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60 babysitters are listed in Troy, VA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Troy, VA
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am an a young artist who is passionate about children and I hope to be an elementary art teacher. I have 4 years of babysitting experience ages 6-17 as well as 2 years experience in a licensed daycare setting caring for all ages from 3 months-5 years. I can help with travel, light housekeeping, animal care, and...
Jordan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"A. loved her, they had great fun"
Care member
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, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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 Dec. 20-Jan 2nd.
*Tutoring* I am open to tutor elementary school students in a variety of subjects depending on age. My rate is $35 an hour.
I'm in school for a Masters in Education for school counseling and have over 10+ years of experience working with kids including 10...
Providence can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Providence was our family's go to babysitter for several years. She was always on time and had a great positive attitude. She brought games for our kids and changed them up as they grew older. Her attitude was bright and positive and she make Prov time fun....
Stan K.
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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
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.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 28 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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Responsible and dependable. Even offered to fix dinner and put away dishes. My 9 and 7 year old girls had a great time while in her care."
Jennie R.
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Clare is terrific! She is responsible, has a great attitude and my son loves her! Highly recommend!"
Jennifer P.
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Punctual, dependable, energetic"
Yohannes W.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"Erika was great and flexible on our timing. My son had a great time with her. "
Care member
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.
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.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Ever since I was a kid I have always been surrounded by children. When I lived in Colombia I took care of my neighbor's new baby. Before motherhood, I also babysat my nephews and nieces. Then I also took care of children from different friends, their ages ranged from newborn to 6 years old. I worked as a interior decorator in...
Gloria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"When I first met Gloria, I knew I was in the presence of someone very special. I was looking for a sitter to help with our three month old son and a jealous 2 1/2 year old sister, but we got so much more.
Gloria is a fabulous human being, a whirlwind of...
Emmie W.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for many age groups of children over the past 7 to 8 years. I have assisted with homework, meal preparation, light housework, and transportation. I love helping others learn and grow in order to become successful. I love animals, hiking, painting and playing board games. I have my bachelors degree in psychology with...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Catherine was a wonderful sitter! She had great communication prior to meeting us, arrived early, and was so sweet and nurturing to our baby boy. "
Care member
Beverly M.
Mineral, VA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
8 Years Assistant Preschool Teacher Very Loving Adore Kids.
5.0
(1)
I have two sons 23 and 28. And I also have a grandson that is 3 weeks old.. which I absolutely adore. I was an assistant preschool teacher while my children were in school. Loved working with kids. They always put a smile on my face and joy in my heart . I have been a Nanny for to beautiful girls since they were 2 and 3 that I...
Beverly can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Beverly is a wonderful caregiver. My family has hired her on a couple different occasions. She was so good with my elderly mother who had dementia. She was patient and understanding. She is very reliable and punctual. Will definitely use her in the future if the...
DAnne C.
Debra F.
Barboursville, VA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher Available Anytime For Childcare, Tutoring Or Pet Care.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I raised 4 great kids and understand the challenges of a busy family. I've worked 20+ yrs with all ages; Elementary teacher, Youth Leader, Child Care Center Owner, Summer Camp Director & Foster Parent. With this diverse background, I have wisdom you can count on. I am very patient, creative and trustworthy. I am able to connect...
Debra can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I was visiting Charlottesville from out of town and needed Monday-Friday full-time care for my 5 month old son. I didn't know anyone in the area, so I was worried about finding someone experienced and dependable. Debra was all of those things, and more! Upon...
Natilee H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a positive, patient, and compassionate person who has around 6 years of experience caring for children, from infants to early school age. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I will love to assist with other tasks if requested. My passion is to provide a safe environment for your little ones, while...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was great with my wild foster kid. She is kind, sweet, and easy going. Would recommend her!"
Former Member A.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Mina and I graduated from college about a year ago and now I am working in Arlington!! I have been around children my whole life since I have over 70 cousins! I genuinely love kids and can't wait to apply my experience to your children and ensure a safe and happy environment for them :)
Minahil can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Minahil was great with my girls!! If she hadn't moved away for college we'd still be working other her. She always let us know her availability in advance which was very helpful!"
Yasmin E.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Troy, VA
Jordan M.
5.0
A. loved her, they had great fun
- Care member
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.
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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 5.0. 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 December 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.