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Growing up as the oldest in a house of four kids, I've been around kids my whole life! I have worked as a camp counselor for five years with kids of a wide age range. I moved on to running our Recreation department, where my job revolved around kids and families. I was also a coach for a youth cheerleading team. I recently...
Amelia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Rachel. I am 25 years old, I have years of experience with children and also have a 2-year-old of my own. I am a behavioral health technician, I work with children from ages 2-21yrs who have severe behavioral issues. I have all of my clearances if you need them sent to you. I love working with children and look...
Rachel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Loved her personality! she was so great with my girls. They are really tough to get to open up but actually were the complete opposite with her, they really enjoyed having Rachel around it made me so happy. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello All! I can't wait to babysit for your family, providing a safe environment and enjoying the summer.
Holly can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Holly worked for our family for the summer. She left to go back to school. While we're so happy that she's continuing her education we are incredibly sad to lose her. She was an absolute doll. She bonded with my son and provided excellent care for him. We will miss...
Luisa B.
Marly M.
Stroudsburg, PA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Marly :) I'm a fun, creative, loving, patient and very responsible person with 4+ years of child care experience with children from 0-12years old and up to 4 kids at a time. I was an Au Pair for 2y and worked 2. 5y in a child care center, so my experience includes daily routines like waking up, baths, feedings, bed...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We have used Marly's services for several years. She is honest, dependable and reliable. Most importantly she knows how to have fun with the kids and keeps them busy,"
Donna M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as creative, open minded and adaptive.
I like working with kids because they are lots of fun and it interesting to see how much potential they have.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible and allows me to expand my knowledge and level of experience.
I started working with kids when I was 16...
Isabel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Isabella was wonderful with my kids! "
Care member
4.4
(13)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Jasmin and I am a medical assistant and graduate nurse, I am also certified in CPR and AED. I am looking for a part-time or as needed position. I have extensive experience working with children, I have previously worked in a pediatricians office with ages ranging from newborns to young adults. I am also a...
Jasmin can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jasmin was very kind, this was our first time hiring a babysitter. She updated multiple times throughout the night, and did lots of crafts with the day that the kids really enjoyed! I would highly recommend her."
Casey J.
Connie L.
Stroudsburg, PA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Kind, Caring Reliable Babysitter Who Went To College For Education
4.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with all age groups and I do like taking care of all of them. I love to nurture and care for children. I love working with children and having fun with and playing with children of all different age ranges. I think it is fun to go through the different developmental levels with children and find fun things to...
Connie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Connie is excellent. She is friendly and easygoing. Having her in our home was like having a family member there. She is dependable and always on time. My son really likes her and misses her when she isn't around. I would highly recommend her. She goes above and...
Karin D.
Diane M.
Saylorsburg, PA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Have many yrs experience. I have 2 grown children of my own . I am also a CNA. I am CPR certified. I enjoy the outdoors and like to bicycle and enjoy sports. I have been a CNA for 8 yrs . I love children and enjoy playing board games with them and anything that they enjoy doing. I was a daycare teacher for 9 years and have taken...
Diane can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Diane is dependable, hardworking, and loyal. She always does her best. She can handle a heavy work load. She's very smart and upbeat. "
Erlene M.
Kaitie B.
Gouldsboro, PA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kaitie. This past May I graduated from North Hampton with my degree in early childhood education. I've been a Sunday school teacher for seven years. I am pediatric CPR and first aid certified. I was a lead preschool teacher at the Hannig children center for three years. I love playing games, singing songs , And...
5.0
"Katie is amazing! My 3 kids are 8, 6,and 4 and they absolutely love her. She is so kind and caring. She was even there for me to help with my kids on my wedding day. She is a great babysitter. We are lucky to have found her."
Emily F.
Emma L.
Tannersville, PA
$18-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Emma! I am a graduate from Millersville University and am working on my masters at ESU. I am also currently a medic in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard with my EMT and CPR certifications. I have been a medic for about 8 years. I started babysitting in middle school continued throughout high school as well as my...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very friendly, calm, punctual, and level-headed when babysitting our 4 high energy kiddos."
Anna D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mom to a 5yr old boy, 2. 5yr old girl, and a 4-month-old boy.
I have a prek-8th grade special education teaching degree and 4-8th grade math teaching degree. I have experience in autistic support and emotional support. I have experience with feeding tubes, non verbal individuals, and assistive communication devices.
My...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Mia M.
Stroudsburg, PA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
My Name Is Mia And I'm 20 Years Old. I Am Currently A Junior At East Stroudsburg University.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing, and easy going!
I like working with kids because they are creative and remind me how exciting the world can be. I have always enjoyed working with kids since coaching wrestling and jiu-jitsu.
I started working with kids when I was a kid myself. At 11 I started teaching jiu-jitsu...
Mia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mia was an awesome, kind and caring babysitter! I hired her for babysitting a few children and she was great! She is young in age but I could tell she was very experienced with handling children! She also had such a peaceful presence for everyone! I highly...
Nina I.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Mom of 6 beautiful children. Raised and home schooled them in their elementary years together with my husband whom I am married for 27 years. I am originally from the Philippines.
Now that my kids are older I can make extra income to help my husband. Babysitting comes naturally for me. I also studied early child...
Leila can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Leila is very trustworthy and honest person. She meets the kids at their level and we really appreciate her for that. My son loves her!"
Kamili W.
Grace G.
East Stroudsburg, PA
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Grace, and I have worked teaching kids how to ski in the winter, I have been a counselor and I am now currently working as a 1:1 associate teacher for a student with autistic support with colonial intermediate unit 20. I love interacting with children, and playing with them all while in a safe environment
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from the Carbon County Area Vo-tech with my CNA license. Certified Nurses Aide. I have strong background in Infection control. I live in Jim Thorpe but also occasionally stay in Palmerton. I live on a farm, so obviously I love all animals. I have a very "bubbly" personality, from what I'm told. I have 2 reliable...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"She is a very nice girl. Very honest! Cleaned my house better than I ever could. She is happy to help with almost any task, including kids, dogs, moving. She was a life saver for me and my family when we needed her. YES , of course I would call her again! A+++"
Holly K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Mary. I am interested in being a nanny. I have 10 year of nanny experience and worked as a nursing assistant at a hospital for 25 years. I love what I do. I took care of two children who can be a handful at times. I love them and they love me but you just need to have lots of patience. I'm reliable,...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Mary had to arrive at our home every day at 8 am and she arrived ahead of time - every single day. She is respectful, caring and always goes out of her way to do more than what we ask. It is always difficult to find someone you can trust and feel comfortable...
Maureen C.
Andrea E.
Cresco, PA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was teaching 6-8 years old children back in the '90s, after that I was baby-sitting in the US different age groups from age 2 to 16 . I can do light housekeeping, food preparation as well, whatever needed for a very 'smooth' day. Always the well-being of the child comes first.
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Andrea was absolutely amazing. I was very lucky to find her. She is patient, understanding and caring. My daughter can often be a handful and then some, but Andrea was always patient with her and knew how to get the best out of her. They got along really well...
Jennifer G.
Ashley H.
Tobyhanna, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello All, I have 2 children of my own so I understand all parents deserve and need a break every now and then! I am Available for date nights, errands, and maybe if you just need a break.
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Ashley was wonderful with my 4 year old!! Took him swimming and he had a blast! Next day he asked me when he was going back to the babysitter!! He was very shy and didn’t want mommy to leave at first but Ashley did a wonderful job calming him down "
Erin L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a semi-retired Auntie who has over two decades of experience taking care of children. I've watched and cared for them across age groups, and cultures. My niece suggested I join Care. com to offer my services to other families who are starting out and could use a trusted and well versed child carer. I live in Tannersville,...
Nancy can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nancy arrived on time. Found our home without issue. Was confident and communicative and followed the directions left for her exactly. "
Christa J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sarah. I'm currently working fulltime from home but am available for weekend babysitting or early mornings and evenings during the week. I've always enjoyed working with kids, I grew up with three younger siblings who I always help babysit. I have professional experience babysitting and nannying children of all...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Sarah was great and we hope to see her again when she's home from school."
Caitlin M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Blakeslee, PA
Rachel F.
5.0
Rachel provided backup care to our 9mo while our nanny was out sick. She played with him, sang songs, took him for a walk, fed him, and got him to sleep without issues. She is a Mom herself. We will keep her number for the next time our nanny is out sick.
- Lauren C.
Holly D.
5.0
Holly worked for our family for the summer. She left to go back to school. While we're so happy that she's continuing her education we are incredibly sad to lose her. She was an absolute doll. She bonded with my son and provided excellent care for him. We will miss her terribly. You'd be lucky to...
- Luisa B.
Marly M.
5.0
We have used Marly's services for several years. She is honest, dependable and reliable. Most importantly she knows how to have fun with the kids and keeps them busy,
- Donna M.
Isabel D.
5.0
Isabella was wonderful with my kids!
- Care member
Jasmin F.
5.0
We needed a nanny for 2 weeks to look after and entertain our 2 kids (3.5 and 5 yrs old) while we were in the Poconos to allow us to work from home. We are very glad to have found Jasmin! We wanted someone reliable who would keep the kids safe and busy, and Jasmin exceeded expectations. She did...
- Sonia M.
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How can I find a Blakeslee babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Blakeslee, PA?
The average rate for Blakeslee, PA babysitters on Care.com is $10.00 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Blakeslee, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Blakeslee, PA through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.