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Grace M.
Oaks, PA
$10/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Grace. I have experience as a nanny and camp counselor for 5 and 6-year-old boys as well as a babysitter. I'd consider myself to be trustworthy with children and energetic and fun when it comes to spending time with kids. I am a rising senior at Penn State University Park.
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Brenna, I am a 22-year-old college student, I attend Temple University! I love babysitting/nannying so much! I am an animal lover and have no problem with helping pets as well! I am very fun, outgoing, and creative. I have a few years of babysitting under my belt and am comfortable with kids of all ages. I have a...
Brenna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Brenna was great! All of our kids loved her!"
Sean P.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Shelby. I have been babysitting since I was in 9th grade and I have cared for children from ages 3 and up. I am a recent graduate of a University with a degree in education, so I'd also be a great help with homework and/or tutoring! I have a summer job as a camp counselor and absolutely love spending time with...
Shelby can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shelby would babysit for us on weeknights and date nights. She is so sweet and caring. My kids absolutely loved her! To this day they love when she comes to visit. "
Heather T.
5.0
(2)
Hi there! We are looking for a sitter part time for Monday, Thursday and Friday mornings for our 17-month-old boy.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Julia :) I am a nursing student in the Northwest Philadelphia area, studying to become a certified nurse midwife. I have 10 years of babysitting and nanny experience along with 3 years of daycare experience in the nursery. I have my own car, I'm very reliable, and I can help out with anything you need. If you have...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia has helped care for my infant daughter who has special needs. Julia is patient, warm, and caring. She is very reliable and also knowledgeable given her background in the healthcare field. I would highly recommend hiring her to any family."
Ali W.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 9 years of experience. I am currently going to school to be a teacher in either special education or elementary education. I love working with kids and putting smiles on their faces.
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Morgan is wonderful! She was always on time and was flexible if needed to stay a bit later than the normal schedule. She communicated with me during the day giving updates or if she had any questions/concerns. Morgan always cleaned up after herself and even did...
Meghan B.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I grew up taking care of and playing with my wonderful dog, a Shiba Inu, for 14 years. I also have experience with house sitting/pet sitting for family friends, when they go on vacation. I have cared for both dogs and cats. I will be happy to feed, walk, stay with, and play with pets!
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked for a family cleaning their home weekly for a year. I have enjoyed my housekeeping experience and I am looking for further housekeeping work. A clean home was always important to my mom growing up, so I've learned to clean from the best. I think it is important to be thorough and pay attention to detail in cleaning...
Meagan can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an energetic mother of two. I have my B. S. in Elementary Education/Early Childhood. I have had first aid/ CPR training and I am fully vaccinated for Covid. I have over 30 years of experience with ages 6 wks.-14 yrs., specializing in infant care. I love working with children and adore all pets. My goal is to provide a...
Kerry can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Kerry has cared for our 2 year old daughter on many occasions. Our daughter absolutely loves her and gets excited when I tell her Kerry's coming over. Kerry is always on time and keeps our daughter busy and entertained. She plays with her, reads to her, takes...
Takisha S.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My name is Ulyana.
I am an incoming medical student and am currently only available for date-night/ weekend sitting.
I have been working with children for 8 years and I absolutely love it. I enjoy fostering an educational and creative environment where children are encouraged to be inquisitive, and have the space to...
Ulyana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ulyana is the definition of PERFECT. She was my nanny for over three years and still occasionally watches my children who are now 11, 10 and 8. She is the most loving, dependable, reliable person you have ever met. She became part of our family and we continue...
Jennifer P.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Graduated from Johnson and Wales University with a degree in Culinary Arts. I've been a stay at home mother for 20 years raising my 6 children. 10 years ago I moved my ailing mother into our home and provided caring support until her passing. During the process of caring for my mother I developed a passion for seniors. I...
Jennifer can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Jennifer has been an amazing help to my mother in caring for my senior father who suffers from advanced stage Parkinson's and dementia and has mobility issues. She has been sensitive and caring to all of our needs. We couldn't recommend her more highly!"
Oona C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Morgan and I am full time special education teacher. I have been teaching full time for five years upon graduating from college. I attended college at West Chester University where I received a dual degree in special education and elementary education. I graduated with honors and gained employment the same month....
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have been a full and part-time nanny for the past 8 years. I love working with kids and have plenty of experience. I have experience working with infants, toddlers, and early-school-aged children. Some of my responsibilities have included pick-ups and drop-offs, handling breastmilk, and caring for multiple children...
Margaret Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"As a first time mom I was so nervous to leave my baby and I was on the fence about hiring someone who was a complete stranger, even after calling references. But Maddie made all that disappear. She is amazing! I came home after my first day back to work to the...
Ashley L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a freshman nursing student at Eastern University. I am looking for something I can fit between my classes since I am a full time student, but I am pretty flexible :)
I started babysitting my siblings and it grew from there. I have been babysitting for other families since I was 15. I can help with light housekeeping,...
Jocelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Jocelyn, was great with both my 11 month old and my very active 3 year old. She was their first babysitter and both of them seemed comfortable with her right away. We hope to have her back soon."
Robin M.
Jake F.
Villanova, PA
$22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jake! A little bit about me is that I am 18 years old and I'm currently a student at Villanova University! I love working with children and caring for others. I have experience babysitting kids ages 3-12 and I was a camp counselor at a soccer camp for the past four summers. During high-school I volunteered in many...
Jake can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jake was great with my boys, I would 100% have him babysit again!"
Patricia W.
4.2
(8)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I have over 27 years of child care experience and I am a professional artist with a Masters degree in Art Therapy. I've cared for male and female children, ages 1 1/2 to 11, for several years in each family, since I have lived in the area. The children I sat for in the past have now grown into creative and happy teenagers. I...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I thought she was great for the kids. They asked when. She'd be coming back!"
Brian F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My experience in the healthcare industry began as Director of Independent Living of a nursing home. Following that position I became an independent caregiver for agencies and private clients. I then became a certified Home Health Aide. My duties as a HHA range from companionship, assisting with ADLs, driving to doctor...
Bernadette can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Bernadette was my brother's ( who is physically and cognitively disabled)caregiver for 1 1/2 yrs until sadly his health deteriorated requiring alternative care. She treated him like family and was genuinely interested in his well being to include participating in...
Sara N.
5.0
(1)
At college from 2012-2016, I tutored every semester in subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Genetics, General Physiology, Calculus, and more. I have 3 years of tutoring experience at the college level. In high school, I also tutored others in the math and sciences. Working at Daycares I have helped kids of any...
5.0
"I have known Sonora since Fall 2013 when she was hired as a peer tutor for the Center for Teaching & Learning Excellence at the University of Scranton. Sonora clearly distinguished herself from the outset for his ability to tutor various levels of Biology and...
Mary P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a caring, responsible and kindhearted 25yo woman, looking for weekends and evenings work opportunities!
I have lots of experience in ages ranging from infants to 10 years-old. I am seeking, besides child care, for a caring family, who loves different cultures and want the kids to learn about it. I am flexible and very...
Karina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Karina spent a lot of time with my kids in our home helping take care of them with our nanny. Karina worked for another family but our kids and the other families kids were great friends so Karina I know very well and would highly recommend, she is trustworthy,...
Conor M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Thank you for your interest! In 2006, at age 12, I attended a Sitter Program at a local hospital and have been babysitting for children ever since. In 2012 I started my first daycare position. From 2012-2016 I continued to work/volunteer in childcare between semesters at college and shadow in various pediatric healthcare...
Sonora can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sonora watched my 2 sons (3 year old toddler and 8 month old infant) and she was great! She quickly formed a bond with my very opinionated toddler and was very hands on with my infant (I loved that she willing and eager to practice his physical therapy Torticollis...
Tina S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Oaks, PA
Brenna F.
5.0
Brenna was great! All of our kids loved her!
- Sean P.
Shelby R.
5.0
Shelby provided after school care for my 2 boys. This included prepping dinner, help with homework, and most importantly-pickups at preschool and the bus stop. I was able to trust Shelby with car transportation which makes some parents nervous (including me). My kids were always happy with Shelby,...
- Susie C.
Julia J.
5.0
Julia has helped care for my infant daughter who has special needs. Julia is patient, warm, and caring. She is very reliable and also knowledgeable given her background in the healthcare field. I would highly recommend hiring her to any family.
- Ali W.
Morgan P.
4.0
Morgan is wonderful! She was always on time and was flexible if needed to stay a bit later than the normal schedule. She communicated with me during the day giving updates or if she had any questions/concerns. Morgan always cleaned up after herself and even did some housework without being asked...
- Meghan B.
Kerry M.
5.0
When our regular sitter cancelled, Kerry came through in a pinch. She made us feel extremely comfortable in advance and was super sweet and caring with our infant daughter. Communication was fantastic. We would 100% use Kerry again!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Oaks, PA:
How can I find a Oaks babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Oaks, 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 1 babysitters in Oaks, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Oaks, PA?
The average rate for Oaks, PA babysitters on Care.com is $10.00 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 Oaks, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Oaks, 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.