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70 babysitters are listed in Media, PA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Media, PA
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Kasey! I am a kindergarten teacher within Garnet Valley School District and absolutely love working with kids! I received a dual degree in early elementary education and special education from York College of Pennsylvania and my masters in education from Villanova University. I am looking for a summer position. I...
Kasey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Kasey is actually a volunteer of The Lehman Center in York, part of Children's Aid Society. Kasey has been a childcare volunteer working with staff and the children who are in the center's crisis nursery and those children who are in a childcare group while their...
Shari G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Victoria and I am a senior psychology major at West Chester University! I started babysitting when I was 14 for multiple families and children ranging from 0-14. I have 5 younger siblings so I have plenty of capability when it comes to taking care of multiple children at a time!
In high school, I took child...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Victoria is truly the best. My kids absolutely adore her and we miss her so much. I cannot recommend her enough!"
Kim G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For as long as I can remember, I have always had a love for children. I have spent a countless number of years babysitting for family friends as well as the neighborhood kids. I recently had a child of my own in Sept 2015, who I ideally would like to bring with me. I have an extensive amount of experience working with all ages....
Elisha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My 2 year old and I were very impressed with Elisha. Meeting her on this site was great. She will hopefully work with us in the future."
Lisa F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from George Washington University in 2018 . During high school and summers, I babysat often. I enjoy spending time with children especially playing games and doing crafts. I majored in Dance and Organizational Sciences. Since college, I have been working in Production for Theater and Dance.
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"My husband had a business trip to Philly and we hired Kristen to help us get around with 2 little ones. While Hubby was working Kristen did an amazing job keeping my willful 2yr old entertained which is not an easy thing in a small hotel room. She also helped us...
Wendy G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! My name is Ellie S. I am currently enrolled in Villanova's school counseling graduate program. I have been working in an elementary school the past 2 years as a one-on-one in special education. I am available for the occasional week night and weekend sitting. I am looking for regular weekend sitting opportunities.
Elinor can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ellie did a great job watching our two girls for an afternoon out! They loved her and had a great time! We'll definitely hire her again!"
Michelle C.
5.0
(1)
*** Currently looking for a part time or full-time Summer 2024 nanny position***
I am 29 years old, recent graduate from Penn State with a BA in psychology. I have over 9 years of experience with various babysitting jobs, and in those 9 years I have 7 years experience being a nanny. I enjoy doing arts & crafts, reading to...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allison is very thoughtful and intelligent young girl who was very engaging to speak to at our interview. I will definitely be using her in the future for nights out."
Michael D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Looking to babysit/nanny for this summer on weekends. I am 27 and have a full time job during the week. I just graduated with my MPH last year, recently married, and have the cutest puppy. I absolutely love kids, I used to work in the daycare setting, usually with younger children (infant-2 years) but I have babysat for families...
Mackenzie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"I have had to privilege of knowing Mackenzie in both a personal and professional manner. She has completed many professional observation hours at my private practice which specializes in speech-language pathology services for children and adults. Mackenzie always...
Jodi K.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I graduated last May with my bachelor's degree in social work and moved to this area in February from NC. I am loving it so far and looking forward to meeting local families through this site and building some lasting connections!
I've worked with kids in various settings including daycares, summer camps, elementary schools,...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Caroline looked after our three children (ages 4, 6, 9) for two weeks this summer while our regular nanny was out of town. She did an excellent job! Always arrived on time; seemed very organized, moving the kids through a variety of activities; easy to communicate...
Douglas S.
Stephanie K.
Media, PA
$22-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Creative, Fun, Accountable With Good Management Skills: Studying Early Childhood Ed
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a 10u softball coach and I have been babysitting infants through the age of 11 since I was 15 years old. Over the years I grew a passion for inspiring and teaching young kids that I decided to take my career path that way and became a teacher.
Throughout college, I worked part-time at daycare on top of nannying....
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Korin A.
Media, PA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Korin and I am currently a student at College of Charleston. I have been babysitting for the past 5 years and I am reliable and trustworthy. I will always be interacting with the children and keeping them occupied. I enjoy playing games, doing crafts, and spending time outdoors. I am CPR/first aid certified and...
Korin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Korin is fantastic with the kids! They loved her and even my husband liked her lol. She's very responsible with them while still being gentle and patient. Everything I needed. Could not recommend enough!"
Marcy D.
Alexandra B.
Media, PA
$15/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am very experienced with all kinds of animals. I have owned birds, fish, hamsters, rabbits, and most of all - dogs! I have volunteered at the ASPCA as well as the Animal Cruelty Society. I walk pets!, as well, and I enjoy every minute. I am open to all pet care- I can give baths, walks, and pet sitting.
Alexandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Great communication and my dog loved his walks! We had family come back to live with us, otherwise I would continue to work with her and would hire her again in the future."
Michael M.
4.0
(1)
I am a big animal lover. My entire life, I have always had some kind of pet. I have had dogs, cats, guinea pigs, rats, reptiles, fish, and everything. Not only have I had pets but whenever I would visit my aunt, it was like going to a farm. She had everything from goats to bunnies. I also have worked at a pet store for 4 years....
Elisha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
4.0
"If our schedules had lined up just a bit better I would have hired Elisha. My girls really liked her and I felt very comfortable trusting her to care for them."
Kathryn J.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Megan!
I'm here to provide online tutoring services in French, math, and art!
I am a:
Biligual French-American dual citizen
Certified tutor with over 10 years of experience working with children and adults of diverse ages
The highest performing 7th grade math teacher of Ranson IB Middle School in 2019
Kind, patient...
5.0
"Megan has helped my daughter with her homework in pre-algebra of 7th grade. She explains math very well and gives the example of the questions to practice. We have her tutoring online which is very convenient. I highly recommend Megan P. if you need an experience...
Nonthika B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've taken care of neighbors' dogs and cats for them while they were away. I love all types of animals. I'm happy to walk dogs, scoop boxes, and do whatever I need to do for the animals while their owners are gone!
Caroline can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
I have 5 years of experience as a babysitter. I am also a certified lifeguard with 3 years of experience as a lifeguard and teaching swim lessons. I am currently a college student studying nursing. I have several years of experience as a camp counselor and enjoy working with children.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm currently a travel physical therapist assistant in between assignments in the San Diego area. I babysat through out college for different families. The kids I have babysat for range from 5 months old to 7 years old. My responsibilities included getting them ready for school, light cooking, bathing, changing diapers, play...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Elizabeth G.
Media, PA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Super Duper Fun Babysitter- College Student Home For Summer
Hello!
My name is Lizzy, I am a 19-year-old college student at NC State looking to spend my summer doing something I love, working with kids! I have tons of experience as I have been babysitting since the age of 13. Being a part of a childcare program at my high school helped me learn valuable teaching and care skills. I am...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been working with kids since I was a freshman in high school, babysitting neighbor's children, teacher's children, etc. Usually, I've worked with 3 to 5 kids while their parents go out for dinner on weekends. I was also a certified lifeguard and swim teacher for 6 years, so I have worked with larger groups of kids,...
Alice can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Danica. I am 32 years old. I am currently looking for a summer babysitting position. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I have watched kids ages newborn - 14 years old. I have a degree in Sociology and Psychology. I also have references. I look forward to hearing from you.
Danica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Marie L.
Media, PA
$45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time Caregiver, Babysitter, Personal Chef, Personal Assistant
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have three children of my own, ages are 23, 19 and 10, two girls and a boy. I am also a professional chef and have been a housekeeper for private families for over 15 years.
Marie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Media, PA
Kasey F.
5.0
Kasey is actually a volunteer of The Lehman Center in York, part of Children's Aid Society. Kasey has been a childcare volunteer working with staff and the children who are in the center's crisis nursery and those children who are in a childcare group while their parents attend a parent support...
- Shari G.
Victoria V.
5.0
Victoria is truly the best. My kids absolutely adore her and we miss her so much. I cannot recommend her enough!
- Kim G.
Elisha C.
5.0
My 2 year old and I were very impressed with Elisha. Meeting her on this site was great. She will hopefully work with us in the future.
- Lisa F.
Kristen L.
5.0
My husband had a business trip to Philly and we hired Kristen to help us get around with 2 little ones. While Hubby was working Kristen did an amazing job keeping my willful 2yr old entertained which is not an easy thing in a small hotel room. She also helped us navigate easily around the city. This...
- Wendy G.
Elinor S.
5.0
Ellie did a great job watching our two girls for an afternoon out! They loved her and had a great time! We'll definitely hire her again!
- Michelle C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Media, PA:
How can I find a Media babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Media, 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 70 babysitters in Media, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Media, PA?
The average rate for Media, PA babysitters on Care.com is $19.70 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 Media, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Media, 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 Media, PA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Media, PA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 70 listed babysitters.