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1,346 babysitters are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Philadelphia, PA
Makiyah G.
Philadelphia, PA
$23-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I have 3 years of experience with kids professionally however personally I have been working with kids for 4 years. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I am Caring, compassionate, and patient with children. Skilled at developing and leading children in fun learning activities. Ability to help with homework. I'm...
Makiyah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"As a first time mom with an infant son I am very careful about who is around our son and who cares for our son. Makiyah is the first caregiver we had for the baby that is not family and I could not ask for a better person to care for him. She is caring,...
Norrina B.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Sydney and I'm an experienced teaching artist who has nannied for one family for over a year. I've been working with kids since high school and graduated from Cornish College of the Arts where I studied stage management. I have taught and stage managed at Youth Theatre Northwest where I worked with large groups...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Sydney to watch our two children (2 and 7) in August of 2020 after 6 months of working at home with our kids during the pandemic. We couldn't have chosen a more perfect nanny for our kids. Sydney is patient, caring, fun, responsible, and imaginative....
Robert S.
Ash P.
Philadelphia, PA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Ash (they/them) a childcare worker extraordinaire! I value play and the humanity of kids. I aim to meet kids with understanding and foster a creative environment, open hearts, and curiosity. I have been in childcare for over 10 years and love to help families and their kids navigate the early stages of life. Early...
Ash can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ash is an experienced, knowledgeable, resourceful, kind, caring, and fun nanny. I cannot find enough positive adjectives in her praise. From the moment we interviewed Ash, we were impressed by her professionalism that sets her apart from other nannies. She shared...
Anisha S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families,
I'm looking for 10-15 hours per week, split in two days. I've been with the same family for the last two years, seeing a sweet boy from 12 months to 3 years old. He's starting school now, and I'm looking for some additional hours to fill in my AM availability.
I always prioritize outdoor exploration and play,...
Ginger can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Ginger was a blessing in a difficult period for us. Ginger watched our daughter for a few months, met our scheduling needs and was on time like clockwork every single day. Ginger immediately developed a very strong bond with our daughter and we always not only knew...
John H.
Madison A.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madison, and I am seeking a full time nanny position within 30 minutes of West Philadelphia starting in July 2023. I hold a Bachelors degree in Communications from Northeastern University and am currently pursuing a Masters in Art Therapy. I have several work experiences with children, including 2 years as a...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Madison is energetic and great with dealing with multiple kids (we have 4) from babies to older children (oldest is 11). She is a lot of fun and your kids will be asking to see her again! Absolutely FAVORITE babysitter! She will be able to break out shy children...
Brooke G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a 33-year-old female experienced caregiver seeking employment as a independent contractor or with a company. I have 10+ years experience in providing care for both Children and Older Adults in the home setting. I am a CPR Certified CNA skilled in assisting with daily activities of living including:
-Bathing
-Feeding (By...
Sharonda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We love Sharonda!! Amazing babysitter who made me feel comfortable leaving my special needs daughter @home. Always on time too, will continue to use!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I am an experienced nanny with stellar reviews searching for a full-time job starting around Labor Day in Philly
I have spent my time working with children ages 13 months - 11 years old for the past 5 years and have absolutely loved every second of it.
I am experienced with potty training, nebulizer use, cyber...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rachel is amazing with my 8 year old daughter and 4 year old son. She is kind, punctual and very imaginative when it comes to playing with the kids. My kids love her and she has been an incredible help to our family!"
Lisa M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I moved to the Philadelphia area (living near Rittenhouse) after graduating from Duke University with a degree in Neuroscience in May 2022. For the past two years, I worked at Boston Children's Hospital in the Down Syndrome Program. I am starting medical school at Drexel this year with plans to become a pediatrician.
I have...
Sophie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"It was such a pleasure having Sophie watch our 6-month-old son. Sophie has an incredible professional background with children and is knowledgeable with all things kids. She immediately jumped right in as soon as she arrived at our home. She was so gentle and sweet...
Annalisa S.
London S.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Experience with child caring suits me a lot. The skills I am best at is caring and patient nature. excellent communication skills including written, verbal and listening ability, the ability to work as part of a team, the capacity to think on my feet and stay calm in stressful situations good or bad, leadership skills,...
London can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
"London has been a great cleaner throughout the times I've needed her. Good with children, she's like a breath of fresh air. My kids love her and she's highly respectful and gets the job done. One big thing I can say is that she will constantly ask what else would...
Joy L.
Jessica R.
Philadelphia, PA
$24/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've Been Dedicating The Last 5 Years To Child Care, In The Last Year Of My Physiotherapy College
5.0
(1)
I've been dedicating the last 5 years to child care, in the last year of my physiotherapy college I had the opportunity to experience pediatric rehabilitation more intensely and it made me fall even more in love with child care. During college I babysat for my friends and neighbors on weekends and date nights. From 2021 to 2023...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica is helping me with my 2mo and she has been great, my baby girl loves to spend time with her. Jessica is also very trustworthy, reliable and proactive and we love having her working with us"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi, I'm Lauris! I'm a case worker, former teacher, aunt of a 2-year-old and animal lover. For three years, in a more formal setting, I worked with elementary aged children(5-11) at a before and after school program and loved it. Part of my job was to help children with homework, prepare meals and plan events. I have a passion...
Lauris can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Lauris was very attentive and intentional with my son from 1.5-2 years old. Lauris truly cared and was a great communicator. If our family was still near, we’d choose Lauris again! "
Care member
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: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance
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.
Nelly T.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 20-year-old college student, currently taking a break from school. I work as a cake decorator part time, so I can make some fun cakes for your child's birthdays! I taught kids at a Ukrainian school in my church from the age of 14, and am always carrying around my nieces and nephews. I'm an older sister to three little...
Nelly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Nelly is so helpful! Not only is she great interacting with my 10 month old son, she cleaned up the toys, changed his cloths when needed without me asking, anticipated feedings before the baby got fussy, and washed the dishes! We are hiring her on a consistent...
Jaqua D.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Kayleigh! I would love to help out your family with your childcare needs. I have quite a few years of experience working with children. I have nannied for years, managed a children's gymnastics gym and head coached a cheer team for years as well. I'm very creative and love getting to help kids creativity shine....
Kayleigh can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kayleigh interviewed great. She appears energetic and well mannered. She has another flexible job she has held for several years and seems very interested in finding an ongoing babysitting job. We look forward to having her over soon! "
Maryjo P.
5.0
(2)
Hello Everyone!
I am currently looking for a part-time gig. It's hard to trust anyone with your children and allowing me to is an honor and not something I take lightly! I have been a nanny for years on and off. Off at times due to other jobs or schooling. I currently have my Bachelor's in Psychology and am currently working...
Rahmira can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rahmira is extremely creative and loves bringing that passion and her own artistic talents to children. She has a calm demeanor and is a lovely person to work with!!"
Stephanie I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm Mackenzie, an educator and mentor and I am looking for a great family to work with for the summer!
I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages and I greatly value education, non violent communication and child centered free play. I am open to meal prep, house work, and transportation. I am also interested...
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mackenzie was our favorite babysitter! Our children loved her so much and we felt very comfortable leaving them in her care. Hands down would hire her again!"
Caitlin W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children of all ages for the last 5 years in both professional and private environments. I have worked at a summer camp and lifeguarded for 4 years supervising children between the ages of 1-12 at camp and all ages while guarding. I've also worked with multiple families with ages ranging from 1-11. This...
Myka can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Myka was so great with our kids. She was engaged and playful with the two of them and knew just how to make them comfortable with someone new from the first few minutes of walking in. She easily adapted to changes in plans and took great care of our kids for the...
Brookes W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nadda. I'm 37 years old and I am originally from Thailand. I have 2 kids I am looking for a part time nanny job from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. I am self motivated, a hard worker, I have a lot of experience and great references. Message me if this sounds like what you are looking for. I look forward to hearing from you.
Nadda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were SO incredibly lucky to have Nadda work as a nanny for our toddler twins for over 1 year. She worked with them alone on days that I worked outside of the home and alongside me on other days. She was absolutely fabulous in every way! She is punctual,...
Alexandra F.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Nneka is a Newborn care specialist, Early Childhood Educator, and Professional Nanny with 15 years of extensive caregiving experience. She provides warm, compassionate, responsive, reliable, and respectful care for children and families.
She has supported families through the birth of their child, the postpartum period,...
Nneka can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Nneka arrived early, was bright and warm, and is clearly interested in (and knowledgeable about) infant and child development. At first impression, I wondered how her mellow and calm demeanor would mix with our very energetic pre-schooler, but our daughter was...
Care member
4.5
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Chelsea, and I'm a caring, responsible caregiver with over 6 years of experience working with children. I love creating a safe and fun environment where kids can thrive, and I'm passionate about being a reliable helping hand for parents.
I'm available for evening and weekends only, and I prefer working in...
Chelsea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
3.0
"Chelsea did a great job helping us out last minute. She responded quickly and talked with us on the phone to finalize plans. We asked for someone who would play with our son at the park; however, my son said she sat on the bench on her phone instead of playing with...
Elizabeth T.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Philadelphia, PA
Makiyah G.
5.0
As a first time mom with an infant son I am very careful about who is around our son and who cares for our son. Makiyah is the first caregiver we had for the baby that is not family and I could not ask for a better person to care for him. She is caring, knowledgeable and punctual. She is very...
- Norrina B.
Sydney T.
5.0
We hired Sydney to watch our two children (2 and 7) in August of 2020 after 6 months of working at home with our kids during the pandemic. We couldn't have chosen a more perfect nanny for our kids. Sydney is patient, caring, fun, responsible, and imaginative. During this past year she has taken on...
- Robert S.
Ash P.
5.0
We had the most wonderful experience with Ash for the last year (with our son from 4 months to 15 months). Ash's genuine respect, affection for, and careful attention to our son is everything we could have ever asked for in a nanny. Ash has amazing energy, tons of ideas for activities and ways to...
- Steven M.
Ginger H.
5.0
Ginger was a blessing in a hard period of our life. Ginger watched our daughter for a few months and made a very strong bond with her very quickly. Always focused and ready to play, ginger was extremely reliable and always dedicated to making the most of our daughters day. It was not only a relief...
- Hannah H.
Madison A.
5.0
Madison was amazing with our toddler daughter. They always had the best time and did outings and activities together. My daughter called Madison her best friend! We love Madison and would highly recommend her to other families.
- Cornelia G.
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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 $18.94 per hour as of February 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 456 reviews of the 1,346 listed babysitters.