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After school babysitters in Hockessin, DE
Emma C.
Hockessin, DE
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have been babysitting and working with children since I was 14 years old. Currently preparing to start my senior year of college as a psychology major with plans to continue into a graduate school. I grew up with siblings and lots of cousins and comfortable with all ages of children.
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Julia and I am 21 years old. I have babysat different children over the course of my life. I have 4 younger siblings and I have watched them ever since I was young. I also used to babysit kids after school when I was in 6th grade. I love to play with the kids, help them with school work, and even do some...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have accumulated experience working with children in many facets.
In high school I assisted running a licensed preschool with ages 2-5.
I have taken two early childhood education courses in high school and some elementary education courses in College at Harford Community College in Bel Air, Maryland.
I have also held an...
Allison can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hi My name is Gabriella , I currently live in Hockessin, Delaware. I have 2 years of experience. caring for children of all ages. I'm looking for a part-time job. I currently work as a Pilates and dance instructor about 10 hours per week.
Gabriella can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Felicia T.
Hockessin, DE
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as kind-hearted, thoughtful, and personable.
I like working with kids because I come from a huge family, who I value so much, so children were always around of all ages.
I started working with kids when I was able to. I always wanted to work with children so started babysitting family as young as...
Felicia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a passionate, motivated, and experienced child care provider based in Hockessin. I love getting to know kids, fostering their interests, and helping them be their best self. I have experience with infants to pre-teens, and I love working with any age!
I have 10+ years of experience with individuals with special needs,...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Olivia W.
Hockessin, DE
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 4 years of experience of babysitting. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Carpooling. I am a nonsmoker with my own vehicle and have experience with kids ranging from age 0 months-10years old.
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep
I like working with kids because children are outgoing and adventurous. Children are a big joy to work with.
One thing you should know about me is that I am very reliable and will always try my best to be on time.
Kylee can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Megan C.
Hockessin, DE
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Babysitter/Dogsitter In The Hockessin/Wilmington/Newark Area
I'm 29 years old and have a bachelors degree in Communications and PR. I've been furloughed from my full time job due to Covid-19 so I am looking to babysit children or dogs regularly. I am available during the day and on most weekends. I have a lot of experience with children and with dogs. I've babysat many times throughout my...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Alexis Z.
Newark, DE
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked professionally with children for 6 years and have been babysitting for 8. I was the site supervisor of a before and after care program of 70 children ages 5-11 for 2 of those years. I have also worked numerous summer camps (sleep away and home) as well as worked at a childrens shelter. My last job was a nanny for a...
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lexie is downright amazing. We hired Lexie as our after school nanny and while she was here, she truly helped make our house a home. She's loving, caring, honest, reliable and capable. She helped with homework, lunches, straightening up, dinner, etc and quickly...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced babysitter who loves kids. I started babysitting for family and some friends a little under 13 years ago. I'm responsible, hardworking. I am experienced with mealtime, bedtime and playtime. I love pets as well and am able to help.
Angelena can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Angelena has been fantastic with our kids! She is very dependable, and our kids adore her! We highly recommend her!"
Laura M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Elise and I'm currently available for date night/weekend babysitting. I nanny part time during the spring, but am always open to new weekend sitting! I'm currently a senior at the University of Delaware, and will be starting grad school at UD in the fall.
I adore kids and love to spend time caring for them...
Elise can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elise was great! Both my 9 y.o. son and 7 y.o. daughter said she was awesome and they had fun with her! She played with them and came up with good ideas to keep them entertained. She is reliable and shows up on time too! And she put up with our barking dog. I would...
Christina H.
5.0
(1)
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.
Brenda F.
Newark, DE
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm A Maternity RN Looking For Occasional Babysitting Job For Newborn
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 25+ years of experience. I am
a "Postpartum Newborn Specialist" looking to provide assistance and education after the parents bring the baby HOME . Also, I'm looking to help parents on my days off with occasional baby sitting or "date" nights.
Brenda can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Brenda was absolutely great with my baby. She punctual, professional, knew what to do and how to care and she made me feel safe and at ease leaving the baby with her. I definitely recommend her."
Nikkolas S.
Alyssa K.
Newark, DE
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Looking For After School Nannying Job.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for kids from newborn-14 years old. I currently work at two preschools/childcare centers and am I'm a student at University of Delaware majoring in Elementary Education. I have experience picking kids up from school, taking them to after school activities and appointments, preparing dinner, and offering...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa is just wonderful with kids. You can tell she genuinely enjoys them. My kids love her. She is great at coming up with things to do with the kids. They are never bored with her. She is also amazing with dogs, she is our go-to dog sitter as well. She is in...
Missy G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I use to work at elementary school. Also I have 5 nieces ranging from 4-15. That I help out with. I love being around children. I am studying at University to become a elementary school teacher. I am reliable, responsible, and respectful. I create a fun and safe environment. I am currently open for a summer position. Feel free...
Tearmee can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tearmee has been a wonderful addition to our family. So blessed to have her as my son's babysitter. She is patient, fun and enjoyable to be around every day. She's such a beautiful, talented and motivated young lady. My son adores her and looks forward to seeing...
Kiola T.
5.0
(1)
An Ex Au Pair Looking To Work With Children.
I'm looking for a job where I can not only be a babysitter but also a good influence on the child by setting good examples
I started working with kids when I was in college. During my internship in 2019, I taught robotics and math to kids after school hours, and since then, I have...
Thayna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Thayna is awesome! My boys love her to say the least! She is kind, patient, reliable, responsible and trustworthy. I highly recommend her to any family that is looking for a babysitter or a nanny! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & 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.
5.0
(1)
I have been surrounded by children my whole life and love working with them! I am an Early Education major and hold a teachers assistant position at a nursery school.
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kayla has helped me with my now 3-year-old and 1-year-old in NYC and NJ since my oldest was a baby.
What I really enjoyed about Kayla was her following my parenting style. I never saw her disrespect that. And I never saw her use her personal phone, either.
Kayla...
Care member
4.4
(7)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Jasmine I am 22 years old and would love this position. I am wonderful with kids I have one of my own, my boyfriend as well as my sister work in a daycare so I am very knowledgeable of kids. I have my own transportation so I am very reliable and timely. If you are still looking for someone for this position you...
Jasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Jasmine is excellent! She is professional, personable and dependable. I was hesitant to use care.com but we've truly hit the jackpot with our first pick in Jasmine! I would definitely recommend her service."
Karemah H.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Hockessin, DE
Alexis Z.
5.0
Lexie is downright amazing. We hired Lexie as our after school nanny and while she was here, she truly helped make our house a home. She's loving, caring, honest, reliable and capable. She helped with homework, lunches, straightening up, dinner, etc and quickly became part of our family. Lexie is SO...
- Care member
Angelena M.
5.0
Angelena has been fantastic with our kids! She is very dependable, and our kids adore her! We highly recommend her!
- Laura M.
Elise B.
5.0
Elise was great! Both my 9 y.o. son and 7 y.o. daughter said she was awesome and they had fun with her! She played with them and came up with good ideas to keep them entertained. She is reliable and shows up on time too! And she put up with our barking dog. I would definitely recommend her!
- Christina H.
Alexis T.
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.
Brenda F.
5.0
Brenda was absolutely great with my baby. She punctual, professional, knew what to do and how to care and she made me feel safe and at ease leaving the baby with her. I definitely recommend her.
- Nikkolas S.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Hockessin, DE
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Hockessin, DE?
You can review 9 after school babysitter profiles near you in Hockessin, DE to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Hockessin, DE?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Hockessin, DE is $18.11. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Hockessin, DE?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Hockessin, DE on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Hockessin, DE to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Hockessin, DE can really come in handy.
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