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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
Harriet W.
Philadelphia, PA
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a recent graduate of Temple University-where I received my bachelors in Marketing and Management Information Systems. While pursuing my undergraduate degree, I spent the last 3 years babysitting children between the ages of 2 and 6 where I was responsible for morning care, lunch preparation, school/daycare drop offs,...
Harriet can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! I have up to six years of experience in childcare, working with children from 10 months to 14 years. I have a variety of experience, either tutoring, being a mom's helper, nannying, or simply a one-time babysitting gig! I have worked overnights and full time gigs to a few hour part time gigs as well! I have also tutored...
Isabel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
John H.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Jack- I'm a current musical theatre major at the University of the Arts, and am originally from the DC area. I've been babysitting both part-time and full-time since I was 14, and I've taken care of children just a few months old to 11 years old! I love keeping kids engaged with music, outside play, and if they're into...
John can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
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,...
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I recently graduated with my nursing degree in June 2024 and passed my boards, so I'm now a Registered Nurse. Currently, I am looking for a full-time nursing position, but available to provide childcare in the meantime.
In addition to my nursing background, I've been working part-time as a tech in the NICU, giving me extensive...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
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.
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, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Norah M.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Norah. I'm Currently A Nursing Student At Drexel University (roll Dragons)!
I started working with kids when I was also just a kid- I have 4 siblings and I'm the oldest, so I grew up around lots of kids. I started working as a babysitter/nanny around 3 years ago for family friends and then started privately nannying about a year and a half ago!
In my spare time, I like to read, play tennis, work on...
Skills:
First Aid
Sarah M.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I've been working with kids since 2014, babysitting, nannying, and assisting with art related summer camps and aftercare programs.
I graduated with degrees in political science and philosophy in 2020. As a junior and senior, I managed the Philosophy for Kids program designed to introduce 1st graders to philosophical...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Haley R.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Haley and I am a 27-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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Nikailya C.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 2 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Cara B.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced With Babies, Toddlers And Tweens Available On Week Days-Friday And Saturday Late Nights.
Experienced with babies, toddlers and Tweens! I have two nephews (now 6 and 4) and twin nieces (recently turned 1) who I vacation with, and commonly babysit. This past year I took a Child Development class where we treated a class like a preschool and taught, looked after, and grew with the kids. I have my own car,...
Cara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
I'm a West Chester graduate with a bachelors in psychology and health. I've been in childcare professionally since 2022, being the oldest of my family I have a lifetime of experience with babysitting different age groups. Since graduating I've worked with children in many different forms from nannying to working for CPS. Each...
Akiah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Morgan H.
Philadelphia, PA
$11-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with six years of experience, a passion for nurturing young minds, and a commitment to providing a safe and enriching environment for children. My previous babysitting roles have shown me the positive impact I can have on children's lives, and I'm excited to continue making a difference.
I'm patient,...
I've been drawn to caregiving ever since my first babysitting job, which inspired me to pursue a career where I could positively impact children's lives and support families. With two years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for up to three children of all ages. My patient and calm demeanor, along with my formal and reserved...
Skills:
CPR
Madi E.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a creative and friendly caregiver with 14 years of experience providing a nurturing and safe environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, coupled with my positive babysitting experiences, led me to pursue a career in childcare. I believe in open...
Madi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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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.