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Find babysitters in Middletown, DE that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in Middletown, DE
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Middletown, DE
5.0
(5)
I'm Sam and I'm currently 23 years old! I hold a Bachelors of Science in psychology and am currently working on my Masters of Science in administration of justice. I'm working at the moment while I finish my degree. I'm fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and flu as well as any other vaccinations that were recommended. I'm a type...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sam has been taking care of my two kids (6 and 9) off and on since they were a newborn and 2. She always shows up on time - if not early - and my kids always have a great time with her. She is incredibly responsible and respectful. She is one of the very few people...
Amy N.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Excellent! Christie met or exceeded our expectations in every category. Our children are going to really miss her."
Susan P.
Maddie R.
Middletown, DE
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been a dance teacher in Delaware for 4 years, teaching and taking care of children and keeping them entertained in a professional environment. I have also been working on cruise ships for the past year as a performer, as well as part of the entertainment department. Due to the nature and the discipline of that work...
Maddie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maddie has babysat my children numerous times over the past few years. She really engages them in a variety of activities, from dancing, soccer, baking, board and card games, to making slime. She keeps them active and off of their screens. She has also been a...
Rhonda G.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sydnie I am a recent college graduate. I am a trustworthy babysitter with many years of experience looking after children on weekday evenings, weekends, and during school breaks (holidays, summer, etc). I have previously worked in an early childhood center as well as a camp counselor. I have worked with young...
Sydnie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kristina E.
Middletown, DE
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Kristina, and I'm looking to help everyone clean! whether it's a deep clean, a spring clean, or tidying up, I can do it! My full-time work schedule is Monday-Thursday at night and I'm free Friday, Saturday, and Sunday! This is for cleaning only! I am unavailable for child care. I have 5 years of experience with...
Grace B.
Middletown, DE
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I've been caring for children for over six years, and I'm passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive. As a patient, creative, and friendly caregiver, I strive to make every child feel loved and respected.
My experience in babysitting has given me the skills and knowledge to handle children...
Hello my name is Marisa and I have been in the childcare field for 15 years . I am currently a nanny in Philadelphia but looking for a part time nanny position in Delaware. I've loved working with kids for as long as I can remember. I have expertise in preschool children but am also amazing with children of any age . Diaper...
Madison Y.
Middletown, DE
$14-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi i'm Maddie! I'm currently a college student taking online classes. I have been babysitting and nannying since I was 13 and I have experience with all ages as well as multiple children at once. I don't mind light cleaning or cooking and i'm also trained in first aid and CPR!
I am a well experience babysitter. I have babysat children between the ages 1 and 13 years old. I have been baby-sitting for over seven years. I've babysat for 10 children in some form of nanny style capacity. This includes a long standing schedule, bringing kids to practices or activities, picking kids up from school, and...
Lilly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
I've been working with kids since I was 12 babysitting after school and once I was done with school I started nannying full time. I'm 27 now with a baby of my own so I have 15 years of experience and still love it. (It will only let me put in as many as 10 years of experience). I'm looking for something where I can also have my...
Odia B.
Middletown, DE
$40-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, fun and adventurous. I am also very nurturing, patient, reliable and responsible. I come from a very diverse background, so it's very easy for me to adapt with other cultures & backgrounds.
I like working with kids because of how spontaneous and exciting they are. As much as I can teach...
Odia can also help with: Grocery shopping
Julia M.
Middletown, DE
$18-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have 7+ years of experience working in a schools & 3+ years of experience as a teacher in special education! Im currently in college for adolescent behavioral health. I have accreditations for teaching with early childhood education & special education through Widener University and Wilmington University. I'm CPR, first aid,...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I am a dedicated, positive and respectful person. I am a 21-year-old college student majoring in Computer Science at the University of Delaware. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children of all ages. Doing arts and crafts and encouraging children to use their imagination is something that...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Crystal H.
Middletown, DE
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I used to be a substitute teacher for k-12 in the Appoquinimink school district in Middletown Delaware
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning
Khaleah W.
Middletown, DE
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Khaleah and am a creative and friendly caregiver, with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. My 10 years of experience as a public school educator have taught me to be comfortable enforcing household expectations, while still being approachable. I enjoy playing a variety of games with...
Ibrahima B.
Middletown, DE
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as I'm sociable and respectful, super open in everything I do
I like working with kids because I like bebe I'm great with benefits and they adapted quickly with me
I'm looking for a job that I need to build my self I need help my family.
In my spare time, I like to do soccer and ride and I like to...
Katie M.
Middletown, DE
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
The jump start of my experience working with children began in high school where I chose the Early Childhood education pathway. My senior year, I got a job at a daycare that I worked at for 6 years. During that time, I worked with children ranging from infancy to 12 years old. After I graduated high school, I moved on to college...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Elizabeth G.
Middletown, DE
$15-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have my associates degree in human services from delaware technical community college and my bachelors degree in behavioral science from wilmington university, I am CPR certified. I have worked with children for over seven years working with varies age groups. I when worked at two child care centers being a floater working in...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sam H.
Middletown, DE
$31/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've been a caregiver for a year, and I'm passionate about supporting families and providing reliable childcare. I'm a patient, calm, friendly, and approachable person, and I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. I believe in regular communication with parents about their child's day and any issues that arise, so I will...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I currently take care of a 6-month-old baby boy. I have taken care of him since he was 3 months old. I take care of him on Wednesdays. I also try to help the parents with light housekeeping as much as I can. In previous years I have watched a baby girl from the time she was 3 months old until she turned 2 years old. I also took...
Judy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Middletown, DE
Samantha W.
5.0
Highly recommend Sam! She’s great with our daughter and we feel completely at ease while she’s in her care. She’s caring, kind, patient, and easy going. Our daughter has some unique medical needs and Sam handles them like pro!
- Care member
Christie G.
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 and all I heard was laughter when...
- Aubrey W.
Maddie R.
5.0
Maddie has babysat my children numerous times over the past few years. She really engages them in a variety of activities, from dancing, soccer, baking, board and card games, to making slime. She keeps them active and off of their screens. She has also been a great help with food prep, which is...
- Rhonda G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Middletown, DE:
How can I find a Middletown babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Middletown, 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 29 babysitters in Middletown, 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 Middletown, DE?
The average rate for Middletown, DE babysitters on Care.com is $17.93 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 Middletown, DE?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Middletown, 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 Middletown, DE babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Middletown, DE are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.