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342 babysitters are listed in Fairfax, VA
The average rate is $18/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Fairfax, VA
Mirtha M.
Fairfax, VA
$19-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient - Affectionate - Trustworthy Full-Time/Part-Time Caregiver
4.7
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
As a mother of two adult children, I have the innate skills to care, understand, stimulate and love children but as a Child Care Provider (permit issued), I also have the training, the professional skills that let me feel 100% sure I will do an excellent job taking care of children from 2 months old and up.
I am loving,...
Mirtha can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"We were considering Mirtha for a position where we ultimately hired a former caregiver. However, I enjoyed meeting with Mirtha, appreciated the care she provided for my children and her wealth of knowledge on caring for children. She seems to have a lot of...
Bridget D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Karina. I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Pet Sitting. We have pets of our own. 2 dogs (9 1/2 years old Morkie and a 1-year-old Chipoo) as well as a 2-year-old bunny.
Karina can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Karina took care of our cat while we were out of town. We came back to a happy and healthy cat. Karina was trustworthy and dependable."
Brianna P.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Gabriela.
I've been working in the veterinary field for 8years now and am now a licensed veterinary technician.
I work with all sizes, breeds and ages. I am comfortable medicating pets along with knowing when a pet maybe showing signs of sickness/discomfort.
I have worked in general practice, emergency and...
Gabriela can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Bernadette F.
Fairfax, VA
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable, Experienced, Educated, And Fun Nanny Available!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began caring for and being around infants and small children when I became an Aunt for the first time at the age 12. After high school, I was a Nanny in the San Francisco Bay area for a retired 49'ers player. After returning to the Pacific Northwest I began coursework in Early Childhood Development and began working in...
Bernadette can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bernadette is superb and focused. When with your children 100% of her is focused on them. Very dependable and trustworthy. "
ZaZa B.
Laila A.
Fairfax, VA
$14-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the owner of two extremely energetic terriers. I love any and all animals, especially the ones with big personalities. I am more then willing to follow any extra care needs for your pets.
5.0
(5)
I am an animal lover who grew up with tons of pets. I have been a pet sitter since I was 12 years old which means over tens years of paid experience! I am patient, punctual, and great at following directions. I have personally owned or have had experience with cats, dogs, rodents, fish, horses, pigs, cows, lizards, and birds. I...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Emily is the dream sitter. She is reliable, conscientious, trustworthy, caring, and loving. She cared for my cats and gardens for many years and did an excellent job at both taking care of, and communicating that care, to me. I highly recommend her to everyone....
Patty H.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am very friendly with dogs and cats and love to be around them. You would happily be able to trust me with your furry babies :)
Mannal can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a licensed registered nurse who has recently graduated with my second bachelor degree from Jefferson College of Health Science receiving a B. S. in Nursing and have always loved taking care of people and making them feel comfortable! I believe everyone has something special about them and I make it a mission to bring it out...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"she is very reliable, understanding, and showed up earlier. kids loved her, especially my little girl."
Jenna S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jackie, and I have 10 years of childcare experience with kids 6 months - 12 years old.
My personal philosophy is very gentle but firm. I believe that children should have fun, and that they need a good listener sometimes, to help them to thrive.
Childhood can be a very magical time! Fill it with joy and...
Jackie can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jackie is a very creative, caring and punctual person! My 3 kids looked forward to her daily arrival and talked about all the fun they had with her during the day. Swimming, painting, crafts, homework and more are Jackie's speciality. She quickly became part of of...
Grace M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Gabriela. I have a few years of experience taking care of children. I previously wanted to be a preschool teacher but then also found a passion in the veterinary field. I previously worked at kindercare for a year where I gained more experience working with infants to pre-k.
A little about my personality, I am...
Gabriela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Gabriela is knowledgeable with children and all animals. She is reliable, kind, and hardworking. On the occasions I've needed to call her last minute she is always willing to kindly accommodate."
Katherine G.
5.0
(2)
Hello there! After graduating from college, I worked in a dementia unit at a nursing home. I loved my job! Elders are awesome and I wish my grandparents lived closer. If I can help your family out at all, especially during this time, with errands or anything else, please get in touch!
Sydney can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"Sydney provided care to my mother, who has early-stage Alzheimer's Disease, while we were out-of-town. After I hired her, I found out that she had also worked for my neighbor as a babysitter, and our neighbor has only good things to say about Sydney. With that vote...
Amanda R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently looking for full time job or part time. I'm a certified Nursing Assistance/Caregiver with an experience of 3 yrs plus.
Nqobile can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"I have hired Faith, she just finished her 1st week, so far so good. She has come to work on time, very pleasant, she is a quick learner, she makes every effort to care for my mom as directed. communicates any questions or concerns. so far she is fitting in well!!...
Monica M.
Alexandra S.
Fairfax, VA
$8-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a student currently attending George Mason University and I know how hard virtual learning can be and I can assure that I am great with kids and I am a great student who can teach your children in the best way based on how they retain knowledge. I would love the opportunity if you would give me the chance.
Ashley P.
Fairfax, VA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Ashley, and I am a 22-year-old graduated student with a Master's of Teaching as well as a bachelor's degree in liberal studies in early and elementary education.
I absolutely love working and playing with kids, as I have great experience and developed a passion and communication skills from being a daycare...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We interviewed Ashley for a position and were delighted with her. She was very punctual, respectful, professional, and sweet. My son was sad when she left after the interview and kept asking when she was coming back. We ultimately went with a different applicant...
Cherie O.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have grown up taking care of children! I have a passion for them and have numerous years of experience. When I was younger, I provided in-home care as a mother's aide. In middle school, I nannied for several families and provided regular childcare throughout the day. While in high school I worked with children at church-...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah is a fun, giving person who seeks the best in others."
Andrea F.
Sydney L.
Fairfax, VA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
In the last 10 summers I have been out to Indiana to help out for fun on my cousins farm. I absolutely love it. While in college, although not as intense (waking up at 5 a.m. to walk pigs hahaha), I housesat for many families around my university.
Sydney can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Viviana R.
Fairfax, VA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Have Been Working With Two Wonderful Autistic Little Boys For The Past 3 Years.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children. It has been been my calling to be around them. I have been taking care of children since 1992. I am 53-year-old woman born in Chile but raised in the United States. I consider myself very loving, patient and gentle.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Katie!
I have 7 years of babysitting/ 1 year of nanny experience! I have experience watching 4 kids at a time, twins, and working with kids with special needs! I'm Red Cross certified in babysitting, adult and pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED.
Some activities I love doing with kids are playing sports/games, doing...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have kept all ages from newborn to 10 years old. Every child that I have came in contact with have absolutely loved me, and likewise. I never turn a child away. I think all children deserve to have the same amount of love. I never let a child go without, every time I go to the store I am buying for a child. I allow the...
Jaz'mon can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hello, my name is Aisha!
I have 11 years of child care experience with ages 1 month - 11 years old , including working as a nanny in France.
As a medical assistant and CPR certified caregiver, safety is very important to me. In my free time I like to go on walks, bake, hang with my furry friends, and read.
I'm mostly...
Aisha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fairfax, VA
Mirtha M.
4.0
We were considering Mirtha for a position where we ultimately hired a former caregiver. However, I enjoyed meeting with Mirtha, appreciated the care she provided for my children and her wealth of knowledge on caring for children. She seems to have a lot of patience for toddlers, and knows how to...
- Bridget D.
Karina Q.
5.0
Karina took care of our cat while we were out of town. We came back to a happy and healthy cat. Karina was trustworthy and dependable.
- Brianna P.
Bernadette F.
5.0
I had the pleasure of working with Bernadette at a Therapeutic Riding Facility and got to see her patience and professionalism first hand. She's dedicated and has an easy going nature that connects with kids (and animals!). She has experience with children with a wide range of abilities and is...
- Deb S.
Emily T.
5.0
Emily is the dream sitter. She is reliable, conscientious, trustworthy, caring, and loving. She cared for my cats and gardens for many years and did an excellent job at both taking care of, and communicating that care, to me. I highly recommend her to everyone. You won't be disappointed.
- Patty H.
Diamond C.
5.0
she is very reliable, understanding, and showed up earlier. kids loved her, especially my little girl.
- Jenna S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fairfax, VA:
How can I find a Fairfax babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Fairfax, 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 342 babysitters in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, VA?
The average rate for Fairfax, VA babysitters on Care.com is $18.83 per hour as of April 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 Fairfax, VA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, VA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Fairfax, VA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 257 reviews of the 342 listed babysitters.