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60 babysitters are listed in Hockessin, DE
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Hockessin, DE
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Katherine and I'm currently a part-time college student and medical assistant. I have gained my experience in childcare from working at two daycare facilities and babysitting for over 6 years. I also have certifications in CCMA, BLS, CPR, and Infections Control and Barrier Precautions. My skills and experience...
Katherine can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We loved Kat! She was always so good with our two kids. Her communication was awesome, she was always on time and the kids really loved having her. We highly recommend her."
Erika K.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a passionate, motivated, and experienced child care provider based in Hockessin. I love getting to know kids, fostering their interests, and helping them be their best self. I have experience with infants to pre-teens, and I love working with any age!
I have 10+ years of experience with individuals with special needs,...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Samantha M.
Hockessin, DE
$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am an organized, reliable person with plenty of experience babysitting. I am 9 years older than my younger sister, so I have been a "built-in" babysitter for her since she was born. I am very adaptable and flexible, so I am comfortable working with any age! I love playing board games and spending time with my family. I am...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
I have accumulated experience working with children in many facets.
In high school I assisted running a licensed preschool with ages 2-5.
I have taken two early childhood education courses in high school and some elementary education courses in College at Harford Community College in Bel Air, Maryland.
I have also held an...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Megan C.
Hockessin, DE
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Babysitter/Dogsitter In The Hockessin/Wilmington/Newark Area
I'm 29 years old and have a bachelors degree in Communications and PR. I've been furloughed from my full time job due to Covid-19 so I am looking to babysit children or dogs regularly. I am available during the day and on most weekends. I have a lot of experience with children and with dogs. I've babysat many times throughout my...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
I like working with kids because children are outgoing and adventurous. Children are a big joy to work with.
One thing you should know about me is that I am very reliable and will always try my best to be on time.
Kylee can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling
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
(1)
An Ex Au Pair Looking To Work With Children.
I'm looking for a job where I can not only be a babysitter but also a good influence on the child by setting good examples
I started working with kids when I was in college. During my internship in 2019, I taught robotics and math to kids after school hours, and since then, I have...
Thayna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Thayna is awesome! My boys love her to say the least! She is kind, patient, reliable, responsible and trustworthy. I highly recommend her to any family that is looking for a babysitter or a nanny! "
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Hailee S.
Wilmington, DE
$26/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Hailee I am 27 years old and I have always had a heart for helping people and working with individuals from infancy to geriatric. I am currently going to school to become an occupational therapy assistant, I have been nannying and babysitting since my freshman year of high school. My goal in life is to have a purpose...
Hailee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Azzure E.
Wilmington, DE
$19-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Azzuré (uh-zor-ay). I'm currently a college student & a business owner. I specialize in childcare & pet care along with a bit of household services.
I genuinely enjoy babysitting & have been caring for toddlers (that are potty-trained), & kids since my early teens.
My responsibilities include fun activities,...
Azzure can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Azzure was wonderful with my child, always punctual, and great with our pup too!"
Care member
Shannon K.
Wilmington, DE
$20-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Postpartum Doula In Training, And Responsible Yet Fun Loving Nanny!
5.0
(6)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I have 33 years of childcare experience. I come from a very large family, so I have been around a number of ages since I was young. I am one of six and 9th in the line of 64 first cousins. This has brought me to my immense love for children. I have been babysitting since I was 14. I have experience in a daycare, as a nanny...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Shannon babysat for my family on very short notice. She was wonderful and my kids can't wait to see her again!"
Sara P.
Demeka J.
Wilmington, DE
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Childcare Provider Able To Provide Light Housekeeping and Errands.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with children of all ages. I worked in a daycare for 6 years. I was a preschool teacher for a private Christian school for 10 years, where I had 12 students ages 3-5 years old. I am certified in First Aid and CPR and to give medication Currently I server in the nursery at my church and I am home daycare...
Demeka can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Dena and I currently work full time in a childcare center in Glen Mills PA. I have also worked as a nanny and a toddler/infant teacher in a daycare setting. I am able to take care of multiple children at a time. I have experiences with children ages infant through teens. Some of the activities I have done with the...
Dena can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dena was my daughter's 1 year old teacher, and I couldn't have been more thrilled with her experience. She brought great comfort to me as a working mom to know that she was cared for, thriving, and doing far greater things than I would have been able to provide to...
Moira M.
5.0
(3)
Hi! I have been a paid babysitter since I was 12, I'm now 26. I have experience with kids of all ages, newborns included. As well as experience taking care of children with special needs and twins. I am currently nannying for an amazing family with 5 children under 7 (every Thursday and Saturday nights) I have been with them for...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Cyndi is a fantastic babysitter. She was really great with my 7 year old twin daughters. One has special needs: Down syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Cyndi was very patient and kind with both children. We would definitely recommend her for sure."
Tara C.
Amy D.
Wilmington, DE
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Positive, Playful, Attentive And Conscientious Dog Walker And Overnight Pet Care Provider Available
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've enjoyed dog walking and providing pet care services such as visits and overnights most of my life, first as a preteen and more recently, as my main occupation since early 2015.
My dog experience includes giant breeds such as Irish wolfhounds, Giant Schnauzers and Newfoundlands, as well as German shepherds, Staffordshire...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Amy is sweet, down to Earth and great with children. She takes great care of our toddler and infant."
Abby C.
Leah O.
Wilmington, DE
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Overnight Newborn Care Specialist And Infant/Toddler Nanny
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love kids and getting involved in what kids are doing - playing house, a backyard frog hunt, helping babies roll, and cuddling sleepy newborns are a few of those activities.
I'm a University of Delaware graduate and former social worker.
Details:
-Newborn Care Specialist
-Experience with twins (I love them!)
-The...
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leah was a wonderful addition to our family for 15 months, tending to, nurturing, and loving our twin girls. Her knowledge about babies and children is impeccable. She’s was respectful of our home, and our routines; always leaving the home in better condition than...
Care member
Nadia H.
Newark, DE
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Nadia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Nadia did an excellent job! My kids loved her and she was an excellent communicator!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'd love the chance to work for you. Here is a bit about me:
I am 24 years old and recently moved here from Central PA to be closer to my 1-year-old nephew. I went to the University of Delaware for Animal Science, but since graduating have gravitated toward botany and scientific illustration. I have a new job at a local...
Gillian can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gillian was great with our son. Doing crafts, playing outside, and board games. She is always on time, and has great communication. She's part of the family."
Jessica D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of children for the last 20 years. The children's ages have been from 6 weeks old to 5-year-old.
Lena can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lena has become an integral part of our family. She is the kindest and most loving caregiver. I am a first time mother and had many anxieties about having-to go back to work and finding someone to watch our 4 month old daughter at the time but Lena quickly became...
Megan S.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi ! My name is Amanda. I love kids. I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amanda is very on top of her game she always calls to check on my child and i to make sure we are okay. She is always there when i need her. We count her as part of our family. Very thoughtful, punctual & caring."
Precious G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Hockessin, DE
Katherine P.
5.0
We loved Kat! She was always so good with our two kids. Her communication was awesome, she was always on time and the kids really loved having her. We highly recommend her.
- Erika K.
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.
Thayna Q.
5.0
Thayna is awesome! My boys love her to say the least! She is kind, patient, reliable, responsible and trustworthy. I highly recommend her to any family that is looking for a babysitter or a nanny!
- Care member
Azzure E.
5.0
Azzuré is an amazing caregiver. She is mature, patient, thoughtful and proactive. I have two girls now ages 10 and 12. She takes time with the kids and they truly love her like a family member. I would highly recommend her.
- Care member
Shannon K.
5.0
Shannon was a great babysitter. My children always enjoyed when she came to watch them.
- Linda D.
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How can I find a Hockessin babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Hockessin, DE?
The average rate for Hockessin, DE babysitters on Care.com is $15.17 per hour as of January 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 Hockessin, DE?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Hockessin, 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.