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Rosalie K.

Nesquehoning, PA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I'm a caregiver who is passionate about nurturing the growth and development of young minds. With a decade of experience in childcare, I've had the privilege of supporting families by providing reliable care for their children. I believe in creating a safe, stimulating environment where children can learn, play, and thrive....
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Samantha Z.

Palmerton, PA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I want to make a difference in children's lives and provide families with a reliable child care option. I'm friendly and approachable, yet I am very comfortable enforcing household rules. With four years of experience caring for children of all ages, I can handle up to four children at a time. I'm comfortable with pets, have a...
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Adrian E.

Occasional Sitter For Children

Lehighton, PA

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have experience with children from newborn to 7 years old from watching my cousin's children. I have a lifetime of experience with pets, especially cats, and I have 3 of my own.
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Jennifer G.

Stay At Home Mom Available To Watch Your Child This Summer.

Palmerton, PA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a stay at home mom of one 4-year-old. I have extensive experience with children in multiple settings. I taught preschool for 10 years. I also have experience with children with special needs.
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Kylie B.

Lehighton, PA

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Kylie & I am 24. I have been in childcare since the age of 16, when I started as a "volunteer". Since then, I have worked in numerous different daycares & with personal families, with ages 0-10. I have worked with up to 20 kids in a classroom & have been both lead & and assistant in a classroom setting. I have...
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Michelle Z.

Fun, Loving Nanny Or Babysitter Right Here!

Sugarloaf, PA

5.0(1)
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$9/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
I am 50 yrs old and have been a child home visitor, nanny, assistant teacher and behavioral specialist. Along with being an awesome aunt and great aunt to 8 children I am reliable with personal references and state certifications. I won't just have your child in front of a tv all day and will provide encouragement, guidance and...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Michelle. She watched my daughter for over a year in her home. Michelle was dependable and went above and beyond to make sure my...

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Sandra B.

Brodheadsville, PA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
My name is Sandra , I am a mother of three grown kids, I am a semi retired nurse, I was working in a hospital for 22 years, for my experience I have over 20 years I have experience with Down syndrome kids , artistic kids also. I enjoy working with kids , for the last two years I was working with twins kids but unfortunately they...

Rebecca S. says "Sandra is absolutely wonderful! She was extremely kind and our daughter loved her! We can't wait to have her back again soon!"

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Angelina D.

Very Loving And Enjoys Working With Kids.

Slatington, PA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
My name is Angelina, I live in Slatington, Pa. Just 7 Years ago I became a Caregiver and then went on to get My CNA & Phlebotomy certification. Im very good at taking care of the elderly and children. In my free time I enjoy doing all types of crafts, travel to different countries, going to the gym, and reading. I'm excited...

Care Member says "Angelina is a diligent and kind caregiver for my mother with ALS. "

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Mia D.

Fun Sitter!

Orefield, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Mia! I am 23 years old. I am a reliable and experienced caregiver with over 7 years of hands-on experience working with children ages 2 and up. I've worked with families of all sizes and backgrounds, and I genuinely enjoy building strong connections with both kids and parents. My goal is to create a positive,...

Care Member says "Mia is a hit for our 5 & 7 year old. We had lost our previous beloved babysitter to a full time position in her field so our next sitter had large...

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Anna H.

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Hazleton, PA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Anna. One thing about be is I LOVE kids! I have many years of experience caring for kids of friends and family. I am patient, creative, responsible, and fun! If requested, I can help with light housekeeping, chores/errands, school work, bedtime, and meal preparations. I attend University and still run on a...

Cheryl C. says "Anna was very responsive and took the initiative to reach out and coordinate details prior to care. She is very dependable and my little had an amazing...

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Marlena M.

Child Care

Effort, PA

5.0(1)
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$14/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I am recently retired after 31 years with the same company. I have raised my two children and now have a lot of time and love to give to a family in need of a mature, responsible caregiver. I have a clean driving record and have my own transportation. I am a non-smoker and a big animal lover so I can also help with any pets...

Michele S. says "Lena is one of the most caring, energetic, and creative babysitters we have ever had. Our kids absolutely love her and constantly ask when she is coming...

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Gabrielle H.

Looking For A Family That Needs A Fun And Trustworthy Babysitter

Freeland, PA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I am looking for family's who are in need of childcare on the weekends I have 2 years of experience in a daycare facility as a manager working with all ages from 6 weeks old up until 15-year-olds . I'm looking for family's that need a long term sitter ! I am CPR certified and I am certified in child development. I am in college...

Makayla W. says "Gabrielle helped us in so many categories she helped care for our 2 children on Saturdays and Sundays which she is amazing with kids!! She is trying to...

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Alyssa B.

Full Time Care Giver/Nanny

Whitehall, PA

5.0(1)
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$11/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi there! My name is Alyssa and I am 26. I'm currently unexpectedly unemployed & looking for some added income & experience. I worked in child care at a church in Bethlehem, primarily children 6 months-5 years old. I also was employed at an after-school extended care for several years. I have experience working with children in...

krista B. says "she's very responsible and dependable and she's great with both children and animals "

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Diane M.

Saylorsburg, PA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
Have many yrs experience. I have 2 grown children of my own . I am also a CNA. I am CPR certified. I enjoy the outdoors and like to bicycle and enjoy sports. I have been a CNA for 8 yrs . I love children and enjoy playing board games with them and anything that they enjoy doing. I was a daycare teacher for 9 years and have taken...

Antoinette G. says "Diane is an excellent caregiver. Dependable, caring and honest are just a few ways to describe her. "

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Jane F.

Patient Caring Nanny

Bath, PA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I am a mother of 3 children and have many years of experience with children of all ages. Previous employment includes nanny, in-home childcare and school nurse. Willing to meet before booking to make sure we are a great fit for each other. Compassionate, gentle care for others is my life calling. I believe children require hands...

Care Member says "Easy to schedule and so incredibly kind and down to earth!"

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Tatum N.

Drums, PA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been babysitting since I was 14. I was also a gymnastics instructor for children aged 4-12, and led birthday parties so I am very comfortable with multiple children. In college I babysat and nannied summers for a few family consistently. I have a degree in Botany and love science and the outdoors. I have met and worked...
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Maritza L.

House Mom

Whitehall, PA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I love working with kids, I have four of my own all grown and out the house. I'm looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing the thing I love.

Max G. says "Maritza has helped us with care of our baby for the better part of the past year for about 30 hours per week. She is reliable, loving, and...

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Samantha S.

Experienced Babysitter With Flexible Availability

New Tripoli, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Samantha! I am 26 years old and a mama to one little boy. I attended Lincoln Technical Institute for Medical Assisting and am now a registered medical assistant. I am a huge kid and animal lover and have been as long as I can remember. I have ample experience with kids of all ages as well as elderly people and...

Care Member says "Samantha has been so helpful! She’s extremely friendly and warm and clearly great with kids. She kept me constantly updated when my infant was in her...

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Tayana B.

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Effort, PA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience
Travel
Greetings, My name Tayana and I love helping kids develop into their little personalities! Though I am not your typical caretaker, I have plenty of experience with kids with special needs. I've have spent my last 8 years in working in a self contained classroom as a para, and the past few years I have moved up to a Behavior...

Sherry M. says "Tayana is a great, caring and dependable girl. She truly has the best interest of children in mind. She truly cares about the children and their well...

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Abbygale C.

Flexible And Fun Sitter

Germansville, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Abby! A little about me... I'm a local teacher looking for a side income. I graduated from KU in 2022, I nannied for 2 families throughout my 5 years in college, one for a family with 2 littles (from ages 11 mos- 4 yrs old) and the other family with 4 children (ages range 6-15 yrs old), with one time babysitting gigs on...

Meredith M. says "Abby was an absolute angel. She went above and beyond with the children and in the home. Great communication, flexibility, dependability, and creative...

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  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Jim Thorpe, PA

Babysitters in Jim Thorpe, PA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Michelle Z.

I highly recommend Michelle. She watched my daughter for over a year in her home. Michelle was dependable and went above and beyond to make...

- Care member

Sandra B.

Sandra is absolutely wonderful! She was extremely kind and our daughter loved her! We can't wait to have her back again soon!

- Rebecca S.

Angelina D.

Angelina is a diligent and kind caregiver for my mother with ALS.

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Jim Thorpe, PA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Jim Thorpe, 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 3 babysitters in Jim Thorpe, 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.

The average rate for Jim Thorpe, PA babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 per hour as of June 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Jim Thorpe, PA through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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