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Sunmee O.

25 years paid experience
14 miles

$20–30/hr

I have been working with children for 25years. I currently work as a full time daycare teacher caring for elementary students. But available for weekend or weeknight babysitting opportunities. I’m CPR + First Aid certified and I’m Art Teacher. I have extensive experience with children of all ages. I’m patient and enjoy building connections with kids.

$20–30/hr

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Reina R.

9 years paid experience
13 miles

$22–25/hr

My name is Reina I am originally from El Salvador, which make fluent in spanish. I love being outdoors, reading and learn new things all the time. I love kids and enjoy engaging with them. I have many years of experience as a babysitter and love teach them new things all the time. I am very responsable and and follow all instructions on how parents want me to do my job.

$22–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Angela Patrick P.

Reina is AMAZING. She is kind. She genuinely cared about our daughter, and our daughter loved her like a second mother--because she was like a second mother. Reina is also very smart and responsible. She read up on childcare, applied what she found, and was great about following any instructions we had. Reina was also incredibly patient, even in the face of toddler chaos and tantrums, which made me feel very safe having her in charge. We were lucky enough to have Reina come for hours several days per week for multiple years, so we worked with her a lot. I'm probably forgetting some other great qualities to mention. But given how intelligent and trustworthy she is, I know that I would highly recommend her for any position. She is a talented, caring, and careful person.

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Joseline M.

4 years paid experience
13 miles

$28–35/hr

Are you looking for a energetic and bilingual babysitter!! I have experience as lead teacher in daycare center, and as babysitter for families. CPR and First Aid certify. I have 7 years of experience with toddlers, preschoolers, infant.I am currently available from Monday to Friday as well open to night time occasionally babysitting. If you are interested feel free to contact me!

$28–35/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Stephanie D.

Joseline is very professional and friendly. My kids enjoyed their time with her.

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Haley P.

6 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$20–25/hr

I am 28 years young and I would love nothing more than to be part of another family. I have always had a natural gift with being good with children. I was previously a STEM and art teacher for a private academy for about 3 years however I have 8+ years of childcare experience. I love watching little minds grow and knowing that I helped them reach their full potential physically and mentally.

$20–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Tiffany A.

Haley was very sweet and professional. We interviewed her to Nanny in our home. She was considerate, down to earth, knowledgeable, and kind. She was very easy to talk to and has a great professional background. We had several great nannies to interview so it was very hard to make a decision. In the end Haley was our runner-up. I’d love to work with her in the future (her education background would be amazing for slightly older kids (2-8) ) however, I think she would make a great difference in any family! I absolutely recommend Haley to any family looking for a quality Nanny.

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Gabrielle W.

7 years paid experience
13 miles

$24–28/hr

I have experience due to my younger siblings. I always helped my parents with them. I was given kids at my church because I could always get them quiet and put them asleep. I am cpr and first aid certified. I also babysat my entire high school career.

$24–28/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Kyrstyn M.

Gabrielle was very professional to have work for me. She cares deeply about what she does, and she’s amazing at it. Gabrielle is truly good with children of all ages.

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Violet B.

7 years paid experience
13 miles

$27–35/hr

Hi! My name is Violet! I am a professional caregiver with over 7 years experience. My current family is no longer in need of care and I am now seeking a full time, 40hrs a week position with a new family. Multiple references available, rate negotiable. Most recently I had 4 kids under the age of 4 but I enjoy and am comfortable with all ages! I have experience in structuring routines for all developmental stages. In addition, I am very organized and good at planning activities to stimulate and promote learning and fun. Highly experienced in teaching effective communication skills to children. My goal being to help them understand their emotions and work out problems with themselves and others. I also have 2+ years experience as a professional cleaner and am more than happy to help with light housework including meal prep and cleaning. Comfortable with pets. In my free time I enjoy baking, photography, hiking and live music.

$27–35/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Danielle D.

We are sad to be saying goodbye to our amazing nanny, Violet, as our four children transition into full-time school. This is completely a change in our family’s childcare needs—we would absolutely keep her if we could! Violet has 6+ years of nanny experience and has cared for children ranging from infants through age 10, including families with 1–4 children. She has a particular strength with infants and toddlers and is exceptional at creating a warm, engaging, developmentally rich day for young children. She is: * ❤️ Incredibly nurturing, attentive and playful * ? Exceptional with infants & toddlers * ? Wonderful with early learning and development—our youngest’s speech, reading, and engagement have flourished with her * ? Creative and constantly engaged: art projects, scavenger hunts, chalk obstacle courses, playground adventures, etc. * ?️ Extremely organized and thorough with schedules, routines, logistics and transitions * ? Excellent with sleep routines * ? Comfortable preparing meals and encouraging independence * ? Experienced driving children to school and activities in a family-provided vehicle * ? An exceptional communicator with parents—honest, thoughtful, proactive and genuinely collaborative One of Violet’s biggest strengths is that she really gets to know each child and adjusts to their personality and needs. As parents, we have especially appreciated how closely she communicates with us—sharing observations, asking questions, navigating transitions together, and making us feel like true partners in our children’s care.

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Shoghoofa T.

5 years paid experience
13 miles

$19–40/hr

Hi there! My name is Shogoofa Temory I am looking for full time employment I love working with children of all ages, and helping them grow I have 5 years of total experience in preschools and 11 total in child care I have my own vehicle and reliable transportation, I am very punctual and responsible, I'm fully vaccinated, have CPR first aid training, I am also fluent in 4 languages, Persian, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu! Currently learning Turkish as well. You can contact me via email (sho.temory02@gmail.com) or text (703- 469-7711) Looking for Monday-Friday but I am very flexible with my schedule, so I can do weekend shifts as well. I am located in Manassas, Virginia but am open to travel for work! Thanks for reading!

$19–40/hr

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Alingson P.

3 years paid experience
13 miles

$15–20/hr

Hi! I’m a warm, caring, and trustworthy nanny with experience caring for children from newborns to 6 years old, including my background as a former toddler teacher. My first language is Spanish, and I’m also comfortable communicating in English. I love creating a safe, happy, and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and feel loved. I’m patient, dependable, and happy to help with light housekeeping and family-related tasks to make your daily routine a little easier. I look forward to becoming a positive and supportive part of your family!

$15–20/hr

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Emily G.

6 years paid experience
10 miles

$25–40/hr

I am a part time student at Laurel Ridge Community College, and am looking for occasional date nights or even a consistent family. I am working part time but I can totally accommodate to you! I have 9 years of paid experience, and have worked with kids from newborns to 15 year olds. I love watching kids learn and contributing to their growth! I love creating engaging activities for kids - inside and outside! When i’m not in classes or working I am always outside! I’ve grown up playing many sports and absolutely love snowboarding. I also love to go on adventures and try new things!! I am first aid certified, Cpr certified, and Emt certified. I've loved all the families l've worked for in the past and enjoyed building relationships with not only the children but the parents as well! The parents l've worked for in the past would be glad to speak on my behalf as a reference as well. Please don’t hesitate to reach out and we can discuss availability! Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you.

$25–40/hr

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Parker S.

4 years paid experience
11 miles

$24–35/hr

I'm an energetic sitter with a genuine passion for caring for kids. I have extensive experience in childcare as I have been a summer camp counselor for the past 2 years, caring for kids ages 5-12 all day. I also have babysat for numerous families and hold long term relationships with them, ages ranging from 3-8. I’m happy to provide engaging activities and help with after-school meals and homework. I'm excited to bring my passion and positive attitude to families in Aldie, caring for kids is genuinely such a passion of mine. I am CPR + First Aid certified, and took an Early Childhood Education course in High School where I was certified to work with children 2-6. I am ready to create a fun, supportive environment while gaining valuable experience and supporting your family's needs, so please reach out!!