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Angelina A.

Nanny

New Castle, DE

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I'm a childcare provider with a decade of experience, motivated by my passion for nurturing the growth of young minds and making a positive impact on their lives. I believe in supporting families by offering reliable care for their children. My approach is grounded in creativity and imagination, and I strive to be a friendly and...
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Jazmine M.

New Castle, DE

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Jazmine! I have years of experience caring for kids of all ages, plus the natural responsibility that comes with being the oldest sibling by over a decade. I recently earned my Associate's Degree in Entrepreneurship and will be continuing my education at Drexel University majoring in Finance this fall 2025. I'm...
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Fantasia H.

Fae

New Castle, DE

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$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Fantasia, and I am a dedicated and nurturing childcare provider with 8 years of experience caring for infants, toddlers, and young children. I am also a certified Postpartum Doula through DONA International, which has deepened my understanding of newborn care and parental support during the crucial early weeks...
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Ticina H.

New Castle, DE

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$20/hr
7 years experience
I've nurtured children of all ages for over seven years, in my time I've worked at a fun center arena for children as well as staff to summer camps and worked my way up from youth lead to counselor to head to now coordinator which I am now in charge of meeting with staff and or parents to help any behavior issues and I'm...
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Alicia V.

Part-time Care Giver

New Castle, DE

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I used to teach children ages 2-5. I also worked at a daycare center.
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Lanta J.

New Castle, DE

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I like working with kids because Working with children ensures each day will be a unique adventure because kids are exciting and unpredictable! Nothing matches the energy of a child's enthusiasm for life and eagerness to learn. I also am a cna and have been a cna for 5 years and have been working in a nursing for 5 years and I...
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Helena E.

Newark, DE

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
I have many years of babysitting experience throughout my life. I graduated from the University of Delaware with a Bachelors in Human Services with a concentration in early childhood development. I obtained several hours of clinical training as well as worked at the University of Delaware Laboratory Preschool. I have had...

Elizabeth D. says "Helena was our nanny for over a year and we will always think of her like family. She started working with us when our daughter was just 12 weeks old...

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Quazinae L.

Newark, DE

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi there, My name is Quazinae I am currently a college student studying Computer Science. I have an amazing 2-year-old son who is being homeschooled. I have been working with children since the age of 10 and professionally for five years. I love providing fun and safe environments for children to happily be themselves. Most of...

Care Member says "My family loves Quazinae she was very responsible, respectful and dependable my son and daughter loved her unfortunately we had to move due to my...

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Jessica H.

One of the Best Jobs Ever

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello Parents! If you haven't heard it thus far, you are wonderful! Parenting is a tough job but you are doing great! My name is Jess. I am a pet mama, gamer, musician, writer and of course keeper of the kiddies. I am your community. Some time ago we heard "it takes a village" but ahhh some of us are still looking for ours. For...

Care Member says "We hired Jess multiple times to care for our toddler and infant baby. She made the kids feel comfortable, fed/played/engaged thoroughly. They loved the...

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Alyssa K.

Experienced Babysitter Looking For After School Nannying Job.

Newark, DE

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Larisa F. says "Alyssa is sweet, cheerful, confident and kind. My children love her and cheer when she's coming to babysit them! I have also observed her watching...

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Cynthia M.

Full Time Caregiver

Newark, DE

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I have been a paid babysitter since I was 12, I'm now 26. I have experience with kids of all ages, newborns included. As well as experience taking care of children with special needs and twins. I am currently nannying for an amazing family with 5 children under 7 (every Thursday and Saturday nights) I have been with them for...

Tara C. says "Cyndi is a fantastic babysitter. She was really great with my 7 year old twin daughters. One has special needs: Down syndrome and Autism Spectrum...

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Gabrielle L.

Fun, Caring Babysitter!

Bear, DE

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Gabi L and I am an incoming 1L at UPenn Law School. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Delaware Honors College with my Bachelor of Arts degree. I majored in political science and minored in history and legal studies. I babysat for three families in 2020 and 2021, and currently have a full time...
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Briana N.

Experienced Nanny

Newark, DE

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
I am so excited to meet you. I'm currently a senior attending University of Delaware for Biological Sciences as well as Family and Human Development and am planning on going into clinicals after I graduate next year. I have been working as a nanny for five years and have worked with children ranging from four weeks to 13 years....

Care Member says "Very nice and organized, my kids loved her & she is so polite and helpful!"

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Dana A.

Full Time Or Part Time Babysitter Or Nanny

Newark, DE

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I had my first job at age 12 babysitting for 5 families in my neighborhood. I have 3 daughters and my youngest is 19 years old and my eldest is almost 26. I have a lot of experience raising children I understand the time, dedication, patience , and love needed to care for someone's needs. I'm a licensed CNA and have spent the...

Charles S. says "We hired Dana as a Nanny for my 13 year old son. She is courteous, punctual, meticulous, hard working, and very efficient. She completes all of her...

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Hailee S.

Wilmington, DE

5.0(0)
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$26/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Hailee I am 27 years old and I have always had a heart for helping people and working with individuals from infancy to geriatric. I am currently going to school to become an occupational therapy assistant, I have been nannying and babysitting since my freshman year of high school. My goal in life is to have a purpose...
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Ella W.

Newark, DE

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Ella and a senior at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia! I'm moving back home to Newark, Delaware in December. I have always loved caring for and playing with children. I have grown up with many younger cousins and babysit them often. For a few years, I volunteered at the Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center in...

Kathryn C. says "Ella is amazing with our kids and puppy! Our kids adore her and she goes above and beyond for them. She is responsible, honest, and very dependable :)"

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Carly C.

Loving And Caring Nanny

Penns Grove, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I do really love taking care of children/child and making memories with. I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your kid or kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having...

Care Member says "Carly was absolutely amazing with my kids! I originally hired her to babysit and help my kids with schoolwork. Both kids are homeschooled and my plan...

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Emma B.

Energetic Sitter And Smile Creator

Newark, DE

3.7(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am recently graduated with a nursing degree from University of Delaware. I am from Nazareth, Pennsylvania. With a kind, gentle, and fun nature, I genuinely adore working with children. I have extensive experience with various age groups, including babies, toddlers, pre-K aged children, school-age kids, and pre-teens....

Tiffany C. says "Emma's great, my kids loved her!"

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Julia B.

Passionate Caregiver, Teacher And Behavioral Therapist (part Time & Occasional Work Only)

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, thank you for looking at my profile! I live in Wilmington, DE. I currently work for Nemours Children's Hospital. My experiences range from coordinator, teacher, behavioral technician & caregiver for various ages, disabilities and backgrounds. I have a younger brother with Autism, a niece and nephew who I love with all my...

Pamela A. says "We hired Julia to watch our 3 children (ages 12, 10 & 3). Julia was great. I found her to be very trustworthy - everything I asked she followed &...

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Erica Y.

Grateful For The Opportunity ..

Newark, DE

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I'm Luna , Throughout my life, I have volunteered at community groups, youth church events, schools, and even charities. I also taught a kindergarten class at a homeschooling center my senior year. Besides living with my 4-year-old stepson, teaching was by far one of the most challenging tasks that I have done yet. Even...

Care Member says "My husband and I provided Erica with a rather unique challenge. She watched our 2 sons ( 1y & 2y). They were highly energetic and required constant...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.46/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.1

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New Castle, DE

Babysitters in New Castle, DE are rated 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Helena E.

Helena was our nanny for over a year and we will always think of her like family. She started working with us when our daughter was just 12...

- Elizabeth D.

Quazinae L.

My family loves Quazinae she was very responsible, respectful and dependable my son and daughter loved her unfortunately we had to move due...

- Care member

Jessica H.

We hired Jess multiple times to care for our toddler and infant baby. She made the kids feel comfortable, fed/played/engaged thoroughly....

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in New Castle, DE:

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 26 babysitters in New Castle, DE on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.1. 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 New Castle, DE babysitters on Care.com is $18.46 per hour as of July 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 New Castle, 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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