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359 babysitters are listed in West Chester, PA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in West Chester, PA
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Lily. I am currently a Junior in college at West Chester University. As we all know, college can be expensive, and I am looking to earn a little extra cash while on campus as I am also on the track team, and it is hard for me to have a full-time job. Over these past five years, I have had a dog and walk him often,...
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lily was fantastic with my toddler (1.5 years old)! She was polite, patient, responsible and always on time. She would take the baby to the nearby park, play with her, read to her, and feed her. I would hire her again any time. Thanks, Lily!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I graduated in May 2022 from West Chester University with honors and a degree in Pharmaceurical Chemistry and minors in Biology and Communications. I have experience with ages 3 months to 16 years, and am happy to provide age-specific references! I have all clearances, vaccines and am CPR certified. I come to you with over 10...
Hunter can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Hunter is an amazing babysitter! We enjoy having her over to watch our kids, she is dependable, fun, and sweet. Thanks for being a good addition to our family! :)"
Jenifer P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ani and I am a rising sophomore at West Chester University!
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, and responsible.
I like working with kids because I love watching their creativity! It is so rewarding to see them grow and thrive!
I'm looking for a job that fits my school schedule!
I started working...
5.0
"Ani has been an absolute pleasure to work with. She helped us with driving my son to activities. She is very prompt, on time, she is a careful driver, and is always dependable.
My son loves her and we would love to take Ani's help for more support needs as they...
Aparna M.
Sophia M.
West Chester, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(12)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sophia! I have had regular babysitting experience for almost 11 years. I did full time nannying from Feb 2023 to Aug 2023, before that I worked as an ER technician and a Laboratory assistant at a hospital. I am currently attending West Chester University, studying biology and in the pre-medical program. I am...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Absolutely amazing. Dependable, on time, great communication and professional. Choose her FIRST!"
Christopher M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Amanda and I am a Penn State graduate with a B. S., M. Ed in Special Education and Curriculum Development. I am currently a Reading Specialist, as well as a former teacher.
I have worked as a babysitter/ tutor for 6+ years with kiddos of all ages! I am looking to babysit and/or tutor after school in the West...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Amanda is caring, punctual, kept the kids safe and entertained during a tough time where they were confined to the home. She was able to supplement caring for the kids with grade appropriate school lessons and activities. I highly recommend her!"
Nianda R.
Bea C.
West Chester, PA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello , my name is Bea , I'm 52 years old , I live in West Chester Pa and I have 15 years of experience working as a nanny with children different age from newborns up to teenagers I choose a nanny career as my full time profession and I truly enjoy it . My service also offers a full assistance with running household for busy...
Bea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Bea is just great. She is responsible, punctual, caring and the kids adore her. "
Jenny P.
Anna C.
West Chester, PA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a pet-loving babysitter who has lots of experience with all age groups. I grew up with many young cousins who I frequently had to watch. At the age of 14, I had my first regular babysitting job watching three kids (ages 4, 7, and 10) for 4 years. I have experience working at a daycare in Philadelphia where I currently am...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Anna was an amazing sitter for our children ! We are here from out of town for a wedding and booking her was last minute. She was very communicative and worked around our plans. We had made several changes and she was attentive and worked with us , always answered...
Tom P.
Katie B.
West Chester, PA
$16-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
HI! My name is Katie! I have always loved being with kids. I have taken care of kids from newborns up to 15-year-olds. I can change diapers, wash dishes, and do house chores! I always clean up after meals and when playtime is over! I have been babysitting since I was 13 and looking after my two younger sisters since I was 12...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Annamarie C.
West Chester, PA
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Anna and I am a graduate student at West Chester University earning a degree in school counseling. I also have some experience working at a preschool. I have clearances to work with children, references, and a clean driving record. I am a very responsible, organized, and patient. I am also willing to do additional...
Annamarie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Annamarie was very relatable. She arrived on time and was very sweet to our kids. They adored her and I would recommend her to any family looking for a responsible sitter!"
Grace R.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Samantha. I graduated from Shippensburg University in 2016 with my bachelors in sociology. I am currently in nursing school at Delaware County Community College and looking for child care or senior care opportunities. I have a lot of experience in homecare, nursing home, and working with children with special...
Samantha can also help with: Home modification, personal care, visiting nurse, respite care, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Samantha is amazing! We love her. She is like part of our family now. She is very caring and is patient with my dad. Highly recommend her!"
Diane C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Evi. I am a mother of 3 adult kids and a grandmother of 3 healthy loving grandchildren. I was born and raised in Athens, Greece. I moved to Colorado a year ago to help my son and daughter in law to raise their first daughter. I live in South West Denver and I have my own car.
If you are still looking for a responsible...
Eva can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of six children ranging in age from 10 to 24. In addition to their care, I have aided my elder parents through the end of their lives. My father suffered from Alzheimer's for his last five years and I assisted my mother with his care. My mother suffered several strokes in her final years. I cared for her full-time...
Maureen can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"We hired Maureen to spend mornings with my mother who had stage 5 Alzheimers that advanced over the time she was cared for by Maureen. Maureen was a Godsend in our lives. She was all of the hoped for, punctual, professional, kind, but then went far above and beyond...
Jean A.
Madison D.
West Chester, PA
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madison. I'm 22 years old and I'm a recent graduate of Penn State University. I've babysat children on and off for about 3 years between the ages of 2 and 10. I am looking for a nanny position or any other childcare needed. I have my own car so I am able to drive myself. (and the kids if needed) I am also an...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Madison is the best! Madison was our full-time nanny for almost a year, and over that time became an essential, and important, part of our family! She cared for our two children for 9-10 hours a day, transported them to school, preschool, summer camps, and all...
Grace B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have an abundance of child care experience, starting from an early age (I have 14 nieces and nephews!). I am currently a middle school Reading Specialist, and have been working as a teacher for 25 plus years. I enjoy working with children and their families so much that I have been consistently employed part-time as a...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We highly recommend Lisa! She was great with my 3 children. They loved her for her balance of fun and discipline! She was flexible and very dependable. If our current life circumstances were different she'd still be with us!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a current student at West Chester University studying History education. I have worked with children of all ages from the time I turned 12 years old to present day. I am bilingual and speak both English and Spanish. I am more than willing to help with homework or household duties as well!
I like working with kids because I...
5.0
"Mina is great with the kids. She is able to work you with our schedules. Mina has also be there for us when our child had to stay home sick. Really glad we hired her."
Tamika C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
Welcome to my profile! I am currently a Reading Specialist in Chester County, as well as a former special education teacher. I have taught early elementary grades-high school in learning support, autistic support, and life skills classroom settings. I received both my undergraduate/graduate degrees from Penn State...
Sarah H.
West Chester, PA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknights And Weekend Babysitting Jobs
My name is Sarah and I have been working at a childcare center part-time at my local gym for about 3 years and had a number of babysitting jobs in the past. I have cared for infants to preteens. Over the summer I worked as a summer camp counselor as well. I am prepared to assist with reading, arts and crafts and age appropriate...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
After School Babysitter. Hello! My name is Allie and I am an elementary education teacher in the West Chester Area School District. I have a background in education including special education with a masters degree from Drexel University in education. I hope we can connect to see if I may be the right fit for your family.
Allie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hello. I am the mother of six children ranging in age from eight to 22 years old. I have 22 years experience in child care raising my children. I am available for babysitting in the West Chester borough during the school year from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. while my younger children are at school. I can care for children at their home...
Maureen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Love to work with kids! I have worked as a summer camp counselor in the past for kids entering 1st-8th grade. I also have babysat for multiple families in the past.
Kelsi can also help with: Light cleaning
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in West Chester, PA
Lily P.
5.0
Lily was fantastic with my toddler (1.5 years old)! She was polite, patient, responsible and always on time. She would take the baby to the nearby park, play with her, read to her, and feed her. I would hire her again any time. Thanks, Lily!
- Care member
Hunter T.
5.0
Hunter is an amazing babysitter! We enjoy having her over to watch our kids, she is dependable, fun, and sweet. Thanks for being a good addition to our family! :)
- Jenifer P.
Ani G.
5.0
Ani has been an absolute pleasure to work with. She helped us with driving my son to activities. She is very prompt, on time, she is a careful driver, and is always dependable.
My son loves her and we would love to take Ani's help for more support needs as they arise
- Aparna M.
Sophia M.
5.0
Sophia is tremendous and goes the extra mile! She puts what’s best for the kids first and is highly dependable.
- Care member
Amanda W.
5.0
Amanda is caring, punctual, kept the kids safe and entertained during a tough time where they were confined to the home. She was able to supplement caring for the kids with grade appropriate school lessons and activities. I highly recommend her!
- Nianda R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in West Chester, PA:
How can I find a West Chester babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in West Chester, 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 359 babysitters in West Chester, 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 West Chester, PA?
The average rate for West Chester, PA babysitters on Care.com is $16.54 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 West Chester, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in West Chester, 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 West Chester, PA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Babysitters in West Chester, PA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 359 listed babysitters.