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79 nannies are listed in Wilmington, DE
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Wilmington, DE
5.0
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 12 years of nanny experience with kids aging from infancy to 10yrs. I remained in my most recent position as a nanny for 1 toddler for a little over a year before circumstances changed and we parted ways. Prior to that, I worked for a family with 3 children for 4 consecutive years, until they all reached school age!
I...
Devon can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"There has been no one better than Devon as far as being a trustworthy, caring, and just all around amazing person to our children. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Reliable, Flexible outgoing nanny with 15 plus years of experience in early childhood education with ages ranging from infant care to Pre-K. I' m trained and knowledgeable in both Delaware appropriate practices and early leaning foundation. I have 12 years of experience with family care as a nanny, I'm looking for a long term...
Emilie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emilie is an amazing caregiver! My kids just loved Emilie and I loved how reliable and trustworthy she was with my kids. In addition, Emilie is creative and incredibly knowledgeable as it regards early childhood. She always offered specific anecdotes about her...
Ronit S.
5.0
(9)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, 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.
5.0
(5)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
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.
Shannon K.
Wilmington, DE
$20-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Postpartum Doula In Training, And Responsible Yet Fun Loving Nanny!
5.0
(6)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I have 33 years of childcare experience. I come from a very large family, so I have been around a number of ages since I was young. I am one of six and 9th in the line of 64 first cousins. This has brought me to my immense love for children. I have been babysitting since I was 14. I have experience in a daycare, as a nanny...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shannon was a great babysitter. My children always enjoyed when she came to watch them."
Linda D.
Leah O.
Wilmington, DE
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Overnight Newborn Care Specialist And Infant/Toddler Nanny
5.0
(5)
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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...
Jennifer P.
Linda F.
Wilmington, DE
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(22)
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:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Deana C.
Wilmington, DE
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(11)
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: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Very dependable and caring for my 2 sons and sweet and attentive to their needs. Her attention to detail and professionalism is astounding."
Sara W.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Lauren, and I am 32 years old. I have a degree from University of Delaware in human services and family development obtained in 2015. I was an education director for the boys and girls clubs of Delaware and then I transitioned to a position as a behavior interventionist for middle school children that had dealt with...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren is amazing. She is very dependable and hands on with the kids. She is fun and always does cool things with the kids. Our kids love when Lauren comes and look forward to it every time. Hire her if she's available!!"
Jonathan S.
5.0
(2)
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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Melissa B.
Wilmington, DE
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
College Student Looking For Full Time Employment Over The Summer!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
**Currently working with an amazing family, but Will be seeking employment fall of 2025!**
Hello! I have been a childcare professional for 14 years, as a nanny (both live in and out of house), working in a preschool environment and nanny agencies. I have recent clearances, and I am CPR and first aid certified. My approach to...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Melissa for more than 4 years, she is one of the most conscientious and honest people I have ever met. She had been a babysitter for a friend of mine of over 6 years. She knows how to keep children occupied and safe. Melissa does not hesitate to...
Robert W.
5.0
(2)
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, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel
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.
Hailee S.
Wilmington, DE
$26/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(6)
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, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
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.
Rachel P.
Wilmington, DE
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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.
Stephanie P.
Wilmington, DE
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(2)
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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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.
5.0
(2)
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Wilmington, DE
Devon L.
5.0
There has been no one better than Devon as far as being a trustworthy, caring, and just all around amazing person to our children.
- Care member
Emilie B.
5.0
Emilie is an amazing caregiver! My kids just loved Emilie and I loved how reliable and trustworthy she was with my kids. In addition, Emilie is creative and incredibly knowledgeable as it regards early childhood. She always offered specific anecdotes about her time with my children, as well as...
- Ronit S.
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.
Dena B.
5.0
Dena was my daughter's 1 year old teacher, and I couldn't have been more thrilled with her experience. She brought great comfort to me as a working mom to know that she was cared for, thriving, and doing far greater things than I would have been able to provide to her. She is a great listener and...
- Moira M.
Shannon K.
5.0
Shannon was a great babysitter. My children always enjoyed when she came to watch them.
- Linda D.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Wilmington, DE
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Wilmington, DE?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Wilmington, DE is as of is $19.42 per hour as of March, 2025. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Wilmington, DE?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 79 in Wilmington, DE. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Wilmington, DE?
You can find different nanny services in Wilmington through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Wilmington, DE with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Wilmington, DE nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Nannies in Wilmington, DE are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 110 reviews of the 79 listed nannies.