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Aaron Rolston
Gilbertsville, PA

Activity summary

Last seen: 7 hours ago Member since: May 2026

Babysitter

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Gilbertsville for work.

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Languages I can speak: English

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Najilah Lackey

Najilah Lackey
Philadelphia, PA

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Member since: Jul 2024

Welcome to my Page, I hope you hire me ;)

Hello! I am Najilah, Im 15 turning 16 July 19th, I live in the Cheltenham area of Philadelphia. Im currently in high-school still, but I am seeking a babysitting/ pet sitting job.

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $14/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Pet sitting $14 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $11 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet grooming

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Philadelphia for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 8 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Asthma training
    • Water safety training
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • 10 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have my child care clearances, as well as first aid and CPR trained. I formerly worked under the Boys & Girls Club of America at the Germantown location. I am currently in high-school, a rising junior Class of '26. I have pet care experience, I grew up with cats, dogs, bunnies, rabbits and Guinea pigs.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers

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Faith Bedworth

Faith Bedworth
Philadelphia, PA

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Member since: Feb 2026

Looking for a caring sitter?

Hi! I’m a reliable and caring babysitter and pet sitter with years of hands-on experience. I have worked with children from newborn through pre-teen and am comfortable helping with daily routines like meals, homework, bedtime, and school prep. I also have over 5 years of experience caring for dogs with different temperaments, energy levels, and needs. I treat every child and pet like family, focusing on safety, patience, and positive care. I’m dependable, communicative, and truly enjoy helping families feel at ease while they’re away.

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide home daycare (at my place)

  • Home daycare
    • Part-time daycare
    • School holiday daycare
    • Meals provided

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Food allergies
    • Diabetes
    • Asthma
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Down syndrome
    • Epilepsy / tics
    • Physical disabilities
    • Visual impairments

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Administering medications
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs

Dog walking $16 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel within Philadelphia for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

- - - - -

Nite

- - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 8 months experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • 10 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 23 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

Hello,

My name is Faith, and I’m reaching out regarding your post looking for someone with childcare experience who can also help with light cleaning. I believe I would be a great fit for what you’re looking for.

I have been providing childcare since I was 15 years old, and I am now 23, giving me over eight years of hands-on experience caring for children of different ages. My experience includes supervising children, helping with daily routines, engaging them in age-appropriate activities, and ensuring a safe, supportive, and positive environment. I’m also comfortable assisting with light cleaning and tidying related to childcare needs.

I can provide a reference upon request, and I am also able to provide child abuse clearance documentation if that would be helpful for your peace of mind.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I would love the opportunity to talk further and see if I might be a good match for your family’s needs. I am also willing to get cpr/first aid certified this month

Best regards, Faith

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Writing

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Raquel D. Sampson

Raquel D. Sampson
Philadelphia, PA

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Welcome message:

Hi, I'm Raquel. I'm 18 turning 19 in July, and I love taking care kids! I enjoy interacting with children and getting to explore their unique personalities and traits! Some things about me, I love the beach and seashells, hanging out with friends, and I also love animals. I'm a Business major enrolled at Penn State University (A branch campus) and I currently work as a food service worker in the school's cafe. I have 3+ years of experience with educational/school childcare at Waldron Mercy Academy in Merion Station, PA and grew up babysitting.

Babysitter, Parent helper $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting $13 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $16 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Philadelphia for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

-

Day

-

Arvo

-

Eve.

-

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 18 months experience working with children
    • First aid training
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Anaphylaxis training
    • Water safety training
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • 5 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Raquel For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Dog walking

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Daisha E Campoverde

Daisha E Campoverde
Philadelphia, PA

Activity summary

Member since: Oct 2025

Welcome message:

Hi! My name is Daisha, and I'm a responsible, caring, and enthusiastic babysitter with a true passion for working with children. I've taken multiple childcare and early education classes throughout high school and have hands-on experience tutoring and supporting young learners. Whether it's helping with homework, planning fun and educational activities, or keeping routines running smoothly, I'm dedicated to creating a safe, positive, and engaging environment for kids. I'm currently preparing to study Early Childhood Education in college, and I'd love the opportunity to bring my experience and energy into your home. I treat every child I work with like family and always aim to be someone you can truly count on!

Babysitter $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Reading writing

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Philadelphia for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Driver's license
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Writing

Contact Daisha For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Dog walking

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Zahara Akili Brown

Zahara Akili Brown
Philadelphia, PA

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Experienced Babysitter Who Loves Engaging with Kids

Hi, my name is Zahara, and I’m a reliable and enthusiastic 17-year-old high school student, turning 18 in April. I have three years of experience as a camp counselor for kids aged 5-12 and have also babysat children aged 10-11. I love connecting with kids through fun activities, creative play, and helping with homework. I’m also certified with a Child Abuse Clearance and Pennsylvania Background Check, giving you peace of mind.

Babysitter, Parent helper $13.50/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Philadelphia for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

Nite

- - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 10 months experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have experience as a camp counselor working with children aged 5-10 and currently work in an after-school program for first to fifth graders. I’ve also babysat regularly for a family a few nights a month. I hold both Child Abuse Clearances and a Pennsylvania Background Check for added peace of mind.

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Zahara For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Dog walking

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Nathaly Sanchez

Nathaly Sanchez
Fountain Hill, PA

Activity summary

Member since: Apr 2025

Babysitter, Parent helper $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting $16 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Cleaning cages / bedding

Dog walking $20 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Fountain Hill for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 20 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish

Hello! I’m Nathaly and I’m currently in nursing school to become a LPN and I want to specialize in pediatrics. I have my BLS certification, I am the oldest of 4 (10,3,2) and have helped my mom with raising them since they were infants. I did babysitting in NYC since I was 14 and worked at an afterschool program. I’m currently in school everyday from 8-3 but I’m available for an afternoon babysitting/ date night babysitting!

My skills and interests:

  • Singing
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

Contact Nathaly For Free

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Niola Charles
Philadelphia, PA

Activity summary

Member since: Oct 2025

Babysitter, Parent helper $18.50/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Administering medications

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Pet sitting $18 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Dog walking $17 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Philadelphia for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - -

Day

- - - -

Arvo

- - - -

Eve.

- - - - -

Nite

- - - - -

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
  • 1 year experience working with pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

Contact Niola For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Paulo L Belito
Philadelphia, PA

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2025

Babysitter $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)

Dog walking $19 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel within Philadelphia for work.

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

Hi my name is Paulo, im a 18 year old senior, I'm a female who's focusing on her career. i'm looking forward to babysitting kids I love watching them. as being the youngest of 5 older siblings, and hoping to be a amazing mom one day & I hope any one of you guys will be interested for me to watch your kids :)

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Juliana Lupo-Ambrose
Plainview, NY

Activity summary

Member since: Nov 2025

Babysitter, Parent helper

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Plainview for work.

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Languages I can speak: English

Contact Juliana For Free

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Childcare

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Babysitting Pay Rates Gilbertsville, PA, United States (Updated 27 Apr 2026)

Gilbertsville babysitters are paid an average of $17.27 per hour as of May 2026, which is 2.3% lower than the Pennsylvanian average of $17.68, and 6.9% lower than the United States average of $18.56. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Gilbertsville.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Gilbertsville:
$15.70 $17.27 $18.84
Pennsylvania:
$16.07 $17.68 $19.28
United States:
$16.87 $18.56 $20.24

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Often the biggest challenge with hiring a babysitter is finding good candidates, to begin with. In this section, we reveal many secrets that you can use to attract the best local babysitters, we also explore alternatives to hiring babysitters that you may not have considered.

What makes a good babysitter

Finding a good babysitter is not an easy task, in this section, we highlight various qualities to look out for while you're gathering candidates for your open position. We also cover less commonly considered candidates such as male babysitters and answer commonly asked questions that parents have about them.

Babysitter interview tips

How you conduct your interview process is critical to identifying the most appropriate babysitter for your family. In this section, we run through a recommended babysitting interview format and provide tips and tricks that you can use to learn the most about your candidates. We also offer a huge list of good interview questions and how best to utilize them depending on your unique circumstances.

Babysitter pay

One of the most common questions parents have about babysitting is how much they should pay their sitter. In this section, we look at the many factors that influence babysitter pay including your geographic location, age and experience of the sitter, age and number of children, and specific job requirements.

How to vet babysitting candidates

Once you have a shortlist of the best babysitters you can find, the next step is to vet them further to make sure they are who they say they are and the skills and qualifications they claim to have are valid. Follow our guides on checking babysitter references and running background checks.

Babysitting job expectations

Babysitting jobs come with a lot of expectations from both sides, in this section we look at the common things that babysitters and parents anticipate and how good communication is critical to maintaining a good working relationship where everyone knows what is expected of them.

Special occasions

There are several key dates and events throughout the year when babysitters are in hot demand, read our guides below to give you an advantage over other families who are competing with you for the best babysitters.

Babysitting difficulties

Babysitting is not always easy for sitters or parents but it should always be safe. In this section, we reveal some key warning signs that you should be looking out for to ensure that your kids are safe and being lovingly looked after whenever you're away. We also discuss the things you can, and cannot do if you suspect something may be wrong.

Babysitting admin and tax

Hiring a babysitter comes with extra responsibilities and duties because you are an employer. In this section, we discuss the various admin tasks that may be asked of you such as writing babysitting references for past employees and we also cover how this can affect your tax.