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2,977 babysitters are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average rate is $18/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Philadelphia, PA
5.0
(25)
Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I moved to South Philly about 4 months ago with my partner while he attends Drexel law school. A little about me, I was previously employed at a cheer gym where I was the head cheer coach of the youth program for 4 years! My job primarily consisted of working with children ages 2-15. Since joining Care. com in April...
Emmalee can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma was great with my kids. She was very interactive with them and followed everything we asked. My daughter had a great time with her since she's the only girl we have. We are definitely using Emma again for more date nights!"
Molly C.
Lyse N.
Philadelphia, PA
$33/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.3
(10)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Highly dependable and adaptable Babysitter with a great record of parents and children satisfaction. Able to respond quickly and creatively to unusual or difficult child care situations. Flexible scheduling availability to include all days evenings and some weekends.
Lyse can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Lyse is really great. I initially hired her in 2018. My family and I were new to the area and we needed a nanny/date night sitter. Thank goodness we found her. She worked for us until after the pandemic and our circumstances changed. Lyse was great with our girls....
Care member
5.0
(15)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sonia. I am looking for occasional date night sitting opportunities. I have many years of experience in nannying and babysitting. I specialize in taking care of newborns through grade school children.
A little about me: I am a former elementary school teacher and love being around kids! I possess the necessary...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Sonia has been a fantastic babysitter for our three children. She is kind and thoughtful, with great communication and an excellent report with children of varying ages. We look forward to engaging her again. "
Care member
Yahaira Josselyn G.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced And Responsible Full-time Housekeeper.
4.5
(11)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience and excellent references of my excellent work cleaning your homes, feel confident with me, I am responsible, honest and very dedicated to my work. I provide excellent cleaning in all areas of the home. dust all corners. cleaning bathrooms, kitchens and bedrooms, vacuuming, brushing and polishing...
Yahaira Josselyn can also help with: Changing bed linens, dusting, bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Yahaira is wonderful! very professional, super nice, punctual, and such a hard worker! She did the job beyond my expectations. This is the cleanest my house have ever been. I am really happy and would recommend."
Stefany R.
4.9
(11)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Kenializ and I am 26 years old. I currently transferred to widener university to earn my bachelors degree as an ultrasound technician. I am working hard to pay for the things I need for school as well as provide for my son and I am currently attending school full time at night. I am young but I am very hard...
Kenializ can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kenializ was very calm and positive with my kids. I would highly recommend."
Yaella A.
4.5
(19)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hello awesome parents and guardians, my name is Tracy and I am an experienced caregiver who is active, hands-on, energetic, caring, gentle, kind, compassionate, and understanding. I have a flexible schedule, reliable vehicle, and I'm a potty-training master! Not to mention, I tell the funniest jokes and make yummy sandwiches!...
Tracy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Dependable, gentle, and attentive. She is extremely trustworthy, considerate, and reliable. My infant and toddler love her, and only ask for HER! It feels like family when she’s around and it brings all of us a peace of mind. Finding someone like her will be...
Care member
Aleana G.
Philadelphia, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
**I am only available for date night/occasional sitting**
Hi there!
A little bit about me - I graduated in 2019 with a degree in early childhood education. I student taught in K through 3rd grade classrooms, with the most amount of time spent in first grade. I am a certified newborn care specialist, and I received...
Aleana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Aleana was great! We hired her from out of town while visiting the area for a wedding. My one year old son was happy playing with her when we left and was sound asleep when we got back. Aleana did a great job of keeping him entertained and keeping me updated on...
Kristine S.
4.7
(15)
Hired by 46 families in your neighborhood
So you're doing one of the hardest things of your life right now! Passing your most precious prizes off to a stranger to support your family and lifestyle is tuff. I understand. That's why I'm here to save the day! For over 10 years I've cared for children from newborns to teenagers, with and without special needs. I assist...
Turquoise can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Turquoise was great with the kids. She was punctual and communicative. We would hire her again for sure!"
Rebecca G.
Cecily M.
Philadelphia, PA
$18-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm Very Professional And Will Provide Exceptional Care For Your Children.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Cecily, I am a young women just graduated and want to continue my life as a nanny/babysitter/caregiver ETC with 4 years of many experience. I studied CYC (child and youth care) and got my CPR certification At the moment I do not have any other jobs that will be in the way of any schedule. I enjoy playing,...
Cecily can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cecily/cece did AMAZING with my daughter who is 2 and a half and special needs. and my 7 month old. she was very patient and kind, such an amazing nanny i’ve worked with for 3 years until i no longer needed the help due to me finding a actual partner. amazing work"
Care member
Samantha O.
Philadelphia, PA
$23-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hello, my name is Samantha and I worked at a daycare for 2 years. I have many babysitting jobs before, and have many young cousins that I took care of also.
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"She's very amazing at caring for children. She's very professional and respectful. My children have always been safe, cared for, and have had an amazing time while under the care of Samantha."
Britney F.
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I am an energetic, bubbly type that works particularly well with young children. I am a full-time graduate student in a physical theatre program. I love cooking, the outdoors, and playing the piano.
I have a total of 7 nieces and nephews and adore hanging out and playing with them. Our favorite activities include...
Aiden can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Aiden is an awesome babysitter! She helped take care of my two boys, ages 8&4 at the time. She seamlessly managed our busy after school schedules, always getting the boys to their activities on time and jumped in to help with whatever I had on my plate, whether it...
Care member
Rebecca N.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-27/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am 26 years old and a 4th year dental student at the University of Pennsylvania. I am looking for babysitting and/or tutoring positions around Center City for children ages 1-14. I am the 2nd eldest of seven children, so I have been in a babysitter roll practically my whole life. My friends would describe me as energetic,...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Becca has a gift with kids! Our two year old immediately adored her and is always so excited to have her as a baby sitter. Becca is a natural with babies and it was so nice to know we could also leave our newborn with her without worrying. She is a truly awesome...
Kerry L.
Allison F.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Red Cross Certified babysitter. I have been babysitting family and family friends for about 5 years. I am currently a college student looking to gain some experience and use my skills.
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Allison is a fantastic babysitter. My 9 year old daughter loves her. She is extremely dependable, engaging, creative, thoughtful and caring. Unfortunately she is student teaching next semester so cannot continue after school care for us."
Deborah P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The children I babysit always run to me when their parents open the door. After the obvious basics of safety and comfort, I actively provide an enriching experience filled with fun, creativity, and learning for children of all ages. Every family that I have babysat for has had me back at the specific request of their children,...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
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
"Rosie is wonderful with our children. They are always happy to see her. She has fed them, put them to bed, and completed amazingly creative art projects with them. We highly recommend her! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Nicole a recent grad from Colorado State University. A little bit about me, I graduated with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been working as a nanny for 5 years and babysitting for about 4 years. As my time as a nanny, I worked with a variety of families in which each was special in their own...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Nicole was timely, professional and very sweet with our kids. She even kept the house tidy. I would highly recommend her!"
Care member
Grace K.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Grace and I am currently a student at Ursinus College. I have been babysitting since the beginning of high school, so about 4 years now. I have babysat for multiple families, varying from 1-4 children. I really love kids and I am living in New Ringgold for the rest of the semester!
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Grace was a pleasure to have in our home nannying for our 2 boys. She was so good with both my boys(a toddler and newborn). The kids loved her and she was great with them, my toddler would look forward to her coming over every morning. She always found ways to keep...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
A little bit about myself: I have been both a pool lifeguard as well as a swim coach for several country club pools. The ages of the children on the swim teams I coached ranged from 5-18, so I am comfortable caring for and looking after kids of a large age range. I have been a beach lifeguard in Sea Isle City, NJ for the past 10...
Alex can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alex was just fantastic. We hired him for our 7 year old highly energetic and restless son. Alex is a swimming coach too so he gives very affordable swimming lessons on top of babysitting. He left the place noticeably neater than before he came to babysit. I don't...
Ana S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Nicole N. I've been babysitting for over 10 years now. I travel between CT and PA. I am a mother to a beautiful babygirl, who is about to be 3 years old. She is a blessing! She is the sweetest girl you'll ever meet! I have a clean driving record and I am comfortable driving children wherever they need to be. I am...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole is fun, positive, and dependable young lady. She is great with kids & has the most adorable little girl. She is very creative and has a great sense of humor. Will definitely utilize her services again as my daughter loves her."
Benjamin N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a sociable and spirited person who is reliable and very covid conscious (willing to wear my mask at work.) I have about one year of experience as a live-in babysitter/nanny to an exuberant 1-year-old boy. I would care for him most nights, feeding him dinner, bathing him, and putting him to bed. I would also do all his...
Ivy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had a wonderful experience. Ivy was prompt, and did very well with our children."
Emily H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Philadelphia, PA
Emmalee D.
5.0
Emma was so sweet! She was on time, and played with my daughter the whole time. My kids felt very comfortable after meeting her, and it looks like we found our new sitter!
- Laura H.
Lyse N.
5.0
Lyse is really great. I initially hired her in 2018. My family and I were new to the area and we needed a nanny/date night sitter. Thank goodness we found her. She worked for us until after the pandemic and our circumstances changed. Lyse was great with our girls. She was always on time according to...
- Care member
Sonia Y.
5.0
Sonia has been a fantastic babysitter for our three children. She is kind and thoughtful, with great communication and an excellent report with children of varying ages. We look forward to engaging her again.
- Care member
Yahaira Josselyn G.
4.0
Yahaira was awesome in taking my job at the last minute. She did a beautiful job with the deep cleaning. Family room was missed due to my miscommunication but she's got it for next time. I'll definitely be using her again.
- Care member
Kenializ P.
5.0
Kenializ was very calm and positive with my kids. I would highly recommend.
- Yaella A.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Philadelphia, PA:
How can I find a Philadelphia babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Philadelphia, 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 2,977 babysitters in Philadelphia, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Philadelphia, PA?
The average rate for Philadelphia, PA babysitters on Care.com is $18.10 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 Philadelphia, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 1,109 reviews of the 2,977 listed babysitters.