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60 babysitters are listed in Scranton, PA

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years

Babysitters in Scranton, PA

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Meagan R.


Scranton, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Former TSS

3.3

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a former TSS and day care employee with 9 years of experience working with children from infancy to school age. I have all of my PA child abuse clearances and am also CPR certified.
Meagan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Meagan is great with my two girls, ages 8 & 10. She is always on time, is willing to accommodate various hours, and is very communicative. The girls love her, and they're always glad when they hear that Meagan will be their babysitter for the evening. She even does...

Bonnie F.

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Angela S.


Scranton, PA

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Flexible Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 25 years of experience as a teacher, caregiver, and mom. I have worked with children from infancy through 8th grade. I am currently an Early Childhood Program Coordinator for the Children's Library. One of my truest joys is to be able to enjoy the company of little ones - for their honesty, humor, and genuineness,...
Angela can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Angela was fantastic with our 2 children!! They loved every time she came over and would ask for her often!! She was very dependable and pleasant to work with!"

Amanda M.

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Emily M.


Scranton, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Childcare

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a full time preschool teacher to a class of wonderful 3-5-year-olds! I love art and creating new things to share with others. I love working with children of all ages and have experience with ages infant-10+. I am also a virtual college student getting my degree in Early Childhood Education. I am always looking to...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Emily is a funny, smart and kind-hearted person. She really loves children and they always seem to be drawn to her great personality. "

Fay M.

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Ashlyn S.


Scranton, PA

$18/hr4 yrs exp

child care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Ashlyn, and I'm a patient and enthusiastic sitter/nanny! I have 6 years of experience caring for children between the ages of 4 months and 12 years old. I also have taken two child development classes (in which we taught one full school year of pre-school), Early Childhood and Developmental Psychology in college, I'm...
Ashlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Ashlyn is that wonderful combination of professional and genuinely friendly. My kids have already asked if she will be coming to play again. "

Care member

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Layla C.


Scranton, PA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Layla and I am 23 years old. I graduated from Marywood University with a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Elementary Education/ Special Education. I spent my 2019 and 2020 academic year and summer of junior year working at a daycare on campus with children age range from infant to age six. I have experience...
Layla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Layla was kind and caring. It was the first time leaving our baby with a stranger, but it worked out really well. Our baby had a great day with Layla."

Gina R.

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Bethany Y.


Scranton, PA

$10-15/hr17 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available Friday, Saturday And Sunday Days And Nights - Weekday Evenings

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Bethany and I am looking for a part-time or full-time babysitting job. I have a BS in Psychology with a concentration in child development, I am certified in CPR/First Aid, and I have all of my clearances. I have 15+ years of experience babysitting ages 1-10 and 8+ years of experience working with children ages...
Bethany can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Erin W.


Scranton, PA

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Responsible & Reliable Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Erin. I am 25 years old & graduated in Spring of 2022 from the University of Scranton, where I earned my Liberal Studies Degree. Last May, I received a Masters in Education from Wilkes University. I have always enjoyed babysitting, which I have been doing for about 12 years now. I am a very bubbly & fun...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Susan R.


Scranton, PA

$13-17/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny / Babysitting

My background consists of being a one on one for physically and mentally impaired 3-5-year-olds, as an after school activity aide with all ages, I have been CPR trained, lifeguard trained, an artist and singer. I love children, have no problem playing on the floor, changing diapers, and am familiar with gluten sensitivity, and...
Susan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Francesca S.


Scranton, PA

$22/hr7 yrs exp

I Have Been Babysitting For The Past 7 Years For Neighbors And Family Friends

Hi! I am Francesca and I am a sophomore at the University of Scranton. I am trying to fill my free time by babysitting which I love to do! I have my own car and am willing to take on any task
Francesca can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Amanda G.


Scranton, PA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Looking For Part-time Babysitting Position

Hello! My name is Amanda & I am 28 years old. I am currently working at a private practice as a mental health therapist. I received my bachelors in social work in 2018, masters in social work in 2020, & my clinical license in 2021. I work Mon-Thurs with a flexible schedule if needed. Fri-Sun ideal open availability. I am able to...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
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Kelly C.


Scranton, PA

$20-28/hr9 yrs exp

Consistent Child Care Position!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello all! I'm Kelly and I'm looking for babysitting opportunities in the Scranton area. I currently work as a mental health counselor and I have 9 years of childcare experience working with children of all ages. I have my PA state clearances, and CPR certification. I am located in the Scranton area and my rate is $20/hour. Send...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

I have worked at a day care for 4 years dealing with children from ages 3-12. I also have worked with a group of children with special needs for several years. I love children and am looking for a part-time babysitting job on days I'm not working as a nurse !
Carlie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Tracy D.


Scranton, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a registered nurse since 1993. I have many nieces and nephews of all ages that I often babysit for. I have three children of my own including 11-year-old twins and a 9-year-old. I enjoy playing games with my children both inside and out. My children and I also enjoy baking together and making arts and crafts. I have...
Tracy can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lori R.


Scranton, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care

I've done babysitting since I was a teenager. I've raised 3 children and also help with my 13-year-old grandson. I'm 57 with a lot of energy to keep up with small children! I can also help with light housekeeping. I'm also available for weekend date nights
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Jennifer B.


Scranton, PA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher, Mom And Coffee Enthusiast!

Hello! My name is Jen and aside from having over 20 years of child care experience I am also a Mom myself, so I understand the importance of finding the right care giver. My years of experience include, daycares, private nannying , date night babysitting and school district classrooms. I love to have fun while teaching children...
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Maria G.


Scranton, PA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Maria and I am currently a student studying school psychology. I am home for the summer and looking for a babysitting job. I have been working at a daycare near me for the past three summers but am available on the weekends and after work! I begin working at the daycare on July 6th which is when my availability...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
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Rachel B.


Scranton, PA

$16-18/hr8 yrs exp

Rachel B From Forty Fort, PA

Hi, I'm Rachel! I am a Human Services student at Lackawanna College and an aspiring musician. I have been babysitting for years, not only for my own three little siblings, but also for friends, colleagues, and pretty much anyone who needs it. I am comfortable with every age group, from newborns to teenagers (I am also a youth...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Hello! My name is Jessie and I just graduated the University of Scranton this year! I'm an energetic and bubbly person that loves interacting with kids of all ages. I majored in occupational therapy and I am currently working on my Master's degree. I work with children of all abilities and I have significant experience with...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hello! My name is Amelia and I have a genuine passion for working with children. I am also a sophomore year student at Penn State University studying biology and oncology. I started babysitting when I was just 13, and over the years, I have gained extensive experience in looking after children of various ages. My mother's...
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Bridget T.


Scranton, PA

$13-30/hr4 yrs exp

Big Sister Located In Scranton, PA

I'm a recent college graduate looking for occasional or regular childcare jobs in the gap year before law school! As one of the oldest in a very large family, I've been babysitting ever since(for both family and non-family). I am a former lifeguard, so I'm comfortable around a pool, though my certification has expired. I am...
Bridget can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Scranton, PA

Meagan R.

5.0

Meagan is lovely and we are excited to have her as our after school babysitter!!

- Leticia C.

Angela S.

5.0

Angela was fantastic with our 2 children!! They loved every time she came over and would ask for her often!! She was very dependable and pleasant to work with!

- Amanda M.

Emily M.

5.0

Emily was awesome! My two kids can't wait to have her back! Thank you again!!!

- Alanna H.

Ashlyn S.

5.0

Ashlyn is that wonderful combination of professional and genuinely friendly. My kids have already asked if she will be coming to play again.

- Care member

Layla C.

5.0

Layla was kind and caring. It was the first time leaving our baby with a stranger, but it worked out really well. Our baby had a great day with Layla.

- Gina R.

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Average Rating4.3 / 5

Babysitters in Scranton, PA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.