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240 babysitters are listed in Lancaster, PA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Lancaster, PA
4.7
(10)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I have years of experience caring for children and providing them with developmentally appropriate learning experiences. I believe in the joy of play, and seek to provide a nurturing environment that enables your child(ren) to thrive! As a cross-country runner, I seek opportunities to be outside with kids, keep them active, and...
Stella can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stella has provided after school care for our twin 11-year old boys for the past year. Stella is dependable, a proactive communicator and is very engaged with our boys. When I come home she is usually doing something with them, from playing basketball to having a...
Erica F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Phoebe! I've been babysitting and pet sitting for over 10 years. I have cared for children of all ages, and pets of all kinds. I worked for two years as a therapist for children with autism, earned my Master's in social work, and am now working as a Community School Director at Washington elementary. I love to be...
Phoebe can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I am thrilled to write a review for Phoebe. She babysat our two boys for many years and was always creative and interactive with each of them despite a five year age difference. What a delight! "
Liz F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with high functioning autism, allergies, severe eczema, and behavioral disorders. I have worked with infants, toddlers, elementary, and preteen aged children, as well as multiple of these at one time. I enjoy interacting with children, playing games with them, and helping them learn. I am not a sit back type of...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Lauren has been our daughter's sitter for 2 years now. My daughter adores her and so do we! She is professional and dependable. Our daughter has severe eczema and I've taught her the skin regimen and she picked up on it quickly. She also has food allergies that i...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello, everyone! I grew up in South Africa and had an affinity for children at a early age. I loved babysitting my cousins and nephews, especially during the holidays. I always invented creative and fun games, and I find that children have always connected to my personality and my exciting spirit. iv always loves caring for...
Loatile can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I would hire her over and over. She's the best"
Kelz M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Lifeguard, older sister, and experienced babysitter of 6+ years. I am a senior in High school and am a Honors student and Varsity Athlete.
I have been babysitting ever since I was 12 and have taken the American Red Cross babysitter course. I have experience babysitting kids of all ages.
I have been a lifeguard for over...
5.0
"Mia is great! We love having her. She is so responsible and always makes sure the kids have fun, too. Mia is dependable, punctual, and really became part of our family!"
Kelly G.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents!
I love being around children and make them happy when they are under my care.
Overall, I have experience caring for multiple children (twins), all ages, and children with special needs. I am a happy, loving, respectful and responsible nanny/babysitter looking for two part time jobs or a full time job with some...
Mirtelina can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mertlina were taking care of my twins boys, she is a hard worker, detail oriented and mostly she loves my boys. She was always take extra steps of everything she does, we can always rely on. "
Carrie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mary and I am a kind, loving, and patient babysitter who is open to new situations to best help family's specific needs. I started my childcare career at a very young age, with three children, two of whom have special needs; I worked for this family for three years until they moved out of town. Since then I...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary is amazing. We hired her last summer as our first ever babysitter and she instantly became like family. Our girls love her, we love her. She is reliable, sweet, smart, fun and takes such good care of our girls. We missed her all year although she visited on...
Barbara D.
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Jean, and it's great to meet you. I'm a warm-hearted, dependable, and understanding guy from tropical Haiti. I work part-time as a Personal Care Home Administrator at Community Services Group (CSG). I'm seeking a full-time position that can allow me to assist families out there. I'm fluent in French and Haitian...
Jean can also help with: Companionship, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Kiara S.
Lancaster, PA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm an experienced babysitter/nanny looking for an opportunity to care for your children and create moments that matter.
I am CPR and first-aid certified. Beyond that I have worked as an assistant teacher for ages ranging six months to 6-year-olds and have experience caring for children up to 13 years old. I'm happy to...
Kiara can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kiara connects so well with kids! She knows how to get on their level and engage with them and their interests. I found my crew to be naturally drawn to her. She smiles all the time and takes the time to get to know each child and what they are interested in. She...
Jen S.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Carmen! I am very dedicated, enthusiastic and outgoing. Extensive experience working with kids from all ages. From babysitter, nanny, camp leader, teacher, and tutor to Boarding School Director. I am very dedicated and passionate about kids, and it just seems that I have a gift and patience to deal with them. I...
Carmen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carmen came recommended by friends of ours. She's very responsive, bubbly, energetic, reliable and flexible. And most importantly she easily built a good rapport with my two boys and made effort to engage them. I would highly recommend her! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Marshaya, I am fairly new to professional babysitting. I grew up with 8 siblings and I am the third eldest so I am very familiar with watching after children. I have always been interested in babysitting, kids fill me with so much joy and I love being able to watch after them grow. I am currently in school to be a...
Marshaya can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marshaya came in to find the crankiest, most shy toddler ever, and somehow within two hours that cranky kid was asleep in her arms. Is Marshaya magic? Possibly. Would I book her again? Absolutely."
Care member
4.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm a fun, loving, and caring 22-year-old that adores children! I worked in a daycare full time taking care of children 6 weeks old - 5 years old for a year, and now I nanny for four boys between the ages 2 months - 9 years. I also babysit regularly for two other families. I am CPR certified, First Aid certified and fire safety...
Morgan can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Morgan is awesome with kids my daughter loved having Morgan as a babysitter. Would highly recommend to anyone!!"
Amanda W.
Morgan S.
Lancaster, PA
$14-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Morgan and I am a college student at Millersville University. I am studying psychology in hopes of becoming a school counselor one day! I have plenty of experience working with children, and believe I would be a great fit for the job you have posted. Some of my experience includes being a camp counselor at a...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Morgan babysat our 3 year old daughter while we attended a family wedding. We were visiting the area from out of town, and she was very responsive, brought some toys for our daughter to play with, and she had a great time, even in the hotel :) Highly recommend her!...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sophie, and I am incredibly passionate about working with kids! I currently teach Third Grade at a school in Lancaster, but have a ton of experience working with children both within and beyond the classroom. I have been a babysitter for several families over the course of the last 10 years. I have been a long term...
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
(1)
A little about me:
I am a professional nanny with an extensive background in child care and development. I have a genuine passion for working with children and providing them with a safe, nurturing environment in which they can thrive in.
My qualifications include 4 years of paid experience as a
professional nanny, casual...
Evenie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eve was lovely! My 4 year old and 10 month loved her. It was an instant connection as soon as she walked through the door. I would definitely have her sit again. Highly recommended!!"
Angela H.
5.0
(1)
A little about me: My name is Evenie. I'm 19 and currently studying nursing at HACC.
- I have 4 years of experience babysitting children ages ranging from newborns to preteens. As well as plenty of housekeeping experience.
- Reliable transportation and a clean driving record with no history of accidents or traffic stops.
- I...
Evenie can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Brittany O.
Lancaster, PA
$10/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I use to babysit throughout middle school and highschool. Now I have a 4 and 8-year-old that have prepared me for anything! My friends always know they can count on me when they need someone last minute.
5.0
"Brittany is a loving and caring mother. "
Lisa S.
Rama B.
Lancaster, PA
$12-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 20-year-old college student willing to babysit during my breaks. I love kids and I'm very reliant and responsible. I'm also very mature! I actually work at YMCA as an assistant teacher so I am certified for working with children. I have experience, fingerprints and a background check completed!
Also, I am not a...
Rama can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rama is a great person! She's very respectful and always on time. She loves kids! She watched my son at our church and did an awesome job. Very mature."
Leandra L.
5.0
(1)
I have always owned animals through out my entire life. I originally wanted to be a vet tech. At the moment I have 2 dogs. Boozer is a pom/blue heeler/cockapoo mix. He is the sweetest! He was my first baby and is now 9. Unfortunately Boozer was diagnosed with diabetes 2 years ago and is now blind from developing cataracts :-( My...
Brittany can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine
3.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My names Kristyn! I've been in childcare since I was 12 and geriatric care since I was 17. The past 4 years, I have worked with my CNA license in retirement homes and continue to work with it now in the hospital. I also have experience working in a medical day care, a trampoline park for kids, autistic support classroom,...
Kristyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
3.0
"Kristyn was great with my son. She let him nap on her for almost three hours because he wasn't feeling good. They did a craft together and she was super sweet.
However she was booked for two days (Wednesday and the following Monday) and had to cancel for Monday...
Ashley R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lancaster, PA
Stella S.
5.0
Stella was very attentive and interactive with our 8 month old daughter.
- Kathleen N.
Phoebe R.
5.0
Phoebe is amazing with our 3 year old daughter. She is enthusiastic, creative, and playful!
- Jamie S.
Lauren G.
5.0
Lauren has been our daughter's sitter for 2 years now. My daughter adores her and so do we! She is professional and dependable. Our daughter has severe eczema and I've taught her the skin regimen and she picked up on it quickly. She also has food allergies that i was afraid to let anyone but my...
- Care member
Loatile L.
5.0
I would hire her over and over. She's the best
- Kelz M.
Mia G.
5.0
Mia is great! We love having her. She is so responsible and always makes sure the kids have fun, too. Mia is dependable, punctual, and really became part of our family!
- Kelly G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lancaster, PA:
How can I find a Lancaster babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lancaster, 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 240 babysitters in Lancaster, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Lancaster, PA?
The average rate for Lancaster, PA babysitters on Care.com is $16.27 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 Lancaster, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lancaster, 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 Lancaster, PA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Lancaster, PA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 72 reviews of the 240 listed babysitters.