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Khyia B.

Organized And Reliable Sitter

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hey, my name is Koda and I'm an educator, an artist, and a childcare worker with 6. 5 years of paid experience working with ages 1< to 12. I'm looking to help a family in need while I'm on the east coast for the summer. I'm very flexible in the hours that I am available, and I am also able to assist in many different types of...

Halley M. says "Koda is awesome. Koda is super engaged and really connects and plays with my son C. We will definitely continue to use Koda as our sitter!"

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Linda K.

Full Or Part Time Nanny

Broomall, PA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! I'm a former teacher and current nanny and the mom of a just turned 2-year-old son. I've worked with multiple families (one family for 6 1/2 years!) over the last 10 years, including infants as young as 11 weeks, both as a full time nanny and as an occasionally babysitter. Since my son was born I've watched other children...

Chelsea B. says "Linda nannied for us from the time our son was 4 months until 2 years, and was amazing! She was incredibly reliable and was great with our son. She even...

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Ana P.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Ana! I am an energetic, active and fun loving sitter. I am a professional modern dancer and college student who is seeking a degree in teaching. I love to plan activities like educational field trips, outdoor adventures, and crafts. My goal is to continue to uphold foundations and expectations created by parents,...

Elizabeth B. says "Ana was absolutely wonderful to our sons and a part of our family for the past year as our nanny. She will be moving on to the next chapter of her...

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Erin W.

Reliable Nanny

Paulsboro, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Good afternoon, I'm Erin! I'm a hard and reliable worker with a flexible schedule. I am a certified elementary school teacher, along with a cheerleading coach. I have worked with children of all ages ranging from infants to 16 years of age. I have taught grades 2nd through 6th. Watching children learn is a passion of mine. I...

Andrea M. says "We needed a last minute babysitter for our 14 month old and Erin was able to come through for us. She's absolutely wonderful with our son and he's so...

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Rosemary C.

Social Work Student With Flexible Hours

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! I'm Rosemary, and I am a seasoned childcare provider with experience in the nursery and kindergarten classroom as well as a decade of private babysitting for infants through tweens. My childcare practice is informed not only by years of experience but by studying child psychology through my social work masters, which I...

Care Member says "Rosie is wonderful with our children. They are always happy to see her. She has fed them, put them to bed, and completed amazingly creative art projects...

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Gabriella D.

Full-time Nanny Available

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! My name is Gabriella, I'm a former Au pair looking for a new full-time job. On my Au pair years I took care of a 1yo boy and after I started caring for three children (6yo, 4yo, and 7months old since she was a newborn). I'm CPR certified and very comfortable working in a family with pets. When I'm with the children I like...

Silvia S. says "She's very responsible and friendly! My daughter loves spending time with her! Very energetic person."

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Aissata B.

Glenolden, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Bonjour,! I have nearly five years of experience caring for children and truly enjoy getting to know the families I work with. I love being with kids, and am excited patient helpful and so thankful to be able to work with them often! I live in Glenolden and also speak French. If families/children are interested I love...

Jennifer T. says "Very nice, very warm person, very fun with kids."

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Brittany R.

Glen Mills, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
In Grad school to be a K-12 school counselor!! I have a AA in psychology, and a BS in psychology! I'd describe my personality as shy, friendly, and funny. (: I like working with kids because I come from a big family -6 kids- & that's what makes me good with them (2nd oldest child here). (: I'm looking for a job that...

Raven E. says "Brittany watched our son for 2 weeks while we waited for daycare enrollment to begin. She did a great job with him, they really seemed to bond! She was...

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Mackenzie S.

Fun And Responsible Bilingual Full Time Nanny

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
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I'm Mackenzie, an educator and mentor and I am looking for a great family to work with for the summer! I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages and I greatly value education, non violent communication and child centered free play. I am open to meal prep, house work, and transportation. I am also interested...

Caitlin W. says "Mackenzie was our favorite babysitter! Our children loved her so much and we felt very comfortable leaving them in her care. Hands down would hire her...

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Skyler B.

Part-Time Babysitter Available In Center City Philadelphia.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Skyler! I have been a childcare specialist since 2011 and have cared for ages as young as 9 days to 15 years old and everything in between! My favorite ages to work with are newborns, infants, and toddlers! I love supporting these ages through their developmental milestones. As a nanny, I view my role as a...

Care Member says "Skyler is incredible caring. She has watched our infant on numerous occasions and always has taken care of her. I trust her with our baby girl who she...

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Melissa B.

Holistic Mamma

Havertown, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I have 23 years of experience working with children between being a mother and watching children through the years plus 7 years at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia as a Respiratory Therapist. I resigned from CHOP in 2021 to pursue my passion of holistic health as a Reiki practitioner/teacher/natural wellness guide (low tox...

Kellie D. says "Melissa is great with my 4m/o son. She is punctual, flexible, and dependable. She agreed to meet with me before starting with us to get familiar with how...

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Alexia M.

Trustworthy, Responsible And Loving Nanny With 7 Years Experience!

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience
Hi I'm Lexie! I am a very reliable, trustworthy, and creative person who has approximately 7 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care and I'm willing to do additional tasks if requested. I am also CPR certified, have a drivers license and can provide...

Care Member says "Lexie was a caring, responsible nanny! She worked full time for us for 8 months until Covid struck and I had to stop working. After that she did some...

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Ana S.

Full Time Caregiver

Media, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I'm available weekends and weekdays at night. My work experience has allowed me to work in the care of children of different ages. I am a teacher and due to my knowledge in pedagogy and neuroeducation I help to enhance psychomotor and learning skills, especially in early childhood, which will allow the better development of...

Julie M. says "Miss Ana has been the nanny for our now three year old son for nearly two and a half years. She has been absolutely wonderful to him, a true blessing to...

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Hannah H.

Graduate Student- Babysitter

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
hi! i'm a graduate student looking for part-time babysitting jobs while I work to complete my degree! One thing you should know about me is i've worked with kids in schools(general education and special education), camps, churches, hospitals, and as a babysitter ever since I was in high school! In my spare time, I like to...

Kimberlee B. says "Hannah has been working with us this summer and my girls adore her. She is great at communicating and very punctual. She takes initiative and is just a...

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Kurlene G.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I will admit that I don't have a lot of paid experience. I do have a 9yr old autistic daughter and a few nieces/nephews that I've cared for. I have all my clearances, my own fully insured vehicle and my CNA certification. I'll be starting my classes for the Nursing program in January.

Maquita S. says "My Husband & I were visiting the Philadelphia area from out of town for a few days and were in need of a sitter so that we could attend a special event...

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Joyce S.

Part Time House Cleaner

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I am Joyce. I'm a 60-year-old wife, mother of three (now grown ups) and grandmother of one. I retired in 2010 from a major telecommunication company after 32 years of service. I am married and have been keeping my own house since I was 25. I have gained commercial experience, over the past year and a half. I give close attention...

Albany B. says "Joyce is hard working, dependable, and trustworthy. "

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Andrea D.

High Energy Retired Businesswomen And Mother Of Three Seeking Child Or Elder Care Position.

Haverford, PA

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Retired professional woman worked in nursing facilities for 25+ years. Raised 3 sons as a single Mom, twins who have a chronic respiratory issue, in and out of hospitals thru middle school. Care giving for seniors, 99-year-old , dementia, fall risk, incontinent , 71 yr old, broken back, 60 yr old ALS, (total care, immobile)...

Sara K. says "Andrea cared for our 22-month old daughter for 6 months during the pandemic, as part of a nanny-share with another family. Andrea was very Covid...

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Denise P.

Newborn Nanny / Postpartum Doula, Specializing In Multiples, And Overnight Care

Broomall, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
I am an experienced newborn nanny and postpartum Doula specializing in multiples. I provide care for mothers and newborns, in their home; days, evenings and overnights. My life's work has been a dedication to women, children, and families for more than 40 years. I work exclusively with newborns and infants up to 14 months. I...

Stephanie N. says "Denise is an amazing nanny! It is my pleasure to recommend her to any family. She cared for my son who was almost 4 months old at the time. Denise is...

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Deon M.

Full Time/Part Time Housekeeping

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
The positions I'm interested in is housekeeping, I would consider myself a hard worker who does my job to the best of my ability. I am a great communicator, with over 20 years experience in housekeeping experience. I want to remain receptive to suggestions and open for improvement in whatever opportunity may be given to me.

Sharon P. says "Deon is loving and caring, she is dedicated and does everything to the best of her ability."

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Margaret L.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hello! My name is Margaret. I am a 34-year-old Full-time Nanny and House Manager, and an Auntie of 8. Children make my world go round, and being a part of a forming child's life is something I take very seriously. I am a California Native, who spent a decade in Chicago, and is now enjoying the beautiful state of PA. I have been...

Jennifer O. says "Margaret has boundless energy, patience, and positivity! She quickly connected with our then-two now-three-year-old daughter who eagerly awaits by the...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 3.5

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Swarthmore, PA

Babysitters in Swarthmore, PA are rated 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Khyia B.

Koda is awesome. Koda is super engaged and really connects and plays with my son C. We will definitely continue to use Koda as our sitter!

- Halley M.

Linda K.

Linda nannied for us from the time our son was 4 months until 2 years, and was amazing! She was incredibly reliable and was great with our...

- Chelsea B.

Ana P.

Ana was absolutely wonderful to our sons and a part of our family for the past year as our nanny. She will be moving on to the next chapter...

- Elizabeth B.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Swarthmore, PA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Swarthmore, 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 Swarthmore, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.5. 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 Swarthmore, PA babysitters on Care.com is $19.00 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 Swarthmore, 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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