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60 babysitters are listed in Downingtown, PA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Downingtown, PA
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Sravani! I live in Downingtown. I have 6 years of experience caring for children aged 4 months to 8 years. I love creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where kids can learn and play. From feeding and diapering to reading stories and playing games, I enjoy every moment spent with little ones.
I'm here to...
Mariel S.
Downingtown, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Marielle and I have a degree in Psychology and I went through a certification program for elementary/ special education. I am certified to teach in NJ, but when I moved to PA, I became a full time nanny. I absolutely love being a nanny! I now have 2 children (4 and 6) and I've been home with them until now. I am...
Mariel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am currently working as a lead Prekindergarten teacher at a private school in West Chester. I am responsible for creating enriching lessons and keeping the environment safe and engaging for my students. I graduated from West Chester University in 2013 with a major in elementary education and have been teaching Prekindergarten...
Laura can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! My name is Hannah, I am a nursing student looking for a family to help out a few days a week! love doing outdoor activities, Taylor Swift, dancing, baking, and crafts. I have experience with kids from 3 months - 12 years, and up to 6 at a time. I am willing to travel up to 30 minutes away, and would be open to...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah is a caring and responsible babysitter for my 2 daughters, 7 and 9. She is playful and creative with them, and seems to generally enjoy being with them. The feeling is mutual! We’ve used her during the day when school is out, and also at night for date...
Beth F.
Heather M.
Downingtown, PA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Registered nurse with experience in labor and delivery and home healthcare. Worked with patients and clients creating care plans and providing assistance to families in need. Worked with special needs children developing behavioral treatment plans and has 3 children and 2 huskies.
Heather can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Celia L.
Downingtown, PA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as friendly, nurturing and outgoing.
I like working with kids because they bring a certain joy into your life you can't find elsewhere, I call them a light in my life.
I started working with kids when I was 15 I had gotten my first actual job working with children, but I had been working with them...
I have a huge passion for children- I hope to foster growth, compassion, creativity, and confidence in kids- they're our future after all! Childhood is a magical time and I want nothing more than to help inspire kids to be their best selves. I'm currently working part-time doing Occupational Therapy but looking to supplement...
Anne can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Im a very fortunate woman because I had the chance to become a mother and because of that I love children and I can make great bonds with them. Im very responsible, friendly, lovely and dedicated in what I do and I want to transmit that to them and to interact with them makes me super happy! I know spanish and I can tell them a...
Monica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm 55 years old and a recently retired attorney. I raised two beautiful girls, now ages 23 and 26.
Mary can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Teddi L.
Downingtown, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part time nanny & full time college student looking for weekend jobs this summer! 10 years of experience of all ages, from newborn on. :)
Teddi can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
I have Experience in Child Care .
I am also open to working with families as a private caregiver (helping with laundry, cleaning, cooking, grocery shopping, and maintaining the household).
I have reliable transportation, and I am a non smoker and extremely responsible.
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Amanda, and I have a special love for nurturing newborns, toddlers, and children up to primary school age. I am a former aupair with a background in early childhood education and 8 years of hands-on experience, I am confident in providing the highest quality care for your little ones.
I am currently seeking a...
4.5
(8)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Joann and I am a proud mom to our 18-year-old daughter and 16-year-old son. I am a former social worker for home-bound seniors, disabled adults and foster children ranging in ages from newborn through 18. During the pandemic, I became a CNA at Camilla Hall Nursing in Malvern, serving IHM Sisters, and I enjoyed...
Joann M can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Joann to watch my two boys for an all day event. She was punctual, took the time to look up child activities available that day (also asked before doing any), and texted photos of the kids to keep me updated. She was so wonderful with my boys that they both...
Tracy G.
Hi! I am a recent high school graduate from Downingtown West High School and heading to James Madison University Honors College this fall to study Psychology. I am looking for a job with kids as I enjoy their loving and fun nature and also being part of making positive memories. I have taken a class on early childhood...
Rainey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
I have been babysitting since 2016 and am now 21 years old. I'm very independent and self-sufficient, traits I've practiced since attending boarding school and living away from home the past 6 years. I'm currently in college where I play field hockey :) I am happy to help with schoolwork, housekeeping, light cooking, etc (I'm...
Delaney can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Andrea R.
Downingtown, PA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as kind, humorous and caring
I started working with kids when I was 12 babysitting my 4 nieces and my nephew and then I eventually started babysitting kids in my neighborhood at least twice a week!
I worked as a teachers helper in a preschool for 3 years as well for high school credits.
In my spare...
Skills:
CPR
Matthew M.
Downingtown, PA
$20-36/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Matt. I have been working with children for more than 7 years.
I recently received my teaching certification in 4th to 8th grade with a concentration in Mathematics.
I also have my computer science certification.
I am currently a building substitute teacher at a local public school.
I have experience in teaching...
Matthew can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Judy B.
Downingtown, PA
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am an energetic 64-year-old, Grand Aunt to 14 wonderful children. I currently have an afternoon position watching two boys that I've been with for the past 5 years. . I also do date nights for a family I used to watch 2 days a week, but the kids are now in school full time.
I am currently looking to start up again in...
Judy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kaleigh F.
West Chester, PA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kaleigh! I am 21 years old and love babysitting! I am super active and love to be outside! I am very outgoing and have 6 years experience. I am a Nursing student. I have my own car and do not smoke.
Kaleigh can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kaleigh is great and was so good with my one year old! Very responsible and easy to work with."
Katlyn T.
Tiffini B.
Coatesville, PA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Part-time Experiences Caregiver Available On Weeknights And Weekends With Over 5 Years Experience.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a very good experience caring for children. I have a 7-month-old sister and 11-year-old brother and many younger cousins ranging from newborns to 7-year-old who I babysit often. I also have babysat some of my neighbor's children. I cook and clean after the children. I bathe them and get them dressed for the day as well as...
Tiffini can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tiffini is a very kind and responsible person, who watched our daughter several days a week (and continues to do so periodically). She always showed up early, followed the family routines, and quickly formed a bond with our 1 year old girl. Our daughter is always...
Amanda S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Downingtown, PA
Hannah L.
5.0
Hannah is a caring and responsible babysitter for my 2 daughters, 7 and 9. She is playful and creative with them, and seems to generally enjoy being with them. The feeling is mutual! We’ve used her during the day when school is out, and also at night for date nights. I highly recommend Hannah as a...
- Beth F.
Joann M D.
5.0
This was my first time using a sitter who also happened to be a mother herself.... and wow what a difference! Joann is so loving with my kids, in a way that only someone who has "been through it" could be. Hard to describe, there's just a mothering quality about her that is exactly what I've always...
- Marie S.
Kaleigh F.
5.0
Kaleigh was excellent! We are so glad we found her and would be so happy to have her back. She watched our 20 month old and 5 month old and did fantastic with them. Followed our schedule perfectly and took really good care of them.
- Adam T.
Tiffini B.
5.0
Tiffini is a very kind and responsible person, who watched our daughter several days a week (and continues to do so periodically). She always showed up early, followed the family routines, and quickly formed a bond with our 1 year old girl. Our daughter is always so excited when Tiffini comes to...
- Amanda S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Downingtown, PA:
How can I find a Downingtown babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Downingtown, 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 38 babysitters in Downingtown, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Downingtown, PA?
The average rate for Downingtown, PA babysitters on Care.com is $17.37 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 Downingtown, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Downingtown, 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.
Ratings for Downingtown, PA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Downingtown, PA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.