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238 child care providers are listed in Harrisonburg, VA

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years

Child care providers in Harrisonburg, VA

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Elena P.


Harrisonburg, VA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For A Job

5.0

(2)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Elena and I might be the one you have been looking for. I am a responsible, reliable, well-educated person who loves children. I have had more than 15 years of experience working as a nanny for many families. I typically take care of children starting when they are a few months old and take care of them...
Elena can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Elena has cared for our crew of 4 boys, ranging from toddlers to preteens, for several years. Elena made life so much easier for my husband and I as we felt pulled in many directions and not enough hands to get it all done. She has taken our boys to sporting...

Diana K.

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Olivia P.


Harrisonburg, VA

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Olivia. I am currently a student at James Madison University studying history and secondary education. I plan to be an educator in the future. I love working with children and want to further gain experience. I am caring, loving, and a positive role model for children. I have the following experience as a...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Olivia was fantastic with my son M. She arrived early and was very attentive to my 2 year old son. Having met her for the first time I felt immediately comfortable with her taking care of my child. She made sure M was occupied, safe and happy. Played with him well...

Amanda V.

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Sarah W.


Harrisonburg, VA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hi! My name is Sarah and I graduated from James Madison University with a degree in Music Industry and Jazz in 2015. I have been a nanny for some time and have acquired a great amount of experience. For two years, I worked as a full-time nanny for two boys ages 4 and 7. I also care for infants every Sunday during a church...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Sarah is calm, nurturing, and kind. She's especially gifted at working with infants and young toddlers. She's very dependable and conscientious."

Jane O.

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Mikayla K.


Harrisonburg, VA

$22-25/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

Hello! My name is Mikayla and I have just graduated with Health Science degree from JMU! I am currently taking classes for an online master program at Longwood for Speech Language Pathology. I have been with numerous family's since 2020 when COVID hit. I was with a wonderful family for a year in which I cared for a 16 month and...
Mikayla can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I give my strongest recommendation for Mikayla as a babysitter. In early March, 2020, when COVID-19 hit and daycare closed, I hired Mikayla to watch my one year old daughter. Mikayla cared for my daughter full-time for four months and I don't know what I would...

Marie L.

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Leah D.


Harrisonburg, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Nanny, Pet Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there! I have 13+ years experience of babysitting, nannying, and teaching art and music for various families with kids of all ages. I'm an experienced cook and have done all of the typical nanny duties such as running errands, picking up/ dropping off, changing diapers, light housekeeping, dishes, laundry, designing...
Leah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Leah is fantastic and we are so lucky to have her. She is patient and kind with our boys. She is always on time and is willing to help with anything we need, including help with homework, playing games, cleaning the kitchen, etc. She is also an amazing artist!...

Andrea S.

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Lauren M.


Harrisonburg, VA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Artsy Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm currently an art student at Bridgewater College. I was a Girl Scout for 13 years. I've been leading and taking care of children for 10 years in Girl Scouts. I have 2 years experience of taking care of children outside of Girl Scouts. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Carpooling, and arts n crafts.
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Rebecca Y.


Harrisonburg, VA

$13-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

*18+ years of experience: nanny, camp counselor, Soccer & Lacrosse coach, Infant Supervisor in a large scale Daycare, Activities Director/Water Park Manager at a 4 diamond Resort *American Red Cross CPR/1st Aid instructor from April 2011 to 2015 *18 credit hours of Early Childhood Education *BS-SUNY Cortland in Recreation *Stay...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Becky is great! She teaches, supports & provides enrichment activities. We love her!"

Kathleen W.

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Samantha S.


Harrisonburg, VA

$13-20/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have been babysitting in the Haymarket/Gainesville area for over 8 years. I have experience with children 2- 13 years old.
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Samatha is top notch!!! If you want a nanny that your kids will absolutely love and whom you absolutely trust Samantha is it. She was our nanny last summer for our 9 year old triplets and she kept them to a schedule, to include lessons, and made sure they had fun...

Angela K.

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Katherine L.


Harrisonburg, VA

$13-15/hr7 yrs exp

I am a first time mom looking to make a little extra income for my family. I have been babysitting since I was 15, and I have a range of ages under my belt. I am a hands on babysitter. I like educational games and crafts, and I prefer playtime instead of tv or technology. My 5-month-old son will most likely have to join me on my...
5.0
"Katherine has a wonderful personality, and is punctual, dependable, and responsible. We would love to hire her for future babysitting needs! "

Shantasia W.

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Miranda C.


Harrisonburg, VA

$15/hr3 yrs exp

About Me

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Miranda. I have always loved working with and being around kids! I worked as a camp counselor one summer and volunteered with daycares before. I babysat for more than three different families in the past, and I look forward to meeting some new kids! About me specifically, I am currently enlisted in the military...
5.0
"Miranda was amazing! She was very personable and responsive ahead of/in the midst of our booking. I truly appreciated how communicative she was throughout the experience. If you are looking for dependable childcare, I highly recommend Miranda."

Amy P.

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Krista C.


Harrisonburg, VA

$13-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was 13 and I have experience with children from 6 months to 12 years old. I have experience with multiple kids and multiples.
Krista can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"We were so lucky to have Krista this summer. She has such a sweet personality and was quite popular among our kids. We would hire her again and highly recommend her!"

Mary Y.

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Myla L.


Harrisonburg, VA

$16/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Myla and I am a student at James Madison University double majoring in Psychology and Sociology and hoping to pursue a Masters Degree in Addiction Studies after I graduate this upcoming December. I have a very open schedule this summer besides a few planned vacations. I enjoy going on hikes, spending time outdoors...
Myla can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Myla has been watching my kids for the past few years now. They love her so much and enjoy spending time with her. She encourages them to use their imagination and explore new activities"

Care member

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Anna F.


Harrisonburg, VA

$13-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have babysat many kids over the years, and I enjoy working with kids. I work as a swim instructor for little ones at kids first swim school. I love my job and am working to become an elementary school teacher. I am a college student, so I have a very flexible schedule. I do not mind doing some housekeeping, and I do not mind...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"Anna is great with our young child and our baby. We previously had her as a swim instructor as well. I highly recommend her!"

Jane P.

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Leah B.


Harrisonburg, VA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable Babysitter With Many References

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I've been babysitting since I was 14. I absolutely love working with kids & Im very trust worthy and reliable. I have multiple references if needed. I'd describe my personality as trustworthy, reliable, funny, and loving. I like working with kids because I have nieces and nephews and I grew up with kids all around me, I...
5.0
"She has taken care of my 3 year old and my 1 week old baby and I absolutely love her so much. She is great. She takes her time to focus on them both and interacts with them LOVELY!"

Megan S.

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Cassidy H.


Harrisonburg, VA

$15-18/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Cassidy, I am 22 and I have 4 years of experience in child care all together! 3 of those years have been in a daycare/preschool setting and the other year was working at a public elementary school! I enjoy being a positive role model for children. Please feel free to message me if you have any questions! I am here to...
Cassidy can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Great work watching our girls at bedtime while we went out."

Care member

Child care centers in Harrisonburg, VA

Woodland Montessori School

Woodland Montessori School

1350 Peach Grove Avenue, Harrisonburg, VA

Woodland is committed to Montessori pedagogy as a way to help children ages 2.5-12 years become intellectually independent; to nurturing a community steeped in trust and respect; to the stewardship of the environment through an experiential and global; and to creating a sanctuary where children can...

Fern Hollow Forest School

Fern Hollow Forest School

418 E. Gay St., Harrisonburg, VA

Fern Hollow Forest School is a home based preschool, and summer camp located in Hinton with transportation available from Harrisonburg. Our childcare focuses on nature connection and is inspired by Reggio Emilia, Waldorf, 8 Shields model and Forest School. Our instructors have degrees in Early...

The Harrisonburg Rockingham Child Day Care Centers provides a childcare program in Harrisonburg, Virginia. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical...

Roberta Webb Child Care Center

400 Kelley St, Harrisonburg, VA

Roberta Webb Child Care Center believes in children developing best in a loving and nurturing environment where active learning is encouraged. The program is play-based, developmental, and designed to create the foundation for a lifetime of successful learning and relationships.

Camp Horizons

3586 Horizons Way, Harrisonburg, VA

Camp Horizons (Harrisonburg,VA) Camp Horizons in Harrisonburg,VA is a childcare and a summer camp by providing safe, enjoyable, and affordable child care. The center curriculum aims to provide a variety of age appropriate activities such as sport, music, outdoor adventure, enrichment, and special...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Harrisonburg, VA

Elena P.

5.0

Elena has cared for our crew of 4 boys, ranging from toddlers to preteens, for several years. Elena made life so much easier for my husband and I as we felt pulled in many directions and not enough hands to get it all done. She has taken our boys to sporting events, outings at the park, practices,...

- Diana K.

Olivia P.

5.0

Olivia was fantastic with my son M. She arrived early and was very attentive to my 2 year old son. Having met her for the first time I felt immediately comfortable with her taking care of my child. She made sure M was occupied, safe and happy. Played with him well and was very hands on. I recommend...

- Amanda V.

Sarah W.

5.0

Sarah is calm, nurturing, and kind. She's especially gifted at working with infants and young toddlers. She's very dependable and conscientious.

- Jane O.

Mikayla K.

5.0

Mikayla worked for our family part-time watching our 5-month old while I worked from home. She is very kind, dependable, and attentive to my child’s needs. She worked with our son to help reach milestones and showed patience as he went through various regressions. I would highly recommend Mikayla as...

- Maggie F.

Leah D.

5.0

Leah is fantastic and we are so lucky to have her. She is patient and kind with our boys. She is always on time and is willing to help with anything we need, including help with homework, playing games, cleaning the kitchen, etc. She is also an amazing artist! We love Leah!

- Andrea S.

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

Average Rating4.9 / 5

Child Care Providers in Harrisonburg, VA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 40 reviews of the 238 listed child care providers.