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Louann W.

Millsboro, DE

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I'm a Compassionate, loyal, trustworthy, loving mother of 3 grown children and 4 grandchildren. I'm a mature 51 yr old women looking for part time/ full time M-F positions taking care of children or senior's. I'm also a experienced childcare provider. I had my own daycare for many years and worked for a Montessori school for 8...

Guy S. says "She is great with kids! She watches my newborn whenever me and the Mrs. need a night out and she always knows exactly what to do and there's never an issue."

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Mary B.

Weekend Babysitter Available

Frankford, DE

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have raised three lovely girls and now they are already ages 45, 44, and 32. It was one of the most rewarding things I have done. I now have eight grandchildren that light up my life everyday! I enjoy having children around and enjoy doing crafts, games and reading. I am very energetic and love the outdoors. I enjoy making up...

Darci K. says "We vacationed in Ocean City MD with our 3 year old twin boys. We found Mary on care.com for a date night. She was very quick to respond and great with...

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Aritsa G.

I Am Aritsa. I Speak English, French And Haitian Creole. I Cook, Clean, Do Laundry. I Am Vaccinated.

Salisbury, MD

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
My name is Aritsa . I am fluent in English, French, and Haitian Creole. I have been taking care of children for 7 years. I love spending time with kids of all ages, from 0 - 12 years old. I enjoy reading, listening to music, and cooking. Patience, kindness, and positivity are at the core of who I am. I am always punctual,...

Care Member says "She’s amazing! Patient, Reliable, and both my kids love her. "

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Denise G.

Child Care Provider

Millsboro, DE

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I am the mother of 3 beautiful grown daughters and now have 5 grandchildren that I help care for. I was lucky to have been a stay-at-home mom for most of my children's younger years. I have worked for 6 plus families that I've connected with through Care.com and still work for several on a regular basis. I am open to helping...

Blakely B. says "Denise is so great!! She has tons of experience, is always on time, and I really trust her in my home with my baby. She came highly recommended and we...

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Mary Anne I.

Experienced, Patient, Caring, Responsible Babysitter

Millsboro, DE

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
I love working with children - reading to them, talking with them, playing with them, teaching them, and nurturing them. I have home schooled my two children (one of whom has special needs) and have babysat for other people's infants and children since I was a teenager up to now. Currently, the children I am babysitting for...

Claire T. says "Mary Anne has been an amazing nanny for our daughter this year. My daughter was 9 months when Mary Anne started coming by while my wife taught classes at...

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Lydia O.

Fruitland, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I am a special education teacher, RBT in ABA, and experienced caregiver since 2016, dedicated to supporting families. I have experience with the following: Meal prep, house organization, laundry, and newborn care, including overnight support. Nannying: Over six years of experience, providing educational activities, homework...

Christy M. says "I can't say enough about Lydia! She nannies for me on Tuesdays and Thursdays for my 9-month-old and my three-year-old. This was my first time using...

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Rachel N.

Part-Time Babysitter And/Or Pet Sitter Available

Millsboro, DE

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a 31-year-old college graduate. I have two Associates in Arts and a Bachelors of Arts as well. I have been working with children since 2005. I babysit occasionally for a range of ages from 3 months to 14 years old. I am very well equipped to work with numerous children at the same time. I was licensed by the Red...

Mary M. says "Rachel is AMAZING! she has watched my two boys many many times and we have such piece of mind with Rachel. My 3 1/2 year old is autistic and Rachel is so...

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Lauren W.

Selbyville, DE

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as spunky, energetic and memorable. I like working with kids because I am a kid at heart. I started working with kids when I was 14 years old as a summer camp counselor. In my spare time, I like to go to the beach. One thing you should know about me is that I will treat your child/ children as if...

Care Member says "We had Lauren watch our two year old boy for an evening out and from the moment she walked in we knew we had hit the jackpot. She came over with the...

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Amanda M.

Positive Babysitter With Childcare Development Certifications And An Open Schedule.

Willards, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been expanding my knowledge in and love for childcare since I was a young girl helping to raise my little brother. I went on to study childcare/development in high school and continued to nanny ever since. I love working with kids! I feel privileged to watch their skills develop, help them learn, and build confidence. Fun...

Care Member says "My granddaughter’s mother hired Amanda . I got to know Amanda and saw how great she was was my granddaughter. I took her to Amanda frequently and my...

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Deanna D.

Elementary School Teacher

Millsboro, DE

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Dee and I am excited for the opportunity to work for your family. I am a mother of two grown children and I have been a teacher in the NJ public school system for the past 19 years. I also have my Early Childhood Administration Certificate and an Infant and Toddler Speciality Certificate through the State of...

Pooja B. says "Wonderful care giver! We were new to the area and needed help right away, Dee was there when we needed her. We had an infant at the time but she was so...

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Sydnie M.

Babysitter

Salisbury, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, I am 28 years old. I have 4 brothers and no sisters. I've been in the horse world for about 10 years and in the babysitting/nanny world since I was 14. I've worked in a lot of different job fields but I love kids! My dream since I was young has been to be a teacher or run a daycare. I have a 5-year-old daughter who is...

Erica W. says "Sydnie has done a fantastic job with our two boys, ages 5 and 7. She was very understanding of our schedule and kept up with the energy level of the boys,...

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Supicha N.

My Name Is Supicha I Love To Take Care A Kids.

Millsboro, DE

4.6(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Supicha. I'm from Thailand and I'm a responsible, caring babysitter with of 6 years included tutors 3 years of experience working with children of all ages. I'm reliable, patient, and always make sure kids are safe, happy, and having fun. I can help with things like homework, meals, bedtime routines, and keeping...

Care Member says "Supicha dida great job engaging our 2.5-yr-old! We were in town for vacation and she immediately got him to warm up to her, and she kept up with his...

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Candace R.

Love Children And Dogs

Salisbury, MD

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I graduated high school with my pathway in Early Childhood. I have an associate's degree in communications. I currently work full time at a private daycare and have experience with different age groups as well. I was at one point CPR certified it did expire I am planning on getting it renewed. I have NEVER had to perform CPR. I...

Jay S. says "Candace is a wonderful babysitter. Our kids ages 3 and 5 had a great time with her. She is dependable, follows directions, and engages the kids in fun...

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Nancy B.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Millsboro, DE

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Babysitting for children. Prepare healthy meals. Perform light housework. Lead children in fun activities. CPR/AED and first aid certified. I am also a Certified Caregiver and a Certified Professional Housekeeper. I am an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, group fitness instructor, and personal trainer. I am a non-smoker. I...
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Veronica B.

My Child Care Services

Georgetown, DE

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
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,...

Sid V. says "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...

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Sharon S.

Experienced Eastern Shore Babysitter, Available Part-Time And Overnight

Willards, MD

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I am the grandma type child care provider! I am 53 years young. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and 40+years of experience. I will play games, read tons of stories, do arts and crafts, bake, go on outings, etc. I am active and a nonsmoker with my own transportation. I can provide excellent references. I'm available...
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Therese M.

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Selbyville, DE

4.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
I have 6 children of my own. I have 30 nieces and nephews. I am 1 of 13 children. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old. I have taken care of newborns to 15 years old. I have kept my younger sister's babies overnight for a week at a time. My children are grown. Along with having 6 children I have had as many as 6 other...

Joanne K. says "She is great with kids, my daughter loves her and gets very excited when she knows that Stacie is coming over to babysit."

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Maddi C.

Salisbury, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Maddi! I've been working in childcare for 10 years now. I have done babysitting, teaching, and caregiving for kids ages 4 months up to 16 years. I am also able to cook, clean, and take care of pets. I am CPR and first aid certified, so you can be sure that your kids are safe as well as happy! I prioritize hands on...

Taylor T. says "Maddi took care of my cats, fish, and chickens. She did a great job and is very nice. Would recommend to anyone looking for pet care. Thanks Maddi!"

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Michelle L.

Part-Time or Occasional Very Experienced Caregiver

Salisbury, MD

4.7(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have had experience with children for the past 12 years and even before that. I have worked as a daycare teacher for children 2-11 since I was 16. I have babysat ages newborn up through pre-teens since I was 14. One summer I was a nanny for 3 girls ages 6, 7, and 8. I was also a nanny last fall for two babies ages 5 months and...

Susannah F. says "Michelle was wonderful with my daughter and I enjoyed meeting her, too! I highly recommend her and look forward to having her help our family in the...

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Autumn B.

About Me

Salisbury, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
hey! My name is Autumn, I'm 20 and I have alot do experience with kids, the most with toddlers and infants. I started working with kids when I was 14. I was my neighborhoods designated babysitter. My skills include CPR, first aid, and a CMT. I'm very comfortable with pets and doing extra work. I do have my own car and house, I...

Care Member says "Attentive did well with my son. "

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.56/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Laurel, DE

Babysitters in Laurel, DE are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Louann W.

She is great with kids! She watches my newborn whenever me and the Mrs. need a night out and she always knows exactly what to do and there's...

- Guy S.

Mary B.

We vacationed in Ocean City MD with our 3 year old twin boys. We found Mary on care.com for a date night. She was very quick to respond...

- Darci K.

Aritsa G.

She’s amazing! Patient, Reliable, and both my kids love her.

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Laurel, DE:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Laurel, 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 9 babysitters in Laurel, DE on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Laurel, DE babysitters on Care.com is $16.56 per hour as of November 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Laurel, DE through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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