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60 babysitters are listed in Folcroft, PA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Folcroft, PA
5.0
(1)
I have a long history of caring for children. In middle school, I worked with students as a peer mentor and assisted with their transition into middle school. I currently work at a kindergarten readiness program, which prepares preschool children for kindergarten. Three time out the week, I work with the children and read books...
Shanelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Shanelle watched my children from when they were one to about five years old. She was a true pleasure and really made my life easier balancing work, children, etc. She is interested in working with children, so she always came with fun and creative games or...
Monica S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children of all ages for the last 5 years in both professional and private environments. I have worked at a summer camp and lifeguarded for 4 years supervising children between the ages of 1-12 at camp and all ages while guarding. I've also worked with multiple families with ages ranging from 1-11. This...
Myka can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Myka was so great with our kids. She was engaged and playful with the two of them and knew just how to make them comfortable with someone new from the first few minutes of walking in. She easily adapted to changes in plans and took great care of our kids for the...
Brookes W.
5.0
(3)
Hi families! My name is Johanna, a 26-year-old enthusiastic caregiver living in Philadelphia (Callowhill). I have extensive experience caring for newborns, infants, toddlers, and children of all ages.
I specialize in supporting infant and toddler development, helping them achieve key milestones like rolling over, sitting up,...
Ingrid can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Johanna is very sweet, emphatic and gentle mannered."
Diana G.
4.9
(37)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Are you having a difficult time finding and managing a nanny/caregiver? I have a particularly unique set of skills and approach to help. I am Nanny Andi, a mom of 3, author of children's adventure books and a top 1% nanny here on Care. I offer families professional support as a care planner and mentor. Parents express their...
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Andrea is so wonderful. From her initial outreach to our listing, coming to meet us/our baby, and through hiring her as a sitter for a few outings, everything has been easy. She is easy to communicate with, punctual, responsible, caring, and kind. I feel 100%...
Sean C.
Nadirah C.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a passionate loving female who's very good with children. I soon wish to have some of my own in the near future, but of course I want to complete college first. I have three loving siblings who I watch after when my parents are not home sometimes. I enjoy watching children because I think they are very precious and a gift...
Nadirah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Nadirah in very dependable, hard working, and genuinely caring and patient."
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Arielle S.
Wynnewood, PA
$27-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello family, I'm excited to meet you soon! I'm a babysitter with experience and many references in the Area. I have experience working in a children's hospital with kids of all ages. CPR certified.
Your child will be in safe hands, receiving the care and attention they deserve.
Contact me for more information or to schedule a...
5.0
"We feel incredibly lucky to have found Arielle! She has been an amazing caregiver for our child, always bringing warmth, patience, and a genuine love for what she does. From engaging activities to ensuring a safe and nurturing environment, she goes above and beyond...
Rafaela D.
5.0
(1)
My name is Sarah, I love being around children and building relationships with them while watching them grow and learn. I'm a compassionate and loving person here to help you in any way! I take pride in keeping your home in order as well as taking care of your children. I also love animals any size, so if you have any I would...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great Girl! Absolutely perfect to work with! Kids and dog love her!"
Michael M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Tanisha - I'm a 30-year-old former nanny new to Philadelphia by way of New York City. While I currently work full-time in fashion marketing, I enjoy keeping part-time hours for babysitting on weeknights and weekends. I have nannied for infants as young as 5-months old and have babysat children through age 12....
Tanisha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My son is now 7 years old and my daughter 5. Tanisha worked with us for 3 years. Two full days and after school. She is one of the most commendable persons I know. My children still ask for her, and I swear she's the reason my children do so well in school! Her...
Rosa L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ash and I am a very experienced childcare provider. I have over 15 years of experience with children ranging from babysitting to camp counseling to applied behavior analysis therapy, and from ages ranging from newborns to preteens. Things I love to do with kids include playing outside, reading books and helping...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"So happy we found Ash. She was on time, playful and very responsible with my girls who loved her. Will definitely have her sit for us again!"
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Marta S.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Marta and I have 7 years of experience caring for children ranging from infants to school-age. I hold a college degree, am CPR certified, fully vaccinated, and comfortable with pets. I'm passionate about creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for children. I'm currently seeking part-time or...
Marta can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marta is amazing babysitter. She stayed with my son multiple times. She is very kind, easy going and punctual."
Linda S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Nancy. I have experience babysitting young children. I love playing and engaging in fun activities with young children. I'm CPR certified. I'm also a Certified Nurse Aide.
Nancy can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"she was great. she is reasonable and good with kids. "
Carmalita M.
Greta R.
Bala Cynwyd, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Care From Mother Of Three And Experienced Mentor And Teacher
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I ran an in-home child care center when my children were young, as well as worked in a local preschool. My work now is with middle and high school students as is my volunteer work with a local community center.
Some of my part-time work that I engaged in when my children were young also included youth activities work for a local...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We love Greta! My son is on the autism spectrum and has anxiety. She was able to engage him and he opened up to her. Also was kind enough to let my spoiled dog out often."
Joseph B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello ! My name is F. I am 23 years old. Although I have 2 years of professional experience with being a nanny, I've been taking care of family members children for 7 years now. My passion for children started when my sister had my nephew and ever since then I've always wanted to be around kids and take care of them. My big...
Fatoumata can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Fatoumata was such a godsend for us. I had surgery with little notice and needed childcare, and she went above and beyond caring for my children. I have a 4 year old and a 1 year old, and at the end of Fatoumata's first day with us, my 1 year old chased her to the...
Gabriella M.
Jeynaba J.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-30/hr • 11 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with over a decade of experience, I find great joy in supporting families and making a positive impact on children's lives. My passion for caregiving stems from my previous babysitting experiences, where I discovered my natural ability to connect with children and create a safe,...
Jeynaba can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We highly recommend Jeynaba. Jeynaba is reliable, kind, patient, and an overall calming presence for our 8 month baby girl. I feel completely confident leaving our baby in Jeynaba's care. In addition to simply being a nice and reliable person (always on-time or...
Tara S.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Elizabeth, but everyone calls me Liz. I am a child care provider with over a decade of experience. I am also a professional artist with a master's in education. I have lived in Philadelphia since 2006, and I have worked in child care for almost as long.
My main focus as a child care provider is overall...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Liz as our primary babysitter several years ago. Our friends and their children loved her and they recommended her. She is so loving with our son and has an educator's approach to her care for him. She taps into what he likes and needs and when she is...
Lisa L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Rosemary, and I am a seasoned childcare provider with experience in the nursery and kindergarten classroom as well as a decade of private babysitting for infants through tweens. My childcare practice is informed not only by years of experience but by studying child psychology through my social work masters, which I...
Rosemary can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rosie is wonderful with our children. They are always happy to see her. She has fed them, put them to bed, and completed amazingly creative art projects with them. We highly recommend her! "
Care member
Felicity G.
Philadelphia, PA
$24-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 22 years old and have been babysitting since I was 10 the eldest in my family. I am CPR and Red Cross Certified, with experience from infants to junior high and I have also served as a travel nanny. . I own my own car and am super pet friendly. Please Reach out if interested. I also have an education and can tutor if...
Felicity can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
3.0
"She’s a wonderful person! Young so some immaturity but excepts correction like a dear and always tries to become better "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Speech Language Pathologist working at a local elementary school. I have extensive experience providing care for many families and truly enjoy working with children. I have my own transportation, am skilled with various ages and genders and am extremely dependable, reliable, organized and trustworthy. While in my care, I...
Julianne can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My daughter absolutely loves Julianne. She has worked for us on and off for the past three years. Julianne is warm and will actively play with my daughter. She made it very easy for us to be able to leave the house during the worst of the separation anxiety stage....
Danielle L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have the great experience to as an Au Pair became a nanny, babysitting kids, volunteer in my church and multiples summers camps, experience with homeschoolers and kids with especial needs. My passions with kids is the best bio in my life. Everybody is so different.
Natasha can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I have hired Natasha as one of my part-time temp special needs mother's helpers. She is upbeat and compassionate and gentle and friendly, active and wonderful with my child. I wish I could have her for all of my needed hours! Natasha is a gem."
Me'ira P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Ariel (preferred name) , I am a Junior Secondary English Education Major attending Temple University, to follow my passion for working and changing young people's minds.
I have experience with children since the age of 13 with my first job as a teacher's assistant in a learning center. I began to work with special...
Torri can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Torri is very polite, friendly, attentive, and punctual. All instructions were followed and the kids really love her "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Folcroft, PA
Shanelle R.
5.0
Shanelle watched my children from when they were one to about five years old. She was a true pleasure and really made my life easier balancing work, children, etc. She is interested in working with children, so she always came with fun and creative games or projects for the kids to work on.
- Monica S.
Myka T.
5.0
Myka was wonderful! She sent me photos of activities she was doing with my daughter which put me at ease while I was out. I highly recommend her.
- Ashley H.
Ingrid V.
5.0
We couldn’t be happier with Ingrid! She has been a wonderful addition to our family routine. Ingrid is punctual, reliable, and fantastic with the kids. Our children always look forward to their time together, and we have peace of mind knowing they are in such good hands. We highly recommend her to...
- Care member
Andrea L.
5.0
Andrea is so wonderful. From her initial outreach to our listing, coming to meet us/our baby, and through hiring her as a sitter for a few outings, everything has been easy. She is easy to communicate with, punctual, responsible, caring, and kind. I feel 100% safe leaving our newborn in her...
- Sean C.
Nadirah C.
5.0
Nadirah in very dependable, hard working, and genuinely caring and patient.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Folcroft, PA:
How can I find a Folcroft babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Folcroft, 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 4 babysitters in Folcroft, 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 Folcroft, PA?
The average rate for Folcroft, PA babysitters on Care.com is $18.75 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 Folcroft, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Folcroft, 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.