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85 babysitters are listed in Dover, DE
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Dover, DE
Jasmine B.
Dover, DE
$15-150/hr
Hello! My name is Jasmine B. I am a current student at Delaware State University, majoring in Elementary Education to be a teacher. I have about 10 years experience working with children of all ages. This sort of work is right up my ally and I woukd love to have the opportunity to work with your family. I have my own...
Diamond H.
Dover, DE
$14-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have been working in child care since high school (year of 2013) up until now (2021). I've gained much experience over years, from babysitting, being an intern at a elementary school, working as an assistant teacher at a 5 star childcare center, being my own lead teacher and having my own classroom with 2-year-olds, and now a...
Diamond can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Alexandra, I'm a recent Delaware State University graduate. I love working with children and have 5 years of babysitting experience and 1 year of experience working in a daycare. Over the past few years I've worked with babies, toddlers and preschool - kindergarten age kids but I enjoy spending time with kids of...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Hello, my name is Tatiyana . I am a recent graduate Education student at Delaware State University. I am an energetic, fun babysitter. I begin watching my nephews and niece at the age of 15 and begin watching neighborhood kids as a young girl and from there sparked a light in me and my love for working with kids. I'm available...
Tatiyana can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Tazania W.
Dover, DE
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, My name is Tazania. I am a very reliable and trustworthy individual. I have been babysitting since I was 9 years old. I am the oldest of many cousins and 4 siblings. I love working with children, their smiles and laughter always fill my heart with joy and make me smile. I have been a nurse for almost 2 years and I have...
Tazania can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Alicia C.
Dover, DE
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Alicia, and I attend Delaware State University. I'm new to the Delaware area and I'm interested in being connected to a wonderful family. I'm kind, understanding, and extremely caring. I've always had a love for children. I started off babysitting the children of close family friends and family. I also have done a...
Alicia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi I'm Brittney! I'm now 25 years old with lots of experience with kiddos! From watching my younger sibling when I was younger, babysitting for church member families since I was 14, to nannying for 3 families total in my life. I enjoy this type of work because children bring me joy. I can provide multiple references if you...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Full Time teacher looking to help out in the summer time!
I hope you are having a great day. I am a positive, attentive, and precise woman. I have a lot of experience with children from years of being a nanny, babysitter, and tutor. In 2023 I graduated from Delaware State University, with a bachelors degree in elementary...
Ty'aunna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Kaylee B.
Dover, DE
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Lee and the oldest of 5 children ranging from the ages of not even 1-year-old to 18 years old. I am in the process of completing my CPR certification for adults, children and babies and have about 5 or 6 years of babysitting within my own family under my belt. I do not mind animals and light housework and do...
Kaylee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Karen R.
Dover, DE
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello my name is Karen, I recently moved to Delaware in Aug 2021 from Bucks County Pa. I am married and live in Dover, I have 3 grown children and 5 grandchildren. I have done alot of babysitting with friends children and my own grandchildren, I do prefer to babysit newborns to young toddlers. I do have alot of energy and love...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep
I come from a big family consisting of six sisters and one brother of which I am the third oldest. Needless to say, I grew up watching children. I have been babysitting since I was 12, been a nanny during the summer for the past three summers, and have worked at a daycare. I love children and I am currently in college receiving...
Zaneea can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a bubbly and energetic person who has been nannying/babysitting children since I was 11 years old. I have taken a CPR class and a Babysitting 101 class. I enjoy making crafts with the children, playing games outside and I am willing to drive them to activities they may have. Full of experience and equipped with an extremely...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have experience in pet sitting and dog walking as needed for the past two years. Typically, I took care of pets for my neighbors and friends. I am looking to build my experience by branching out to a more formal style of pet sitting & care giving. I can also do house cleaning and grocery shopping, as well as child care. I have...
Tiffany can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
Caitlin M.
Dover, DE
$13-16/hr
I love animals. I currently own 1 dog and 2 cats myself. Have always had animals while growing up and would love to take care of yours as well!!
Caitlin can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Arjuna G.
Dover, DE
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
New Caregiver Looking For Experience! Prior Experience With Geriatric Care And Care With Animals :)
Hi! I'm 20 years old. I have prior experience working with geriatrics as a home health aide. I grew up in a big household with seven other siblings so I know how important it is to prioritize the needs and emotional state of young ones. In my free time I enjoy reading, journaling, exercising, drawing, as well learning Spanish...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hello, those who know me call me Z & my students call me miss Z. I am a certified educator who believes it is up to educators to bridge the gap between children's natural abilities & academic achievements. I've been a nanny, daycare worker, paraprofessional, and I am now a third grade special education teacher. Looking forward...
Olivia E.
Dover, DE
$10-20/hr
My Pap Had Alzheimer's And I Would Help My Grandma Take Care Of Him Until He Passed Away.
I have helped take care of special needs children and elderly in my life. My Pap had Alzheimer's and I took care of him until he passed. I love working with all types of people.
Olivia can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Hi! My name is Kelly . I am a very positive, energetic and caring person. I have had 10 years of experience in child care and 5 years of experience as an elementary school teacher. I have taught every grade from Kindergarten through fourth. Therefore, I am good with children of all ages. I am very good with children and love...
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Malaya J.
Dover, DE
$36/hr • 2 yrs exp
Fun And Energetic Sitter Who Enjoys Crafts, The Outdoors, And The Beach
Hello, My name is Malaya! I am the oldest sibling of three with a 3-year-old niece who is fully energized and excitable. I can help with Grocery Shopping, Errands, Housekeeping and Meal Prepping as needed! I am a college student who is pursuing nursing. After nursing school I plan to become a NICU nurse which has always been my...
Malaya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 5 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive the best appropriate care. I have been a special education teacher and aba therapist/behavioral therapist so I have much experience with children....
Deandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dover, DE:
How can I find a Dover babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dover, 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 85 babysitters in Dover, DE on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.3. 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 Dover, DE?
The average rate for Dover, DE babysitters on Care.com is $16.22 per hour as of May 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 Dover, DE?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dover, 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 Dover, DE babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Babysitters in Dover, DE are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 85 listed babysitters.