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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
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Since high school I knew I loved working with kids, I starting a youth program at the daycare I volunteered at and worked at my high schools preschool program, and wanted to continue it throughout college. In my time i've worked at two daycares and done a handful of babysitting jobs, and my passion for helping kids hasn't faded....
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm reek. I recently left my full time job of the last 5 years and I am looking to get back into part time child care work as well as other domestic labor work. Most recently I was working for a non profit servicing youth and young adults. I have experience being a nanny, and occasional babysitter. I have the most experience...
Reek can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Skylah P.
Philadelphia, PA
$14/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a caregiver with a passion for helping children grow and develop. My experience caring for children through previous babysitting roles sparked a desire in me to make a more significant impact on their lives. I am a patient, imaginative, and friendly individual who excels at fostering a nurturing and engaging environment for...
Skylah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello!
My name is Leah and I am a childcare professional based in Philadelphia. I have a BFA in musical theatre from University of the Arts, from which I graduated recently in 2022. I have been working professionally with kids for 5 years now as a camp counselor, preschool teacher, babysitter, and arts educator. I value...
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Gulce G.
Philadelphia, PA
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hey there! I am 25 years old. Living here in America to do a Master's in Professional Clinical Counseling at La Salle University. I have been living in Philadelphia/Manayunk for two years. During my university years, I worked as a babysitter and did psychology internships at kindergartens. During these internships, I applied...
Skills:
CPR
Emily M.
Philadelphia, PA
$26/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have years of experience caring for children aside from teaching Middle School Science in MCPS. This experience includes years of babysitting children ages 1-15. My most recent experience was with a 1-year-old, who is now almost 4 years old! I spent a year and a half caring for this child throughout the covid-19 pandemic, when...
Emily can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Trustline Certified
Megan G.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am 25 years old and just recently got married and live in Philadelphia with my loving husband and cat, Newman. I work in King of Prussia in Procurement Operations Mon-Fri, so I am primarily seeking weekend opportunities. I have experience babysitting children ages 3-10 years old and some of the responsibilities consisted of...
I have multiple counts of experience when it comes to caring for children. I grew up babysitting my younger family members, as well as children within my local neighborhood. Upon attending college I was a nanny for a family for about 1. 5 years caring for a 1-year-old and a 4. 5-year-old who I miss dearly! Children of all ages...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Catherine, I'm a 2nd year law student at Temple. I have been babysitting for my entire life, as I grew up in a family with dozens of younger cousins! Babysitting is less of a job for me than it is a fun activity, and an opportunity to hang out with adorable kids. I love learning from them as well as coming up with...
Catherine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Dennyza D.
Philadelphia, PA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello Families! I'm currently looking for part time nannying/babysitting work (can also provide housekeeping if needed)
I am 24 years old with a BS in Child Development & Family Relations. I have over 10 years experience with children. This experience includes babysitting and working in child care centers, with children ages NB...
Dennyza can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I've been working in childcare for 5 years, and had been volunteering at my current child care center for over 5 years before I began working there. I was a nanny during the Covid-19 quarantine and have been babysitting for nearly 10 years. I love my daycare job, but am looking for a better paying job and a family I can be a...
Caitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Victoria S.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! my name is Victoria and I am currently a senior at West Chester University graduating next semester with the double major in special education and early education. I have been working with children for about 8 years and have previous experience working in day cares and nannying for families with children of all ages. I am...
I'm a caring and patient college graduate looking to care for a child throughout the summer. I have extensive babysitting experience, I come from a large family, and I'm a Philadelphia native. I love walking through Philly's many parks, visiting the Barnes and Franklin Institute, and biking on the Delaware. I'm planning to...
Isabelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I have over 10 years of experience including four years of nannying through college. I am comfortable with all ages of children (I was a nanny for a 4-month-old, 2-year-old and three old for those four years). Happy to babysit for date nights or weekends as I work full time as a health care consultant.
Melina can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'm looking for some part time / full time nanny or babysitting positions for Summer 2024. I have been an afterschool art teacher and director for the past 3 years. This summer, I will be taking graduate education classes and therefore looking to fill the rest of my time with care opportunities.
I am Pediatric First Aid / CPR...
Tara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Crafts. I grew up with three sisters and every summer I had 10 younger cousins in the house that I had to babysit. I volunteered at an orphanage for one summer where I had to take care of preschoolers. I am responsible, capable, and I'm confident I can care...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years experience as a babysitter- I've worked primarily after school with elementary level children and in the evenings with toddlers and pre-school aged children. I have experience caring for children on the autistic spectrum as well. Aside from babysitting experience, I have worked at summer camps supervising young...
Marie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love sports and being active. I have worked with children for 15 years as a teacher, coach, and babysitter. I am friendly, reliable, and energetic. Currently I am attending graduate school for counseling and I have some free time during the week and weekends to provide child care or tutoring.
Marcie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Sarah D.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
I recently graduated from the University of Delaware with my Bachelor's in Psychology with minors in Human Development and Disability Studies. I have over 8 years of experience in daycare, summer camp, and babysitting settings. I have worked with children aged 0-15, as well as children with disabilities. I have experience...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hello! I am a fun-loving, genuine, and caring babysitter ready to embark on exciting adventures with your family. I'm a full-time therapist with a master's degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology and have over 4 years of childcare experience as an Aupair. Previously, I enjoyed 3 years as a summer camp counselor in my...
Silvia Rubio can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
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 1,346 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 $18.93 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 648 reviews of the 1,346 listed babysitters.