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60 babysitters are listed in Selbyville, DE
The average posted rate is $13/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Selbyville, DE
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
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.
Lauren W.
Selbyville, DE
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We had Lauren watch our children two nights in a row during a recent trip to Ocean City, MD. There were 4 children (a 6 month old, a 1 year-old, and two 5-years old) from three different families with different bed times and in a condo with 4 levels (with one baby...
Lisa H.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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...
I have babysat all throughout high school and am very responsible with watching and caring for children.
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
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
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & 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.
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, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We are so glad we found Supicha while visiting for vacation. She is such a delight and we trusted her with our baby entirely. We have already recommended her to family who are using her. A++ "
Care member
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
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.
Kaitlyn E.
Berlin, MD
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Extremely Compassionate, Fun And Dedicated, Seeking Babysitting Job
5.0
(8)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have my bachelor's degree in elementary education and a certification in teaching students with disabilities. Additionally, I completed a 2-year class, attaining a certificate in Health and Child Care. I've worked as a professional nanny for more then 4 years, working various full-time and part-time nanny positions over the...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Katie has been like a member of our family since she started babysitting earlier this year. I can count on her to make sure everything is done wonderfully. She is so much fun for the kids and is incredibly responsible. We've had her on trips with us too and she has...
Abbey O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Friendly good listener
I like working with kids because enjoy teaching and playing with
One thing you should know about me is good listener
Luna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Luna has been working with my toddler for a few weeks and she has been wonderful. She gets down on his level and plays with him. She's open to doing activities that he enjoys. She tidies up when he is napping. She always shows up early. We only need care on...
Janet H.
5.0
(7)
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:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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
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...
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Kauane L.
Ocean City, MD
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My 5 years of experience include babysitting roles where I've nurtured and entertained children of various ages. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly, and I take joy in making a positive impact on children's lives.
I...
Kauane can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Brittany. I am a stay at home mom with 2 children ages 10 and 4. I currently baby sit for friends and family regularly. I also used to do home health care for 3 years and was a certified nursing assistant. I am CPR certified and AED trained/certified. I am vaccinated for COVID and so are my kids.
Kailee D.
Millsboro, DE
$15-16/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as energetic, adventurous, and bubbly.
I started working with kids when I was 14 years old.
In my spare time, I like to hike. I recently did 230 miles on the Appalachian trial.
One thing you should know about me is I will always have the best interest for your children.
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Selbyville, 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.
Lauren W.
5.0
We had Lauren watch our children two nights in a row during a recent trip to Ocean City, MD. There were 4 children (a 6 month old, a 1 year-old, and two 5-years old) from three different families with different bed times and in a condo with 4 levels (with one baby on the top level and the other on...
- Lisa 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.
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
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.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Selbyville, DE:
How can I find a Selbyville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Selbyville, 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 7 babysitters in Selbyville, 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 Selbyville, DE?
The average rate for Selbyville, DE babysitters on Care.com is $13.29 per hour as of January 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 Selbyville, DE?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Selbyville, 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 Selbyville, DE babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Selbyville, DE are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.