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61 child care providers are listed in Bear, DE
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby child care providers is 6 years
Child care providers in Bear, DE
5.0
(4)
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, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's prompt, always ready to work.
ALWAYS Friendly, and :) smiling"
Rita M.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Cassidy D.
Bear, DE
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Cassidy, I am 23 years old mama to a 1. 5-year-old little girl. I am looking to find a flexible & understanding part time job that my daughter can come with also. I was previously in the early childhood field & have my associates in Elementary Education. I have worked at two previous daycare's. & have been...
Cassidy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cassidy is a very caring young woman."
Cole S.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
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
(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, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My kids and I take great pride in helping with stray cats and dogs as well as help children in foster care and living in shelters and hotels. There's way more then we can imagine. So we are helping in every way we can to make someone smile!!
Barbara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Barbara was reliable and communicative. She has the energy to keep up with three rambunctious kids and more. She did a variety of enriching and engaging activities with them. She left the house cleaner than how she found it. She was a great help to us!"
Care member
Hello there! I have personally owned a Pet Sitting business since 2019, and have been a pet sitter since 2016. I have experience with dogs and cats who are large or small, and I have experience with children 10yrs old and under. For transparency, I have worked pet sitting directly, baby sitting has always been on the side and I...
Sierra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Melody F.
Bear, DE
$16-50/hr
Hello, my name is Melody. I am an 18-year-old college student. I am majoring in radiology and hoping to specialize in pediatric radiology. I am currently working at an indoor amusement park called Funcity in Bear, DE. I enjoy working there and being able to assist parents and children. I do not have a car as of now but I do have...
Aasiatu N.
Bear, DE
$13-18/hr
My name is Aasiatu I have been working in the nursing field for 11 years I have three beautiful children I live in bear Delaware I have worked with children, adults, elderly I do doctors appointment I go to the park, I do grocery shopping I have my own car I am professional driver, I cook, clean, do laundry and so much more I'm...
Aasiatu can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
Hulda B.
Bear, DE
$32/hr • 9 yrs exp
I'm an experienced and dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With 9 years of experience, I've honed my skills in caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens.
My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creative and imaginative nature, allows me to connect...
Hulda can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lisa K.
Bear, DE
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
With over 35 years of experience in childcare, I am a seasoned professional who is deeply passionate about nurturing and guiding children. My genuine love for children drives me to create a safe and stimulating environment that fosters their growth and development. As a caregiver, I embody patience, kindness, and understanding,...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Victoria J.
Bear, DE
$10-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
1.0
(1)
I have experience taking care of children 0-18 years as I have helped my mother raise my two younger siblings and now have a child of my own. I also had early childhood development classes in high school which included taking care of and making learning plans for preschool aged kids. I would love to help you out with your little...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
Ashley A.
Bear, DE
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I grew up reading the babysitter club books which inspired me to start babysitting when I was 13 for my neighbors kids to now being a mother of 3 myself with ages that range from 8 to 13 years and loving every minute of it, so I have the experience of working with infants, toddlers, and now teenagers. I Fully plan on jumping...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Sophia L.
Bear, DE
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have had many experiences working with children, I have nannied in the past for 4 different families as well as babysitting for even more. I've also been an assistant teacher in 2 different preschool classrooms. I graduated from Salisbury University with a degree in psychology in December 2019. I'm currently getting my...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Leonora R.
Bear, DE
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, I love children of all ages. I've worked with mentally challenged adults. I have over 10 yrs of experience working, including multiples, infants, and children with special needs. I have experience with children of all ages. I enjoy arts/crafts and all age appropriate activities . I look forward to meeting you.
I'd...
Child care centers in Bear, DE
A Place For Me Family Child Care
525 Deer Run, Bear, DE
5.0
(3)
Hello and thank you for visiting my Care.com page!
I do have one opening at this time as my oldest child just went to Kindergarten! I have a very awesome group of children and would love to find a new friend for them.
If you are looking for an alternative to center based care please consider...
5.0
"I honestly don't know where to start. My son is now 16 months old, and he has been cared for by Miss Linda since he was 5 1/2 months old. Leaving my only child was incredibly difficult, but I knew he was in GREAT hands. My son adores Miss Linda, and her home is now...
Erin M.
GREAT NEW BEGINNINGS OF ST. ANDREWS
14 SAINT ANDREWS DR, BEAR, DE
Our mission is to provide exceptional early education services through a transparent partnership with our families and our community.
Live internet viewing included in our weekly tuition.
A.S . Academy of Learning 2
891 Pulaski Highway, BEAR, DE
At A.S. Academy of Learning, your child is our top priority! We provide a safe, clean, loving environment for your children to grow and learn. Each member of our staff is committed to fostering self-esteem, confidence, creativity and a love of learning!
We are conveniently located to Route 1 and...
CORNERSTONE EARLY EDUCATION AND YOUTH CENTER, INC.
3135 Summit Bridge Road, BEAR, DE
5.0
(1)
5.0
"Cornerstone Early Education and Youth Center have always been like family to us. My oldest son started at the center in 2015 as we were transitioning from another center and I can honestly say that making the switch to Cornerstone was one of the best decisions we...
Sydney M.
Judith Poore Day Care
915 Sugar Pine Dr, Bear, DE
Judith Poore Day Care provides childcare programs to the community of Bear, DE. The programs are designed to allow each child to discover more about themselves and their world around them. The center presents a variety of play experiences promoting motor coordination
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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Bear, DE
Anna-marie M.
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 only provide the best services, but...
- Cinthya D.
Cassidy D.
5.0
Cassidy is very outgoing and dependable. My children love her. Would recommend.
- Emily B.
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
Natalie H.
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 her, you will not be disappointed !
- Alyce R.
Barbara M.
5.0
Barbara was reliable and communicative. She has the energy to keep up with three rambunctious kids and more. She did a variety of enriching and engaging activities with them. She left the house cleaner than how she found it. She was a great help to us!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding child care near you in Bear, DE
How much is child care near me in Bear, DE?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $17.79 per hour as of April 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in Bear, DE?
Care.com currently has 39 child care providers near you in Bear, DE. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Bear, DE and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Bear, DE that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Bear, DE child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Bear, DE, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Bear, DE and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Bear, DE in April, 2025?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.
Ratings for Bear, DE child care providers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Child Care Providers in Bear, DE are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 61 listed child care providers.