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Babysitters in Olyphant, PA
Kris S.
Olyphant, PA
$25-50/hr • 11 yrs exp
Compassionate, Energetic Caregiver With Special Education And Social Work Experience!
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, energetic, and creative. I am a foster parent!
I enjoy working with kids because I was fortunate to have meaningful adult role models in my life as a child, and I hope to be a positive role model for other kids as well!
My goal is to fit in with the family dynamics, making the...
I am glad to help around the house while entertaining your little ones! I have an energetic personality and love to do new things. I also have a car and am a non-smoker! I would love to help out with homework and do whatever you need help with during the holiday season!
Meredythe can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Margaret M.
Olyphant, PA
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision. Am willing to watch in my home. Have an in ground pool . Two adult children in college they are 21 & 20. And they love children . I have a huge fenced in yard for children to play. Love children I am 64 retired I worked 30 years for Bell Atlantic know Verizon .
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Melanie! I am a motivated full time Mom to a special needs little girl. I am looking to work full time. I love playing with play doh, puzzles, coloring, making forts, baking, doing arts/crafts, and going for walks. I love playing with my daughter, traveling, and spending time with loved ones. I can help with...
Melanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melanie W. is reliable, organized and smart, and enjoys children. She has successfully worked as a child care provider in the past."
Kate H.
5.0
(3)
My name is Michaela and I am a senior caregiver, babysitter & housekeeper . I love children , mother of 2 ages 5 & 9 years old. I am a very friendly, outgoing, inspirational person. I have years of experience taking care of children. aswell as 3 years experience with senior caregiving.
Michaela can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"She takes instruction well and has an attention to detail. She is also kind and patient."
Anthony S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello ! My name is Linda. I have 20 years experience caring for infants and young children. I have helped several physicians from Geisinger Hospital and families from Our Lady Of Peace School and Clarks Summit Elementary . I love working with children doing nursery rhymes, colors , shapes, letters , reading and playing with...
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Linda took care of my daughter for almost 2 years while I was a single mom and working a busy job. My daughter and I were living alone during the start of the pandemic, and Linda was a life saver . She helped my daughter in many many ways , and was not just a...
Rajeswari C.
3.3
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a former TSS and day care employee with 9 years of experience working with children from infancy to school age. I have all of my PA child abuse clearances and am also CPR certified.
Meagan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Meagan is lovely and we are excited to have her as our after school babysitter!!"
Leticia C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Ashlyn, and I'm a patient and enthusiastic sitter/nanny! I have 6 years of experience caring for children between the ages of 4 months and 12 years old. I also have taken two child development classes (in which we taught one full school year of pre-school), Early Childhood and Developmental Psychology in college, I'm...
Ashlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Ashlyn is that wonderful combination of professional and genuinely friendly. My kids have already asked if she will be coming to play again. "
Care member
Megan H.
Jessup, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have been an Early Childhood Education major at a local college for three years. I am planning on finishing my education online, leaving my availability open. I have experience in childcare settings including schools and homes. I love children.
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Megan has been amazing with the kids! They just love her she is so attentive, checks on them and keeps them safe! She even puts up with our crazy schedule and we so appreciate it. So happy to have found her for babysitting!"
Morgan V.
5.0
(2)
With over six years of experience in childcare, I have worked with children under one year up to eighth graders in a camp setting. I have lots of childcare training including social-emotional learning and psychological first aid as well as pursuing a bachelor's degree in Middle-Level Education.
Kayleigh can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Kayleigh has been super helpful with my children, in so many ways. She helps with school work, making up games to play with the kids. She does research about topics children like to find fun things for them to do but also educational. Kayleigh is dependable and I...
Molly M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mom to a 24-year-old college student, and an 20-year-old college student. I have always been a full time mom. Most recently I have been babysitting for friends and family, and have decided I really do enjoy helping others with the task of taking care of children. I was a substitute teacher in the Abington Heights School...
Penny can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"It is with great pleasure I recommend Penny as a caregiver and teacher. Penny assisted my 5 year old son with virtual school. She was able to keep him engaged in the ever-changing curriculum; as well as, create her own academic material based on key area...
Heather T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a full time preschool teacher to a class of wonderful 3-5-year-olds! I love art and creating new things to share with others. I love working with children of all ages and have experience with ages infant-10+. I am also a virtual college student getting my degree in Early Childhood Education. I am always looking to...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Emily was awesome! My two kids can't wait to have her back! Thank you again!!!"
Alanna H.
Bethany Y.
Scranton, PA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Babysitter Available Friday, Saturday And Sunday Days And Nights - Weekday Evenings
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Bethany and I am looking for a part-time babysitting job. I have a BS in Psychology with a concentration in child development, I am certified in CPR/First Aid, and I have all of my clearances. I have 15+ years of experience babysitting ages 1-10 and 8+ years of experience working with children ages 2-17 with...
Bethany can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Jen and aside from having over 20 years of child care experience I am also a Mom myself, so I understand the importance of finding the right care giver. My years of experience include, daycares, private nannying , date night babysitting and school district classrooms.
I love to have fun while teaching children...
Ann S.
Scranton, PA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Experienced, Occasional Babysitter For Weekend Nights And Days!
Hello! I just moved back home to PA and am looking for occasional weekend babysitting positions. I've been babysitting since I'm 10-years-old and have experience with kids of all ages. I also have extensive experiences with children with and without special needs. I like to have fun with kids by playing hands-on or outdoor...
Ann can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I am a college student currently searching for a part or full time job with a wonderful family! I have childcare experience from babysitting jobs with multiple children and experience with children of all different ages. I am a pet lover and am used to large dogs and cats! Starting August I will be available FULL...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Maria G.
Scranton, PA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Maria and I am currently a student studying school psychology. I am home for the summer and looking for a babysitting job. I have been working at a daycare near me for the past three summers but am available on the weekends and after work! I begin working at the daycare on July 6th which is when my availability...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Rachael T.
Scranton, PA
$18-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm thrilled to introduce myself as a dedicated childcare provider with three years of experience in nurturing the well-being and development of children. My passion for childcare stems from my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my natural ability to connect with children and positively impact their lives. It's an...
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education
5 years of Preschool/Daycare work,
4 years of custodial experience
2 years of direct care for teens in residential facility
5-7 years of babysitting friends and family's children and pets.
Stacie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Marisa! I attend college in Scranton as an occupational therapy student interested in pediatric care. I am a compassionate, loving sitter who loves to engage with children and assist families as much as possible. I have experience caring for children from ages 4 months to 12 years. I have worked at a daycare/preschool in...
Marisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Olyphant, PA
Melanie W.
5.0
Melanie W. is reliable, organized and smart, and enjoys children. She has successfully worked as a child care provider in the past.
- Kate H.
Michaela N.
5.0
Michaela has a heart of gold and takes great pride in caring for her patients. She always goes above and beyond for her clients.
- Care member
Linda W.
5.0
Linda has watched my son (turning 4) for over 2 years now and she is wonderful. Every day she has story, school, and/or music time with the children and it shows as he has learned so much. Linda does crafts with the kids for the holidays which he proudly displays at home. Linda quickly and very...
- Julie N.
Meagan R.
5.0
Meagan is lovely and we are excited to have her as our after school babysitter!!
- Leticia C.
Ashlyn S.
5.0
Ashlyn is that wonderful combination of professional and genuinely friendly. My kids have already asked if she will be coming to play again.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Olyphant, PA:
How can I find a Olyphant babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Olyphant, 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 3 babysitters in Olyphant, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Olyphant, PA?
The average rate for Olyphant, PA babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of February 2025. 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 Olyphant, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Olyphant, PA through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.