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1,349 babysitters are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Philadelphia, PA
Hi!! My name is Bridget. A little bit about me is I am 23 years old, a nursing student at the University of Pennsylvania, and absolutely adore kids- I have babysat for years and am currently babysitting another family in Philly on occasionally weekend nights. I graduated from the University of Virginia in 2023 with a degree in...
Bridget can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
I have years of experience working with children of all ages, from toddlers to school-aged kids, and I truly enjoy engaging with them through fun activities like arts and crafts, games, and even tutoring.
In addition to child care, I have experience caring for seniors, helping with tasks such as cooking, driving to...
Kori can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Hi there! I'm hoping to be your new babysitter/nanny. I graduated from Drexel University in Philadelphia with a degree in International Business in 2018. I moved to Seattle and fell in love with the outdoors and mountains while working as an event planner (intimate weddings and elopements). Before the COVID-19 pandemic, I...
Catherine can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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I am currently a senior studying at Vermont State University. Most recently I worked as a nanny for a 13-month-old. Where I also cooked, cleaned and ran errands.
I have worked as professional housekeeper, and I am more than happy to help clean and tidy up around the house. I also have extensive experience with animals and dog...
Meade can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
my name is Liliana my experience started ever since I was around 11 years old. I love kids specially babies. I have a 2-year-old boy which I adore and the same way I take care of my boy the same way ill take care for your child.
Skills:
CNA
CPR
I have 9 years of experience with babysitting children. I began babysitting early in high school, and found such a passion for child care that I followed my dreams of becoming a teacher! I am a second grade elementary school teacher, finishing up my fourth year of teaching. I am extremely passionate about my job. I am looking...
Aubrey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I have about 10 years experience working with children. From babysitting, to spending 3 years working in pediatrics as a certified medical assistant. I'm also a mother of a 16-month-old little girl. I love kids, and I plan to keep working with kids all the way through college and after.
Geena can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a fun and loving babysitter looking for part-time/occasional gigs in the philadelphia area.
I am available on weekends/evenings, so if you need someone to care for your little ones while you attend an event, I am the right person for you.
In the day time, I am a finance professional. In my spare time however, I am a...
Vicencia can also help with: Craft assistance
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At my last job, I watched after children and sometimes adults with special needs. We were required to assist with feeding, bathing, medication, changing, diapers, entertaining, and dealing with difficult behaviors i. e. aggression. I had a 1 on 1 match up to a 1 on 4. I am CPR and first aid certified. I was also trained to know...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
These skills are also often used through both adolescence and adulthood.
After graduating, I began my career in Human Resources working at two prominent companies. I was able to absorb a lot from the workplace, but I ultimately decided that I prefer working and growing communication skills with small children. I have more than...
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
*I actually go by Mack not Elizabeth*
Hello! I am 27 years old and would love to help you this summer with any tutoring or one-time babysitting.
I have lots of experience with kids, I am a certified middle school teacher! I currently teach sixth grade math and science, as well as tutor in all grades. I have also worked in a...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
I have taught art in various programs, workshops and classes from a young age, and cared for children and pets of all ages. Your children are my priority!
Lucian can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I babysat new born.
I cared for multiple kids at one time from the age of 5months to 9 years old.
I have eight nieces and nephews.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting and working with kids since the age of 11. I started by babysitting families that lived in my neighborhood, and as I got older expanded to working with other families and children across my town. When I turned 16, I began working part time at a child care facility in which I spent time working in the...
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
9 years of babysitting experience with children ranging from 6 months to 13 years of age.
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Rachel! I'm a senior music industry major at Drexel University.
I started watching my little brother regularly when I was 12 and he was 4, and I have learned so much about caring for kids on the way. I have experience regularly sitting as well as doing one-time jobs. I'm very artistic and would love to play...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
I have had experience caring for children for over 10 years through private childcare, church childcare, private school childcare, as well as teaching piano lessons to children of all ages. I love children, and I have a passion for providing parents with someone they can trust to always be there and make a positive impact on...
Maya can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
While I have many passions in life, working with kids take the cake. As the eldest of 7, I have had my good share of experience changing diapers, homework helping, and just playing with my siblings. For some it may be work, but for me I enjoy serving kids in an impact manner. My experience with children started with caring for...
Erica can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Soniya P.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Recently Graduated Registered Nurse, Care-giver/ Babysitter Available!
My name is Soniya P and I am currently an ER nurse and have been for the last three years. Before that, I have had a lot of experience working with children, including children's ministry for my local church for two years as well as having been a live-in nanny for a year. I also have a degree in biology and public health that...
Soniya can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maggie, and I'm a graduate student at La Salle University getting my Master's in Speech Language Pathology. I'm originally from Northern Virginia and went to Saint Joe's for my undergraduate degree (go hawks!) and fell in love with Philly! I love working with kids, and my work experience as a substitute school...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Philadelphia, PA:
How can I find a Philadelphia babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Philadelphia, 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 1,349 babysitters in Philadelphia, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Philadelphia, PA?
The average rate for Philadelphia, PA babysitters on Care.com is $18.94 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 Philadelphia, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Philadelphia, 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.
Ratings for Philadelphia, PA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 456 reviews of the 1,349 listed babysitters.