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82 in home child care are listed in Wilmington, NC
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 6 years
In home child care in Wilmington, NC
Jennifer U.
Wilmington, NC
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a full time parent to my stepson, foster daughter and my own two children for the past 28 yrs. Along with being a night nurse for 28 years specializing in premature multiple birth infant care, up to quads.
I have primarily worked the overnight shift, Aiding first time parents for the first few months that they are...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Jen was awesome. She was great with my son, who needs a lot of attention. I hate that we have to move or I would have held on to her for as long as possible. It was nice having someone care for my infant who I completely trusted. "
Jennifer E.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, friendly, caring. I have a natural care taking personality and I am looking to help a young family or a Senior adult help balance life.
I have raised 2 daughters and shared our home with 5 exchange students. I'm an aunt to 9 nephews and nieces ranging from ages 23-9. I love my family...
Mary Anne can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Outgoing, very organized, super friendly, responsible, trustworthy, loves to be busy "
Helitha G.
Merritt H.
Wilmington, NC
$30-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am from Wilmington, North Carolina, and I have recently moved back home from New York City where I lived for 4 years!
I have been babysitting since I was 13, and love children. I am a very responsible, kind, caring, and loving young woman who just would love to babysit part time!
Merritt can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Merritt is the most kind, nicest person I know who gets along with everyone. Her sweet nature and strong personality make her loved and welcomed by everyone. She makes sure to keep everyone in her thoughts and holds everyone to their best behavior. She is...
Stuart C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over the past 3 years I have been caring for mostly infants and toddlers. I'm a caring sitter who can keep your loved ones safe, happy and in a good routine. I am Mimi to my two young granddaughters (age 1 and 2 1/2) and a loving mother of three adult sons. I have been babysitting for many families with children between birth...
Anne can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Anne is a fantastic sitter for our 5-year old and 1-year old. We have used her services severally. I feel 100% comfortable leaving her with them. she is always on time, sweet, and immediately connected with the girls. She is very kind and friendly. Anne is someone...
Irene A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Families!
My name is Zainab and I absolutely love caring for newborns and children! I am a home body and time to time I love to travel and spending time in nature. My favorite hobbies are praying, crafting with paint or scrapbooking, reading, swimming at the beach, eating wonderful desserts and traveling.
I come from a...
Zainab can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"she is so fun and conversational..on time and even early. we are so happy!"
Helen T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
currently only looking for very minimal hours or one time babysitting/pet sitting gigs!
Hi, my name is Hayley and I am a college student at UNCW. I have 8 years of experience babysitting but my mom has been an at home daycare provider my whole life, so I am well versed in childcare! I can help with Light Housekeeping, Laundry...
Hayley can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hayley jumped right in and worked with our family. She handles challenges very well and was on time, respectful and professional. I would recommend hiring Hayley, and we look forward to working with her again."
Mike W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Brooke and I am 20 years old. I just transferred to UNCW studying biology. I have been working with kids for years from working in a classroom helping my aunt and then working at Sky Zone Trampoline park for 3 years and hosting birthday parties. I am open to finding a weekly family to babysit for around the...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Brooke did great with the child and was thoughtful."
Care member
5.0
(2)
I am the mother of 4 girls (ages 19, 25, 26, and 27. After college, I worked in a unique group home for special needs children. My experience working with mentally and physically disabled children provided me with extensive knowledge of the physical, cognitive, and psycho-social health of children. My roles included staffing,...
Nina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"To Whom it may concern,
It is my great pleasure to recommend Nina H to you and do so with much enthusiasm.
I met Nina in 2012. When my first child was young, I did not have any need for a sitter and was fairly nervous to have a stranger take care of my young...
Michelle V.
Hello! My name is Hope and I'm a mom to a 4. 5 y/o boy. I love children and now that he's in school, I'd be happy to help with yours! My son has disabilities, so I'm comfortable caring for kiddos with those. You deserve a reliable, mature, engaged person to help with your home and children, and I'd be honored to be it!
Hope can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Christopher B.
Wilmington, NC
$20-25/hr
Dedicated Stay-at-Home Dad With Hands-On Parenting Experience And A Professional Background
Hello! My name is Chris, and I'm a dedicated stay-at-home dad to my daughter, born in August 2024. I left my career in accounting, where I earned a master's degree, to focus on raising her while my wife, an optometrist, continues her work in eye care.
Parenting full-time has given me invaluable experience in nurturing,...
Christopher can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Shanyn! I have experience in caring for children ages 6 months to 12 years old from babysitting, working in a day care, and teaching. I am child and infant CPR and first aid certified. I would love to work with your family long term:) I have a safe vehicle for afterschool pick ups and transportation to activities....
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Brea K.
Wilmington, NC
$18/hr • 13 yrs exp
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. With over 13 years of experience with my in home daycare, I'm comfortable caring for multiple children. My patience, creativity, and friendly demeanor make me a great choice for any family.
I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules...
Skills:
CPR
I am 24 years old and a Registered Nurse looking to fill in time on my days off. I am happy to help with children of all ages! I am comfortable with pets and willing to do light household chores, as well. I have my own transportation, a reliable and safe vehicle if it needed to be used to transport your little ones. I have over...
Shalyn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Katherine K.
Wilmington, NC
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Katherine, and I was born and raised in Wilmington, home schooled through grade school and high school until I began dual enrollment at CFCC, and graduated from UNCW with a bachelor's in creative writing and publishing.
I'm family oriented, love literature, music, photography, arts and crafts, all pets, sports, and the...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Katherine K.
Wilmington, NC
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Kat, I'll be 20 in April, and I am in my sophomore year of college working towards a nursing degree. I'm very outgoing, caring, active, and love kids/dogs. I worked all summer as a babysitter for 4 awesome kids at home and am now looking for a part time job this semester babysitting in Wilmington! My availability...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lauren H.
Wilmington, NC
$16-20/hr • 18 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Lauren "Angelica" . I've always felt a deep passion for nurturing the growth and development of young minds. With over two decades of childcare experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of various ages, from infants to school-aged kids. My journey began in high school, providing babysitting...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Meredith P.
Wilmington, NC
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I recently resigned from New Hanover County schools where I have been teaching Kindergarten or 1st grade for 12 years. I do love working with kids and truly enjoy their perspectives on life. I also enjoy working with people to help get their lives flowing in a positive way. My philosophy is that it starts at home. If the you...
Meredith can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Alicia P.
Wilmington, NC
$19/hr • 20 yrs exp
Hi.
I love kids and helping elderly people. Random acts of kindness are a daily occurrence from me.
I enjoy outdoors , crafts, movies , travelling
Adult care - I grew up in private nursing home since third grade. Continued to do elder care till this day. Bathing, meals, laundry, driving to appointments, I also have been a...
Alicia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Crystal G.
Wilmington, NC
$17-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! my name is Crystal I'm 25y/o. I love to cook and listen to music.
Experience:
- Infant Care and Children ages 1-11 y/o.
- Senior Care.
- Housekeeping
- House cleaning
- Home organization
- Food preparation
Qualities:
Empathy
Cleanliness
Responsibility
Respect
Loyalty
Attention to detail
Crystal can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
CPR
31-year-old mother of 3 boys ages 12, 9 and 1. 5, looking to help other families take care of their children! 2 years of course work in social work and working towards my masters in child and adolescent psychology. Love being outside, and love doing arts and crafts! I have alot of patience and home school my children and willing...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for in home child care in Wilmington, NC
Jennifer U.
5.0
Jen was awesome. She was great with my son, who needs a lot of attention. I hate that we have to move or I would have held on to her for as long as possible. It was nice having someone care for my infant who I completely trusted.
- Jennifer E.
Mary Anne W.
5.0
Outgoing, very organized, super friendly, responsible, trustworthy, loves to be busy
- Helitha G.
Merritt H.
5.0
Merritt is the most kind, nicest person I know who gets along with everyone. Her sweet nature and strong personality make her loved and welcomed by everyone. She makes sure to keep everyone in her thoughts and holds everyone to their best behavior. She is sweetheart who I am lucky to call a friend
- Stuart C.
Anne W.
5.0
Anne is an amazing caretaker. She is always on time (usually just a few mins early which is so helpful!). She takes such good care of my baby. She writes down when she feeds, naps, etc. so I know exactly what they did and when- it makes it so easy to pick back up when I return home. She does little...
- Kelly W.
Zainab M.
5.0
she is so fun and conversational..on time and even early. we are so happy!
- Helen T.
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FAQs for finding in-home child care in Wilmington, NC
How do I find in-home child care near me in Wilmington, NC?
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How much does in-home child care near me cost in Wilmington, NC?
What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of February, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $16.39 for in-home child care providers near you in Wilmington, NC.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in Wilmington, NC?
You can compare 82 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.
Ratings for Wilmington, NC in home child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
In Home Child Care in Wilmington, NC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 82 listed in home child care.