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I have teaching experience. I enjoy arts and crafts and being outside. I've been told I have a "gift" for children, and generally enjoy my time with them!
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Brittany O.
Lancaster, PA
$10/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I use to babysit throughout middle school and highschool. Now I have a 4 and 8-year-old that have prepared me for anything! My friends always know they can count on me when they need someone last minute.
5.0
"Brittany is a loving and caring mother. "
Lisa S.
Morgan S.
Lancaster, PA
$14-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Morgan and I am a college student at Millersville University. I am studying psychology in hopes of becoming a school counselor one day! I have plenty of experience working with children, and believe I would be a great fit for the job you have posted. Some of my experience includes being a camp counselor at a...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Morgan babysat our 3 year old daughter while we attended a family wedding. We were visiting the area from out of town, and she was very responsive, brought some toys for our daughter to play with, and she had a great time, even in the hotel :) Highly recommend her!...
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Kayla S.
Lancaster, PA
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I graduated with a Bachelors in Early Childhood Education (prek-4) from Temple University and started my Masters at Holy Family University. I have experience babysitting children and have been a teacher the last 8 years. I have taught kindergarten, first, second, and third grade, but I have just left the classroom to follow a...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Kayla was great with our toddler and infant! She was early, learned their schedules quickly and managed their bedtime routines perfectly. Our toddler enjoyed his time with her and woke up asking where she was. I would definitely hire Kayla again!"
Jean-marie A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Emily, I am 24years old, and have been working with children for the past 8 years! I also have a 2-year-old daughter. Ever since I was a child, I knew I wanted to work with children. I have been working with children from newborn to 13 years old. I have experience working in a daycare as well as nannying and...
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Always punctual. Cared for my son beginning at 3 months old- great instinct when it comes to caring for small infants. Communicative about any questions or concerns that came up."
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5.0
(1)
A little about me:
I am a professional nanny with an extensive background in child care and development. I have a genuine passion for working with children and providing them with a safe, nurturing environment in which they can thrive in.
My qualifications include 4 years of paid experience as a
professional nanny, casual...
Evenie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eve was lovely! My 4 year old and 10 month loved her. It was an instant connection as soon as she walked through the door. I would definitely have her sit again. Highly recommended!!"
Angela H.
Stephanie P.
Leola, PA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
my name is stephanie. I am a 23-year-old mommy of 3! 1 a.m. extremely experience in children because I have 3 of my own! I am a very reliable faithful & trustworthy person. When I was in high school I took 3 years of child development & even worked in a preschool/ daycare! I am also CPR Certified & will love to show you my...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Things just didn't work out but we would certainly have hired her!"
Anthony L.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Kelli! I am 38 years old and married with two kids! I worked in childcare for 13 years prior to having my children. I have cared for infants and children up to 12 years old. I was a lead teacher, a site-coordinator/director at an after-school program and a summer nanny as well. When I had worked in child care,...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"She's awesome, always on time or ahead of time and my son loves having her over!"
Anya L.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Olivia, I'm 22, I just graduated college at Millersville University with get my Bachelors in Early Childhood Education. I've been working with kids as a babysitter/nanny for as long as I can remember and helping them succeed in life and be the best they can be is always what I strive for when working with kids, I have...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia was absolutely amazing. She arrived on time & followed every direction she was given. My 4 kids absolutely loved their first experience with a sitter and can't wait to have her back. Thank you again Olivia !"
Sonia V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sophie, and I am incredibly passionate about working with kids! I currently teach Third Grade at a school in Lancaster, but have a ton of experience working with children both within and beyond the classroom. I have been a babysitter for several families over the course of the last 10 years. I have been a long term...
Sophie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Lydia F.
Lititz, PA
$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an enthusiastic, committed, young woman who has experience with in home child care ages newborn to teens including special needs (Autism and Asperger's). I have a Bachelors in Psychology and am completing my Masters in Counseling. I am currently working with children as a social worker for a local foster care agency. I love...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"My 3 kids (10, 8 & 3) LOVE Lydia! She is loving, gentle and is always ready to play with them. I also appreciate her stern (but gentle) way of making sure they obey her and they follow what I have asked of her. She's on time, responds to me in a timely manner...
Brandi D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Hannah. I have been working with children for over 6 years. I currently am working at an elementary school as a registered behavioral technician. I have watched all ages and kids with multiple disabilities. I'm looking for an after school/evening job as I am at the school until 3:40 p.m. I am CPR certified,...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah did a great job taking care of our six-month-old daughter and a friend’s four-month old at the same time. She was timely, communicative, responsive, and warm and caring with the babies. We would recommend Hannah!"
Elizabeth S.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents!
I love being around children and make them happy when they are under my care.
Overall, I have experience caring for multiple children (twins), all ages, and children with special needs. I am a happy, loving, respectful and responsible nanny/babysitter looking for two part time jobs or a full time job with some...
Mirtelina can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Wonderful with kids. Bilingual. My children love her and still ask for her. She keeps a journal of what kids did throughout day. She spends time with them and plays with them, constantly active with them. "
Kelvin L.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started working with kids when I was 15 as a babysitter for 2 young boys. I went to CTC for my senior year of high school for Early Childhood Education and worked as an intern at a daycare center for about 4 months. I also worked as an assistant teacher at a U-Gro location for 6 months. I currently attend Millersville as a...
Sidney can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 21 years old and am currently in college for my early childhood education degree. since middle school, I've helped out in kindergarten and Pre-k classes in both my schools and churches. After graduating, I started to babysit, and worked at a daycare for a year to get more experience. I have also been a 3rd grade TA...
Kelly A.
Lancaster, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Kelly and I absolutely love children. I started when I was in 6th grade watching my cousins and some neighbors. Now, six years later, I have watched for 8 different families, children ages ranging from a few months to a 16-year-old with down syndrome. I've nannied over the summer for two years now and love it so...
At my church I watch over children. There, my tasks include feeding them, entertaining them with activities, and nap time. I also babysit for family friends and have done some childcare for my neighbors as well.
Amaya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
I'm a mother of 5 children (20/18/18/16/11), have experience with all ages including multiples and children with medical conditions. I volunteer with my youngest's Young Marine unit, volunteer in the 2-yr old classroom at school and babysit friends and family's children. I also have experience pet-sitting dogs, cats, lizards,...
Cassie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Julia G.
Lancaster, PA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'd describe myself as patient, caring and encouraging.
I like working with children because it's a joy to support them in growing. I delight in assisting in a peaceful environment supporting healthy development.
I'm looking for a job that offers an environment of honoring one another with clearly communicated needs and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jaelyn M.
Lancaster, PA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello families! My name is Jaelyn M.I just recently graduated from West Chester University with a degree in communication sciences and disorders. I am currently looking for a child care or caregiver position for the summer. I am currently a teacher at a preschool and I have 8 years of babysitting experience (all ages). I also...
Jaelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Akron, PA
Brittany O.
5.0
Brittany is a loving and caring mother.
- Lisa S.
Morgan S.
5.0
Morgan babysat our 3 year old daughter while we attended a family wedding. We were visiting the area from out of town, and she was very responsive, brought some toys for our daughter to play with, and she had a great time, even in the hotel :) Highly recommend her!
- Care member
Kayla S.
5.0
Kayla was great with our toddler and infant! She was early, learned their schedules quickly and managed their bedtime routines perfectly. Our toddler enjoyed his time with her and woke up asking where she was. I would definitely hire Kayla again!
- Jean-marie A.
Emily S.
5.0
Always punctual. Cared for my son beginning at 3 months old- great instinct when it comes to caring for small infants. Communicative about any questions or concerns that came up.
- Care member
Evenie R.
5.0
Eve was lovely! My 4 year old and 10 month loved her. It was an instant connection as soon as she walked through the door. I would definitely have her sit again. Highly recommended!!
- Angela H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Akron, PA:
How can I find a Akron babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Akron, PA?
The average rate for Akron, PA babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 per hour as of March 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Akron, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Akron, PA through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.