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1,343 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
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Emma C.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Pediatric Nurse With 12 Years Of Caregiving Expertise
Hello! My name is Emma, and I'm a pediatric nurse with 12 years of hands-on experience in child care. I'm excited to offer my expertise as a trusted babysitter, combining my medical background with a genuine love for children to provide safe, compassionate care.
Experience & Skills:
* Over 12 years of babysitting experience,...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Sidney and I have always enjoyed spending time with children and have been babysitting for several years now. I am a responsible and reliable caretaker, who takes pride in providing high-quality care. I am willing to help out around the house, carpool the kids to anywhere they need to go, and just be a fun babysitter...
Sidney can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hi, I'm Morgan! I'm a responsible, reliable and motivated person. I'm a recent Temple grad who now works at PWD as a Civil Engineer. I'm available to babysit on weekends and on weekday afternoons/evenings. I got my babysitting certification as a 13-year-old girl scout! I've babysat for 10+ families, watching up to 5 children at...
Morgan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Jade P.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have been taking care of children since I was still playing with barbies. I just have a natural gift with kids. I've been babysitting for many years and I also have plenty of experience with babysitting children from my family. I am currently going to be having a child of my own in March. Children are my life. They bring me so...
Jade can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
As the oldest in a family of four, I have been caring for children as early as I possibly could. Because of my three siblings, I am very hardworking and have gotten many babysitting opportunities through them over the years. I have taken care of children at almost every age and can handle just about everything when it comes to...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
I am moving to New Orleans at the end of August and looking to connect for recurring and occasional babysitting in the area.
I have been working with children for over a decade as a nanny, an art teacher, a sleep-away camp counselor, and a teacher's assistant. I have made lasting, meaningful connections with many of the...
Phoebe can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a full time preschool teacher currently available for babysitting on weeknights. I am also able to do light household work such as laundry and cleaning to help busy parents. I would also be able to do homework help for children in school. I love engaging kids with creative projects and games as I am a creative person...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Devon K.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi my name is Devon , I attend Drexel University and looking for part time flexibility with my school schedule. I have been babysitting for over 5 years (range of children's age) and CPR & first aid trained. My current availability is weeknights & weekends
Let me know if I'd be a great fit for your family!!
Devon can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Alexa, I am a recent graduate of Saint Joseph's University looking for a babysitting job near by! I have worked with children ages 6mo. to 15 at several different summer camps and sports classes, and I also have been a babysitter in the Philadelphia area for 2+ years. I am Red Cross CPR certified and have...
Alexa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, My name is Miranda and I live in Raleigh, NC. I have working as a paid babysitter since I was 14 years old and I'm most comfortable around children between the ages of 3 and 15. I have a clean driving record and am comfortable transporting kids to their activities.
Additionally, I am eager and willing to watch over pets,...
Miranda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had a lot of experience teaching and caring for children in multiple settings over the years. I graduated from Temple University with my BS in Education. I have taught in 10 different schools ranging from elementary through high school throughout Philadelphia. In my last teaching position (in 2015), I was responsible for...
Grace can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Lilly D.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a middle school teacher, currently teaching 7th grade math. I have experience babysitting for children of all ages ranging from infants to around 12 years old. While in college, I nannied for a family for 2 consecutive years. I have been babysitting on and off since I was about 12 years old.
Lilly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Kiva, and I am looking to help one or a few families out in my spare time with fun childcare! I work full time as a Sr. Behavior Therapist for toddlers with autism, but I love hanging with kiddos so much that I'm interested in babysitting after hours as well! I have been in the field of early childhood/early...
Kiva can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have more than 8 years of experience taking care of kids as a live-in nanny in England and US.
I'm responsible for taking care of little one (from 3 months) as well as having lots of fun with 10 years old.
Experienced with special needs kids, G-tube and I am always willing to learn new things.
I am responsible to create...
Zuzana can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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 1,343 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 $18.93 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 652 reviews of the 1,343 listed babysitters.