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Babysitters in Ferndale, PA
Alethea R.
Ferndale, PA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a caregiver with a passion for nurturing young minds. My journey began with babysitting roles that sparked my desire to make a lasting difference in children's lives. I have a decade of experience providing safe and nurturing environments for kids of all ages. I believe in open communication with parents and prioritize their...
Alethea can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience With Adults With Special Needs 10+ Years
5.0
"Experienced caregiver, dependable and reliable."
Donna M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madeline and I am currently at Moravian College studying Public Health. I am 20 years old and have been babysitting, house sitting, and pet sitting for families in my area for over 5 years. I have flexible hours and I am comfortable with pets.
Madeline can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
5.0
"Madeline has been amazing! She has been assisting with household chores and surprised me by being an incredible organizer! Best of all, she has been helping with pet care and mainly my 1-year-old golden retriever. When he became sick she stepped up and helped watch...
Sari L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Cecily. The family that I babysat in high school had a puppy that I also cared for and loved doing! I really love all dogs and am available all throughout the summer because I am home from college!
Cecily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Cecily was wonderful with our little guy! She's dependable and always flexible and understanding with schedule changes. Handles teething and nap fighting like a pro!"
Jessica L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired sixth grade teacher. Although I enjoy my retirement, I also enjoy being active and involved in the community. I enjoy working with school aged children and their families. I am willing to help with homework, light housework, and transportation. I am energetic, trustworthy, and I love working with children.
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia is bright, caring, engaging, and thoroughly dedicated to tutoring our child.
We are thrilled with her. No complaints at all. "
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Shayna Y.
Pipersville, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Of 8 Years Available Full-Time Or Part-Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Shayna and I absolutely love working with kids. I have experience with kids of all ages, mostly newborns and toddlers, for about 10 years consistently. I consider myself to be very fun, outgoing and full of life!
I am CPR/First Aid certified and I have a bachelors degree from Temple University. Music and...
Shayna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shayna is a wonderful caregiver. She is reliable, and a great communicator with a positive way about her. She became a true friend to my daughters. Very fun, funny, creative, playful, a good listener. I would absolutely recommend her and am happy to be a reference."
Nina K.
Phyllis M.
Pipersville, PA
$20-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have approximately two years experience working with children who have bipolar disorder, and autism.
I also have worked with young adults & children who were on the spectrum.
Jasmine A.
Quakertown, PA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 4 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jasmine was great with my little girl! Definitely would recommend! "
Care member
Dana W.
Quakertown, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Childcare Giver Available Anytime For Babysitting Or Nannying Jobs
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'd known from the time I entered third grade that I wanted to work with children. I started working in an after-school care program in NJ at the age of 16. I moved from NJ to NC a year later, having to leave my job behind. I gained a new job working with the YMCA in their after-school care. By February of 2009, I had also...
Dana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dana has been our nanny for almost 3 years. We have 3 kids, our middle has special needs including epilepsy and our oldest has ADHD. She handles all of them with no problem. She is calm, patient and loves getting down at the kids level to play. our kids love...
Amy B.
4.5
(6)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kearson! I have about 10 years of professional experience caring for kids of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I love working with children because I cherish the opportunity to shape a young, curious mind.
With me, your kiddos will participate in fun and educational activities tailored to their interests and needs....
Kearson can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kearson has been an absolute blessing to our family! She is prompt, reliable, and trustworthy. Not only does she prepare meals for our children, drive them to and from school, and help them with homework, but she also interacts with and engages in play with our...
Mitzi G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Fahmida and I live in Easton. I've always loved children from an early age and have four older children myself. Throughout my adolescence, I babysat for many families.
Recently, I have babysat a little toddler boy for a family before they moved away and I loved him dearly. Babysitting and nannying...
5.0
"May I give her six stars?
Her personality and cultural background gave her dedication to care for our child and carry out additional, related chores to such a level that it is out of this world. I don't trust people easily, but I learned to trust Fahmida without...
Rami R.
Sydney F.
Quakertown, PA
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!!! I was around 15 when I started babysitting and I have watched children ranging from 2 to 13 years old. I have been a summer camp counselor and a Head Counselor for two different age groups. On top of that I have nannied for many families. I have worked as a teacher for 3 years in General Education classrooms, and I am...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Sydney is very responsible and works amazing with kids of all ages!!"
Carley P.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Pamela and I have been babysitting for 10+ years. I have experience with ages from newborn to 13 years old, and up to 6 children at one time. I have child abuse clearances, a background check, and FBI fingerprinting clearance, all available upon request. I am a recent university graduate with a degree in Early...
Pamela can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Pam has been hands down amazing we have used Pam for multi year and our kids love her! She is always on time and there has never been a time when kids haven't beg for her to stay when we gotten back form a date night or trip. Pam is our go to choise when ever we...
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Jasmine M.
Quakertown, PA
$15-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Jasmine and I am a recent grad from Penn State! I have been babysitting since I was a freshman in high school and I was a mothers helper before that since the age of 11. I have worked with children between the ages of 0-10 years with all kinds of personalities. I am a responsible, mature, and very reliable...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Jasmine is very reliable, dependable young woman. She has done a lot for my family when we can't be there for our kids."
Yoav R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked at a daycare since 2016, have been either an teacher assistant there, or nannying since then. I have endless references and can provide them! I love taking kiddos out on adventures with me and doing activities with them! I can do nap time, baths, vacuuming etc. I have years of experience with ages between newborn-...
Corrine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Corrine has been a blessing in our home. she is kind and loving with children.
She is always on time and takes my son out to do fun things every time she is here.
She helps me around the house, does the dishes, moves and folds laundry and more.
she has helped...
Katie S.
4.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have my CDA in Preschool, which is the very first degree you can get in the Early Childhood Education program. I am working towards getting my Infant/Toddler CDA also. I have been babysitting for 7+ years, and went to a vocational high school to study Child Development. I have plenty of experience with newborns through...
Bevan can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
""Bevy" as she is affectionately known in our home has always there for us when we need her, even on short notice. My boys always want to have her over and my daughter loves her like a sister. She is quite good at keeping up with cleaning up after my destructive...
Tim V.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired , PA certified, sixth grade teacher. I enjoy working with elementary and middle level students in order to improve their math, science, writing, and reading levels. I believe in building good study and organizational skills. In addition, I believe that tutoring should align closely to the child's school...
5.0
"Julia tutors my 5 year old son and she has been absolutely incredible. He has learned so much since she started working with him and he is excited to see her each day. I can't say enough good things about Julia! I really appreciate all that she's done to help my...
Cassandra M.
5.0
(2)
Hi my name is April. I have 10 years of experience in caring for children. I am a fun loving adventure who loves to play make-believe and interacting with the children.
April can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"April is dependable, thoughtful, and respectful. She is a natural with kids. She started caring for my daughter from the age of 1. I never had to worry about her care. She is fantastic!!!"
Livia W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a little dog. I help dogs in my country. I can give a bath them , I can walk around with them I can love them. I can feed them
Maria can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Maria has been very helpful with our animals and other chores she helps us with around the house. I would definitely recommend her. She is friendly and efficient."
Dave C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Loruama. I'm 30 years old, I'm a student and I'm from Brazil. I worked as an Au pair for 2 years. I have full-time experience with children over 4 years. I am a very responsible, honest, patient, and punctual person. Your children will receive adequate care. With all my skills and experience, I can provide a...
Loruama can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Loruama was an amazing sitter to my daughters. She was gentle , patient and imaginative. My daughters loved and felt very comfortable with her. As a nervous first time mother, I felt happy knowing I was leaving him with a such capable, trustworthy caregiver. Any...
Ariane S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ferndale, PA
Jessica L.
5.0
Experienced caregiver, dependable and reliable.
- Donna M.
Madeline B.
5.0
Madeline has been amazing! She has been assisting with household chores and surprised me by being an incredible organizer! Best of all, she has been helping with pet care and mainly my 1-year-old golden retriever. When he became sick she stepped up and helped watch and care for him. He loves her and...
- Sari L.
Cecily D.
5.0
Cecily was wonderful with our little guy! She's dependable and always flexible and understanding with schedule changes. Handles teething and nap fighting like a pro!
- Jessica L.
Julia W.
5.0
Julia is bright, caring, engaging, and thoroughly dedicated to tutoring our child.
We are thrilled with her. No complaints at all.
- Care member
Shayna Y.
5.0
Shayna is a wonderful caregiver. She is reliable, and a great communicator with a positive way about her. She became a true friend to my daughters. Very fun, funny, creative, playful, a good listener. I would absolutely recommend her and am happy to be a reference.
- Nina K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ferndale, PA:
How can I find a Ferndale babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ferndale, 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 Ferndale, 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 Ferndale, PA?
The average rate for Ferndale, PA babysitters on Care.com is $22.00 per hour as of June 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 Ferndale, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ferndale, 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.