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858 babysitters are listed in Alexandria, VA
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2023
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Most recent reviews for babysitters in Alexandria, VA
Kadijah K.
4.0
Kadijah was a great addition to our household. we are sad we couldn't keep her around longer. she had great communication and took direction very well. she helped so much with my two month old and the days flew by.
- Elena B.
Marjorie A.
5.0
Marjorie is very dependable and responsible. She loves take care of children and it's a good dog walker too. Very creative for kids activities and excellent driver. I would like to recommend Marjorie to anybody !
- Karol F.
Maryclaire O.
5.0
Maryclaire has babysat for us (3 & 5 year old boys) several times and did a really nice job. My sons like her a lot.
- Erica A.
Amanda A.
5.0
Amanda is an excellent caregiver. She is always on time and she is very flexible with our changing needs! Our 1-year-old son is always happy to see her and he loves playing outside, at the library, and going on walks with her too. Would hire her again!
- Katharine T.
Savannah M.
5.0
Savannah was super awesome with our kids. We used her services bi-monthly for almost a year. She was always punctual and very understanding when we'd inevitably show up late at the end of a long date night. Kids loved seeing her and she engaged with them in play while encouraging them to do active...
- Steven B.
Babysitters in Alexandria, VA
4.0
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I have 5 years of experience. I absolutely love kids, I've been babysitting for about 3 years and have been a preschool teacher for 2 years. I'm also willing to bring the classroom experience into homes! I'm experienced in behavior management. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands (and...
Kadijah can also help with: Light cleaning, Grocery shopping
Recent review:
4.0
Kadijah was a great addition to our household. we are sad we couldn't keep her around longer. she had great communication and took direction very well. she helped so much with my two month old and the days...
Reviewed by Elena B.
Marjorie A.
Alexandria, VA
$22-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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My name is Marjorie. I have 7 years of experience nanny/babysitter with kids of all ages, from 2 months to 13 years old, and I also have experience with special needs kids.
I really enjoy taking care of children and I would love to be part of your children rearing and development.
A few things...
Marjorie can also help with: Light cleaning, Carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
Marjorie is very dependable and responsible. She loves take care of children and it's a good dog walker too. Very creative for kids activities and excellent driver. I would like to recommend Marjorie to anybody...
Reviewed by Karol F.
5.0
(1)
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I have 6 years of experience babysitting and tutoring! I am currently a student at William & Mary but go home to Alexandria for the summer! I love working with kids and on-top of babysitting I have volunteered as a tutor for elementary and middle school students for the past 5 years. I also have...
Maryclaire can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Maryclaire has babysat for us (3 & 5 year old boys) several times and did a really nice job. My sons like her a lot.
Reviewed by Erica A.
Amanda A.
Alexandria, VA
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi! My name is Amanda. I'm currently employed full-time but I'm looking for a part-time position to babysit after work. I am very good with children and love spending time with them! I have been babysitting children of all ages since I was 15 years old. My current availability is Monday-Friday from...
Recent review:
5.0
Amanda is an excellent caregiver. She is always on time and she is very flexible with our changing needs! Our 1-year-old son is always happy to see her and he loves playing outside, at the library, and going on...
Reviewed by Katharine T.
5.0
(6)
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I have been caring for young children professionally since 2009. I find assisting in a child's development to be a rewarding career field. Through the years, I have experienced working with children from birth to age 10. In 2015 I started as a full-time nanny with my Virginia family. Prior to living...
Savannah can also help with: Carpooling, Travel
Recent review:
5.0
Savannah was super awesome with our kids. We used her services bi-monthly for almost a year. She was always punctual and very understanding when we'd inevitably show up late at the end of a long date night....
Reviewed by Steven B.
5.0
(3)
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Hello! I'm McKenzie and I'm looking for Saturday and date night babysitting! I was an after-school nanny throughout college and loved it, so I'm hoping to find another great family! I'm recently graduated and teach kindergarten. I love kids and am a kind, dedicated, creative and fun nanny. I am...
Mckenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel, Carpooling
Neida R.
Alexandria, VA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Part-time Baby Sitter Available On Mornings And Some Afternoons
5.0
(1)
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My name is Neida. I was born and raised in the Mount Vernon/Alexandria area, I have been nannying/babysitting for 8 and a half years, in the church nursery, volunteering at my old elementary school and taking care of my little sister. I graduated from George Mason, majoring in Criminology. I am also...
Neida can also help with: Carpooling, Travel, Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Neida watched my three girls this summer. She was dependable, always on time. She responded to text messages promptly and was great with my girls. My girls were 11, 9, and 8 years old. She planned daily...
Reviewed by Tamika M.
Jesse Marie A.
Alexandria, VA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hello, my name is Jesse Marie!
I am currently a school-based occupational therapist and a recent graduate from Shenandoah University School of Health Professions. Prior to being an occupational therapist, I worked as a preschool teacher for children ages 2-5. My experience includes caregiving to...
Recent review:
5.0
Jesse took care of our 2.5 year old son over several months while our family transitioned through the birth of a new baby. She is calm, attentive, patient and kind with children. She is reliable and always on...
Reviewed by Kate F.
5.0
(2)
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Hello all! and thank you for taking the time to view my profile, my name is Mame, I am kind, dependable and reliable individual with lots of creative craft ideas. I first found my love of taking care of children while babysitting my younger cousins, and some of the children in my neighborhood. I...
Mame can also help with: Grocery shopping, Carpooling, Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Mame is a competent, thoughtful, and
sweet caregiver. She always had our little
one's best interest in mind, and it wasn't
long before A. was flapping her arms
in excitement when Mame walked in the
room. I...
Reviewed by Sarah H.
5.0
(1)
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Hello,
My name is Patt and I am 34 years old. I was born in Peru and moved to DC over 15 years ago. I speak Spanish and English. I grew up in a large family, so I am used to being around lots of kids and would help out as well. I currently work but I spend some of my free time babysitting and pet...
Patt can also help with: Carpooling, Travel
5.0
(2)
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I'm the oldest of 5 brothers whom I watched when we were younger. I enjoy babysitting my younger cousins and teaching them valuable life lessons. I also have experience working with children who have behaviors and Autism. I was in charge of helping these individuals complete their mandated...
Keanu can also help with: Carpooling, Travel, Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Keanu arrived on time. Communication before and during was excellent. He kept my son engaged. The biggest critic (my 7 year old) asked me if we can hire Keanu as a caregiver in the future. Highly recommend.
Reviewed by Lou C.
5.0
(1)
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Hi! I currently live in Alexandria I graduated from ASU in May 2019 with my bachelors degree and May 2021 with my masters degree. I have lots of experience with childcare. I have 6 siblings that I helped raised from birth. I worked in a kids club at a gym for about 3 years, we took kids from the...
Recent review:
5.0
Phailynn is very sweet and was able to handle both our 3 year old son and niece. She painted with them, and prepared/served dinner as well. Looking forward to having her back in the near future!
Reviewed by Dana P.
Vanessa B.
Alexandria, VA
$12-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hello! I am a senior at Virginia Tech majoring in digital marketing. I have been babysitting for over 7 years and I love it. I am comfortable with babysitting any age and a maximum of 6 children at once. I can help with homework, do grocery runs, take the kids to a park, out to eat, or even get ice...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, Carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
A very caring and reliable babysitter! 10/10 would recommend.
Reviewed by Nicholas G.
Elizabeth M.
Alexandria, VA
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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Hi there,
I am Elizabeth and am 27 years old. I used to own my own babysitting job until I moved and am now trying to go back to what I love to do which is working with children. I have a little over 9 years working with children from ages 5 months to 12 years old and I also have children myself, 5...
Recent review:
5.0
This woman is honestly incredible!! She cares for your kids like they're her own flesh and blood. She keeps a clean home and maintains a structured routine that keeps the kids engaged with fun and learning....
Reviewed by Erin R.
5.0
(3)
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I'd describe my personality as charismatic, creative and courteous!
I like working with kids because they are inspiring and infectious. I love teaching them and seeing them grow. I also love being able to bring out my inner child. :)
I'm looking for a job that is fun, engaging, and active.
I...
Recent review:
5.0
Ms. Charissa was my son's preschool teacher last year. She was so loving and nurturing to my son and so empathetic to his needs. My son has some special needs, and instead of finding the necessary...
Reviewed by Irene P.
5.0
(5)
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Nanny/ babysitter of kids from 1-month-old until 16 years old.
I'm bilingual English/Spanish and can speak to them as you prefer.
I would drive, pick them up from school, take them to special activities, help with homework, help with kids food preparation, hang with them out.
Please feel...
Thania can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning, Travel
Recent review:
5.0
Thania worked with my family for almost 2years! She took care of my toddler since he was 2 months, giving him a lot of love and care. We saw her as a part of our family and would definitely recommend her.
Reviewed by Karim D.
5.0
(1)
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Hi. I'm Amanda, I'm a psychologist (graduate in 2015) and I currently live in Alexandria/VA. I have a lot of experience with children here in USA and back home, in Brazil. I've been babysitting/working as a nanny for over 7 years now and I have experiences with newborns until 14yo teens! I love...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Amanda was excellent!! She did awesome with our three kids, showed up on time (7am) and had the kids playing and reading after school. We have had other sitters just turn on the TV or have our 12 year old do...
Reviewed by Stephanie T.
5.0
(3)
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I'm a nurse in El Salvador I have experience whit baby and was working in some daycare and cared baby's in my house too I was a babysitter for 5 years I have experience in early attention with babies also I have a ABA certification, some experience with kids with autism and I don't have problems...
Recent review:
5.0
She has a solid background in the medical field, always on key with her task and is always willing to go the extra mile.
Reviewed by Robert L.
Sehrish I.
Alexandria, VA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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My name is Sehrish I am a loving mother and alot of experience in childcare. I worked in private daycare. also worked in families. I have worked all ages. I am looking for babysitting job in my own home. I have also 2 year teaching experience in preschool. I have CPR/AED certificate. I have...
Sade J.
Alexandria, VA
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
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I have been babysitting for four years now and I enjoy my job. I have taken Early Childhood Education Course and worked in two day cares. My special Skills are being friendly, responsible, caring, creative and patient. As a babysitter I write a daily report of what we did for the day being the food...
Recent review:
5.0
Shade is amazing! I spent the day with her at an at home nanny interview, and she arrived early (so rare!), was very professional and kind, took COVID precautions, and had ideas and activities already planned...
Reviewed by Emily R.
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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 858 babysitters in Alexandria, VA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 $18.05 per hour as of May 2023. 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 2023, 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 Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 662 reviews of the 858 listed babysitters.