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1,338 babysitters are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Philadelphia, PA
Vivian C.
Philadelphia, PA
$24-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, which led me to become a childcare provider. With four years of experience caring for children, I'm skilled at creating a safe and nurturing environment for them to thrive. I have experience caring for children of various ages, from infants to preteens, and am...
Marisol B.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with two decades of experience, and I'm passionate about helping children reach their best potential. My calm, creative, and friendly nature makes me a beloved caregiver among children and parents alike.
My COLLEGE DEGREE and experience have equipped me to provide a safe and nurturing environment for...
Marisol can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've spent the last three years as a childcare provider, and it's the perfect job for me! I love being around kids and helping them learn and grow. I'm patient, calm, and creative, so I'm always coming up with new and exciting ways to keep them engaged. I also believe in open communication with parents, so I'll keep you updated...
Rio can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hi! I am Lizzie I am a medical student in the area. I have babysat children of all ages since I was 13 years old. I am EMT certified, have experience volunteering with my local rescue squad and very comfortable with handling all types of situations if they arise! I love babysitting and hope to become a child neurologist one day....
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lauren L.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm very experienced with babysitting/nannying. My most recent experiences are nannying for the summer in 2020, nannying in the summer in 2021, and picking up from school and doing after school activities in the fall of 2021. I'm originally from Nashville, TN but graduated college in May of 2022 and moved up to Philadelphia for...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Bridget and I have a BFA from the Tyler School of Art at Temple University.
Aside from babysitting and nannying I also have experience teaching art for children ages about 3-12. My knowledge of art and education is a unique skill that I always bring with me. I love clear and honest communication as every family has...
Bridget can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
Aniela R.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I am located in Philadelphia, PA. I have two younger sisters and have been babysitting infants to age 10 since I was the 12 years old. I am a graduate of The University in Kansas with a Bachelors degree in Marketing and am currently pursuing my Masters in Early Childhood Education. My skills include: helping out with...
Skills:
Early Education
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, thoughtful, and caring.
I like working with kids because it allows me to have insight into a little bit of what parenting is like. Which is important to me because I want to be a mom one day.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible with my academic schedule, but I would be excited to...
Jamie S.
Philadelphia, PA
$23/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have been babysitting from the age 14 to now! I love being around kids and just making sure they have everything they need while having a fun time. I have prior CPR training and can babysit any age. I just graduated from Stockton University, so I am now home in Freehold and available any time!
Jamie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kyra and I have been mother's helping/babysitting since I was 10. I also grew up with four siblings, so childcare has always been a part of my life. I currently live in philly where I am finishing up nursing school at Thomas Jefferson. My first degree was in biology, and since graduating in 2018 I have worked a...
Kyra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Hello everyone! I have a genuine love for working with children. I have worked with children from different families for the past three years. From those experiences, I have learned how to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for children. I am responsible, patient, and reliable, qualities that I feel are essential for...
Amiena can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
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.
Julia S.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
hello I'm a 25 daycare teacher for infants but I'm great with all ages. I'm also CPR certified.
I like working with kids because they make me smile and laugh
I started working with kids when I have been babysitting for many years and I have been working in my daycare for about a year.
In my spare time, I like to I love...
Anne M.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Anne and I am currently a second-semester junior at Temple University. I am moving to Queen Village in early June and would love to connect with a family for summer/possibly throughout the school year. I have lots of experience with kids being a babysitter, swim lessons instructor, and camp counselor.
Anne can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Thomas B.
Philadelphia, PA
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
Full-time college student looking to babysit a few days a week. Willing to help with homework, carpooling, cleaning, cooking or whatever needs to be done.
Thomas can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Maddie S.
Philadelphia, PA
$28-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Maddie and I have just graduated magna cum laude with a degree in finance. I just moved back to PA after living in New York City. I nannied for a wonderful family there. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I have experience with kids ages 1-14. I've also worked with special needs children in...
Maddie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I am a reliable, patient and fun-loving 27-year-old who is the proud aunt of 10 nieces and nephews. As far as childcare experience goes, I spent the summer of 2012 working at a daycare, where I supervised more than 15 school age children. I also spent many summers throughout high school and college babysitting my two younger...
Minda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance
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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
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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 1,338 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 $18.81 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 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 520 reviews of the 1,338 listed babysitters.