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206 babysitters are listed in State College, PA
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in State College, PA
4.7
(3)
I have 15 years of paid experience working with children of all ages as a nanny, school aide, preschool teacher and group home supervisor. I have all my childcare clearances and am certified in infant/ child first-aid, CPR and fire-safety. I bring many talents in art and music and can help with schoolwork up to middle school....
Carolyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Lyn and I work at the same school. She is very caring and enjoys being with kids. She is very good with all ages and is really good at arts and crafts"
Suzanna D.
Zaharah Z.
State College, PA
$20-27/hr • 6 yrs exp
Creative, Engaging, And Reliable Babysitter In State College Area
5.0
(2)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Zaharah! I am a warm and nurturing PhD student who has always enjoyed supporting kids and families. I am pursuing my PhD in Child Clinical Psychology at Penn State. In addition to school, I've enjoyed babysitting in my spare time. For over 5 years, I have tutored and cared for kids ages 5+ as a 1:1 school tutor,...
Zaharah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
5.0
"Zaharah asked many questions about my daughter’s likes and dislikes before the job to make sure she planned activities my daughter liked. She played games and made slime with my daughter and when my daughter wanted to watch TV, Zaharah made sure that my daughter...
Kelly F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
If you are still looking for a sitter I would love to come help out! I have already helped many care. com families and would love to meet yours !! :)
So, I am currently getting my Juris Doctorate in law at Penn State. I received my degree in psychology in undergrad from Westmont College. I absolutely love working with children...
Chase can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"There are so many great things to say about Chase! The first day that we met for the interview she arrived early. Then from there, she just continued to impress me! She has a great personality, SO easy to work with. Very accommodating!! I would contact her the...
Emily K.
Angelina R.
State College, PA
$20-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dependable Recurring Nanny And One-Time Babysitter, Experienced And Qualified
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Angelina!
I was the Lead Infant Teacher at Children of America (a curriculum-based child care center) from 2019 to 2021. After my time at the daycare, I was a nanny from 2021 to 2023 for ages 4 months - 5 years old. (Happy to provide references upon request!)
I'm currently a junior at Penn State's Main Campus...
Angelina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Angelina had been committed to nannying my 4 year old son T. for just under a year. She was incredible with T. She was never shy to get my son up and dancing and singing to music and was always sure to have healthy meals prepared for each meal time. Frequent...
Alyson F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a current college student looking for babysitting or part-time nannying jobs. I have a great background in many years of experience in babysitting/nannying. I am the second oldest in a family with four children and I love kids. I am reliable, trustworthy, creative, kind, compassionate, responsible, and fun!
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Excellent with children and babies"
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Victoria L.
State College, PA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as dependable, trustworthy, and honest. I am also very patient, caring, and loving. I love to have fun and hear stories!!
I am a student at Penn State!
I have my CPR/AED/first aid certification. I have my transportation and I am a nonsmoker. I am also fine with pets!
My best hours are afternoon to...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My children loved her and were, still are when we have Victoria come and watch my children, super excited when they saw her come in through the door. She helped my kids with their homework without us asking and had also picked up after the kids when they had gone...
Elizabeth J.
Julia W.
State College, PA
$22-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am Julia! I am a senior at Penn State University and I'm majoring in marketing. I graduate in the beginning of May and will be home in Lower Gwynedd, PA until mid July. I also will be in Avalon, NJ here and there. I would love to pick up some babysitting jobs!
I have babysat since I was 12 years old and I have experience...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Julia was great, we ended up hiring her twice in one week. She arrived right on time and did a great job with our two young kids. Would definitely recommend her"
Ryan C.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am a Doctoral Student in Occupational Therapy at Yeshiva University in Rehabilitation. I hope to have a career in Pediatric Occupational Therapy and have 8 years of babysitting/nannying experience. I love working with kids and am available for after school babysitting!
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sydney is a wonderful babysitter! She is punctual, kind, and always helpful. My three children (ages 1, 4, and 6) always enjoy spending time with her. She plays games, engages, and changes diapers. I have often seen Sydney playing on the floor with my 1 year old....
Laurie G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Howdy! I'm a high school senior and eldest sister looking for extra jobs to fund college things. I can help with most anything you need, from tiring out your little ones with playtime or finishing your laundry for you! I can also help with homework, grocery shopping, or taking care of pets. With my 7 years of experience, you can...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha was wonderful!!! We traveled from out of state and needed a babysitter to watch our daughter . Samantha drove 50 minutes to watch our daughter and kept her engaged the entire time. She is responsible and a great human! Hire her!!"
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Lily K.
State College, PA
$20-26/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! \nMy name is Lily and I am a senior at Penn State University, graduating in Spring 2024. I am majoring in marketing and hoping to find part time work while at school. I have been babysitting on and off my entire life. I am 1 of 4 children in my family and I grew up taking care of my siblings and cousins. I have been working...
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Ana F.
State College, PA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Ana and I'm an 21-year-old nutrition student at Penn State. I have had 2 years experience as a nanny with children ranging from 8 months to 12 years old. I've also have 2 years experience at a summer camp with kids ranging from 3-9 and 3 years as a Learn To Skate USA coach working with kids primarily around the ages...
Ana can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"Ana took care of our two children through their evening routines while we went out on our date night.
First of all, the children loved Ana. So much so that our three-year-old woke up the following morning and called out for Ana instead of mommy!
Ana was...
Lilli F.
Lucille L.
State College, PA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
For the year I have nannied for 2 families. The first had 4 kids, two of whom I cared for regularly although on multiple occasions I did watch all 4 kids. When my position started the kids were 3 weeks- 7 y/o. The second family I worked with had a 5 m/o child whom I cared for. With this child I spoke primarily in Spanish. With...
Lucille can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Lucy is the absolute best. She worked with my family for over a year and having her around was so great. Lucy was so engaging with my son, always playing, reading, and teaching him. She spoke solely Spanish to my son which was fantastic. I would highly recommend...
Melina I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kylie and I am 21 years old. I am a current student at Penn State University living in State College, PA. I would love to find part-time work and help families watch and care for their animals while away. I have the most experience with dogs of all ages and sizes, but also have experience with cats, lizards,...
Kylie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Kylie watched our dog, Harry, while we were on vacation. This was the first time that we didn't use family or a kennel while we were away, and Kylie made us feel so comfortable. She sent daily updates and pictures, and followed all of our instructions perfectly!...
Leah M.
Lori B.
State College, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Current Certified Teacher (20+ Years) With All Clearances
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Lori, from the State College area.
I have lived here for about 25 years and I have 3 grown children. I love the fun that comes with exploration and I love doing little projects with kiddos.
I am currently a High School Spanish teacher (23 years!) I love being a teacher and I am looking to earn some extra money for...
Lori can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Lori was wonderful. She responded right away and accommodated a last minute request to watch our daughter. She was very gentle, nice, and warm; you can tell she both has a lot of experience with children and love being around them. I would definitely recommend...
Carolyn D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Anna and I am currently a senior at The Pennsylvania State University. I am majoring in rehabilitation and human services, and am earning a minor in Psychology. I have been nannying outside of school for about 3 years, and understand that trusting someone with your child/children is not a quick or easy...
Anna can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anna cared for our infant twins and was just incredible. Her can-do, go-getter attitude allowed her to smoothly and efficiently provide loving, engaged, and developmentally appropriate care for our girls while also managing to tackle all the chores that go along...
Sarah H.
Zaharah Z.
State College, PA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Nurturing And Active Petsitter And Dogwalker In Rhode Island
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have about 10 years of experience taking care of my own family dogs, as well as petsitting cats and dogs for friends and family. I also have a year of professional experience working as a petsitter for families with several cats and dogs. I am well-equipped to care for cats and dogs of all sizes. I can handle feeding, bathing,...
Zaharah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Zaharah was timely and extremely personable. We were worried because we have a full house here with 2 cats and 2 very rambunctious pups, however Zaharah made friends with them all right away! She kept them happy and well fed and even took our pups on walks. We felt...
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5.0
(2)
Licensed Practical Nurse, moved to PA from CA a week ago. Been working as an LPN for over 2 yrs in long term geriatric setting as well as rehabilitation. Compassionate and friendly person.
Tenzin can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Tenzin cared for my Dad, who had advanced Parkinson’s. She was very caring and attentive to his needs. She had to help him with all aspects of moving around his apartment. She prepared meals for him—which he frequently commented were delicious. She was reliable and...
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Andrea S.
State College, PA
$13-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Andrea and I currently a student at Penn State University. I am home for the summer and looking for baby sitting opportunities. I adore children and am able to create fun activities to keep them busy whether it be crafts, playing outside, or playing dress up! I am also willing to help out with any household chores...
Andrea can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Andrea is was so wonderful with our kids! Punctual, communicative, and super respectful. We would love to have her babysit again."
Erin A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 3 (13, 8 and 2). I have more than 10 years of professional and personal experience with children of all ages. I have 2 degrees from penn state that include Rehabilitation and Human service also Human Development and Family Studies. I love to spend time with children, watch them grow and be a part of their...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Cindy is wonderful and creative. She prepares dinner, either at my place or hers. She keep my son busy...puzzles, trips to the farmers market, movie theater and math workbooks.
I would recommend her on a second!"
Jerry K.
Kaylie W.
State College, PA
$19-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kaylie W, I am a Penn State graduate with a degree in Geography. I love spending time with and taking care of kids and have babysat or nannied for many different children, including babies, those with special needs, and my own younger sister.
In my down time, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family,...
5.0
"Kaylie watched our two girls (4 and 6). She did a lot of art projects and played with them and they loved her. Bedtime seems to have gone perfectly and they were both asleep when we got home. She was very quick to respond when I texted her and both our cat and dog...
Alicia T.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in State College, PA
Carolyn G.
5.0
I have worked in a preschool classroom with Lyn for 2 years now and admire her natural way with children. She is patient, kind, fun, creative and great at art. I would recommend her for working with children of any age!
- Ashley M.
Zaharah Z.
5.0
Zaharah asked many questions about my daughter’s likes and dislikes before the job to make sure she planned activities my daughter liked. She played games and made slime with my daughter and when my daughter wanted to watch TV, Zaharah made sure that my daughter watched age appropriate shows. She...
- Kelly F.
Chase S.
5.0
There are so many great things to say about Chase! The first day that we met for the interview she arrived early. Then from there, she just continued to impress me! She has a great personality, SO easy to work with. Very accommodating!! I would contact her the day before with a time change or...
- Emily K.
Angelina R.
5.0
Angelina is tremendous. She is on time, pleasant and highly talented. Her disposition with both children and adults is wonderful. She's able to multitask while completing tasks to fulfillment.
- Patrick M.
Elizabeth F.
5.0
Bess is a FANTASTIC babysitter! My 3 yr old and 1 yr old boys adore her. She is great with engaging the kids in play, meeting all of their needs and has no trouble managing both at the same time for meals, bath, bedtime, etc. She is always punctual and reliable, and takes excellent care of our home...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in State College, PA:
How can I find a State College babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in State College, 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 206 babysitters in State College, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 State College, PA?
The average rate for State College, PA babysitters on Care.com is $15.20 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 State College, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in State College, 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 State College, PA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in State College, PA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 40 reviews of the 206 listed babysitters.