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60 babysitters are listed in Swarthmore, PA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years

Babysitters in Swarthmore, PA

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Naya P.


Philadelphia, PA

$23-35/hr3 yrs exp

Lively And Creative Sitter

5.0

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25-year-old nanny with 3+ years experience providing care for children from age 0-14 years. I came to the US from Brazil in a childcare program and now I'm searching for a new family to be their nanny! I am a very active person and have plenty of energy. I enjoy sports, outdoor activities like hiking and love working with kids.
Naya can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Naya is one of the most genuine, trustworthy, reliable and loving people I know. I am beyond thankful she came into our lives. She is more than a sitter to us and our son absolutely adores her. He is so excited to play with her and constantly asks when she is...

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Mary Frances C.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am An Enthusiastic Caregiver And Certified Teacher Who Will Babysit And Tutor.

I am a certified teacher (English grades 7-12) and a graduate of Chestnut Hill College. I am also a published author - I have one novel and two short stories published. Additionally, I am certified in Reiki. I have been working with children most of my life through summer camps, after school programs, and babysitting. I worked...
Mary Frances can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mary Frances is very hard working and dedicated person. She is very excited and a dedicated worker. She is a hard worker and should be considered for your company."

Robert O.

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Emonie O.


Upper Darby, PA

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver, my passion lies in nurturing the growth and development of young minds. With over four years of childcare experience, I've had the privilege of supporting families and providing reliable care for their children. My patient, creative, and approachable nature allows me to connect with children effortlessly. I...
Emonie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amazing and will be Coming back for sure!"

Lauren H.

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Saberah S.


Philadelphia, PA

$23-26/hr4 yrs exp

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:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Elliana, I'm from West Deptford NJ and I have over 7 years of professional experience in childcare. I have many children in my family that I am around all the time, I'm used to all different ages of children. With me you can always feel confident your child/children are supported, motivated and loved. I do...
Elliana can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Elliana was amazing! She watches my son with days notice and is always on time. I would highly recommend her to anyone. She loves children and you will feel safe knowing your child is in good hands."

Laura S.

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Anne G.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Child Care

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
"You can't get a better nanny than Anne. Personable and professional, she showed genuine affection for my child. We worked with her for a year and my son really loved her (and would look forward to answering the door for her-- "Anne's here!" he would say). Anne is...

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Tamara S.


Lansdowne, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I'm Open To Short Term/long Term Part Time Positions. Open To Temporary Positions. I Have My Own

My first job was as a babysitter which I acquired after completing a first aid babysitters course. Since then I have accrued years of childcare experience working as a teacher, camp instructor, one on one aid, babysitter, and most recently a mom! I am loving, patient, kind, fun, reliable, and professional. The role of a nanny is...
Tamara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Tamara is warm, caring, and her love for children and the arts has shown through her work when she watches my son. He is happy to do art and play with she and her son which allows my son to get the extra socialization that I've been looking for. "

Mindy P.

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Erin H.


Drexel Hill, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

I am a certified teacher with 10 years of teaching experience, and over 20 years of childcare experience. I am now home with my three children (boy age 5, girl age 3, and girl age 1) and I would love a child to watch in my home. I have a beautiful, baby safe, pet free home. I drive a new Honda Odyssey with plenty of space for...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"If I could give Erin 10 stars, I would! She is beyond Fabulous. She is genuine, trustworthy, personable, professional & smart. Two of Erin's characteristics I most appreciate are her patience and compassion. In the few years that I've known Erin, she has become a...

Vanessa H.

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Fatoumata B.


Philadelphia, PA

$30/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello ! My name is F. I am 23 years old. Although I have 2 years of professional experience with being a nanny, I've been taking care of family members children for 7 years now. My passion for children started when my sister had my nephew and ever since then I've always wanted to be around kids and take care of them. My big...
Fatoumata can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Fatoumata was such a godsend for us. I had surgery with little notice and needed childcare, and she went above and beyond caring for my children. I have a 4 year old and a 1 year old, and at the end of Fatoumata's first day with us, my 1 year old chased her to the...

Gabriella M.

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Ala H.


Claymont, DE

$17-18/hr6 yrs exp

Hello Families, My name is ALa and I would love to care for your family! I have a degree in Liberal Arts with a minor in Psychology and American Sign Language. I am CPR certified and have no problem with doing a background check if needed or answering any questions you may have! I have been caring for children since I was 16 and...
Ala can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"A'la is wonderful with children her patience and capability to teach them and help them to grow is amazing."

Crystal T.

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Ariana A.


Chester, PA

$20-25/hr15 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I'm 30 years old and I drive one of the safest family vehicles: a 2020 Subaru Outback! I've been caring for children since I took my first babysitting course at the YMCA at age 13. Since then, I've helped parents raise children of every age ranging from 3 weeks old to 16 years. Additionally, I studied Biobehavioral Health at...
Ariana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Ariana did a great job caring for our toddler! She got him to open up and feel comfortable before we even left the house. He had a great time! We would definitely hire her again. "

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Melissa H.


Media, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Afternoon Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My babysitting experience includes 14 years of caring for children between the ages of 1 month and 12 years of age. Some of my responsibilities have included changing diapers, bathing, preparing meals, doing laundry, light house keeping, and planning daily activities for the children during summer days. I am VERY organized and...
Melissa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Melissa watched our 2 year old a few times over the past few months. She always comes on time (or early - much appreciated!) and our son loves spending time with her. She is easy to get in touch with and flexible with scheduling. Thanks Melissa!"

Sanmati C.

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Elisha C.


Media, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

For as long as I can remember, I have always had a love for children. I have spent a countless number of years babysitting for family friends as well as the neighborhood kids. I recently had a child of my own in Sept 2015, who I ideally would like to bring with me. I have an extensive amount of experience working with all ages....
Elisha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"My 2 year old and I were very impressed with Elisha. Meeting her on this site was great. She will hopefully work with us in the future."

Lisa F.

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Ash P.


Philadelphia, PA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Ash has been our daughter's full-time nanny (9am - 5pm, Mon - Fri) for over a year, beginning when our daughter was 6 months old. Above all, we are very happy with the way that Ash treats our daughter with love and respect, and the way they foster her independence....

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Sofia D.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Full-time Teacher Looking For Childcare Work :)

Hello! I'm a middle school teacher who works near Rittenhouse and lives in West Philly. I have experience teaching both elementary school-aged children and toddlers. I have been babysitting and nannying throughout both high school and college (Smith 2020) and have experience with all different aged kids. My favorite things to do...
Sofia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sofia joined us as an emergency babysitter on short notice. She helped to care for our three girls - 4 and under - for 10 long days in a row. She was helpful and professional throughout - fun for the kids, easy to work with for the adults. Highly recommended."

Nancy N.

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Savanna M.


Clifton Heights, PA

$17-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Fun Sitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Savanna can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was easy to coordinate with and took very good care of my 3 y/o daughter while my husband and I had an extended day and night out! "

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Linda F.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter - Available Part Time

Hi !!! My name is Linda. I have been working with children for five years. Throughout my experience, I have been blessed enough to work hands on with children who have special needs for the past two years. I am currently a special needs adviser at the School District of Philadelphia. The children that I have worked with ranges...
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
" Linda is extremely calm and patient and has great ideas when it comes to children's behaviors. I have also utilized Linda as a pet sitter in my home while I was away. She enjoys spending time with children and always had my child excited about her coming over to...

Shari A.

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Sunita J.


Media, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been watching and caring for children for the past 10 years and have experience with kids ages newborn to teenagers. I have been working as a certified pediatric PA for the last 5 years and have great experience in caring for and identifying varies common illnesses in kids. I have experience and knowledge in nap...
Sunita can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Sunita cared for our two boys (11 and 5) over the summer. She is an amazing and smart young lady. Pleasant, punctual, flexible and reliable! She was very creative and kept the boys busy and engaged and they absolutely loved spending time with her! We think...

Johanne M.

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Michele T.


Upper Darby, PA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

25+ YEAR EXPERIENCED CHILD CARE GIVER

4.3

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Michele! I currently live in Drexel Hill/Upper Darby area. I have two children, J (21 years old), and D (26 years old). I have been doing childcare for over 30 years. I have experience working with newborns, twins, toddlers, and young kids! I have MULTIPLE references, so feel free to ask! I am a hard worker and am very...
Michele can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Michele cared for our 7 month old for 6 months and was phenomenal! Our daughter adored her. She helped prepare meals, cleaned up after the baby, spent lots of time outdoors, was punctual, enthusiastic, and a loving nanny."

Hadley S.

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Gwendolyn B.


Philadelphia, PA

$27-28/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny For Over 14 Years Looking For A Wonderful Family To Work For Full Time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my Name is Gwendolyn. I truly love working with children and have a passion for what I do. I have over 22 years of child care experience and 16 of those years as a nanny for several wonderful families. I have my Associates Degree in ECE (Early Childhood Education) and Certified Newborn Specialist. I have several...
Gwendolyn can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Nicole is AMAZING! She has really impressive skills and attractive charisma for infants and toddlers alike! Both my five-month-old and five-year-old naturally coze up to her! She is punctual, loving, organized and extremely professional! My baby loves her and will...

Chester C.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Swarthmore, PA

Naya P.

5.0

Naya is one of the most genuine, trustworthy, reliable and loving people I know. I am beyond thankful she came into our lives. She is more than a sitter to us and our son absolutely adores her. He is so excited to play with her and constantly asks when she is coming again. I could not ask for more...

- Care member

Mary Frances C.

5.0

Mary Frances is very hard working and dedicated person. She is very excited and a dedicated worker. She is a hard worker and should be considered for your company.

- Robert O.

Emonie O.

5.0

Amazing and will be Coming back for sure!

- Lauren H.

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.

Elliana A.

5.0

She's one of the most attentive people I've ever met. Great with routine, so clean and organized. We love her!

- Jeanne F.

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