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27 in home child care are listed in Harrisonburg, VA

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby in home child care is 6 years

In home child care in Harrisonburg, VA

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Carolyn P.


Harrisonburg, VA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Experienced Teacher Assistant

5.0

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Hi! I am an experienced nanny and teacher assistant who has taught preschool through elementary grades, including children with special needs. I have worked in public schools and day care centers, as well as caring for kids in my home while raising my own four children. I love caring for and teaching kids, and enjoy taking them...
Carolyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Carolyn is possibly the best person you can find to take car of your kid(s). Throughout the time she has worked for me, she is very caring, dedicated and dependable. One of her greatest strengths is her ability to be flexible, yet maintain discipline. She took care...

Li O.

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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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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

Kathleen W.

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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & 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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Emma L.


Harrisonburg, VA

$16-25/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Loving Nanny!

Hi! My name is Emma, I am currently a full time nanny, and been have been one for about 3 years now. My passion is caring for children and helping them grow, learn, and navigate the ways of life as best I can! I have over 8 years of babysitting exeperience with children ages newborn to 10 years old. I am CPR & First Aid...
Emma can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Emma was our nanny/sitter for 6 months before she sadly moved away. I have a one year old and a four year old who both adore her. She was always on time, attentive, caring, cautious and playful with both kids. I never worried about their safety and they were always...

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Hello! I am Norah, a Junior Elementary Education major at JMU. I have been babysitting for 5-6 years and also work at a nursery school at home. I am certified in CPR and first aid and have been a lifeguard for 5 years. I also teach swim lessons in the summer and have experience working with children of all ages!
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Mackenzie P.


Harrisonburg, VA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Nanny

Hi! My name is MacKenzie and I am a certified teacher who just moved to Virginia. As a nanny I offer a fun, loving, and educational environment. I have 7 years of nannying experience and 2 years of teaching experience. I can help with home schooling, chores, and extracurricular activities. Working with children is my passion and...
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Erika T.


Harrisonburg, VA

$20-22/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter With 7+ Years Of Experience

Hi! My name is Erika and I am a student at James Madison University! I have babysat children of all ages for several years and I love it so much! I have babysat for family friends, church members, and have watched children during church events. I have worked with an after school/summer child care program since 2022 where I make...
Erika can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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Isabella G.


Harrisonburg, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Fun Sitter!!

Hi all!! I have 10 years of experience. I am a current junior at JMU! Over the past 5 years I nannied back home in Richmond to the same family consistently! Before then, I worked in my gyms child care facility and babysat around! I love kids and am super fun. I recently permanently moved to Harrisonburg and am looking for some...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I'm a JMU student home for winter break currently and would love to help with any of your family's needs! I'm an outgoing, creative, and energetic nursing student with a passion for caring for children. My goal is to become a pediatric nurse after graduation. With three years of childcare experience, I'm comfortable caring for...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Jenna A.


Harrisonburg, VA

$12-17/hr3 yrs exp

Childcare Experience

Hello! I have accumulated three years of paid child care experience in both a home setting and a daycare setting. I thoroughly enjoy spending time with your little ones and aiding in the development of their unique personalities!
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alia M.


Harrisonburg, VA

$12-50/hr3 yrs exp

About Me

I have been babysitting kids consistently for the past 3 years, and I also work with children at my church. I love interacting and playing with kids, my favorite hobbies are painting, reading, going on walks, and being active. Three words that describe my personality are leader, outgoing, and honest. I don't currently have a car...
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Kristy J.


Harrisonburg, VA

$17-21/hr4 yrs exp

Kristy J

Hello! I have years of experience working with children (lifeguarding, camp counselor, speech therapy, substitute teacher etc). I am currently a student at James Madison University and am home for the summer (rising senior), majoring in Communication sciences and disorders. I am bilingual (English & Spanish). I can help with...
Kristy can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello my name is Alina I am 20 years old and currently working to get my exercise science degree at Jmu! I am also taking an early motor skills and development class for my major and have realized how cool it is too watch children grow and mature. I used to babysit my neighbors two kids between ages 4-5 and would draw, swim, and...
Alina can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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Heather C.


Harrisonburg, VA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Sitter\Dog Walker/Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Heather and I am a pet sitter, dog walker, and nanny. I have lots of experience caring for animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, hens and goats! I am experienced with walking and caring for both large and small dogs including German shepherds, pit bulls, golden retrievers, Great Danes and boxers. I also...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi there! I am a stay at home mom to 2 wonderful kiddos, with another in Middle School. I am looking to open up my home to help other families find reasonable priced child care. I have many years experience caring for children and working with adults with disabilities. I am available Monday-Friday from 6:30-5:30. We are a dog...
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Kaylea H.


Harrisonburg, VA

$16-20/hr6 yrs exp

Creative And Caring Sitter And/or Mother's Helper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting and helping with homemaking since I was in middle school, and am currently a nursing major at JMU. I'm also a Navy brat and have grown up with two little sisters. I love children and helping families around the home, and I currently serve in my church's nursery. I am comfortable with all ages and am able...
Kaylea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have 5 years of experience from helping my mother at her in-home daycare as well as babysitting for neighbors. I have volunteered in the children's ministry at my church and have worked at various preschools. I'm majoring in Elementary Education at James Madison University, but I'm currently taking a leave of absence to save...
Kylie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kaitlin L.


Harrisonburg, VA

$15/hr7 yrs exp

About Me!

Hello! I am a junior at JMU. I am 20 years old and I am home for the summer. I have been babysitting/nannying for 6 years now and I have plenty of references and experience. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am always looking for new jobs that will fit with my schedule. I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, fun....
I have two children of my own who are 10 and 12. I ran a daycare from my home for over 10 years I'm currently working in the school system as a substitute teacher and a teachers aide. I'm in the Linville Edom district My home is pet friendly I'm a open book feel free to message me with questions
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kathleen S.


Harrisonburg, VA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Loving And Creative Babysitter

With three younger siblings at home, and two years of experience working at a pediatric dentistry, I have plenty of experience working with children! Besides babysitting for my own family, I ve also nannied for other families that I know. I am extremely organized and also crafty, and enjoy going above and beyond to make sure...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more

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Most recent reviews for in home child care in Harrisonburg, VA

Carolyn P.

5.0

Carolyn is possibly the best person you can find to take car of your kid(s). Throughout the time she has worked for me, she is very caring, dedicated and dependable. One of her greatest strengths is her ability to be flexible, yet maintain discipline. She took care of our son when he was 7 years...

- Li O.

Rebecca Y.

5.0

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

- Kathleen W.

Myla L.

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

Emma L.

5.0

Emma was our nanny/sitter for 6 months before she sadly moved away. I have a one year old and a four year old who both adore her. She was always on time, attentive, caring, cautious and playful with both kids. I never worried about their safety and they were always sad to see her leave which was a...

- Care member

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