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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Rustal, I am 23 years old with a 5 years of experience in baby sitting with a light/general cleaning . I am very loving, patient and outgoing and love having activities that children will find entertaining. Babysitting is something I love doing because everyday is different and new and it's amazing being part of a...
5.0
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. I'm a current fully-vaccinated college student that's pursuing a degree in Psychology. I have lots of experience working with children through multiple volunteer organizations and spent one summer working at a camp specialized for children on the spectrum and implemented...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"For about a year, Hannah was home for our kids to arrive home from school for two days a week. She gave them dinner/snacks and got them ready for sports practices in the evening. Our children really liked her. Hannah is a great and very reliable babysitter. We...
Arthur V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Annie. I am a registered nurse working per diem while obtaining my MPH degree. I have been a nanny since 2014. I will prepare meals, play outside, read, do homework, arts and crafts, etc. I happen to be a great cook, and will also clean or do laundry if needed. I love kids and I am looking for a recurring,...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Annie is one of a kind. After recently relocating back to the East coast, finding child care was proving to be a very challenging process until I met Annie. She is genuinely interested in the well being and happiness of my daughter, naturally up-beat, kind and very...
Kelly C.
Brianna F.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Brianna and I am a junior in the honors program at the University of Miami. I am a double major in health sciences and public health with a double minor in chemistry and mathematics. In high school I was part of the honors society which allowed me to tutor many students in the grades below me. During my senior...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Melissa. I have my Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have been providing child-care pretty much since age 9, starting off with my younger cousins and then moving up to more formal babysitting positions. At this moment I am currently in my counseling profession and am just looking for possibly...
Melissa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa worked as our nanny for our twin boys from when they were infants until they were 3 1/2 & entered preschool. She was a blessing to us and is still a welcome presence in our lives, 3 yrs later! I admit I was very particular about how my children were cared...
Rachel H.
Gwendolyn B.
Philadelphia, PA
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny For Over 14 Years Looking For A Wonderful Family To Work For Full Time
4.9
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my Name is Gwendolyn. I truly love working with children and have a passion for what I do. I have over 22 years of child care experience and 16 of those years as a nanny for several wonderful families. I have my Associates Degree in ECE (Early Childhood Education) and Certified Newborn Specialist. I have several...
Gwendolyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We have known Gwendolyn for over 10 years. She is truly like a member of the family. She watched our daughters who are now 10 and 14 off and on throughout this time. She has every good trait you would want for your kids - she is creative, funny, patient, and kind....
Yolanda R.
5.0
(4)
Hi, my name is Thalissa, I am currently a full time nursing student at Jefferson, and I'm looking for extra babysitting opportunities, as well as New Born Care Specialist positions. I plan on becoming a midwife in the future. I'm an infant and adult CPR/ first aid certified. I'm very reliable, punctual and responsible, with...
Thalissa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Thalissa was my full-time Nanny for 5 years. I cannot recommend her more highly - she is loving, communicative, responsible, and my child absolutely adores her. "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a first year grad student at Drexel University pursuing my doctorate in physical therapy. I love working with kids and am planning on pursuing pediatric physical therapy. I have been consistently babysitting children of all ages since I was about 14. Most recently, I watched a 2-year-old this whole past summer. I...
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Donna to look after our 17 month old for a stint between college courses and she was fabulous! We would hire her again in a heartbeat! Our daughter adored Donna. She was punctual, responsible, attentive, caring and very playful! She communicated well...
Ramon R.
London S.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Experience with child caring suits me a lot. The skills I am best at is caring and patient nature. excellent communication skills including written, verbal and listening ability, the ability to work as part of a team, the capacity to think on my feet and stay calm in stressful situations good or bad, leadership skills,...
London can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
"London has been a great cleaner throughout the times I've needed her. Good with children, she's like a breath of fresh air. My kids love her and she's highly respectful and gets the job done. One big thing I can say is that she will constantly ask what else would...
Joy L.
Liz F.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Energetic, Yoga Teacher And Professional Nanny Living In Queen Village, Philadelphia
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! Nice to meet you! I am a fun, bright, energetic yoga teacher looking to find a job as a caregiver in Philadelphia. I began babysitting at the age of 11, had my first trip with a family to care for their sons (specifically their baby) at age 15, and have had countless short-term gigs. I have been a full time nanny for a total...
Liz can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have 3 small kids who are 4.5, 2.5, and 16 months. They are quite a handful. Liz did a great job taking care of them, making their food, getting them bathed and dressed, helping them learn yoga, play games, go outside to play, and take classes at Nest nearby. She...
Emily B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children of all ages for the last 5 years in both professional and private environments. I have worked at a summer camp and lifeguarded for 4 years supervising children between the ages of 1-12 at camp and all ages while guarding. I've also worked with multiple families with ages ranging from 1-11. This...
Myka can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Myka was wonderful! She sent me photos of activities she was doing with my daughter which put me at ease while I was out. I highly recommend her."
Ashley H.
Vanessa B.
Lansdowne, PA
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Vanessa, 29 yo living in Lansdowne - PA.
Babysitting has been my full time job for the past 4 years. I worked as a Preschool teacher in Brazil for almost 6 years, then I quit to come here as an Au Pair in 2016, where I stayed with the same family for 2 years. In 2018 I took care of a very sweet baby boy.
In 2019 I...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Vanessa was super punctual and a GREAT communicator during the interview/screening process!"
Miki P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Rubia and I am 33 years old. I live in Philadelphia. I've been working with children since I was 17 years old. My first job was as a teacher assistant. Then, I worked in a daycare. Later on I started nannying when I was 20 years old. I have experience with infants as young as 1-month-old. Also, I worked as an...
Rubia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Rubia babysat my 15-month old son twice. She was punctual and took great care of him. We're very satisfied and will hire her again."
Elizabeth U.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am Joyce. I'm a 60-year-old wife, mother of three (now grown ups) and grandmother of one. I retired in 2010 from a major telecommunication company after 32 years of service. I am married and have been keeping my own house since I was 25. I have gained commercial experience, over the past year and a half. I give close attention...
5.0
"Joyce is hard working, dependable, and trustworthy. "
Albany B.
Noelle B.
Philadelphia, PA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Noelle and I'm looking for a covid-conscious and vaccinated family that is seeking consistent childcare or homeschooling in Philadelphia.
I've been providing childcare since 2010 and more consistently nannying since 2014. While pursuing my degree in biology, I was a nanny for a family of 2 kids (8 and 10)...
Noelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Noelle has been such a wonderful addition to our family! She is flexible, caring, punctual, dependable, and trustworthy. She helped us through virtual kindergarten, homeschooling, and hybrid schooling and was willing to jump in wherever we needed her. She is an...
Ashley L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Angela!
I am looking to provide part-time child or pet care services to families on the Main Line during the summer months.
I have most recently worked as a behavioral health technician in a K/1 autistic support classroom for 3 years. I also have experience working in a daycare setting, providing childcare through...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My three boys (and myself!) love Angela. She is always on time, feeds them meals, puts them to bed, and does lots of activities with them. I never worry when I'm out, I know my boys are in good hands!"
Katie R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm JillIan! I have worked with kids ranging from 2 weeks to 16 years old. I began babysitting as a mothers helper at age 12 and have been babysitting ever since. I work as a summer camp counselor and work/play with children ages 4-6. I have also nannied for spring break picked the kids up from school. I nannied for two...
Jillian can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jill cared for my two boys (ages 6 and 9) over the summer and she was fabulous! The kids had a great time with her, going to the pool, playing games, and going on adventures around town. She helped them with summer bridge books and made sure that they did a little...
Laura T.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Elizabeth! I just graduated from the University of the Arts with a BFA! I grew up in New Hampshire and have been living in Philly for the last four years. I am moving to Manhattan on September 1st and am looking for some awesome kids to nanny/babysit for! I am available full time and am willing to help with...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Liz was an excellent caretaker for our baby (4-6 months). She was very engaging with him and he was so always excited to see her. She kept him on his regular nap schedule which was super helpful. She was always on time and also took him on walks around the...
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Emily M.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have experience nannying children and helping with daily homework in all subjects. I am confident in my teaching abilities in all subject from Kindergarten to Fifth Grade. I work with individual children in a way that works best for them in a way that allows for them to grow and reach their goals.
4.6
(10)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I'm a resident of Philadelphia and I have upwards of 7 years of experience with general childcare. I've taken care of a wide variety of clients from newborns to high schoolers, but I specialize in working with infants and younger children. I make it a priority to nurture their development, and do my best to make them feel safe...
Sruja can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sruja is an excellent babysitter. She is dependable, kind, trustworthy and amazing with children. She was extremely attentive and caring to our son. She has a lot of expertise caring for children and we saw that manifest itself on a daily basis. Most importantly we...
Eric F.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Folcroft, PA
Hannah K.
5.0
Hannah first started sitting for us when our daughter was 4 months old. She was our full time nanny in the summer. Now Hannah does date night sitting for our now 1 year old and 3 1/2 year old. We have had a great experience with Hannah -- our children love her, she does well with our large dog, and...
- Kirstyn K.
Annie H.
5.0
Annie is wonderful, warm, and so dependable. Many a time I came home to her on the floor, playing with the kids -- and I know she engaged with them when I wasn't home, because my toddler had lots to say about Annie after she left. She is endlessly calm and patient and she'd even manage to fold the...
- Melissa C.
Melissa Y.
5.0
Melissa worked as our nanny for our twin boys from when they were infants until they were 3 1/2 & entered preschool. She was a blessing to us and is still a welcome presence in our lives, 3 yrs later! I admit I was very particular about how my children were cared for and never did Melissa let us...
- Rachel H.
Gwendolyn B.
4.0
Nicole has been my sitter a few times. She has always responded to my text in a timely matter. The kids love her. They get super excited to see her. I love the care and attention she gives them. She’s the best!
- Care member
Thalissa W.
5.0
Thalissa was an absolute joy to work with - her professionalism, experience, and sunny disposition made for a perfect combination for us as first-time parents. Always five minutes early rain or shine, knowledgeable and helpful but never intrusive - we can’t wait to use her services again!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Folcroft, PA:
How can I find a Folcroft babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Folcroft, 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 4 babysitters in Folcroft, 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 Folcroft, PA?
The average rate for Folcroft, PA babysitters on Care.com is $21.75 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 Folcroft, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Folcroft, 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.