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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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am warm-hearted, energetic and enjoy spending my time reading, crafting and playing games. I am also happy to prepare meals, clean, babysit, pet watch and assist with day to day tasks. I look forward to working with you and your families !
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very open and upfront, friendly. We enjoyed our short time with Julia"
Taylor D.
Daniela B.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 4 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care and love. I'm willing to do additional tasks if requested. I love to cook and clean. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and...
Daniela can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Daniela is a wonderful worker! Always considerate and takes initiative. Very reliable and friendly which helps with comforting children."
Tobie J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey, my name is Koda and I'm an educator, an artist, and a childcare worker with 6. 5 years of paid experience working with ages 1< to 12. I'm looking to help a family in need while I'm on the east coast for the summer.
I'm very flexible in the hours that I am available, and I am also able to assist in many different types of...
Khyia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My 6 year old loves talking to Koda, and couldn't stop talking about how much fun he had. Koda is patient and answers all my son's endless questions while simultaneously watching 2 toddlers (plus my son). I would HIGHLY recommend Koda - you won't regret it!"
Samanata L.
5.0
(1)
My name is Sarah, I love being around children and building relationships with them while watching them grow and learn. I'm a compassionate and loving person here to help you in any way! I take pride in keeping your home in order as well as taking care of your children. I also love animals any size, so if you have any I would...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great Girl! Absolutely perfect to work with! Kids and dog love her!"
Michael M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Good afternoon, I'm Erin!
I'm a hard and reliable worker with a flexible schedule. I am a certified elementary school teacher, along with a cheerleading coach. I have worked with children of all ages ranging from infants to 16 years of age. I have taught grades 2nd through 6th.
Watching children learn is a passion of mine. I...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"We needed a last minute babysitter for our 14 month old and Erin was able to come through for us. She's absolutely wonderful with our son and he's so happy to see her when she gets there. Erin has never been late, she's flexible with what time I get home, and she...
Andrea M.
Ana P.
Philadelphia, PA
$16-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Ana! I am an energetic, active and fun loving sitter. I am a professional modern dancer and college student who is seeking a degree in teaching. I love to plan activities like educational field trips, outdoor adventures, and crafts. My goal is to continue to uphold foundations and expectations created by parents,...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Ana was absolutely wonderful to our sons and a part of our family for the past year as our nanny. She will be moving on to the next chapter of her life and we are excited for her. If she ever applies to a job for watching your kids, she will be perfect. She is...
Elizabeth B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Rosemary, and I am a seasoned childcare provider with experience in the nursery and kindergarten classroom as well as a decade of private babysitting for infants through tweens. My childcare practice is informed not only by years of experience but by studying child psychology through my social work masters, which I...
Rosemary can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rosemary has cared for our infant and toddler many times. The kids are always happy to see her and spend time with her, and we are glad to have found someone we really trust to care for our little ones. She is reliable and a good communicator. We highly recommend...
Caitlin E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Gabriella, I'm a former Au pair looking for a new full-time job. On my Au pair years I took care of a 1yo boy and after I started caring for three children (6yo, 4yo, and 7months old since she was a newborn). I'm CPR certified and very comfortable working in a family with pets. When I'm with the children I like...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's very responsible and friendly! My daughter loves spending time with her! Very energetic person."
Silvia S.
Aissata B.
Glenolden, PA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Bonjour,! I have nearly five years of experience caring for children and truly enjoy getting to know the families I work with. I love being with kids, and am excited patient helpful and so thankful to be able to work with them often!
I live in Glenolden and also speak French. If families/children are interested I love...
Aissata can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very nice, very warm person, very fun with kids."
Jennifer T.
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: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & 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.
Brittany R.
Glen Mills, PA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
In Grad school to be a K-12 school counselor!!
I have a AA in psychology, and a BS in psychology!
I'd describe my personality as shy, friendly, and funny. (:
I like working with kids because I come from a big family -6 kids- & that's what makes me good with them (2nd oldest child here). (:
I'm looking for a job that...
Brittany can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Brittany watched our son for 2 weeks while we waited for daycare enrollment to begin. She did a great job with him, they really seemed to bond! She was always in communication with us about how things were going throughout the day, which I really appreciated with...
Raven E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a Deaf mom and babysitter who is looking for a new position!
I have a 2 years old son and I'm looking for a family who is willing to let me bring my son along with me. He gets along great with other kids!
Yes, I make sure children's well-being is priorities firstly to have fed, focus on their needs, and do activities...
Carla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"If your in need of a sitter I highly recommend hiring Carla despite her being hearing impaired she doesn't let it get in the way of her duties as a mother or babysitter she's on time, dependable, patient ,caring, and my four children really like her"
Marquese H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 23 years of experience working with children between being a mother and watching children through the years plus 7 years at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia as a Respiratory Therapist. I resigned from CHOP in 2021 to pursue my passion of holistic health as a Reiki practitioner/teacher/natural wellness guide (low tox...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Melissa is great with my 4m/o son. She is punctual, flexible, and dependable. She agreed to meet with me before starting with us to get familiar with how we do things. She reads to him, plays with him, and sings to him. We are very grateful for her!"
Kellie D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm available weekends and weekdays at night.
My work experience has allowed me to work in the care of children of different ages. I am a teacher and due to my knowledge in pedagogy and neuroeducation I help to enhance psychomotor and learning skills, especially in early childhood, which will allow the better development of...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Ana was an absolutely fabulous nanny. She worked with us for over a year and we wished we could have brought her with us when we moved. She was always on time and would often stay late based on our schedules. She treated our son like her own. She is incredibly...
Michelle K.
Kurlene G.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will admit that I don't have a lot of paid experience. I do have a 9yr old autistic daughter and a few nieces/nephews that I've cared for. I have all my clearances, my own fully insured vehicle and my CNA certification. I'll be starting my classes for the Nursing program in January.
5.0
"My Husband & I were visiting the Philadelphia area from out of town for a few days and were in need of a sitter so that we could attend a special event for his birthday. After 1 failed care.com booking with another person, we hired Kurlene on short notice.She was...
Maquita S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
hi! i'm a graduate student looking for part-time babysitting jobs while I work to complete my degree!
One thing you should know about me is i've worked with kids in schools(general education and special education), camps, churches, hospitals, and as a babysitter ever since I was in high school!
In my spare time, I like to...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hannah has been working with us this summer and my girls adore her. She is great at communicating and very punctual. She takes initiative and is just a huge help all around. I always feel like my girls are safe and well taken care of when Hannah is here."
Kimberlee B.
Andrea D.
Haverford, PA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
High Energy Retired Businesswomen And Mother Of Three Seeking Child Or Elder Care Position.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Retired professional woman worked in nursing facilities for 25+ years. Raised 3 sons as a single Mom, twins who have a chronic respiratory issue, in and out of hospitals thru middle school.
Care giving for seniors, 99-year-old , dementia, fall risk, incontinent , 71 yr old, broken back, 60 yr old ALS, (total care, immobile)...
Andrea can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Andrea has been fantastic with our daughter (age two). She is fully engaged with her and our daughter is so happy -- we hear them laughing together all the time! She keeps her happy and busy off of screens: takes her outside for walks, reads books, draws pictures,...
Joanna M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am Joyce. I'm a 60-year-old wife, mother of three (now grown ups) and grandmother of one. I retired in 2010 from a major telecommunication company after 32 years of service. I am married and have been keeping my own house since I was 25. I have gained commercial experience, over the past year and a half. I give close attention...
5.0
"Joyce is an amazing caring and reliable person. I would recommend her to anyone. "
Tiffany C.
Denise P.
Broomall, PA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Newborn Nanny / Postpartum Doula, Specializing In Multiples, And Overnight Care
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced newborn nanny and postpartum Doula specializing in multiples.
I provide care for mothers and newborns, in their home; days, evenings and overnights. My life's work has been a dedication to women, children, and families for more than 40 years.
I work exclusively with newborns and infants up to 14 months. I...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Denise came to help us when we had to put our cat down. It was such a sad day for us and she came through to help by watching after our 4 week old son. She was kind, caring, and very understanding about our situation. She came with great references. I would...
Candace W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The positions I'm interested in is housekeeping, I would consider myself a hard worker who does my job to the best of my ability. I am a great communicator, with over 20 years experience in housekeeping experience. I want to remain receptive to suggestions and open for improvement in whatever opportunity may be given to me.
Deon can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Deon is loving and caring, she is dedicated and does everything to the best of her ability."
Sharon P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Swarthmore, PA
Julia F.
5.0
Very open and upfront, friendly. We enjoyed our short time with Julia
- Taylor D.
Daniela B.
5.0
I can not recommend Daniela enough! She is amazing! I hired her to help me care for 6 kids ages 3-12. She was always on time and even came on short notice. She is super organized and clean while the kids were at school she would do additional jobs such as grocery shopping, organizing pantry,...
- Olivia C.
Khyia B.
5.0
Koda is awesome. Koda is super engaged and really connects and plays with my son C. We will definitely continue to use Koda as our sitter!
- Halley M.
Sarah C.
5.0
Great Girl! Absolutely perfect to work with! Kids and dog love her!
- Michael M.
Erin W.
5.0
We needed a last minute babysitter for our 14 month old and Erin was able to come through for us. She's absolutely wonderful with our son and he's so happy to see her when she gets there. Erin has never been late, she's flexible with what time I get home, and she cleans up his toys at the end of the...
- Andrea M.
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How can I find a Swarthmore babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Swarthmore, 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 6 babysitters in Swarthmore, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.5. 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 Swarthmore, PA?
The average rate for Swarthmore, PA babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of April 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 Swarthmore, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Swarthmore, 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.