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1,059 child care providers are listed in Alexandria, VA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 6 years

Child care providers in Alexandria, VA

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Jancy M.


Alexandria, VA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Athletic Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

I am an athletic and intellectual person who loves to create all kinds of learning experiences for children. I started caring/educating children in a private elementary age day school setting when I was 18. As a teacher, I came up with ideas to help children develop many skills in the early ages from pre-k to first grade. I...
Jancy can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Jancy is such a wonderful, thoughtful, and fun caretaker! She is a quick and flexible learner if your child has any specific requirements (we use cloth diapers, for example) and she is also so wonderfully organized! (While baby napped, she helped beautifully...

Paul S.

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Blen K.


Alexandria, VA

$20-32/hr3 yrs exp

Blen, Student At James Madison University Friendly And Social

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Im Blen I love looking after kids and have been babysitting for few years. I'm all about making sure kids have fun while they learn and grow. I plan cool activities like arts and crafts, story time, and outdoor play that are safe and enjoyable. Safety is super important to me, and I'm trained in first aid and CPR. I'm...
Blen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Blen is lovely. She is so sweet and my daughter absolutely loves her!!!!!"

Carrie H.

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Ruth K.


Alexandria, VA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I currently have a weekly nanny position Tuesday through Friday and every other Monday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. I am looking to add hours on weekends, evenings and an occasional Monday as they fit my schedule. I am a dedicated and compassionate childcare professional with over 10 years of experience providing exceptional...
Ruth can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ruth has been with our family for a few weeks now, and she is absolutely wonderful! As a first time mom with severe anxiety, I really struggled to find someone I trust with my 7 month old daughter. But Ruth absolutely put my mind to rest. My daughter immediately...

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Brenda P.


Alexandria, VA

$25-28/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children since I was 16 years old. I was a kindergarten teacher and also worked in parties for children during the weekends in Peru. I'm currently leading the early childhood program for a non-profit organization. I'm very passionate and motivated to work with children since I have the dream to build a...
Brenda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

3.0
"Brenda seems like a great qualified babysitter. However, she's very hard to get get a hold of over the phone. We spoke once and she seems very nice, however she didn't answer any of my text messages. I asked her if she was interested and she didn't respond until I...

Dulce R.

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Savannah M.


Alexandria, VA

$17-25/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a recent college graduate who has been babysitting since 8th grade and who has been summer nannying since my sophomore. I have cared for children aged 6 months to 12 years old. I am CPR and First Aid certified.
Savannah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Savannah has been a total star this summer - swooping in to help entertain our energetic 2.5yo boy and helping him feel extra special as his new baby brother arrived and turned his world upside down! She is punctual and energetic and made every day she spent with...

Lois S.

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Kathryn B.


Alexandria, VA

$27/hr20 yrs exp

Fun, And Smart Sitter

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I took classes in college to obtain a certification to work with young children and also studied social work and psychology. I have been watching children for over 20 years. I started as an assistant camp counselor (for children age 2-14, and went to babysitting families (from ages 4months-15 years old) and worked at a daycare...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Kathryn watched my infant son and toddler daughter for a couple of hours while I saw a client in my home office. Kathryn was on time, and my daughter took to her very well. We would hire her again."

Jessica W.

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Edit E.


Alexandria, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I was a live-in nanny for 1 year 1/2. There, I watched 6 kids while the father worked. I helped care for the kids before and after school. Two were too young to attend school, so I cared for all their needs during the day. I helped prepare all the meals. I was there when the kids didn't have school to care for all of them.
Edit can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"I am a working mom and my husband worked in different city. To have a trusted person you can relied on is very important. I was really lucky to find Edith. She took care my daughter when my daughter was 7 week old until 2 years old which is the time I move to my...

Yin H.

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Nyah W.


Alexandria, VA

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hello I am a recent graduate from George Mason University and a substitute teacher for Fairfax County. My experience ranges from daycare, individual baby-sitting, and summer camps. I have 9+ years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry and meal prepping. I am fully vaccinated. I am available for date nights,...
Nyah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Great service. Very professional and my kids loved her. Will definitely rehire."

Sasha U.

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Destiny L.


Alexandria, VA

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Looking To Join A Wonderful Family Before Summer

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a responsible, caring and adaptable nanny with six years of experience. I have had the joy of watching multiple children, from newborn (truly from birth!) to 7 years old. I meet children where they are at with their social and emotional needs. I have boundless patience. I provide a safe, fun, and loving environment for...
Destiny can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Destiny is a gem. She is everything you could want in a nanny, babysitter or family assistant. She is kind, mature, honest and responsible. She has a super positive attitude, and she can take charge of any situation and manage everything with grace."

Leah W.

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Leydi R.


Alexandria, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekends.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I speak English/Spanish I'm really responsible person and hopefully someone you can trust. I have a car and can drive your kids to any activities they have if they need to . I love kids, playing, reading to them, having educational activities, teaching them Spanish if they like or anything they like to do and just having a good...
Leydi can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"My girls love Leydi. She was great helping with school drop-offs and very hands on with my toddler. Will be hiring her again!"

Jennifer W.

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Gabrielle S.


Alexandria, VA

$10-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Gabi and I'm so glad you're considering me as an option for your childcare needs! While I haven't done paid childcare services, I do have experience with all age groups. I am a dog mom so, I am also very open to caring for your fur babies. I will note that I am a registered nurse and am certified to provide...
5.0
"This was our first time using care.com and we booked Gabrielle. She was very responsive during the process and communicative while she was babysitting our son. She followed all the instructions we provided her and we would love to hire her again!"

Devin A.

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Naomi T.


Alexandria, VA

$20-21/hr4 yrs exp

Smile! You Just Met Your New Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Naomi I'm a military kid and an educator in the DMV looking for some summer work. I have experience with taking care of younger and older kids. I ran a summer program in Europe for youth aging from 11-21 years old. I also have experience with taking care of kids during our summer at church for VBS, being a Sunday...
Naomi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Naomi was truly a blessing sent to our family. She was so patient and kind (but also firm) with our two toddlers. She worked WITH us to help babysit our kids while my husband and I worked from home. Watching the kids just for a few hours after school and helping...

Caroline C.

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Alexis H.


Alexandria, VA

$25-37/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Alexis, I am a 24-year-old with a heart and passion for caregiving. I have been a professional nanny for the last four years, although I have worked with children since I was legally able to work. My experience extends into my early teen years, where families who knew me in my community trusted me to care for...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"We were fortunate to have been able to hire Alexis. She's dependable, punctual, and reliable. She often accommodated to our schedule (when I had to stay late for work or when my husband was recovering post surgery). My son absolutely loves Alexis. We are sad to see...

Patricia S.

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Lauren G.


Alexandria, VA

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Imaginative And Compassionate Individual

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lauren, and I am one of six children, so I'm more than comfortable being around children of various ages. I nannied throughout my last year of college and fell in love with helping my charges grow. My strengths include social and language development, and I'm always looking for ways to incorporate imaginative...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
5.0
"If you are thinking of hiring Lauren....DO IT! She was our very own Mary Poppins. We were so sad she had to move away. She took care of our baby from 5 months until 13 months and she knew exactly what to do throughout all her stages. As a new mom I even learned a...

Maria T.

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Michelle D.


Alexandria, VA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Michelle. I am a Fairfax County teacher. I love learning with children, crafting of all kinds, playing games and sports, and exploring local parks and the library! I have previous experience working in the infant and toddler rooms at daycare. Additionally, I have worked with children of all ages at summer...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We trusted Michelle with our very first babysitting experience for our 15 week old daughter. Michelle did an excellent job and we would definitely have her sit again and recommend her to others. She was punctual, a good communicator and very sweet with our...

Katie R.

Child care centers in Alexandria, VA

Rock and Roll Daycare Alexandria

Rock and Roll Daycare Alexandria

111 S Alfred St, ALEXANDRIA, VA

Starting at $1750/mo

Music and cultures of the world, the best educational resources, and a Montessori inspired learning environment. Rock and Roll Daycare is a dynamic, music-based Montessori Childcare Program, serving infants, toddlers and preschool-aged children. We pride ourselves in continuous innovation, research...

Fairlington Preschool

Fairlington Preschool

3900 KING ST, ALEXANDRIA, VA

Starting at $610/mo

Fairlington Preschool is a non-profit, non-sectarian preschool housed in the Fairlington United Methodist Church. The Preschool admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs and activities. The Preschool also welcomes children with disabilities....

Excel Preparatory Preschool Academy

Excel Preparatory Preschool Academy

2418 GRIST MILL PLACE, ALEXANDRIA, VA

Starting at $2000/mo

Excel Prep is a Mandarin Immersion and STEAM-based early learning institution, fully licensed by the State of Virginia Dept. of Education, to serve 105 students ages 0-12. Excel Preparatory Preschool Academy is a Candidate for Accreditation with NCA CASI, NWAC, and SACS CASI. Our highly-qualified...

Saint Gabriel Preschool

Saint Gabriel Preschool

4319 Sano Street, Alexandria, VA

Our Sisters and staff are here to help children, ages 2 to 5, develop physically, emotionally, cognitively, socially, and most importantly spiritually. We labor and pray for the children to encounter Jesus Christ in everything they do each day.

Montessori Kids Universe Cameron Square

Montessori Kids Universe Cameron Square

410 S Pickett Street, ALEXANDRIA, VA

MKU Cameron Square’s educational approach is unique compared with traditional child care such as daycare and preschool programs. The MKU child-centered focus aligns with their natural ability to be explorers; preparing the child for a lifelong love of learning. MKU classrooms are carefully prepared...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Alexandria, VA

Jancy M.

5.0

Jancy did an amazing job with our girls (6&9) in the evenings after school. They really bonded with her and were always excited to spend time with her. They loved doing crafts/drawing with her or going somewhere in del ray. She was also extremely flexible if we needed to adjust plans.

- Care member

Blen K.

5.0

Blen is so great with my kids, they adore her. She provides the necessary detailed attention to care for their needs. She is responsive and keeps me informed.

- Care member

Ruth K.

5.0

Ruth helped me out during a weekend when my husband was out of town. It was my first full weekend alone with my 11 month old and Ruth was AMAZING. It was also my first time with any help outside of my husband and I am so grateful for Ruth because I felt very confident that my baby was in good care...

- Claudia W.

Brenda P.

5.0

We hired Brenda recently for a date night. She was flexible when we had to move our schedule around a bit, and arrived right on time. She brought an activity for the kids, which was great. She remained in contact throughout the evening and followed all directions. Would absolutely hire again.

- Megan W.

Savannah M.

5.0

We had a great experience with Savannah and we would highly recommend her for any future childcare opportunities. We reached out to see if she could provide short-term daytime nanny coverage for our eight-month-old daughter. Savannah worked with us to find a day to come and meet our little one...

- Kristen W.

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Ratings for Alexandria, VA child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Child Care Providers in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 748 reviews of the 1,059 listed child care providers.