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1,346 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
I have 3 years of experience in teaching, babysitting, summer camp, and general mentorship. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry, and I am a decent cook if you need me to make anything. I know how to drive, change diapers, and I have decent knowledge of how to help with most school subjects.
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Catherine L.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Full Time Teacher (Music) Seeking Childcare Hours
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children since I was in middle school babysitting. From there my experience has involved extensive nannying hours, as well as full time teaching in the public school district of Philadelphia. I have been teaching private voice and piano lessons for over four years and hold a Masters degree in Music...
Catherine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I started babysitting at age 12 and my first job was in a daycare when I was 16 years old. Since then, I've babysat many kids as well as volunteered as a dance teacher for kids ages 3-12. I have experience with all ages and have been responsible for infants as young as 6 weeks old.
Angelina F.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for nurturing the development of young minds. With three years of experience in babysitting and a background in early childhood education, I have a deep understanding of children's needs and the importance of providing a safe and nurturing environment.
My patient,...
Kamryn S.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kamryn. I would love to share a little about me.
Education: I graduated from Penn State University in 2018 and currently, I am pursuing a Masters degree at Thomas Jefferson University studying to become a Physician Assistant
Babysitting Experience: I started babysitting at 18 years old and have experience...
Kamryn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Zahnyah W.
Philadelphia, PA
$17-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi I am an 20-year-old female I have been working with children since I started high school. I have worked with infants & toddlers for 5 years and I have my Certification in CPR and first aid I am willing to cook and clean after your children
charismatic, intelligent, and bubbly.
seeing them transform from those little...
Joanna H.
Philadelphia, PA
$8-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I am the oldest of 3, so I have experience in babysitting. I am hoping to earn some money while in college.
Jaime R.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Jaime and I am 27 years old and I live in Cedar Park. I have 4 years of experience as a babysitter (ages 2-8). I currently work in the morning with a family to take their child to school and do meal prep. I am available hourly on the weekends and some week days.
As a babysitter, I am known for being very...
Jaime can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hello! I am a patient, caring, organized, hard-working and creative nanny looking for work! I have been working in Higher Education for the past 3 years, but plan on leaving to pursue my Master's Degree in School and Mental Health Counseling. This program will take place primarily on nights and weekends, but I will be available...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sloane M.
Philadelphia, PA
$24-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
Post Grad Nursing Student And Current Childcare Worker
Hello! I am a recent graduate offering childcare and household services.
I have been caring for children in various ways for nearing a decade and find more love and passion for childcare with each passing day! My childcare background includes being a babysitter, sleep away summer camp counselor, coach, after school educator,...
Sloane can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Kris R.
Philadelphia, PA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I have been working with all ages of children for about seven years! I have my undergraduate degree in secondary education and my masters in higher education. I have seven years of experience babysitting and being a camp counselor! Happy to help out with date nights, doing some tidy and clean up around the house, help...
Erieshae C.
Philadelphia, PA
$16-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a substitute teacher and babysitter. I mostly am available evenings/weekends, but I am flexible. I have a car and only babysit from the homes of the families. Message me to talk rates.
Erieshae can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Bailey M.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a dedicated and experienced caregiver with over 5 years of experience working with children of all ages, as well as caring for animals. I am first-aid certified, which gives me the confidence to handle any situation that may arise with care and calmness.
Babysitting has always been a passion of mine because I love being...
Haley R.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Haley and I am a 28-year-old young professional looking to babysit regularly or sporadically! I currently work in data analytics, throughout my undergrad and masters programs, I worked full time as a nanny for several different families. Working as a nanny was the best job I ever had, so even though I work in...
Haley can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Odette C.
Philadelphia, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I have had a passion for working with children for as long as I can remember. I have 10 years of experience caring for infants, toddlers, school aged children, as well as children with neurodevelopmental disorders. In high school, I regularly volunteered in the elementary school afterschool program. During undergrad, I...
Odette can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Destiny A.
Philadelphia, PA
$12-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Destiny, I'm 24 also a mother of a 3-year-old boy. I've been babysitting family and friends since the age of 14. I've loved each experience. I am now making a career caring for children and just being able to help out another parent when things get hectic and busy. I understand and get it as a mother myself searching...
Destiny can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Nikailya C.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Nikailya. I am 23 years old and I'm looking for something short term. I have eight years paid experience working with children ages 0-13. I graduated from Plymouth Whitemarsh High School and Central Montco Technical High School studying Early Childhood Education. I'm a new mom of 1 and used to work at a daycare in...
Nikailya can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
My child care experience began relatively early. I have 2 siblings and 10 cousins all younger than me so naturally I was the obvious choice to babysit in the family. Beyond that in middle/high school I watched children frequently. Not only children in the neighborhood but I had teachers ask me to watch their children for date...
Kaitlin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!!
I am Wendy W. and I am a student at Drexel University. I played varsity tennis throughout high school and acted professionally. I am now majoring in Design and Merchandising to go into fashion business. I have three younger siblings and started babysitting them from a very young age. I'd love to meet or have a family...
Wendy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Donna D.
Philadelphia, PA
$8-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with over 10 years of experience. I am also an early education educator. My passion for caring for children stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option. I am...
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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 1,346 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 $18.95 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 455 reviews of the 1,346 listed babysitters.