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Linda E.


Ocean View, DE

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver.

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mother of 2 adult children, I have been a house cleaner for over 19 years, Babysitter for over 30 years, I Have had animals throughout my life, I'm a very responsible and caring person that enjoys helping others. I'm actually a house cleaner that offers other services for families that I clean for and other families like,...
Linda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping & more
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Samantha W.


Ocean View, DE

$15-17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Samantha, I am a student at ODU studying communications. I have worked for over four years as a babysitter and teacher. I am a very hardworking and caring individual and love kids. I grew up in a house with 3 siblings and love being around others. I live in the Bethany Beach area during the summer and am looking...
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Gabrielle R.


Ocean View, DE

$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Gabrielle! I am currently a high school science teacher in the area and love all ages of kids! A couple years ago I graduated from Messiah University. I have worked with several families via Care. com and have had great experiences! Though I cannot commit to sitting on a regular basis, I am interested in one-time...
Gabrielle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
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Amelia C.


Selbyville, DE

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Organized And Patient Care Giver!

5.0

(10)

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

I originally joined this site when I was teaching & was able to tutor & babysit after work & on my summers off. I resigned from teaching in 2019 & started a cleaning business that has been super successful. In my down time I love to bake as well!. I have 3 children who are grown, 2 live local to the beach near me & one is still...
Amelia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"She's wonderful and I'd like to keep her all to myself. My children love her. She's sweet to my 2 munchkins. She's patient and kind to them. When i get home from a long day at work, they are so calm instead of rambunctious. I think is because she engages them...

Betsy B.

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Therese M.


Selbyville, DE

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

4.0

(2)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have 6 children of my own. I have 30 nieces and nephews. I am 1 of 13 children. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old. I have taken care of newborns to 15 years old. I have kept my younger sister's babies overnight for a week at a time. My children are grown. Along with having 6 children I have had as many as 6 other...
Therese can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"She is great with kids, my daughter loves her and gets very excited when she knows that Stacie is coming over to babysit."

Joanne K.

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Mary B.


Frankford, DE

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Weekend Babysitter Available

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

I have raised three lovely girls and now they are already ages 45, 44, and 32. It was one of the most rewarding things I have done. I now have eight grandchildren that light up my life everyday! I enjoy having children around and enjoy doing crafts, games and reading. I am very energetic and love the outdoors. I enjoy making up...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My husband and I hired Mary through Care.com when our babysitter fell through for a beach wedding. We truly could not have been happier. Mary was friendly, punctual, and most of all, our children both loved her. My son even asked when we were going to have...

Heidi B.

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Jennifer A.


Selbyville, DE

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Still Young Enough To Keep Up :)

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

Mom of 3 boys, 13, 21, and 24. I began babysitting at the age of 14. I have experience as an educator & in childcare. Once the youngest entered school, I began working in the school. I've worked as a Kindergarten Assistant teacher 2 years and Preschool before that in Maryland. I more recently attended Delaware Tech. for my Para...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jennifer is so wonderful! She sat for us for two nights while we were in ocean with for a wedding and was wonderful to work with. She is responsible, punctual, communicative, experienced, and just the nicest person - what more could we ask for :) would absolutely...

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Lauren W.


Selbyville, DE

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as spunky, energetic and memorable. I like working with kids because I am a kid at heart. I started working with kids when I was 14 years old as a summer camp counselor. In my spare time, I like to go to the beach. One thing you should know about me is that I will treat your child/ children as if...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"We had Lauren watch our two year old boy for an evening out and from the moment she walked in we knew we had hit the jackpot. She came over with the cutest pop up book for them to read, she took him to the park, and prepared dinner for him. While we were out she...

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Grace G.


Bethany Beach, DE

$11-18/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hi! My name is Grace . I just completed my sophomore year of college and will be living in South Bethany for the summer! I have been babysitting since I was 14 and frequently help my cousins with their two 2-year-olds! I love kids and have lot of experience with kids of all ages!
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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Gibby K.


Bethany Beach, DE

$8-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

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Hi! I am looking to babysit and dog sit/walk till late August. I am the youngest of 6 and have helped my mom who has fostered NICU babies for years now. I have had plenty of experience with children of all ages and love pets, especially my dog Finley who's an Australian Labradoodle.
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Eliza B.


Dagsboro, DE

$17-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Eliza and I currently work as a Behavior Technician for children diagnosed with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and am CPR/AED certified. On a daily basis, I work with clients ranging from 2-17 years of age, guiding them to their fullest potential. On top of my current occupation, I have experience teaching in a...
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Maryka M.


Frankford, DE

$8-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

As a caregiver with three years of experience, my passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. My patient, calm, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children of various age groups, from infants to...
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Ahmad R.


Selbyville, DE

$8-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'm a childcare provider with a genuine passion for nourishing the growth and development of children. With three years of experience, I'm delighted to assist families in nurturing their children. I believe in creating a nurturing environment where children feel safe, loved, and encouraged to reach their full potential. My...
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Emily S.


Selbyville, DE

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Friendly And Warm-hearted Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Emily. I graduated from the University of South Florida in May 2024. I was on the All-Girl Cheerleading team there, and my major was exercise science. I will be going to Physical Therapy school soon, hoping to work in pediatrics!! I have 6 years of experience caring for children ranging from infants to 10 years...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rachel D.


Dagsboro, DE

$20-22/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I served in the Navy for 7 years. I am now out of the military and currently in nursing school, I will graduate in 2025. I am BLS/CPR certified through the red cross association and heart association. (This includes training on infants and small children)
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Samantha L.


Millville, DE

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part/Full-Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sam and I am a recent graduate of Drexel University's Doctor of Physical Therapy program. I am a recent transplant from the east coast to Salt Lake City, Utah. I am currently seeking employment in the interim of starting my physical therapy career. I have many years of experience working with infants,...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Cara M.


Fenwick Island, DE

$13/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have no real experience babysitting but I am a Mom of a grown adult daughter who is now 26yo. I have nieces that I have watched in the past. I think the best experience I can offer is that I am a Mom. She is a graduate of Stetson University and ACU. I have pets and most recently out of a relationship where he gave up his...
Cara can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning

Kaleigh P.


Bethany Beach, DE

$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp

Summer Sitter!

Hi! My name is Kaleigh and I am a student in the Occupational Therapy Doctorate program at the University of Pittsburgh. I'll be in Bethany Beach between June and August for my program's summer break! As an occupational therapy student, I have a passion for helping others engage in activities and roles that are important to...
Kaleigh can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hailey C.


Selbyville, DE

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Your (kid's*) New Best Friend

Hi! My name is Hailey and I'm 23 years old. Although I have none of my own, I've been my family and neighborhood's go to babysitter since I was 13 years old. In the fall I'll be pursuing education to become an elementary educator, and while I take time off from the workforce, I figured it best to surround myself with kids! I'm...
Hailey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ocean View, DE

Amelia C.

5.0

She's wonderful and I'd like to keep her all to myself. My children love her. She's sweet to my 2 munchkins. She's patient and kind to them. When i get home from a long day at work, they are so calm instead of rambunctious. I think is because she engages them with crafts, baking, outings, etc....

- Betsy B.

Therese M.

5.0

She is great with kids, my daughter loves her and gets very excited when she knows that Stacie is coming over to babysit.

- Joanne K.

Mary B.

5.0

We vacationed in Ocean City MD with our 3 year old twin boys. We found Mary on care.com for a date night. She was very quick to respond and great with communication. She arrived promptly at the time discussed. Our children were comfortable with her right away. She was awesome! Our kids enjoyed...

- Darci K.

Jennifer A.

5.0

Jennifer is so wonderful! She sat for us for two nights while we were in ocean with for a wedding and was wonderful to work with. She is responsible, punctual, communicative, experienced, and just the nicest person - what more could we ask for :) would absolutely recommend her and use her again -...

- Care member

Lauren W.

5.0

We had Lauren watch our two year old boy for an evening out and from the moment she walked in we knew we had hit the jackpot. She came over with the cutest pop up book for them to read, she took him to the park, and prepared dinner for him. While we were out she would text updates and photos of what...

- Care member

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