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Kelly M.

Fun Sitter Or House Cleaner :)

Dover, DE

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Kelly . I am a very positive, energetic and caring person. I have had 10 years of experience in child care and 5 years of experience as an elementary school teacher. I have taught every grade from Kindergarten through fourth. Therefore, I am good with children of all ages. I am very good with children and love...
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Naomi

Dover, DE

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$24/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
Hello! My name is Noami I'm a certified childcare teacher and postpartum doula! l I love working with kids and have been for over 10 years! I'm more than happy to provide references! I have worked with kids from a professional standpoint in different fields from babysitting, postpartum care, nanny care, overnight care, and...
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Fun And Active Sitter

Dover, DE

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I am good in math and science and can help out with homework assignments . I can also make breakfast, light lunches, and dinner for the children. I can also help out by taking children to any after school activities such as piano lessons,...
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Dover, DE

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$36/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I am CPR and first aid certified. I'd be happy to help with any other task like grocery shopping, laundry, cooking, and light house keeping. I also am not opposed to assisting in any...
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$18/hr
4 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for supporting families and their children. My journey in childcare began through previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of nurturing and supporting the development of young minds. As a patient and calm individual, I prioritize creating a safe and...
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Dover, DE

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
I have been nannying for many years and can provide excellent references. Before I had my first child, I worked with 2 houses, one with 2 children and one with 4 children. I worked up until I had my daughter and took some time off but love working with children and I am looking for a new family in need of a personable and loving...
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Certified Dementia Practitioner

Dover, DE

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$19/hr
9 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
Experienced in providing support and care for children and adults with special needs, fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment tailored to their unique requirements.
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Part Time Caregiver/nanny

Dover, DE

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have a my bachelors in elementary education with a minor in special education. I have personal experience being a caretaker of a nonverbal sibling with exceptional needs. I have professional experience as a third grade teacher, fourth grade teacher, before school & after school care, have worked at a daycare with children...
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About Me!

Dover, DE

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I like working with kids because watching them grow and learn is such a magical experience! The difference one year makes in a child's education is amazing and beautiful I'm looking for a job where I can be the most helpful in any capacity I can! Whether that's taking care of kids, doing chores, or watching pets! I started...
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Dover, DE

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$10/hr
20 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
As a dedicated childcare provider with 20 years of experience, my passion lies in nurturing children's growth and development. My journey into caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my aptitude for supporting families and providing reliable care. My calm and patient nature, coupled with my firm...
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Babysitter Available

Dover, DE

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
Babysitting or even just volunteering to watch children was something that I always enjoyed growing up, even when I was still a lot younger. Unfortunately, I don't have a college degree towards childcare yet but I'm aiming to get there. I have been CPR certified in a babysitting class and also while I was recently just in the...
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Dover, DE

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
meal prep
Hi My name is Jada!!! I am 21 years old. I am currently working on my bachelors at Delaware State University and I am also employed at Bayhealth medical center where I work as a licensed certified nursing assistant. I have 7 years of experience with child care. I am certified in CPR first aid and early child education. I can...
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I Love Kids And They Seem Drawn To Me.

Dover, DE

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I enjoy doing activities with the children I care for. I like to get to know them and take part in the activities they enjoy. I take my responsibility caring for children very seriously.
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Indeyia D.'s Photo

Dover, DE

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$15/hr
I'm a mom myself I love kids! Very experienced been babysitting since I was 11, had my son at 19 I am very hands on good with any age group of kids!
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Dover, DE

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Sacha and I am a 20-year-old accounting undergraduate student at Salisbury University. I am living near Dover for the summer and would love the opportunity to care of your little ones. I went to Caesar Rodney High school and played volleyball for Salisbury University. I have had amazing experiences babysitting...
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Child care centers in Dover, DE

Early Dover Learning Center

1012 S Governors Ave Dover, DE

Child care
Preschool
Early Dover Learning Center is a place where children have fun, grow, and learn. It is a place where childhood is respected and honored and where every child is treated with dignity. They establish a trusting relationship with the parents and give children the possible care.
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Munchkinland Daycare

398 David Hall Rd Dover, DE

Child care
Munchkinland Daycare offers a warm and secure environment promoting the fullest possible development of the whole child. The center's goal of educating children is to provide them with a foundation of competence and confidence to function independently throughout their lives.
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Child care
Preschool
Dover Educational & Community Center Inc in Dover, Delaware, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from infant to school age that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop the...
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Day Campbell's Care

86 Lingo Dr Dover, DE

Child care
Day Campbell's Care provides childcare programs to the community of Dover, DE. The programs are designed to allow each child to discover more about themselves and their world around them. The center presents a variety of play experiences promoting motor coordination.
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Shanay's Kids

403 E Loockerman St Dover, DE

Child care
Shanay's Kids is an establishment situated in Dover, DE that is providing services for the students in the community. This child care organization currently admits young children in the surrounding neighborhood ranging from infants to school-age. This child care started their operations in the year 2003 and is now having a...
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  • 107 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.32/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.2

FAQs for finding child care near you in Dover, DE

Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $17.32 per hour as of January 2026. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.

Care.com currently has 75 child care providers near you in Dover, DE. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Dover, DE and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Dover, DE that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.

You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Dover, DE, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Dover, DE and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.

Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.

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