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60 babysitters are listed in Swarthmore, PA
The average rate is $17/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Swarthmore, PA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very active grandmother who, since 2014 had the experience of being a nanny with three different families/five children (they keep growing up). My current family is transferring to NC in the Fall. It brought me great joy to be with these children during their early years of development. It is time for me to begin again...
Regina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have had the honor of having Regina be our daughter's nanny for the past two years. We consider ourselves so very lucky to have Regina in our lives! She has far exceeded our expectations as a nanny and has gone above and beyond. She truly cares about our...
Kavitha K.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Symah. I come from a big loving family which started my love for children. I've been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I love to do indoor and outdoor activities so children are never bored. I have babysat newborns to 13 years old. I have babysat for 3 families full-time for the past 3 years. I also been...
Symah can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
" She is very kind and polite. My children love her and I would definitely recommend her. She is very caring, giving, outgoing, and creative. She is great for children of all ages. Her positivity and compassion just fills the room. She also is very reliable. I can...
Chrishon A.
5.0
(1)
I absolutely love animals I have had them my whole childhood and also taken care of them. I currently have a 5 yr old Terrier Mix and 2 yr old Newfoundland, so I am compatible with any sizes/ages! I am great with any animals and would love to help. I have a very flexible schedule. I can give baths when needed, dog walk and of...
Sarah can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
At this time I am not looking for a position. Thank you for your consideration and good luck on your search!
Hello! My name is Briana :) caring and making long-lasting memories with children is a passion of mine. I have worked at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts at the Sunday family workshops and Summer Art Camp....
Briana can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"She has babysat once for us so far and all went very well that night! The kids loved her. She did art projects with them. She paid attention to our requests and did just what we asked her to do that night. She was on top of it! She is also very friendly and...
Reyes C.
Samantha R.
Bryn Mawr, PA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had 4 years of babysitting/nanny experience and absolutely love spending time with kids. I am very responsible, fun, outgoing, and patient and want your children in the best/safest care. I also have a car and can provide transportation.
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Samantha W.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Energetic, Playful Weeknight And Weekend Sitter!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun, energetic
I'm looking for a family that is looking for nights and weekend babysitting jobs including overnight weekends!
I am looking for jobs in either Philadelphia or the surrounding suburbs. I have family in the western suburbs of Philadelphia and am out there all the time so...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Samantha was on-time, enthusiastic, and sweet with my baby boy. Very warm and set our hearts at ease the minute she walked in the door. Samantha was excellent!"
Jia L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience. I have been working for clients in Ardmore, Wynnewood, Haverford, Bryn Mawr, Bala Cynwyd, Merion Station and Gladwyne. I only work with weekly and biweekly regular clients. I consider myself a hard working, meticulous, detail-oriented, responsible, reliable, and easy-going person. I understand...
Erika can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Erika has worked with our family as both a nanny and housekeeper for 9 years. She is reliable, trustworthy, thoughtful and loving towards our children. Erika is meticulous, takes initiative and goes above and beyond what is asked of her. Erika requires no...
Peshani S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an Irish lady who has 20+ years experiences with child care and elderly care. I have been a companion for many years. I am a very kind trustworthy and professional, and have reference. and happy to answer any other questions you may have. I also have had my covid vaccines
Catherine can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
5.0
"Catherine is a great hard worker! My parents love having her come and she takes wonderful care of them. She is also the best cleaner! "
Suzanne Z.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Your child's soon-to-be favorite child care provider who loves children is here and my name is Sheena. I'm available for full-time or part-time hours and my hours are flexible. I have cared for many children for many years of all ages from infants to teenagers and it's a wonderful job to have. It has always been a blast...
Sheena can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Unfortunately it didn't work out because we only need someone part time and she's looking for full time but she met my son and he really liked Sheena. She came on time, spent two hours with him and stays in touch if I message her. Anyone would be lucky to get her!"
Deb K.
Gabrielle H.
Broomall, PA
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience with children ages newborn to teens. I have worked for a couple day cares. I was not thrilled about the quality of care some had provided. I currently work at a large doctors office Monday-Friday. I used nanny for one family before and after school. I still date night babysit for them and...
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Gabby is the BEST dog sitter ever. Our dogs (2) love her and are so excited when she comes that they forget us! Gabby sends daily pictures and videos and always leaves the house spotless. I cannot recommend Gabby enough. A++++++++"
Bethann K.
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, daily feeding, pet sitting
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
(1)
I am a mother of 4 with three kids in college, I ran my own day care for 20 years and am highly experienced in being a nanny. I'm dependable, have my own transportation and can nanny on site
Stacey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stacey took amazing care of our 2 sons for the year she nannied for us! She was on time EVERY SINGLE DAY... I repeat everyday for real! The amount of progress she has made with our sons are amazing. She has done the unthinkable for our son, she helped potty train...
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Andrea D.
Haverford, PA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
High Energy Retired Businesswomen And Mother Of Three Seeking Child Or Elder Care Position.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
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)...
Andrea can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"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 safety-conscious and communicative with both families. She was incredibly patient with the children, while managing to...
Sara K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 again!"
Caitlin W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a lot of expereince cleaning. I enjoy cleaning because I prefer to be in a clean environment. My mother taught me how to clean when I was very young, she has been cleaning buildings all of her life. So, its something I'm confident I can help with.
Amy can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, window washing
5.0
"Really great person to work with. Helping with tidying, cleaning, laundry, and keeping up with the house. She's the best!"
Ed B.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Gwendolyn B.
Philadelphia, PA
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny For Over 14 Years Looking For A Wonderful Family To Work For Full Time
4.9
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my Name is Gwendolyn. I truly love working with children and have a passion for what I do. I have over 22 years of child care experience and 16 of those years as a nanny for several wonderful families. I have my Associates Degree in ECE (Early Childhood Education) and Certified Newborn Specialist. I have several...
Gwendolyn can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We have known Gwendolyn for over 10 years. She is truly like a member of the family. She watched our daughters who are now 10 and 14 off and on throughout this time. She has every good trait you would want for your kids - she is creative, funny, patient, and kind....
Yolanda R.
Jessica M.
Holmes, PA
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children and their homes for years now, I believe it is important to take on responsibilities you feel passionate about and I am a very passionate individual when it comes to helping others!
I have been babysitting since I was just 14, from ages 2-9. I love children and they seem to love me too! I'll make...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica has been very sweet and pleasant with my 5 year old son, we loved having her around. She mostly helped with pickups and drop offs for school. We look forward to seeing her again in the future"
Afrieka J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Let me help your kids unplug and get in tune with their artistic and hands-on learning skills. I'm a recent college graduate from the Kansas City Art Institute with 2+ years of childcare experience. I do best with active kids who are interested in art and exploring. I'm more than happy to take kids on trips to the zoo, museums,...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is great with my son and came to help when we desperately needed help."
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lauren and I'm 30 years old. I live in Swedesboro and I have been on care for about 14 years now. I have babysat many families from this site. I am familiar with all age ranges as well as multiple children at once. My schedule is usually open and I can be reached on short notice if needed. I am very familiar with...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Swarthmore, PA
Regina S.
5.0
We have had the honor of having Regina be our daughter's nanny for the past two years. We consider ourselves so very lucky to have Regina in our lives! She has far exceeded our expectations as a nanny and has gone above and beyond. She truly cares about our daughter's well-being and does everything...
- Kavitha K.
Symah H.
5.0
She is very kind and polite. My children love her and I would definitely recommend her. She is very caring, giving, outgoing, and creative. She is great for children of all ages. Her positivity and compassion just fills the room. She also is very reliable. I can always count on her when something...
- Chrishon A.
Briana B.
5.0
She has babysat once for us so far and all went very well that night! The kids loved her. She did art projects with them. She paid attention to our requests and did just what we asked her to do that night. She was on top of it! She is also very friendly and approachable. We would love that she...
- Reyes C.
Samantha W.
5.0
Samantha was on-time, enthusiastic, and sweet with my baby boy. Very warm and set our hearts at ease the minute she walked in the door. Samantha was excellent!
- Jia L.
Erika E.
5.0
Erika has been doing a more than super job of keeping this 2-bedroom, 2-bath room apartment clean and tidy for thirteen years. She always does the basics of kitchen and bathroom cleaning, dusting, mopping, vacuuming so that everything shines-from chandelier to bathroom tiles to kitchen floors,...
- Betti K.
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How much do babysitters charge in Swarthmore, PA?
The average rate for Swarthmore, PA babysitters on Care.com is $17.00 per hour as of April 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 Swarthmore, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Swarthmore, 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.