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Babysitters in Halifax, PA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Sara and I would love to meet you! I love taking pictures, particularly of children because they don't hide their emotions. I'm a problem solver. I love puzzles, legos, and spider solitaire. My favorite music is piano music and I often have it playing in the background.
I can be strict or firm with setting boundaries,...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sara has worked with me in early childhood classrooms and my family childcare. She is loving, nurturing, and consistent. She gets to know each child well and provides individualized interactions and activities. Children in her care make many accomplishments and...
Dee T.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello all! My name is Philip and I have been a full-time child care provider for the past 7 years. I was a Cub Scout leader for five years and a children's Sunday School (Primary) teacher for eight years. I love being around children and watching them learn and grow. I like to have fun and play, but I can also be a very firm,...
Philip can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Philip has watched my children on multiple occasions and I cannot say enough good things about him. If you want a sitter/nanny who will not just stick your kids in front of the TV, rather, engage your kids, play with them, read to them, care about them, then hire...
Bree S.
Sarah W.
Enola, PA
$25-35/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a young professional in the Enola, PA area and would love to care for your household. I am primarily available for after school hours and weekends. I have experience with multiple kids from newborns to 10-year-olds. I am CPR/ first aid certified and can provide documentation of PA and federal background checks. I am...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is very responsible and has wonderful open communication with us on all things - big and little. We always appreciated her working with Our crazy schedules and keeping the kids entertained and happy!"
Owen M.
Jayla H.
Harrisburg, PA
$18-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 10 years of professional experience with watching little ones! I enjoy interacting with kids along as watching & helping them grow. I also have a little one of my own. I am new to the area and currently taking prerequisites in hopes to get into nursing school next fall. I currently work as a nursing assistant at...
Jayla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jayla was wonderful! We hired her as a supplement to part time daycare for one week while I oriented for a new job. Our biggest concern was needing someone to be at our home VERY early in the morning because of my start time. Jayla was punctual and professional....
Davielle B.
Cheyanne S.
Camp Hill, PA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Cheyanne. I have been babysitting since I was a kid. I have tons of experience with kids ranging from new born to 12 years old. I have watched 5 kids at once more than multiple occasions. Two years ago, I was with a loving family for about a year that had a beautiful 2-year-old boy who was autistic, which was a...
Cheyanne can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Cheyanne was very good with the kids, punctual and, dependable. The kids loved her and we hope to see her again for another job."
Amy S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Emily , 22 years old, & I am located in Harrisburg, PA. I graduated from Kutztown University in May of 2021 I have had a wide range of experience caring for children through various jobs on Care. I am very comfortable with various age groups as well. I am one of five children and growing up, we've always...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Great with children and pets!!!!"
Pamela M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hey guys! My name is Lilly, and I'd love to give your children my time and attention. I grew up in a house full of little sisters and dogs and started babysitting at the age of 11. Since then I've learned so much about the importance of patience and attentiveness when it coming to caring for a child. That's my goal!
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5.0
"She's an amazing person who takes really good care of my daughter. She's always on time and engages her. To be honest, I am so happy I have Lily as my nanny. Would def recommend her ."
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am Kylie and I am interested in part time caregiver opportunities. I am located in Hummelstown Pa. I started babysitting when I was 16 years old and I have babysat up to 4 children at a time. These children have ranged from the ages of 1 year to 12 years of age. I recently graduated from Marywood University with a Master's...
Kylie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very dependable! Great communication and follow-through. Seems very confident and comfortable with children and seems very independent, professional, and mature. We hired Kylie for date-night babysitting she came over for a brief meeting prior in order to meet our...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I was a stepmom that became a stay at home stepmom 2013. I had 4 step children from ages 5-13. I have been a stepmom since 2005. Around 2009 I worked at the YMCA for about 4 years. I am currently a seeking a family to help out with child care. I prefer part-time but I would be ok with full-time if the hours are flexible for...
Shamala can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is good at keeping her schedule on time and in advance changes"
May T.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 15 plus years of experience working with children. I love what I do; taking care of kids is the most rewarding job. I have all my training and background checks. Also my availability is not set can change depending on your needs.
Erinn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"We used Erinn as our daily babysitter for a total of 4 years. She cared for our 4 children from newborn age to 11 years. She was dependable, trustworthy and patient with our children."
Heather S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am the 13th of 14 children in my family, born and raised on a farm near Pittsburgh. As such, I helped to raise all of my nieces and nephews (20 plus).
In my work at a hospital, there are shifts where I am lucky enough to spend my hours as a "cuddle," rocking and holding babies, and telling them stories. I'm told I'm a joy...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Susie was a lovely sitter who adored holding and talking with our little one month old! Her rates were very reasonable and she provided consistent care and was on time. Just be very clear about what you want and what your expectations are and she'll do it that...
Hetal R.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Angelia. I am 29 years old. I have 7-8 years of experience with children included newborns up to teen ages. I love to help with homework, cleaning, laundry, anything you need I'll be there to go above and beyond for you and your family. I am very organized, creative and come to work with a positive, bubbly...
Angelia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Angelia is the kind of person who will put the kids she cares for before herself and has always been very dependable especially on sick days. She's more then willing to go above and beyond for any family she works for! It's been sad to see her go due to her...
Jessica S.
Bridget S.
Hershey, PA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I'm hoping to find a part-time babysitting job for Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays as on Tuesdays and Thursdays I work as a registered behavior technician. I'm a recent graduate of Saint Mary's college out in Indiana. There I received my bachelors in Psychology. Throughout college I've babysat for two different...
Bridget can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bridget has a heart of gold and did wonderful with our kids (6&3) this summer. We could tell she really cared about them & the kids loved her. She was great at communication and always reliable too so hands down our family would recommend Her!"
Carissa R.
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Eleanore! I'm currently attending Nursing school at Messiah University, but I'm looking for a full time babysitting/nannying job during the summer.
I started working with kids as young as 11 when my mom would have me watch my younger sisters for an hour or so. I started getting paid for mother's helper/...
Eleanore can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Eleanore is a wonderful sitter! Our children love her, she's calm, fun, and loving. She always had the children help her with clean up and left the house as it was when she got there. She actually listens and cares about what the children tell her. She followed our...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Hailey and I am 30 years old. I have been baby sitting since the age of 14 and have worked with children for most of my life. I was a camp counselor, swim coach and child care attendant. I also worked at Learning centers for a year as a floater teacher.
I'm so amazed and overwhelmed by the responses I've...
Hailey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Hailey was wonderful with our two small children. Our son was so happy because she played with him and brought crafts to work on throughout the day. It was also great to come home to a clean house after being gone."
Megan F.
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Olivia. I am 25 years old, and currently trying to find my path in life. I absolutely love working with children, and have enjoyed every experience I have had while working with them. I have worked 4 years as a teacher and caregiver at Early Learning center in Harrisburg. I have experience in infants through...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Olivia is always on time and communicates extremely well. She is very reliable which is hard to find these days. All 3 of our kiddos love her and get excited when she's watching them.
She's open to being as structured as you want her to be with the kids which...
Staci R.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I consider myself a responsible, patient, fun, loving, creative, quick learning, trustworthy, honest, and kind person.
I studied Public Management as an undergraduate. Non-smoker, COVID-19 fully vaccinated (+booster), all the vaccinations updated including TDap and influenza, also I have international vaccine card including...
Gabrielly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gabby was great with our 4 year old, and we would certainly hire her again. Lovely personality, reliable and efficient."
Margaret K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Currently I attend nursing school through Penn State Altoonas program. As a second year student I am in the midst of learning basic first aid and beyond. In years past I have completed an EMS program which has allowed me to be well versed in life saving tactics.
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was very pleasant. The kids seemed to have a great time!"
Celeste R.
Tiffany B.
Annville, PA
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been nannying for a long time. First I watched 4 kids for 2 years. I moved to DE and watched (when I first started) a 2-year-old and a 2-month-old and also did some driving taking a little girl to and from school. Then babysat a 4 and 6-year-old for a little while before moving back to Pa. Upon moving back I watched a 6 and...
Tiffany can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
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ChatGPT
My wife and I are physicians. Tiffany has provided 5-star childcare for my daughter for more than a year. She is very punctual, patient, polite, caring, capable, and mature. Tiffany is able to adapt to a very tough schedule and has shown utmost flexibility...
Zeeshan M.
Lindsay K.
Palmyra, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
I have been care for children since I have been in my teens. After high school I got a job in a Christian day care working with all ages. I want help children grow and learn all will keeping them safe while in my care
Lindsay can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
4.0
"Lindsay is very dependable. She cares deeply to please those who are dependent upon her. She is What is on time for appointments but is usually early. She makes sure she does her best at every job she is given. Lindsay is also very loyal. She has an excellent work...
Ellen A.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Halifax, PA
Sara T.
5.0
Sara has worked with me in early childhood classrooms and my family childcare. She is loving, nurturing, and consistent. She gets to know each child well and provides individualized interactions and activities. Children in her care make many accomplishments and meet their goals. Sara is attentive,...
- Dee T.
Philip K.
5.0
I had a great experience with Phillip. I engaged right away with my kids. He was patient and attentive to all their stories. The kids have requested I hire him again.
- Jonathan L.
Sarah W.
5.0
Sarah is amazing. She's been helping our family for over a year now and I cannot say enough good things about her. We've contacted her in emergency babysitting needs and she has come in 20 minutes to our rescue. Her communication skills are fantastic and she always does exactly what I ask of her. My...
- Lauren C.
Jayla H.
5.0
Jayla was wonderful! We hired her as a supplement to part time daycare for one week while I oriented for a new job. Our biggest concern was needing someone to be at our home VERY early in the morning because of my start time. Jayla was punctual and professional. Our 20 month old took to her...
- Davielle B.
Cheyanne S.
5.0
Cheyanne was very good with the kids, punctual and, dependable. The kids loved her and we hope to see her again for another job.
- Amy S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Halifax, PA:
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How much do babysitters charge in Halifax, PA?
The average rate for Halifax, PA babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 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 Halifax, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Halifax, 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.