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Victoria F. - Seeking Work in Colonial Heights

Victoria Freeman

Colonial Heights, VA
$18/hr
2 years experience

A little bit about me…

Hi! I’m Tori! I currently work in a private day school for students with emotional disabilities and special education students. I have plenty of experience with children 6weeks to grade school. I would LOVE to be able to help your family out!
Emma M. - Seeking Work in Colonial Heights

Emma Morgan

Colonial Heights, VA
$13/hr
2 years experience

A little bit about me…

I am in school full time, I get out at 2:20. I love doing activities with kids and watching them grow in different ways. I have my drivers license and own car.
Hallie S. - Seeking Work in Colonial Heights

Hallie Smith

Colonial Heights, VA
$15/hr
2 years experience

A little bit about me…

Hi! My name is Hallie and I am a high school graduate. I have babysat children between the ages of newborn to 13 years old along with family pets. I love working with children and providing them with someone who loves and cares for them. I love doing crafts and games. I am available anytime Sunday-Saturday. I can provide references. I am excited and look forward to hearing from you!

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Emma Niesen

Colonial Heights, VA
$20/hr
2 years experience

A little bit about me…

Hello! I’m Emma, ive been working and caring for children since I was a kid! I have a huge family (6 younger sibling) I am the oldest so I took care of all of them! I do great with any kid and I’m very patient!
Tahquisha M. - Seeking Work in Colonial Heights

Tahquisha McDaniel

Colonial Heights, VA
$12/hr
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me…

I own and operate a daycare and nanny service.My staff are very organized and must be organized to ensure that they fulfill all duties and complete all tasks. My nannies are self-motivated,trained, & certified and have years of experience in childcare.
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Shirley Kline

Colonial Heights, VA
$12/hr
10+ years experience

A little bit about me…

I have been married 29 years in sept 2021 I have two children of my own daughter who is 20 and in her 3 rd year of college at Virginia tech and my son who is 16 and a junior in high school I am very outgoing, considerate,caring of others I am available Monday-friday 830-400 time can be negotiated

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Emily H.

Colonial Heights, VA
$13.44/hr

A little bit about me…

My name is Emily, I am 22 years old and have about 4 years experience working at various daycares, as well as being involved in summer camps. I love working with children and they seem to love me too! Im good with children of all ages but i do have a soft spot for the younger set as i have worked with mostly pre-schoolers. I am experienced with working with children in all different settings wether it be in a classroom teach them new and fundamental skills, or outdoors teaching them to have fun!
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Alexis Tinsley

Colonial Heights, VA
$14.50/hr
2 years experience

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Sherry

Colonial Heights, VA
$12.84/hr

A little bit about me…

I have babysat many children. I have worked in a Christian School as a substitute and in their daycare for nine years. I work in my churches nursery off and on.

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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Colonial Heights, VA?

The average cost of a babysitter in Colonial Heights, VA is $15.74 per hour. The cost of a babysitter is dependent on the babysitter’s experience, qualifications and location.
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Understand Babysitter Responsibilities in Colonial Heights, VA

Before beginning the search for a babysitter, it’s important to understand what you’re looking for and if a babysitter is the right choice for your child care needs. There are lots of benefits to hiring a babysitter such as getting the flexibility of having some more time for yourself or with your partner. When hiring a babysitter, first, you should explore the differences between a nanny and a babysitter. If you’re looking for occasional child care, babysitters are the right choice for you, but if you’re looking for more frequent care, a nanny may be better for your needs.

From there, you can think about what you expect your babysitter to handle so that you can create a profile for nannies to reach out to you. The boundaries for babysitters’ duties can vary from family to family. However, in general, a babysitter is responsible for making sure your kids’ needs are met, including things like ensuring they have opportunities to play and be active. When tasks go beyond child care, for example to housekeeping, laundry, or meal preparation, it’s good practice to communicate these expectations with your babysitter before hiring them. Along with the different duties that you ask for, experience and location in Colonial Heights can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Colonial Heights Babysitter Interviews

Once you start connecting with prospective babysitters, the next step is to conduct an interview. To make things a bit easier, here’s a list of some babysitter interview questions to consider asking:

  • Do you have experience being a babysitter?
  • What sort of household tasks are you open and comfortable doing?
  • Do you have any references?
  • Are you trained in First Aid or CPR in Virginia?
  • Do you have a Virginia driver’s license? Do you own a car?
  • How do you handle tantrums? Can you share an experience disciplining children?

During the hiring process, it’s essential to ask for references and by asking their references questions you gain a better understanding of they will fit in your family. As you get closer to hiring a nanny, be sure to run a background check to ensure your kids are in good hands. When evaluating a babysitter that you’re considering hiring, make sure you’re setting the foundation for a good relationship with your babysitter. You can do this by being clear about your expectations around babysitter responsibilities and compensation, and of course, by being friendly and welcoming!

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