Hey there!! 👋🏻 My names Sami, im 26 and recently moved here from Alaska to be closer to family. I’ve been looking after kids for 10+ years and it’s truly become a passion. Kids bring so much wonder and excitement to my life, I’m currently working on being a teacher in the VB district!
I’m a mother to a beautiful 7yo, you bet we find every excuse in the book to get outside! Whether it’s an art project, kicking a soccer ball, playing in the rain, or blowing bubbles-we’re outside and off electronics. I love to disconnect with iPads/tv and connect back to nature. Or helping them find a hobby/passion! I do photography and all types of art on the side (sketching, painting, pottery) so I’m sure we’ll always have something to do or create.
I’m all for “brain food” activities! Games, hobbies, activities that keep the body moving and the mind thinking! Back home I hiked every day I could, I loved exploring outside and the wonders that came with it. If I was scheduled to watch one of my kiddos on a weekend, we would go for a hike and take painting supplies along with our lunch.
I always hope kids remember me as the fun babysitter and/or nanny, I genuinely want to make that impression because of the people that were there for me as a kid. It makes a difference and they deserve those memories! If you need a sitter please don’t hesitate to reach out, they will always be safe and well looked after in my care. I look forward to chatting more if you’re interested. 😊
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Virginia Beach for work.
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New Year's Eve
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Overnight jobs
Full weekends
Vacations with the family
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
11 years experience working with children
I'm a parent
CPR training
First aid training
I carry a first aid kit
Working With Children Check (WWCC)
I have child car seats
10 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
General credentials:
26 years old
Police check
Drivers license
I have a car
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Liability insurance
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
When I was 15yo I moved in with a lovely family for 2 years as a nanny to 4 amazing kiddos under age 7. Beforehand I was working at my Christian schools before/aftercare program, who helped me connect with the family I nannied for!
While I was a live-in nanny, I nannied for a military family (newborn & 5yo) mornings and some overnights. Both families kids attended the same school, so some days I would have all 6 kiddos! I prepared meals, did light housework including laundry/dishes, and of course cleaning up after the kids. I took them to appointments, to/from school, and also vacationed with the family.
I took about 2 years off due to having my own child, who’s now 7. I’ve since then worked at my mother’s preschool, and have babysit/nannied for hundreds of kiddos-ranging from newborn to 12.
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.
I can travel within Virginia Beach for work.
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My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
5 years experience working with children
I carry a first aid kit
6 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
General credentials:
16 years old
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
Im a high school student who's going to go to college to become a pre school teacher and enjoys babysitting, I babysit 2 little boys, a 5 year old who is autistic and nonverbal and a 3 year old.
HI, I’m Shaunna Speller. I’m 16 years old. I loving taking care of kids. I also love pet sitting . I’m a really responsible and respectful sitter. I love to clean and I’m pretty decent at cooking. I can help with kid’s homework if they need it . I love walking dogs . I’m a really fun person to be around! If you need a cat sitter I will be delighted to do it , I love cats so much. I also know a lot of French. Have an awesome day !
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Virginia Beach for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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Morn
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Eve.
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Nite
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I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
School holidays
Public holidays
Vacations with the family
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
Childcare credentials:
CPR training
First aid training
I carry a first aid kit
Pet credentials:
I'm comfortable with pets
General credentials:
16 years old
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
I’m in high school I know CPR and first aid training. I have babysat five times and dog sat twice. I also have walked dogs twice. I get A’s and AB’s in school. I’m a really responsible 16 year old . I know the basics of taking care of children and pets. I can help kids with there homework .
I'm a fulltime mom and grandma to 2 beautiful girls. I love music, arts and crafts and photography. I am retired from the medical field and looking to spend my new found time watching kids.
Babysitter $15 / hour
Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:
Newborns (0 - 2 months)
Babies (3 - 12 months)
Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
Tweens (9 - 12 years)
Up to 4 children at once
Childcare duties I can do:
Light meals
Full meals
Bottle feeding
Toilet training
Changing diapers
Bathing kids
Help with homework
Care for twins/multiples
My availability
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.
I can travel within Virginia Beach for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
MTWTFSS
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Arvo
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Eve.
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Nite
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I'm available for:
School holidays
Public holidays
New Year's Eve
Valentine's Day
Overnight jobs
Full weekends
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
23 years experience working with children
I'm a parent
CPR training
First aid training
First aid training for babies
I carry a first aid kit
Asthma training
Anaphylaxis training
General credentials:
48 years old
Drivers license
I have a car
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Liability insurance
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
I raised 3 kids and currently have a 14 yr old daughter. When I was younger I worked as a Sunday School teacher for kids age 5-12 yrs old(including Vacation Bible School). I currently live with my daughter and 15 month old granddaughter
Babysitting Pay Rates Norfolk, VA, United States (Dec 2024)
Norfolk babysitters are paid an average of $16.73 per hour as of December 2024, which is 5.3% higher than the Virginia average of $15.89, and the same asthe United States average of $16.73. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
Min
Avg
Max
Norfolk:
$13.00
$16.73
$20.00
Virginia:
$6.00
$15.89
$25.00
United States:
$0.00
$16.73
$80.00
Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data.
Prices shown in United States dollars (USD)
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