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60 after school babysitters are listed in Elkins Park, PA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Elkins Park, PA
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am Emma. I absolutely love kids. I am looking for a full-time nannying position. Valued for my dependability and sound judgment, I have become the weekend and "date night" babysitter of choice for several families and professors up at school, and for the last 3 summers I have been a full-time nanny to families in the...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Emma since she was born and watched her grow up. I have observed Emma caring for several different ages of children. She goes above and beyond, encouraging them to successfully do things they were intimidated by, praising them for what they do well,...
Joanna A.
5.0
(1)
For over 10 years, I have cared for children as a teacher, tutor, long-term nanny, and a short-term nanny/babysitter. I have experience teaching at a preschool, nannying long-term for families with multiple children, babysitting for children with special needs, and caring for children from diverse backgrounds including English...
Betsy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Betsy is one of the kindest people you will ever meet! She cared for our children with so much patience and love. She helped our family out on short notice, date nights, and some long-term care. I would highly recommend Betsy as a child care provider. She is always...
Jessica C.
Jocelyn K.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Jocelyn and I am currently a graduate student studying psychology and working as a counselor part time at a high school. I have also worked in the past with young children (2-3) and preteens (6-12) who had diagnoses on the autistic spectrum. From that work, I found lots of fun ways to incorporate learning about...
Jocelyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jocelyn watched our kids for a summer, including driving them to friend's houses. She was always prompt and the kids loved her. She is absolutely wonderful."
Tanya F.
5.0
(1)
I've been on and off babysitting since I was 12, watching kids anywhere from 6 months to 13 yrs old, and up to 8 kids at a time. I love outdoor activities, crafts and cooking! I've grown up with kids around me at all times, so I'm very patient and happy to be around kids, no matter how crazy!! I'm an architect student taking a...
Sabrina can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sabrina was my backup sitter for 6 months. Punctual and ready to jump in and care for the kids."
Care member
Maddison S.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents!
I have been babysitting for 11 years, have a clean driving record, and have all of my clearances. I am in the masters of occupational therapy program at Saint Joseph's Univeristy and plan on working with children who have disabilities. I previously worked as a Registered Behavioral Technician, working with kids who...
Maddison can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maddison watched our 10 month old son for a few days/nights while we were on a family vacation at the beach. We absolutely loved her and our son adored her. She was punctual, dependable and so kind. She kept our curious son occupied, which is a hard thing to do! We...
Kristy P.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents! I am a lovely, creative, sociable, responsible and also a very careful woman. I strive to create many different kinds of activities for the kids so they are always having fun and learning new things. Some of these include reading, practicing sports, having fun at the playground, exploring museums, watching movies and...
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Karen occasionally looks after my niece and she is absolutely wonderful! She is extremely friendly, punctual, reliable and has been a delight to work with. Not to mention she is amazing with my niece! She has been the only caregiver that has given me complete peace...
Michael B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The children I babysit always run to me when their parents open the door. After the obvious basics of safety and comfort, I actively provide an enriching experience filled with fun, creativity, and learning for children of all ages. Every family that I have babysat for has had me back at the specific request of their children,...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Nicole a recent grad from Colorado State University. A little bit about me, I graduated with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been working as a nanny for 5 years and babysitting for about 4 years. As my time as a nanny, I worked with a variety of families in which each was special in their own...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicole was timely, professional and very sweet with our kids. She even kept the house tidy. I would highly recommend her!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Christine. I am a Philadelphia resident who is seeking a full time nanny position. Im willing to be flexible with my schedule if proper notice is given. I have cared for children for years in various capacities. I am a non smoker and I have my own transportation. I am CPR certified as well and updated on all my...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Christine helped us with 2 days of full-day child care for our 1 year-old. Her responsive and reliable communication was impressive and she asked great questions to make sure she was on the same page with us. We can tell how she truly enjoys kids. Being ready early...
Laura And Brent R.
Tiffany H.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Tiffany I am an experienced Babysitter who responsibly cares for children and encourages fun, creative activities to aid their growth. I focused on fostering curiosity and skill development while adhering to parents' preferred routines. I've committed to maintaining a clean, secure, and organized environment. I...
Tiffany can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I hired Tiffany to take care of my 7 months old daughter. She did a fantastic job.
She is professional. You can count on her!"
Sushant B.
5.0
(1)
I am a Special Education teacher in Philadelphia. I have a Masters in Special Education- specializing in Autism. Additionally, I am working on a Master's degree in reading. I have several years of experience babysitting children of all ages and needs. Experience with infants as well. I am currently looking for a summer position....
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Molly L was a pleasure to meet and interview. She is a lovely young woman!"
Kimberly R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Nneka is a Newborn care specialist, Early Childhood Educator, and Professional Nanny with 15 years of extensive caregiving experience. She provides warm, compassionate, responsive, reliable, and respectful care for children and families.
She has supported families through the birth of their child, the postpartum period,...
Nneka can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I found Nneka through care and she has worked the occasional weekend day for us fairly consistenly for over six months watching by now almost two year old daughter. We are so lucky to have found her. Such a calming and lovely temperament, someone you actually want...
Isabel M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hey Everybody!
A little oversight about myself, I started working with children ever since. I was assigned to work with all different age groups every week. I honestly loved it. Now I am 29. I hope to have kids of my own one day. I started working with kids professionally after graduating high school. I graduated HS from...
Britney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Britney babysat for my lovely two daughters in the school year of 2015. She asked if I could write a review so she can obtain a care pro badge. Britney was the best babysitter I have had yet and since her, I have had three others. I moved to another state as to why...
Krystle L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am looking for a full or part-time nanny position after a long hiatus. I stopped nannying to work at NPR, but have really missed the flexibility and meaningful impact of caregiving. I previously nannied for a really precocious and energetic toddler.
C. and I spent a lot of time reading books/making trips to the library,...
Nikita can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nikita worked with our family for almost a full year. She is kind, trustworthy, flexible, honest and attentive. Our son is an active toddler who very much enjoys his time with Nikita - they often play outside, build train tracks, create art projects, sing songs,...
Stacy K.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a patient, caring, organized, hard-working and creative nanny looking for work! I have been working in Higher Education for the past 3 years, but plan on leaving to pursue my Master's Degree in School and Mental Health Counseling. This program will take place primarily on nights and weekends, but I will be available...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
My name is Piper, I am 26 and have been babysitting since I was 12. I have experience with all ages. I have worked at a daycare, served as a camp counselor, and currently have 4 years of experience as a teacher. I truly love kids!
My goal is to find a long term nannying position that allows me to see the children grow and...
Piper can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Piper is a conscientious, intelligent, high-energy first grade teacher who we were lucky to have regularly babysitting our toddler last summer on weekday afternoons. Piper was our first babysitter and she has set the bar so high! She knows how to keep a toddler...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I am an energetic, bubbly type that works particularly well with young children. I am a full-time graduate student in a physical theatre program. I love cooking, the outdoors, and playing the piano.
I have a total of 7 nieces and nephews and adore hanging out and playing with them. Our favorite activities include...
Aiden can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Aiden is an awesome babysitter! She helped take care of my two boys, ages 8&4 at the time. She seamlessly managed our busy after school schedules, always getting the boys to their activities on time and jumped in to help with whatever I had on my plate, whether it...
Care member
4.7
(16)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
For as long as I can remember, I've always had a soft spot for children. Rather it's helping them, teaching them or even being around them, it has always been a joy. I have my CPR/AED/First Aid certification, Food handler's license, fire safety and also many baby books! I currently work full time. I am fun, loving, patient and...
Riana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Riana was great! We hired her for our 2yr and 6yr old and they loved her! She was punctual and adapted to our environment very quickly. She communicated and ensured us the kids were okay during our time away. Our oldest even invited her with us to Urban Air. Will...
Shakia S.
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as fun, entertaining, and outgoing.
I like working with kids because it brings me joy impacting their lives in a positive way. Seeing them grow as human beings is also enjoyable to watch. I love their humor and creativity and it helps me learn more about my self as a person.
Some of my hobbies...
Marlee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marlee was one of the most reliable and hard working members of our staff. I had the privilege of having Marlee in a leadership role under my supervision this past year and it was a great decision to put her in that role. We could always count on Marlee to do her...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kara and I am looking for a full-time nanny position for this summer as I get out of school May 10th and return August 29th. I have a sister with Down Syndrome, so I definitely have experience with taking care of individuals with special needs. Also, my second cousin has 5 kids, one 8 years old, another 6 years...
Kara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kara is our neighbor and has taken care of our kids (almost 5 year-old girl and 3 year-old boy) for some time. It is really important to us that someone isn't just watching our kids, but that we have someone who will engage with them, get on their level, and play...
Lisa S.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Elkins Park, PA
Emma R.
5.0
I have known Emma since she was born and watched her grow up. I have observed Emma caring for several different ages of children. She goes above and beyond, encouraging them to successfully do things they were intimidated by, praising them for what they do well, playing with them at age appropriate...
- Joanna A.
Betsy B.
5.0
Betsy is one of the kindest people you will ever meet! She cared for our children with so much patience and love. She helped our family out on short notice, date nights, and some long-term care. I would highly recommend Betsy as a child care provider. She is always on time and dependable. We did not...
- Jessica C.
Jocelyn K.
5.0
Jocelyn watched our kids for a summer, including driving them to friend's houses. She was always prompt and the kids loved her. She is absolutely wonderful.
- Tanya F.
Sabrina L.
5.0
Sabrina was my backup sitter for 6 months. Punctual and ready to jump in and care for the kids.
- Care member
Maddison S.
5.0
Maddison watched our 10 month old son for a few days/nights while we were on a family vacation at the beach. We absolutely loved her and our son adored her. She was punctual, dependable and so kind. She kept our curious son occupied, which is a hard thing to do! We highly recommend her!
- Kristy P.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Elkins Park, PA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Elkins Park, PA?
You can review 7 after school babysitter profiles near you in Elkins Park, PA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Elkins Park, PA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Elkins Park, PA is $18.00. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Elkins Park, PA?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Elkins Park, PA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Elkins Park, PA to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Elkins Park, PA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Elkins Park, PA?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Elkins Park, PA.