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60 babysitters are listed in Upper Darby, PA
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Upper Darby, PA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a first year graduate student studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I live with 3 cats. I enjoy traveling, reading, writing, and all things creative!
3 years ago I started working for an Early Childhood Education Center. In addition working with infants as young as 6 months to Pre-K aged children, I gained...
Claudia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"She's very kind and professional and absolutely amazing with kids she really gets to know them and seems to click fast and leave a lasting impression on the kids and family"
Ian K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I've been a nanny for 2 years now. My first job was for a year with 3 wonderful girls and now I'm taking care of two wonderful boys and it's been a year. I've had a passion for taking care of children since I was a young girl babysitting for family members. I have a youthful spirit and I am confident that your kids will...
Fatoumata can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Fatoumata was such a godsend for us. I had surgery with little notice and needed childcare, and she went above and beyond caring for my children. I have a 4 year old and a 1 year old, and at the end of Fatoumata's first day with us, my 1 year old chased her to the...
Gabriella M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The children I babysit always run to me when their parents open the door. After the obvious basics of safety and comfort, I actively provide an enriching experience filled with fun, creativity, and learning for children of all ages. Every family that I have babysat for has had me back at the specific request of their children,...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
4.0
(1)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I love working in childcare because I am a naturally loving, energetic, and silly person who finds it easy to get along with children. I am extremely reliable, punctual, responsible, and loyal; I always make an effort to form a bond with the child and parents that I work with, proven by the fact that almost all of my babysitting...
Arika can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
4.0
"Daughter liked her but I had asked that some light house keeping be done and came home to popcorn on the floor dishes in the sink things that could’ve been picked up and put away left out. Other than that very friendly and her schedule worked great with mine."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
A little bit about myself: I have been both a pool lifeguard as well as a swim coach for several country club pools. The ages of the children on the swim teams I coached ranged from 5-18, so I am comfortable caring for and looking after kids of a large age range. I have been a beach lifeguard in Sea Isle City, NJ for the past 10...
Alex can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alex was just fantastic. We hired him for our 7 year old highly energetic and restless son. Alex is a swimming coach too so he gives very affordable swimming lessons on top of babysitting. He left the place noticeably neater than before he came to babysit. I don't...
Ana S.
Noelle B.
Philadelphia, PA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Noelle and I'm looking for a covid-conscious and vaccinated family that is seeking consistent childcare or homeschooling in Philadelphia.
I've been providing childcare since 2010 and more consistently nannying since 2014. While pursuing my degree in biology, I was a nanny for a family of 2 kids (8 and 10)...
Noelle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Noelle has been such a wonderful addition to our family! She is flexible, caring, punctual, dependable, and trustworthy. She helped us through virtual kindergarten, homeschooling, and hybrid schooling and was willing to jump in wherever we needed her. She is an...
Ashley L.
Kerry Y.
Philadelphia, PA
$12-17/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!! My name is Kerry! I have lots of experience with children of all ages including infants (up to 4 at a time on my own), toddlers (5-6 at a time), through school age (up to 10 at a time). I currently work in child life, and have also worked at a daycare for multiple years, as well as at an agency with individuals with...
Kerry can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kerry was great with our 2yo toddler who was never left with a babysitter before! there was an instant connection and we felt confident about Kerry's abilities to take care of our child. She arrived right on time, was flexible and accommodating."
Katya R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from George Washington University in 2018 . During high school and summers, I babysat often. I enjoy spending time with children especially playing games and doing crafts. I majored in Dance and Organizational Sciences. Since college, I have been working in Production for Theater and Dance.
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"My husband had a business trip to Philly and we hired Kristen to help us get around with 2 little ones. While Hubby was working Kristen did an amazing job keeping my willful 2yr old entertained which is not an easy thing in a small hotel room. She also helped us...
Wendy G.
Alexa L.
Clifton Heights, PA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi! I am a 21-year-old part- time college student at Neumann University. I absolutely love caring for young children! I am currently looking for a family I can work with Tuesdays and Thursdays starting this summer. I have 8 months experience nannying for families here on Care. com (ages 1- 3) I have 4 years of experience in...
Alexa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexa is a great care giver to my almost 3 year old daughter. She has been my main baby sitter since she was under 1 years old. Alexa is patient, kind, helpful, thoughtful, and dependable. I have no concerns when my daughter is in her care. She is an extension of...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Im 19 years old and I'm on my second year of College. I have at least 6 years of experience with babysitting and pet/house sitting. I can help with Light Housekeeping, cooking, meal prep, crafts and Laundry. I enjoy reading and writing poetry and making arts and craft.
Ashanni can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I was happy to welcome Ashanni in my home. She was excited and eager to work. She helped my 7 year old with virtual learning and created artwork with my 4 year old to put on my refrigerator! She was always on time, I'm sad we had to let her go due to our move, I...
Maniyah C.
Vanessa B.
Lansdowne, PA
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Vanessa, 29 yo living in Lansdowne - PA.
Babysitting has been my full time job for the past 4 years. I worked as a Preschool teacher in Brazil for almost 6 years, then I quit to come here as an Au Pair in 2016, where I stayed with the same family for 2 years. In 2018 I took care of a very sweet baby boy.
In 2019 I...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Vanessa was so amazing she became - and has remained - like part of our family. Our son, who was about 8 months old when she started, always enjoyed his time with her and she was fantastic with him. Vanessa was patient, caring, attentive, and very hands on with...
Stacey F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Emerald. Im a 24-year-old graduate student. I majored in Psychology and HDFS in undergrad. I've worked with children since high school. From babysitting, being a Sunday school teacher, being a part-time preschool teacher, and nannying for a toddler. I'm passionate about fostering growth and learning in children...
Emerald can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emerald handled four kids 7 and under in an Airbnb (not our house) with ease! Recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jessica. I am 23 years old and am looking for part-time/ date night babysitting gigs. Just a little about me: I graduated from Drexel University in 2022, and just moved back to Jersey from Philadelphia. I have been babysitting for a few families in Philly that can provide references if you'd like. I am the aunt of...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jess is the best - our girls love her and she always brings great energy. She is confident with a range of ages, and can handle everything from naps to meals to fun daytime activities. We continue to use Jess on an ongoing basis!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
For over 10 years, I have cared for children as a teacher, tutor, long-term nanny, and a short-term nanny/babysitter. I have experience teaching at a preschool, nannying long-term for families with multiple children, babysitting for children with special needs, and caring for children from diverse backgrounds including English...
Betsy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Betsy is one of the kindest people you will ever meet! She cared for our children with so much patience and love. She helped our family out on short notice, date nights, and some long-term care. I would highly recommend Betsy as a child care provider. She is always...
Jessica C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Victoria and I am a senior psychology major at West Chester University! I started babysitting when I was 14 for multiple families and children ranging from 0-14. I have 5 younger siblings so I have plenty of capability when it comes to taking care of multiple children at a time!
In high school, I took child...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Victoria is truly the best. My kids absolutely adore her and we miss her so much. I cannot recommend her enough!"
Kim G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am warm-hearted, energetic and enjoy spending my time reading, crafting and playing games. I am also happy to prepare meals, clean, babysit, pet watch and assist with day to day tasks. I look forward to working with you and your families !
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very open and upfront, friendly. We enjoyed our short time with Julia"
Taylor D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Lexi and I am a 21-year-old recent college graduate with my BAS in early childhood education and special education. I am currently living in Port Richmond, Philadelphia, and I'm looking for a summer job before I begin my first year of teaching Pre-K. My experience working with children began when I was 12. I...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Lexi is a phenomenal babysitter. She is dependable, punctual, and intentional in her approach to babysitting children. Lexi babysat our daughter (1.5yrs old at the time) for the better part of a year until she graduated from college and moved away. During that...
Kristy H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Janine, also known as Yaya! With over a decade of childcare experience, including seven years as a nanny and five as a camp counselor, I'm here to offer tailored services for your family's needs.
As a full-time postpartum doula and parent coach, alongside part-time nanny work, I'm dedicated to providing a...
Janine can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Janine. She took care of our toddler and infant over the summer, and she was an amazing support for our family. Our toddler has a strong personality, and Janine worked with her to help her develop calming skills, all while...
Jacqueline D.
4.0
(4)
Hi! I have 10+ years of childcare experience as a babysitter, nanny, and daycare teacher. I have worked with ages newborn to 11 years old, am very comfortable with animals, and am willing to help out with housework and errands. I have great references and current certifications in First Aid and CPR, including for infants. I also...
Rachael can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachael is phenomenal with our kids! Our kids (5 and 8) love them. They are caring, observant, responsive, responsible, and have excellent judgment.
Rachael has been working with our family for the past 9 months, picking up the kids from school, walking them home...
Shaleigh C.
5.0
(25)
Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I moved to South Philly about 4 months ago with my partner while he attends Drexel law school. A little about me, I was previously employed at a cheer gym where I was the head cheer coach of the youth program for 4 years! My job primarily consisted of working with children ages 2-15. Since joining Care. com in April...
Emmalee can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emma was so sweet! She was on time, and played with my daughter the whole time. My kids felt very comfortable after meeting her, and it looks like we found our new sitter! "
Laura H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Upper Darby, PA
Claudia S.
5.0
She's very kind and professional and absolutely amazing with kids she really gets to know them and seems to click fast and leave a lasting impression on the kids and family
- Ian K.
Fatoumata B.
5.0
Fatoumata was such a godsend for us. I had surgery with little notice and needed childcare, and she went above and beyond caring for my children. I have a 4 year old and a 1 year old, and at the end of Fatoumata's first day with us, my 1 year old chased her to the door and cried when she said...
- Gabriella M.
Arika G.
4.0
Daughter liked her but I had asked that some light house keeping be done and came home to popcorn on the floor dishes in the sink things that could’ve been picked up and put away left out. Other than that very friendly and her schedule worked great with mine.
- Care member
Alex C.
5.0
Alex was just fantastic. We hired him for our 7 year old highly energetic and restless son. Alex is a swimming coach too so he gives very affordable swimming lessons on top of babysitting. He left the place noticeably neater than before he came to babysit. I don't remember the last time I wrote a...
- Ana S.
Noelle B.
5.0
Noelle has been such a wonderful addition to our family! She is flexible, caring, punctual, dependable, and trustworthy. She helped us through virtual kindergarten, homeschooling, and hybrid schooling and was willing to jump in wherever we needed her. She is an excellent caregiver to our kids and...
- Ashley L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Upper Darby, PA:
How can I find a Upper Darby babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Upper Darby, 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 40 babysitters in Upper Darby, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.3. 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 Upper Darby, PA?
The average rate for Upper Darby, PA babysitters on Care.com is $18.25 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 Upper Darby, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Upper Darby, 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 Upper Darby, PA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Babysitters in Upper Darby, PA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.