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51 available babysitters in Bala Cynwyd, PA

Families in Bala Cynwyd turn to UrbanSitter for emergency and same-day babysitting.
32 available today | Avg hourly rate: $21.43/hr

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Nicola
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Bala Cynwyd, PA

Greetings Families, My name is Nicola I am originally from the island of Jamaica. I am a certified teacher for over 20 years specializing in Reading and Writing instruction for Pre-K-8th grade. Being a teacher is often times also like being a second Mom or Aunty to the children I serve. It is humbling and a blessing. I love to travel, be in nature, music, art, cultures, literature and sports. I love to share my interests and experiences with children and learn from them as well. I enjoy being with children because they keep me youthful and enable me to continue to see thee world in new ways, and stay in touch with joy, hope, love and learning. You can rest assured that when your precious ones are in my care, "Every little thing is gonna be alright."

“Nicola was fantastic! She arrived on time and prepared with a couple fun activities for our toddler. Our daughter loved her right away. She was professional, enthusiastic, kind, calm, and upbeat. She handled dinner and bedtime with ease and grace. We feel so lucky to have found her!”

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Shona $35 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Shona and I am a musician and nanny both of which I have been doing professionally for 20 years. I was a full time, live in nanny for all of 2020 and 2021, and have worked with many families the past 4 years ages 7 months-5 years. I have been working with, caring for and teaching kids of all ages since I was 13 years old. I have been a babysitter, a swim teacher, music teacher, full time nanny, not to mention auntie to all my friend's babies. I am more than happy to send references and answer any questions you might have for me. I'm open to part time work as well as occasional babysitting for date nights, and would prefer to be relatively close to Germantown where I live. I love animals, cooking and cleaning, playing games, reading and singing silly songs. I am a creative and energetic person who has always naturally understood children and how to communicate with them in a kind way while also maintaining respect on both ends. I think kids deserve respect just as much as we do and part of my calling is to help model that with the kids I care for. I greatly look forward to hearing from you!!

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Olivia $16 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Olivia and I would absolutely love to babysit for your family! I have nine nieces and nephews I've helped my sisters care for since I was 10, so I have lots of experience and love kids more than anything. For example, I spent the first part of the COVID pandemic with my sister helping her raise her two newborn twins (while also caring for two older boys!) I received my undergraduate degree in Applied Exercise Science at the University of Michigan in 2023. I am currently earning my master's and teaching certification from IUP to become a K-12 health and PE teacher here in Philly! Multiple families have rehired me for years and I've had the privilege of watching their kids grow from newborns to kindergartners and beyond! I dogsit as well and am CPR/First Aid certified and fully vaccinated. If you're curious, I have a five-star rating on the babysitting app Bambino with 24 reviews. I love caring for children and look forward to doing so here in Philly!

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Francesca $18 per hour for 1 child

I am a student at the University of Pennsylvania and I love working with children and pets! I have about 2 years of babysitting experience, working with children (infants - 10 years old). My responsibilities have included preparing food, reading to kids, putting them to sleep, cleaning, etc. I am fluent in Spanish and English. I am also conversational in German, Mandarin Chinese, and French. I am CPR certified. I have also volunteered in pet shelters for about 2 years. I hope to share my experience and passion with others!

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Dana
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Bala Cynwyd, PA

Being around animals brings me joy, and having the opportunity to take care of your dog, cat or other pet is something that I truly love. I'll take care of your fur baby as if it's my own, and I'll do everything possible to make sure that their time with me is super enjoyable! I'm experienced with both puppies, kittens and senior cats and dogs. I've given pets their insulin injection, and I'm able to give even the most stubborn pet their oral medication. In my spare time I enjoy biking, swimming and strength training.

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How much does an emergency babysitter cost in Bala Cynwyd, PA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $21.43
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $26.34
  • Typical job length: 5.1 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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4.9 average star rating from total of 271 reviews in Bala Cynwyd, PA

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"We were incredibly grateful that Maya was able to help us out with a last-minute childcare emergency. She matched our 9-year-old's energy with arts & crafts, some quiet reading, and a walk around the neighborhood. We'd have Maya back in a heartbeat!"

Hillary S., parent

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"We used Tania for a last minute emergency. She responded very quickly. My daughter seemed to enjoy herself. My son napped most of the time. I enjoyed how she kept me updated by text."

Theresa M., parent

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"Hannah was awesome. Went above & beyond to help me with a last minute emergency. She was really sweet & great with my 16mo old. Highly recommend!!"

Lauren D., parent

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How much does an emergency babysitter cost in Bala Cynwyd?

As of October 2026, babysitting rates in Bala Cynwyd average $21.43 per hour for one child, and vary by experience, number of children, and job length. For same-day care, offering a higher rate can help attract interest and a faster response. See average babysitting rates in your area.

Are babysitters in Bala Cynwyd on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a babysitter in Bala Cynwyd for today or tonight?

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What's the best way to find a babysitter in Bala Cynwyd on short notice?

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