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1,359 babysitters are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of October 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Philadelphia, PA
Maura W.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 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 will be graduating with a Masters in Occupational Therapy at the end of June. I have full availability for the summer (and maybe beyond) while I will be studying for my boards exam. I have always loved working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and I have worked in day...
Maura can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm JillIan! I have worked with kids ranging from 2 weeks to 16 years old. I began babysitting as a mothers helper at age 12 and have been babysitting ever since. I work as a summer camp counselor and work/play with children ages 4-6. I have also nannied for spring break picked the kids up from school. I nannied for two...
Jillian can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jillian watched our son while my husband and I went on a date night. She was punctual, responsive and overall a pleasure. Look forward to hiring her again!"
Deva R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Brianna and I am 24 years old. I have over 9 years of experience in babysitting and I have also taken a child development course in which I learned how to help kids learn and play. I am happy to watch kids of any age and have experience with children from 3 months to 13 years old. I have just started medical...
5.0
"Brianna is wonderful!
She made our out of town weekend in Miami work. She is caring, punctual, and fun to be with.
She kept 4 cousins from 3 different families (8,8,5,&4) and everyone was happy. They were fed and asleep both nights when we got home and our...
Mary C.
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:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
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.
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Karen did a great job babysitting our 5 year old daughter. Karen is so kind and warm, and kids love her. She was very accommodating as we ran late that evening. I would use Karen again anytime."
Aimee E.
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, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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
(6)
Hired by 7 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, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jeanne was amazing!! We were rushed to check into our hotel and get out the door to a wedding and she immediately made friends with our 2.5 year old and took her off our hands. She took both kids to a museum that was a big hit. A week and a half later and the 2.5...
Kelly D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 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, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"I hired Bria to watch my kids in the morning & get them off to school. Bria was a great dependable babysitter for my 2 daughters 6 & 8. She is a super sweet person with a great personality. My girls loved having her as a babysitter. Especially getting their hair...
Ed H.
5.0
(3)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kamilah was very loving and caring with our two boys 1 and 3 years old. She was on time and dependable. In the event she had a scheduling issue she let us know weeks in advance. Highly recommended!"
Bryan O.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hey Everybody!
A little oversight about myself, I started working with children ever since. I was assigned to work with all different age groups every week. I honestly loved it. Now I am 29. I hope to have kids of my own one day. I started working with kids professionally after graduating high school. I graduated HS from...
Britney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Britney was great! She worked for me for almost 4 years now. We recently had to let her go due to my kids being grown and we did not need her anymore. She asked if I could simply write a review on here for her, where as this is where she was hired from. Britney is...
Jamie F.
5.0
(3)
CURRENTLY IN A FULL TIME POSITION. Hello! My name is Rachel, I currently live in Haverford! Caring for children has always been my greatest passion. I have worked for many families with many different needs. I have experience with infants, toddlers, elementary/middle grade children, twins, and pets of all kinds. I adore nature...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"She is the warmest, most dependable, loving, and exuberant person. We have nothing but the most wonderful things to say about her and are sad that our schedules changed, and we won't be able to give her the hours she needs. Whoever hires her is a very lucky family....
Mary H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of babysitting and three years of teaching experience. I enjoy working with kids and having fun. I am dependable, active, patient, caring, fun, organized, easy to get along with, encourage fresh air and exercise, creative and honest. I am CPR certified. I`m available in the evenings or on weekends. I like being...
Mzisa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She was great with kids. Very knowledgeable and active. She loved taking kids outdoors and played various games with them. Kids loved it. She worked for me for 3 years and I was super happy with her. Always punctual and dependable."
Laura S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Rachel, I am an NJ transplant working on my Masters in Social Work at UPenn. I have 8 years of child care experience in a variety of formats- 6 years of camp counseling, 5 of babysitting, and 2 years of teaching high school English. I taught at a therapeutic boarding school serving teens of all manner...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is kind, caring, and passionate about working with young people! She would be fantastic taking care of any child"
Anthony A.
Alexsandra C.
Philadelphia, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Caring And Responsible Babysitter With 10+ Years' Experience
5.0
(3)
Hi, my name is Alexsandra, but please call me Alli!
I have a degree in Communications and am currently work full time in higher education as professional staff. I have been a nanny or babysitter off and on since I was 15 with a pause the last few years due to covid. I have cared for all ages from infants through age 13 and am...
Alexsandra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alli has been with us full time for almost 3 years and if it wasn't for my youngest starting school we wouldn't let her go! She is our families "Mom #2". My two daughters love her to death and will miss her terribly.
If you are looking for someone to play on...
Jannine H.
5.0
(1)
Hello,
My name is Natanjah. I have worked for 5 years doing childcare/daycare in Philadelphia. I am available as a nanny, babysitter, and teacher for 1 to 3 children. I offer baby and infant care, arts and crafts, sensory activities, playing outside, puzzles, games, story time. I am also well verse with STEM curricula, and can...
Natanjah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been working with children since I was 18. . I've worked as an assistant preschool teacher with children ages 1-6 at 2 Montessori schools and a Reggio-Waldorf inspired nature preschool. I have also worked at a residence for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities for 2 years and have extensive experience...
Ariana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I was in town for a wedding and didn't know anyone that could watch my daughter. This was my first time leaving my 1 year old with anyone other than family. Ariana was amazing with her and brought so many great toys to keep my baby entertained. Ariana was so...
Vanessa H.
Carissa C.
Philadelphia, PA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm More Than Just The Perfect Babysitter For Your Family, I'm Also A Great Friend!
5.0
(1)
I assure that your child(ren) will be well taken care of in my responsible and loving care! I absolutely love kids, and there is so much to enjoy with them when I am babysitting. Communication is very important, and I will go over the individual needs and clear guidelines that you have for a pleasant, outstanding, and...
Carissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Carissa is a wonderful, pleasant, and responsible sitter, my two kids absolutely love her. She is always timely and has something fun planned for the kids while sitting. Highly recommend, she's the perfect sitter that you're looking for!"
Leila 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.
Jillian F.
5.0
Jillian watched our son while my husband and I went on a date night. She was punctual, responsive and overall a pleasure. Look forward to hiring her again!
- Deva R.
Brianna F.
5.0
Bri is the absolute best! Our girls just adored her!
- Ada L.
Angel P.
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.
Carlie B.
5.0
Carlie has been a wonderful addition to our family! We cannot imagine a more perfect person to care for our little boy. Carlie started with my son when he was just 2 months old and I was a nervous new mom returning to work. My son is now a happy, healthy and well behaved little 18 month old...
- Katharine 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 1,359 babysitters in Philadelphia, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 $18.79 per hour as of October 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 Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 667 reviews of the 1,359 listed babysitters.