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Find babysitters in Bear, DE that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in Bear, DE
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Bear, DE
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Gabi L and I am an incoming 1L at UPenn Law School. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Delaware Honors College with my Bachelor of Arts degree. I majored in political science and minored in history and legal studies.
I babysat for three families in 2020 and 2021, and currently have a full time...
Gabrielle can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My passion is to be a positive role model for children and guide them to be their best. I have my B. S. in Education and M. Ed. in School Counseling. I am currently a public school counselor. I have years of professional experience as a teacher (ECE-8th grade, and SPED), camp/before/aftercare counselor, tutor, coach, & mentor....
Natalie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Natalie is awesome!! She is great with my children and I have one special needs son and she works very well with him and truly understands his needs. She is always punctual, pleasant and most of all you can really tell she enjoys working with children. You choose...
Alyce R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am thrilled to offer my services as a babysitter. I am a mother of 2 and a dedicated full time special education teacher with a master's degree in Special Education. My professional background has equipped me with the skills and patience to provide exceptional care for children of all abilities. Safety is also a top...
Anna-marie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"She is very knowledgeable in many areas. She is compassionate and a strong individual. She is reliable and career oriented. She was an assistant director at my grandsons daycare, and we have remained good friends for three years. I highly recommend her for any...
Deborah G.
Francine S.
Bear, DE
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love arts & crafts, reading and kids. I was working in a private school as a teacher's aide for children in PS3, PS4, and KG full time. I left school to be a Grandma! I currently take care of my granddaughter during the school year. In the past, I have taught cooking camp during the summer (3rd grade to 8th) and a camp for...
Francine can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
" My wife and I were very happy to have had Francine as our nanny for almost two years. We have two children, a six-year-old and a two-year-old. Francine took excellent care of both children. We initially hired Francine to help on weekends and school holidays...
Care member
Melody F.
Bear, DE
$16-50/hr
Hello, my name is Melody. I am an 18-year-old college student. I am majoring in radiology and hoping to specialize in pediatric radiology. I am currently working at an indoor amusement park called Funcity in Bear, DE. I enjoy working there and being able to assist parents and children. I do not have a car as of now but I do have...
Charlee B.
Bear, DE
$8-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a caregiver with a passion for nurturing and educating young minds. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my ability to create a nurturing environment for children. I've always been drawn to the positive impact I can have on their lives, and I find great joy in supporting families and...
Charlee can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Josephine S.
Bear, DE
$32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As an experienced and passionate childcare provider with a decade of experience, I'm dedicated to fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles and genuine love for working with children have solidified my passion for caregiving. My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creativity and friendly...
Josephine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Tiffany W.
Bear, DE
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with eight years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with children stems from my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting their lives.
I'm patient, calm, creative, and imaginative, and I strive to create a...
Hello, my name is Chloe. In my free time I enjoy cooking, visiting the beach, and spending time with my little sister. I would describe myself as responsible, reliable, nurturing, and friendly. My experience caring for children started with babysitting for friends and family and then during high school I spent 2 years working...
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Leonora R.
Bear, DE
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, I love children of all ages. I've worked with mentally challenged adults. I have over 10 yrs of experience working, including multiples, infants, and children with special needs. I have experience with children of all ages. I enjoy arts/crafts and all age appropriate activities . I look forward to meeting you.
I'd...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as confident, outgoing, and caring.
I like working with kids because of their curious minds. I also fully believe "it takes a village" to nurture and care for a child.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to help someone in a way that positively impacts their life.
I started working with kids when...
Mariama D.
Bear, DE
$19-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
I'm a passionate and experienced caregiver with 20
Plus years in childcare . I believe in fostering a safe and supportive environment where children thrive. I believe in open communication and work closely with parents to ensure their child's needs are met. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and enjoy engaging children...
Emerson P.
Bear, DE
$8-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as patient , efficient and compassionate
I like working with kids because I love to guide / help them grow to become the best possible version of themselves :))
I'm looking for a job that is flexible and consistent
I started working with kids when I was 16 years old
Emerson can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been working with children since I was a teenager all the way up until now. I am currently teaching in a school district for the last 10 years. Prior to that I was home with my children for 8 years. I also had a licensed in home child care business for 4 years. I tutor children now and have been with both of my families...
Amelia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Brenda F.
Newark, DE
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm A Maternity RN Looking For Occasional Babysitting Job For Newborn
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 25+ years of experience. I am
a "Postpartum Newborn Specialist" looking to provide assistance and education after the parents bring the baby HOME . Also, I'm looking to help parents on my days off with occasional baby sitting or "date" nights.
Brenda can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Brenda was absolutely great with my baby. She punctual, professional, knew what to do and how to care and she made me feel safe and at ease leaving the baby with her. I definitely recommend her."
Nikkolas S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Taylor and I am 30 years old, living in Bear, DE. I am a paraprofessional during the school year with School District, and am looking to find a family that needs care for the summer. I have experience with newborns up to age 15, as well as years of experience with children with autism and an array of other different...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor is such a wonderful caregiver to our baby girl. She is reliable, punctual (always early), and flexible, which I greatly thank her for being.
I can't say enough great things about Taylor. She has helped our baby girl grow so much in such a short amount of...
Jessica S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been caring for children since I was 12 years old. I have been a part and full-time nanny, as well as a live-in nanny in North Jersey for 2 years. In addition, I am a certified elementary and special education teacher with master's degrees in both areas. During the school year, I work as a second grade teacher in...
Christie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Christie is by far one of our favorite babysitters! The kids absolutely love her and my husband and I do as well. Christie was a full time nanny for our 3 kids for two summers in a row. She knows how to keep the kids engaged and entertained. I work from home...
Aubrey W.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Emma. I have my B. S. in psychology, M. A. in School Psychology, and recently completed my Educational Specialist (Ed. S.) degree in School Psychology. I recently started my career as a School Psychologist with a school district, so I am only really looking for occasional jobs. This means I am knowledgeable...
5.0
"Emma is great with my kids (1 and 3 years). She is calm and patient but playful and silly. My kids talk about her often. She is very reliable, answers quickly and keeps us updated. I would recommend her to anyone!"
Hope L.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am recently graduated as a registered nurse from University of Delaware. I am looking for a summer position from June to August before I begin my job as a substance abuse nurse. With a kind, gentle, and fun nature, I genuinely adore working with children. I have extensive experience with various age groups, including...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma's great, my kids loved her!"
Tiffany C.
4.0
(4)
Hello families,
My name is Amanda, I'm 29 years old, looking for a full/part time nanny position starting any time!
Back in 2021, I moved to USA as an au pair to work with 3 kids in the suburbs of Philadelphia, but I've been working with kids since 2017 which helped me pay my college degree as a lawyer. Since then, I've been...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda is wonderful with kids. She did some date night sitting for us and our 3 kids liked her immediately. She played with them outside until bedtime. I would highly recommend her."
Kristina B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Bear, DE
Natalie H.
5.0
Natalie is awesome!! She is great with my children and I have one special needs son and she works very well with him and truly understands his needs. She is always punctual, pleasant and most of all you can really tell she enjoys working with children. You choose her, you will not be disappointed !
- Alyce R.
Anna-marie M.
5.0
I would like to state that Anna Marie is a colleague at my current job. I have the opportunity to work with her as a team, and there's no doubt that she is an amazing person. She is always on task, responsible, dependable, and very sweet. Therefore, she will not only provide the best services, but...
- Cinthya D.
Francine S.
5.0
My wife and I were very happy to have had Francine as our nanny for almost two years. We have two children, a six-year-old and a two-year-old. Francine took excellent care of both children. We initially hired Francine to help on weekends and school holidays (both children are in school five days...
- Care member
Brenda F.
5.0
Brenda was absolutely great with my baby. She punctual, professional, knew what to do and how to care and she made me feel safe and at ease leaving the baby with her. I definitely recommend her.
- Nikkolas S.
Taylor S.
5.0
Taylor has been a nanny for our toddler for a little over 1.5 years, and she's just been great. She is so wonderful with our kid. During the day, I can hear her reading a ton stories, singing songs, playing, convincing a toddler to eat more lunch, exploring the backyard, etc. She is very patient and...
- Kate D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Bear, DE:
How can I find a Bear babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Bear, DE can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 14 babysitters in Bear, DE on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Bear, DE?
The average rate for Bear, DE babysitters on Care.com is $17.50 per hour as of April 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Bear, DE?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Bear, DE through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Bear, DE babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Bear, DE are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.