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I started working with kids when I was 14 years old. I'm the oldest of all of my siblings and cousins, and I have always been nicknamed a "mother hen." I have babysat for many years. I worked at an Early Learning Center for two years before starting a successful cleaning business, where I still care for many of my clients...
Allison can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
I have babysat all throughout high school and am very responsible with watching and caring for children.
Allison can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hi, my name is Emily! I am 22 years old! I recently graduated from WVU and will be living in Bethany Beach! I have babysit kids from 2 months to 12 years old, I love playing outside, doing arts and crafts, and everything in between! I am a licensed driver and have a reliable car.
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kayla P.
Georgetown, DE
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I love interacting and caring for children. I'm a recent graduate of Wilmington University online with a BS in Psychology, a concentration on children and families and a certificate in trauma-informed approaches. Currently, I am working towards my MS in school psychology and counseling. I am looking to add to my many...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kayla is the best babysitter. She babysat my 2 boys along with 6 other kids (from two different families).. So 8 kids total between the ages of 2-7. Kayla handled them with no problem whatsoever. She was very responsible and trustworthy, plus the kids loved her....
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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & 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.
Regina S.
Millsboro, DE
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am an Registered Nurse looking to slow down a bit and work one on one with others. I am interested in many activities, arts and crafts and specialize in sports and sporting activities.
Available for childcare ( love babies) and raised 2 girls. If requesting for child care, please message me directly as I would prefer to not...
Regina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I first used Regina for child care of my 5 year old daughter. She was punctual, pleasant and very engaging with my daughter. Regina was amazing and my daughter enjoyed the time they spent together. I also have a 2 year old Maltipoo, which Regina has sat for on...
Nilsa O.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of 3 beautiful grown daughters and now have 5 grandchildren that I help care for. I was lucky to have been a stay-at-home mom for most of my children's younger years. I have worked for 6 plus families that I've connected with through Care.com and still work for several on a regular basis. I am open to helping...
Denise can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Denise watched our 3.5 and 1.5 year old kids while we were in town for a wedding. She was on time and a very nice person. She immediately started interacting with the kids and was prompt to respond to our check-in text while we were away. We came home to two...
Colleen D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience, including children aging from 2 weeks- 14 years old. I can help with Travel and Errands as needed. As a music teacher, I love creating crafts and differentiated ways of having fun and learning. Many of my friends and family describe me as an old soul with lots of energy. I have a decent amount of...
Emely can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Emely did a great job taking care of our girls! It was great to have a night out with friends while at the beach knowing our girls were being safely taken care of."
Care member
4.6
(17)
Hired by 7 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, 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: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, 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
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Babysitting for children. Prepare healthy meals. Perform light housework. Lead children in fun activities. CPR/AED and first aid certified. I am also a Certified Caregiver and a Certified Professional Housekeeper. I am an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, group fitness instructor, and personal trainer. I am a non-smoker. I...
Skills:
CPR
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
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.
Eneicia W.
Georgetown, DE
$10-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I work with children ages infant to 12 years of age. I am easy to talk to, responsible, prompt, and hardworking. I have worked at a learning center for six years. I have numerous years working with pets. I care for two large dogs at my own home. I am a Full-Time elementary education student. I am also a mother to the most...
Eneicia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"This young woman right here is a very caring and loving person. She excels at all she does and is great with adapting to any situation. She shows compassion and heart in all that she does and she loves children. Eneicia is a very dependable and kindhearted person...
Naquan H.
Katherine H.
Georgetown, DE
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Katherine. I have several years of experience working with children from all backgrounds of life. I am currently a Paraprofessional for a local school district. Also, I worked at two local childcare centers in Delaware for roughly 2 year. I have my Bachelors degree in Psychology with a Certification in Child...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kat was amazing!!! We hired her for our 4 boys, aged 7, 4, 2 and 10 months, for 2 nights in a row. The best thing about her was my boys were so excited to see her the second night! Not only did she get everyone to sleep (which is hard for me to do most nights) she...
Lauren P.
LouAnn W.
Millsboro, DE
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a Compassionate, loyal, trustworthy, loving mother of 3 grown children and 4 grandchildren. I'm a mature 51 yr old women looking for part time/ full time M-F positions taking care of children or senior's. I'm also a experienced childcare provider. I had my own daycare for many years and worked for a Montessori school for 8...
LouAnn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is great with kids! She watches my newborn whenever me and the Mrs. need a night out and she always knows exactly what to do and there's never an issue."
Guy S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Veronica. I am a preschool teacher who teaches students with autism and other disabilities. I have 7 years of district experience. I am extremely passionate about teaching, and feel that every child deserves the chance to learn in the way that suits them best. I am looking for an after work job,...
Veronica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Veronica worked for us this summer. She had to leave for college in the fall for a degree in Child Development. We were very impressed with her skills. She was great with our son and we found her to be highly self motivated. Took initiative on several occasions....
Sid V.
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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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
(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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, 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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ocean View, DE
Kayla P.
5.0
Kayla is the best babysitter. She babysat my 2 boys along with 6 other kids (from two different families).. So 8 kids total between the ages of 2-7. Kayla handled them with no problem whatsoever. She was very responsible and trustworthy, plus the kids loved her. I would 100% recommend Kayla!
- Care member
Marissa H.
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 without any screens because we don’t...
- Joanna H.
Regina S.
5.0
I first used Regina for child care of my 5 year old daughter. She was punctual, pleasant and very engaging with my daughter. Regina was amazing and my daughter enjoyed the time they spent together. I also have a 2 year old Maltipoo, which Regina has sat for on two occasions for overnight stays. I...
- Nilsa O.
Denise G.
5.0
Denise is so great!! She has tons of experience, is always on time, and I really trust her in my home with my baby. She came highly recommended and we hire her for date nights all the time now.
- Blakely B.
Emely M.
5.0
Emely did a great job taking care of our girls! It was great to have a night out with friends while at the beach knowing our girls were being safely taken care of.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ocean View, DE:
How can I find a Ocean View babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ocean View, 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 2 babysitters in Ocean View, DE on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Ocean View, DE?
The average rate for Ocean View, DE babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 per hour as of December 2024. 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 Ocean View, DE?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ocean View, DE through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.