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Hello! I'm a college student who loves kids! I have experience caring for children of all ages; I've been babysitting for the past 4 years. I'm looking to find a family looking for a fun nanny/sitter. My college has changed to a remote model, so I'm looking for a job while I remain in Wilmington for online classes. I will return...
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Katherine and I'm currently a part-time college student and medical assistant. I have gained my experience in childcare from working at two daycare facilities and babysitting for over 6 years. I also have certifications in CCMA, BLS, CPR, and Infections Control and Barrier Precautions. My skills and experience...
Katherine can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We loved Kat! She was always so good with our two kids. Her communication was awesome, she was always on time and the kids really loved having her. We highly recommend her."
Erika K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a naturally warmhearted and enjoy caring for children of all ages. I understand the importance of providing a safe and caring environment for your child. I am currently employed as a full-time nanny for a wonderful 14-month-old. The child is starting part time daycare in January. I will be available 7:30 to 4:00 p.m....
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"We all loved Patty so much. She was great with the baby. My husband got laid off so he is now home with the kids and all is well. We highly recommend her."
Margo Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a third year at Northeastern University in Boston. I'm studying Neuroscience and Art, and I love working with kids. I have experience caring for children from 6 months to early teens, and I have tutoring experience through elementary and middle school levels in math, English, and history. I have experience working with...
5.0
"Maddy has been an amazing help to our family! Both kids absolutely love her and have had a blast with her. She is very communicative, punctual, and above all, very sweet to the kids. She got into our routine incredibly smoothly and just made everything so easy. Our...
Ryan G.
Julia B.
Wilmington, DE
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Passionate Caregiver, Teacher And Behavioral Therapist (part Time & Occasional Work Only)
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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...
5.0
"She is great. whit my daughter. she understands her needs she Julia very patient whit her. She's vary nice. Highly recommended"
Jeanette D.
5.0
(1)
I have been surrounded by children my whole life and love working with them! I am an Early Education major and hold a teachers assistant position at a nursery school.
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kayla has helped me with my now 3-year-old and 1-year-old in NYC and NJ since my oldest was a baby.
What I really enjoyed about Kayla was her following my parenting style. I never saw her disrespect that. And I never saw her use her personal phone, either.
Kayla...
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5.0
(1)
Hello!
I am a Business student at Salem Community College. I was previously a Fashion and Business Major at Montclair state University. My main area of expertise is math and writing. I am very good with children. I have experience as a nanny and helping prepare children for preschool and kindergarten. I am very reliable. I am...
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Lily. I am currently a Junior in college at West Chester University. As we all know, college can be expensive, and I am looking to earn a little extra cash while on campus as I am also on the track team, and it is hard for me to have a full-time job. Over these past five years, I have had a dog and walk him often,...
Lily can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lily was fantastic with my toddler (1.5 years old)! She was polite, patient, responsible and always on time. She would take the baby to the nearby park, play with her, read to her, and feed her. I would hire her again any time. Thanks, Lily!"
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Amanda A.
Marcus Hook, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Amanda,
I'm a very hard energetic worker. I love working with children it's a passion of mine. I love getting children ready and meeting the criteria they need for school. I am a very crafty person and love making arts and crafts with the children, I love teaching children age appropriate activities. I also...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Amanda is an amazing care giver . Our daughter is mentally and physically challenged and Amanda and her get along great. She is very attentive and reliable . "
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5.0
(5)
I love kids and getting involved in what kids are doing - playing house, a backyard frog hunt, helping babies learn to walk, and cuddling sleepy newborns are a few of those activities.
I'm a University of Delaware graduate and former social worker.
Details:
-17 years of experience with infants and toddlers.
-Sweet spot for...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leah was a wonderful addition to our family for 15 months, tending to, nurturing, and loving our twin girls. Her knowledge about babies and children is impeccable. She’s was respectful of our home, and our routines; always leaving the home in better condition than...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone!, my name is Candice and I am in my first year of college. My major is human Services as I love to help people. I am into drama and theater and occasionally sports and I love board games. I have worked with many families through references. I have watched over two siblings, girl(4) and boy(2). Then I have watched...
Candice can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Candice was wonderful with my 3 year old. She was playful, energetic, and engaging and my son was all smiles for the rest of the day."
Kia L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Hunter and I recently graduated from West Chester University with honors and a degree in Chemistry and minors in Biology and Communications in May. I have experience with ages 3 months to 16 years, and am happy to provide age-specific references! I regularly babysit for many families, including a family with...
Hunter can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"Hunter is an amazing babysitter! We enjoy having her over to watch our kids, she is dependable, fun, and sweet. Thanks for being a good addition to our family! :)"
Jenifer P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Emma! I have been babysitting as long as I can remember, been a nanny for 5 years and nannied with one family for the last 4! In the last 4 years I cared for two infants, and two toddlers growing into school age kids. I love nurturing children's natural tendency to learn through play. Spending time outside is one of...
Emma can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Cyndy and I am a young-at-heart grandmother of a 17-year-old boy. I have two grown children who live out of state which leaves me with some time on my hands.
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Cynthia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Hello, My name is Stefanie F.. Miss Cyndy as we know her helped care for our boys for almost 6 years. She first started with us when we had 2 baby boys and she grew with us as a family of four boys. She has cared for our kids ranging from infancy to young children...
Stefanie F.
Hailee S.
Wilmington, DE
$26/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Hailee can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I was a stay-at-home mom and have babysat for family and friends for more than 10 years. I volunteered as a babysitter at my church for a year and was placed with babies 0-2 years old. I am a native Spanish speaker and I'm conversational in English. My services include Spanish tutoring, home organizing, nannying, driving, and/or...
Mirla can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Mirla has been babysitting our sons for over six months and they loved her, She provides a fun and caring environment, We value her dedication and experience and would highly recommend her for your child. "
Luatany S.
5.0
(6)
I have been caring for elderly clients for over 18 years as an independent business owner. I bring a high level of compassion and respect to my clients. The list of services provided continue to grow based on client needs. Truly wonderful friendships have developed from my work and I feel that I can make a difference in a...
Beth can also help with: Visiting physician, home modification, hospice services, personal care, dementia
5.0
"My siblings and I hired Beth in August of 2019.
At that time, we were in need of someone to assist our elderly father in his own home for a couple of hours a day, several days a week. Our needs were specific, mainly driving him on small errands, (which included...
Annette M.
Rachel E.
Wilmington, DE
$23-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Rachel, a recent college graduate with a Biology/Pre-med major. I hold CPR certification and possess a Home Health Aide License. Caring for children has been a lifelong passion, including experience with autism. I have child abuse clearance. I also have my own vehicle and prioritize effective communication, ensuring...
5.0
"Rachel is very exciting with tons of energy as a young adult! She is a great example for the children with a very good heart! "
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Amaya F.
Wilmington, DE
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
College Grad, +4 Years Of Nannying Experience & Memory Creator!
5.0
(13)
Hired by 28 families in your neighborhood
A former nanny, varsity , a bilingual Sociology major with a concentration in community action and planning, class Vice President, and holder of many other leadership positions. In my free time, I enjoy reading, travel, exercise, attending shows, trying new restaurants, and spending time with friends, family, and my adorable...
Amaya can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amaya did a great job at easing our worries about leaving our kids with a babysitter for the first time. The kids warmed to her instantly and can't wait for her to come back! "
Ashley K.
Shannon M.
Glen Mills, PA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
College Graduate Looking For Full Time Or Part Time Jobs!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a responsible college graduate looking for part time or full time positions! I have been babysitting since high school and have cared for many children of all ages. I have tutoring experience and would be a great help with online learning!
Shannon can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shannon served as our children's Nanny for four months. During that time she was incredible. She was always punctual, kind, respectful and a great listener. Most importantly of all, she was phenomenal with our kids, you could tell she really cared for them and...
Alicia H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Rockland, DE
Katherine P.
5.0
We loved Kat! She was always so good with our two kids. Her communication was awesome, she was always on time and the kids really loved having her. We highly recommend her.
- Erika K.
Patricia S.
5.0
This is my first experience in needing childcare. Although I was sad, Patty was wonderful. She was kind, cheerful and playful. My 2 1/2 year old son had a fine time with her. They were dancing, coloring & playing with toys. We will definitely ask Patty to look after my son again.
- Karyee L.
Madalon H.
5.0
Maddy has been an amazing help to our family! Both kids absolutely love her and have had a blast with her. She is very communicative, punctual, and above all, very sweet to the kids. She got into our routine incredibly smoothly and just made everything so easy. Our only regret is that she was only...
- Ryan G.
Julia B.
5.0
Julia is a wonderful young lady caring for our 17 year old special needs daughter. She is responsible, caring and supportive to our daughter's needs. We are grateful to find her.
- Betsy N.
Kayla S.
5.0
Kayla has helped me with my now 3-year-old and 1-year-old in NYC and NJ since my oldest was a baby.
What I really enjoyed about Kayla was her following my parenting style. I never saw her disrespect that. And I never saw her use her personal phone, either.
Kayla was not only in the moment with my...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Rockland, DE:
How can I find a Rockland babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Rockland, 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 Rockland, 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 Rockland, DE?
The average rate for Rockland, DE babysitters on Care.com is $12.00 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 Rockland, DE?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Rockland, 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.