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60 babysitters are listed in Lincoln, DE
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 8 years
Babysitters in Lincoln, DE
Michaela K.
Milford, DE
$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with 6+ years of experience. I have experience with newborn to school aged children. My approach to caregiving is rooted in empathy and a genuine desire to improve the lives of those I care for. I'm patient, dependable and strive to build strong relationships with those I care for and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kaila S.
Milford, DE
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi I'm from the ages 18-20, I worked at a Learning Center & became the 1-year-old teacher (my first year), & then for the remainder of my time, I became the 2-year-old teacher. During my time at the Learning Center, I have worked with autistic children.
I am motivated by my passion for nurturing children's growth & development....
Hope L.
Milford, DE
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a mother of 5 grown children, my youngest is 19 and has her own place. I also have 8 grandchildren. I believe in healthy boundaries and fun learning. I am honest, work with excellence and have lots of experience with children of all ages.
Kenzi B.
Houston, DE
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
hello! my names kenzi, i'm 18 years old & I am eagerly looking for a nanny family! I have 8 full years of childcare experience, graduated with health & childcare pathways, along with my CPR certification. i'm hoping to find a family who needs my assistance! please reach out for more info!
I like working with kids because it is...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Baylee K.
Milton, DE
$14-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, trustworthy.
I like working with kids because ever since I was little I always knew I wanted to be a elementary school teacher one day. I am in school finishing up with my bachelors degree in elementary education in addition to my special education degree.
I'm looking for a job...
Hello! My name is Alex I am 31 years old and love working with children. Currently I work as a registered behavior technician and help families and children affected by autism. I have 7 years of experience working with children and adults with cognitive disabilities. With that, I am extremely patient and energetic and tailor...
Britt B.
Milton, DE
$15-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
I'm a very caring person, with lots of patience to work with children. I have my Bachelors degree in social work and know CPR.
Rachel B.
Milford, DE
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Rachel currently located in Milford, DE. I am a CNA in Delaware, and love to take care of others. I am good with kids of all ages and very comfortable with the furry friends of course!
Skills:
CNA
CPR
My name is Irina and I'm 37 yo professional caregiver with 10+ years of experience in childcare. I have an extended experience working in private household including High Profile families. My usual roles are: governess, Russian/English tutor, nanny. I enjoy working with all age groups, however, my favorite one is from newborn up...
Irina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a positive and energetic 21-year-old who has previously been a teacher and occasionally babysits. For couple years, I worked in daycare centers mostly because I love working with kids. Recently, I've been serving and still babysitting on the weekends. Now that I am back in school for my bachelors, I'm looking for a way to...
Zandriah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
I have experience caring for autistic children, multiple children, and overnight care. I am willing to help with light housework and meal prep.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My experience with children started out years ago when I started babysitting in my youth. Since then, I have raised three children of my own. They are 36, 32, and 29. I had guardianship and raised my severely developmentally disabled grandson. He did not walk, talk, sit up, crawl, etc. He was on 15 different medications as well...
Tasha can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love working with children - reading to them, talking with them, playing with them, teaching them, and nurturing them. I have home schooled my two children (one of whom has special needs) and have babysat for other people's infants and children since I was a teenager up to now. Currently, the children I am babysitting for...
Mary Anne can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary Anne has been an amazing nanny for our daughter this year. My daughter was 9 months when Mary Anne started coming by while my wife taught classes at a local college. Mary Anne would sing to her, draw with her, and even taught her some sign language. She is...
Claire T.
4.6
(17)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am Supicha. I have been babysitting and teaching kids for over a year now. I've worked taking care if three babies everyday. I have taken care of kids as young as 6 months and as old as 2 years. I am from Thailand and I have a very bubbly and outgoing personality. I have a bachelor degree in Thailand.
I have...
Supicha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Supicha is the BEST! She took such great care of my newborn boy and the rest of my family hired her for their kids too. She’s responsible, caring, and great with kids. I felt completely comfortable with her taking care of my baby. "
Care member
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, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
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...
Antonia D.
Nicole B.
Greenwood, DE
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, hardworking, and empathetic. I develop friendships easily :)
I like working with kids because you never know what they are gonna say! Kids are the most fun to be around and I learn more from them then I do most adults. Kids are the most kind hearted, loving, honest humans ever.
I'm...
5.0
"We love Nicole! She’s incredibly kind, patient, understanding, supportive, and genuine. She’s also extremely responsive and reliable. We’ve not only entrusted her with childcare for all 4 of our kids, but she’s also handled transportation AND has gone above and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am ball of energy who loves kids! I love going outdoors or planning stuff to do inside. I enjoy going to the beach, movie nights, or finding something creative to do as my favorite hobbies. I'm a big kid at heart and I love to go above and beyond to put a smile on a child's face.
Princess can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with kids of all ages, newborn-12 for 55 years. I have worked in the school system for 18 years, along with baby-sitting and watching kids at church. Kids keep me young and it is rewarding. I am young at heart, active, and have a way with kids. I really enjoy talking and interacting with them! I have a college...
Cheryl can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Wonderful with our kids and very patient. Playing with them and having fun in a nice caring way came natural to her, the experience shows! Would love to continue"
Michael M.
Heather S.
Harrington, DE
$16/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Heather. I love to work with children. I am currently in college working toward my goal of becoming a nurse
I have volunteered at a local homeless shelter, where I would coordinate activities with the children there. I have also worked with the children at my church's nursery.
I do love animals, as well. I...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Heather was early for our first booking and for her interview. I have a lot of anxiety as a new mom and Heather's energy put me at ease. I have 1 month twins and needed a mothers helper. I didn't have to ask, she just followed me and was a quick learn to what I...
Vanessa G.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, 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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lincoln, DE
Mary Anne I.
5.0
Mary Anne has been an amazing nanny for our daughter this year. My daughter was 9 months when Mary Anne started coming by while my wife taught classes at a local college. Mary Anne would sing to her, draw with her, and even taught her some sign language. She is always on time and communicates...
- Claire T.
Supicha N.
5.0
Supicha dida great job engaging our 2.5-yr-old! We were in town for vacation and she immediately got him to warm up to her, and she kept up with his boundless energy. She took him to multiple playgrounds, to the boardwalk, and came with us and ran around with him on the beach. We hope to enlist her...
- Care member
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.
Nicole B.
5.0
I feel incredibly fortunate to have had Nicole as a nanny for our family. She has provided consistently exceptional childcare. In addition to childcare in our home, she has also assisted with transportation to and from school. She has been kind, caring, punctual, reliable and trustworthy. She is an...
- Amanda S.
Cheryl P.
5.0
Amazing with kids such a lovely lady definitely went above and beyond for our family
- Julia C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lincoln, DE:
How can I find a Lincoln babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lincoln, 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 5 babysitters in Lincoln, 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 Lincoln, DE?
The average rate for Lincoln, DE babysitters on Care.com is $17.40 per hour as of March 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 Lincoln, DE?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lincoln, 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.