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Andrea L.
5.0
Andrea was really lovely and professional. She has various certifications and extensive experience in early childhood care/monitoring, which is a bonus. Andrea arrived on time and was very warm and energetic with my 1.5 year old son. The best part was that she sent frequent photos and updates...
- Natasha S.
Regena S.
5.0
I hired Regena to watch my infant, and she was nothing short of extraordinary. She kept track of all the baby's naps, diapers, meals and activities without my even asking and held my difficult napper while she napped so she could get a good rest. I would absolutely hire her again. My husband was...
- Meghan M.
Anne G.
5.0
Anne was with us for about one year (when our daughter was about 9 months to about two years old), and she was great with our daughter. Anne was extremely dependable and was someone you could count on. She was always on time (often early) and always helped out in a pinch.
- Reuben A.
Miliana C.
5.0
Miliana communicated well, followed all guidelines and was a pleasure to work with. Would rehire.
- Christian C.
Jasmine B.
5.0
Jasmine is very dependable and has truly changed my kids lives. She nannied for my 3 kids 6, 8, and 12 and even still keeps in touch with them. We no longer needed the extra help but we still stay in touch because of the impact she's had on the kids. She is very creative and the kids always had fun...
- Laurel W.
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Andrea L. | Philadelphia, PA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp • 53 yrs old
Experienced Sleep Trainer And Emergency Back-up Child Care Provider 4x Vaxed
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Hello! My name is Andrea. I am one of the top 1% sleep trainers here in Philadelphia. I do not believe in the 'cry it out method', I believe in teaching parents how to assist their children in learning healthy...
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5.0
Andrea was really lovely and professional. She has various certifications and extensive experience in early childhood care/monitoring, which is a bonus. Andrea arrived on time and was very warm and energetic...
Reviewed by Natasha S.
4.9
(13)
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Hello families, my name is Regena, and I am a seasoned childcare provider who has a passion for children, I love what I do to nurture children and to make their families lives a little easier. Residing in the...
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5.0
I hired Regena to watch my infant, and she was nothing short of extraordinary. She kept track of all the baby's naps, diapers, meals and activities without my even asking and held my difficult napper while she...
Reviewed by Meghan M.
5.0
(4)
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Nneka has 12 years of varied and extensive childcare experience. Last summer, she completed her Waldorf early childhood teacher trainning and will be beging her full spectrum doula trainning.
Nneka spent the...
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5.0
(7)
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Hello! Your child's soon-to-be favorite child care provider who loves children is here and my name is Sheena. I'm available for full-time or part-time hours and my hours are flexible. I have cared for many...
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5.0
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Jasmine J. | Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp • 27 yrs old
Quality-oriented Child Care Professional With 6+ Years Of Experience And Proven Knowledge.
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Dependable and dedicated childcare provider with over 6 years of experience in babysitting, nannying, camp counseling, and preschool/grade school teaching. Flexible and adaptable with extensive knowledge of...
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5.0
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I have nearly 20 years experience babysitting and nannying. I was a day camp counselor for 4 years and an overnight camp counselor for 2 years. I have volunteered with children of all ages and abilities for 15...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Anne was with us for about one year (when our daughter was about 9 months to about two years old), and she was great with our daughter. Anne was extremely dependable and was someone you could count on. She was...
Reviewed by Reuben A.
5.0
(1)
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Hi, my name is Miliana and I am from South Philadelphia! I have 2 years of experience with children ages 1 and up! My skills include age-appropriate communication, confidentiality, and physical stamina and...
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5.0
Miliana communicated well, followed all guidelines and was a pleasure to work with. Would rehire.
Reviewed by Christian C.
5.0
(5)
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I'm 28 years old, stay at home mama to 3, providing full child care in my home or out. I have always known that any career that I chose would involve children. Being a nanny allows me to not only be surrounded...
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5.0
(2)
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Hi, my name is Thalissa, I'm Brazilian, and I'm looking for extra babysitting opportunities, as well as New Born Care Specialist positions. I am currently a full time nursing student at Jefferson, planning on...
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5.0
(1)
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I moved to Philadelphia to attend school, and now that I've graduated, I'm looking to help out families that need child care. I have some experience as a nanny for family with multiple children between the ages...
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5.0
(5)
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Hi! My name is Rachel and I am a second-year law student in Philadelphia. I am 25 years old and have been babysitting for about 13 years. I have babysat pretty much all age groups, ranging from 3 months and 13...
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5.0
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Eunice Y. | Philadelphia, PA
$15-50/hr • 7 yrs exp • 27 yrs old
Spunky And Responsible Child Care Provider With A Contagious Positive Attitude!
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I am a 26-year-old female Asian American, who takes pride in every corner of my identity. Motivated with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and years of experience working with children, my main priority is to...
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5.0
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Pangaea S. | Philadelphia, PA
$22-50/hr • 7 yrs exp • 25 yrs old
Well Rounded Student With Child, Pet And Home Care Experience, References And Clearances Available
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Hi there! My name is Pangaea and I am a local nanny and pre med student! I live in the Center City/South Philadelphia neighborhood. I've been a nanny for the last 7 years with lots of experience with newborn...
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5.0
(4)
Perla R. | Philadelphia, PA
$14-30/hr • 8 yrs exp • 32 yrs old
Passionate Experienced Child Care Giver
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Hola! My name is Perla. I'm bilingual and I live in NE Philly, Pa. I have more than 8 years of experience working with children age 0-18 years old. Through the years I have the experience of teaching and caring...
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5.0
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Jasmine B. | Philadelphia, PA
$22-75/hr • 6 yrs exp • 26 yrs old
Jasmine B. A Passionate Social Worker With A Passion For Child Care And Child Welfare.
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My name is Jasmine B. I am a social worker in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I have always had a passion for children and child welfare and I am grateful to share my passions and experiences with your...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Jasmine is very dependable and has truly changed my kids lives. She nannied for my 3 kids 6, 8, and 12 and even still keeps in touch with them. We no longer needed the extra help but we still stay in touch...
Reviewed by Laurel W.
3.4
(5)
Your Child's World Learning Center, Inc.
6801 N. 16th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19126
Costimate: $140/day
Description:
Your Child's World Learning Center, Inc. is a family participation center. We believe in the premise that a child greatly benefits from receiving love and support from the whole community. On a daily basis,...
5.0
(2)
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In-home child care, from newborn thru age 5.
Yard is set up with play equipment, covered deck provides shaded play area.
Thirty-five years' experience with child care both in my own home and at a Child...
5.0
(2)
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At The Sunset Lane Daycare Center, we are an in-home daycare filled with smiles. We learn through love! Our safe and friendly environment is designed to meet all of your child's developmental needs. Our...
3.7
(3)
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Welcome, parents! We've been providing outstanding child care services for twelve years now! We offer some unique benefits to our students and family members, which is why they choose "Baby Genius" among other...
5.0
(1)
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A creative, licensed daycare center that provides a safe and happy learning environment for each child that will stimulate their physical, intellectual, social and emotional growth at their own pace.
Subsidy...
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FAQs for finding child care in Philadelphia
How much does it cost in 2022 to hire a child care provider in Philadelphia, PA?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $16.30 per hour as of October 2022. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care help near me?
Care.com currently has 3076 child care providers Philadelphia, PA. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Philadelphia and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Philadelphia that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Philadelphia, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Philadelphia and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.