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279 child care providers are listed in Harrisburg, PA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years

Child care providers in Harrisburg, PA

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Olivia C.


Harrisburg, PA

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Child Care

5.0

(2)

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The reason I like working with kids is because I like to watch kids grow into their own person. I also love doing fun activities like crafts, reading, and playing! I started working with kids before I was 16, however when I was 16-18 I worked with my sister babysitting up to 9 kids all ranging from new born to 12 years old. I...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Olivia was great with my 3 children ! Always on time or early to arrive , and always willing to stay late if I needed her too . Anytime I needed her to pick up extra hours she was always available. My children loved her and she adored my kids . She also helped with...

Haley H.

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Kelley F.


Harrisburg, PA

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Yet Very Responsible Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a fun loving previous teacher's aide for Kindergarten. Love helping children read as well as reading to them. Crafts, making gifts for mom and dad. Helping the child color, know their colors, work on sounds. Help with site words, help with fine and gross motor skills. Love the outdoors. Taking walks, going to the park,...
Kelley can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Kelley is a 40+ longtime family friend. She babysat my siblings & myself when we were little and now babysits my siblings children as well as mine on occasion. She is loving, caring, nurturing, compassionate, punctual, reliable and has lots of experience. She is...

Amanda S.

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Laura K.


Harrisburg, PA

$22/hr16 yrs exp

Experienced, Loving Caregiver Of Every Age And Abilities

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Thank you for taking the time to review my care profile. I have over 15 years of caregiving experience with ages 5 months through 16 years old, and I absolutely LOVE what I do! I have been an in-home Nanny/Babysitter for dozens of families with many of my assignments lasting for many years at a time. I have a firm but kind...
Laura can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Loly (Laura) has BY FAR exceeded my expectations for a quality, loving, responsible, and genuinely caring babysitter. Loly has been babysitting my two children on a consistent basis for over a year and a half so far. I have a son and daughter who are now two years...

Adrian Z.

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Kelsey H.


Harrisburg, PA

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Harrisburg Based Nanny

3.5

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of childcare experience including date night babysitting, full time nannying, day care, and summer camps. I am certified in first aid and CPR. I can also provide references and PA child abuse clearances.
Kelsey can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Kelsey was awesome and our little guy loved her. She came out 3 or 4 times. Unfortunately she then totally ghosted after that and stopped responding."

Trevor B.

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Jayla H.


Harrisburg, PA

$18-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 10 years of professional experience with watching little ones! I enjoy interacting with kids along as watching & helping them grow. I also have a little one of my own. I am new to the area and currently taking prerequisites in hopes to get into nursing school next fall. I currently work as a nursing assistant at...
Jayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jayla was wonderful! We hired her as a supplement to part time daycare for one week while I oriented for a new job. Our biggest concern was needing someone to be at our home VERY early in the morning because of my start time. Jayla was punctual and professional....

Davielle B.

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Amara N.


Harrisburg, PA

$16/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Growing up I've always babysat my brother, and I have been a camp counselor at youth camps. I enjoy working with kids I'm currently a supervisor at a nonprofit. Caring for others is one of my passions. I'm friendly, cooperative, and responsible. I have my CPR and first aid safety certification. I look forward to having the...
Amara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Amara was very professional with her care to my 1yr old son, she also took good care of our dog, she did our bedtime routine like we ask her to, and keep us updated with everything. She took care of our son in our house and was very punctual! We also came to a...

Marilu K.

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Karen B.


Harrisburg, PA

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a mother of 3 and a grandmother of 5. I would love the opportunity to provide child care services to your love one. I have over 10 years experience running a successful business and over 5 years running a successful daycare. Healthy meals will be provided along with a safe and clean environment. I'm available immediately and...
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"She’s very honestly and definitely team player , and dedicate and she’ll complete any task that you give her yes I definitely would hire her again "

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Olivia P.


Harrisburg, PA

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter, Pet Sitter

Hello! My name is Olivia. I am 25 years old, and currently trying to find my path in life. I absolutely love working with children, and have enjoyed every experience I have had while working with them. I have worked 4 years as a teacher and caregiver at Early Learning center in Harrisburg. I have experience in infants through...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Livi has been a wonderful caregiver to both my four children and our lively 5 year old pup. With her background working in a childcare facility she is fantastic with my kids. She strikes a good balance of fun and structure and my kids just adore her. I would highly...

Kelly C.

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Shelyne W.


Harrisburg, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Shelyne. I have over 10 years of experience with children. I am fun, attentive, creative and caring. I look forward to meeting your family soon! :)
Shelyne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

3.0
"She was great in all aspects, great with my son, punctual, etc. The reason I chose not dependable is because she abruptly left for another job and gave me 0 notice."

Amy P.

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Shamala F.


Harrisburg, PA

$15-50/hr15 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I was a stepmom that became a stay at home stepmom 2013. I had 4 step children from ages 5-13. I have been a stepmom since 2005. Around 2009 I worked at the YMCA for about 4 years. I am currently a seeking a family to help out with child care. I prefer part-time but I would be ok with full-time if the hours are flexible for...
Shamala can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"If you are looking for someone who is reliable, punctual, and can control your crazy kids, Shamala is your girl. She is also willing to go any extra mile for our family and shows both compassion and discipline while caring for our kids. I'm grateful to have had the...

Michelle H.

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Angelia Q.


Harrisburg, PA

$15-16/hr7 yrs exp

Above And Beyond Sitter!

Hello! My name is Angelia. I am 29 years old. I have 7-8 years of experience with children included newborns up to teen ages. I love to help with homework, cleaning, laundry, anything you need I'll be there to go above and beyond for you and your family. I am very organized, creative and come to work with a positive, bubbly...
Angelia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Angelia is the kind of person who will put the kids she cares for before herself and has always been very dependable especially on sick days. She's more then willing to go above and beyond for any family she works for! It's been sad to see her go due to her...

Jessica S.

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Emily M.


Harrisburg, PA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Emily , 22 years old, & I am located in Harrisburg, PA. I graduated from Kutztown University in May of 2021 I have had a wide range of experience caring for children through various jobs on Care. I am very comfortable with various age groups as well. I am one of five children and growing up, we've always...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Great with children and pets!!!!"

Pamela M.

I am a mother. I've raised 2 children with my husband. I am ready to help families i.e.. nannying, babysitting and running errands... I know how much it takes to raise a beautiful family, my kids are all grown so I'm really wanting to help mothers raise their little ones and contribute my experience.
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Miriam was our nanny for many months while our work schedules were busy. We formed an amazing relationship with her and she was always dependable, kind, and our daughter LOVED her. She was like a family member and we would be happy to talk with anyone looking to...

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Kameren A.


Harrisburg, PA

$18-22/hr5 yrs exp

Fun, Outgoing, Active Sitter

I have 5 years of experience with working with a variety of age groups. I specialize in early childhood education
Kameren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kameren worked with my son in Summers and after school. She was a Great caregiver. Kameren was always very engaged and interactive with my son. She helped make and plan out healthy lunches and snacks. "

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Kay A.


Harrisburg, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children in total for about 10 years. I have experience mainly working with children in the age range of 6 mo.-12 yrs. I worked in a nursery for about four years, and before that, I had classroom experience with children in the early school age range. I have also done volunteer work with school age children....
Kay can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Always on time. Always has a great attitude. Amazing with my kids. Knows how to discipline with our guidelines and making sure the kids know she means business without being cruel or mean and we love and appreciate that! Hands on and loved our kiddos! Our oldest...

Latoya S.

Child care centers in Harrisburg, PA

Little Geniuses Prep Academy

Little Geniuses Prep Academy

4386 Sturbridge Drive, Harrisburg, PA

4.1

(9)

Welcome to Little Geniuses Prep Academy! You are fortunate to have found one of the best day cares in the Harrisburg area. We have a beautiful facility located off Linglestown Road nestled in a quiet scenic setting on Sturbridge Drive. We are a small center and we're committed to making our daycare...
5.0
"My oldest attended here when he was four and has returned every summer for the past 5 years. He loves getting together with his old friends. Ms. Syretta encourages their long-term friendships throughout the year as well. Now I have two little ones (3 and 4) that...

Ragin E.


Tender Hearts Christian Preschool

Tender Hearts Christian Preschool

403 S. Progress Avenue, Harrisburg, PA

5.0

(3)

Tender Hearts is dedicated to the enhancement of our students: academic, social, and spiritual development in a nurturing and Christ-centered environment. We provide discovery activities to foster a love of learning, and a balanced program designed for growth in all areas of development.
5.0
"This is my daughter's second year at Tender Hearts. She loves it! As a teacher myself, I was delighted to find out that the main teacher has been serving there for more than 15 years! Staff is caring and professional, and truly enjoy the children. I would...

Regina


Kids College Early Learning Center

Kids College Early Learning Center

507 N. 2nd Street, Harrisburg, PA

Kids College is a childcare program that focuses on educating the whole child. Our program seeks provide children with developmentally appropriate tools from the very beginning that will help with school readiness! Kids College is owned and operated by a LICENSED PreK-4th grade educator. At Kids...

Aa to Zz Child Care and Learning Center

Aa to Zz Child Care and Learning Center

88 S. Hershey Rd., Harrisburg, PA

We believe we can make the world a better place one child at a time! We have been entrusted with a great responsibility in caring for them. At Aa to Zz Child Care and Learning Center, we strive to love and nurture the children while providing them with opportunities to enhance their cognitive,...

4836 - U-GRO Harrisburg East

4836 - U-GRO Harrisburg East

3880 TecPort Dr, HARRISBURG, PA

U-GRO helps you provide the best possible start in life for your child. We empower families and make childhood extraordinary for more than 1,900 children daily at the most modern and secure child care facilities. By providing STEAM-powered early education programs for infants to school-age students,...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Harrisburg, PA

Olivia C.

5.0

Olivia was great with my 3 children ! Always on time or early to arrive , and always willing to stay late if I needed her too . Anytime I needed her to pick up extra hours she was always available. My children loved her and she adored my kids . She also helped with potty training and as a mom you...

- Haley H.

Kelley F.

5.0

Kelley is a 40+ longtime family friend. She babysat my siblings & myself when we were little and now babysits my siblings children as well as mine on occasion. She is loving, caring, nurturing, compassionate, punctual, reliable and has lots of experience. She is one of the few people I trust with my...

- Amanda S.

Laura K.

5.0

Loly (Laura) has BY FAR exceeded my expectations for a quality, loving, responsible, and genuinely caring babysitter. Loly has been babysitting my two children on a consistent basis for over a year and a half so far. I have a son and daughter who are now two years old and four years old. Loly is...

- Adrian Z.

Kelsey H.

3.0

Amazing with the kids! Used her for a year and then totally ghosted us and stopped showing up.

- Scott S.

Jayla H.

5.0

Jayla was wonderful! We hired her as a supplement to part time daycare for one week while I oriented for a new job. Our biggest concern was needing someone to be at our home VERY early in the morning because of my start time. Jayla was punctual and professional. Our 20 month old took to her...

- Davielle B.

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Ratings for Harrisburg, PA child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Child Care Providers in Harrisburg, PA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 58 reviews of the 279 listed child care providers.