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Micaela O.

Hey! I'm Micaela:)

Ocean View, DE

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! My name is Micaela, and I am a 20-year-old college student living in Bethany Beach for the summer! I am studying Musical Theatre at Wagner College, and am going into my Junior year. I am very passionate about children and pets, beginning babysitting for my neighbors back in Virginia at 12 years old. I have also been dog...
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Linda E.

Ocean View, DE

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
carpooling
Bringing a decade of experience working with children of all ages, I'm passionate about providing families with dependable childcare. My previous babysitting roles inspired me to pursue caregiving, allowing me to positively impact young lives and support parents. I am patient, creative, and approachable. I enjoy playing outdoor...
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Lauren W.

Selbyville, DE

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Mary B.

Weekend Babysitter Available

Frankford, DE

5.0(1)
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$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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Therese M.

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Selbyville, DE

4.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
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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Grace G.

Fun Sitter

Bethany Beach, DE

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$11/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Grace . I just completed my sophomore year of college and will be living in South Bethany for the summer! I have been babysitting since I was 14 and frequently help my cousins with their two 2-year-olds! I love kids and have lot of experience with kids of all ages!
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Maria G.

Dagsboro, DE

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$49/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi I am an energetic, mother . I consider myself very reliable, responsible, and mature. I enjoy working with children. I have worked for many families vacationing I hope can meet and work with your family. I have many reliable references from other families, and will be happy to share them with you. I have my own car and...
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Karissa L.

Dagsboro, DE

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm Karissa, a loving mom to a kindergartner and a 6-month-old, and a Respiratory Therapist with years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm dependable, patient, and truly enjoy helping kids learn, play, and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. I understand how important trust and consistency are for families...
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Emily S.

Friendly And Warm-hearted Sitter

Selbyville, DE

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Emily. I graduated from the University of South Florida in May 2024. I was on the All-Girl Cheerleading team there, and my major was exercise science. I am currently a Doctor of Physical Therapy student at the University of Delaware, hoping to work in pediatrics once I graduate!! I have 5 years of experience...
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Cara M.

Fenwick Island, DE

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
I have no real experience babysitting but I am a Mom of a grown adult daughter who is now 26yo. I have nieces that I have watched in the past. I think the best experience I can offer is that I am a Mom. She is a graduate of Stetson University and ACU. I have pets and most recently out of a relationship where he gave up his...
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Alaura S.

Bethany Beach, DE

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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi I'm Alaura I'm 21 years old. I'm a calm person but I am bubbly, and charismatic. I can keep up with kids. I like working with children because I want my own one day and I think being around them is rewarding. I was always looking after my younger family members and babysitting my cousins. In my spare time, I like to write. I...
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Adriana D.

nanny

Selbyville, DE

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$24/hr
7 years experience
Nurturing children and watching them blossom is truly rewarding. My passion for childcare stems from years of positive babysitting experiences and a genuine desire to positively impact young lives. For seven years, I've cared for children aged newborn to pre-teen, and I'm comfortable with up to three children at a time. I am...
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Jennifer A.

Still Young Enough To Keep Up :)

Selbyville, DE

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Mom of 3 boys, 13, 21, and 24. I began babysitting at the age of 14. I have experience as an educator & in childcare. Once the youngest entered school, I began working in the school. I've worked as a Kindergarten Assistant teacher 2 years and Preschool before that in Maryland. I more recently attended Delaware Tech. for my Para...
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Maryka M.

Frankford, DE

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$8/hr
3 years experience
As a caregiver with three years of experience, my passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. My patient, calm, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children of various age groups, from infants to...
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Eliza B.

Dagsboro, DE

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! My name is Eliza and I currently work as a Behavior Technician for children diagnosed with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and am CPR/AED certified. On a daily basis, I work with clients ranging from 2-17 years of age. On top of my current occupation and past babysitting jobs, I have experience teaching in a classroom and...
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Allison S.

Babysitter/caregiver Available

Selbyville, DE

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I have babysat all throughout high school and am very responsible with watching and caring for children.
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Kaleigh P.

Summer Sitter!

Bethany Beach, DE

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! My name is Kaleigh and I am a student in the Occupational Therapy Doctorate program at the University of Pittsburgh. I'll be in Bethany Beach between June and August for my program's summer break! As an occupational therapy student, I have a passion for helping others engage in activities and roles that are important to...
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Emely M.

Music Teacher And Lively Soul

Berlin, MD

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 10+ years of experience, including children aging from 2 weeks- 14 years old. I can help with Travel and Errands as needed. As a music teacher, I love creating crafts and differentiated ways of having fun and learning. Many of my friends and family describe me as an old soul with lots of energy. I have a decent amount of...

Care Member says "Emely did a great job taking care of our girls! It was great to have a night out with friends while at the beach knowing our girls were being safely...

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Sarah K.

Lewes, DE

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Sarah! Thank you for looking at my profile. I am currently only able to help no more than 15hr/week. I am a well-rounded caregiver who has experience with all ages (infancy-pre-teen). My experience ranges from volunteer work in a daycare to full-time nanny. I am creative, passionate, and energetic. I am CPR,...

Angela W. says "Sarah is absolutely wonderful with my daughter! She is engaging with her and intuitive to her needs. We loved having her as our girl's nanny. If you are...

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Susan V.

Responsible Babysitter

Lewes, DE

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Responsible babysitter with experience caring for children during weekdays and evenings, skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities, while demonstrating priority in children s safety and well-being. Trusted by parents, with mutual loving affection for all cared children. Cleaned and organized house whenever...

Antonia D. says "Susan has taken care of our son for the past 3 years (from 6 months old) and has become part of the family. She is warm, caring, and trustworthy. She...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ocean View, DE

Babysitters in Ocean View, DE are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Lauren W.

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...

- Care member

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.

Therese M.

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

- Joanne K.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ocean View, DE:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ocean View, 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 2 babysitters in Ocean View, 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.

The average rate for Ocean View, DE babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 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 Ocean View, 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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