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Babysitters in Pocono Lake, PA
Kimberly J.
Mount Pocono, PA
$12-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
I Am A Child Care Provider And Love Working With Children
I'm a creative and friendly childcare provider passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My 20 years of experience as a caregiver, where I've witnessed the positive impact I can make on children's lives, have reinforced my passion.
Communication is essential, which is why I provide written daily reports to...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a stay at home mom looking to earn some money while helping out some local families with childcare. I'm comfortable with babies and kids of all ages. I have a very flexible schedule so I can be available when needed!! I'm flexible with rates. I can provide you with child abuse clearances as well!
Ann-marie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Rachel. I am 25 years old, I have years of experience with children and also have a 2-year-old of my own. I am a behavioral health technician, I work with children from ages 2-21yrs who have severe behavioral issues. I have all of my clearances if you need them sent to you. I love working with children and look...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel provided backup care to our 9mo while our nanny was out sick. She played with him, sang songs, took him for a walk, fed him, and got him to sleep without issues. She is a Mom herself. We will keep her number for the next time our nanny is out sick. "
Lauren C.
Diane M.
Saylorsburg, PA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Have many yrs experience. I have 2 grown children of my own . I am also a CNA. I am CPR certified. I enjoy the outdoors and like to bicycle and enjoy sports. I have been a CNA for 8 yrs . I love children and enjoy playing board games with them and anything that they enjoy doing. I was a daycare teacher for 9 years and have taken...
Diane can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Diane is dependable, hardworking, and loyal. She always does her best. She can handle a heavy work load. She's very smart and upbeat. "
Erlene M.
Montana T.
Pittston, PA
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Montana! I have been babysitting since I was 13 and working at a day camp since I was 15. Giving me around 13 years of experience with children. I have been driving for 10 years and have a younger brother. I have also been apart of the big brother big sister program in the past year and has a little in the Newburgh...
Montana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a semi-retired Auntie who has over two decades of experience taking care of children. I've watched and cared for them across age groups, and cultures. My niece suggested I join Care. com to offer my services to other families who are starting out and could use a trusted and well versed child carer. I live in Tannersville,...
Nancy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nancy arrived on time. Found our home without issue. Was confident and communicative and followed the directions left for her exactly. "
Christa J.
5.0
(17)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Ari. I'm 31 years old, originally from New Hampshire.
I am a long time nanny and caregiver. Have been working with kids since I was just a kid myself and nannying consistently for about 10 years now. I've nannied and babysat all over the country, as I was living nomadically for many years.
I just moved to...
Ariana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ari babysat for our kids a few times and was fantastic each time. She really engaged with my 4 year old - did crafts and games and comforted my 2
year old when he was sad after waking up from his nap and realized I wasn’t home. She’s excellent at communicating,...
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Gabrielle H.
Freeland, PA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Looking For A Family That Needs A Fun And Trustworthy Babysitter
5.0
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently looking for family's who are in need of childcare on the weekends
I have 2 years of experience in a daycare facility as a manager working with all ages from 6 weeks old up until 15-year-olds ! I stepped away from the daycare facility and now I offer my childcare services in other family's houses. I . I'm looking...
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Me and my husband were looking for a one time babysitter for the day we had a last minute meeting to attend for work and Gabrielle's profile caught our eyes , not only is she in school for childhood education but she had the experience we were looking for in a...
Rachel B.
Mia M.
Stroudsburg, PA
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
My Name Is Mia And I'm 20 Years Old. I Am Currently A Junior At East Stroudsburg University.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing, and easy going!
I like working with kids because they are creative and remind me how exciting the world can be. I have always enjoyed working with kids since coaching wrestling and jiu-jitsu.
I started working with kids when I was a kid myself. At 11 I started teaching jiu-jitsu...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mia was an awesome, kind and caring babysitter! I hired her for babysitting a few children and she was great! She is young in age but I could tell she was very experienced with handling children! She also had such a peaceful presence for everyone! I highly...
Nina I.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was teaching 6-8 years old children back in the '90s, after that I was baby-sitting in the US different age groups from age 2 to 16 . I can do light housekeeping, food preparation as well, whatever needed for a very 'smooth' day. Always the well-being of the child comes first.
I have phone and written references.
I also have...
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Andrea was absolutely amazing. I was very lucky to find her. She is patient, understanding and caring. My daughter can often be a handful and then some, but Andrea was always patient with her and knew how to get the best out of her. They got along really well...
Jennifer G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy working with children and adults. I have a daughter who is the light of my world. I have been taking care of children for over 15 years. I worked at a few Day care Centers, I teach Sunday School at my church.
I am also the president of my church youth group. I am Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certified. I am...
Roselaure can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Rose! She is very knowledgeable, fun, bubbly and upbeat. She interacts with both of our child in a wonderful way. This was our first experience with someone outside of family taking care of our children in our home and she put me completely at ease. I...
Jamie P.
5.0
(1)
Greetings,
My name Tayana and I love helping kids develop into their little personalities! Though I am not your typical caretaker, I have plenty of experience with kids with special needs. I've have spent my last 8 years in working in a self contained classroom as a para, and the past few years I have moved up to a Behavior...
Tayana can also help with: Travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tayana is a great, caring and dependable girl. She truly has the best interest of children in mind. She truly cares about the children and their well being.
she likes teaching and seeing children grow. she is honest and hard working
i highly recommend Tayana!"
Sherry M.
Connie L.
Stroudsburg, PA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Kind, Caring Reliable Babysitter Who Went To College For Education
4.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with all age groups and I do like taking care of all of them. I love to nurture and care for children. I love working with children and having fun with and playing with children of all different age ranges. I think it is fun to go through the different developmental levels with children and find fun things to...
Connie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Connie is excellent. She is friendly and easygoing. Having her in our home was like having a family member there. She is dependable and always on time. My son really likes her and misses her when she isn't around. I would highly recommend her. She goes above and...
Karin D.
Emma L.
Tannersville, PA
$18-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Emma! I am a graduate from Millersville University and am working on my masters at ESU. I am also currently a medic in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard with my EMT and CPR certifications. I have been a medic for about 8 years. I started babysitting in middle school continued throughout high school as well as my...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very friendly, calm, punctual, and level-headed when babysitting our 4 high energy kiddos."
Anna D.
5.0
(2)
I am recently retired after 31 years with the same company. I have raised my two children and now have a lot of time and love to give to a family in need of a mature, responsible caregiver.
I have a clean driving record and have my own transportation. I am a non-smoker and a big animal lover so I can also help with any pets...
Marlena can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is great with my children (ages 1 and 3). She shows on time and the kids are happy and well cared for. She has a calm demeanor which is also helpful with our dogs."
Melissa B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello All! I can't wait to babysit for your family, providing a safe environment and enjoying the summer.
Holly can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Holly worked for our family for the summer. She left to go back to school. While we're so happy that she's continuing her education we are incredibly sad to lose her. She was an absolute doll. She bonded with my son and provided excellent care for him. We will miss...
Luisa B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I am a mother of 3 children, including a set of twins. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Business, I'm a non-smoker, I don't drink and I'm fully vaccinated. Now that my children are adults and I'm left with an empty nest, I'm looking to provide child care. I have always had a deep love for children and enjoy providing...
Najat can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Najat is a god send! She has a passion for kids and a heart made of gold. She's responsible, I never have to think twice about her missing an appointment for my child. She's great and I'd recommend her for anyone!"
Nirmeen M.
Victoria M.
Greentown, PA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available In The Mornings Durning The Week And Weekends!
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Victoria. I have babysat for several years with multiple children. I completed high school in 2017 and I just recently graduated Fayetteville state University where I am obtained my BS in psychology. I plan on furthering my education in hopes of being a clinical psychologist. In high school I took a class that...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Victoria watched my 2 and 6 year old and they both are excited for her to come back! My youngest is only used to a few people watching her so that fact that she was comfortable with Victoria says a lot. I felt that Victoria was responsible and sensible as I was...
Susan D.
Vianney A.
Henryville, PA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(15)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families,
My name is Vianney and Caring for children has become my passion. I've been a caregiver for over 15 years and a teacher for over 12 years.
I am seeking a full-time position, part time, date nights and overnight positions. I am also available to teach your children if they are homeschooling or need help with...
Vianney can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Vianney is great! Very thoughtful and kind. She helped me with my newborn and my 4 year old nephew and was excellent with both."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Charisma, I'm from Arizona, I started babysitting at 11 years old and when I turned 18 I got a job at a daycare that I worked at for 10 months. I worked with ages 2 months to 10 years old but specialized with 1-year-old's as that was the age group of my class at the school. After working at the daycare I was a nanny for...
Charisma can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Charisma nannied full-time for our infant for approximately 3 months. She also occasionally babysat our 2 year old. She was attentive, trustworthy, and caring, and connected well with our children. "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Pocono Lake, PA
Rachel F.
5.0
Rachel provided backup care to our 9mo while our nanny was out sick. She played with him, sang songs, took him for a walk, fed him, and got him to sleep without issues. She is a Mom herself. We will keep her number for the next time our nanny is out sick.
- Lauren C.
Diane M.
5.0
Diane is an excellent caregiver. Dependable, caring and honest are just a few ways to describe her.
- Antoinette G.
Nancy M.
5.0
Nancy arrived on time. Found our home without issue. Was confident and communicative and followed the directions left for her exactly.
- Christa J.
Ariana C.
5.0
5/5
She’s the best. Very patient, kind, and caring. We trust her with our fur kids and our home. It’s hard to find someone so good.
- Eric S.
Gabrielle H.
5.0
Gabrielle helped us in so many categories she helped care for our 2 children on Saturdays and Sundays which she is amazing with kids!! She is trying to open her own daycare which I hope she does because my kids would be in her facility !!
Then she cared for our animals while we were on vacation...
- Makayla W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Pocono Lake, PA:
How can I find a Pocono Lake babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Pocono Lake, 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 babysitters in Pocono Lake, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Pocono Lake, PA?
The average rate for Pocono Lake, PA babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 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 Pocono Lake, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Pocono Lake, 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.