Find Babysitters in Shawsville, VA

I'm a nurturing childcare provider with a genuine passion for fostering children's growth and development. With over four years of experience caring for children aged one to 11, I blend patience and creativity to create a safe and stimulating environment for learning and play. I firmly believe that open communication is key to...

Madison C.

$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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel

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.

Sarah F.

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

I am a substitute teacher during the school year, working towards my teaching license. I will be free all summer, so I'm looking for a job! I have a 9-year-old son who is very social with other kiddos. I would prefer childcare in my own home, but can be flexible. Feel free to message with any questions!

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Sarah babysat my 2 year old on numerous occasions. She is wonderful! Definitely recommend."

Leslie H.

Anne S.

$20-31/hr • 7 yrs exp

RECENT RETIREE LOOKING FOR NEXT ADVENTURE!

5.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Recently retired and looking for a job one day a week to be a sitter for 1 child or 1 elderly person. I have plenty of experience with both in my life, and I've had some wonderful experiences through Care. com. I'm also open to one-time opportunities such as date nights and subbing for an existing caregiver on a need-by basis....

5.0

"Anne is a baby/toddler/small child whisperer. She’s always ready to match their energy level, no matter how much energy they have, and have a great time. She’s also extremely reliable, responsible, and trustworthy. When your kids are with Anne, you can actually...

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Eliza M.

Catawba, VA

$16/hr • 4 yrs exp

About Me

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...

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Jenna C.

$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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning

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.

Tara M.

Floyd, VA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

4.9

(12)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello! If you are seeking an engaging, responsible and nurturing sitter, then look no further. With over 10 years of experience in both daycare and home settings, I bring a vast amount of knowledge and ingenuity to the families I work with. I blend imagination with learning to create a fun but productive atmosphere. My efforts...

Tara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0

"Tara watched our toddler while we were in the DWG area for a wedding. She did a great job and put our minds at ease. Our daughter had a wonderful time."

Mark F.

Adelaide W.

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey y'all! My name is Adelaide and I am from Nelson Co, VA! I am going into my junior year studying studio art and adaptive brain and behavior at VT! I'll be 20 in August 2024. I love working as a babysitter for children of all ages! Most of my experience is from ages 0-6, but I feel comfortable with them all!

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Addy nannied for our 9-12 month old daughter this summer and was wonderful! She was always prompt and willing to be flexible with changing schedules. She is a calming presence and receptive to detailed requests. The perfect caregiver! Anyone would be lucky to have...

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Rebecca H.

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

College Student Open To Part-Time Or Full-Time Positions Based On Need

4.3

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, and thank you for taking the time to consider my profile! I am a college student currently pursuing a second degree in nursing, with my first degree being in developmental/lifespan psychology. As part of my college career, I chose to become an emergency medical technician (EMT) in order to gain practical experience....

Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"You won't be disappointed if you decide to hire Rebecca. She's mature, thoughtful and ambitious. Additionally, she genuinely loves children and pets. I have seen her work and though I never had the need to give her feedback/correction, I can imagine that she...

Melinda L.

Erika R.

$22-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Erika! I am a Blacksburg native who loves caring for little ones! I am not currently looking to take on many regular hours as I am working several part-time positions. Potentially open to considering a few hours midday T/Th depending on my availability. I have been working with infants (my sweet spot!) & children...

Erika can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0

"Erika has been the most incredible nanny to our one-year-old! In addition to being one of the most professional people we've ever worked with, she brings so much joy and excitement to her everyday interactions with our child. Our daughter was so happy to see her...

Meryl M.

Madelyn P.

$15-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Madelyn

5.0

(2)

Hi there!! My name is Madelyn, I am a student at Virginia Tech looking for babysitting/nanny positions. I have years of experience working as both a nanny and babysitter as well as a summer preschool teacher! I have up to date CPR + AED and Safesitter certifications, I have a safe and reliable car and a clean driving record...

Madelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Maddy has been really great with our two little ones. She’s been respectful of our home and asks to make sure she’s doing things like we like. We really appreciate her and would highly recommend! "

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Alexis G.

$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

CNA

First Aid

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.

Victoria D.

$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

5.0

(8)

Hey there! My name is Victoria, but I go by Tori. I am currently a preschool teacher, but have also worked with a variety of age groups in the past, through babysitting, camp counseling, special needs camp, youth group leading, and day cares. I am 24 years old, and am willing to help out with homework, diapers, teaching, fun...

Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Victoria (Tori) was our 5 yr old's daycare teacher, and we also hired her to babysit our 5 yr old and 2 yr old on several occasions. If we could hire her as a nanny, we would do so immediately. As a Daycare teacher, she created amazing curriculum and I was so happy...

Janina K.

Maya J.

$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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.

Maryn T.

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Blacksburg Babysitter And Caretaker

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Maryn! I'm a junior in college at VT studying environmental economics and policy. I have 4+ years of experience as an early education teaching assistant, daycare worker, and babysitter. Along with watching and engaging kids, I can also help with carpooling, housekeeping, etc. I can provide a copy of my resume...

Maryn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0

"Maryn went above and beyond for us, coming over and meeting our daughter before our first visit, and takes excellent care of her. When our daughter got unexpectedly sick Maryn stepped up and handled the situation professionally and capably. I cannot recommend her...

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Abby O.

$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Available

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, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more

Skills:

CNA

CPR

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.

Gracie W.

$13-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

I have been a babysitter for children where I am from before college. I can help with homework or just make sure the children have a good time! I am CPR and First Aid certified because safety is very important! I would be willing to do light house work! I am a nonsmoker and enjoy pets as well!

Gracie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling

Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0

"She was a joy! Always on time, very respectful and kind. My kids loved her and also learned from her too!"

Casey M.

Grace S.

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

A Professional Ballerina Who Loves All Children

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, 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.

Rebecca R.

$13-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Grad Student Babysitter!

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 2 years of experience with babysitting children. I'm currently a graduate student at Virginia Tech. I am happy to help around the house as well as with the children's schoolwork! I am also CPR certified. I will provide appropriate, engaging care to your children.

Rebecca can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance

Skills:

CPR

5.0

"Rebecca was great with my twin girls. I would definitely hire her again."

Care member

Trinity S.

Ferrum, VA

$13-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(3)