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Find babysitters in Roanoke, VA that you’ll love
76 babysitters are listed in Roanoke, VA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
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, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jenna "Tylor" was great! Kids really liked her and she kept them active which was super helpful."
Justin S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Oriana. I recently graduated from James Madison University with a Bachelor's degree in Media Arts and Design. Alongside my studies, I took on additional roles as a babysitter, which allowed me to develop hands-on experience in childcare. During my sophomore year, I had the wonderful opportunity to care for a 16-month-old...
Oriana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Oriana took care of my one year old in late 2021-mid 2022. She was warm, kind, and very engaging. At times, my son struggled with being away from me, but she was patient and provided him with lots of comfort and reassurance. We miss her and would highly recommend...
Yeimarie L.
Madison C.
Roanoke, VA
$18-24/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been a nanny and babysitter for over 6 years. I nannied consistently for a family with 3 children over the past 2 years and I babysat for nearly 30 families in the 4 years prior. I have experience watching children of all ages and in groups ranging from 1 to 6 children at a time. I have done everything from taking children...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We loved Madison. She took the time to get to know my kids by spending quality time with them and made them feel important. My son loved telling me all about their time together and how much he enjoyed her as his sitter."
Nayrina R.
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 is a great tutor!
If I’m struggling with a concept she always takes the time to re-explain in different ways I can understand. She is very patient and stellar at math. "
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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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.
Isabelle D.
Roanoke, VA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
*professional* Craft Maker, Cake Baker, And FUN Creator!
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm the big sister of 4 younger siblings, a young professional, and I enjoy working with kiddos! I look forward to caring for your little ones while you finally catch a break!
My experience is as follows:
Nursery assistant (ages 1-6)
Babysitting (ages 1-13)
Volunteering (ages 3-16)
Health Education Provider (grades...
Isabelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Izzy is truly a gem. She is kind hearted, smart and funny. My 6 year old enjoys Izzy's company so much that I get kicked out of the door upon her arrival! (..and I'm pretty cool too..lol). Izzy is neat and punctual and introduced us to a network of available...
Jennifer S.
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
Maya J.
Roanoke, VA
$13-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working out, hiking/backpacking, riding bikes, and am very active. While in college, I worked as a respite provider for children with disabilities. I have spent lots of time with kids growing up. I am also vaccinated.
Maya can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maya is awesome!!! We did not know her before we hired her, but her references were great. We hired her to care for our daughter who has a disability. We have teens in the house so we knew if something was amiss they would let us know. However, there was nothing to...
Sandy S.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & 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:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Kaitlynne K.
Roanoke, VA
$20-32/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kaitlynne, and I grew up in California and have been in Virginia for almost three years. I'm a mom to a wonderful 18-month-old, and have seven years of experience! As a young woman I knew that working as a child care provider was right for me. I am very responsible, task-oriented, on-time, dependable, outgoing,...
Kaitlynne can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kaitlynne came to our house early. She watched our 5 month old son. She participates in her church both in the nursery and young adults group, which is important to our family. I did not want to hire a stranger to watch our son, but Kaitlynne is sweet, punctual,...
Niamh K.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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:
CPR
First Aid
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
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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.
Oriana L.
5.0
Oriana took care of my one year old in late 2021-mid 2022. She was warm, kind, and very engaging. At times, my son struggled with being away from me, but she was patient and provided him with lots of comfort and reassurance. We miss her and would highly recommend her!
- Yeimarie L.
Madison C.
5.0
My daughter (2.5 yo) had a great time with Madison. Would hire again.
- Nicole G.
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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 76 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 $16.74 per hour as of April 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 51 reviews of the 76 listed babysitters.