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Hi! my name is Norma. I'm a loving mother of two boys, now graduated from college. I have had years of experience raising my own two boys as well as my nieces and nephews along the way. A couple of years back, my sister in law, and I opened our own home dare care, which ran for 5 years until 2017. Afterward I decided to pursue...
Andrea M. says "Norma has been the absolute best nanny to our 1 year old daughter over the last 6 months. She is an incredibly loving and caring person. We trust her...
Hello everyone my name is sophia and I'd describe my personality as bubbly, cheerful, and down to earth.
I'm looking for a job that I can bring my creativity, knowledge and experience into one place I enjoy working at everyday
I started working with kids when I was really young, I am the oldest of 15 children so learning to...
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I'm a mother of two girls, one in high school and the other in college. I have many years of experience working with children. I was previously a substitute teacher in Nevada and I was an active parent volunteer with school and sports for many years. I am a federal employee, currently furloughed, and available on short notice to...
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5 years experience·
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Hello! My name is Kayleigh and I am 22 years old. I have just graduated from Jame Madison University with my degree in Nursing! While I am in between my job starting mid-August, I would love to work regularly and hopefully work out a schedule to continue babysitting after that. Coming from a family of 7 children, I have a lot of...
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7 years experience·
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Hello! My name is Namrah and I am 23 years old. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. A few of my hobbies include watching movies, painting, making crafts, and shopping. My mom has had a home daycare for the past 20 years, so I have been around children (all age groups) for as long as I can remember....
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10 years experience·
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Hello! My name is Alyssa and I am a WFH business owner who absolutely adores working with kids! Although I love working from home, I miss having some social interaction! I have always loved working with children, so I thought it would be a great idea to find a family to work with part-time.
Now a little about my experience, I...
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Hello my name is Fakhra! My daycare is located in Herndon and licensed. I am certified in Infant/Toddler care from Northern Virginia community College. in addition to this I am certified in MAT, CPR & FIRST AID.. I have been working with children over the past 24 years, whether it may have been with children of my own, or...
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Fostering a nurturing environment where children can thrive is my greatest professional passion. My journey into childcare began with rewarding babysitting experiences that highlighted the profound impact a dedicated caregiver can have on a child's development. I am a patient, calm, and approachable professional waiting to...
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I have 9 years of experience taking care of kids of all ages. My first job was working in a child's care working at a gym. From there, I began making close connections to families and taking care of their kids in their own home. I still keep in touch with families I have babysat in the past. I also still take a care of 1 kid...
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2 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
I am a mother of two teenage daughters and very much enjoy being around children. I'm currently working in an elementary school cafeteria so I can work mornings, evenings , nights and the weekends. I am a non smoker and I have reliable car .
Cynthea T. says "Tehmina takes my son to his after school activity on Mondays. She is great at keeping me updated on departure and arrival. My son gives her a thumbs up...
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7 years experience·
Hired by 39 families in your area
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**IMPORTANT: PARENTS + FAMILIES, PLEASE MESSAGE ME BEFORE SENDING ANY BOOKING REQUEST!!!**
***Also, I do NOT consider ANY requests in Maryland, Arlington/Falls Church, and DC because they are too far, thank you for understanding.***
Hello, my name is Tofsirun. I have been a mom to three kids ages 25, 15, and 9. I have been...
Laura C. says "Highly recommend entrusting in Ms. L to take care of your little ones. She has been an amazing resource to provide care for my daughter during times when I...
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I enjoy working with and caring for children! I have had the privilege of working and caring for kindergarten age children for the past 10+ years. Prior to this I worked with a before and after school program, supervising groups on 20 or more children and implementing age appropriate activities to keep them engaged. In the past...
Care Member says "Tradicia was our full-time nanny for 8 months for our toddler. She became a valuable asset to our family, maintaining our son’s routine and bringing a...
Hello, I have been caring for children over the years -children of all ages and I really enjoy it. I now am a stay at home mom my kids are in full time elementary and my youngest who is always with me- is 4. I would love to watch another child ideally from my home. I love children of all ages!
Sly S. says "Amena and her family are WONDERFUL! She has been providing childcare for my preschooler for the past year. My child has many severe food allergies, and Amena...
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Hi! My name is Olivia. I've been babysitting for about 6 years and have recent experience being a nanny for an infant and a 2-year-old 5 days a week. I love to come up with activities to do with the children to help them reach their developmental milestones and gently guide kids through their feelings. I'm big on teaching kids...
Morgan R. says "We had Olivia babysit for our 1.5 yr old son. She was responsive, on time, very caring, extremely careful, took instructions very well, and seemed to get...
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Hello, my name is Marly. I am responsible and dependable, but also fun and energetic. I love kids and enjoy reading stories, coloring, watching movies, going to the park for a walk, etc. I believe in treating your children as I would my own! I have much babysitting experience and have babysat my little brother, cousins, family...
Frank O. says "Marly is the best! We have never felt this comfortable leaving our kids with any babysitter as much as we did with Marly. She is affable and upbeat....
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9 years experience·
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For all of my life, I've had an affinity and passion for working with kids! I was a camp counselor for about 4 years and also spent time being a one-on-one behavioral technician at Kennedy Krieger Institute for children with special needs. In 2022, I graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor's in Psychology, and...
Ayala K. says "We hired Sophie for a few weeks while she was on winter break. She took care of our 10 month old daughter full time and was part time with our 3 year old...
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, outgoing, adventurous. It's perfect for keeping the kids entertained!
I started working with kids when I was 12 as a babysitter. Since then, I've worked as a summer camp counselor and as a daycare attendant. Currently I work occasional weekends at a pottery/splatter paint room during the...
Tremell L. says "Morgan was great with my boys and exceeded every expectation."
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6 years experience·
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I am a reliable, responsible, and energetic person that loves to work with children. I am Have majored in early childhood development school-age specialization I also have a CDA and am first Aid CPR certified. I have a passion to work with children and believe that they are our future but we are the light that guides them in the...
Veronica V. says "Hedellim has provided child care for my two daughters for years now. Date nights, weekends or just for a few hours. Hedellim has always been available....
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I am currently working with a family who I met here on care. com. I take care of rambunctious 6-year-old autistic boy, who is non-verbal. He is getting home schooled and receives ABA therapy at home. I have learned a lot since I started September end last year. I thought I was patient before but I realized to have tons more....
Em J. says "I met Anu more than 10 years ago in college, she was an RA and wonderful support to the floor of young women that she was assigned to. Her ability to support...
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5 years experience·
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I am a native of northwest Indiana (just 25 miles south of Chicago), and I have lived in the DMV area for two years. I work full-time in Virginia during the week, so most of my availability would be during the evenings or weekends. I have enjoyed babysitting in the past before I moved and was hoping I could find a kind family to...
Leslie D. says "Angela has showed on time for both meeting her and babysitting job. My daughter absolutely enjoyed her. Angela was willing to play all of my daughter's...
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5,951 in-home babysitters are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of October 2026
The average star rating for rated in-home babysitters is 4.7
Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents
In-Home Babysitters are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 2,779 reviews of the 5,938 listed in-home babysitters
Norma M.
Norma has been the absolute best nanny to our 1 year old daughter over the last 6 months. She is an incredibly loving and caring person. We...
- Andrea M.
Tehmina A.
Tehmina takes my son to his after school activity on Mondays. She is great at keeping me updated on departure and arrival. My son gives her...
- Cynthea T.
Tofsirun L.
Highly recommend entrusting in Ms. L to take care of your little ones. She has been an amazing resource to provide care for my daughter...
- Laura C.
FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
What are in-home babysitters?
In-home babysitters are simply normal babysitters, but ones who specifically work in the home. Usually, families hire in-home babysitters to watch their children when they go on a date, help them with homework after school while the parents finish up work, or to have an extra set of hands around when juggling a busy home and family life.
What questions should I ask an in-home babysitter in an interview?
When interviewing an in-home babysitter, it can be helpful to have a list of interview questions ready to go. Not sure what questions to ask an in-home babysitter? You can ask them about their experience, what babysitter duties they feel comfortable handling, and what their past babysitting experiences are like. You can also request they provide you with references from past clients.
How much do in-home babysitters charge?
How much an in-home babysitter charges depends on a few different factors, such as their years of experience, where you live, how many children they will be watching, and what babysitter duties they’ll tackle. In-home babysitter rates start at $19.54, but again this price can vary. Which is why on Care.com, you can search for in-home babysitters that charge rates that fit your budget.
