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2,969 babysitters are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Philadelphia, PA
Rebecca T.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an active, experienced 34-year-old. I'm the second eldest of four siblings, and I've had babysitting jobs since I was about 14. I've worked in a day care and as a gymnastics coach. I have experience with kids from 4 weeks old and up, including twins, triplets, and multiple children. I love getting outside with the...
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca is a fantastic babysitter!! She really gave our kids tons of attention and read to them and played. We are sad to move far away otherwise we would love her as a date night babysitter"
Heather K.
Leah S.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Starting from 13 years old I have been a go-to babysitter for multiple families in my neighborhood along with families through word of mouth. While beginning college at Temple University in the fall of 2017, I decided to take a break from babysitting, but I still remained to work with children through an AmeriCorps volunteer...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was very attentive, caring, and loving towards my kids. They LOVE having her around. I would definitely request her services again!"
Tee M.
Rahnea F.
Philadelphia, PA
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
I'd describe my personality as loving, funny & outgoing
I like working with kids because it's feels good to know your apart of a child growth. Watching kids reached milestone are a great feelings
I'm looking for a job that helps me support my dream in becoming a daycare owner & meet great kids that I'm allowed to be there for...
Rahnea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Rahnea is very dedicated and shows a huge interest in the care of children. Her bubbly personality and ability to understand children is what impressed me most. Rahnea is not afraid to ask questions and adapts well. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!!
I'm an elementary social worker for Abington School District who's creative and outgoing. Looking for one-time or ongoing gigs for after school hours or weekends. I have my Masters in Social Services with a LSW. I've been working with kids since I was 14, including summer camp jobs, babysitting/nannying gigs, and 2 years...
Rose can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rose has been with us for a few months. She's a lifesaver. Great with the kids, dependable, trustworthy. Absolutely recommend."
Ashley R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Nijé
I am a Spelman College graduate, co'18, currently serving as a 3/4th grade math teacher and learning specialist. I am in my 3rd year of teaching, currently at KIPP NJ. I have taught Kindergarten, 3rd grade, 4th grade, and 5th grade. Teaching and caring for children is my truly my passion. Ranging from the...
Nije can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Niji provided early morning care (6am) and early evening care for my 2 sons - 13 & 11 yrs. She got my oldest up & moving in the am - ensure he ate, brushed teeth & etc. Nije transported him to catch train to school, and did pick up post BB practice. She was...
Tracy M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 25-year-old college graduate. Pursuing a career in theater, applying to grad school and exploring the city. The theater scene in Philly is a thriving community that relies on artists having multiple income streams and flexible schedules. I have been babysitting and nannying for over 10 years and I love kids of all...
Tess can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Tess is a great babysitter and we feel lucky to have had her in our lives. She is very calm and patient. Our children love her and bonded with her quickly and easily. She is engaged with the children and implements instruction well. We recommend her without...
Lily T.
Citlalic M.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Citlalic. I am currently in school working my way up to become a dental assistant. I love working with kids and getting to know them. My favorite Disney movie is COCO I love making art and crafts, doing outdoor activities and watching movies. I am vaccinated (boosters included) and take precautions when it...
Citlalic can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents! I am a lovely, creative, sociable, responsible and also a very careful woman. I strive to create many different kinds of activities for the kids so they are always having fun and learning new things. Some of these include reading, practicing sports, having fun at the playground, exploring museums, watching movies and...
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karen occasionally looks after my niece and she is absolutely wonderful! She is extremely friendly, punctual, reliable and has been a delight to work with. Not to mention she is amazing with my niece! She has been the only caregiver that has given me complete peace...
Michael B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*fully vaccinated*
I am a naturally empathetic, easy going, pet- and child- magnet. I'm easily approachable, gentle and kind. I am queer & non-binary (they/them pronouns) and conversational in Spanish.
I have extensive experience babysitting and as a teacher's assistant in my teens and 20s. I currently have 2 dogs, but have...
Vick can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Vicky provided childcare services for our 6-year-old son between fall 2021 and spring 2022- picking him up from school and driving him to his swimming class or back home for activity time until the end of the work day. Vicky instantly hit it off with our son during...
Kimberly S.
Maura W.
Philadelphia, PA
$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Maura. I am a junior in college. I have had many nannying and babysitting jobs that have involved cleaning, cooking, laundry, etc. I love doing these jobs, and I am looking to get into this field! I am very detail oriented, and passionate with my work. I am very precise with how I clean. I give every job my all and...
Maura can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, window washing
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
My name is Rubia and I am 26 years old and I am a college student at Rowan University. I have a lot of experience with dogs and cats.
I grew up having a dog as a pet for almost my whole life. I also currently own a cat.
My most recent experience taking care of another family's dog while I was babysitting the family's...
Rubia can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation & more
Helen A.
Philadelphia, PA
$27-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children ever since I was 11 years old. I started off as a mother's helper until I was old enough to babysit on my own. The youngest child I have ever watched was 6 months old and the oldest child I have ever watched was 12 years old; I am comfortable with all ages! I can provide you with references from...
Helen can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Helen saved me when I received temporary custody of 4 kids through foster care. The children quickly grew to love her . I could trust her handling 4 kids for long periods of time. When she began caring for the kids they were 11 months , 3,4 and 8. My 3 year old...
Marissa T.
Maya H.
Philadelphia, PA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a graduate from the University of Pittsburgh who is available on Wednesdays as well as weekends to help watch littles! I I love kids and crafts and baking, as well as outdoor activities! I have experience babysitting for many families, as well as experience working in child watch at the YMCA. I am CPR certified and am...
Maya can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maya is excellent! She is the first person outside of family to care for our infant. She is fantastic, a great communicator, very punctual! As a new mom, my trust in her allows me to focus while at work, or relax while out. It's something I wasn't sure I was going...
Emily S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My experience caring for children ranges from babysitting family members or friends children to 2 different nanny experiences that lasted 3+ years. One experience was a little boy who was 18 months old when I met him. I cared for him Monday through Friday full time. We did many fundamental activities, as well as physical...
Francesca can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"We interviewed Frankie for a nanny position for our 7 month old. It didn't end up working out due to some personal reasons on our end but Frankie left a great impression on us. She was punctual, responsive, hard working, and have a great attitude. We loved her...
Care member
Francesca D.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Francesca and I'd love to babysit/nanny for you! I have a background in medical assisting and childcare. I previously worked as a camp counselor, an assistant teacher at a daycare, a medical assistant for a skin cancer clinic, and most recently I was the medical professional at a K-8 school. My responsibilities as an...
Francesca can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Frankie was an absolute delight! She was really good with our 3 year old twins and they loved her so much. She was never late and always in a good mood. I don't want to leave my kids with just anyone so I really liked that Frankie had experience working at a day...
Lexie M.
Kinbrae S.
Philadelphia, PA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Kinbrae. I'm an infant nanny in West Philadelphia and have my master's degree in early childhood education from The University of Pennsylvania. I've always loved working with children and have experience caring for kids from birth through school age. I'm calming, caring, and patient, striving to bring a sense of peace to...
Kinbrae can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Kinbrae was wonderful. She was prompt, communicative, and professional. We hired her while out of town, but I wish she lived closer to us so we could use her again. I highly recommend her!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Greetings Families!
My name is Niya and I have been working in childcare for seven years! In 2015, I started as a floater in a childcare center. During this time, I worked with children as young as 6 weeks up until 5 years old! Since then I have done babysitting, nannying, and ran my own infant classroom.
I began my studies...
Niya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We absolutely love Niya. She cared for our daughter when she was an infant and young toddler (and she was not an easy baby). Niya was always patient, knowledgeable, and incredibly kind. She is reliable and a great communicater. Would absolutely recommend her for...
Care member
Jasmine B.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Jasmine B. A Passionate Social Worker With A Passion For Child Care And Child Welfare.
5.0
(1)
Hi!
My name is Jasmine B. I am a currently a graduate student in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I have always had a passion for children and teaching and I am grateful to share my passions and experiences with your family.
Previous to earning my Bachelors degree from University in Rochester Hills, Michigan, my profession has...
Jasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jasmine is very dependable and has truly changed my kids lives. She nannied for my 3 kids 6, 8, and 12 and even still keeps in touch with them. We no longer needed the extra help but we still stay in touch because of the impact she's had on the kids. She is very...
Laurel W.
Nicole S.
Philadelphia, PA
$17/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver - Center City And Surrounding Areas
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as charismatic, patient, and kind.
I like working with kids because there is so much they are learning and discovering and it's a joy to see the world through a child's eyes.
I'm looking for a job that provides me with a purpose, stability, and ideally includes a great family/caregiver relationship...
5.0
"Nicole was so lovely! She was on time, super communicative, and most importantly she did a great job watching our daughter. I would absolutely recommend hiring her!"
Anne P.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
**Currently My Only Availability Is Wednesdays and then Thursday And Friday Nights And The Weekends- Thanks!**
Hello! My name is Gemma, and I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old and honestly I love it! I graduated from law school this summer (2023) and am currently studying for the bar full time and babysitting after...
Gemma can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gemma did an excellent job watching our 2 year old. Will 100% be hiring her again, she arrived on time and took the time to really listen and go over our needs with us! A joy to hire."
Gemma R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Philadelphia, PA
Rebecca T.
5.0
Rebecca is a fantastic babysitter!! She really gave our kids tons of attention and read to them and played. We are sad to move far away otherwise we would love her as a date night babysitter
- Heather K.
Leah S.
5.0
She was very attentive, caring, and loving towards my kids. They LOVE having her around. I would definitely request her services again!
- Tee M.
Rahnea F.
5.0
Rahnea has been my go to caretaker for my boys since 2020. She is very attentive and nurturing to them. I recommend her every chance I get.
- Care member
Rose W.
5.0
Rose has been with us for a few months. She's a lifesaver. Great with the kids, dependable, trustworthy. Absolutely recommend.
- Ashley R.
Nije B.
5.0
Niji provided early morning care (6am) and early evening care for my 2 sons - 13 & 11 yrs. She got my oldest up & moving in the am - ensure he ate, brushed teeth & etc. Nije transported him to catch train to school, and did pick up post BB practice. She was terrific - the boys loved her. She was...
- Tracy M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Philadelphia, PA:
How can I find a Philadelphia babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Philadelphia, 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 2,969 babysitters in Philadelphia, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Philadelphia, PA?
The average rate for Philadelphia, PA babysitters on Care.com is $18.10 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 Philadelphia, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 1,112 reviews of the 2,969 listed babysitters.