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1,345 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
Saberah S.
Philadelphia, PA
$22-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi,
My name is Saberah, I'm 26. I am a licensed CNA and a graduate in Journalism & Media Studies . I am CPR/First Aid Certified and BLS Certified. I started working with kids when I was 12 years old but professionally I started 5 years ago.
In my spare time, I like to read and hang out with my friends, listen to a lot of Kpop...
Saberah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"I have known Saberah for 2 years I became her friend when we both started our Au pair journey. Down to earth individual who does everything to her best of her abilities honest, loyal and respectful. She loves children and has a soft open heart."
Jolene M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have art and biology backgrounds and enjoy incorporating science and art into play and daily life. I strongly encourage STEAM activities and time outdoors as I believe they not only go hand in hand, but are essential pieces to thought provoking playfulness that children love!
I've cared for children aged 10 weeks to 14 years...
Noelle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Noelle has been such a wonderful addition to our family! She is flexible, caring, punctual, dependable, and trustworthy. She helped us through virtual kindergarten, homeschooling, and hybrid schooling and was willing to jump in wherever we needed her. She is an...
Ashley L.
Nicole R.
Philadelphia, PA
$19-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very fun, loving and creative person, I love working with kids and I'm always willing to help.
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very communicative and dependable. My 5 year old loved Nicole. Will hire again."
Jessica G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Nathan, I'm in the process of a name change so my profile reflects my current legal name. I am nonbinary and use they/them pronouns.
I have 7 years of experience with private childcare, with all ages from infant and up, including experience with disabilities and chronic illness.
My approach is to relate...
Nathan can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Nathan.
They've worked for us for about a year now. They have been timely, loving, and just am all around big help. Taking our kids to and from school, camp, and other various activities.
They have kept the kids engaged and taught them so much about...
Eva D.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
Nathalia G.
Philadelphia, PA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hello!!!
My name is Nathalia, I'm from Brazil and I'm living in America for almost 4 years. I have more than 4 years experience with kids between 2 months to 10 years old. I have 4 years in America and 3 years in Brazil. I'm a really outdoor person and a sports lover I speak 2 languages Portuguese and English
I'm vaccinated and...
Nathalia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nathalia is a responsible and loving person. She will be a great nanny for your child. She is easy going, opened mind and really good with kids!"
Beatriz D.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
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.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Anna! I am a queer & non-binary (they/them) dance and theatre teacher currently residing in my hometown of Philadelphia, PA. I have been a teacher to children ages 4-17 for over eight years now. I have experience nannying for families with multiple children aged 6mos. & up. When working with families, I am...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Anna is the oldest of my four children. I could always rely on her to help out with her sisters. I could depend on her to assist with homework and to take her youngest sister to dance class. She is very responsible. She has maintained these traits from an early...
Beth B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Caroline and I am a recent graduate of Susquehanna University! I have been a nanny to 3 children for 2 summers now. Ages 9mo to 7 years old. I have also babysat for many family friends who have very young children, so I have great experience with newborns. Please contact me with any questions!
Caroline can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
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.
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.
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.
Makiyah G.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-21/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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Jessica R.
Philadelphia, PA
$23/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...
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
(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, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
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
Nadirah C.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a passionate loving female who's very good with children. I soon wish to have some of my own in the near future, but of course I want to complete college first. I have three loving siblings who I watch after when my parents are not home sometimes. I enjoy watching children because I think they are very precious and a gift...
Nadirah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Nadirah in very dependable, hard working, and genuinely caring and patient."
Care member
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & 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.
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, swimming supervision, travel
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...
Hannah H.
Maura W.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter With 5 Years Experience In Babysitting And Daycare.
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Maura. I will be graduating with a Masters in Occupational Therapy at the end of June. I have full availability for the summer (and maybe beyond) while I will be studying for my boards exam. I have always loved working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and I have worked in day...
Maura can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Niani and over the past six years, I have been responsible for children ranging from ages 2 to 12 years old. While caregiving, I have engaged in a variety of tasks such as traveling, to local parks, conducting science and art activities, preparing dinner, washing dishes, and lots of dance parties! I have a passion...
Niani can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Philadelphia, PA
Saberah S.
5.0
Excellent with kids and Organized. I have known her for almost 3 years now and she is a kind spirited and energetic person. Always ensuring that the kids safety is first and takes her responsibilities highly.
- Precious M.
Noelle B.
5.0
Noelle has been such a wonderful addition to our family! She is flexible, caring, punctual, dependable, and trustworthy. She helped us through virtual kindergarten, homeschooling, and hybrid schooling and was willing to jump in wherever we needed her. She is an excellent caregiver to our kids and...
- Ashley L.
Nicole R.
5.0
Very communicative and dependable. My 5 year old loved Nicole. Will hire again.
- Jessica G.
Nathan D.
5.0
We love Nathan.
They've worked for us for about a year now. They have been timely, loving, and just am all around big help. Taking our kids to and from school, camp, and other various activities.
They have kept the kids engaged and taught them so much about identity, independence, and setting...
- Eva D.
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 1,345 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 $18.84 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 559 reviews of the 1,345 listed babysitters.