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Danielle C.
Gordonsville, VA
$16-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi i'm Danielle, a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing young minds and supporting families. My journey into childcare was driven by a desire to make a positive impact on children's lives, and for the past two years, I've dedicated myself to providing a reliable and nurturing environment for...
Skills:
CNA
Madison B.
Palmyra, VA
$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Maddie, I love to be around kids and am CPR and ADA certified. I am a former teacher and love teaching children. I have 6 years under my belt with teaching and child care from not just my own siblings but previous families I taught for while teaching. I'm familiar with Montessori, Reggio, and traditional teachings....
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Makenzie A.
Gordonsville, VA
$20-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Makenzie and I can't wait to meet you! I am 26, and a full-time teacher. I am earned my Bachelor's degree from James Madison University in 2020, majoring in Anthropology, Communication Sciences and Disorders, and minoring in Special Education. I earned my Master's degree in teaching from Mary Baldwin University in...
Makenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Anjelyn C.
Sandy Hook, VA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Need A Babysitter? Well You've Come To The Right Place!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Anjelyn! I recently graduated from Randolph-Macon College (woohoo go yellow jackets!). I am looking for a temporary position for this summer before I start my nursing job in the Pediatric ICU in August. I have experience working in the hospital as a Nurse Extern for the past two years. I set my availability M-F...
Anjelyn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anjelyn is very sweet and we would highly recommend her for any nanny/babysitting jobs. She was engaging and enthusiastic with our little one. She would lead him on fun activities around the house, helped us with feeding (bottles & solids), and did some light...
Stephanie T.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a UVA Law student who is available for weekend babysitting. I have extensive experience babysitting, including working as a full time nanny for a 6 and 2yo in 2020. I am comfortable babysitting for up to 5 kids at a time, and as a Colorado native, love to spend time outdoors! Feel free to send me a PM. Thanks!
Mallory can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Mallory is so awesome with my son P. She's watched him since he was 6 months old - he's 3 now and still loves her! Some weekends he will throw a fit when I tell him she's not coming over - LOL! She's great with kids and is super easy to get in touch and communicate...
Ellie C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
*Evening sitting availability only* Not available Dec20-Jan 2nd.
I have over 10+ years of experience working with kids. I've been babysitting since I was 12 when I first started out as a "mother's helper". I'm the oldest of three and have experience with babies, elementary school and middle school children. I took the Red Cross...
Providence can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Providence babysat for our two boys over the course of several years in the Washington D.C. area. She was responsible, kind, dependable and trustworthy. It was a pleasure to have her and her home. I was thankful to leave our two boys in such dependable hands as we...
Melissa C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am passionate about working with children and have always been drawn to their ability to bring so much joy into our lives. I have always loved watching my own family members grow, and have even babysat for them. I have also had experience supervising children year-round as an educator for the last seven years.
I have a...
Teidra can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Teidra is a very caring person. She has a love for all people, working with the elderly and love children. She has a desire to help, teach and support the need of people she comes in contact with. To work with such a person as her, is truly rewarding."
Tiffaney M.
Elorah M.
Charlottesville, VA
$22-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Elorah and I recently finished an Associate in Arts. I have babysat for children from infants to teens. I love crafts, reading, and the outdoors. I am also willing to do other tasks as requested.
Elorah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elorah has kept our 1 year old twin girls several times. She initially helped us out on short notice when the girls had to stay home from day care. She is mature, dependable, is a good communicator, and has a great rapport with the girls. We hope to continue to...
Susan H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Teresa G, I have worked as a childcare provider in many diverse settings for more than 25 yrs. Some of these positions include: professional nanny/housekeeper, art teacher for grades K-8th, professional nanny/housekeeper, C'ville City Schools instructional assistant/reading intervention teacher, assistant for...
Teresa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Teresa is very creative. She was wonderful with our children. She was very good at following our guidelines and wishes. She is very prompt and punctual. No problems with absenteeism."
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Alexandra B.
Charlottesville, VA
$13-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am the oldest of four children, so I have been unofficially babysitting for over 8 years, but I have 6 years of trained experience. I can help with housekeeping, cooking/meal preparation, laundry, swimming supervision, and I am comfortable with animals:) I grew up babysitting and giving swim lessons in my community, and I have...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had a great experience with Alexandra babysitting our boys (6 & 8) last night. She has great energy, and they both liked her immediately. They ate dinner, played games, and she got them to bed with no trouble. Communication was prompt and smooth. We can't wait...
Tori H.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood
I'm a professional childcare provider with 12+ years of experience and the mature mother of 2 fully grown children. Starting rate is $24/hr. Before marriage, I sat for children 1-4. After retiring from the practice of law, I cared for children 1-17, including volunteering weekly for 3. 5 years at the local women's 140-bed...
Lori can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lori took care of my cat and my dog for the time when I had to travel for a conference. She has AMAZING communication skills and she made sure I felt comfortable with being away from my pets. I fully recommend her for any service she offers!"
Aleksander L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for a variety of families for about 9 years now (give or take), and have been a full-time nanny for a few of those years. I take pride in being responsible and caring and would love to help your family in any way I can. I have been CPR certified for 5 years now and recently got my Wilderness First Responder...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maya was a reliable and trustworthy sitter for our 2.5 month old baby. She communicated very well throughout the entire process. We felt like our baby was safe and in good hands with Maya which was such a comfort since it was the first time we had left her before....
Chelsie N.
Katherine M.
Charlottesville, VA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a babysitter for over four years. I graduated from northwestern university. I love taking care of kids. I am an avid reader and volleyball player. I enjoy all types of games and such. I have also taken care of pets and can cook.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Punctual, dependable, energetic"
Yohannes W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone!! My name is Clare and I am a rising sophomore at the University of Virginia. I'm from Little Silver and will be home from college until mid-August. I have 7+ years of babysitting experience ages 8 months and up. I also have experience tutoring elementary, middle, and high school students and helping with SAT prep! I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Clare is terrific! She is responsible, has a great attitude and my son loves her! Highly recommend!"
Jennifer P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an elementary education major who has always loved working with children. I have several years of experience with kids between babysitting, coach VABA basketball camps in the summers, and my experience in the classroom through James Madison University. I am creative, patient, and a good problem solver and am willing to help...
Erin can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Erin is Awesome. My daughter absolutely adores her. She has babysit for us regularly, typically once a week, while she’s attending college 2022/2023. She’s never been late, she’s always kind and loving with my daughter (and my daughter can be bossy, she’s 4)....
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I am a recent '24 graduate of the University of Virginia, who studied medical anthropology on the pre-med track. I have been working under my grandmother and mother, who have had their own at-home daycare system for about 3+ years and whom have a long history of taking care of children, whether it be family...
Erika can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Erika spent an afternoon with my daughter when we were in town for a work event. My daughter absolutely loved her time with Erika and is excited for us to be in town again. I was so happy to find someone we could trust and that was so flexible and helpful....
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Michelle G.
Charlottesville, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a child caregiver with tons of experience and excellent references. I am a hands on, outgoing individual. I am also the mother to my 4-year-old son who is on the spectrum. Please feel free to message me regarding any questions you may have.
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My husband and I were visiting Charlottesville for job interviews and needed help in the afternoon for our 2 boys, ages 4 years and 1 year. Another mom recommended her to me and I am forever grateful. She picked out a great playground where the boys could play...
Elizabeth M.
5.0
(1)
I have MANY years of experience with caring for infants and children. I can provide EXCELLENT references from families I have worked for! I am flexible with days and times! Feel free to contact me to discuss your needs!
5.0
"My wife and I highly recommend Heather for almost anything you would need help with. Amazing support to our family."
Dan K.
Sophia A.
Charlottesville, VA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Sophia. I Am A Fun, Caring And Chill College Student
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, fun, outgoing
I like working with kids because they are playful and they bring out that playful side of me, I get to learn a lot from them, and kids are very fun to be around
I'm looking for a job that chill, a job in which I can learn from and grow from as a young woman. A Job that pays...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophia was great at comforting my 2 year-old and helping him calm down after we left. My 5 year-old thought she was nice too. She's a lovely person and I would definitely hire he again to watch my kids!"
Claire W.
5.0
(1)
During the school year, I work full-time as a High School teacher at Albemarle High School. I have worked with kids of all ages, nannying full time with two kids (age 4 & 8), camp counseling at Triple C (6-8), and Camp4Real( k-7). I am looking for any regular babysitting gigs and/or nannying gigs for the summer of 2020.
I am...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna is simply the most wonderful woman. I have the great pleasure to work with her an my AVID Teaching Assistant. She is organized, thoughtful and dedicated to students. She relates well to young people and encourages them to grow as individuals. Anna can manage a...
Amber R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Troy, VA
Anjelyn C.
5.0
Anjelyn is very patient, reliable, and trustworthy. 10/10 would recommend!
- Tierra K.
Mallory G.
5.0
Mallory is so awesome with my son P. She's watched him since he was 6 months old - he's 3 now and still loves her! Some weekends he will throw a fit when I tell him she's not coming over - LOL! She's great with kids and is super easy to get in touch and communicate with. I tried other nannies and...
- Ellie C.
Providence S.
5.0
We hired Providence to help out with childcare for our 4.5 month old baby for several events around our wedding. We couldn't have been happier with Providence! She really went out of her way to be adaptable around our wedding schedule, giving a lot of attention to small details, remaining highly...
- Eloise O.
Teidra W.
5.0
Teidra is a very caring person. She has a love for all people, working with the elderly and love children. She has a desire to help, teach and support the need of people she comes in contact with. To work with such a person as her, is truly rewarding.
- Tiffaney M.
Elorah M.
5.0
Elorah is FUN! She clearly has a lot of experience caring for children and for young multiples.
We feel so lucky to have found Elorah. We are happy she is able to work with us and our baby twins who are 16 months old. She was a real trooper when she came to help and they ended up getting fevers...
- Annie R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Troy, VA:
How can I find a Troy babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Troy, 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 3 babysitters in Troy, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Troy, VA?
The average rate for Troy, VA babysitters on Care.com is $20.67 per hour as of September 2024. 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 Troy, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Troy, VA through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.