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97 babysitters are listed in Lancaster, PA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Lancaster, PA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Phoebe! I've been babysitting and pet sitting for over 10 years. I have cared for children of all ages, and pets of all kinds. I worked for two years as a therapist for children with autism, earned my Master's in social work, and am now working as a Community School Director at Washington elementary. I love to be...
Phoebe can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I am thrilled to write a review for Phoebe. She babysat our two boys for many years and was always creative and interactive with each of them despite a five year age difference. What a delight! "
Liz F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with high functioning autism, allergies, severe eczema, and behavioral disorders. I have worked with infants, toddlers, elementary, and preteen aged children, as well as multiple of these at one time. I enjoy interacting with children, playing games with them, and helping them learn. I am not a sit back type of...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"Lauren is a very dependable young woman. She was very in tune with my children's needs and what I expected to be done with my children. My children are very excited when ever we have her watch them. I highly recommend her for anyone looking for any type of...
Shannon R.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents!
I love being around children and make them happy when they are under my care.
Overall, I have experience caring for multiple children (twins), all ages, and children with special needs. I am a happy, loving, respectful and responsible nanny/babysitter looking for two part time jobs or a full time job with some...
Mirtelina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Mertlina were taking care of my twins boys, she is a hard worker, detail oriented and mostly she loves my boys. She was always take extra steps of everything she does, we can always rely on. "
Carrie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mary and I am a kind, loving, and patient babysitter who is open to new situations to best help family's specific needs. I started my childcare career at a very young age, with three children, two of whom have special needs; I worked for this family for three years until they moved out of town. Since then I...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mary is amazing. We hired her last summer as our first ever babysitter and she instantly became like family. Our girls love her, we love her. She is reliable, sweet, smart, fun and takes such good care of our girls. We missed her all year although she visited on...
Barbara D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for friends/family members for 4+ years. I enjoy playing on the children's level, letting them be creative and have fun!!! I am very dependable and show up with a smile.
I am currently enrolled online at AMU for an business degree. I enjoy spending time with my family including time with my little...
Kelsey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Kelsey is very mature and dependable. She is also great with kids of any ages."
Jennifer W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sophie, and I am incredibly passionate about working with kids! I currently teach Third Grade at a school in Lancaster, but have a ton of experience working with children both within and beyond the classroom. I have been a babysitter for several families over the course of the last 10 years. I have been a long term...
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
(1)
A little about me:
I am a professional nanny with an extensive background in child care and development. I have a genuine passion for working with children and providing them with a safe, nurturing environment in which they can thrive in.
My qualifications include 4 years of paid experience as a
professional nanny, casual...
Evenie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eve was lovely! My 4 year old and 10 month loved her. It was an instant connection as soon as she walked through the door. I would definitely have her sit again. Highly recommended!!"
Angela H.
Morgan S.
Lancaster, PA
$14-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Morgan and I am a college student at Millersville University. I am studying psychology in hopes of becoming a school counselor one day! I have plenty of experience working with children, and believe I would be a great fit for the job you have posted. Some of my experience includes being a camp counselor at a...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Morgan babysat our 3 year old daughter while we attended a family wedding. We were visiting the area from out of town, and she was very responsive, brought some toys for our daughter to play with, and she had a great time, even in the hotel :) Highly recommend her!...
Care member
Brittany O.
Lancaster, PA
$10/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I use to babysit throughout middle school and highschool. Now I have a 4 and 8-year-old that have prepared me for anything! My friends always know they can count on me when they need someone last minute.
5.0
"Brittany is a loving and caring mother. "
Lisa S.
Stephanie G.
Lancaster, PA
$18-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
28 Year Old Professional Female Available For Part-time Position
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 34-year-old single woman who has been taking care of children since I was a teenager. I currently have 2 families that I help out on an as needed basis, one of which has 2 boys that are 5 and 7 years old, and the other has a 1-year-old little boy. I am CPR certified, love to be active and outside whenever possible,...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was very great with the kids and also helped with minor housekeeping."
Timothy V.
Reagan A.
Lancaster, PA
$23/hr • 2 yrs exp
Need A Babysitter That's Reliable And A Good Fit For Your Family?
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat for many families and love working with kids. I have a lot of experience with 2-year-olds because I worked in my church's daycare with that age. I am on winter break and will also be available to babysit from time to time and in the summer! Please reach out!
I like working with kids because I enjoy reading to...
Hi! I am 24 years old and currently a teacher. I recently graduated from college with a degree in elementary education and special education. I have experience with kids of all ages in various settings. I have babysat and nannied for the past 10 years. I am reliable, patient, and love children. I am comfortable driving, cooking,...
Emily can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Ever since I can remember, my mother was a nanny. I grew up in a daycare setting, and so my experience with watching children began at a young age. I have had my own babysitting jobs since around age 14 or 15, for children between the ages of around two to 11 and 12. I love kids, and babysitting has been such a joyful experience...
Madi can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Lauren Z.
Lancaster, PA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights And Weekends Part-Time
My name is Lauren. I married my incredible husband in September 2019. My experience with children varies. I have babysat multiple times and multiple ages. I nannied for a family through this site during college. I also worked at summer playground, a program run through the Hempfield Rec Center, and at a daycare during my college...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Mia and I am a 5th year Speech-Language Pathology grad student at Lebanon Valley College. I am currently doing a school placement at Eshleman and Martic elementary! I am available as a date night sitter, before/after school care or even an emergency sitter. I am responsible, outgoing, energetic and have...
Mia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sarah R.
Lancaster, PA
$24-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Full And Part-Time Nanny, Caregiver, Babysitter And Everything In Between!
Ever since I was 12 years old, I have babysat and nannied children from newborns to 16 years old. I have always have had a passion for taking care of children. Currently, I am taking a year off at Harrisburg Area Community College and transferring to another school the following year. I am considering a career in Children...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
The unique spot I hold in my heart for children has turned from a love, to a passion, to now a career choice. I am a recent graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, earning my degree in Speech-Language Pathology. This major has opened me up countless opportunities for working with children with special needs. During my Freshman...
Riley can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Elisa. I'm 26 years old. I'm very patient, organized, responsible and trustworthy. I have extensive experience taking care of children. Having worked as an Au pair for one year and half and a nanny.
I'm fan of outdoors activities, go to the library, playground, art and crafts. I can swim so I can supervise the kids in the...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"On time and took good care of Dolly. Gave a report on her sitting with me."
Richard W.
Jessie H.
Lancaster, PA
$18-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Childcare And Social Services Professional Looking For Babysitting Or Part-time Jobs!
Hello,
my name is Jessie and I currently live in the heart of Lancaster City!
I graduated in 2016 with a B. A. in Intercultural Studies. Since graduation I have worked for the Salvation Army in Children's Ministry, the Water Street Mission homeless shelter as a caseworker, and Lancaster County Children and Youth as a...
Jessie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jennifer S.
Lancaster, PA
$8-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm passionate about childcare, with a decade of experience lovingly caring for children aged 1 to 11. I'm a creative and imaginative caregiver, and I love playing outdoor sports and physical games with kids, as well as educational games that promote learning.
I'm also certified in CPR and First Aid, and I'm very comfortable...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lancaster, PA
Phoebe R.
5.0
Phoebe is amazing with our 3 year old daughter. She is enthusiastic, creative, and playful!
- Jamie S.
Lauren G.
5.0
Lauren has been our daughter's sitter for 2 years now. My daughter adores her and so do we! She is professional and dependable. Our daughter has severe eczema and I've taught her the skin regimen and she picked up on it quickly. She also has food allergies that i was afraid to let anyone but my...
- Care member
Mirtelina I.
5.0
Wonderful with kids. Bilingual. My children love her and still ask for her. She keeps a journal of what kids did throughout day. She spends time with them and plays with them, constantly active with them.
- Kelvin L.
Mary W.
5.0
Mary is amazing. We hired her last summer as our first ever babysitter and she instantly became like family. Our girls love her, we love her. She is reliable, sweet, smart, fun and takes such good care of our girls. We missed her all year although she visited on her breaks. We were so happy she came...
- Barbara D.
Kelsey H.
5.0
Kelsey is very mature and dependable. She is also great with kids of any ages.
- Jennifer W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lancaster, PA:
How can I find a Lancaster babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lancaster, 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 97 babysitters in Lancaster, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Lancaster, PA?
The average rate for Lancaster, PA babysitters on Care.com is $16.99 per hour as of December 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 Lancaster, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lancaster, 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 Lancaster, PA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Lancaster, PA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 97 listed babysitters.