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Najilah Lackey

Najilah Lackey
Philadelphia, PA

Activity summary

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 special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • Dog walking (click for details)
  • Pet grooming
  • House sitting
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring

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:
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

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

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Pet sitting

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Dog walking

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Syani Marie Perez

Syani Marie Perez
Philadelphia, PA

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Member since: Aug 2024

Hello, welcome to my page.

Hello, I’m 16 years old turning 17. I have babysat most of my life, families, friends neighbors. Kids throughout the ages of 6months and 10 and up. I’m reliable and able to work anytime besides Fridays where I have my piano classes and violin classes. I have worked with special needs kids and I have one of my own which is my brother so that wont be an issue. I can cook small meals, full meals and dieted meals. I can do heavy and light cleaning, I have some cpr training from school in my health classes and water safe training. I’m currently a volunteer at a vet clinic so I have some pet training and experienced with all animals sizes. I own pets of my own cats, kittens, puppies, reptiles, and small animals like, hamsters, mice, bunnies so I know how to handle well, I can help with some tutoring like math and especially in science and history, my most strongest skill is my ELA.

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $14 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • Dog walking (click for details)
  • Pet daycare
  • Pet boarding
  • House sitting
  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring
  • Elderly care

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time, Full-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
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

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

  • 5 years experience working with children
  • 7 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Emergency car access
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English, Japanese, and Korean
    • Email verified

I have cpr training and water safety training from my health classes in school. I’m currently a volunteer at a vet clinic so I have experience with large small animals and know some pet training, I have an emergency car access. I’m fully vaccinated with papers. I can handle all types of animals, going down to reptiles, bunnies, mice, hamsters and more up too large dogs, puppies, kittens and large cats. I have experience with special needs children.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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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 16 and I love kids! I'm new at babysitting but I'm positive that I could be a really successful babysitter. I enjoy interacting with children and getting to explore their unique personalities and traits! To me, teaching children about their emotions and how to handle them is important. This means that I take care in the way that I speak to them and treat them so that they are able to learn about their emotions they grow. I want to pursue Mathematics in College and I'm an honor roll student! I currently work at an elementary/middle school as an aftercare associate.

Babysitter, Nanny

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)

Other services I can provide

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
  • 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:
    • 17 years old
    • Police check
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

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

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Jasara Williams

Jasara Williams
Philadelphia, PA

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Welcome message:

Hello!

My name is Jasara, and I am excited to offer my babysitting services to families in our community. As a senior in high school with extensive experience in child care, I bring a unique blend of skills and enthusiasm to the role. I am trained in first aid and CPR, ensuring your children's safety is always a top priority.

Beyond safety, I strive to create a fun and nurturing environment for the kids I care for. I love to cook, read, write, explore nature, and dance, and I incorporate these activities into my babysitting to keep your children engaged and entertained.

Babysitter $13 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • 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:

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

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

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:

  • 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:

  • Childcare credentials:
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I am a senior in high school with a diverse skill set that includes cooking, reading, writing, nature exploration, and dance. I have also received credentials in first aid and CPR training. My educational journey has equipped me with a solid foundation in these areas, and I am passionate about continuing to develop and apply these skills in various aspects of my life.

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing

Contact Jasara For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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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 16-year-old high school student, turning 17 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
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

  • House sitting
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring
  • Elderly care

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
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • General credentials:
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

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
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Zahara For Free

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Childcare

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Brielle Marie Jones
Philadelphia, PA

Activity summary

Member since: Oct 2024

Welcome message:

Hello I’m Brielle I’m 17 and a senior in high school, I have a passion for working with kids and have been working with kids for two years. I’ve worked at daycares and interned at kipp catto elementary for two years, most of the kids I have worked with ranged from ages 3-10. I’m from the uptown area of philadelphia, though I am young I can ensure you that I have a lot of experience working with children and will never disappoint!

Babysitter $14 / 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)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

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

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

  • House sitting
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring

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:

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

My credentials

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

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Water safety training
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Hello, I’m cpr certified, first aid, I also have my fingerprints and have my police history clarence.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Arts/crafts
  • Writing

Contact Brielle For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Kyhem Penn Jr

Kyhem Penn Jr
Philadelphia, PA

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Welcome message:

Hi there! I'm Kyhem, a warm and caring sitter based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, seeking a full-time, live-out nanny position with a loving family. With experience working with primary school-aged children, I am passionate about providing a nurturing and educational environment for little ones to thrive in. My hourly rate is $15.0, and I'm ready to devote my time and attention to your family's needs.

As a dedicated caregiver, I prioritize creating a safe and engaging space for children to learn and grow. From assisting with homework to organizing fun and enriching activities, I am committed to offering personalized care that aligns with your family's values and routines. I understand the importance of open communication and flexibility, and I am always willing to collaborate with parents to ensure the best possible care for their children.

If you're looking for a dependable and compassionate nanny to join your family, I would love to connect with you. Feel free to message me if you're interested in exploring the possibility of having me as your child's caregiver. I look forward to the opportunity to make a positive impact on your child's life and provide you with peace of mind knowing they are in good hands.

Babysitter, Nanny $15 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

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

I can travel to surrounding 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
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

  • 3 months experience working with children
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 18 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Computers
  • Writing

Contact Kyhem For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

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Marly Motr

Marly Motr
Philadelphia, PA

Activity summary

Member since: Dec 2024

Babysitter $17 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Grocery shopping

I'm available for events:

  • Corporate functions babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Full-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:

  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 2 years experience working with children
  • 1 month experience working with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English and French
    • Email verified

I am a trojans,A leadership and a creative person

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Nature
  • Computers

Contact Marly For Free

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Childcare

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Ayonnie Pich
Philadelphia, PA

Activity summary

Member since: Dec 2024

Babysitter

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)

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

My credentials

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

Contact Ayonnie For Free

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Azlynn murphy

Azlynn murphy
Philadelphia, PA

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2024

Babysitter $25 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

My availability

I'm looking for 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:

  • 2 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking

Contact Azlynn For Free

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Babysitting Pay Rates Glenolden, PA, United States (Dec 2024)

Glenolden babysitters are paid an average of $17.11 per hour as of December 2024, which is 7.3% higher than the Pennsylvanian average of $15.95, and 2.3% higher than the United States average of $16.73. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
Min Avg Max
Glenolden:
$10.00 $17.11 $28.00
Pennsylvania:
$7.25 $15.95 $30.00
United States:
$0.00 $16.73 $80.00

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data.
Prices shown in United States dollars (USD)


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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.