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2,965 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
Maura W.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter With 5 Years Experience In Babysitting And Daycare.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Maura. I am a graduate student in an Occupational Therapy program. I have availability on Wednesday, Fridays, weekends or after 3 p.m. I have always loved working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and I have worked in day cares for four years. More recently I have nanny...
Maura can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maura is wonderful with children. When she watched my daughter, Maura would create fun activities incorporated with learning and always engaged my daughter in imaginative play time. I never worried about my child when she was in Maura's care. She is very...
Christine T.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Energetic babysitter with 7 years of experience looking after children on weekdays and weekend nights. I have experience providing care to ages newborn to 9 years old. I have cared for many families over the years. I am effective at engaging children in a variety of activities to meet their educational and physical needs. Also,...
Ayanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ayanna is a great hire. She's always nice , respectful and communicates well. She is very engaged and helpful . We plan on keeping her around for good."
Alana D.
Iris W.
Philadelphia, PA
$22-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Evenings/Weekend & Looking For Full Time Oct.21st
4.8
(28)
Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood
I recently graduated from college and I'm back in the city full time! I've internshipped as an assistant teacher for 2+ years at a charter school in Philadelphia; Worked as a daycare aid before college; I have cared for children between the ages of newborn to 15 years of age in a home setting; I come from a huge family and am...
Iris can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Iris helped our family for a 6 week period of time initially, then has helped since for random days as needed. She was easy to work with. My boys (6, 3, and 2) were so comfortable around her. Iris kept them on our schedule for naps and meals. She would send...
Lauren C.
5.0
(16)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Kiana and as of Nov 2023, I am looking for part time work as a nanny, a babysitter or a mother's helper. I have been in childcare for 16 years and have worked with all ages from 5 days old to 13 years old. I have worked with groups of children, with singletons, with multiple siblings, with twins and with...
Kiana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I could not recommend Kiana more strongly! We feel so lucky to have had such an amazing nanny in our lives that provided the best care to our daughter. They were so creative with activities, always taking our daughter on adventures and loved her like their own. We...
Shira H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started babysitting in college, but spent years prior to that caring for younger siblings and other family members. I was always the older cousin that didn't mind hanging out with the little ones the whole time! Now, I have a full-time job but am looking to continue care for children on a part time basis. I have had wonderful...
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Karen is very warm, creative, intelligent and engaging. Our 3 children connected with her quickly, and during the time she worked with us she felt like a part of our family. She babysat for us 1-2x/week after school for four months last year. At the end of one...
Hallie L.
Lindsay S.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny/Babysitter/Elementary Teacher in Search of a Nanny Job and Becoming a Part of Your Family!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lindsay. I am a very nurturing, responsible, and dedicated nanny in search of a nanny/babysitting job. I am highly experienced, have taught elementary school for three years, and love children! I have experience as a nanny, babysitter, camp counselor, and childcare overseer. I also hold a dual certification in...
Lindsay can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had recently moved to the area and hired her for some date nights. She took very good care of our 2 year old son. I had never left him alone with anyone so I was really nervous, but she did an excellent job. She was very professional, kind, reliable,...
Frank K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a fun-loving caregiver who would love nothing more than to care for and treasure your kids the same way you do. I have over 10 years working with children, including caregiving, mentoring, teaching, and entertaining. I have just left a career in an environmental organization where I coordinated an international-award...
Meghan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Meghan is one of those beautiful people in the world who is always looking to spread kindness. She is amazing and empathetic with children and animals. Her positive attitude and fun personality draw children and animals to her. I always feel confident leaving my...
Danielle P.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Pamela and I am a graduate of class 2017 at Arcadia University. I am a certified secondary education teacher. In addition, I have experiencing nannying for families that have children of various ages (6 months-10 years old). Currently, I work as a clinician specializing in children and work part-time in an early...
Pamela can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Polite and professional. I would definitely hire here again!"
Holly G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hey Everybody!
A little oversight about myself, I started working with children when I was 13 years old at my church. I was assigned to work with all different age groups every week. I honestly loved it. Now I am 28. I hope to have kids of my own one day. I started working with kids professionally after graduating high school....
Britney can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Britney babysat for my lovely two daughters in the school year of 2015. She asked if I could write a review so she can obtain a care pro badge. Britney was the best babysitter I have had yet and since her, I have had three others. I moved to another state as to why...
Krystle L.
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
Emily C.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Date Night Or Backup Babysitter With Over 10 Years Of Experience
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a student of physical therapy at Drexel, and have just completed my clinical education at CHOP. I now am focused on studying for boards and eventually applying for PT jobs. I also work as a nanny for a wonderful family in Society Hill on the weekends. However I have weekday evening availability, and I would love to spend...
Emily can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Emily was wonderful. Arrived early, immediately began playing with our son who warmed up to her instantly (he is often shy at first), and she was great with communication."
James G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello I am writing to express my sincere interest in being a babysitter for your family. With over three years of experience watching children ranging from ages newborns to 18, I also have a 3-year-old of my own, I am confident in my ability to take great care of your family. Over the years, I have been a regular babysitter for...
Bria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Bria has provided care for my kiddos on many occasions, and she is amazing! She is punctual, respectable, responsible, and reliable. My kiddos took to Bria very well and they are always asking she can she come back over and play."
Christina R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a part-time Nanny. I love children, and have four younger brothers, and three younger sisters between the ages of with 7-19 year age gap. I have been babysitting for my siblings, family members, and neighbors since I was 13 years old, and working as a professional nanny for 8 years. I have spent time as an English as a...
Carlie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was wonderful with my kids. They can't wait for her to come back!"
Johanna S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy creative play, nurturing, and helping children experience milestones. I enjoy taking walks, reading, visiting the library, and engaging children of all ages. I have worked for several families providing care for toddlers and infants.
I am available for part time Nanny care, date nights, Newborn Care Specialist care,...
Angel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Angel is a great babysitter! My daughter had a great time with her and I felt confident that she was in good hands. She is very punctual and organized. Very gook communication. I am excited to have her babysit again."
Maureen B.
Samantha C.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
Fun And Flexible Babysitter For The Holidays -CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
If your kiddos like legos, crafts, and outdoor games I'm the sitter for you! I am a creative and compassionate 23-year-old psychology graduate who's looking to babysit date nights or weekends while I'm in school for Occupational Therapy. I have experience as a sitter for children as young as 3 months old, a summer camp counselor...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Samantha was really helpful, she took care of my 3 boys (3months, 2 years, 4 years old) for the night. Very sweet and patient, they really enjoyed their time with her.
She even did the dishes I had left in the sink without me asking help for it. That was a very...
Claire L.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm currently a sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania who is home for the summer and looking for opportunities to tutor, help with college prep, run errands, and babysit! Super enthusiastic and hard working :)
5.0
"Richa was absolutely amazing and couldn’t recommend her enough!!! Such a kind, humble, and smart young lady. She instantly got along with our two kiddos and we’ve seen such amazing growth their learning. Sad to see her go off to college but know that she will do...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Kamilah and I have 8+ years of experience nannying. I have a bachelors in Public Health. I have three siblings, 2 older (brother and sister) and a younger brother. Some of my interests include reading, cooking/baking, yoga, swimming, hiking, and just about anything that makes you active! I regularly practice yoga...
Kamilah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kamilah was great with my two children and they loved having her play with them. We no longer needed childcare due to the kids going back to school but would use Kamilah again!"
Mickey S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Natalie. I am a 20-year-old college student but I am on break right now. I live in Philadelphia and I have worked with kids ranging from 3 years to 15 years for about 4 years now.
I have done tutoring for kids so if your students are struggling with a subject I am able to help. I am also First Aid and CPR...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"It was very important to us that our babysitter be able to be fair yet firm with our six-year-old daughter, who is 0% interested in doing her homework, and Natalie excelled at this. She can be no nonsense when she needs to be and that is exactly what we wanted and...
Anittah P.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
With a great background in babysitting for children of all ages coupled with my fun-loving and caring personality I am confident that I can provide excellent childcare to any family.
For the past years, I have served as a babysitter to numerous families for which I am happy to provide references including children ages 5 mos...
Jeanne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Jeanne to care for our 5 month old and Jeanne did a tremendous job. She communicated extremely well with us, was very loving and caring toward our little one and we couldn't have asked for a better experience overall. Highly recommend her!"
Krish K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am 28 years old. I am a mom to two beautiful little boys. My oldest is 8 years old and I just had my second in June. I am comfortable with any age group. I love the joy children bring. I'm the house on the block that everyone loves to come to; I believe imagination is so important and anything to keep the kids active...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Ashley is a punctual, reliable, trustworthy individual. Her love for children and creative mind has the little ones entertained as well as taken care of. Communication and a good rapport is important when taking care of children and Ashley excelled. Her personal...
Michelle M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Philadelphia, PA
Maura W.
5.0
Our family has had the pleasure of having Maura babysit our two children since December 2020. We wanted someone cautious, responsible and careful with the pandemic. We trusted Maura right away, and she treated our 1 and 4 year old as her own. Maura is reliable, honest, and amazing at what she does....
- Caitlin H.
Ayanna W.
5.0
Ayanna is a great hire. She's always nice , respectful and communicates well. She is very engaged and helpful . We plan on keeping her around for good.
- Alana D.
Iris W.
5.0
Iris helped our family for a 6 week period of time initially, then has helped since for random days as needed. She was easy to work with. My boys (6, 3, and 2) were so comfortable around her. Iris kept them on our schedule for naps and meals. She would send updates throughout the day. My boys...
- Lauren C.
Kiana F.
5.0
AJ took care of our 1 year old daughter for 6 months. We trust them completely with our daughter. AJ was always on time and cleaned up at the end of the day. But the most important thing to know is that AJ was really awesome and cared for our daughter tremendously. They were always staying busy with...
- Jim H.
Karen L.
5.0
Karen is very warm, creative, intelligent and engaging. Our 3 children connected with her quickly, and during the time she worked with us she felt like a part of our family. She babysat for us 1-2x/week after school for four months last year. At the end of one after-school babysitting shift, the...
- Hallie L.
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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 2,965 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 $18.02 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 1,033 reviews of the 2,965 listed babysitters.