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Babysitters in Ellendale, DE
Hello! My name is Amanda Jane, and I am an experienced and dependable babysitter with over 10 years of experience taking care of children of all ages. With my extensive background in childcare, I am confident I can provide your child with a safe, fun, and one of a kind environment. I like to build an environment that can be fun...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Veronica. I am a preschool teacher who teaches students with autism and other disabilities. I have 7 years of district experience. I am extremely passionate about teaching, and feel that every child deserves the chance to learn in the way that suits them best. I am looking for an after work job,...
Veronica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Veronica worked for us this summer. She had to leave for college in the fall for a degree in Child Development. We were very impressed with her skills. She was great with our son and we found her to be highly self motivated. Took initiative on several occasions....
Sid V.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Janice, I have a great deal of experience with children and have 4 of my own. I currently work as a chef and a teacher in a school and have an associates degree toward education. I am looking to babysit on the weekends including friday nights starting at 5 p.m. Thanks so much.
Janice can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CNA
5.0
"Janice was wonderful with my children, and was very professional and kind.!"
Adam C.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Daneen and I've been a CNA for 10 years. I am fully vaccinated. When I began my journey it was intended to be able to better care for my son who has special needs. After becoming certified I decided to try getting a job in the field. I worked at a nursing home the first year but it was not personal enough for...
Daneen can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"I know Danee to be honest, resposonsible and compassionate. She's a dedicated hardworking caregiver! She works with her heart an not her hands! "
Cynthia B.
5.0
(3)
Welcome! my name is Georgina, just moved to Wooster, Ohio. I have 7 years of experience. I have a healthcare setting background so I am CPR certified along with Surgical, , labor and delivery/Adult patient care experience. As your care taker I ensure a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, , running errands, etc....
Georgina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great with kids! Cheerful responsible, bilingual"
Amarilis V.
Kayla P.
Georgetown, DE
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'd love to help you and your family keep a clean and organized home to come home to every night! I'm looking forward to meeting you.
Kayla can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization
5.0
"My daughter absolutely adores Kayla. She was a learning coach for M during pandemic distance learning and was fun and engaging. We were sad when Kayla relocated but would love any opportunity to have her back."
Jennifer D.
5.0
(1)
I've been doing home care for over 30 years. I love working with people and making a difference in their life. I have a lot of skills with Dementia, post surgical care, companionship light house keeping ect
5.0
"A delightful caring person. It is obvious she really cares about her patients and loves what she does."
Joyce K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Im a housekeeper (regular clean, summer clean, deep clean and more. I'm organized, punctual and responsible.
Reandra can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning & more
Kayla P.
Georgetown, DE
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I love interacting and caring for children. I'm a recent graduate of Wilmington University online with a BS in Psychology, a concentration on children and families and a certificate in trauma-informed approaches. Currently, I am working towards my MS in school psychology and counseling. I am looking to add to my many...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kayla is the best babysitter. She babysat my 2 boys along with 6 other kids (from two different families).. So 8 kids total between the ages of 2-7. Kayla handled them with no problem whatsoever. She was very responsible and trustworthy, plus the kids loved her....
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Taylor B.
Georgetown, DE
$22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Taylor and I am 30 years old. I have several years of nanny/babysitting experience over the last 8 years! While in college, I worked as a medical assistant. I currently hold a Bachelors Degree from Wilmington University for Behavioral Science with a certificate in Child Advocacy. When I had our first...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is a great care giver. very attentive to the plans and reliable. Communication was very good as well. always pleasant to have around."
Tess S.
Abigail J.
Milton, DE
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Abby and if you' ve stumbled onto my profile, you' re probably looking for the perfect caregiver! Well, I can' t guarantee perfection but I can guarantee some Mary Poppins-type fun (good for both parents/guardians and kids)!
A little about me:
I began college at Marshall University in Elementary Education...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We LOVE Abby! She is upbeat and always keeps the kids entertained. Abby is great with educational activities and crafts. She is reliable and friendly. She is accommodating to our ever changing schedules and is always on time and helpful.
She is all you could...
Bill D.
Katherine H.
Georgetown, DE
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Katherine. I have several years of experience working with children from all backgrounds of life. I am currently a Paraprofessional for a local school district. Also, I worked at two local childcare centers in Delaware for roughly 2 year. I have my Bachelors degree in Psychology with a Certification in Child...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kat was amazing!!! We hired her for our 4 boys, aged 7, 4, 2 and 10 months, for 2 nights in a row. The best thing about her was my boys were so excited to see her the second night! Not only did she get everyone to sleep (which is hard for me to do most nights) she...
Lauren P.
Eneicia W.
Georgetown, DE
$10-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I work with children ages infant to 12 years of age. I am easy to talk to, responsible, prompt, and hardworking. I have worked at a learning center for six years. I have numerous years working with pets. I care for two large dogs at my own home. I am a Full-Time elementary education student. I am also a mother to the most...
Eneicia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eneicia has a sunny disposition. She has an abundance of patience, as well as love for working with children. The amount of care that she puts into her work is immeasurable. She always makes sure she goes above and beyond when doing her job. From babies to school...
Dontraie J.
5.0
(7)
I've been certified since 1995 and I'm also CPR, First aid certified. I worked with Dementia, Long term, hospice, Mental Health and Rehab. Patients, I love helping people who can't help themselves and I take pride in my work and what I do.
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I have known Mary for over 30 years, and she has always presented herself has a hard worker. The thing that stands out the most about Mary is her kind and loving spirit. I have has the pleasure of working with her as well, and Mary is extremely reliable and goes...
Charlott B.
Dawn Y.
Milton, DE
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mom Of Four Looking For Part-time Babysitting/Driving/Care-giving
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have four daughters ranging in age from 18-26. I have been working part-time for families in CT for over 10 years. I recently relocated to Delaware and looking to help out another family. My kids are all out of the house and my husband travels a lot. I am very good with kids, extremely organized and reliable. I would love to...
Dawn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Senior at West Chester University who has lots of experience with children ages 6 months to 13 years old. I worked with a family for about a year where I took care of their toddler while I was attending school online! I also worked with a family for 2 years during high school and had other babysitting jobs including...
Isabelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Matison can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Cassidy F.
Georgetown, DE
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Cassidy, I'm 24 years old, I live in Georgetown with my boyfriend, puppy named Vita and kitty named Marty.
I have worked in childcare since 2019. I'm CPR certified, I have my TECE l and ll.
I'd describe my personality as quirky, passionate, sweet
I like working with kids because I love watching them grow and...
1.0
(1)
I am a physical therapist who is currently undergoing a career transition. I have extensive experience working with kids, dogs, cats, cleaning, caregiving, and listening! Prior to becoming a physical therapist, I was a nanny, lifeguard, swim instructor, personal trainer, waitress, barista, and camp counselor. I also was a note...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Natalie E.
Milton, DE
$15-20/hr
I can clean well, I am an experienced organizer I enjoy tidying and making things look nice. I can do general tasks and am a fast learner if I need to do an unfamiliar chore.
Natalie can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ellendale, DE
Veronica B.
5.0
Veronica worked for us this summer. She had to leave for college in the fall for a degree in Child Development. We were very impressed with her skills. She was great with our son and we found her to be highly self motivated. Took initiative on several occasions. She definitely has a passion for...
- Sid V.
Janice J.
5.0
Janice was wonderful with my children, and was very professional and kind.!
- Adam C.
Daneen B.
5.0
I know Danee to be honest, resposonsible and compassionate. She's a dedicated hardworking caregiver! She works with her heart an not her hands!
- Cynthia B.
Georgina C.
5.0
She is an excellent person very hard working. A very caring person.
- Hidai E.
Kayla P.
5.0
My daughter absolutely adores Kayla. She was a learning coach for M during pandemic distance learning and was fun and engaging. We were sad when Kayla relocated but would love any opportunity to have her back.
- Jennifer D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ellendale, DE:
How can I find a Ellendale babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ellendale, 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 1 babysitters in Ellendale, DE on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Ellendale, DE?
The average rate for Ellendale, DE babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 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 Ellendale, DE?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ellendale, 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.