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60 babysitters are listed in Lewes, DE
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Lewes, DE
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Responsible babysitter with experience caring for children during weekdays and evenings, skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities, while demonstrating priority in children s safety and well-being. Trusted by parents, with mutual loving affection for all cared children. Cleaned and organized house whenever...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"I wish more human beings showed the compassion and love Susan does with family and non-family members alike. It does not matter - all are treated with dignity, respect, and love. I am fortunate to receive all of those from her. "
Brian H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jean and I live in Lewes, Delaware. I have six granddaughters, ages 8 to 22 that I have actively taken care of since they were infants. I have a completed criminal background check and hold certifications in CPR and First Aid. I absolutely love children! I will play, read, bathe, take to them to the library, on...
Jean can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Jean! I hired her to watch 6 children at a family baby shower and she was wonderful! She was very communicative prior to the event, she arrived early, brought games for the children to play with her, she encouraged them to do...
Gina P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Alyssa, I've lived in the Lewes area practically my whole life. I've been caring for children for over 10 years, and also have experience with pets, cooking, organizing, and cleaning of all sorts. I have open availability and am looking to spend my summer (and maybe more) lending an extra hand to anyone in the area...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Alyssa has been a great asset to our family. I have 2 boys who keep you on your toes and she does wonderful with them both. Hands down, the best babysitter! "
Brittany R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love children of all ages. I have babysitting experience with all ages from infants to 15-year-olds. When I babysit, I am interactive with the children. I read to them & play with them. My priorities are keeping the children happy & safe while their parents are away. My hours are flexible. My rate is negotiable & depends on...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Sarah to watch our 3 year old twins twice over Labor Day weekend. She came with us to the beach one day and then stayed with my children one night when we had a parents' night out. The kids LOVED her and she was excellent with them. They had tons of fun...
Mita M.
Tiyonna B.
Lewes, DE
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there!
First let me thank you for taking the time to view my profile. My name is Tiyonna I'm 18, I'm a high school graduate currently attending college as an early childhood education major. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have been babysitting since the age of 15 for friends and family and I have experience with kids...
Tiyonna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
I am an honest, responsible, and trustworthy person. I have been caring for children since I was a teenager. I have experience from adorable newborn babies to teenagers. I have a 6-year-old son & 15-year-old daughter. If you are comfortable with it, I like to take the kids to the park, beach, etc. If you only...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"I love Nicole as a sitter and as a person in general. My daughter has been with Nicole weekly for almost a now. I love knowing that I can trust Nicole with my girl while I am at work; that peace of mind is is something money could never buy! Nicole is great and I...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I have babysat for many years and have even decided to make a career out of working with kids! I have worked as a paraprofessional in special education and now I am an elementary school teacher! I love kids of all ages and would be happy to help your family. Let me know if it sounds like we'd be a good fit!
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Julia is the best! She helped us with our daughter and son for the last 6 months and we couldn't have asked for better help! Always reliable and flexible and most importantly made the kids so happy! We love her so much!"
Amanda C.
5.0
(1)
Active, reliable and cheerfully caring for children for over 40 years. My goal is to be a positive influence and asset to your family for many years. I have many professional references available upon request and look forward to the opportunity to meet with you and your family!
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Laura is awesome. She has been a nanny for many years and is fun, caring, reliable, and excellent with children of all ages. I have known her for about 7 years and I recommend her without reservation."
Stacey F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Sarah! Thank you for looking at my profile.
I am a well-rounded caregiver who has experience with all ages (infancy-pre-teen). My experience ranges from volunteer work in a daycare to full-time nanny. I am creative, passionate, and energetic. I am CPR, First-Aid/AED certified for adults, children and infants through...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah is absolutely wonderful with my daughter! She is engaging with her and intuitive to her needs. We loved having her as our girl's nanny. If you are looking for someone trustworthy, caring, and to engage with your children- Sarah is perfect. My daughter loves...
Angela W.
Hello! My name is Shannon and I am a graduate from the University of Maryland. I am an organized and hard-working helper and would love to lend a hand for all things childcare, pet care, house management.
Shannon can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hello there, I'm a mom of 2 boys , one in AF, other HS Spanish teacher, 2 bonus step daughters one in icu nursing, other in dental. We recently moved to Delaware as my husband retired. Previously worked in mental health field & since here I've been working in hospital as a patient sitter. I feel I'm looking to do more, babysit,...
Virginia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Sara P.
Lewes, DE
$30-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as nurturing, playful, and protective
I like working with kids because I grew as the oldest of 5 and loving and caring for children has always come naturally to me. My mom always referred to me as a mother hen.
I'm looking for a job that is rewarding in both the child's life and my own. A job where...
Morgan M.
Lewes, DE
$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently at the end of my 4th year as a special education teacher. In my years as a teacher and prior experience, I have worked with infants all the way up to 21! I am in my class for grad school before obtaining a Masters of Education in literacy and certification as a reading specialist this summer. I am seeking a summer...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Avante H.
Lewes, DE
$23-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have 4 years of certified nursing assistant experience in long-term rehabilitation, nanny, dementia, and special needs. I can help with Travel and Errands.
Avante can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have two grown children and three grandchildren. I have been a softball and volleyball coach for high school and college. I also have a college degree in psychology. I am CPR certified and have been a case manager for children and adults. I have been involved with children and young adults for over 35 years.
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Elspeth G.
Lewes, DE
$10-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Elspeth G(I go by El for short). I currently work for DCPS as a a data analyst but previously was a high school teacher for 5 years and miss being around children!
Elspeth can also help with: Craft assistance
I have a great deal of experience babysitting since I was in high school. I have my Bachelors Degree in Elementary and Special Education and Master's in Literacy. I am currently a 6th grade teacher.
Allie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been married for 31 years and I have two children. My children are ages 30 and 28. I started doing child care when my eldest started kindergarten and my youngest, preschool. I had called about a child care ad in a paper, and I found out it was my son's new kindergarten teacher. So, while she was with my son at school...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Amanda G.
Lewes, DE
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Passionate Caregiver For Your Child(ren) Full Time
I am a Paraeducator for a local school district. I have 15 years of experience in the early childhood field, annd 2 years of experience working in an elementary school setting. I have a Paraeducator certificate, along with state early childhood certifications and currently working towards an elementary education degree. I was an...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Marissa H.
Harbeson, DE
$14/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a college student majoring in the STEM field. I've been caring for children on my own since I was 14 and through my work as a Medical Assistant at a pediatrics doctor's office, I've become comfortable caring for children of all ages, from a few weeks old to teenagers. Additionally, I'm happy to work with sick and special...
Marissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marissa was amazing. We gave her quite a task - 5 kids ages 10months through 11 years - and she handled it with ease. When we came back from a night out, the baby was happily asleep and the kids were so excited about how much fun they had with her. And she did it...
Joanna H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lewes, DE
Susan V.
5.0
Susan has taken care of our son for the past 3 years (from 6 months old) and has become part of the family. She is warm, caring, and trustworthy. She has gone above and beyond by helping with his laundry, feeding the animals in the house, and cleaning! She treats our son like one of her own and I...
- Antonia D.
Jean E.
5.0
I can't say enough good things about Jean! I hired her to watch 6 children at a family baby shower and she was wonderful! She was very communicative prior to the event, she arrived early, brought games for the children to play with her, she encouraged them to do crafts, and she helped to clean up at...
- Gina P.
Alyssa G.
5.0
Alyssa has been a great asset to our family. I have 2 boys who keep you on your toes and she does wonderful with them both. Hands down, the best babysitter!
- Brittany R.
Sarah D.
5.0
We hired Sarah to watch our 3 year old twins twice over Labor Day weekend. She came with us to the beach one day and then stayed with my children one night when we had a parents' night out. The kids LOVED her and she was excellent with them. They had tons of fun with her and she was able to get...
- Mita M.
Nicole H.
5.0
I love Nicole as a sitter and as a person in general. My daughter has been with Nicole weekly for almost a now. I love knowing that I can trust Nicole with my girl while I am at work; that peace of mind is is something money could never buy! Nicole is great and I highly recommend her services to...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lewes, DE:
How can I find a Lewes babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lewes, 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 19 babysitters in Lewes, DE on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Lewes, DE?
The average rate for Lewes, DE babysitters on Care.com is $19.47 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 Lewes, DE?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lewes, 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 Lewes, DE babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Lewes, DE are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.