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127 babysitters are listed in Mechanicsburg, PA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Mechanicsburg, PA
Within the past two years I have babysat kids ranging from the ages of 7-12 years old. I am able to help them with their homework, play with them, get them ready for bed and school the following day, and make sure all of their needs are met in the time that I have spent with them.
Christianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Lily R.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$22-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Fun And Responsible Babysitter Looking For A Summer Job
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lily. I am an older sister who has helped raise my 9-year-old brother, and a 13-year-old sister. Part-time dog mom to an 9-year-old yorkie, named Sampson. Therefore, I am very familiar with child care, pet care, and household responsibilities. I am also Red Cross CPR/AED/First-aid Certified and have done...
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We loved having Lily as our sitter! This was our 1st time using a sitter for our 3 year old and she made us feel at ease. She even got our incredibly hard to nap son to nap! He loved having her watch him. Great communication, we look forward to hiring her again!"
Maia D.
Hi! My name is Arden C. and I am about to be a senior at Messiah University studying Family and Consumer Sciences Education. I am looking to babysit for a family this summer, hopefully 4-5 days per week. I have 5 years of experience of babysitting and working at a daycare. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal...
Arden can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hello, my name is Lynn and I am looking for part-time or full-time work. Let me begin by saying that I have nannied on and off for the past 15 years. I have nannied for children as young as 12 months to 14 years of age. My schedule is very flexible. My services include but are not limited to picking up kids from school,...
Linda can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Alexis.
I have over 10 years of experience in childcare ages 0-14 years! Pets/Housekeeping/Children and Seniors! I can help with Light Housekeeping, errands, bathing, playing/crafts, comfort and care! Homework and tutoring are my big focus as well! In my photos are just a few of the children that I have had...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for officially 3 years now, but I also have twin 9-year-old sisters, so a great deal of experience with all ages. I currently am a freshman at LVC studying Early Childhood Education and am on the tennis team. I have babysat all age ranges from this I have been able to assist with homework, swimming...
Gigi can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
I've been babysitting since I was in high school, I absolutely love kids and pets! CPR certified and even attended EMS school so I have a background in medical. I am currently pregnant so I'm just browsing to see if I find openings where it'll work with my schedule as a soon to be/ new mom!
Erika can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am 39 years old and very interested in your job posting. I have been babysitting for 10+ years and I have experience working in a childcare as lead teacher, assistant teacher, childcare provider. I am looking for a part time position. I speak English and Spanish; Spanish, as native language which I can teach your kid. I am a...
Luz can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 2 girls ages 30 and 38 and a grandmother of a 10 and 2-year-old. I did foster parenting for a few years and I am good with children. I am willing to do babysitting in my home or yours.
Marina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Madelyn F.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I love working with kiddos and my passion started back when I coached cheerleading! During this time I was supervising kids ages 4-6, and after doing this opportunity for a couple of months I decided to find a new opportunity for more experience. I then worked a children's fitness center for ages 4 months to 10 years old. This...
Madelyn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Sara M.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$16-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an energetic, reliable babysitter with 6 years of experience. In addition, I have 4 years experience as a summer camp counselor. I love arts and crafts and being outdoors. With me your kids will be safe and have many fun activities to occupy their time. As a recent Penn State graduate, I look forward to the opportunity to...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I am a fun and reliable college student with a long history of childcare. I've spent 8 years babysitting for several families with kids ranging from infants to tweens, 2 summers carpooling, and 4 summers as a lifeguard and swim instructor! I love cooking, playing outside, crafts and finding creative fun ways to learn and...
Maggie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Haley C.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!! My name is Haley, and I have always had such an interest in being able to provide Childcare since I was little. I have helped by providing care for family and friends since a young age (Church Friends, Family Friends, Etc). I also worked at a Daycare with Infants for over a year before relocating so I do have plenty...
Haley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Christianna W.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi i'm Christianna. I love kids and have been surrounded by them my whole life. I like interacting with them and learning their interests and likes. One of the most rewarding things is to watch the kids I babysit grown up in to amazing young boys and girls!
Christianna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I started working with kids when I was a teenager, I would babysit for family and friends. Then as I started college, I followed my passion for teaching! I nannied for 5 years in college and then taught for the past 4 years. I currently work as a 4th grade teacher, but I am looking to pursue nannying full time now!
In my spare...
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I love kids and have been babysitting for over 6 years. My main job was caring for two children (5 and 7 when I began to watch them) during the summer. I made sure they made it to all their practices and helped with their 4-H projects. We also spent many afternoons at the pool and the park. I am certified in CPR and was a...
Shay can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Samantha, I am 21 years old and have been babysitting/nannying for two years now altogether. I'm attending Towson University right now. I have caregiver experience with special needs and cerebral palsy. I am going into the occupational therapy field and hope to pick up more experience along the way!
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I am a K-2 Learning Support teacher in the Harrisburg area. I offer tutoring, babysitting, and can also pet-sit as needed. Clearances and references can be presented upon request. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions!
TUTORING: $20 per 30-minute session...
Amy L.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Amy and I am currently a grad student at Messiah studying occupational therapy. I have been babysitting since I was in high school and have had a lot of experience with child care. I was a Sunday school teacher, camp counselor, and youth mentor. At home I work at a place called Celebree which is a school for...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Jackie E.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Just A Mom Looking To Help With Your Furry Pets And Two Legged Kiddos As Well!
I have previously volunteered at Speranza animal rescue and as a mentor . I am extremely comfortable with dogs, cats and of course kids. I am willing to help with chores, cooking, babysitting, light errands, dog walking and the list goes on.
Jackie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Mechanicsburg, PA:
How can I find a Mechanicsburg babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Mechanicsburg, 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 127 babysitters in Mechanicsburg, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Mechanicsburg, PA?
The average rate for Mechanicsburg, PA babysitters on Care.com is $16.19 per hour as of May 2024. 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 Mechanicsburg, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Mechanicsburg, PA through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.
Ratings for Mechanicsburg, PA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Mechanicsburg, PA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 49 reviews of the 127 listed babysitters.