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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a positive, kind, and loving person. I am a mom to a beautiful teenager, but my experience started way back in my teenage years taking care of my four younger siblings. In addition, I also have experience working in daycare which thought me a lot about having a structured day is beneficial for the kids. I take this job...
Merlen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Natacia N.
Essington, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
16 Yrs Experience. Available Mon-Fri 6am-6pm. Seeking In-home Sitting But Willing To Travel Local.
Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certified
Natacia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Rachel. I am a Mama to a 3-year-old. I am currently available for date night babysitting on week day evenings at 7 p.m. or Weekends with open availability.
I have over 15 years experience caring for children, most of that with toddlers and kids under 5yrs old. My personal interests that I share with children...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel began taking care of my 1.5yr old daughter when I went from part time to full time with work. She spent two half-days a week with L. and became a go-to sitter for us too. L. is now five and still asks for her from time to time. She was always a loving a fun...
Amanda S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
hi! i'm a graduate student looking for part-time babysitting jobs while I work to complete my degree!
One thing you should know about me is i've worked with kids in schools(general education and special education), camps, churches, hospitals, and as a babysitter ever since I was in high school!
In my spare time, I like to...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Hannah has been working with us this summer and my girls adore her. She is great at communicating and very punctual. She takes initiative and is just a huge help all around. I always feel like my girls are safe and well taken care of when Hannah is here."
Kimberlee B.
4.8
(12)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lubna. Currently, I'm looking full or part time opportunity.
As of right now, I am a caregiver/babysitter for two children for the past 5 years. Before COVID, I was able to be more flexible and take on other caregiver responsibilities. However, for the safety of myself, the children, and our families, I had to...
Lubna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lubna has been absolutely wonderful to our two girls (4 and 2) and to us for the last year and half. She cares for our kids like her own and has been someone I can trust and depend on. She is kind and considerate and keeps our girls engaged and entertained. She has...
Srinath A.
Mary Frances C.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am An Enthusiastic Caregiver And Certified Teacher Who Will Babysit And Tutor.
5.0
(1)
I am a certified teacher (English grades 7-12) and a graduate of Chestnut Hill College. I am also a published author - I have one novel and two short stories published. Additionally, I am certified in Reiki. I have been working with children most of my life through summer camps, after school programs, and babysitting. I worked...
Mary Frances can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary Frances is very hard working and dedicated person. She is very excited and a dedicated worker. She is a hard worker and should be considered for your company."
Robert O.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Kasey! I am a kindergarten teacher within Garnet Valley School District and absolutely love working with kids! I received a dual degree in early elementary education and special education from York College of Pennsylvania and my masters in education from Villanova University. I am looking for a summer position. I...
Kasey can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Kasey is actually a volunteer of The Lehman Center in York, part of Children's Aid Society. Kasey has been a childcare volunteer working with staff and the children who are in the center's crisis nursery and those children who are in a childcare group while their...
Shari G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the youngest of 8 kids, so I know all the tricks little ones can get into. I attend Palo Alto University as a graduate student working towards a Master's in Counseling Psychology. I started babysitting for the UCLA center (Lake Arrowhead, CA) when I was 16, it is a get away place for anyone who attended UCLA. I have babysat...
Kathryn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Kathryn from Care.com and had her work with me daily for three years. I recently had to move down to Southern California and wanted to bring her with me because she was such a good employee! I have 5 energetic children that she took care of while also...
Judy S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Dawn. I am looking for families/parents that are in need of a babysitter. Full/Part time Evenings/date nights. I'm located in Philadelphia. I can provide the care in my home or babysit in your home.
I am responsible, sweet, caring, & very patient with children. I am an experienced babysitter, I've watched...
Dawn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Kayla L.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kayla! I am a 23-year-old preschool teacher with 6 years experience working in childcare. I am CPR certified, I have experience with all all age groups in various settings (preschool, nannying, summer camp, daycare, babysitting) and I have 2 years experience working as an inclusion counselor for children with...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is a great nanny , nice person , and professional
We highly appreciate the care which she gave it to our child."
Sana M.
Nyla M.
Philadelphia, PA
$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm reliable, patient, and creative, I have about 6 years of babysitting experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I am in college for Acting with a minor in business and musical theater. With my experience, I create a fun, safe, and creative environment.
Nyla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified pre-k teacher in South Philadelphia, looking for odd jobs on nights and weekends for some extra money. I'm a pet lover and will care for your pets and home as well. I have my master's degree in early childhood and elementary education and have many years of experience with children of all abilities from infancy...
Mary can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We are so grateful to have found Mary! Mary provides regular evening care for our daughter and is WONDERFUL with her. Mary is professional, punctual, and easy to work with. You can definitely tell that she has a background in education given the conversations...
Lauren C.
Meaghan K.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Current Medical Student Working As Part-time Babysitter/Nanny
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I began babysitting when I was 12 years old, babysitting several neighborhood kids. I then had several intermittent babysitting jobs throughout middle school and college. My senior year of college I was the part-time nanny to 2 girls, whom I met every day off the bus, made dinner, helped with homework, and played with until...
Meaghan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meg was fantastic! Professional, smart, punctual, reliable. She has an in-depth knowledge of childcare due to her medical degree and I felt extremely comfortable leaving my children in her very capable hands. She made such a great impression on our children (8mo,...
Kathy B.
Lauren S.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lauren and I am 30 years old. My past experience working with children has been heart warming and inspirational. I worked as a Lead Teacher at a daycare with infants, toddlers and Pre-K children. Each age group gave me a different perspective on life. I felt so special being able to be apart of special moments...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren was a lifesaver! She is great with kids and was even adept at handling our kid who was sick! She was compassionate and we felt totally safe to leave our child with her. Would absolutely hire here again!"
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Sladana S.
Haverford, PA
$28-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have three children and I love the most working with kids. I am a Physical Education Teacher and Personal Trainer. I look after kids of all ages. I am available to look after them in my home as well if easier for the guardian. Please contact me if interested. Thank you!
Sladana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Sladjana has taken care of my 2 daughters (ages 1 and a half and 3 and a half) for over 2 years. She is responsible, caring, a great cook, takes them outdoors, and has been instrumental in potty training my 3 year old. She really helped the process move forward and...
Milica S.
Margaret L.
Philadelphia, PA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Margaret. I am a 34-year-old Full-time Nanny and House Manager, and an Auntie of 8. Children make my world go round, and being a part of a forming child's life is something I take very seriously. I am a California Native, who spent a decade in Chicago, and is now enjoying the beautiful state of PA. I have been...
Margaret can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Margaret has boundless energy, patience, and positivity! She quickly connected with our then-two now-three-year-old daughter who eagerly awaits by the window for Margaret to arrive. We were so lucky to find such a caring and creative caregiver. We couldn't...
Jennifer O.
Erreka D.
Chester, PA
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Erreka,
I would like to give you a brief introduction on myself...
I'm 29 years of age I had two kids my daughter is 10 years old and my son is 14 I work well with kids I have a HHA certification I've been working with kids for almost 5 years not including my own. I'm a very upbeat and positive person I work...
Erreka can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a part-time Nanny. I love children, and have four younger brothers, and three younger sisters between the ages of with 7-19 year age gap. I have been babysitting for my siblings, family members, and neighbors since I was 13 years old, and working as a professional nanny for 8 years. I have spent time as an English as a...
Carlie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was wonderful with my kids. They can't wait for her to come back!"
Johanna S.
Laura J.
Philadelphia, PA
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Social Worker Seeking Part Time/Occasional Babysitting Opportunities
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Laura and I'm excited to be a part of the Care. com community! I am originally from Kansas but came to the east coast for college and never left. I'm a proud aunt of 7 and I have experience babysitting for infants and children of all ages. I'm a Social Worker and really love what I do but I'm looking for...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
5.0
"Laura was great! As new parents we were a bit nervous and she was very understanding. She was a great babysitter for our little one and even helped clean up our kitchen when the baby fell asleep. Would definitely recommend!"
Ashley H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Cassandra! I'm currently attending Temple University as a raising Junior studying to be a writer! (English major with a Spanish minor) I have grown up watching my little cousins from ages 3 and up, but I've had more consistent experience ever since my first niece was born almost four years ago, often watching and taking...
Cassandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Cassandra watched our 2 year old over the summer of 2021. We feel so lucky that we found her - great energy, reliable and our daughter loved her! Definitely would recommend."
Nora N.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Essington, PA
Rachel R.
5.0
Rachel was very welcoming and warm with my daughter and myself. My daughter is already asking when she can go back to see her and her daughter. Rachel sent pictures throughout the day and I loved that. I would definitely use her again and probably will soon.
- Sara D.
Hannah H.
5.0
Hannah has been working with us this summer and my girls adore her. She is great at communicating and very punctual. She takes initiative and is just a huge help all around. I always feel like my girls are safe and well taken care of when Hannah is here.
- Kimberlee B.
Lubna A.
5.0
Lubna was very loving and caring for our 5 month old daughter. She responded to our short notice posting and communicated very quickly and professionally. We really appreciated her help and highly recommend her!
- Jennifer S.
Mary Frances C.
5.0
Mary Frances is very hard working and dedicated person. She is very excited and a dedicated worker. She is a hard worker and should be considered for your company.
- Robert O.
Kasey F.
5.0
Kasey is actually a volunteer of The Lehman Center in York, part of Children's Aid Society. Kasey has been a childcare volunteer working with staff and the children who are in the center's crisis nursery and those children who are in a childcare group while their parents attend a parent support...
- Shari G.
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How can I find a Essington babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Essington, PA?
The average rate for Essington, PA babysitters on Care.com is $22.50 per hour as of January 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 Essington, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Essington, 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.