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118 child care providers are listed in Dover, 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 Dover, DE
4.6
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As a dedicated and versatile caregiver with over 5 years of hands-on experience working with children from infancy through age 12, I am an ideal candidate for this role. My background includes developing engaging lesson plans, arts & crafts, and sensory activities at a corporate learning center and a special education facility...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very trustworthy nanny!!! My daughter loved her sad we moved"
Jessie M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced babysitter with children of all ages and pets of all kinds. I have my RBT certification and have learned professional skills to assist with any child. With a genuine love for kids and a knack for creating engaging activities, I ensure a positive and enriching experience. Reach out to me for reliable and...
Dayja can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She took the time to get to know each of my children individually and tailored her care to their specific needs and personalities. I also appreciate that she has become a role model for my children. She is responsible, organized, and sets a good example for...
Eliza T.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
After I raised my two sons I have been caring for many children of various ages. I have covered flexible hours for children of medical providers. I am very active and enjoy going to parks, beaches, pools, and even water parks with the children. I am comfortable with children of all ages. I volunteer yearly for Delaware Burn Camp...
Dawn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dawn has been so helpful to our family. It is a relief to know the girls are safe and well taken care of. Dawn is flexible, dependable and kind."
Katie H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am graduate from towson university with a bachelors in public health and biology in 2021. I have 6 years of experience working with children. Consisting of mentoring, babysitting and camp counseling. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I consider myself to be compassionate, patient...
Brianna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bri is absolutely fabulous! She is so attentive and she is a proactive communicator. Our children had so much fun with her and she went above and beyond to make our experience fantastic. We will work with her regularly."
Jeffrey B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Im a 51-year-old mother of 7 and Oma(grandmother) to 11! I have been raising children since I was 15 when my son was born. My son was really sick and was given a 30% chance of living. Hes 35 now with a daighter of his own. I was a foster parent for 15yrs and became permanent legal gaurdians to 4 of my 7 children. I ran a daycare...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Michelle came to nanny our 2 children in 2019,ages 2 and 8. The kids loved her almost immediately,which had been hard for my children as we had already had 2 nannies before her that the kids weren'comfortable with. They did arts and crafts,played outside and damced...
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Shameka M.
Dover, DE
$21-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a wife and mother of 3. I am currently a former teacher turned stay at home mom with my 18-year-old daughter, 11-year-old son and 9-year-old daughter, looking to re-enter the workforce. I am trained in both Infant CPR and First Aid. I have over 20 years of experience caring for and educating children of all ages. I have...
Shameka can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Shameka cared for my triplet girls for a year and a half and we were really sad to see her go. She immediately took to the girls and cared for them as if they were her own. She provided them with a structured environment and caring discipline, while also working...
Lisa S.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm worked at a daycare for 3 years. I've been a nanny for 2 years and I absolutely love it. I normally watch 1 to 4 kids ranging from the ages New born to 13years old. I love learning through play and being outdoors. I've worked with special needs children. I have my ECE Certification and my Paraprofessional Certification. CPR...
Jlynn can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Jlynn is always so responsive! She’s amazing. Very flexible and goes above and beyond for my children. She plays with them and does activities with them without me even asking. I definitely recommend her to anyone needed help with childcare. She’s kind and my kids...
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5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Dana and I have over 20 years experience caring for children. I am CPR/AED and First Aid certified. I have experience caring for children ages newborn and up and I have experience caring for children with special needs. I have experience caring for infants and preemies. Before becoming a Nanny I was a preschool...
Dana can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dana is amazing with pets! She helped us train our puppy and to care for her. She has done a great job with overnight and walks. Our dog is always so excited to see her! "
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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.
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with a passion for inspiring and nurturing young minds. With five years of experience caring for children aged 1-5, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise in child development and learning skills. My high school education in Early Childhood Education has equipped me with the tools to...
Marayah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I'm very professional, respectful, and compassionate. I will provide exceptional care for your children. I have extensive experience looking after children of all ages, Birth-Teen having worked in day cares, after school programs, etc. I will ensure that your children cared for and looked after, while providing a fun and...
Tiria can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Imani G.
Dover, DE
$18-26/hr • 4 yrs exp
Im More Than Excited To Become Apart Of Your Family! Hire Me As Your Childs New Favorite Nanny.
I am here to help further your childs skills and help prepare them for their future education with school and also help them learn good habits at home
I'd describe my personality as Goofy, Outgoing and Compassionate.
I like working with kids because I love to watch kids grow into their own little personalities. I have a...
Imani can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
1.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
In high school I attended a technical school for Early Childhood Education. I graduated top of my class. I then went onto my associate's degree in early childhood education, and I am now working on finishing my bachelors degree!
My work experience has varied from running pre-k and toddler classrooms as lead teacher to nannying...
Sky can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as motivated, inspired, and loving.
I like working with kids because they are the pureness of the world we currently live in. Being the next generation, they deserve nothing but the best!
I started working with kids when I was 13 (for kids in my family) and I've worked in a daycare since I was...
Throughout my time at university, I worked as a nanny for families throughout the DFW area in Texas. This involved caring for children between the ages of 18 months and 15 years old. I also branched into pet sitting when time permitted. During this time I found a love for working with children and realized it was what I was...
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Child care centers in Dover, DE
Cindy's Bright Stars Learning Center
872 Forest St, Dover, DE
1.0
(1)
Cindy's Bright Stars Learning Center provides a licensed childcare program in Dover, Delaware. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. Cindy's...
Wesley Play Care Center
209 S State St, Dover, DE
5.0
(1)
Wesley Play Care Center is located at 209 South State Street, Dover, Delaware. The center can accommodate a maximum of 132 children in its safe and secure facility. Wesley Play Care Center offers care and education in a fun, nurturing and stimulating environment, suitable for children's growth and...
5.0
"My girls love Wesley preschool and playcare. The staff goes above and beyond my expectations. They love my girls as if they were one of their kids. My oldest is doing great in kindergarten and I owe a lot of that to the teachers and staff preparing her for it,...
Julie M
Ms Marie's Daycare
1411 S Hancock Ave, Dover, DE
1.0
(1)
Children First Learning Center, Inc.
760 Townsend Blvd, Dover, DE
Children First Learning Center is a child-centered environment valuing children’s play and is sure to spark their imaginations. The primary focus is on the growth and development of the children and forming a partnership with the parents to assist them in child raising.
Early Dover Learning Center
1012 S Governors Ave, Dover, DE
Early Dover Learning Center is a place where children have fun, grow, and learn. It is a place where childhood is respected and honored and where every child is treated with dignity. They establish a trusting relationship with the parents and give children the possible care.
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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Dover, DE
Samantha I.
5.0
Respectful young lady! My kids love her
Very reliable
Safe driver
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Dayja D.
5.0
Dayja did a great job with my girls. She was professional, responsive to my husband and I and my girls took to her immediately. We are very particular who watches our girls, but when we met Dayja a few days before we needed her, we felt at ease with her. She was timely, straightened up the house...
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Dawn P.
5.0
Dawn was a wonderful addition to our life. When I worked from home I loved to hear she and my mom laughing together. Dawn was alert and let me know if my mom health shifted even alerting us once to an UTI due to behavior changes. Dawn had compassion for my schedule and was great at communicating and...
- Care member
Brianna S.
5.0
Bri is absolutely fabulous! She is so attentive and she is a proactive communicator. Our children had so much fun with her and she went above and beyond to make our experience fantastic. We will work with her regularly.
- Jeffrey B.
Michelle J.
5.0
I've submitted this review twice now, but Michelle did a great job helping out with my son and he took to her immediately! Very polite, kind and engaged!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding child care near you in Dover, DE
How much is child care near me in Dover, DE?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $17.51 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 Dover, DE?
Care.com currently has 87 child care providers near you in Dover, DE. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Dover, 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 Dover, DE that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Dover, 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 Dover, 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 Dover, DE and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Dover, 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 Dover, DE child care providers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Child Care Providers in Dover, DE are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 30 reviews of the 118 listed child care providers.