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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Bernadette M.


Wallingford, PA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

4.9

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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, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Bernadette is a kind and caring person who is invested in children. She engages with our children well and treats them as her own. She drives them to school and activities. She is also willing to do light cleaning around the house. "

Alisa C.

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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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
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

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 worker. Details: -Newborn Care Specialist -Experience with twins (I love them!) -The...
Leah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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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: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Early Education

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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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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
""The best sitter we've ever had!" That's what my kids said after their day with Linda. We were in town for a wedding and they had so much fun. Trampoline park, Starbucks, magic tricks and more. Linda was energetic, communicative and engaged with our kids. She...

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Martha D.


Wilmington, DE

$18-20/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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Although Kelly wasn't a fit for our family due to logistics, she was professional and kind on the phone."

Susan M.

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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, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

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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Caroline L.


Media, PA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter Looking For Part-Time Position

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I graduated last May with my bachelor's degree in social work and moved to this area in February from NC. I am loving it so far and looking forward to meeting local families through this site and building some lasting connections! I've worked with kids in various settings including daycares, summer camps, elementary schools,...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We needed a nanny for our 2 kids and 3 dogs while we waited for our over seas Au pair to get her visa. Caroline was great. Our kids (and dogs) adored her."

Mark G.

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Madison D.


West Chester, PA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Madison. I'm 22 years old and I'm a recent graduate of Penn State University. I've babysat children on and off for about 3 years between the ages of 2 and 10. I am looking for a nanny position or any other childcare needed. I have my own car so I am able to drive myself. (and the kids if needed) I am also an...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"We hired Madison last year for our 1 year old daughter and she has been amazing! Madison and Daisy quickly bonded. Daisy fondly refers to her as “Massy”. Madison always does fun projects with Daisy including baking cupcakes, painting, going on walks, going to the...

Caroline R.

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Zara D.


Malvern, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Mature, Experienced Nanny, Seeking An Opportunity To Care For Your Children (New Born, Toddler).

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mature, fun loving, energetic person with many years of child care experience looking for a part time opportunity to work with infant-toddler in your home starting in January. I have CPR and fire safety certificates as well as CDA certificate (Early Childhood Associate). I also have up-to-date Child abuse, FBI, and Criminal...
Zara can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We love Miss Zara. She began taking care of our first child when she was about 3 and a half months old, and now that baby girl is 7! She started taking care of our son when he was about 4 months old, and he just turned 3. Both of our children adore Miss Zara,...

Tracy K.

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Alexis T.


Kennett Square, PA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

College Student-Summer Time Nanny

Hello! I have been babysitting since I was 15. I have taken care children between the ages of 3-month-old to 12-year-olds. My junior year in high school I was a summertime nanny for a family with a 3-month-old. Freshman year in college I was a summertime nanny for a family with a three kids (ages 2, 5, 7). My sophomore year in...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Alexis is wonderful with my children! She is on-time, sticks to my rules for the kids and even picked up after they went to bed! She has been one of our go-to sitters for our 3 kids for years. I have no worries when she is with my kids and she loves my dog too!"

Michelle K.

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Susan I.


West Chester, PA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

A Nanny For You!

I am a friendly, outgoing person who is reliable and hardworking. I have been working with children since I was 12, I am currently 21 and attend West Chester University. I love working with children because it is so rewarding. It is truly wonderful to see children grow and develop. I know how to have fun, but also ensure...
Susan can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Susan is absolutely wonderful! She cared for my 2 kids for many years. She was like part of the family! She's super responsible, punctual, and a great sitter. Her love of children is evident in how she interacts with them. We've had other sitters in the past and...

Priya M.

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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Thornton, PA

Bernadette M.

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, drove them to activities, parks, play...

- Megan Z.

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

Leah has been wonderful with my little guy! As a first time mom, there are things I don’t always notice right away, but Leah was quick to pick them up and make suggestions, such as changing nipple sizes on the baby bottles and my baby’s latch. There was also a health scare that came up as well and...

- Jennifer P.

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