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Infant babysitters in Hockessin, DE

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Kristina H.


Newark, DE

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Sunday Babysitter

5.0

(2)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Availability: I am interested in babysitting for families who would like a sitter for 10-15 hours per week. My hourly rate is $20 an hour because I have 11 years experience. If you think we would be a good match please feel free to message me on this app! About me: Pursuing a masters in school counseling graduating this...
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Kristina babysat my son for the first time today. It was actually the first time we have let anyone watch him. She was on time, friendly, and he had a lot of fun with her. He was sad to see her go at the end of the day. Would definitely hire her again!"

Anthony T.

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Natascha E.


Newark, DE

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

The Nanny You've Been Looking For!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Fun, energetic and caring nanny with over 20 years of child care experience. I have experience working with infants through school aged children, with two school-agers of my own! I am a very outgoing and fun loving person. I am young at heart and able to provide care and support for any family. Ready to jump right in and play...
Natascha can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Tasha arrived early with a warm smile. We came in for a wedding so she babysat in our hotel suite. It was my first time hiring through care .com and I was stressed about a stranger watching my kids. Our phone interview really helped put my worries to rest. Her rate...

Shannon F.

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Kayla A.


Wilmington, DE

$22-30/hr7 yrs exp

Super Fun Babysitter!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello!! My name is Kayla and I have a special connection with kids of all ages! I just graduated from the University with a masters degree in Social Work with a minor in Psychology. My goal is to eventually become a children's therapist. I have plenty of references to provide for you both from families as well as professional...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kayla was a wonderful addition to our little family. We found her energetic, personable, helpful, and kind. She helped my twin 3-year-olds with their basics, participated in crafts, and taught them important life skills. My kids still talk about things they can't...

Jessica C.

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Alyssa K.


Newark, DE

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For After School Nannying Job.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for kids from newborn-14 years old. I currently work at two preschools/childcare centers and am I'm a student at University of Delaware majoring in Elementary Education. I have experience picking kids up from school, taking them to after school activities and appointments, preparing dinner, and offering...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Alyssa is sweet, cheerful, confident and kind. My children love her and cheer when she's coming to babysit them! I have also observed her watching larger groups of children, and she is usually in the center of a crowd of kids who are drawn to her. "

Larisa F.

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Caroline M.


Wilmington, DE

$20/hr3 yrs exp

A Little About Me

3.7

(3)

I have three years experience watching children from 5 months to 14 years old. I used to work at a private academy for after school care watching multiple children at once. I babysit as well from time to time for multiple families. I have worked as a nanny for five families. I have experience with running errands with children,...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Caroline is a fantastic human being! Her flexibility and can-do attitude is just right for our son! If you need someone ready and excited to care for your child, Caroline is the one for you!"

Sokrady C.

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Amanda G.


Newark, DE

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello families, My name is Amanda, I'm 29 years old, looking for a full/part time nanny position starting any time! Back in 2021, I moved to USA as an au pair to work with 3 kids in the suburbs of Philadelphia, but I've been working with kids since 2017 which helped me pay my college degree as a lawyer. Since then, I've been...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Amanda has been so wonderful with my kids, 1 and 3. My 3-year-old is pretty shy and doesn't like it when my husband and I go out, but Amanda does a great job putting him at ease and making bedtime fun. She's always on time, reliable, flexible, and so obviously...

Anna S.

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Helena E.


Newark, DE

$20-22/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have many years of babysitting experience throughout my life. I graduated from the University of Delaware with a Bachelors in Human Services with a concentration in early childhood development. I obtained several hours of clinical training as well as worked at the University of Delaware Laboratory Preschool. I have had...
Helena can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Helena was our nanny for over a year and we will always think of her like family. She started working with us when our daughter was just 12 weeks old and it was clear from the beginning just how much she loves caring for babies and watching them grow. She...

Elizabeth D.

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Amy D.


Wilmington, DE

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Positive, Playful, Attentive And Conscientious Dog Walker And Overnight Pet Care Provider Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I've enjoyed dog walking and providing pet care services such as visits and overnights most of my life, first as a preteen and more recently, as my main occupation since early 2015. My dog experience includes giant breeds such as Irish wolfhounds, Giant Schnauzers and Newfoundlands, as well as German shepherds, Staffordshire...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Amy is superb. She is so good with kids. She watches our eight-year-old girl. She is the kind of sitter that will go to the library and check out American Girls movies to bring over for a babysitting night. My daughter adores her and I like leaving our daughter...

Emily K.

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Nadia H.


Newark, DE

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Nadia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Nadia did an excellent job! My kids loved her and she was an excellent communicator!"

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Shanice S.


Wilmington, DE

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I Love Kids

There is nothing more important than finding a trustworthy person to watch your children. I am that individual. The added bonuses are that I love children and so far they enjoy my company as well. I've cared for infants, toddlers, and adolescents. I believe cleaning is part of the job because let's face it, kids can make a mess....
Shanice can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Shanice is a loving caretaker! Our children love her! She has been taking care of our children for 6 months and has been a joy. She is prompt, organized, active (she takes the kids out everyday), teaches (we have a curriculum but she seizes every moment as a...

Kellianne J.

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Lena M.


Kennett Square, PA

$15-25/hr20 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of children for the last 20 years. The children's ages have been from 6 weeks old to 5-year-old.
Lena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We first met Lena when our oldest child was an infant in day care. Lena was the lead teacher in the infant room and everyone in the center agreed that she was the best. She had been working with infants in daycare for more than 15 years and everyone assured me that...

Jennifer G.

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Amanda M.


Wilmington, DE

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi ! My name is Amanda. I love kids. I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She's a wonderful person that my kids enjoyed being around."

Grace W.

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Kayla S.


Chadds Ford, PA

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Studying Early Childhood Education

I have been surrounded by children my whole life and love working with them! I am an Early Education major and hold a teachers assistant position at a nursery school.
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kayla has helped me with my now 3-year-old and 1-year-old in NYC and NJ since my oldest was a baby. What I really enjoyed about Kayla was her following my parenting style. I never saw her disrespect that. And I never saw her use her personal phone, either. Kayla...

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Emma C.


Wilmington, DE

$25-50/hr7 yrs exp

Gentle, Loving Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Emma! I have been babysitting as long as I can remember, been a nanny for 5 years and nannied with one family for 4! In those 4 years I cared for two infants, and two toddlers growing into school age kids. I love nurturing children's natural tendency to learn through play. Spending time outside is one of my favorite...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Karianne C.


Wilmington, DE

$35/hr2 yrs exp

Fun And Dependable

My passion is helping and being apart of Childrens lives. I love all ages and have many years experience. I have taught preschool age. Holden on Sunday school at the church I've attended for 8 years, I have been a sitter for many of my friends children my nieces and nephews and neighborhood kids from the time I was 13. I also...
Karianne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Dana A.


Newark, DE

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time Babysitter Or Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I had my first job at age 12 babysitting for 5 families in my neighborhood. I have 3 daughters and my youngest is 19 years old and my eldest is almost 26. I have a lot of experience raising children I understand the time, dedication, patience , and love needed to care for someone's needs. I'm a licensed CNA and have spent the...
Dana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"We hired Dana as a Nanny for my 13 year old son. She is courteous, punctual, meticulous, hard working, and very efficient. She completes all of her assigned tasks above and beyond expectations. I recommend Dana without hesitation. "

Charles S.

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Samantha H.


Avondale, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time - Available During The Week After 2:30pm. Available Anytime On The Weekends.

Hello! My name's Samantha. I'm currently employed at the Avon Grove Middle School as a Personal Care Assistant in the Autistic Support Classroom. I love working with kids and making a difference in their lives every day! When I'm not working I'm spending time with my 2 beautiful children ages 1 and 9. I'm looking for something 3...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is the mother of my daughter and I never saw anyone more amazing with kids then she is, trust me when I say your kids or pets would be in great hands "

Lance B.

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Stephanie P.


Wilmington, DE

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a local mom to 3 children, my home is smoke free & pet free, I am CPR certified, I have references and a background check completed in marsh 2024. I'm available to care for own family in my home or in someone else's home . Before starting my own family 10 years ago I was a professional nanny and since starting my own family...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Hello, I have three children & I do have a Nanny. My Nanny gave me some vacation days for me to remember & that I needed to get other childcare to cover those vacation days. I had forgotten about it, so I was stuck. I decided to contact Care.com for assistance...

Queen H.

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Kayla W.


West Grove, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

A Playful And Gentle Approach To Child Care!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, adventurous, and openminded! I'm a recent college graduate and filmmaker who loves finding beauty in the little things. I like working with kids because their joy and curiosity help heal my inner child. I started babysitting for neighbors 10 years ago, and continued to have...
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kayla watches my 4 year old a couple of nights a month so my husband and I can have our date nights and he always looks forward to it! Responsible, patient, and always cleans up well."

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Ivy K.


Kennett Square, PA

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter, Tutor

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Thank you for taking the time to consider me. Here are a few things about myself and how I got into the childcare business. The question of what our purpose in life is, is something we have all asked ourselves. I was fortunate enough to realize since an early age my passion and purpose to nurture and to teach children....
Ivy can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Ivy worked with our family for about a year caring for our son from the age of approximately 4 months. Ivy is dependable, proactive and caring. After getting into the groove with our family, she began to handle chores around the house without being asked. Our son...

Daniel D.

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Hockessin, DE

Kristina H.

5.0

Kristina babysat my son for the first time today. It was actually the first time we have let anyone watch him. She was on time, friendly, and he had a lot of fun with her. He was sad to see her go at the end of the day. Would definitely hire her again!

- Anthony T.

Natascha E.

5.0

Tasha is amazing! She's full of energy, kind, punctual and responsible. She has a lot of experience and it shows. Our 3 month old loved her and had so much fun. We look forward to having Tasha babysit again in the near future!

- Jessica T.

Kayla A.

5.0

Kayla was a wonderful addition to our little family. We found her energetic, personable, helpful, and kind. She helped my twin 3-year-olds with their basics, participated in crafts, and taught them important life skills. My kids still talk about things they can't wait to talk to Miss Kayla about!...

- Jessica C.

Alyssa K.

5.0

Alyssa is sweet, cheerful, confident and kind. My children love her and cheer when she's coming to babysit them! I have also observed her watching larger groups of children, and she is usually in the center of a crowd of kids who are drawn to her.

- Larisa F.

Caroline M.

5.0

Caroline was incredible. She showed great time management skills, amazing personality, polite, and was great with both kids and pets

- Care member

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