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Claire T.


Thornton, PA

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Grad Student Looking For Families To Work With!

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I graduated from West Chester University with my nutrition and dietetics degree in May 2023 and currently in the middle of my masters degree in community nutrition as well as my dietetic internship and am on the road to becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist! I have been a paid babysitter/nanny since I was 13 years old...
Claire can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Bernadette M.


Wallingford, PA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

4.5

(11)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate, honest, reliable, friendly and patient Nanny. Energetic and professional, I love to sing and dance. I am able to help with homework and Legos are my thing. Willing and able to work overtime and at your service when you need me. Ms B here to make parenting a lot easier.
Bernadette can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Bernadette was our nanny for a couple years, and she was wonderful! My daughter was 3 when she started with us and then soon after we had a newborn. Bernadette cared for both kids and they absolutely loved her. She kept the kids active, fed them healthy meals,...

Megan Z.

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Hunter T.


West Chester, PA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny/Pet Care Taker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I graduated in May 2022 from West Chester University with honors and a degree in Pharmaceurical Chemistry and minors in Biology and Communications. I have experience with ages 3 months to 16 years, and am happy to provide age-specific references! I have all clearances, vaccines and am CPR certified. I come to you with over 10...
Hunter can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Hunter is an amazing babysitter! We enjoy having her over to watch our kids, she is dependable, fun, and sweet. Thanks for being a good addition to our family! :)"

Jenifer P.

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Mirla C.


Wilmington, DE

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter, House Sitter

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I was a stay-at-home mom and have babysat for family and friends for more than 10 years. I volunteered as a babysitter at my church for a year and was placed with babies 0-2 years old. I am a native Spanish speaker and I'm conversational in English. My services include Spanish tutoring, home organizing, nannying, driving, and/or...
Mirla can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Mirla has been with us regularly for about a year, and I can't say enough about how much we love her! She is a wonderful caretaker to our 2 year old daughter. She's kind, caring, creative, and completely trustworthy. Every time she comes to our house my daughter is...

Emilee R.

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Ruth V.


Wilmington, DE

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Grammy The Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a grandmother. My daughter-in-law tells people I was born to be a Grammy. I love being with small children. I have assisted with parents in potty training. I encourage children to use their imaginations in story telling and play. I have taught my grandchildren to swim. I have been a Nanny for two families. I was a Nanny...
Ruth can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Ruth is very gentle, sweet, loving, nurturing, thoughtful, patient, wise, creative and kind. She is motherly to everyone she meets. She just can't help it, it is just who she is! Ruth asks thought provoking questions that have you think of ways to make a difference...

Carol T.

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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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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...

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Stephanie K.


Media, PA

$22-23/hr4 yrs exp

Creative, Fun, Accountable With Good Management Skills: Studying Early Childhood Ed

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a 10u softball coach and I have been babysitting infants through the age of 11 since I was 15 years old. Over the years I grew a passion for inspiring and teaching young kids that I decided to take my career path that way and became a teacher. Throughout college, I worked part-time at daycare on top of nannying....
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alex G.


Wilmington, DE

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

I was a nanny to the greatest family in Virginia for 5 years, which unfortunately came to an end when we relocated to Delaware. Also while in Virginia, I worked in the infant room at The Learning Experience. I am also a mom of a 5-year-old little girl who is my world. I have also taught classes at the YMCA with children ranging...
Alex can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
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Amara S.


West Chester, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Weekly Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Amara. I have 10 years of childcare experience, starting from being a mother's helper as an early teen. More recently, I graduated from West Chester University in 2021 with a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology. During college, I worked as the director of a Before and After School program that caters to the...
Amara can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Amara has become a part of our family….. she’s been our full time sitter for the past year. She’s extremely hands on and interactive. Before Amara, our baby boy was glued to his iPad and now he only wants to “reeeeeed” books. She’s a natural nurturer and teacher.....

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Keyara C.


West Chester, PA

$27/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Nanny with over 7 years of professional childcare experience, working with Toddlers through teens. Upholds a commitment to keep children active and engaged. Athletic being a strong swimmer, a competitive softball player and plays tennis. Assist children with homework and tutoring if needed. When packing lunches, preparing...
Keyara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I’ve worked with Keyara through College Nanny sitters and Tutors summer of 2021. She was a big help for me with my 4 yr old twin boys , Keyara kept them active and engaged especially with sports but crafts as well . The boys loved her but unfortunately we made a...

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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: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sharon is an excellent caregiver for our baby boy. We trust her completely. It provides us with a sense of comfort to know that when we cannot be with our boy that Sharon is caring for him so well."

David H.

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Amanda B.


Wilmington, DE

$18-40/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Amanda, a reliable and passionate caregiver and tutor offering a variety of services, including babysitting, tutoring, pet care, and light cleaning. Experience Paraeducator, Brandywine School District Teacher Assistant, Developmental School School-Age Site Administrator &Tumbling Assistant Coordinator, Brandywine...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Amanda was a great babysitter, our kids absolutely loved her & she was very engaged. I Highly recommend Amanda"

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Carolyn C.


Claymont, DE

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny With 20+ Years Experience!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am seeking a full time nanny or infant/toddler teacher position. I have 20+ years of child care experience. My available hours are 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. , Mondays-Fridays with some flexibility on weekends. I am currently working as a Private Nanny for a Family of 2 children (1 boy, 1 girl). I have a passion for infants...
Carolyn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Carolyn (or Coco as we lovingly call her) has been like family to us for this last (very difficult) year. At times, we needed long and erratic work hours which she always obliged with a smile. She is exceptionally patient, intuitive and tries so hard to fulfill...

Rochelle G.

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Leah D.


Media, PA

$24-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am from Media PA and I am looking for a full time nannying position starting. College educated, have a bachelors degree in Social Work from Cairn University. I have experience in senior care, nannying, and babysitting in the Philadelphia area as well as the Boston area. Most of my experience has been with ages 7...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We loved Leah and are sad that she moved!! She watched our 2 boys (aged 3 and 5) periodically for the past 2 years. They loved when she came over! She played games with them, colored with them, and brought activities for them. She is very creative and a great...

Kassie M.

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Mariana S.


West Chester, PA

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Responsible, Creative And Loving!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Families! My name is Mariana I am from Colombia I've been as a nanny for 6+ years here in the USA. I have experience with all ages, I've got references and am fully vaccinated. I am strong Driver and willing to drive with kids also very pet friendly. If you are looking for help for an occasional night out, dates or...
Mariana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I met Mariana in my home and I just got a warm, lovely feeling from her. Mariana seems gentle and kind and we love that she is bi-lingual. We're hoping to have her watch my son after daycare."

Megan R.

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Linda H.


Media, PA

$30/hr20 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mom of three amazing young adults with 30+ years experience as a teacher and child care professional. Creative, fun, nurturing care giver who enjoys playing, reading, and helping your little ones discover new things. Reliable and experienced. Light housekeeping and errand running as well. I have a tremendous amount of...
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Linda is THE BEST. We feel so lucky to have connected with her and she's been incredibly helpful watching our son a couple times a week since he was 4 weeks old. She is easy to communicate with, flexible with logistics around her personal commitments, and she's...

Jana F.

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Martha D.


Wilmington, DE

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have several years of babysitting and nanny experience with all age children from Infant to elementary age. I have a degree in elementary education, and I love children. I am very patient and affectionate, responsible and trustworthy. I am experienced and comfortable with sleep and potty training, as well as feeding schedules...
Martha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I don't know what to say about Martha that isn't full of praise. She is kind and thorough and my kids adore her. She works effortlessly into our family and leaves my life easier at the end of the day. We continue to use Martha as a part time nanny for my toddler...

Meghan W.

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Kelly C.


Aston, PA

$28-38/hr10 yrs exp

Friendly Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello I was previously a nanny for a set of twin 3yr old boys. I've been with them since they were 8weeks old. Unfortunately my full time position has came to an end. I'm Qualified, Dependable, and a Nurturing Caregiver. If you feel like I'm a good fit please feel free to contact me. I became interested in child care when I...
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kelly was one of several who came for two days to help support our children at a rare disease conference. She was on time, did what she was asked and jumped in where ever needed. We would definitely hire her again. "

Julia T.

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Rachel P.


Wilmington, DE

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a career nanny with over 14 years of experience in a professional setting. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education. Most of my experience is with infants and toddlers, but I have also taught pre-k (4 and 5-year-olds) and I have experience with working with children up to 12 years old. I am looking for full time work....
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Rachel was an absolutely wonderful nanny to our son for over two years - warm, capable, incredibly competent, funny, and reliable. We couldn't have asked for a better caretaker - I would recommend her to anyone looking for a great nanny or child care professional....

Julie B.

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Laura D.


Malvern, PA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time/Occasional Babysitting

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm Laura, and I am a Graduate Student Studying Nutrition at West Chester University (Graduating May 2018!). I will be pursuing my Dietetic Internship to become a Registered Dietitian starting this August 2018, but over the summer and throughout next year (2018-2019) I will be searching for occasional babysitting hours. It looks...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Laura is great with my crazy toddler and helps with my newborn too. Very hands-on and high energy! Asks the important questions and always keeps us informed about the kids!! Highly recommend."

Sarah D.

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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Thornton, PA

Bernadette M.

5.0

Bernadette watched my kids for several months while we were waiting for a daycare spot and then many times after that for date nights, etc. The kids love Bernadette and so do we! She generally loves children and is always invested in how they're doing, keeping them engaged and getting to know them...

- Care member

Hunter T.

5.0

Hunter is an amazing babysitter! We enjoy having her over to watch our kids, she is dependable, fun, and sweet. Thanks for being a good addition to our family! :)

- Jenifer P.

Mirla C.

5.0

We have been working with Mirla for about six months now. She is very responsible and always on time. She has been taking care of our 10 month old who is full of energy. I would recommend her for anyone who is looking to hire for childcare. She is the best!

- Helen C.

Ruth V.

5.0

Ruth is a nanny to our daughter for almost a year now. She started when our daughter was 6 months old and will be 18 months soon. We couldn't have asked for a better nanny. We don't have any family in the area and Ruth became our family. She is loving, caring, dependable, trustworthy, diligent, and...

- David S.

Leah O.

5.0

I trusted Leah ever since the first time we chatted! She is professional, respectful, caring, and knowledgeable. I was so thankful to have her help look after my newborn. Would highly recommend her!

- Care member

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