 babysitters are listed in Richmond, VA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Richmond, VA
Kelly H.
Richmond, VA
$13-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there , I am looking forward to meet you and your family I have was a live in nanny for two busy physician for a 18-month-old at the time. I worked for them for over . I also would baby sit occasionally for two couples one physician and stay at home mom. I am open to background check and driver license. Also love pets.
5.0
"Kelly was our amazing unicorn nanny for almost 2 years. She is THE BEST!! She taught my kiddo so much, that he's ahead of his age in many skills. She was very creative, and came up with sets and craft idea, lesson plans, variety of meals for him. She was reliable...
Saira K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an independent, outgoing, and nurturing 23-year-old! I have worked as a Lead Preschool teacher for the past three years with classroom experiences with children ages 12 weeks to 5 years old and nannied children up to 9 years of age. I am transitioning from working in a preschool setting to nannying to focus more on...
Tara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Tara has served as our nanny for almost a year. Our boys love her and I know she loves them, too. She has been extremely dependable and punctual and she has molded into our household seamlessly. She's a sweetheart and I know she'll provide excellent care for your...
Samantha D.
Matilda B.
Richmond, VA
$23-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I know that working with kids means that you are acting as a lense for them to learn about how the world works, even in small ways. I consider my actions, and what effect they might have, carefully. My priorities are first to keep them safe, second to help them learn the skills they will need going forward, and third to make...
Matilda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Matilda is patient, persistent, and reliable. She worked with my 4 kids (11 yr old triplets and a 13 yr old) after school and even took them to after school activities. She really tries to please the parents and work with the kids. "
Care member
Olivia F.
Richmond, VA
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Olivia Your Go To Date Night Of After School Babysitter!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As an older sister of 2, a summer camp councilor, and a babysitter for families in my community from newborns to 14+. Last summer I worked at Camp Trinity, an overnight camp on the beach of NC. Having a job on the water I am lifeguard, CPR, safe church, and first aid certified. As a student enrolled in art school and the arts...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm Isabel -- a pediatric OT with 2. 5 years of experience professionally and about 10 with kids of all ages and abilities! I am energetic and caring and I love being outside, hiking, sports, arts and crafts, and watching Disney movies!! I am available on weekends and some weeknight evenings! Willing to travel up to 30 minutes...
Isabel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I currently live in the fan district of Richmond and am looking for a part time nannying position. I graduated from Virginia Tech and have 6+ years of experience in childcare. I have been babysitting since I was 14, had several nannying jobs before, during and after college and worked at St. Edward's Epiphany School. I have...
Savannah can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Lora and I am a recent graduate of Virginia Tech, now located in the Richmond area. Growing up, I have always had a passion for service and working with children. My childcare experience expands across many age groups, including summer nannying, afterschool pick-ups, occasional date nights, and working at...
Lora can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I have experience caring for special needs kids! I'm also able to do cooking and light amounts of cleaning as needed! I love arts and crafts so if your kids are into that I am totally down to come prepared to get messy!
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hi!
My name is Nora and I'm a 23-year-old recent graduate of the University of Southern Maine. I have about 8 years experience of working with children ranging from ages 2 to 15. This fall will be my first year as an elementary school art teacher and I've very excited! Working with kids is such a rewarding job to have in my...
Nora can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a RN in the emergency department at Chippenham, looking for extra spending money. I would love to help out with your kids of all ages on my days off. I am CPR certified and have extensive experience caring for kids. As an ER nurse I am trained to respond quickly to dangerous situations, so safety of your child is my top...
Sara Jane can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have retired from the VCU Athletic Department after a 25 year career. I am now looking for part-time employment, and have experience caring for children. I can provide impeccable business and personal references. My husband and I have one daughter who attended St. Catherine's School, Appomattox Regional Governor's High School,...
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love kids and enjoy taking care of them. I used to work at a day care and worked mainly with the age groups of 1-3 and 6-10. I am very outgoing and have a strong attention when it comes to the care of young children. Not only am I great with kids but I'm also great with pets as well!!
Madi can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
hello! My name is Ashauni I am a rising junior at virginia state University I have worked with kids most of my life and am planning to become a child psychologist to continue my work with kids I enjoy doing learning activities with kids and also doing art projects I am also willing to take children on trips if allowed!
I'd...
Ashauni can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hi everyone! My name is Olivia and I'm a 1st-Year Elementary Education Major at James Madison University. I'm looking for jobs for when I'm back home during breaks and over the summer.
I worked as a floater teacher (meaning I moved to different classrooms with age groups ranging from three months to school age depending on...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I recently moved to Richmond from NYC for my partner's job. I am looking for part-time and occasional babysitting opportunities. I have watched as many as four children at once, ages ranging from 3-16. I have watched infants up to age 16 and cared for as many as 4 kids at once. I am only available on Mondays, Tuesdays, and...
Katharine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kelsey C.
Richmond, VA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Reliable, Loving Babysitter And Nanny Available
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kelsey, and I am an experienced, reliable, loving babysitter and nanny! I have over 16 years of childcare experience with children from infancy to age 12. I recently moved to Richmond, and I am available for child care in the evenings and on weekends.
I graduated with my Masters in Child Development and...
Kelsey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hi! I am a student at VCU with a very flexible schedule. I absolutely love working with children and have over 5 years of babysitting experience with ages ranging from 1-13. While babysitting, I love to come up with craft ideas, do outdoor activities, and play games, so I am up for anything. I can help with tutoring and...
Hailey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
About me: I recently moved to Richmond to attend nursing school at VCU and I am looking for babysitting jobs while I am in school. I will strive to be a patient, kind, and enthusiastic caregiver for your child/children.
About my experience: Throughout my life I have loved working with children of all ages. After I left my...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
I am very energetic and patient. I have 9 nieces and nephews and I have taken care of all of them. I have also volunteer in summer camps while spending summers abroad in Latin America.
Ruth can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Hi! My name is Tasia, and I am a caring, responsible, and experienced nanny with a love for working with children. I have four years of nanny experience, caring for children from newborns to 9 years old, and I have had the privilege of being a live-in nanny as well.
I am graduating with my bachelor's degree in May 2025 and will...
Tasia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Richmond, VA
Kelly H.
5.0
Kelly was our amazing unicorn nanny for almost 2 years. She is THE BEST!! She taught my kiddo so much, that he's ahead of his age in many skills. She was very creative, and came up with sets and craft idea, lesson plans, variety of meals for him. She was reliable and loving, and truly treated my...
- Saira K.
Tara M.
5.0
Tara has served as our nanny for almost a year. Our boys love her and I know she loves them, too. She has been extremely dependable and punctual and she has molded into our household seamlessly. She's a sweetheart and I know she'll provide excellent care for your household. We have appreciated her...
- Samantha D.
Matilda B.
5.0
Matilda is patient, persistent, and reliable. She worked with my 4 kids (11 yr old triplets and a 13 yr old) after school and even took them to after school activities. She really tries to please the parents and work with the kids.
- Care member
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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 376 babysitters in Richmond, 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 Richmond, VA?
The average rate for Richmond, VA babysitters on Care.com is $18.21 per hour as of March 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 Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Richmond, VA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 178 reviews of the 376 listed babysitters.