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Jennifer U.

Wilmington, NC

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been a full time parent to my stepson, foster daughter and my own two children for the past 28 yrs. Along with being a night nurse for 28 years specializing in premature multiple birth infant care, up to quads. I have primarily worked the overnight shift, Aiding first time parents for the first few months that they are...

Jennifer E. says "Jen was awesome. She was great with my son, who needs a lot of attention. I hate that we have to move or I would have held on to her for as long as...

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Jennifer J.

Part-Time Nanny Or Babysitter Available Now

Wilmington, NC

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! I am seeking a fulfilling position providing care for children, ages birth to 14 years old. I am a married mother of three sons (ages 18, 23, and a stepson age 24) as well as four daughters (ages 4, 5, 6, and 7). I have seven years of experience working in a developmental day school setting for children ages 6 weeks to 5...

Dan J. says "We have never done Care.com outside of Where we live and was nervous. But Jennifer was wonderful.. she made sure to talk to us before we arrived and wanted...

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Kaylee E.

Wilmington, NC

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Kaylee a 25-year-old looking for a part time/ full time nanny gig in Wilmington. I have 2 1/2 years of experience working at a preschool, 2 1/2 as a nanny and many more of babysitting. I provide service for all ages. I've worked in an infante room, as a 2-year-old teacher and watched ages up to 11yo. I am CPR/first aid...

Kim B. says "Kaylee and Kellie watched 8 kids and did a phenomenal job! They followed the timelines of when each kid needed to eat and nap, and fed them their plates of...

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Merritt H.

Wilmington, NC

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I am from Wilmington, North Carolina, and I have recently moved back home from New York City where I lived for 4 years! I have been babysitting since I was 13, and love children. I am a very responsible, kind, caring, and loving young woman who just would love to babysit part time!

Stuart C. says "Merritt is the most kind, nicest person I know who gets along with everyone. Her sweet nature and strong personality make her loved and welcomed by...

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Zainab M.

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Looking For Full-Time

Wilmington, NC

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi Families! My name is Zainab and I absolutely love caring for newborns and children! I am a home body and time to time I love to travel and spending time in nature. My favorite hobbies are praying, crafting with paint or scrapbooking, reading, swimming at the beach, eating wonderful desserts and traveling. I come from a...

Helen T. says "she is so fun and conversational..on time and even early. we are so happy!"

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Georgia W.

Fun And Crafty Babysitter

Wilmington, NC

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have three years of experience babysitting and carpooling for families, and I am just moving to the area, so I need new clients! I'm currently a part time student studying biology at UNCW and miss my kiddos I sit for back home in Raleigh. I have a car and would be glad to help out with transportation, as I am only on campus...

Care Member says "Georgia has watched our 3 young kids for over a year and they absolutely adore her. She is patient, kind, and relaxed with them. She is also very quick...

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Anne W.

Nanny, Babysitter

Wilmington, NC

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
Over the past 3 years I have been caring for mostly infants and toddlers. I'm a caring sitter who can keep your loved ones safe, happy and in a good routine. I am Mimi to my two young granddaughters (age 1 and 2 1/2) and a loving mother of three adult sons. I have been babysitting for many families with children between birth...

Kelly W. says "Anne is an amazing caretaker. She is always on time (usually just a few mins early which is so helpful!). She takes such good care of my baby. She writes...

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Nina H.

Loving Experienced Mom

Wilmington, NC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am the mother of 4 girls (ages 19, 25, 26, and 27. After college, I worked in a unique group home for special needs children. My experience working with mentally and physically disabled children provided me with extensive knowledge of the physical, cognitive, and psycho-social health of children. My roles included staffing,...

Kara D. says "Nina began caring for our baby girl when she was about 11 weeks old, and has been absolutely wonderful. She is incredibly warm and kind, and our little...

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Christopher B.

Dedicated Stay-at-Home Dad With Hands-On Parenting Experience And A Professional Background

Wilmington, NC

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$20/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Chris, and I'm a dedicated stay-at-home dad to my daughter, born in August 2024. I left my career in accounting, where I earned a master's degree, to focus on raising her while my wife, an optometrist, continues her work in eye care. Parenting full-time has given me invaluable experience in nurturing,...
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Hope C.

Stay At Home Mom With Spare Hands To Help

Wilmington, NC

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
Hello! My name is Hope and I'm a mom to a 4. 5 y/o boy. I love children and now that he's in school, I'd be happy to help with yours! My son has disabilities, so I'm comfortable caring for kiddos with those. You deserve a reliable, mature, engaged person to help with your home and children, and I'd be honored to be it!
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Meredith P.

Wilmington, NC

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
travel
I recently resigned from New Hanover County schools where I have been teaching Kindergarten or 1st grade for 12 years. I do love working with kids and truly enjoy their perspectives on life. I also enjoy working with people to help get their lives flowing in a positive way. My philosophy is that it starts at home. If the you...
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Shalyn M.

Part-Time/Full-Time Nanny

Wilmington, NC

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am 24 years old and a Registered Nurse looking to fill in time on my days off. I am happy to help with children of all ages! I am comfortable with pets and willing to do light household chores, as well. I have my own transportation, a reliable and safe vehicle if it needed to be used to transport your little ones. I have over...
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Katherine K.

Wilmington, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Katherine, and I was born and raised in Wilmington, home schooled through grade school and high school until I began dual enrollment at CFCC, and graduated from UNCW with a bachelor's in creative writing and publishing. I'm family oriented, love literature, music, photography, arts and crafts, all pets, sports, and the...
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Alicia P.

Wilmington, NC

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$19/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
Hi. I love kids and helping elderly people. Random acts of kindness are a daily occurrence from me. I enjoy outdoors , crafts, movies , travelling Adult care - I grew up in private nursing home since third grade. Continued to do elder care till this day. Bathing, meals, laundry, driving to appointments, I also have been a...
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Maggie C.

Wilmington, NC

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am a college student home for the summer with open availability and a love for kids! I have experience with kids ages 3-14 and have worked in a daycare for 2 years!
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Amanda W.

Wilmington, NC

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I've spent the past 5 years working with children ages 1 to 11. I'm comfortable caring for up to three kids at a time, and I truly love creating fun, engaging experiences tailored to their age and interests. Whether it's playing ninjas in a pillow fort or turning a backyard into a jungle for hide and go seek, I enjoy fostering...
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Ashley S.

18 Year Old Experienced Babysitter, Has License And Car

Wilmington, NC

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I grew up in a big family with two younger siblings and dozens of cousins. I've been around kids of all ages my entire life and started babysitting regularly at age 13, and have cared for children ages newborn-14 since then. I'm especially good with babies and nannied for a baby girl at home, and I used to babysit infant...
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Janelle E.

Wilmington, NC

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I am a compassionate and hardworking college student looking for part time flexible work hours in a safe/comfortable environment. I have over 6 years of experience working in nursing homes, home care, and childcare. I really connect with older individuals, toddlers, and those with cognitive disabilities (like dementia, autism,...
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Lauren H.

Wilmington, NC

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$16/hr
18 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Lauren "Angelica" . I've always felt a deep passion for nurturing the growth and development of young minds. With over two decades of childcare experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of various ages, from infants to school-aged kids. My journey began in high school, providing babysitting...
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Christine J.

Caring Mother Looking To Help Other Families!

Wilmington, NC

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$19/hr
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
31-year-old mother of 3 boys ages 12, 9 and 1. 5, looking to help other families take care of their children! 2 years of course work in social work and working towards my masters in child and adolescent psychology. Love being outside, and love doing arts and crafts! I have alot of patience and home school my children and willing...
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  • 86 in home child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.86/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated in home child care is 5.0

Recent in home child care reviews from local parents in Wilmington, NC

In Home Child Care in Wilmington, NC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 86 listed in home child care

Jennifer U.

Jen was awesome. She was great with my son, who needs a lot of attention. I hate that we have to move or I would have held on to her for...

- Jennifer E.

Jennifer J.

We have never done Care.com outside of Where we live and was nervous. But Jennifer was wonderful.. she made sure to talk to us before we...

- Dan J.

Kaylee E.

Kaylee and Kellie watched 8 kids and did a phenomenal job! They followed the timelines of when each kid needed to eat and nap, and fed them...

- Kim B.

FAQs for finding in-home child care in Wilmington, NC

Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Wilmington, NC. There are 86 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.

What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of June, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $16.86 for in-home child care providers near you in Wilmington, NC.

You can compare 86 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.

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