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60 babysitters are listed in Salem, VA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Salem, VA
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm a student at Virginia Western and plan on transferring soon to Virginia Tech. I have been caring for my nieces and nephews for the past 4 years on a weekly basis. As well as my regular babysitting I have been a camp counselor for the past 3 summers. That has given me the opportunity to work with children of all ages. I...
5.0
"Eliza means everything to us. She was dependable, and on time. She absolutely loves kids, and our kids love her! She has been with us for as long as I can remember. Taking care of our kids, and helping out around the house. She is an overachiever when it comes to...
Care member
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, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kaitlynne has been a fantastic caregiver to our son from when he was 6 months to just over a year. She cared for another baby at the same time in our Nanny Share. She helped to get them on the same sleep so they had consistent schedules. She's helped them start...
Jocelyn O.
Deanna S.
Roanoke, VA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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.
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
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.
Ashley B.
Elliston, VA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Ashley . and I would love to be a babysitter for you and your child/ren. I am currently taking classes in college for Child Development: Infant and Toddler and I already have 3 certificates from the program. I have an infant and child CPR/First Aid certification and medication administration training (MAT). I...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashley was great at following the schedule and directions for caring for my 7 month old baby. She would text me updates which was nice. My baby was very happy when I got home which is always a bonus! Will definitely have her babysit again!"
Kacie H.
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
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.
Julia B.
Roanoke, VA
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, bubbly, and intelligent!
I like working with kids because it comes naturally to me. I have always just had an instinct to help kids which led to me babysitting a lot throughout middle and high school.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible. Maybe only a few days a week depending on if I...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Sarah! I am 26 years old and was raised in Roanoke. I went to JMU for my undergrad and Liberty for my Masters in Elementary Education. I currently teach first grade at a school in the county. I am looking for a second job during the summer while school is out! My hours are super flexible. I also grew up with...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
For the last 3 school years, I have been a substitute teacher for primarily elementary schools. I'm most familiar with ages 3-10, and can work with up to only 3 as I'm new to one-on-one care outside of a school setting. I'll mostly have availability weekday afternoons and Saturdays. I also offer pet care (6 years experience),...
Shannon can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jessica H.
Roanoke, VA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring, energetic.
I like working with kids because you never know what the day holds. Sometimes it's building the largest fort or chilling and reading books. I love being able to be there to watch them learn and discover new skills.
I started working with kids at a young age. I am the...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have several years of experience working with kids ages 0-15. I am a medical student, so my evenings are weekends are when I'm mostly available. Big fan of getting creative with ways to entertain kids! Also happy to help with their homework and whatever other work around the house would help lighten your load.
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Cailin C.
Roanoke, VA
$13-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, My Name Is Cailin, College Student, I Attend Liberty University. I Am A Fast Learner And Fun
I have 1 year of experience with kids. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have a car for transportation.
Cailin can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Alexis S.
Roanoke, VA
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi there! My preferred name is Alex, 26 years old, since beginning a full time job I mostly am only available for last minute jobs or weekend help. I have many nieces and nephews that I have helped take care of since I was a child myself. I love cooking and baking, plus I have spent some time working in an animal hospital....
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Taylor H.
Roanoke, VA
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with eight years of experience, I'm eager to support your family and provide a safe, enriching environment for your child. My passion for working with children stems from my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of nurturing and positively impacting young...
Taylor can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Salem, VA
Eliza M.
5.0
Eliza means everything to us. She was dependable, and on time. She absolutely loves kids, and our kids love her! She has been with us for as long as I can remember. Taking care of our kids, and helping out around the house. She is an overachiever when it comes to expanding my children’s education....
- Care member
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.
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.
Kaitlynne K.
5.0
Kaitlynne is the perfect combination of reliable and flexible. She cared for our daughter from ages 3 to 9 months, along with another baby for our nanny share. She is always receptive to our guidance and often comes with suggestions for care. She helped transition our gal to solid foods, worked on...
- Kate C.
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 Salem, VA:
How can I find a Salem babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Salem, 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 20 babysitters in Salem, 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 Salem, VA?
The average rate for Salem, VA babysitters on Care.com is $17.15 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 Salem, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Salem, 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 Salem, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Salem, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.