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60 nannies are listed in Hockessin, DE

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby nannies is 8 years

Nannies in Hockessin, DE

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Katie S.


Hockessin, DE

$28/hr7 yrs exp

Dedicated Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Katie, I'm a 30-year-old female who currently lives in Hockessin, Delaware. I've nannied for the majority of the last 10 years, working with age ranged from newborn to 12 years old. I absolutely love kids, and find seeing the world through their eyes to be so refreshing. I also have experience with elderly care,...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Katie provided summer care for my two grandchildren (age 5 & 7) in my home. She is a delightful gal who is great with kids and pets. She is honest, dependable, has great values, and she is kind and loving. I would not hesitate to recommend Katie to another...

Katherine B.

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Madison M.


Hockessin, DE

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

I am a very positive, outgoing, & reliable person with 8 years of nannying/babysitting experience. I have nannied for a private family of 4 for the past 2 years but will sadly be leaving them in June as they are expecting another child and will no longer need a nanny. I interned as an assistant caregiver at a preschool (The...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Hello Parents! I'm a dedicated nanny based in Hockessin, Delaware, with a degree in Early Childhood Development and Education. I'm super excited to find my next amazing family to work with! Over the past year, I've focused on being a newborn care specialist and a birth and postpartum doula. While I absolutely love caring for...
My name is Ashley! I am currently a nanny of 6 children ranging from ages 9 months to 11 years old. I have been with my current family for about 7 years, and have recently scaled back in hours to fit their needs better. I am currently looking to work with another family to fill in my days that I am not with them. I love...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a 25-year-old ECE student seeking a family who needs a part time caregiver. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages (newborn-13). I have worked in both home and center environments. I am currently enrolled in college for ECE and work part-time in a local library in the children's room. I love...
Heidi can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Hailee S.


Wilmington, DE

$26/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Hailee I am 27 years old and I have always had a heart for helping people and working with individuals from infancy to geriatric. I am currently going to school to become an occupational therapy assistant, I have been nannying and babysitting since my freshman year of high school. My goal in life is to have a purpose...
Hailee can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Julia M.


Newark, DE

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I recently graduated with my Bachelors in Nursing. My plan once I pass the NCLEX is to work as a postpartum care nurse, working with new mothers and newborn babies. I have my CPR, AED, and first aid certifications. I previously worked as a part time nanny for 3 children, one of which with a T2 diabetes I like working with kids...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Very sweet and nurturing babysitter. Always on time. My little one really likes her. I Highly recommended Julia for anyone!"

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Shannon K.


Wilmington, DE

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Families With 0-11mo. Wanting To Provide Days/Weeks/ Months During This Postpartum Time

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hi, 30 + years of experience with babies and with twins. With 64 1st cousins there were countless family gatherings and there was always a baby present and if mom or dad was not holding the baby then everyone knew that I would be the one holding the baby for the duration of my stay. This is where I got my immense love for...
Shannon can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Shannon babysat for my family on very short notice. She was wonderful and my kids can't wait to see her again!"

Sara P.

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Keaira M.


Wilmington, DE

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter/Pet Sitter.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Keaira! I am interested in arts and crafts as well as creative writing. In my down time, I like to do DIY projects, read, listen to music and aerial yoga. I once volunteered my time with first graders for a psychology class assignment. I have worked at various centers as well a Montessori school. I have over 8...
Keaira can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We have worked with Keaira for over 2 years now. She has been wonderful with our 3 girls (now ages 6-12). Keaira is responsible, reliable and fun. She is always responsive, and our girls love spending time with her. She has been so helpful to our family from...

Kim M.

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Shelby R.


Wilmington, DE

$17-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Shelby, and I am 29 years old. I would describe myself as nurturing, friendly and responsible. I absolutely love working with children and have about 10 years of childcare experience. I have worked at different child care centers, elementary schools, and nannying; working with infants-school aged children....
Shelby can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"My Husband and I hired Shelby when I went back to work after having my son. He was only 3 months old at the time and she was the most comforting and reliable person we could have hoped for in a caregiver for our son. She was always punctual if not early and I never...

Kelsey P.

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Sharon B.


Wilmington, DE

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Infant Caregiver Available - Wilmington, DE

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Sharon. I am interested in a part-time nanny position in the North Wilmington area. I am happily working for a wonderful family Tues. & Wed. days and serve as a Music Director on Sundays. So I am most interested in Monday and/or Friday hours at this time. I understand this is very limited availability, but I'm...
Sharon can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sharon was wonderful with my girls. She did crafts with them and even started dinner. We would love to have her again in the future. "

Michele S.

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Tasha is one of the most dependable and cheerful people I have ever met. She is knowledgeable about children and their milestones. She always shows up on time (early actually) and with a smile on her face. My daughter loves her and I don't know what I would do...

Charlene W.

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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, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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Linda F.


Wilmington, DE

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I feel that being a Nanny, you have to possess common sense & a big heart! I'm certified in Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aide. I'm current on the following vaccinations: T-dap, Flu, Pneumonia, & Covid. I've always been a non smoker & prefer non smoking homes, as well. I love having fun with kids & seeing them happy! I try to...
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We flew in from out of town for a wedding and didn't know anyone in the area to watch our daughter so looked to care.com for the first time. Linda really helped us feel at ease with a video call meeting beforehand and her detailed messages and texts. Linda met me...

Laura O.

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Dena B.


Wilmington, DE

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Dena and I currently work full time in a childcare center in Glen Mills PA. I have also worked as a nanny and a toddler/infant teacher in a daycare setting. I am able to take care of multiple children at a time. I have experiences with children ages infant through teens. Some of the activities I have done with the...
Dena can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Dena for date night and she was great. She met us the day before so my 18 month old son and I could meet her and get acquainted. The next day she came over for date night. She was on time, very nice and flexible because we ended up coming home 20 minutes...

Deanna B.

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Deana C.


Wilmington, DE

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I am a very compassionate & loving Nannie . I am very creative & will do lots of fun activities, depending on the age of the child/children . My method is to have fun but also teach them at the same time. It's fun for them but very educational. Children respond very well to hands on teaching. I have 1 dog, 2 kittens & a dwarf...
Deana can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ms. Deana started with our family after we pulled our children (1 and 5 years old) out of daycare due to COVID. She has been an absolute godsend and goes above and beyond to practically bring daycare into our home. Ms. Deana prepares weekly lesson plans with...

Jenna M.

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Hannah B.


Newark, DE

$18-23/hr

Nurturing Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Hannah, I am 20 years old. I went to the University of Delaware for two years for elementary education. I have 5 years of experience with babysitting a family that grew from 2 children to 4. I am the oldest of 3, and the oldest cousin in my family. I have grown up always looking after my younger siblings and cousins,...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"It was my first time to book a sitter and I met Hannah. I was so lucky to have a babysitter like her. She took good care of my 4-month old daughter who is not that easy. She cares about my baby, talk to her, and loving her. Definitely would rehire her and...

Shuang R.

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Cynthia M.


Newark, DE

$15-26/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
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.

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Leah O.


Wilmington, DE

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Overnight Newborn Care Specialist And Infant/Toddler Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My current contract ends in May. I'm available for overnight care starting in June 2025. I love kids and getting involved in what kids are doing - playing house, a backyard frog hunt, helping babies roll, and cuddling sleepy newborns are a few of those activities. I'm a University of Delaware graduate and former social...
Leah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Leah was a wonderful addition to our family for 15 months, tending to, nurturing, and loving our twin girls. Her knowledge about babies and children is impeccable. She’s was respectful of our home, and our routines; always leaving the home in better condition than...

Care member

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Kristina H.


Newark, DE

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Sunday Babysitter

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:

Early Education

CPR

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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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Hockessin, DE

Katie S.

5.0

Katie has cared for my children for almost a year now. She is trustworthy, reliable and my kids love her. She does an excellent job and I would absolutely recommend her to others.

- Judy D.

Julia M.

5.0

Very sweet and nurturing babysitter. Always on time. My little one really likes her. I Highly recommended Julia for anyone!

- Care member

Shannon K.

5.0

Shannon was a great babysitter. My children always enjoyed when she came to watch them.

- Linda D.

Keaira M.

5.0

Keira is dependable, an excellent communicator, trustworthy, and goes the extra mile (ex: brought birthday gifts for my kids). We have worked with her for a couple of years and would highly recommend her!

- Charlotte W.

Shelby R.

5.0

We hired Shelby to work with our son after a quick decision to remove him from daycare. She worked for us full time for three months, and we LOVED having her. We were so impressed with quality of activities she planned for our son: regular trips to the library, park, the pool, and even to special...

- Erin S.

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