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60 babysitters are listed in Mercer, PA
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Mercer, PA
I've been a stay-at-home parent for nine years. I did housekeep for my grandmother prior to that. I am an organized person that enjoys making and completing lists along with the before and after of cleaning a space. I can provide nontoxic cleaning supplies or use provided cleaners. I prefer to clean evenings during the week or...
Lyndsay can also help with: Window washing, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, bathroom cleaning & more
Hi! I'm almost finished with my degree in elementary education. I have experience in my church nursery, coaching soccer, and working in schools. I am patient, organized, and timely. With my skills and experience, I can provide a safe and loving environment for your kiddos!
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Clara H.
Grove City, PA
$8-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello, I am a current college student looking to make some money over the summer. I love animals and have experience taking care of animals in the past for local families. I have experience with cats and dogs mostly and even had to give a cat several insulin shots.
Clara can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have been babysitting for family friends for years but now that I have student loans to pay off I have been babysitting for over the last year. I have my own car, great with kids and pets, non smoker, and tons of fun!
Dallas can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Rachael G.
Grove City, PA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Rachael, I love all pets but especially dogs! I've been dog sitting for friends and family the last few years and I absolutely love it! I would love to be a help to you and your furry family!
Rachael can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Kaitlyn M.
Volant, PA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Kaitlyn and I've grown up with many young siblings and cousins that I've had the pleasure of caring for. In addition I babysit for my church and often care for family friends children. I love caring for the young and growing and I would be more than happy to help you with your childcare needs.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Hi! I am a teacher who is looking to spend some extra time with kiddos on the weekends. In addition to babysitting, I offer homework help and musical instrument training. I am CPR and first aid certified.
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have lifelong experience with many animals. I currently house one medium aussiedoodle, two cats, a cockatiel and an umbrella cockatoo. I am happy to come to your home for your pet sitting needs!
Lyndsay can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello, I am going into my senior of college looking to get into a nursing career after I graduate. I have a passion and love for caring for others. I currently work at a nursing home where I love to work with my residents. I am med tech certified as well as CPR and first aid certified.
Clara can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, dementia, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning & more
Hi I am Clara, I am 20 years old and I love kids and hanging out with them. I have baby sitted for others in the past and am willing to be active with the kids. I am willing to watch pretty much all ages of children . I am CPR certified. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands as well.
Clara can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as fun reliable and caring
I like caring for seniors because I love serving people. They need treated with respect, dignity, and honor. I am dependable, honest, and love interacting with them. Cooking and cleaning is my passion. I worked for eight years in an upscale nursing home in Ohio and from...
Geneva can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, errands & more
Elena M.
Grove City, PA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Looking for a babysitting/nanny position. I have an Early Childhood Education certificate and four years of experience in both private and public settings. I am also CPR/First Aid certified, as well as having current clearances. I have reliable transportation and am comfortable with pets.
Elena can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
20-year-old English student with experience tutoring reading, writing, grammar, and test prep. I have worked with students at an elementary, middle, and high school level, and I am currently halfway through getting my Bachelor's degrees in English and History.
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Courtney. I am 18 and have owned pets for as long as I have lived. The pets I have owned have been small mammals, rodents, horses, fish and a few lizards. I currently have a fish. I have watched several of my friends' pets overnight while on vacation.
Courtney can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am a Christian mom of 4 and a grandma of 4 and a dog mom of two Pomeranian's I understand how hard it is to find good trust worthy care for your child or loved ones being in those situations myself. I am looking for part time employment. Let me know if you would want someone who cares and is very reliable.
I have worked in...
Laurie can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Laurie did a wonderful job caring for our home bound, 83 yo father. We live 6 hours away and needed help desperately. She assisted him with his shopping, laundry, prescription pick up and house work etc.. She rushed over to help him the night his lift chair...
Donna R.
Shirley F.
Hubbard, OH
$14-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am the 5th child of 10 siblings and first girl so I've grown up being a mini mom to my siblings, I have experience with children of all ages and currently work as a teacher part-time at a daycare/preschool. I have an associates degree in dietetics. Currently I'm doing some traveling. I can work flexible times and have reliable...
Shirley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shirley is very professional, on time and very caring and loving to my four children. I would positively recommend her to friends and family. She is very kind and you will know your little ones are in good hands! A+"
Michael W.
5.0
(5)
Hello,
My name is Courtney. I am fun, loving and full of energy. I have kiddos 4 ages 1 month , 4 , 6 and 6. I graduated from Butler community college with an A. A in Psychology & A. A in General studies.
I worked as:
Associate Tutor for Butler County Community College
Nurses Aid in the ICU (intensive care unit) at Grove...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Courtney has babysat for me for many years. She is great with children. She is very knowledgeable when it comes to infants and small children. "
Tessa S.
Raegan O.
Slippery Rock, PA
$15-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm 22. I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, and respectful. I am in nursing school in Butler County Community College. I am CPR/AED certified. I started babysitting kids when I was 15. Ive taken care of 2 kids with autism for 4 plus years. I've nannied a 20-month-old, a 3-year-old, and a 4-year-old. I worked...
Raegan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"We hired Raegan to help with child care for our 20 month old son. She was on time after 1st day (our apartment is hard to find), she was reliable and open to changes. I would just suggest making sure that if you schedule her for a time, you discuss about what...
Veronica A.
Chloe L.
Hubbard, OH
$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Chloe, I have my bachelors degree in Inclusive Early Childhood Education from BGSU. Being around children and interacting with them is a passion of mine. I worked as an inclusive preschool teacher for 2 years. I currently took a year off because I had my son in April 2023.
I have experience working with newborns...
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Chloe was extremely flexible, dependable, and great with children. We were visiting from out of town and she really allowed my husband and I to enjoy a wedding celebration by helping calm and care for our two children. She is a professional educator and knew how to...
Kathleen S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Summer, I am 26 years old and I have a 2-year-old daughter! I live in Hermitage, Pa. I am looking for a full time position with a family that is comfortable with me bringing my daughter with me as well. I have always loved working with children. I worked in daycares for about 8 years before having my daughter!...
Summer can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Summer is very fun and loving, she has hung out with me and my children on numerous occasions and has watched them for me as well. I don't trust my children with a lot of people but I most definitely trust them with Summer. Summer is also very dependable and loves...
Kristin C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Mercer, PA
Laurie M.
5.0
Laurie did a wonderful job caring for our home bound, 83 yo father. We live 6 hours away and needed help desperately. She assisted him with his shopping, laundry, prescription pick up and house work etc.. She rushed over to help him the night his lift chair broke and called us immediately while...
- Donna R.
Shirley F.
5.0
Shirley is very professional, on time and very caring and loving to my four children. I would positively recommend her to friends and family. She is very kind and you will know your little ones are in good hands! A+
- Michael W.
Courtney M.
5.0
Courtney has babysat for me for many years. She is great with children. She is very knowledgeable when it comes to infants and small children.
- Tessa S.
Raegan O.
5.0
We hired Raegan to help with child care for our 20 month old son. She was on time after 1st day (our apartment is hard to find), she was reliable and open to changes. I would just suggest making sure that if you schedule her for a time, you discuss about what happens if someone comes home early,...
- Veronica A.
Chloe L.
5.0
Chloe was extremely flexible, dependable, and great with children. We were visiting from out of town and she really allowed my husband and I to enjoy a wedding celebration by helping calm and care for our two children. She is a professional educator and knew how to give positive discipline and my...
- Kathleen S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Mercer, PA:
How can I find a Mercer babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Mercer, 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 5 babysitters in Mercer, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Mercer, PA?
The average rate for Mercer, PA babysitters on Care.com is $14.80 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 Mercer, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Mercer, 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.