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60 babysitters are listed in Townsend, DE
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Townsend, DE
Hi my name is Marissa . I am 20 years old and I'm a junior at UD. I started working with kids when I got into high school. I am now in college majoring in Elementary Education with a concentration in Special Education and minoring in Human Development and Family Services!
In my spare time, I like to go to the beach and hang out...
Marissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm 23 years old and I have taken care of children at my church ranging from ages 0-18. Also, I have experience with pick up and drop off for children, whether that be to or from school or to or from sports practices. I have cooked meals and have enjoyed watching movies or playing outside and going to the park. Also,...
Katie J.
Middletown, DE
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Katie! I really enjoy working with children and have babysat/ nannied for the past 3 years and have worked with children 3 months and up for the past 7 years by being a gymnastics coach. I'm very energetic and would create a fun but safe environment. I am a Senior Early Childhood Education major at the University...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Erin R.
Middletown, DE
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Erin , I am currently a graduate student and I have 2 years of experience taking care of kids. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I am a very patient and caring person that hopes to go into pediatrics after I graduate.
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Iyana T.
Middletown, DE
$16-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello!, My Name Is Iyana And I'd Love To Watch Over Your Little One!!!
I'd describe my personality as cheerful, kind, creative, intelligent, polite, and reliable
I like working with because because interacting with kids can be fulfilling it offers a chance for me to make a positive impact on their development, knowledge, and see their growth overtime.
in a job, I am looking for guardians who...
Iyana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Austynn L.
Middletown, DE
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with a genuine love for working with children. My journey into childcare began with several years of babysitting, where I discovered my passion for caring for and positively influencing young lives. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows...
Have seven grandkids. Four in Delaware. When my daughter was having twins I helped out taking care of them. All this took place at at the time of 9/11. Her husband traveled a lot.
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Gabi L and I am an incoming 1L at UPenn Law School. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Delaware Honors College with my Bachelor of Arts degree. I majored in political science and minored in history and legal studies.
I babysat for three families in 2020 and 2021, and currently have a full time...
Gabrielle can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have taken care of Preemie s, Newborns, Toddlers and Early school age. To me the children are the future and when children are cared for in a loving manner they turn out to be well rounded adults that can show and give love. Thru my positive methods of teaching and redirecting negative behaviors we can have a generation of...
Daphne can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"She is awesome. She treats my daughter like it was her family. Very attentive, patient, polite, friendly and passionate about her work. She rocks!"
Danielle C.
Ella W.
Newark, DE
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ella and a senior at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia! I'm moving back home to Newark, Delaware in December. I have always loved caring for and playing with children. I have grown up with many younger cousins and babysit them often. For a few years, I volunteered at the Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center in...
Ella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ella is amazing with our kids and puppy! Our kids adore her and she goes above and beyond for them. She is responsible, honest, and very dependable :)"
Kathryn C.
Francine S.
Bear, DE
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love arts & crafts, reading and kids. I was working in a private school as a teacher's aide for children in PS3, PS4, and KG full time. I left school to be a Grandma! I currently take care of my granddaughter during the school year. In the past, I have taught cooking camp during the summer (3rd grade to 8th) and a camp for...
Francine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Francine has been a blessing to our family! My children look forward to the days they get to spend with her. From cooking meals and reading to outdoor games and swimming, she is engaging, warm and fun!"
Sarah K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children all of my life. I worked in a pre-school for 3 years planning lessons and crafts for students. I have worked in a daycare for 4 years as the head 1-year-old and 2-year-old teacher. I am also a teacher. This is my 6th year teaching. I have taught 3rd, 4th and 5th grade.
5.0
"Awesome care giver and tutor for my 4 yr old. She is very patient, positive and have a good bond with my child. She helps with homework, light housekeeping and other activities that burn the energy of my active little one. My daughter cried when she left the...
Latynia Y.
Kandy B.
New Castle, DE
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children. I have four grown successful children.
I have worked as a substitute teacher, Home care provider with the elderly and a Nanny. I enjoy cooking and crafts. I have worked as a nanny here since 2009. Several families 3 or 4 years each. I am a Veteran, Air Force and De Army National Guard. Kandy
Kandy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
4.0
"Ms. Kandy was a pleasure to met and seems to be a very professional, caring and loving child care provider. Looking forward to working with her."
Jerome S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am searching for some part-time babysitting opportunities. I have done many dinners, overnights, and school pickups and drop-offs with kids of all ages. I have my own reliable transportation and I love pets of all sizes! I work part-time during the week, however my schedule is very flexible. I am also available for late nights...
Madisyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Madisyn is a lovely young lady. The boys(ages 8 and 5) loved her. We came into town for the weekend for a mix of work and vacation. Madisyn jumped right in. She swam with the boys, ate lunch , played games and more games. She is honest, reliable and a wonderful...
Liezel H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am thrilled to offer my services as a babysitter. I am a mother of 2 and a dedicated full time special education teacher with a master's degree in Special Education. My professional background has equipped me with the skills and patience to provide exceptional care for children of all abilities. Safety is also a top...
Anna-marie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I would like to state that Anna Marie is a colleague at my current job. I have the opportunity to work with her as a team, and there's no doubt that she is an amazing person. She is always on task, responsible, dependable, and very sweet. Therefore, she will not...
Cinthya D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My passion is to be a positive role model for children and guide them to be their best. I have my B. S. in Education and M. Ed. in School Counseling. I am currently a public school counselor. I have years of professional experience as a teacher (ECE-8th grade, and SPED), camp/before/aftercare counselor, tutor, coach, & mentor....
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Natalie is awesome!! She is great with my children and I have one special needs son and she works very well with him and truly understands his needs. She is always punctual, pleasant and most of all you can really tell she enjoys working with children. You choose...
Alyce R.
5.0
(3)
Hi! I have been a paid babysitter since I was 12, I'm now 26. I have experience with kids of all ages, newborns included. As well as experience taking care of children with special needs and twins. I am currently nannying for an amazing family with 5 children under 7 (every Thursday and Saturday nights) I have been with them for...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Cyndi was a temporary nanny for us from Feb to May of 2019. She watched our infant son from age 4-8 months full-time. Always punctual, which was critical. Anytime she needed to slightly adjust, her communication was top-notch. She was also very accommodating when...
Matthew G.
Tiffany T.
New Castle, DE
$16-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Tiffany and I am currently a stay at home mom to a beautiful 2-year-old girl as well as a small home baking business owner so I am hoping to work with a family that doesn't mind me caring for their child as well as mine at the same time! I obtained a certification to safely prepare & serve food while managing at...
Tiffany can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Tiffany looks after our 7 year old son. Immediately the day that we meet her we clicked and my son loves her and her little princess. Very good manners, punctual and great communication skills. She's truly awesome."
Aidiann G.
Christian B.
Dover, DE
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Christian! I am a 22-year-old stay at home wife/mom. Me and my husband moved to Dover September of 2021 due to him being active duty in the Air Force! I previously use to work at my church daycare back in Texas for over a year. I understand how work can sometimes keep parents late so my hours are very flexible....
Christian can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"She is a great sitter, sweet and dependable!:-)"
Ashley D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I took a small break from care. com but I'm so excited to be back!! I am so happy you are taking the time to read this! I am emr certified (emergency response) and CPR certified. In addition I do work at a daycare I mainly deal with infants and toddlers. ( fun fact: I use to work at a animal shelter so I am amazing with...
Shayla can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shayla was helpful and interactive with our kids, kept them engaged and took good care of them. Easy to talk to, Proactive, asked good questions and offered help before being asked. More than punctual (arrived early) and stayed later than originally asked to....
Salma S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Townsend, DE
Daphne H.
5.0
She is awesome. She treats your child like it was her own. She is very patient, loving and attentive. She rocks! Highly recommended her!
- Care member
Ella W.
5.0
Ella is amazing with our kids and puppy! Our kids adore her and she goes above and beyond for them. She is responsible, honest, and very dependable :)
- Kathryn C.
Francine S.
5.0
My wife and I were very happy to have had Francine as our nanny for almost two years. We have two children, a six-year-old and a two-year-old. Francine took excellent care of both children. We initially hired Francine to help on weekends and school holidays (both children are in school five days...
- Care member
Charity W.
5.0
Awesome care giver and tutor for my 4 yr old. She is very patient, positive and have a good bond with my child. She helps with homework, light housekeeping and other activities that burn the energy of my active little one. My daughter cried when she left the first day and is sad every time she...
- Latynia Y.
Kandy B.
5.0
Hired Kandy for our son 7 year old high functioning autistic son and she was great . My son loved her as well .
- Belen L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Townsend, DE:
How can I find a Townsend babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Townsend, 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 6 babysitters in Townsend, DE on Care.com, with an average rating of 3.0. 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 Townsend, DE?
The average rate for Townsend, DE babysitters on Care.com is $17.83 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 Townsend, DE?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Townsend, 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.