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878 babysitters are listed in Alexandria, VA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Alexandria, VA
5.0
(1)
I have in total, 10 years of experience but only 7 years of paid work with children. I am certified in many areas, and I am more than happy to provide my certification's prior to watching a little one. I am currently a teacher at an Early Childhood Center and I generally work with children as young as 13 weeks to 4 years old. I...
Eden can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eden has such a great touch with kids. She is amazing with recognizing their needs and knows how to meet them. She is a sweet person overall and has so much love for kids."
Care member
Natalia R.
Alexandria, VA
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families!
My name is Natalia, and I'm 27 years old. I have a lot of experience with children aged 0-12 years old, I'm certified in CPR, first aid, basic health and safety.
*I love all kinds of sports, specially soccer and swimming, Enjoy arts and crafts, I love animals, I have my own transportation and a valid driver's...
Natalia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Natalia is kind and caring. She is professional, and put us completely at ease.
Highly recommended."
Paola R.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Hirut and I've been in Alexandria for 10 years. I've worked with nanny agency for 5 years and have worked with children ranging from 4 weeks to 16 years.
I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in Ethiopia. As a mom of 4 kids, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I...
5.0
"Hirut is so caring and very passionate about taking care of elders "
Care member
Nusrat A.
Alexandria, VA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with taking care of children for more than five year. I have also had five of my own children. I enjoy taking care of them and seeing them learn. I enjoy teaching them the right things. I am passionate about what I do because I have had experience with them for such a long time.
Nusrat can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Nusrat has been an amazing nanny for my son R. From the first time she met us she made us feel at ease and my son was very comfortable with her from the start. She is very experienced and knowledgeable about infant care. She is also willing to help with additional...
Saman H.
Hello I'm Elizabeth and I am a rising sophomore in college home for the summer! I have 6 years of consistent experience with children 3wks+. I am happy to help with light housekeeping, cooking/meal preparation, schoolwork, etc. I am comfortable driving kids around and have a car of my own. I'm looking for daytime and nighttime...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
I am a full time student while maintaining a full time job as well during the academic school year. When summer rolls around and school is over, I like to spend my free time giving care to children. Babysitting kids is something I really enjoying doing! I'm the oldest of three girls in my family and I believe it's given me great...
Daniella can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Grace M.
Alexandria, VA
$22-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Nanny & First Year Nursing Student
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience with babysitting and have nannied for the past two summers in Alexandria and DC. I am a rising senior nursing student who just finished my rotation in newborn/maternal nursing. I will be available 2-3 days a week, the days will just be dependent on the week. I am looking for something part time to...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Growing up in a family of more than 20 cousins, I have ample experience taking care of, playing with and baby-sitting children of all ages. More recently, I have been employed as both a baby-sitter for younger children and as an at home tutor, helping elementary school students with virtual learning.
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep
Highly dependable, structured, and creative personal assistant, home manager, and caregiver with three years experience. Emphasis on teamwork and leadership using effective communication to create constructive experiences in a warm productive environment where your child will thrive! Multitasking, time management, and working...
Nursen can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm Yareli recently moves to Alexandria Virginia, 23 years old, a little bit about me and why I love my job! bilingual. I am fluent in Spanish and English!!! I'm very organized and self motivated I would like to think does are one of my favorite things about me. I am certified by NOVA in education In Childhood...
Hi, I am 25 years old, I am from Colombia and I live in Alexandria, VA. I consider myself a spiritual woman, understanding that love is the true lighthouse of life. I like to help and share with people who inspire me to be better and understand that we are teachers of teachers. I am part of a great family that has taught me to...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
I have babysat children for as long as I could remember helping my family and friends take care of their children/my cousins, and I also worked at a Daycare Center for 3 years during high school, taking care of multiple children varying from 3 months old to 3 years old. I am a Senior at James Madison University majoring in Early...
Annie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello parents! Are you in the market for a babysitter who will keep your child engaged with fun activities this summer? My name is Michaela , I am 20 years old, and I am studying nutrition at Virginia Tech. I have been babysitting kids as young as two for several years, and I have spent the last two summers working as a...
Michaela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have over 5 years of paid experience working with toddlers, elementary school kids as well as middle age schoolers. I love and enjoy working with kids and through the years I have gained quite a lot of experience by working with different families. As a result, I am confident that I can easily adopt and provide specific family...
Rediate can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hi I'm Sabrina, I'm 20 years old and I'm from Argentina. I can speak English and Spanish.
I'm really responsible, I love being organized and clean. I like to do my best in all things that I do. I can learn if something needs special take care. I like speak and make an arrangement if something is not good.
Sabrina can also help with: Changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, window washing, kitchen cleaning, organization, general room cleaning & more
Sabrina E.
Alexandria, VA
$12-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Sabrina, I'm 20 years old. I'm from Argentina and I can speak English and Spanish...
I'm responsible and organized, I love pets and pass the time with them. I have got a primary auxiliary course for pets. I'm worried about their health and happiness.
We can speak about specific things or what is the best form for you....
Sabrina can also help with: Grooming, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
NAPPS Certified
I'm a rising sophomore at the University of Georgia. I nannied and babysat all of high school for families in my neighborhood and I'm looking to find more babysitting jobs this summer!
Ashley W.
Alexandria, VA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently a nutrition and dietetics student at James Madison University. I am new to care. com but I have been babysitting since I was in middle school for all age groups. I have 7 years of work experience with school aged children and personal experience with infants and toddlers. I have previous nanny experience with...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
I grew up pet sitting all of middle and high school and I have two dogs myself who I care for! I love dogs and cats especially and pet sit for a lot of families in my neighborhood.
Carolina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I was born in Brazil and I left to Spain when I was 8. When I was 21 (2022) I started college on campus, then when I decided to become an aupair I transferred to online school (2023) so I could continue my studies. While I was an Aupair I watched over 2 kids for about a year, one boy (2 1/2 years) and one girl (4 months) and my...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Alexandria, VA
Eden F.
5.0
Eden has such a great touch with kids. She is amazing with recognizing their needs and knows how to meet them. She is a sweet person overall and has so much love for kids.
- Care member
Natalia R.
5.0
Natalia helped with my 3 year old son for the last three weeks until my son started preschool. She is extremely patient, kind and very active with him. She was also very willing to help out last minute. She is overall a true professional and my son absolutely loved her. I will definitely use her...
- Julia M.
Hirut G.
5.0
Hirut is so caring and very passionate about taking care of elders
- Care member
Nusrat A.
5.0
Nusrat is a gem. She has cared for my two children (ages 4 and 1) multiple times and is always on time, organized, and great with the kids. She cared for my daughter when she was still an infant, a few times for full days at a time, and I never had a worry in the world. Don't hesitate to hire...
- Addar L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Alexandria, VA:
How can I find a Alexandria babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Alexandria, 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 878 babysitters in Alexandria, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Alexandria, VA?
The average rate for Alexandria, VA babysitters on Care.com is $19.46 per hour as of May 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 Alexandria, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Alexandria, 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.
Ratings for Alexandria, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 693 reviews of the 878 listed babysitters.