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290 available babysitters in Arlington, VA

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Margaret $30 per hour for 1 child

I love the ages of infant to 5 years old and hope to one day return to caring for and establishing a full time early childhood business. My career since my early 20s has been in education. I worked for 3+ years in Early Childhood Education and later moved to middle school teacher. In addition, I raised two children of my own who are currently in their late teens. I'm currently working as an administrator in the central office of DC Public Schools and am seeking part-time employment as a nanny, babysitter, house sitter, pet sitter, and more. Whatever the family which is the right fit may need.

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Madison $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi there! I'm Madison and live in Northwest DC. I went to the University of Richmond and have spent the last 5 years working in the nonprofit space. I'm currently career pivoting to apply to school for occupational therapy, and I have a flexible schedule. I have experience babysitting, working as a companion for senior citizens, and years working as a camp counselor. I'm bilingual, energetic, and also happy to provide tutoring or homework help. I also love animals, happy to dog walk / dog sit as well and am comfortable with cats (have one at home😊)

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Danica $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I’m Danica, a recent master’s graduate in education with a strong background in childcare, pet care, and household services. I’ve spent over three years working with toddlers and older children in Montessori classrooms, early intervention settings, and as a caregiver, plus some experience with infants. I love doing crafts, baking, and spending time outdoors with kids, and I’m always happy to help with homework too. I’m also an animal lover! I have two cats and a dog of my own and have cared for many pets over the years. Whether it’s walking, feeding, or just playing and giving them attention, I’m comfortable with all breeds (even the big, fluffy ones). On top of that, I can help keep your home running smoothly. I have past experience as a house cleaner and can take care of cooking, cleaning, errands, laundry, and organizing. Families can count on me to be warm, reliable, and to keep their home running smoothly while making every day feel special and fun for their children.

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Kaia $30 per hour for 1 child

My name is Kaia and I’ve been responsible for taking care of and looking after children in various capacities. Whether it be my baby cousins, the neighborhood toddler, youth camps, or VBS I’ve been able to keep kids entertained and orderly. I’m good at arts and crafts, reading in different voices, creating dance routines, and playing pretend. Additionally, I have a French bulldog that has required a number of medical needs and attention. For 8+ years I did commercial cleaning services.

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Adriana $22 per hour for 1 child

Hola, me llamo Adriana. Soy mamá con amplia experiencia en el cuidado de niños pequeños. Me caracterizo por ser paciente, responsable, amorosa y muy atenta a las necesidades de cada niño. Ofrezco cuidado de niños, cuidado de personas mayores y servicios domésticos. Me encanta ser niñera y he cuidado recién nacidos, bebés, niños pequeños. Mis responsabilidades han incluido llevar retirarlosndel nus escolar, hacer manualidades, dar clases o refuerzo en el idioma español si así lo desean los padres. También trabajo como asistente doméstica y puedo ayudar con cocina, limpiar y hacer recados. He cuidado ancianos en asilos y me siento cómoda cuidando a personas mayores. Puedo cocinar, atenderlos o hacerle otras tareas. (¡También soy una excelente compañera de puente!) Me gusta estimular su desarrollo mediante juegos, actividades creativas y rutinas saludables.

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What does a babysitter do?

Babysitters supervise children and keep them safe while you're away. Depending on your needs, they may also help with meals, bedtime, homework, light cleanup, school pickup, or activities.

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Can I find babysitters for after school care in Arlington?

Yes. Families often use UrbanSitter for after school care, including pickup, homework help, tutoring, and early evening coverage. You can filter for babysitters who are willing to drive or have their own car.

Can I find babysitters for evenings, weekends, or extended hours in Arlington?

Yes. Families in Arlington use UrbanSitter for date nights, weekend plans, extended hours, and other scheduling needs. You can review each sitter's availability and experience to find someone who fits your hours.

Resources

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