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1,334 babysitters are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Philadelphia, PA
Jessica O.
Philadelphia, PA
$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jessica and I am certified and licensed Occupational Therapist and graduate of Thomas Jefferson University. I currently live in Souderton, PA, and am looking for a part time or full time caregiving/nannying position. I have experience working for families in the Philadelphia area over the past six years as a...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jess has been quite adaptable and friendly with our 1.5 year old. We can always count on her to arrive on time and remain flexible to our child's needs. Jess is a joy to have a part of our lives and we enjoy the time we have with her while she transitions into the...
James S.
Marta S.
Philadelphia, PA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Marta. I Have 6 years of experience with kids of different age ( from newborns to school age). Currently a student at BHCC. Also have studied at a Linguistic University, pedagogics and early education were my major subjects, there I've got necessary skills for being a nanny or educator. I am very energetic...
Marta can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had Marta for a week and we really wish we could have had her for a longer time! She is organized, thorough, adapts / learns quickly and instilled confidence & trust during her short time caring for our 4mo."
Shrenik S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as friendly, patient, and caring.
I like working with kids because I am a teacher and kids are a passion of mine.
I'm looking for a job that keeps me on my feet and can give me challenges at times.
I started working with kids when I was 15. I am 26 now!
In my spare time, I like to workout, do...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Julia was outstanding with my 7 year old son. Punctual, great communication, friendly."
Christine H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for many children in the past and love playing games, reading, helping with homework, and planning activities. I nannied for a family for three years that included before/after school care as well as full time care during the summer. I have experience with overnights as well. I enjoy trying new things and...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Taylor worked for us since 2017 as before/after school care and full-time summer nanny to our 3 kids. She is like family and my kids reach out to her still today! Taylor is extremely dependable, responsible, and loving. She has great communication skills and we...
Audra V.
Valencia E.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 24 years old and I love kids! I am looking for nannying jobs to get me through art school. I've cared for my little brother my whole life and I used to work at a preschool! I'm very good with children. I also have babysitting experience with ages from 9 months - 9 years old. I'm also a very good cook! I also have my own...
Valencia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Kaela W.
Philadelphia, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I started babysitting when I was 13 for neighbors and close family friends. I have babysat for all types of families and children ages 0-13. I love to babysit and get such joy watching children grow and learn and love to do what I can to help with that. I am currently working as a Registered Nurse full-time (3 days/week) and I...
Kaela can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Kaela for our daughter Jade. Kaela was punctual, honest, and warm. We reached out to hire her, but unfortunately for us, she accepted a full time RN position in another state. We would recommend Kaela to anyone in the future who is looking for...
Misty R.
5.0
(1)
I am a Special Education teacher in Philadelphia. I have a Masters in Special Education- specializing in Autism. Additionally, I am working on a Master's degree in reading. I have several years of experience babysitting children of all ages and needs. Experience with infants as well. I am currently looking for a summer position....
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Molly L was a pleasure to meet and interview. She is a lovely young woman!"
Kimberly R.
Kayla L.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kayla! I am a 23-year-old preschool teacher with 6 years experience working in childcare. I am CPR certified, I have experience with all all age groups in various settings (preschool, nannying, summer camp, daycare, babysitting) and I have 2 years experience working as an inclusion counselor for children with...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kayla is an amazing babysitter! My kids adore her. She is reliable. She has a great personality and is very helpful in the house. I will keep hiring her as long as she lets me."
Alicia B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids ever since I was a mother's helper at the age of 14. Since then, I have been babysitting off and on and have been working at summer camps. I have experience in all ages including newborns and for the past three summers, I have been working with children on the Autism spectrum. I have a lot of...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia was amazing with my two kids (5 and 6 year old). They absolutely adored her and were so sad when we moved and she couldn't be their babysitter anymore."
Melanie B.
Nadine I.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 6 years of experience volunteering with children k-12 with tutoring and as a nanny. I have a bachelor's degree in human development and community engagement with a concentration on psychology. Currently I am getting my Master's degree in counseling psychology. I am also clinically trained to work with individuals...
Nadine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Nadine was great with our boys. We have hired her twice and will continue to do so. She keeps the house in order, got the little guy to bed no problem, and did some baking with my older son. Highly recommend."
Amy S.
Jeniffer P.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been working as a babysitter for 10 years, working with children is my passion, I love to help children to learn and explore and to be part of their growth and development.
I have experience taking care of children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers.
I am a proactive, communicative, flexible, patient, good with...
Jeniffer can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jeni is very natural with kids! We love her. She is adorable with our little Jack, always very kind and loving. We definitely recommend her. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have nearly 20 years experience babysitting and nannying. I was a day camp counselor for 4 years and an overnight camp counselor for 2 years. I have volunteered with children of all ages and abilities for 15 years. I am a certified Special and General Education teacher.
Anne can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Anne was with us for about one year (when our daughter was about 9 months to about two years old), and she was great with our daughter. Anne was extremely dependable and was someone you could count on. She was always on time (often early) and always helped out in a...
Reuben A.
Lauren K.
Philadelphia, PA
$33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time Teacher With Lots Of Experience Looking For Weekend Work!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a full time junior kindergarten teacher and lead camp counselor with extensive experience caring for children aged 6 weeks to 13 years.
In the past, I have taught a third and fourth grade Spanish class, given private reading instruction, student taught sixth and first grade, and been a caregiver to all ages. For four...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lauren is amazing with our girls. They love her and cannot wait until she comes to watch them.
Lauren's vast experience with children of all ages translates into a fun and safe experience for the kids. She can deal with their behavioral issues and keep them...
Jennedy J.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Babysitter with seven years of experience! I have worked with little ones from ages 1 to 10-year-olds. I base my care around a schedule that fills in time for playing, learning and making sure all needs are met. I love planning out activities from crafts, to baking, to sensory play. Safety and fostering a space to learn in are...
Nedaa can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Super trustworthy services will be missed. She is a rockbstar and made my kids feel so loved and important."
Alyssa Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Welcome! My name is Ryir and I am an arts educator and administrator in the Philadelphia area. I have over seven years of experience working with children in various capacities including music instruction, dance instruction, community engagement and child care. I have experience anywhere from nannying to being in the classroom...
Ryir can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ryir is great with my 2.5 year old son! My son actually gets excited to be babysat. They have so much fun together and I am at ease knowing that he is in good hands while I work. I highly recommend Ryir. "
Robyn W.
Martina V.
Philadelphia, PA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.4
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider with over 6 years of experience, I am passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and their families. My years of experience in babysitting roles have solidified my desire to support families and provide a reliable child care option.
My patient and calm nature, combined with my...
Martina can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She’s an amazing caregiver and wonderful person to my dog Jollie. I would recommend her to anyone! "
Care member
Claudia R.
Philadelphia, PA
$23/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Im Claudia :) I'm very patient, friendly, outgoing, reliable & communicative. I've loved taking care of children since I can remember. I've been in and out of babysitting jobs since I was 14. I've been professionally working with children for 8 years. I know how to change diapers & cook. I worked at a couple daycares for...
Claudia can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Claudia is extremely responsible and always puts fourth her best effort. She is kind, caring, and loving. Claudia has a clear understanding that all children learn at their own pace. She is patient and will pay careful attention to your child's wants and needs....
Jaimie C.
Alexis W.
Philadelphia, PA
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.8
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am 20 graduated high school. I
have been babysitting since I was
about 13 more regular though since I
was 16. I am located in the
germantown area of Philadelphia but I
have lived in Philadelphia all my life and
know the city pretty well. If you any
questions please let me know and I am
fully covid vaccinated. I have...
5.0
"Alexis is very punctual and is great with my daughter. She loves having her over because they get to play with dolls and dance. Alexis is very dependable."
Sashanielle S.
5.0
(3)
My name is Joy. I am proud to say that I have 25yrs experience of raising children, and advocating for youth with special needs. I currently work as an on-call PCA with headstart students diagnosed with developmental delay, autism, and individuals with emotional, and behavioral diagnoses as well. I have all up to date clearances...
Joy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep
5.0
"Joy has the incredible ability to make everybody she comes to contact with feel at ease. My children came to me and said that she was family barely a week after meeting her.
I would like for everyone to know that she has great insight about health, security,...
Tambu M.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a teaching artist with experience in working with over 600 students in my school in Hoboken. I've recently moved to Philadelphia to be close to my new grandson (4 months old) who I am with Tuesdays and Thursdays. I am very comfortable working with children of all ages and can be a great help to busy parents. I am seeking...
Sheri can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Sheri has been working with my 18 month old child for over a year here in Philly.
She is caring, nurturing, reliable, and most of all fun!
J. loves their time together and is constantly challenged by the Montessori-like activities Sheri provides.
When J....
Jayne M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Philadelphia, PA
Jessica O.
5.0
Jess has been quite adaptable and friendly with our 1.5 year old. We can always count on her to arrive on time and remain flexible to our child's needs. Jess is a joy to have a part of our lives and we enjoy the time we have with her while she transitions into the next phase of her career.
- James S.
Marta S.
5.0
We had Marta for a week and we really wish we could have had her for a longer time! She is organized, thorough, adapts / learns quickly and instilled confidence & trust during her short time caring for our 4mo.
- Shrenik S.
Julia G.
5.0
Julia was outstanding with my 7 year old son. Punctual, great communication, friendly.
- Christine H.
Taylor J.
5.0
Taylor worked for us since 2017 as before/after school care and full-time summer nanny to our 3 kids. She is like family and my kids reach out to her still today! Taylor is extremely dependable, responsible, and loving. She has great communication skills and we trust her implicitly. Any family...
- Audra V.
Kaela W.
5.0
We interviewed Kaela for our daughter Jade. Kaela was punctual, honest, and warm. We reached out to hire her, but unfortunately for us, she accepted a full time RN position in another state. We would recommend Kaela to anyone in the future who is looking for childcare.
- Misty R.
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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 1,334 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 $18.80 per hour as of November 2024. 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 2024, 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 577 reviews of the 1,334 listed babysitters.