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223 babysitters are listed in Allentown, PA
The average rate is $17/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Allentown, PA
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Alyssa. I am 22 years old! I just graduated this past May with my bachelor's degree in pre-PA. I will be taking a year off to then apply to graduate school to become a physician assistant. I've had plenty of experience in the medical field. I've worked in assistant livings as a PCA and a med technician. I am...
Alyssa can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa was a blessing in disguise. I needed care for my elderly mom after surgery and she was perfect. Wayyy more patience than I have and filled with compassion. We have her for the next several weeks but when she moves to the next job I highly recommend her :)"
Stephanie P.
5.0
(1)
I have worked as a medical assistant for 20 years at a surgery center/hospital setting. I am CPR and first aide certified. I am current with all clearances and would be happy to provide copies of finger print based record, child abuse clearance, criminal background check all for the state of Pennsylvania. I have been helping...
Heather can also help with: Personal care, dementia, errands, transportation, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! This is my 7th year teaching Kindergarten in the Southern Lehigh School District. I have taught a reading intervention camp each summer I've been employed at SLSD. I also recently received my Masters in Education from Kutztown University and have my Reading Specialist Certificate. I am LETRS trained and stay up to date on...
5.0
"Ms. Megan was such a wonderful help with my daughter. I hired her in the beginning of the summer to help my 6 year old daughter with some trouble she was having regarding her sight words and recognizing letters. Megan not only worked on that but worked on plenty of...
Eliza K.
Sarah N.
Allentown, PA
$13-21/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a recent college graduate from Penn State University looking for some summer work in childcare. I have many years of experience in childcare, and I have been a regular sitter to many families throughout high school and college. I have a strong background in theater and music and have worked with kids in many theater...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Sarah was always punctual and very dependable. She was always on time, communicated well with us and engaged our children very well. She baby sat our children, ferried them around their summer camps and even did some art projects with them. She is honest and is a...
Sobhan K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I raised my 3 adult children and Understand the need to have reliable assistance. I will treat yours as my own! Contact me and we can chat.
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Debbie is a wonderful sitter! She cared for our daughter and she was just great with her and kept her very engaged. She was always punctual, flexible when schedules changed and reliable. We couldn’t have asked for someone better to care for our baby girl. "
Ester M.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I am mature. I like to do my job very well. I am very kind to people and my goal is for my client to feel comfortable with my work I do really loved cleaning.
Maura can also help with: Window washing, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Maura is a reliable and very responsible person, she is a very hard-working person and I would hire her again."
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been pet sitting friends/family dogs and many other pets for many years! Pets are family and I know how stressful it can be leaving them for a day trip or a week long vacation. It is hard to find someone you can trust and not have to worry while you are away! I would be happy to come let your dog out for a quick walk/...
Heather can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding
5.0
"Heather is an awesome individual! She was more than willing to accommodate any request I had, no matter how crazy! She is great with my two dogs, with two very different personalities! She even took care of my mom's dog while we were pet sitting! Heather is a great...
Mollee G.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am married with a a 15-year-old son. My current available hours vary as I currently work part-time sitting and cleaning. Both are flexible and I would be happy to add more days/hours if it fits into my schedule! I am located in South Whitehall. I am current with all my clearances to work in a local school district and...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I joined care.com to find a sitter for the future, when I felt comfortable leaving my baby with someone for a few hours here and there. I met Heather and she was so sweet & accommodating. With me having a newborn, she offered to come to me for the interview. And...
Nicole J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have raised two wonderful boys who now live out of state. I was a working mother while my children were growing up. I am thoroughly enjoying the time that I now have to care for and play with young children.
Kimberley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kim babysits my 7 and 8 year old after school. The kids loved her from day one. She is fun, really sweet, and so tolerant of my two hyperactive dogs. She is reliable and I feel save leaving my children with her. Highly recommend."
Kathryn F.
I would like to let you know that giving your kids the uttermost attention is my priority. Secondly, I'm very flexible with time, to suit your needs. I am a mother of two kids - two teenagers. I have had seven years of childcare experience, with newborn including twins, toddlers, preschoolers and a preteens. The experiences with...
Skills:
CPR
I am a college student at University of Kentucky, and back for the summer. I have 3 years of experience taking care a child and have been watching over little kids for years. I can take care of any age, and do anything around the house. I have a car, so I can run errands or run kids around. I live a very active lifestyle and...
Madelyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! My name is Kelly and I am 23 years old. I have a lot of experience working with children and babysitting. I have a bachelor's degree in Health & Exercise Physiology and am currently pursuing my Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy. Through my master's degree program, I have learned a lot on child development and how to...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have loved caring for children for as long as I can remember. I have been volunteering with toddlers and preschoolers in my church nursery since seventh grade. I nannied for three children through care. com summer of 2020, and now I babysit for several families regularly. I also volunteer as a tutor/mentor through a program...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have plenty years of experience caring for children and pets! I recently relocated to the Allentown area and work remotely as an architectural designer. I love spending time with kids playing outside, doing arts and crafts, and fun activities.
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
I am the Queen of Clean! From the dishes, to the floors & laundry... I do it all and love it. I believe there is no task too big or too small. Dependable, honest and thorough are all words that I would use to describe myself. I am definitely a pet person and do not mind looking after your furry friends too. I will leave your...
Tiffany can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm offering babysitting services in the area. I have a B. A in Spanish and a Associates in Education. Your Child will enjoy learning Spanish with fun language activities and crafts when I babysit.
Hope to hear from you soon!
Yorleny can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm Anna, I am 19 years old, and love kids! I am a current Freshman at Providence College where I am studying Neuroscience, with a concentration in Pediatrics. I am friendly, reliable, and experienced with all ages. I have my driver's license and always come with pre-planned activities. I find it very important to stimulate...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Blessings!
My name is Tahasia, I am 21 years old. I am currently in technical school for Massage. I adore kids and animals. I have lots of experience with kids from helping raise my three younger siblings, babysitting and helping out at my old church with the kids ministry. I also have a lot of experience with cats as well as...
Carolyn F.
Allentown, PA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Local Student Available For Babysitting, Pet Sitting, And Tutoring
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a graduate student at a local university available to babysit, pet sit, and/or tutor on occasional afternoons and evenings. I have many years of babysitting experience and I am BLS certified. I also have a B. S. in biology and I am working towards my masters degree in Physician Assistant studies so I can tutor various...
Carolyn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Carolyn was great. Prompt, flexible, and very engaging with the children. We really appreciate her. "
Thomas P.
Hello! I'm a certified elementary school teacher. I have been teaching for the past 4 years and I have been babysitting for 10 years. I have experience with all ages from newborn to teenage years. I also have experience babysitting up to 3 children at a time. I am looking for summer employment, babysitting and/or tutoring! I...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Allentown, PA
Alyssa J.
5.0
Alyssa was a blessing in disguise. I needed care for my elderly mom after surgery and she was perfect. Wayyy more patience than I have and filled with compassion. We have her for the next several weeks but when she moves to the next job I highly recommend her :)
- Stephanie P.
Megan V.
5.0
Ms. Megan was such a wonderful help with my daughter. I hired her in the beginning of the summer to help my 6 year old daughter with some trouble she was having regarding her sight words and recognizing letters. Megan not only worked on that but worked on plenty of other things with her. My daughter...
- Eliza K.
Sarah N.
5.0
Sarah was always punctual and very dependable. She was always on time, communicated well with us and engaged our children very well. She baby sat our children, ferried them around their summer camps and even did some art projects with them. She is honest and is a safe driver too.
She is moving on...
- Sobhan K.
Debbi P.
5.0
Debbie is a wonderful sitter! She cared for our daughter and she was just great with her and kept her very engaged. She was always punctual, flexible when schedules changed and reliable. We couldn’t have asked for someone better to care for our baby girl.
- Ester M.
Maura R.
5.0
Maura is a reliable and very responsible person, she is a very hard-working person and I would hire her again.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Allentown, PA:
How can I find a Allentown babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Allentown, 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 223 babysitters in Allentown, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 Allentown, PA?
The average rate for Allentown, PA babysitters on Care.com is $17.48 per hour as of April 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 Allentown, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Allentown, 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 Allentown, PA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Allentown, PA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 72 reviews of the 223 listed babysitters.