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Find babysitters in Downingtown, PA that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in Downingtown, PA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 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...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sydney R.
Downingtown, PA
$16-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Sydney! I am a 20-year-old college student, and I am looking for a summer nannying job! I am all about encouraging kids to learn and engage in activities that make their gears turn. I love all things cosmetic and do nails in my free time. Currently, I work for a Children's Charity , where I work with elementary and...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm passionate about supporting families and providing reliable care for children of all ages. With 8 years of experience as a childcare provider, I've had the joy of caring for and nurturing children from infancy to preadolescence. My friendly and approachable nature allows me to connect easily with children and make their...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
I'm looking to find a summer nannying job from June 16th to August 4th. Times flexible.
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...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! My name is Hannah, I am a nursing assistant at Nemours Children's Hospital, and am looking to help out a family on one set day per week. I am CPR/BLS/AED certified, and have all of my child abuse clearances available. I love doing outdoor activities, dancing, baking, and crafts. I have experience with kids from 3...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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...
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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
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, swimming supervision, carpooling
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
Paola S.
Downingtown, PA
$22-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating children. My five years of experience have taught me how to engage children of various ages with fun and educational activities. I have a college degree, am CPR and First Aid certified, and have taken courses in child development.
I'm patient,...
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
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...
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello Parents!
Welcome to this journey! I have been in your shoes seeking childcare and I understand all your concerns and excitements! It's a journey of mixed emotions, but let me bring you some ease by providing the greatest playtime sessions with your little ones.
My name is Melissa, I am a mother of a 3-year-old girl...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Matthew M.
Downingtown, PA
$20-36/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I found Matt through Care.com. I reviewed his credentials resume and background check and everything looked good so I brought him in to watch my two boys while I was home doing some work. My boys are four and a half and one and a half and they warmed up to him very...
Michael C.
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, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Judy B.
Downingtown, PA
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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
5.0
"In the past 6 months, Judy has become like family. She happily engages with our son; they read, take walks, make arts and crafts together and of course play with his trains! She's communicative, reliable, caring, and most of all loving towards our son. We're happy...
Meghan K.
Hi! I am a recent high school graduate from Downingtown West High School and currently attending 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & 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, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kaleigh is the absolute best! She cared for our 1.5 year old and our very energetic 9 year old and Kaleigh did an amazing job. Our oldest was hesitant to open up at first but by the end she was asking when Kaleigh could watch her again. Kaleigh was also punctual,...
Lauren M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone. My name is Kira and I am graduate of the Pennsylvania State University, Berks campus. I currently work full time as a regulatory affairs specialist for a medical device company. I have been surrounded by kids my entire life. I have worked with multiple families with kids of all ages from 0-15 with about 6 total...
Kira can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was great with our boys, they really seemed to enjoy having her here. She jumps right in and takes care of everything, we will be hiring her again, I highly recommend!"
Joseph C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Downingtown, PA
Matthew M.
5.0
I found Matt through Care.com. I reviewed his credentials resume and background check and everything looked good so I brought him in to watch my two boys while I was home doing some work. My boys are four and a half and one and a half and they warmed up to him very quickly. Even though he had not...
- Michael C.
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.
Judy B.
5.0
In the past 6 months, Judy has become like family. She happily engages with our son; they read, take walks, make arts and crafts together and of course play with his trains! She's communicative, reliable, caring, and most of all loving towards our son. We're happy we found her!
- Meghan K.
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.
Kira K.
5.0
She was great with our boys, they really seemed to enjoy having her here. She jumps right in and takes care of everything, we will be hiring her again, I highly recommend!
- Joseph C.
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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 $18.05 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 Downingtown, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Downingtown, 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.
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 28 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.