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60 babysitters are listed in Avondale, PA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Avondale, PA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a reading specialist in a Delaware school district. I have been teaching for 9 years, and have been a reading specialist for 3 years. I graduated with my Masters in reading from Wilmington University in 2016. I received my Bachelor's degree in December 2012, in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I truly...
Diondra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Diondra is a great caregiver. She was hired to drop off and pick up kids after camp as well as sit with them until we got home. She is punctual, respectful, dependable and hit it off great with the kids. Added bonus is that she is a teacher and assisted with...
Rae F.
Hailee S.
Wilmington, DE
$26/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Hailee I am 27 years old and I have always had a heart for helping people and working with individuals from infancy to geriatric. I am currently going to school to become an occupational therapy assistant, I have been nannying and babysitting since my freshman year of high school. My goal in life is to have a purpose...
Hailee can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alyssa K.
Newark, DE
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Looking For After School Nannying Job.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for kids from newborn-14 years old. I currently work at two preschools/childcare centers and am I'm a student at University of Delaware majoring in Elementary Education. I have experience picking kids up from school, taking them to after school activities and appointments, preparing dinner, and offering...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa is sweet, cheerful, confident and kind. My children love her and cheer when she's coming to babysit them! I have also observed her watching larger groups of children, and she is usually in the center of a crowd of kids who are drawn to her. "
Larisa F.
Nadia H.
Newark, DE
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Nadia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Nadia did an excellent job! My kids loved her and she was an excellent communicator!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a fourth year student at Northeastern University in Boston. I'm studying Neuroscience and Art, and I love working with kids. I have experience caring for children from 6 months to early teens, and I have tutoring experience through elementary and middle school levels in math, English, and history. I have experience...
5.0
"Maddy has been an amazing help to our family! Both kids absolutely love her and have had a blast with her. She is very communicative, punctual, and above all, very sweet to the kids. She got into our routine incredibly smoothly and just made everything so easy. Our...
Ryan G.
Julianna V.
Wilmington, DE
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents! I'm a senior at the University of Delaware studying Occupational Therapy with a minor in children's health and disabilities.
I have babysat and nannied for about 7 years for a multitude of different families. I love being able to help hardworking parents and I adore working with children. I am a dependable,...
Julianna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Julianna was the ideal caregiver for our dog Lucky! She looked after him like he was her own dog and made him feel very special, comfortable and happy. She was great at looking after our dog and also communicated well and frequently letting us know how he was doing...
Juliet T.
Shannon K.
Wilmington, DE
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Families With 0-11mo. Wanting To Provide Days/Weeks/ Months During This Postpartum Time
5.0
(6)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi, 30 + years of experience with babies and with twins. With 64 1st cousins there were countless family gatherings and there was always a baby present and if mom or dad was not holding the baby then everyone knew that I would be the one holding the baby for the duration of my stay. This is where I got my immense love for...
Shannon can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shannon babysat for my family on very short notice. She was wonderful and my kids can't wait to see her again!"
Sara P.
Alyssa L.
Newark, DE
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Alyssa and I am 24 years old living in Fort Lauderdale. I have been babysitting and working as a camp counselor since I was 14. I love to play all sports and love arts and crafts! I am a responsible, hard working and fun sitter and would love to help out your family!
Alyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Grace W.
Lincoln University, PA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Grace. I love children and I am extremely interested in helping your family!
I have several years of paid experience caring for children as a babysitter as well as in a daycare setting. Also, I have my own children (2yo & 6wo) who would accompany me.
I'm willing and capable to assist with housework, homework and...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Molly and I am a junior at the University of Delaware and am looking for a babysitting/mother helper/nanny job for the semester. Over the past winter and summer breaks, I have had the opportunity to be a nanny and mother's helper to two families. Over winter break, I was a mother's helper for a newborn...
Amy S.
Newark, DE
$13-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi all! My name is Amy I am an elementary education major at the University of Delaware, and I have just finished my freshman year! I have been working with children for about 5 years, I started babysitting when I was 14. Then in high school, I started working at a daycare, I worked there for about 2 years, and then I had to...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
I am an experienced babysitter with over 10 years in childcare, committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages. My background includes caregiving in a hospital, where I developed strong communication and crisis management skills, and I hold a BLS/CPR certification for emergency...
Nakai can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Danielle L.
Newark, DE
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Danielle, I am a sophomore at UD studying elementary teacher education. I'm a childcare provider with around seven years of experience, and I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. I'm a patient, creative, and friendly individual, and I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and...
Catherine C.
Newark, DE
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as hardworking, fun, wise
I like working with kids because I enjoy allowing them to creative, explore, imagine, and experience things!
I started working with kids when I was freshman in High school, but have been around newborns-teens since a very young age because of my huge family
In my spare...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Molly and I am 23 years old. I have over 8 years of experience working with children and has been my focus since high school. I am passionate in learning about the best way to care for children and supporting their families. I have worked in schools, childcare, camps, and as a nanny in the past and am ready to...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caring for children is something I love to do. While I was in high school, on weekends I would babysit when I was available. In high school I babysat twin boys who were 3 years old, as well as another 2-year-old boy. My first summer out of high school I took care of a 7-year-old boy. I also was responsible for his older siblings...
Hello! I am currently looking for full time summer employment as a babysitter/nanny. My previous experience includes providing after school care and babysitting. I have managed a variety of tasks including homework assistance, arts and crafts activities, swimming pool supervision, and providing transportation for sports...
Arden can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
I have accumulated experience working with children in many facets.
In high school I assisted running a licensed preschool with ages 2-5.
I have taken two early childhood education courses in high school and some elementary education courses in College at Harford Community College in Bel Air, Maryland.
I have also held an...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sophie, I'm a 23-year-old fifth grade teacher in Manhattan. I work in an ICT classroom, meaning I have experience with students with disabilities and students who do not have disabilities.
Sophie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children of various ages over 15 years. I am a mother to three beautiful children and I have been an infant teacher at the Children of America for two years. I love being with children because it is an awarding experience.
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Avondale, PA
Diondra H.
5.0
Diondra is a great caregiver. She was hired to drop off and pick up kids after camp as well as sit with them until we got home. She is punctual, respectful, dependable and hit it off great with the kids. Added bonus is that she is a teacher and assisted with reading and some assignments when the...
- Rae F.
Alyssa K.
5.0
Alyssa is sweet, cheerful, confident and kind. My children love her and cheer when she's coming to babysit them! I have also observed her watching larger groups of children, and she is usually in the center of a crowd of kids who are drawn to her.
- Larisa F.
Nadia H.
5.0
Nadia did an excellent job! My kids loved her and she was an excellent communicator!
- Care member
Madalon H.
5.0
Maddy has been an amazing help to our family! Both kids absolutely love her and have had a blast with her. She is very communicative, punctual, and above all, very sweet to the kids. She got into our routine incredibly smoothly and just made everything so easy. Our only regret is that she was only...
- Ryan G.
Julianna V.
5.0
Julianna was the ideal caregiver for our dog Lucky! She looked after him like he was her own dog and made him feel very special, comfortable and happy. She was great at looking after our dog and also communicated well and frequently letting us know how he was doing on a daily basis. We are so...
- Juliet T.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Avondale, PA:
How can I find a Avondale babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Avondale, PA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 3 babysitters in Avondale, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Avondale, PA?
The average rate for Avondale, PA babysitters on Care.com is $17.67 per hour as of April 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 Avondale, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Avondale, 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.