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125 babysitters are listed in Newark, DE
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Newark, DE
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'd love the chance to work for you. Here is a bit about me:
I am 24 years old and recently moved here from Central PA to be closer to my 1-year-old nephew. I went to the University of Delaware for Animal Science, but since graduating have gravitated toward botany and scientific illustration. I have a new job at a local...
Gillian can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gillian was great with our son. Doing crafts, playing outside, and board games. She is always on time, and has great communication. She's part of the family."
Jessica D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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...
Dana can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"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 assigned tasks above and beyond expectations. I recommend Dana without hesitation. "
Charles 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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"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 larger groups of children, and she is usually in the center of a crowd of kids who are drawn to her. "
Larisa F.
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:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
Nicole H.
Newark, DE
$20-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Nicole. I am currently perusing a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Currently, I am a performer with Disney Cruise Line. With my contract coming to an end, I am excited to get back in caregiving. I have been babysitting and nannying for about 8 years. I love kids of all ages and enjoy keeping them entertained by...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole is amazing. My daughter loves hanging out with Nicole. She is friendly and really spends quality time with my daughter. I highly recommend Nicole."
Belinda J.
Nadia H.
Newark, DE
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Nadia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Nadia did an excellent job! My kids loved her and she was an excellent communicator!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
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...
Cynthia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"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 Disorder. Cyndi was very patient and kind with both children. We would definitely recommend her for sure."
Tara C.
Ella W.
Newark, DE
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Ella can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 :)"
Kathryn C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a reading specialist in a Delaware school district. I have been teaching for 9 years, and have been a reading specialist for 3 years. I graduated with my Masters in reading from Wilmington University in 2016. I received my Bachelor's degree in December 2012, in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I truly...
Diondra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Diondra is a great caregiver. She was hired to drop off and pick up kids after camp as well as sit with them until we got home. She is punctual, respectful, dependable and hit it off great with the kids. Added bonus is that she is a teacher and assisted with...
Rae F.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Erica can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Beyond amazing. They prioritize education and less tablet time! She’s super sweet with the babies and has great experience. "
Care member
Quazinae L.
Newark, DE
$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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...
Quazinae can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 husband’s job if it weren’t for that she still would be helping us with our kids "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hello families,
My name is Amanda, I'm 29 years old, looking for a full/part time nanny position starting any time!
Back in 2021, I moved to USA as an au pair to work with 3 kids in the suburbs of Philadelphia, but I've been working with kids since 2017 which helped me pay my college degree as a lawyer. Since then, I've been...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amanda is amazing! She was our nanny for 1 year before our daughter went to daycare. She is so caring and kind and incredibly responsible and trustworthy. We continue to leverage her as a babysitter because we miss her so much! Highly recommend to anyone looking...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I have been working with children for more than 20 years and I love reading, playing board games and working on desired goals to be met. I am currently working full-time for the Department of Education remotely. I have experience working with children with general and special needs. I have primarily worked with children...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was really nice and our daughter liked her a lot."
Jordan W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have taken care of Preemie s, Newborns, Toddlers and Early school age. To me the children are the future and when children are cared for in a loving manner they turn out to be well rounded adults that can show and give love. Thru my positive methods of teaching and redirecting negative behaviors we can have a generation of...
Daphne can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"She is awesome. She treats your child like it was her own. She is very patient, loving and attentive. She rocks! Highly recommended her!"
Care member
I've taken care of my younger cousins and when I was in high school I worked with preschool and elementary age children and really enjoyed it!
Julien can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
I worked at a daycare for about 4 years while in high school, and taught mainly in the infant and toddler rooms. In the daycare, I was responsible for caring for the needs of up to 8 infants or toddlers at a time. I am very experienced in working with small children, especially babies. I also have a 12-year-old brother so I am...
Makenzie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
I have around 8 years of childcare experience. During the summer I work at The Goddard School of Hockessin. I previously worked as a Dance Teacher with children ages 2-12. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I am a Junior at Marist College majoring in Social Work with a minor in Spanish. Please do not hesitate to reach out with...
Kennedy can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
I babysat 3 children for 3 years in high school as well as 2 children for the past 2 years. I cook, clean, and help them with their homework. I am also a tutor so I love to help out with schoolwork. I also have my car here to school and would be more than willing to take kids to practices or even pick them up from school.
Riley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello ! I have years of both professional child care employment and private nanny experience. I am comfortable with children of all ages and multiple children at a time. I have traveled with families, domestic and international. Also, I have stayed at home with the kids while parents are on vacation for personal or work trips. I...
Alexandria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Hi there! I'm a proud mom of three wonderful kids, and my journey has taken me from being an EMT for seven years to working as a paraprofessional in an elementary school. I love being around children and helping them grow and learn. I'm looking for evening or weekend work where I can share my nurturing spirit and experience. I'm...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Newark, DE
Gillian K.
5.0
Gillian was great with our son. Doing crafts, playing outside, and board games. She is always on time, and has great communication. She's part of the family.
- Jessica D.
Dana A.
5.0
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 assigned tasks above and beyond expectations. I recommend Dana without hesitation.
- Charles S.
Alyssa K.
5.0
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 larger groups of children, and she is usually in the center of a crowd of kids who are drawn to her.
- Larisa F.
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.
Nicole H.
5.0
Nicole is amazing. My daughter loves hanging out with Nicole. She is friendly and really spends quality time with my daughter. I highly recommend Nicole.
- Belinda J.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Newark, DE:
How can I find a Newark babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Newark, 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 125 babysitters in Newark, DE on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.4. 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 Newark, DE?
The average rate for Newark, DE babysitters on Care.com is $16.83 per hour as of January 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Newark, DE?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Newark, 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.
Ratings for Newark, DE babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Babysitters in Newark, DE are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 33 reviews of the 125 listed babysitters.