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245 in home child care are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 6 years
In home child care in Philadelphia, PA
5.0
(2)
Hey there! I am Tamoy and I've been nannying for 6+ years now. I've taken care of toddlers to pre-teens. I can walk children home from school & Whenever there is homework to complete I make sure it's done. I love participating in fun experiments with kids, especially in the kitchen. I've taught kids how to bake & make healthy...
Tamoy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Tamoy was hired to pick up my two children from school a few days a week and watch them until either my husband or I got home from work. In addition to typical babysitting duties -- getting the kids home, making sure they had a snack, taking them to the playground...
Erica Z.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a 33-year-old female experienced caregiver seeking employment as a independent contractor or with a company. I have 10+ years experience in providing care for both Children and Older Adults in the home setting. I am a CPR Certified CNA skilled in assisting with daily activities of living including:
-Bathing
-Feeding (By...
Sharonda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Sharonda was great with our 9 month old son and I would recommend her. "
Care member
Walailak D.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have 7. 5 years childcare experience. I'm comfortable taking care of infants, toddlers and preschool ages.
EDUCATION:
- I am currently a student at CCP majoring in Respiratory Care Therapy major in this upcoming fall semester
- I have a bachelor's degree from Thailand
EXPERIENCE:
- I have 7. 5 years of full-time nanny...
Walailak can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Walailak (aka Queen) has been our nanny for our twin boys for the last two years since they were tiny premature babies to the big, healthy 2 year old boys they are now. We are sadly moving out of the city to more space and are thus losing our beloved Queen. She is...
Lilli C.
Ricki B.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a senior nursing student graduating in May 2021. In the fall I will be attending another institution to begin my prerequisites to enter medical school. In the past I have had the opportunity to care for individual with developmental delay, children, and the elderly. I have experience working in the hospital with...
Ricki can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Ricki was a blessing to have around our kids this summer. We are sad to see her leave us for school. We would hire her again in the future if she ever considers coming back. She showed up to all her days of work without any issues. She was late a couple times but...
Timothy B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings!!! Im a 24-year-old Faunty (FUN Aunty) that respects each child that crosses my path. All of the home grown love cultivated within family experiences has made child-care fulfilling for me. I enjoy helping children learn and finding ways to get them involved. Care is my superpower, I do it effortlessly!
I'd describe my...
Yasmeen can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Yasmeen is a very caring person and will go above and beyond to help anyone."
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have been a preschool assistant teacher for about 6 years now. I have babysat for tons of family both from my preschool and outside of preschool, for date nights, and other occasions. During the pandemic I even babysit for a wonderful family of 3 children, sometimes I'd watch all three kids and sometime just the younger two...
Diamari can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Diamari was originally my twins' daycare teacher, and it was evident from the start that she possesses a natural gift for caring for children. She treated my little ones with an abundance of love and care, as if they were her own.
One particular occasion that...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Available for organizing projects! For childcare see my availability calendar!
Will be available for a full time position in April/May 2025.
Hi parents, my name is Gessica and I am an experienced nanny/home organizer. Located in Fishtown area.
- 12 years experience working with kids, 9 years as a full-time nanny
- have...
Gessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gessica babysat for us while we were in town for a wedding and will definitely hire her again! She managed a busy toddler in a small hotel room with ease. She was punctual and very easy to get in contact with both before and during our trip. Definitely recommend!"
Martha E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ashlyn, and I am an experienced and compassionate caregiver with a passion for working with children of all abilities. I have several years of experience providing care for children with special needs, including those with autism, ADHD, and other developmental disorders. I am dedicated to creating a safe,...
Ashlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashlyn was punctual, knowledgeable, and took the time to learn our family; which enabled her to provide superb care! We hope to continue to work with Ashlyn in the future!"
Jennifer S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started as a part-time preschool teacher back in 2008 while obtaining my B. A. in voice performance. I have 14 years of experience nannying full- time for ages 3 weeks-13 years old. I'm child CPR/AED/First Aid certified. Fully vaccinated and boosted. I am more than happy to provide references!
One of my favorite summers, I...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"It is hard to put into words how much I appreciate Ashley. She has cared for my one year old for four months and it has changed my life. Ashley cares for my daughter as though she was her own. She has helped me to put my daughter on a great schedule and to build...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified pre-k teacher in South Philadelphia, looking for odd jobs on nights and weekends for some extra money. I'm a pet lover and will care for your pets and home as well. I have my master's degree in early childhood and elementary education and have many years of experience with children of all abilities from infancy...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We are so grateful to have found Mary! Mary provides regular evening care for our daughter and is WONDERFUL with her. Mary is professional, punctual, and easy to work with. You can definitely tell that she has a background in education given the conversations...
Lauren C.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am Emma. I absolutely love kids. I am looking for a full-time nannying position. Valued for my dependability and sound judgment, I have become the weekend and "date night" babysitter of choice for several families and professors up at school, and for the last 3 summers I have been a full-time nanny to families in the...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Emma since she was born and watched her grow up. I have observed Emma caring for several different ages of children. She goes above and beyond, encouraging them to successfully do things they were intimidated by, praising them for what they do well,...
Joanna A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Melissa and I am a certified teacher who is dedicated to providing quality education for elementary aged students. I received my degree in Early Childhood Education from West Chester University. For the past two years, I have spent my time working in an elementary school as a long term substitute for both 4th and...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Melissa has been a dependable babysitter for our family, and is loved by our children, I would recommend her for reliability and her energetic personality."
Janice M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a nurse with 28 years experience, and licensed in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey. I am a mother of a grown college educated child, and I am also a grandmother of one. Professionally, I have been rendering care to children throughout my career. However, I also have specific training and experience in caring for children...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mary is and will always be like family to us. She has cared for and loved our children like they were her own. She understands their unique personalities and needs and has an endless amount of love and energy for them. With years of experience and expertise, Mary...
Irena G.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
44-year-old single mother of 4/Early Childhood Educator with over 20 years of experience helping parents to raise happy, well rounded children.
I retired from child care last year to pursue a new business venture working with plants & flowers. My business is called Horticulture, located in the Brewerytown section of North...
Bahjah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bahj really invests her time into caring for a child. She offers helpful tips and advice that you can continue to use once her services has ended. She is truly a blessing to any household she enters. "
Huda A.
4.5
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Chelsea, and I'm a caring, responsible caregiver with over 6 years of experience working with children. I love creating a safe and fun environment where kids can thrive, and I'm passionate about being a reliable helping hand for parents.
I'm available for evening and weekends only, and I prefer working in...
Chelsea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Chelsea watched our 18 month old son. He can be shy when meeting new people, but he quickly warmed up to her and was talkative and comfortable with her. She was on time and made sure to go over details with us over the phone ahead of time, which we appreciated."
Michelle M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, With a total of 7+ years in healthcare at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Positions ranging from being a Sitter, Pharmacy Tech and Sr. nurse aide. I'm very reliable, lots of patience, and creative person who has cared for children from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive the appropriate and loving...
Valinciea can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Valinciea watched our son from 6 months to 1 year. She was always very respectful in our home and took great care of our son. She stuck to our schedule and kept him busy throughout the day. We were extremely comfortable having our son in her care."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi there!
My name is Brie and I have been nannying and working with children for over 8 years now. I started caring for children when my mother opened a small daycare out of our home in New Jersey. I helped her change diapers, read stories, create fun games, play outside, manage sleep schedules, and use positive reinforcement...
Brie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Brianna was always fantastic with my kids. I have 3 very active children, and she always kept them busy and entertained. she was a great asset to me. Definitely miss her!"
Mary M.
Abby S.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.5
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I love playing games, crafting, and spending time with kids. My babysitting experience consists of time at home and out and about at places like the beach, pool/waterparks, and other fun places around town. I also have lots of experience teaching young kids gymnastics and dance!
Abby can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
3.0
"Abby was extremely dependable, as I hired her very last minute. This was a same day booking and she showed up. Extremely nice while interacting w her and did crafts and coloring w my daughter very well. My daughter is 3yo and she loved her. This booking was only 2...
Care member
Meaghan K.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Current Medical Student Working As Part-time Babysitter/Nanny
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I began babysitting when I was 12 years old, babysitting several neighborhood kids. I then had several intermittent babysitting jobs throughout middle school and college. My senior year of college I was the part-time nanny to 2 girls, whom I met every day off the bus, made dinner, helped with homework, and played with until...
Meaghan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Meg was fantastic! Professional, smart, punctual, reliable. She has an in-depth knowledge of childcare due to her medical degree and I felt extremely comfortable leaving my children in her very capable hands. She made such a great impression on our children (8mo,...
Kathy B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked for a Summer Camp since I was in high school, so I have had lots of experience with kids. I also grew up caring for my sister, who is now in her 20s.
Two jobs I took were specifically for caring for boys, because there is a shortage of males in the education (and related childcare work) field. In both cases, I was...
Ben can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ben watched our son for a few weeks through the summer. He was great about taking him to the pool and park. He even brought snacks that he knew our son liked. It was overall a great experience"
Jamie Y.
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Most recent reviews for in home child care in Philadelphia, PA
Tamoy S.
5.0
Tamoy has a gift with children. She was attentive, caring and engaged our children in a variety of activities. Our kids love her!
- Rachel F.
Sharonda S.
5.0
We love Sharonda!! Amazing babysitter who made me feel comfortable leaving my special needs daughter @home. Always on time too, will continue to use!
- Care member
Walailak D.
5.0
We are so incredibly grateful to have had Queen as a part of our family for the past few months. She worked wonders with our baby and is a generally delightful person. The only reason why she will no longer be working with us is because she found full time nannying work; we're so sad to see her go....
- Heather M.
Ricki B.
5.0
Ricki was a blessing to have around our kids this summer. We are sad to see her leave us for school. We would hire her again in the future if she ever considers coming back. She showed up to all her days of work without any issues. She was late a couple times but 530am is a tough schedule for a...
- Timothy B.
Yasmeen S.
5.0
Yasmeen was wonderful with my 8 month old daughter! She was affectionate, attentive, and interactive with her. Yasmeen was also dependable, punctual, and even helped tidy the house while my baby napped! We will definitely be using Yasmeen again.
- Jenna S.
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FAQs for finding in-home child care in Philadelphia, PA
How do I find in-home child care near me in Philadelphia, PA?
Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Philadelphia, PA. There are 245 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.
How much does in-home child care near me cost in Philadelphia, PA?
What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of February, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $19.85 for in-home child care providers near you in Philadelphia, PA.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in Philadelphia, PA?
You can compare 245 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.
Ratings for Philadelphia, PA in home child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
In Home Child Care in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 141 reviews of the 245 listed in home child care.