We are redefining professional childcare — supporting the careers of talented, caring individuals who love working with kids.
Our mission is to elevate what it means to be a nanny or sitter, by facilitating jobs with great families in and around Philadelphia and providing ongoing help with employee-employer relationships.
Whether you are balancing nannying with continuing education or looking to step up in your career goals in childcare, we are here to help you find the ideal, long-term nanny job of your dreams so you can focus on what you do best — caring for kids.
Why Work With Us?
Smart Sitting’s proven process offers a simple, safe, and supportive way to find great babysitting and nanny jobs in Philadelphia.
As former babysitters, nannies, educators, and child specialists ourselves, we’re committed to helping you navigate your childcare career with confidence. From negotiating hourly rates and benefits worthy of your skills and expertise, to defining your role and responsibilities with families, we are your dependable, supportive resource. We promise great communication, transparency, and business-sense, making every job simpler and more rewarding.
Pursue your unique career and lifestyle goals, all while inspiring children to embrace their own journey.
Let our knowledge be your strength in the job search.
Understanding families’ and nannies’ specific needs allows us to find our stellar SmartSitters jobs that will be just the right fit for them.
“Working as a sitter with Smart Sitting has only been a joy. The agency is incredibly responsive and communicative. Not only do they take the time to make sure you’re paired with the perfect family for you, but they also ensure that the match continues to be successful through check ups. Smart Sitting provides the safest and most caring work environment!”
— SmartSitter Anika B.
Our Personalized Job Matching Process
Smart Sitting is proud to represent the best of the best. Everyone in our community has been thoroughly screened and personally interviewed - only 6% of our applicants are selected. Our hiring process invites loving, trustworthy, and skilled candidates from all backgrounds, as Smart Sitting values diversity and inclusivity within our network . Please take your time applying and be as thorough as possible. We also conduct thorough interviews with our families, to ensure our nannies are connected with families that embrace their individuality and skill set.
Step 1 | Discover and apply
Get to know how we work and fill out our online application so we can get to know you in return. We consider candidates on the following criteria:
Experience and educational background
Passion for working with children
Communication skills
Problem solving skills
Emotional intelligence
Reliability and punctuality
Step 2 | Interview
Those few candidates with exceptional applications are contacted to set up an interview with a Recruitment Specialist. Walk through childcare experience, discuss and evaluate core values, and discuss your ideal job expectations and current open positions with a job expert.
Step 3 | References
After a successful interview, we reach out to at least three childcare-related references. Transcripts of these conversations are kept on file for families to review. Only candidates with stellar references move forward in our process - and Smart Sitters love that these transcripts mean they no longer have to inconvenience their references when interviewing for new positions.
Step 4 | Background Check
All candidates undergo a National Criminal Background Check, Social Security Verification, Sex Offender check, and extensive Manual County checks which we keep on file for families to review. Our background check policies are modeled after best practices for the childcare industry.
Step 5 | Onboarding
Throughout the screening process, each candidate’s written and verbal communication are assessed. We require SmartSitters to respond to emails and text messages within 24 hours. Once in the network, you are invited to set up a profile while we help you finalize the process so you are ready to find your nanny job.
Step 6 | Position Matching and Community
After successfully completing all other steps, Smart Sitting Family Specialists get to know each nanny and babysitter one-on-one and personally work together to handpick positions that are best suited for your skills, experience, and availability, to ensure positive and successful connections for both sides. Once in our network, SmartSitters stay at the top of their game through ongoing training, group events, and mentorship, while we continue to support you in your professional journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Smart Sitting helps childcare professionals in Philadelphia find great families and grow their careers with confidence.
What is the going rate for nannies in Philadelphia?
The average hourly rate for a babysitter or nanny in Philadelphia is around $20/hr. Currently, the job market is highly competitive and nannies are able to select positions offering high rates as well as generous benefits packages. Rates do depend on the requirements of the position as well as the experience and skills of the nanny. Rates for Smart Sitting positions in Philadelphia usually start at $25+/hour for long-term, full-time nanny jobs. We also advocate on your behalf for additional benefits, such as paid time off, travel reimbursement, and health insurance contributions.
How do I find a nanny job in Philadelphia?
If you are trying to find a job as a nanny in Philadelphia, there are online job boards and listing services where you can post your profile and connect with families. We advise you to be careful when communicating with families via these sites. Working with a reputable nanny agency helps both you and the family be safe, and gives you someone to turn to if you have questions about your employment or anything that comes up after you’ve started the job.
What kind of long-term childcare work can I do in Philadelphia?
If you love to work with children, there are plenty of childcare routes you can take. Lately, in-person, on-site childcare work like camps, after-school programs, and daycare centers are a little more precarious, as many organizations have had to shut their door due to low enrollment numbers or mandatory closures. However, there is great demand for skilled, experienced caregivers to work in families’ homes as nannies in long-term, professional positions. Help shape the children you work with, encourage and bring out the best in them, all while helping a busy family manage their everyday life by applying to work as a nanny today.
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