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Babysitters in The Plains, VA

Alyssa T.


The Plains, VA

$25-42/hr10 yrs exp

Interactive And Fun Nanny! Open To Regular Work (PT Or FT)

I am a married 30 y/o non-smoker with a Masters degree. I absolutely love kids and my 3 y/o niece is arguably my favorite person ever. I am kind, fun, reliable, and punctual. I have had a myriad of experiences with children ranging from babysitting, raising my younger sisters, volunteering with children who participate in the...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Maria F.


The Plains, VA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Job

Hello, My name is Maria, I am 22 years old, recently married, looking for a full time nanny position. I have a big family, so I have been around children all my life. I have been babysitting for 10 years. I have experience with children of all ages even as young as 2-month-old twins. I have prepared meals, picked up children...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Zoey K.


Gainesville, VA

$18-22/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Zoey and I'm a recent college graduate seeking some extra income. Please feel free to contact me for one-time or recurring jobs. I have experience with all ages and I've worked in daycares, homes, and camps. CPR/first aid certified with a safe driving record and passion for kiddos Fully vaccinated and love pets!
Zoey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

3.0
"While we do feel Zoey is an excellent sitter, she cancelled on us because she was feeling tired. I can appreciate this, and we tried to go for a flexible approach. We said to give us any dates she would like, just commit to them. It is impossible to plan anything...

Josefina T.

Mireya A.


Marshall, VA

$35/hr8 yrs exp

A Nanny You Can Trust!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My experience began during summer vacations in high school watching for some cousins, soon after I took interest in learning about early childhood development through courses in high school. I enjoy it very much and take it seriously as well.
Mireya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Mireya has helped us with our son over the past several months. She has been exactly what we were looking for in a care giver - warm, extremely competent, playful, knowledgeable, and dependable. She has been a great fit for our family. I would highly recommend her!"

Liese D.

Melany R.


Aldie, VA

$25-35/hr20 yrs exp

College Graduate Available For Part-time Care

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a northern Virginia native. I currently live in Stone Ridge with my husband and son. In terms of babysitting, I have done a little bit of everything. I've been a nanny, date night sitter, overnight sitter, party sitter, you name it! Throughout the years I've been able to work with kids of all ages, from infants to...
Melany can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We LOVE Melany! We have a 3yo & 1.5yo and she does amazing with both of them. She is kind, cares deeply about children, and engages both with play and education! We have been using her weekly for the past several months and has made our lives significantly easier...

Nicole B.

Christina P.


Gainesville, VA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Christina! I'm currently in college looking for a part-time job babysitting. I have have been a caretaker for multiple families in the past and have experience with children of all ages. I am a patient, easygoing person and I hope I can be a good fit for your family.
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Chris is very sweet, attentive and genuinely loves children. We would absolutely rehire her again and again."

Candice C.

Amy W.


Gainesville, VA

$20-39/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Care-giver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 adult children. My husband and I moved here in July 2020 due to his employment. I prefer caring for infants. I enjoy spending time with children reading, playing games and going for walks. I completed CPR and First Aid Training in May 2021 and keep my certification current. I am fully vaccinated. I have...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Amy to watch our little one when he was 4 months old and our family quickly felt comfortable with her caring for him. Our little one trusted Amy very easily as well which was assuring. Amy is very engaging, hands on and thought of different activities to...

Care member

Xhesika C.


Haymarket, VA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Xhesika C. and I'm a 23 years old female seeking for a babysitting/nannying job near me. A little background story on me: I am 23 years old, a mama to a 3/year-old baby boy and also a college student as well. I have over 8 years of experience with babysitting since I was 15 years old, with children of all...
Xhesika can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She cared for my two and four year old boys. She was wonderful, she would take them outside to play, read books, made crafts with them daily, and cleaned up after the children. She was always joyful and very kind to the children. Highly recommended."

Joshua C.

Jenna M.


Aldie, VA

$13/hr9 yrs exp

Hi, thanks for checking out my profile! My name is Jenna and I've always loved working with kids! I grew up in a very large family, have 3 younger siblings and naturally fall into the big sister role whenever children are in my care. Creating a safe environment is my #1 priority, but I love nothing more than to make a kid laugh...
Jenna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Sweet as pie and cares for your babies like her own"

Aubrey O.

Elena M.


Aldie, VA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Im a baby sitter in 5 years, I take care the baby, I feed, I chance the diaper and I walk to play ground to play and read the books before he go to sleep
Elena can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Elena 2 months ago to help us daily with the transition from 1-2. She has been such a delight to have around. My toddler now gets so excited when she comes through the door, which is saying a lot because he is very shy. She is amazing with our baby too. I...

Theresa A.

Carmen C.


Gainesville, VA

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

As a professional nanny, I'd like to provide complete care for your children in your home and perform all the tasks that correlate to the care of them. I have 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. My current and previous responsibilities include: Preparing bottles, changing diapers, bathing or supervising...
Carmen can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Shes very knowledgeable about children. My daughter (aged 2) loves her and so do I! She was so wonderful when my daughter was a little baby, that i continue to ask her to care for her!"

dannelle S.

Angelina S.


Haymarket, VA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! :) My name is Angelina, I come from a big family with lots of young children. I have experience with children of all ages, genders, and quantities from babysitting my own family, neighbors, and working at an after school care. I am currently attending online college, on my breaks I like to help out parents that need...

Margaret E.


Warrenton, VA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Creative And Fun Sitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

As the third oldest in a family of eight children, I have had extensive experience with taking care of children of all ages. I've been babysitting and assisting mothers from the age of 10, both in homes and in nursery settings. Growing up, I was the kid who was always outside climbing trees, and to this day, I still really enjoy...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My kids (10 and under at the time) call her "the favorite babysitter"! They even hid her shoes once so she couldn't leave! It's obvious that Maggie has a heart for children. Maggie is firm but very fun. While she's not the tidiest babysitter, she gives the kids her...

Rachel K.

Taylor H.


Warrenton, VA

$16-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Taylor I have worked as a swim instructor as a water babies and stroke development teacher this job requires being hands on with the kids and parents and teaching safety skills that can be used through life I have also worked lots of camps at the swim school and at my barn teaching kids how to build their...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Taylor worked for my family for a year. She was great with my two kids (13 & 15) and did excellent work around the house. We were sad to see her go but we hope that she will come back for occasional date nights and come see us again. "

Tara M.

Amanda G.


Haymarket, VA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Looking Forward To Working With Families Again!!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 30 years of experience working with children of all ages. I was a teacher for 27 years. I specifically geared the latter part of my career working with children that have special needs. Recently, I was a paralegal for a law firm that, unfortunately, had to lay me off due to financial difficulties. I'd describe my...
5.0
"We just hired Amanda but she is already proving to be an absolute God-send for our 3 month old daughter. She is so good with her and is putting this hormonal-mess-of-a-first-time-mom-returning-to-work at ease. Amanda is always a few minutes early, patient and easy...

Amanda M.

Angel C.


Aldie, VA

$24/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Experienced Teacher

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have 5 years of childhood care experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I also am able to help with remote learning and tutoring in various topics.
Angel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Angel did such a great job with our toddler. She arrived early and left time for a discussion, followed instructions that we left, and gave us updates. We'd love to have her again."

Care member

Arabella S.


Warrenton, VA

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

Arabella S. From Warrenton VA

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a 19-year-old nanny who loves art and baking sweet treats from scratch. I have been drawn to working in childcare ever since I was young. Growing up I would often look after my younger relatives as well as children belonging to close family friends. As a High School senior I took two courses on early childhood development...
Arabella can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I should call her Mary Poppins, only she didn’t have an umbrella. Lol. Really helped out my family in a pinch and my daughter loved her. Very grateful. ☺️"

Care member

Charlotte P.


Warrenton, VA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Grandmother Type Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have previously owned and operated a daycare business in my home. I work now in your home and bring all my years of experience with me. I have 20 plus years caring for infants and children. I am warm, caring and very patient. I love reading, singing and taking walks with your child. If you are looking for more of a grandmother...
5.0
"Ms. Charlotte provided in-our-home and in-her-home care for our two young boys. She watched daily from about 2 months old through 2 years of age. When looking for a care giver, we interviewed several people. We knew immediately that Charlotte would be a great...

Robert D.

Nyah K.


Haymarket, VA

$15-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Nyah and I am a sophomore at Virginia State University! My experience with babysitting started at age 12. I started to venture out and babysit children in my neighborhood and different neighborhoods near me. I would watch children independently around the age of 13. I have experience with all ages (starting with...
Nyah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Nyah was my toddler's best friend from 8 mos old to 18 mos until Nyah left town to attend school. She was a Godsend. She kept my child fully engaged in educational activities, took her on walks to the park, and easily put my child to nap. My husband and I work...

Haylee U.

Morgan S.


Gainesville, VA

$20-50/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, outgoing, adventurous. It's perfect for keeping the kids entertained! I started working with kids when I was 12 as a babysitter. Since then, I've worked as a summer camp counselor and as a daycare attendant. Currently I work occasional weekends at a pottery/splatter paint room during the...
5.0
"Morgan was great with my boys and exceeded every expectation."

Tremell L.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in The Plains, VA

Zoey K.

5.0

Zoey was an amazing nanny for our 3 year old! She was always punctual and our son looked forward to spending time with her. She took care of everything from mealtime to potty training. She will be an incredible addition to any family who needs help with childcare!

- Akansha B.

Mireya A.

5.0

Mireya has helped us with our son over the past several months. She has been exactly what we were looking for in a care giver - warm, extremely competent, playful, knowledgeable, and dependable. She has been a great fit for our family. I would highly recommend her!

- Liese D.

Melany R.

5.0

We LOVE Melany! We have a 3yo & 1.5yo and she does amazing with both of them. She is kind, cares deeply about children, and engages both with play and education! We have been using her weekly for the past several months and has made our lives significantly easier knowing my kids are safe and loved.

- Nicole B.

Christina P.

5.0

Chris is very sweet, attentive and genuinely loves children. We would absolutely rehire her again and again.

- Candice C.

Amy W.

5.0

We hired Amy to watch our little one when he was 4 months old and our family quickly felt comfortable with her caring for him. Our little one trusted Amy very easily as well which was assuring. Amy is very engaging, hands on and thought of different activities to do with him based on our child’s...

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