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Meka B.

  • 20 years paid experience
  • 9 miles
Meka B., Babysitter in Portsmouth, VA 23703 with 20 years of paid experience

Hello, my name is Meka. Your child can call me MS. MEKA. I use to be a full time Child Care Provider years ago, but due to daily pain I could not do it full time anymore. I still love helping parents out in anyway that I can along with teaching & adding structure. I also know it’s hard to find quality care and people you trust and those who will be an advocate for your child.. (children in general). I am a mother of 3... ages 30, 25 & 23. I have bonus children too…. Also my oldest just had a little precious one(My grand age 3). I was home with them majority of their early childhood & teen years being able to prepare them for school, helping with school work, taking them to their activities, taking them to school, and making sure they completed high school and/ or college...(Honor grad/Cum Laude grad & many meetings/support for my child who has Dyslexia). I do believe “Learning starts at home”. I was a single mom most of that time. There were many times, I had to get 3 kids to 3 different events at the same time, but parents make a way & God will put the right people in your path to help you. Please let me know if I can be any assistance to you or your family. Feel free to ask me any questions you may have. Also, I am First Aid/CPR Certified & I have a background check through the state!! Along with completed requirements for Water Safety for Parents & Caregivers. Thank you... have a blessed day!

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$20–25/hr

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5.0

David S.

Ms. Meka is truly exceptional. She is not simply a babysitter. She is a childcare and child-development expert, and she brought a level of care, intention, structure, and expertise into our home that exceeded anything we had experienced before. We had recently moved to Norfolk and needed emergency childcare while we waited for a daycare space to open through the CDC network. We felt nervous about having someone we had never met care for our 15-month-old daughter, but Ms. Meka put those concerns to rest almost immediately. Within just a few days, she brought structure, consistency, and purposeful learning into our home in ways we did not even realize we needed. Most importantly, she showed us how much we had underestimated our daughter’s abilities. Through patience, repetition, clear expectations, and age-appropriate structure, Ms. Meka showed us just how much our daughter could understand, communicate, and accomplish. She also taught us how to reinforce those skills ourselves. Our daughter felt comfortable with her right away. Ms. Meka quickly realized that she had previously learned sign language at daycare and helped her pick it back up after we had struggled to continue using it at home. She also taught the signs to us so we could reinforce them as a family. She showed us simple, age-appropriate ways to communicate boundaries, including how to address behaviors like hitting in language our daughter can understand at this stage of development. Those small changes have already made a difference in how we communicate with her. We are also a dual-language household (English/Spanish), and Ms. Meka embraced that from the start. She looked for ways to support strong communication across both languages and made sure our daughter could continue learning and expressing herself in a way that worked for our family. Every day included reading, music, crafts, outdoor play, learning, and meaningful engagement. At the end of each day, Ms. Meka wrote a detailed report about our daughter’s activities, meals, development, and overall day. That level of communication gave us tremendous peace of mind and set a new standard for what we expect from in-home childcare. What stands out most is that Ms. Meka did more than care for our daughter. She made our family better. She taught us how to better understand and communicate with our child, gave us more confidence as parents, and showed us how capable our daughter truly is. The level of care, dedication, and expertise Ms. Meka provides is extraordinary. We could not recommend her more highly.

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Karla R.

  • 14 years paid experience
  • 9 miles
Karla R., Babysitter in Portsmouth, VA 23703 with 14 years of paid experience

Hello parents! 😁 I’m a proud mother of five children, three ladies and two fellas, ages 20 to 28. In 2022, I became a Grammy to each a girl and a boy and another grandson came along in 2024. Twelve years ago, I earned a Master’s degree in Education and have over seven years of teaching experience in public education at both the high school and middle school levels. In my early years of motherhood, I operated in-home daycares for infants to pre-school aged children. I have taught and assisted many times in church Sunday School classes (nursery to high school) and have led and assisted with Vacation Bible School (nursery to high school). I have also led and assisted with youth groups and activities to include attending week-long summer camps and weekend retreats. I’m a divorcee of a retired serviceman. For those military families reviewing my profile, I’m very familiar with life in the military and the challenges that are presented along the journey. Thank you for your dedication and service! Needless to say, I have a genuine love for children of all ages and enjoy teaching and nurturing them; helping each one grow and learn to be the unique person they are created to be. Activities I take pleasure in are walking, reading, crafting, healthy eating, spending time in the kitchen and listening to music (dancing to the music, as well, even if someone is watching!). These are also some of the things I like to do with children, and of course, encouraging them to find and pursue their own interests and participating along with them. Life is certainly meant to be enjoyed, but there are times the fun might need to wait. You can be assured that your children will be accountable for their personal responsibilities (when applicable) like chores and homework (which I’m more than willing to assist), but who says these things can’t be fun? It’s all about perspective and that’s what I hope to instill in your children should you give me the opportunity. I appreciate the time you have taken to review my profile!

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$25–27/hr

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5.0

Suzy K.

We adore Karla and have had the best experience with her. I have a 18 month old and Karla has worked for us for almost a year now. She is so sweet with her and i feel like she just understands babies and kids so well. Shes never distracted and is always attentive to Reese, which was something I really was looking for in a nanny. She has been flexible with our schedule and is always reliable. I would recommend her over and over again. She feels like family for us.

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Breanna B.

  • 4 years paid experience
  • 12 miles
Breanna B., Babysitter in Portsmouth, VA 23703 with 4 years of paid experience

Hi, my name is Bre! I used to work at a daycare/preschool specializing in ages 6 months-5 years old back in 2021. Since I left, i've been babysitting/nannying at families homes full time since. I have experience with children with autism from ages 3-9, as well as sitting for up to six children at once, and I’m flexible with schedule changes and last minutes! I love kids and even have a little boy of my own now. :) I'm currently looking for a full/part time job with a loving family who is looking for childcare any time of day, weekends, or occasional sitting. I’m in the Hampton, Fox Hill area and would prefer homes on this side of the water, but don’t mind the occasional drive

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$20–25/hr

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5.0

Jessica S.

Breanna is amazing! We had never left our 15 month old with anyone outside of the family, so naturally we were nervous. Breanna made us feel so comfortable and confident that he was in good hands! Our little one clearly adored her and didn’t want her to leave! She’s very responsive and flexible. We will 100% be using her going forward!

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Leah M.

  • 5 years paid experience
  • 5 miles
Leah M., Babysitter in Portsmouth, VA 23703 with 5 years of paid experience

Hello! I’ve been working with preschoolers, occasionally toddlers, and elementary age level kids for four years! My schedule is very flexible! Please message me if you are interested in finding a new sitter for your child!

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$25–25/hr

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Seth N.

Leah was amazing! We had her babysit four kids (ages 4 - 7) and she did a great job, taking care of them, playing games, and keeping them safe. Would definitely hire again and thank you Leah!

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Cortina T.

  • 25 years paid experience
  • 8 miles
Cortina T., Babysitter in Portsmouth, VA 23703 with 25 years of paid experience

My name is Cortina Travis, I am 50 years old and very interested in your job posting. I have been a professional nanny over 30 years. I am looking for Full Time or Part Time work. I live in Newport News Virginia. A little bit of my history: I was a Full Time nanny for twins 1 month old for 13 years and Full Time nanny for 2 month old infant and Absolutely LOVE IT!! I am CPR and First Aid Certified, non- smoker as well as have a clean driving record and love animals. I will be happy to provide references as well as meet or chat on the phone. Looking forward to hearing from you and wish you the best of luck with your search. 757-532-7112.

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$16–20/hr

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Christopher P.

Tina has been a wonderful! She has been flexible with our hours and is great with our little boy. We really appreciate having her on call to help us!!! -Chris

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Yaslin G.

  • 8 years paid experience
  • 5 miles
Yaslin G., Babysitter in Portsmouth, VA 23703 with 8 years of paid experience

Hello! My name is Yaslin. I am a recent graduate who completed my training as a Physician Assistant and am currently awaiting certification. I’m excited to begin working as a PA soon, and in the meantime, I’m looking to babysit as I truly enjoy working with children. I have several years of experience caring for children in both medical and educational settings. I worked as a Medical Assistant for four consecutive years at two private pediatric practices in New York City, and I have also been a summer camp counselor and a daycare assistant. During my training, I continued volunteering as a daycare assistant, where I helped children with homework, assisted with feeding, and supported their daily routines and care needs. I have experience working with children ranging from six months old to teenagers, and I feel very comfortable adapting to different age groups and needs. I am CPR and AED certified and have also worked in after-school programs with children from kindergarten through 8th grade. In that role, I provided tutoring support, helped children transition between activities, and ensured their safety while offering guidance and structure throughout the day.

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$25–31/hr

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5.0

John L.

Yaslin was a pleasure to work with and she did a great job taking care of our 26 month old daughter while her daycare class was closed.

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Christa L.

  • 22 years paid experience
  • 7 miles
Christa L., Babysitter in Portsmouth, VA 23703 with 22 years of paid experience

hello! i am a 50 year old stay at home mom,i have 2 boys 17 & 13. I run a small in home childcare & are looking to add a few more! I am CPR certfied& great references, flexible hours.I love each child that is in my care,I plan things for the children to do! I also have taken Early childhood education classes at TCC. I am located in Norfolk near Tidewater & Lafayette.I look forward to hearing from you! Daily rates, you only pay for when the child comes! Only fo childcare in my norfolk home

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$8–15/hr

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5.0

Izac O.

Christa did a great job. We needed short term child care on short notice. Christa responded quickly to us, called us, and provided additional details on the weekend before we needed child care. Our child enjoyed her time with Christa and talked non-stop about her time there.

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Dawn F.

  • 35 years paid experience
  • 4 miles
Dawn F., Babysitter in Portsmouth, VA 23703 with 35 years of paid experience

    I care for newborn to pre-school age, in my home.Fulltime or part-time. Monday to Friday. All the babies and children have my constant attention with loving care. We have lots of fun learning ABC's, numbers and colors through games, puzzles and reading books. We have lots of play time, lunch and naps,, with lots and lots of love and care.

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$10–10/hr

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5.0

Cathleen S.

She is very nice, super engaging with our children, very prompt, easily accessible. I would definitely recommend her to others in need.

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Jelina D.

  • 6 years paid experience
  • 12 miles
Jelina D., Babysitter in Portsmouth, VA 23703 with 6 years of paid experience

Hey families! My name is Jelina. I've been working with the littles since 2020 encompassing childcare at the home and in-school settings, as a Registered Behavior Technician working with kiddos with Autism, and currently in the therapeutic setting with children up to young adults. I am CPR and First-Aid certified. CURRENT AVAILABILITY (as of 07/27/2026): Mondays ALL DAY & Wed-Fridays NIGHTS starting 530pm.

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$17–20/hr

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5.0

Megan R.

Jelina was a dream come true. I immediately felt comfortable with her; she is articulate, kind, and has seemingly endless patience with my 10 month old. My daughter LOVED her from day one and Jelina went out of her way to make sure she was alwasy engaged and learning new things as she played. She is also very prompt, communicative, and ensures that we are on the same schedule and that all expectations are clear. I would highly recommend Jelina.

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Thara J.

  • 33 years paid experience
  • 12 miles
Thara J., Babysitter in Portsmouth, VA 23703 with 33 years of paid experience

Hello! I'm Ms. Thara, a Virginia state-licensed childcare provider with over 35 years of licensed experience caring for infants through school-age children. I believe childhood should be filled with curiosity, kindness, and joyful learning through play. As a mother of four and grandmother, I understand the trust families place in their childcare provider and strive to create a warm, safe, nurturing environment where every child feels loved, confident, and encouraged to grow. I am bilingual (English/Spanish), CPR and First Aid certified, and a graduate of Mount Holyoke College. Throughout my career, I've developed my own nature-inspired learning activities that help children build language, creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. I look forward to meeting your family and becoming a trusted partner in your child's early years. Hablamos Español!

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$10–25/hr

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