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Tenzin Y.
State College, PA
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello families, this is Tenzin, a Licensed Practical Nurse. CPR certified. Available on weekends only for senior and child care. I am an LPN for 4 years. Currently working in plasma centers. Experienced in geriatric care in nursing home and a paid nanny, taking care of infants and toddlers from 7 months baby to 6 yrs kids, also...
Tenzin can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Tenzin was amazing with our kids, who are high energy, defiant, and contrary. She was patient with them, knew when to take a no-nonsense approach, and knew house to wind them down fire bath and bed time. Tenzin was always punctual, flexible with her schedule, and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Anna and I am a recent graduate from Penn State with a degree in Rehabilitation and Human Services. I have been nannying between semesters for about 3 years, and hope to continue during my current gap year before going to graduate school. I understand that trusting someone with your child/children is not a...
Anna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna cared for our infant twins and was just incredible. Her can-do, go-getter attitude allowed her to smoothly and efficiently provide loving, engaged, and developmentally appropriate care for our girls while also managing to tackle all the chores that go along...
Sarah H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Alexis and I am a current graduate student at The Pennsylvania State University, who is saving up money for the upcoming years. I have flexible hours in the summer, as I will only be taking a few online courses. I love kids and I understand that summer schedules can be hectic! I am willing to help with any...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexis is reliable and always on time. She did a fantastic job with my daughter this summer and i am hoping she'll be available again next summer. She's mature kind and patient. She has a good work ethic. My daughter loves her! Having Alexis help me was a blessing...
Tammy K.
Hello everyone! My name is Kylie and I am a college student at Penn State University studying health policy administration. I have over four years of experience of caring for children from babysitting, full-time nannying, and volunteering at a local daycare. I love interacting, caring, and having fun with kids! I pride myself on...
Hi, my name is Alaina W. and I am currently a junior at PSU studying Psychology. My choice of major definitely corresponds with my love for helping others and working with children. I have a lot of experience babysitting because I have a 6-year-old niece who keeps me very busy! I love spending time with her doing crafts, playing...
Alaina can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
I have experience working in daycares, a younger sibling who I have been watching since she was a newborn, and tons of babysitting experience! I also have experience pet sitting dogs and cats :)
Jasmine can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Hello! I am a flexible and energetic caretaker looking for babysitting opportunities this Summer and potentially a nanny position in the Fall. I have two years of experience as a summer camp counselor and had a really great time having fun with and taking care of campers ranging from ages 4-15. I also have prior experience...
Jackson can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently attending Penn State to get my PhD in communication sciences and disorders. I already have received my bachelor's degree and masters degree from Penn State. I am a certified speech language pathologist and currently still practicing. I am looking to pick up some extra hours babysitting on the side of being a...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hello! My names Emma and I am a sophmore at Penn State University. I attended Wachusett Regional and graduate in 2023.
I am looking for a summer 2025 nannying job, as I spend my summers in South Yarmouth and have since I was 3 years old.
I started working with kids when I was a freshman in high school and since then I have had...
Hello everyone!!
My name is Arina D. and I am looking forward to working with your children. I am currently a sophomore in college and attend Penn State Behrend. I am looking to create a fun, uplifting, and most importantly safe environment for your children for the summer!
I love to be outdoors and keep active. I play...
Arina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
Hi there! My name is Marina, and I am an 18-year-old senior at State College Area High School. I have babysat before for my neighbors, and I would love to find a regular family to help with any supervision they need. I have had lifeguard training where I learned extensive first-aid and CPR skills. I absolutely love arts and...
Marina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as easy going, hard working, and charismatic.
I like working with kids because it keeps me intrigued and on my toes.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to work in a more easy going setting, with set days and hours.
In my spare time, I like to spend time with my friends, family, and my puppy....
Gwyneth E.
University Park, PA
$10/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am an incoming sophomore at The Pennsylvania State University and studying nursing. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have much experience with kids of all ages. I am willing to carpool, clean up the house, and helps the kids with homework as need be!
Gwyneth can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Julia J.
State College, PA
$20-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I do really love taking care of children/child and making memories with. I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your kid or kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I'm here to help with your busy schedule! I work full time at Penn State and looking for part time evening work/weekend chores. I'm good with kids, animals, and any other chores that you need to get done. I grew up with three other siblings and two dogs, so I had a lot on my plate growing up. I hope you will allow me into...
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! I am from Buffalo, NY and have a bachelors in psychology and certification in child advocacy studies.
I worked as an activity coordinator for an after school program where I helped with homework and coordinated crafts, science, and gym activities for children ranging from 4-12 years. I also worked in two labs where I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jessica M.
State College, PA
$10-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Jess, and I'm a current sophomore at Penn State majoring in nursing. In the past, I have worked with kids of all ages as a summer camp counselor, in addition to babysitting kids in my neighborhood. I'd also like to note I am CPR certified, and have experience with first aid if the need arises. I'm a patient, kind...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as caring, agreeable, and hardworking.
I started working with kids when I was in seventh grade, where I had babysitting jobs here and there. The most recent experience I had working with kids was a club that I joined at school this year where I worked with third graders at a local elementary school...
Hi! My name is Abigail and I am 22 years old. I will be graduating from Penn State this December with a Bachelors of Architecture and am looking for nannying/babysitting work for the spring semester, as I will be staying in State College until May. Outside of my academics, I am really involved in THON and community outreach...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible, and hardworking.
I like working with kids because it's so fun to watch them grow into their personalities and learn new things.
I started working with kids when I was a teenager doing babysitting jobs. I was a nanny during the summers of college, and I recently was the...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Petersburg, PA
Tenzin Y.
5.0
Tenzin was amazing with our kids, who are high energy, defiant, and contrary. She was patient with them, knew when to take a no-nonsense approach, and knew house to wind them down fire bath and bed time. Tenzin was always punctual, flexible with her schedule, and almost never cancelled (only a...
- Care member
Anna R.
5.0
Anna cared for our infant twins and was just incredible. Her can-do, go-getter attitude allowed her to smoothly and efficiently provide loving, engaged, and developmentally appropriate care for our girls while also managing to tackle all the chores that go along with babies (cleanups, bottle...
- Sarah H.
Alexis L.
5.0
Alexis is reliable and always on time. She did a fantastic job with my daughter this summer and i am hoping she'll be available again next summer. She's mature kind and patient. She has a good work ethic. My daughter loves her! Having Alexis help me was a blessing and I'm so very grateful for her.
- Tammy K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Petersburg, PA:
How can I find a Petersburg babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Petersburg, PA?
The average rate for Petersburg, PA babysitters on Care.com is $17.00 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 Petersburg, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Petersburg, 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.