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80 babysitters are listed in Roanoke, VA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Roanoke, VA
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey y'all! My name is Abby and I'm 25 years old. My love for children began when I was working in a child care facility when I was in high school. I worked with kids ranging from 8 weeks to 14 years old. After graduating, I worked as a nursing assistant on a pediatric floor in a hospital setting. I am CPR, First Aid, and Nursing...
Abby can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Abby is always on time and always able to help, even when given a short notice! The kids love her, she is up beat and ready to take on my two toddlers everyday. I love her! "
Jamie W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
*Available Saturdays and Sundays for date nights or help during the day*
Hello! My name is Carrie and I am a Certified Child Life Specialist. My career involves working with children who have been hospitalized or are going through treatment. We educate, prepare, and help children cope through their hospitalization.
I work...
Carrie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Carrie Alice has been a wonderful sitter for my three kids. She is warm, caring and enthusiastic with them. They love having her come to sit! She spent the most time with my youngest who was an infant through one year old at the time. This can be a tough age and...
Lauren P.
Jenna C.
Roanoke, VA
$13-25/hr • 12 yrs exp
4.2
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for family and close friends since I was 11 years old. I love any opportunity to be around children and anyone who knows me knows my love for them. I love learning about and catering to the individual needs of each child. I enjoy playtime the most. I love animals, I have two big dogs of my own. Arts and...
Jenna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jenna watched our 3 month old and his 10 month cousin while we were in town for a wedding. She was amazing with the boys, very flexible with our changing schedule and had great communication!"
Charlotte C.
Rebekah S.
Roanoke, VA
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Bekah! I'm a recent graduate I love sports, reading, music, and having fun outside. I've been babysitting neighbors and family friends since I was 14 and have paid experience with elementary and middle schoolers! Feel free to message me for babysitting, tutoring, or pet sitting :)
Rebekah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Bekah has been wonderful with my two boys on Tuesday evenings! She’s always prompt and professional, and the boys love her."
Care member
Deanna S.
Roanoke, VA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
currently employed: part time.
hii, my name is Deanna I am a 25 years old. I have relocated to Roanoke, Va in Jan 2022. I have been babysitting since I was 14 but I have been working in professional daycares for the past 4. 9 years. In total ive been working with children from 6 weeks old to 14 years old for 10. 9 years. I...
Deanna can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Deanna was an amazing help with our daughter from 6 months through 18 months. She consistently followed our schedule, helped with nap training, and helped us as we worked on baby led weaning. She was on time consistently and she also was great at caring for our...
Kathryn M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Grace and I am a professional ballerina with Roanoke Ballet Theatre. I am a caring, loving, and happy individual who loves all children. Growing up, I volunteered in my church's nursery, taking care of children from newborns to 6yo from the age of 17-21. I also grew up in a family with 3 other siblings; 2 brothers...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"My kids and I love Grace! She's great with my kids. She is very tentative to my children and their needs. That was a very big factor when choosing someone to care for my children because my son has Autism. My childcare needs require a lot of good communication and...
Tonee M.
Maria M.
Roanoke, VA
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Or Full Time Nanny And/or Spanish Teacher Available
5.0
(1)
I'm a mother of two (33, and 29). I've been working with children of all ages for close to 25 years and have a degree in preschool education. I've worked in various preschools and elementary schools teaching Spanish. I'm a native Spanish speaker. I can also teach or tutor Spanish at any learning level (children, youth, adults,...
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Sophia, a VT grad with 9+ years of childcare experience, in both professional and private settings. I have worked with kiddos of all ages, but have most of my experience in newborn and infant/toddler care (long term infant nanny, newborn night nanny). My current availability is Wed, Sat, Sun, including evenings...
Sophia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was so great with our little one!"
Patricia D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Karen and I am a senior/child caregiver who moved to Roanoke in May from the Asheville/ Black Mountain area of North Carolina. In the Fall of 2019, I left a leadership role with Biltmore Estate where I managed guest facing teams of 50-80 employees over the past 12 years. I'm interested in working part time in order to...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Karen was an amazing sitter for my children, ages five and seven. She was very active and played with them. My son has ADHD and requires additional patience and considerations. She was amazing with him! My kids really looked forward to her coming over. We trust...
Brooklyn C.
Alexis G.
Roanoke, VA
$13-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the oldest of all my close and distant siblings so I have plenty of experience with children of all ages. During high school I babysat and stayed overnight occasionally. I have cared for kids in all age groups. I am a safe driver and feel confident in my ability to transport children safely. I am responsible and attentive....
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Alexis is amazing and my son loved her! She made him healthy lunches, kept him on his schedule, and would help clean up around the house when needed or when she was able. She was always on time, if not early, and almost always could help last minute if need be....
Deanna M.
Brooke J.
Roanoke, VA
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a college student at James Madison University. I have over 6 years of experience and enjoy watching children of all ages. I can help with light housekeeping, errands or anything you need!! I am very reliable and have many references if needed.
Please message me with any questions!
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brooke is a fantastic sitter! She is always on time. She interacts with the children. She is a fabulous driver! She loves both of my kiddos so much! She has a kind caring nature and will go above and beyond to care for your children. "
Care member
Hello and nice to e-meet you! My name is Alexis and I am a current third-year Medical Student at Virginia Tech.
I have a wealth of more than 15 years of experience in both babysitting and tutoring kiddos of all ages. Prior to coming to VT, I attended UCLA where I studied Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics and...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting ever since I was 10. I'm a student at Virginia Tech and a psychology major. My plan is to become a teacher since I love working with kids. I'm the third child in my family and have been very independent my whole life. I love doing fun out door activities and playing games with the children. I have a car...
Anne can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm from Maryland and I moved to Roanoke, VA in 2013. I have over 16 years of experience in babysitting. I have cared for infants to 16-year-olds. I have worked in the childcare setting before. I was previously a CPR/First Aid certified instructor. I also have experience driving foster kids in a previous job and lifeguarding as...
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Lauren and I have over five years of babysitting experience with every age. I am currently an RN here in Roanoke looking for extra work. I love kids and especially love playing outside with them. I have flexible hours available.
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of children off and on since I was 11 years old and had continued to do so up until I graduated with my Master's degree in 2021. I've taken care of infants to toddlers to children. I interact with them by coloring, playing games, and going outside (this is my personal favorite). I also always make sure I...
Breanna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sierra C.
Roanoke, VA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sierra I am currently a sophomore at Radford University Carilion, but it's technically my first year. But I am going too school for my BSN in nursing. When I am home in northern Virginia I work as a trainer at chick fil a. While I am at school I work at lakeside daycare as a afterschool teacher which I mainly work...
Kayla D.
Roanoke, VA
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing children's development and have 3 years of experience as a trusted and reliable childcare provider. My calm and creative personality allows me to connect easily with children, and I take great joy in helping them grow and learn. I prioritize open communication with parents, using their preferred...
Julia B.
Roanoke, VA
$16-23/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I recently graduated from the University of Virginia. I have previous babysitting experience as I was a nanny for three girls most recently for two years and have babysat on numerous occasions. I have babysat kids of various ages (1-11). I was also a camp counselor, so I worked with large groups of kids of different ages....
Jasia G.
Roanoke, VA
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
As a dedicated and experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth, I bring 7 years of experience to the table as well as mother of a 6-year-old myself. My journey in childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my natural ability to connect with children and foster their...
Jasia can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Roanoke, VA
Abby O.
5.0
Abby is always on time and always able to help, even when given a short notice! The kids love her, she is up beat and ready to take on my two toddlers everyday. I love her!
- Jamie W.
Carrie M.
5.0
Fantastic.
Works very well with multiple kids (in our case two) of different ages (5 and 2). Flexible with schedules and quarantined during the pandemic. Outstanding at her job.
- Ryan S.
Jenna C.
5.0
Jenna watched our 3 month old and his 10 month cousin while we were in town for a wedding. She was amazing with the boys, very flexible with our changing schedule and had great communication!
- Charlotte C.
Rebekah S.
5.0
Rebekah was reliable, kind, trustworthy and hard working. I was well taken care of. I plan of using her again.
- Care member
Deanna S.
5.0
Deanna was an amazing help with our daughter from 6 months through 18 months. She consistently followed our schedule, helped with nap training, and helped us as we worked on baby led weaning. She was on time consistently and she also was great at caring for our young, active dog.
- Kathryn M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Roanoke, VA:
How can I find a Roanoke babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Roanoke, 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 80 babysitters in Roanoke, 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 Roanoke, VA?
The average rate for Roanoke, VA babysitters on Care.com is $16.52 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 Roanoke, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Roanoke, 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 Roanoke, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Roanoke, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews of the 80 listed babysitters.