Find Babysitters in New Castle, DE
At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked babysitters in New Castle, DE and hire the best fit for your family.
Find babysitters in New Castle, DE that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in New Castle, DE
The average rate is $15/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in New Castle, DE
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Shyanne and I am very interested in helping you and your family. I have my own car, I am a non smoker. I am currently enrolled at Wilmington University for Early Childhood. I currently work at the Goddard School and am looking to help out families in need during this time.
I love to read and do arts and crafts...
Shyanne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very creative and always shows up on time.
Shyanne was patient with my child when learning how to read and using the potty, she even came up with ways to help us help our child.
You're missing out if you don't have her as a child care provider."
Kirsty K.
Destiny R.
New Castle, DE
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I absolutely love kids and working with them! I can cook and clean and so much more. I'm pet friendly so if you have pets no worries! If you have any questions message me!!
I'd describe my personality as
Outgoing
Athletic
Silly
I like working with kids because each and every...
Destiny can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Destiny was great with my 4 boys. We have had to to hire a lot of sitters due to not being able to find someone dependable and Destiny exceeded our expectations. She was always on time, the boys loved her. We would definitely hire again!"
Jasmine C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am searching for some part-time babysitting opportunities. I have done many dinners, overnights, and school pickups and drop-offs with kids of all ages. I have my own reliable transportation and I love pets of all sizes! I work part-time during the week, however my schedule is very flexible. I am also available for late nights...
Madisyn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Madisyn is a lovely young lady. The boys(ages 8 and 5) loved her. We came into town for the weekend for a mix of work and vacation. Madisyn jumped right in. She swam with the boys, ate lunch , played games and more games. She is honest, reliable and a wonderful...
Liezel H.
Giselle G.
New Castle, DE
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting for 9 years not only in Pennsylvania but in different states due to the fact that my husband is a military veteran. Currently work at Celebree School as a teaching aide & I am also a mother myself, I have experience and know exactly what is expected from me. I will be honored to meet you and your family...
Giselle can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Very respectful, and nice young lady :)"
Maria M.
Joyce A.
New Castle, DE
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny (10+ Years) Available For Full Or Part-time Child Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I nannied for a family with 2 children in Hilton Head, SC from birth of first child in 1999 until the girls started school full time in 2005. Additionally, I managed household including shopping, light housekeeping and cooking as needed. My family tells me I am the quintessential "Grammy" always being more than a babysitter to...
Joyce can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joyce watched our daughter when we went to a wedding at Mt. Princeton and she was wonderful. She was great with our 14 month daughter and we felt totally at ease. Would definitely use her again."
Sharon H.
Madisyn A.
New Castle, DE
$17-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a full time student at the University of Delaware with a range of experience with individuals with special needs. Although I am not going to school to pursue anything in this field in the future, many of my babysitting/nannying jobs in the past have been centered around kids with special needs. I have reliable...
5.0
"We hired Madisyn when we came into town for a wedding. She keep our special needs son while we went to the wedding and reception. She took him to play putt putt and took him to eat. She was very kind to J. and did great with him. I would totally recommend hiring...
Melanie W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy the opportunity to impact clients' lives and make a difference to them. I appreciate the chance to get to know clients and their families and become an integral part of their lives.
Ellen can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is excellent in every way. Anyone would be fortunate to have her "Care"!!"
Fred B.
Kandy B.
New Castle, DE
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children. I have four grown successful children.
I have worked as a substitute teacher, Home care provider with the elderly and a Nanny. I enjoy cooking and crafts. I have worked as a nanny here since 2009. Several families 3 or 4 years each. I am a Veteran, Air Force and De Army National Guard. Kandy
Kandy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Seems to have the qualifications I needed. Wasn't the right match but will keep in contact for future opportunities."
Andre D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience working with children. I have worked as a nanny for one healthy infant, a set of boy/girl twins, babysat for many children of all ages, and also cared for many medically-fragile infants and children, including three sets of premature triplets. I am caring, nurturing, creative, crafty, education...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary has been a wonderful babysitter for my 1 year old (highly energetic) son. She is very trustworthy, reliable and pleasant and keeps him well entertained! I highly recommend her for your babysitting needs. "
Denise K.
Tiffany T.
New Castle, DE
$18-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Tiffany and I am currently a stay at home mom to a beautiful 18-month-old baby girl as well as a small home baking business owner ! I obtained a certification to safely prepare & serve food while managing at my old job. I have been caring for the children in my church for about six years prior to having my own...
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Tiffany looks after our 7 year old son. Immediately the day that we meet her we clicked and my son loves her and her little princess. Very good manners, punctual and great communication skills. She's truly awesome."
Aidiann G.
Kandy B.
New Castle, DE
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as a substitute teacher in the Colonel School District for special needs students for several years.
I worked in a vocational program for special needs adults as a job coach and administrative assistant, I have been medication certified before, and CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoyed working as a special needs...
3.0
"I am waiting on Kandy's availability for a future interview."
Katherine V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I took a small break from care. com but I'm so excited to be back!! I am so happy you are taking the time to read this! I am emr certified (emergency response) and CPR certified. In addition I do work at a daycare I mainly deal with infants and toddlers. ( fun fact: I use to work at a animal shelter so I am amazing with...
Shayla can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shayla was helpful and interactive with our kids, kept them engaged and took good care of them. Easy to talk to, Proactive, asked good questions and offered help before being asked. More than punctual (arrived early) and stayed later than originally asked to....
Salma S.
I have had experience in babysitting for about 5 years now with 2 years being paid. I started off with babysitting children from my family to family friends to children from my church. I enjoy being around children and knowing that I can be of great help to them and their families. Being that I have younger children in my family...
Emma G.
New Castle, DE
$18-25/hr
Looking For Someone To Look After Your Loved Ones During The Day? Child Or Pet? Contact Me!
Hi, I'm Emma! I'm 19 years old with plenty of childcare & pet care experience. I've worked in a local nursery for years now, along with babysitting for several families. I love spending time with kiddos! Along with childcare, I'm passionate for pet care just as much, for I was always raised with indoor & outdoor pets. I'd love...
Mikayla D.
New Castle, DE
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Mikayla I am 18 turning 19 years old. I have plenty of experience with infants and young kids due to me growing up and babysitting my 13 younger cousins! I am a bubbly, fun, happy person and I love kids. I am babysitting certified by the American Red Cross and was CPR certified (card has since past recommended...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jordan and I am a college student at UNR and am from Las Vegas! I have been babysitting for the past four years. I have thus far cared for five children maximum at a time and have cared for children from ages 4 months to 12 years old. I absolutely love babysitting and love to be hands-on involved with the kids I...
Jordan can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hii!! I am a part time student and new to care. com, however I'm not new to babysitting. I love taking care of babies and kids. I have 5 years of experience; during high school and while in college and I grew up in a huge family and always loved to look after my little family members. I take my job very serious and am First-Aid...
Crystal J.
New Castle, DE
$25/hr • 12 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as positive, listener, approachable
I like working with kids because I have a love for children and like all opportunities to share my creativity and get their ideas.
I'm looking for a job that after 18 years in corporate. I want to do something that make me feel I'm making a difference for myself...
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Kaya P.
New Castle, DE
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Kaya. I have a very uplifting, creative, outgoing, and caring personality!
I've always had a passion for working with kids. Kids experience the world with such joy and innocence and have many unique personalities that bring happiness to the world. I love the bonds you build with children, and being able to have...
My name is Sara, and I'm a fun and outgoing babysitter who loves spending time with children. I have 2 years of babysitting experience. I currently study Elementary Education through Liberty University Online.
I truly enjoy working with kids and helping them learn and grow. I am reliable, responsible and always punctual. I'm...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New Castle, DE
Shyanne G.
5.0
She is very creative and always shows up on time.
Shyanne was patient with my child when learning how to read and using the potty, she even came up with ways to help us help our child.
You're missing out if you don't have her as a child care provider.
- Kirsty K.
Destiny R.
5.0
Destiny was great with my 4 boys. We have had to to hire a lot of sitters due to not being able to find someone dependable and Destiny exceeded our expectations. She was always on time, the boys loved her. We would definitely hire again!
- Jasmine C.
Madisyn A.
5.0
Madisyn is a lovely young lady. The boys(ages 8 and 5) loved her. We came into town for the weekend for a mix of work and vacation. Madisyn jumped right in. She swam with the boys, ate lunch , played games and more games. She is honest, reliable and a wonderful young lady. Highly recommend her.
- Liezel H.
Giselle G.
5.0
Very respectful, and nice young lady :)
- Maria M.
Joyce A.
5.0
Joyce watched our daughter when we went to a wedding at Mt. Princeton and she was wonderful. She was great with our 14 month daughter and we felt totally at ease. Would definitely use her again.
- Sharon H.
Additional Babysitter Services
Babysitter Articles
53 fun car games and activities for kids
April 8th, 2022 You know how it goes: “Are we there yet? … How about now now? … Are you sure we’re not there yet?” It’s at this point wh... Read more
52 camp songs every kid will love to sing
May 18th, 2023 Camp songs help build camping spirit, let the kids loosen up and make great memories. The best part about fun camp songs is t... Read more
16 kids shows with LGBTQIA+ characters and storylines
June 9th, 2023 Positive LGBTQ+ representation can be hard to find in media, especially when it comes to children’s entertainment. But it’s important for children to see ma... Read more
How to explain they/them and nonbinary pronouns to kids and parents
May 27th, 2023 LGBTQ+ people have always existed. But with increased media visibility and access to information online, there’s been a surge in awareness of transgender an... Read more
101 indoor games for kids and other activities
May 18th, 2023 It’s easy for children to get cabin fever when they’re stuck inside because of a bad weather day. That’s why it’s a good idea for you to have some fun indoo... Read more
FAQs for finding a babysitter in New Castle, DE:
How can I find a New Castle babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in New Castle, DE can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 57 babysitters in New Castle, DE on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in New Castle, DE?
The average rate for New Castle, DE babysitters on Care.com is $15.68 per hour as of June 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in New Castle, DE?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in New Castle, DE through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for New Castle, DE babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in New Castle, DE are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.