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60 nannies are listed in Portsmouth, VA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Portsmouth, VA
5.0
(15)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking to brighten my horizons with a new family. I have been a high-profile-professional Nanny for the last 15 years. I've had experience with every age-group of children. I recently gave birth and would like to work with a family that doesn't mind me bringing my child to work with me. As of Jan 2025 she is...
Kenchika can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I cannot say enough positive things about Keke. She was with our family for almost 2 years taking care of our kids (now 2 and 4) until they started school full time this year. Keke has a wealth of experience and knowledge in both childcare and early childhood...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm so glad to meet you! My name is Courteney, and I am a paraprofessional for the pre-k program in the public school system. I have the entire summer off and I'm looking for a family that could use my expertise in child care. Although I work with the 4-5-year-old age daily, I'm also a mother to three beautiful boys and have...
Courteney can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Courteney took care of my one year old and was absolutely amazing. She took Heed to our routine and followed it. She also went above and beyond when it came to caring for my little girl. I would highly recommend her, she is punctual, has great communication skills,...
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5.0
(9)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking for a family that would be interested in a nanny share with my current family or work for a family in the afternoon/evening. My nanny share rate starts at $14. 50 an hour.
I like working with kids because I genuinely love being around them, I enjoy helping children grow and learn!
I started working with kids when...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Elizabeth watched my 14 month old and 6 year old. She did such a wonderful job caring for them. She even provided cookies and hot cocoa for my daughter. My 6 year old is still talking about how much fun she had!"
Amber H.
Tamira G.
Portsmouth, VA
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.4
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am very experienced and I love kids any age. I started babysitting as a teenager making money here and there and realized that I love kids. I worked as an assistant teacher at a church that had preschool , kindergarten and before and aftercare . I have experience watching children from ages 3 months to 12 years. I have also...
Tamira can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"I Worked with Tamira for years at a preschool . And the kids loved her so much . The patience and love she has for children is unmatched . Highly recommend to any family looking to hire her there aren't enough stars to acknowledge her skill and ability to care for...
Anntionette S.
5.0
(3)
Unavailable
I have been babysitting since I was 9 years old. I am currently 22 years old and have babysat multiple times for aunts and friends. I am know as the only person who can woo a baby to sleep. I am know to come up with lots of activities with kids and am able to be available when necessary. I just left a full time...
Alexxis can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alexxis is a caring and mature person! Highly recommend for any of your caregiving needs!"
Christine L.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ahlaya although most kids call me lay-lay! I have been a nanny for about 5 1/2 years. I'm looking for families that are all about communication as well as being a fun, safe environment for the kids! I have three dogs, a 20 gallon tank full of fish, and a guinea pig. I love doing arts and crafts with the...
5.0
"Ahlaya Was Really Great With At The Time, My 6 Month Son And My 4 Year Old Daughter. She Was Always Kind And Professional To My Wife And I. Ahlaya Also Treated Our Home And With The Upmost Respect When She Had To Do A Few Overnights. I'm The Spring And Summer...
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Samantha L.
Portsmouth, VA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Married my high school sweetheart in March of 2020. Together we have 1 dog, & a little girl born June 22'. My husband's active duty Navy, currently stationed out of Norfolk, VA. I graduated from Friendswood High School, and was employed as a SpEd Para-Professional Educator at Westwood Elementary for Friendswood ISD for the...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samantha is the BEST babysitter ever! She worked with our family for 6 months. I have two special needs children that require a lot of care. Samantha went above and beyond as a babysitter. She was always smiling, had a positive attitude, flexible with...
Laura W.
Heather A.
Portsmouth, VA
$18-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Childcare Professional Who Is Loving, Nurturing, And All About FUN!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, Everyone! My name is Heather. I am very out-going, open-minded, hands-on and creative. My primary focus during childcare is to provide a fun, safe, and exciting environment that fosters overall developmental growth.
I have provided care for multiple families in South Carolina, Virginia and Texas over several years through...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Heather was hired to work with our Children's Ministry. She was incredible with our children. Heather's responsibility in this position was to teach our children and organizing our volunteers. The children really adored Heather and she brought new and creative...
Katie B.
Rebecca Z.
Portsmouth, VA
$13-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Rebecca and I am returning to the Pittsburgh area after my husband is relieved from active duty as a Navy Sailor.
I worked as a Student Support Staff member at a local church with a group of a dozen kiddos from October 2020-January 2021, assisting with virtual learning and enrichment during the height of the pandemic....
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids (6 and 8 year-old boys) love Rebecca. She is wonderfully caring and kind, and extremely creative in doing art and crafts with the kids. She is also a certified lifeguard. She taught my older son how to swim freestyle in just one summer. Highly recommended."
Joanna F.
Arianna M.
Portsmouth, VA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
My Name Is Arianna But Y'all Can Call Me Ari. I Am A Small Time Business Owner.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, empathetic, and ambitious.
In my spare time, I like to read, draw/paint and play pokemon. I'm overall a very crafty person and when I'm not crafting I'm enjoying nature.
My skills include crafting along with any other activity. I am a pretty good cook and I make sure I make exactly...
Arianna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's amazing with my babies. They love her to death. My favorite sitter!!"
Alexandria J.
I can do many household things, run errands, nanny (or babysit), and I have been a math tutor in the past. Always willing to negotiate services and prices.
Jessica can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
I like working with kids!
Keirra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Abigail and I graduated from Roanoke college with my Bachelors in 2023 and I am currently in between jobs and looking to get back into babysitting during this time. I have over 6+ years of professional experience nannying and babysitting from ages 8 months up to teen years. I was a part time nanny most of my...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Cheyanne S.
Portsmouth, VA
$14-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am 22 years old and have been in Hampton roads for 2 years now. I am a lover of animals and adventure. I have 7 months of experience as a nanny and 4 years experience babysitting ages 1-12yrs. I am a reliable, fun smoke free nanny looking for a full time family. Weekend hours can be discussed but ideally looking for...
Cheyanne can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Emily H.
Portsmouth, VA
$13-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as nurturing, outgoing, and punctual nanny.
My skills include cooking, patience, and tutoring.
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
With me caring for your children, you can rest assured knowing that not only will they be safe and protected at all times, but their days will be filled with enriching and educational activities. If it's a beautiful day outside we can get some fresh air on a walk or at the neighborhood park. Do you have a specific routine or...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Gabrielle L.
Portsmouth, VA
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
My name is Gabrielle and I am a mother of 2. I've been a nanny off and on for 8 years. I have cared for children of all ages. I am ok with pets.
Faith G.
Portsmouth, VA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have several years of experience as a nanny for children with special needs, and I am a nurse. I love all pets, have some experience tutoring, and I look forward to spending time with your kids!
Faith can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Kendra K.
Portsmouth, VA
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Kendra, a fun and outgoing babysitter who loves spending time with children of all ages. I have 5 years of babysitting/nanny experience. I'm a certified first-aid & CPR provider. My hobbies include reading, swimming, running, soccer, drawing & more! I am confident I can provide your child with a positive, safe and fun...
Kendra can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Janet D.
Portsmouth, VA
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
A little about myself: -Military wife -Full-time online college students - Experienced with newborn and toddler twins -Cared for a family of 6 children -Housekeeping experience -CPR certified -Multiple references from families I've worked for over 6 months -Available for overnight care during family Vacation -Available as a...
Janet can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Portsmouth, VA
Kenchika W.
5.0
Keke was with our family for about two years, and took amazing care of our now 2 and 4 year old. She was punctual, extremely reliable, brought a great energy to the household, and most importantly we never had a worry about safety. She treated our kids as her own, and most certainly taught me a lot...
- Care member
Courteney N.
5.0
Courteney is a jewel. I can tell she is an amazing mother and educator just by the way she treated my boys. My youngest has an ultra rare syndrome and she treated him like any other child, which is extremely hard to find in this community. She came in with ideas of things he can do vs can't, she...
- Renea B.
Elizabeth L.
5.0
My daughter loved her. She was very tentative. When I call or text she answered right away. When she left my daughter told me she had a lot of fun. She was on time even though I had booked last minute. Very reliable.
- Angela W.
Tamira G.
5.0
We Hired Tamira After Losing Our Last Nanny And Could Not Have Been More Happy and Satisfied With Our Decision. She Was Always On Time and VERY Responsible. Her Communication Was Great and Our Daughter LOVED Her. She Was Extremely Patient and Nourishing To Our 6 Year Old. Will Definitely Be Using...
- Brittani G.
Alexxis H.
5.0
Alexxis has been amazing for my family over the past 5 months. She truly goes above and beyond in all aspects! I have no bad words to share about Alexxis. She truly is the baby whisperer.
- Kasey S.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Portsmouth, VA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Portsmouth, VA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Portsmouth, VA is as of is $17.30 per hour as of February, 2025. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Portsmouth, VA?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Portsmouth, VA?
You can find different nanny services in Portsmouth through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Portsmouth, VA with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Portsmouth, VA nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Nannies in Portsmouth, VA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.