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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a passionate, motivated, and experienced child care provider based in Hockessin. I love getting to know kids, fostering their interests, and helping them be their best self. I have experience with infants to pre-teens, and I love working with any age!
I have 10+ years of experience with individuals with special needs,...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Cyndi was a temporary nanny for us from Feb to May of 2019. She watched our infant son from age 4-8 months full-time. Always punctual, which was critical. Anytime she needed to slightly adjust, her communication was top-notch. She was also very accommodating when...
Matthew G.
Sharon B.
Wilmington, DE
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Infant Caregiver Available - Wilmington, DE
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Sharon. I am interested in a part-time nanny position in the North Wilmington area. I am happily working for a wonderful family Tues. & Wed. days and serve as a Music Director on Sundays. So I am most interested in Monday and/or Friday hours at this time. I understand this is very limited availability, but I'm...
Sharon can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sharon is an excellent caregiver for our baby boy. We trust her completely. It provides us with a sense of comfort to know that when we cannot be with our boy that Sharon is caring for him so well."
David H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to consider me. Here are a few things about myself and how I got into the childcare business.
The question of what our purpose in life is, is something we have all asked ourselves. I was fortunate enough to realize since an early age my passion and purpose to nurture and to teach children....
Ivy can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Ivy worked with our family for about a year caring for our son from the age of approximately 4 months. Ivy is dependable, proactive and caring. After getting into the groove with our family, she began to handle chores around the house without being asked. Our son...
Daniel D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Elise and I'm currently available for date night/weekend babysitting. I nanny part time during the spring, but am always open to new weekend sitting! I'm currently a senior at the University of Delaware, and will be starting grad school at UD in the fall.
I adore kids and love to spend time caring for them...
Elise can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elise was great! Both my 9 y.o. son and 7 y.o. daughter said she was awesome and they had fun with her! She played with them and came up with good ideas to keep them entertained. She is reliable and shows up on time too! And she put up with our barking dog. I would...
Christina H.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love children and have experience working with ages infant to teens. I have lots of energy and creativity. I have worked in day care, been a nanny, church nursery duties and many weekends babysitting! I went to Del tech for a year and studied Early Childhood Education. I was also a preschool teacher aid my senior year of High...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Morgan has an amazing heart and a ton of energy. She loves kids and is very focused on carrying out the needs and desires of the parents she works with. She's an excellent communicator and has a very endearing personality. She's wise beyond her years."
John F.
High school senior who likes kids of all ages. Successful and responsible student, member of the National Honor Society, Varsity Volleyball, Travel Club Volleyball, and Wrestling Manager. Enjoys playing sports, making crafts, playing games, the outdoors, and animals. I can even help with school/summer work. Safe driver with own...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am eager to get to know you and your family as a babysitter or nanny. I am certified in Early Childhood Education and Special Education in both Delaware and Pennsylvania, and hold my Master's degree in Education from the University of Pittsburgh. I have been a first grade teacher in Wilmington for the past five years, and...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
I am a graduate of university Delaware with an elementary education degree. I have worked in middle school, as a 1st grade teacher, and as an early childhood educator. Currently I work in a daycare facility as a full time lead teacher in the infant room. I enjoy working with the babies! I am looking for some part time hours...
Haley R.
Kennett Square, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Haley and I am 25 years old working as a data analyst at Ralph Lauren and looking to babysit occasionally on weekends! I have 10+ years of experience babysitting, and 5 years as a full time nanny for children of all ages. I have cared for up to 6 children at a time. I love nannying and babysitting, I am...
Haley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Kindergarten teacher in northern MD, but I live in DE. I started working with children while in college as a one-on-one for a child with autism and also an infant teacher at a Goddard School: I'd describe my personality as fun, energetic, /and caring.
I simply love working with children for so many reasons. I love to...
Cara can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I am 25 years-old and currently live in Wilmington, Delaware. I am married to my high-school sweetheart, Brennan, we got married this October! We live with our puppy, Carson, who we absolutely adore! I am the oldest of three siblings, and come from a large, loving family.
I may not have any "official" nannying experience on my...
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Looking for part time permanent or temporary position. Can also be available for date nights/weekends.
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hi there! My name is Jenna and I am 35 years old. I graduated from West Chester University with a degree in Early Childhood Education and have been working with kids ever since I was a little girl. I have been an aunt since I was 5 and have 13 nieces and nephews, so I have been around children my whole life. I have worked as a...
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
Hi! I'm Nina and I am a 25-year-old professional nanny! I started about watching kids about 12 years ago and have been doing this as a career for so years. I love kids and being able to be a positive and responsible figure in their life! I love taking children out and about whether it be the park, aquarium/zoo, lunch dates and...
Nina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Aoife (ee-fah) and I am a Nursing student and current nanny looking to pick up date night and small weekend jobs! I am an extreme animal lover with experience as a nanny to children ages 6 months to 10 years, giving horseback riding lessons to children ages 2-18, and being a camp counselor/director for 30+...
Aoife can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Are you in need of someone to take care of your kids while you go for a date night? Or while you go run some errands on the weekends? I am here to help you!
Currently I work at a daycare as a teacher aide Mon-Fri from 9 to 5 p.m. I also have experience as a nanny, I took care of two amazing boys since they were 18 months until...
Eduarda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Melissa W.
Chadds Ford, PA
$20-24/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a rising junior in college at Neumann University and commute from Chadds Ford area. I am an early childhood education major, so I have done four semester of field experience at the pre school level (4-5 yrs old) and 4th grade (8-9 yrs old), as well as one semester in a middle school. Over the summers while I was still in...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Hello! I'm Kat.
I'm offering babysitting services in the Wilmington area. I'm looking for gigs moreso in the area of parents going on the occasional date night, needing the night off, or in general on an as needed basis (not a full time nanny) as I'm an occupational therapist at a preschool during typical work hours during the...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Janai A, and I completed the Early Childhood Program in Paul M. Hodgson Vo-Tech High School for four years, where I earned my TECE 1 and 2. I worked at a daycare with infants as an intern for a year. I then worked at a daycare as an assistant teacher in the pre-k and the 3-year-old classroom for a year and a half. I...
Janai can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Janai has a great personally and she’s very open and easy to work with. Thank you for caring for my son while I was at my interview.. Im looking forward to work with you again…"
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Hockessin, DE
Cynthia M.
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.
Sharon B.
5.0
Sharon is an excellent caregiver for our baby boy. We trust her completely. It provides us with a sense of comfort to know that when we cannot be with our boy that Sharon is caring for him so well.
- David H.
Ivy K.
5.0
Ivy worked with our family for about a year caring for our son from the age of approximately 4 months. Ivy is dependable, proactive and caring. After getting into the groove with our family, she began to handle chores around the house without being asked. Our son was well cared-for and given the...
- Daniel D.
Elise B.
5.0
Elise was great! Both my 9 y.o. son and 7 y.o. daughter said she was awesome and they had fun with her! She played with them and came up with good ideas to keep them entertained. She is reliable and shows up on time too! And she put up with our barking dog. I would definitely recommend her!
- Christina H.
Morgan F.
5.0
She is amazing with kids!! I completely trusted her.
- Casi D.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Hockessin, DE
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Hockessin, DE?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Hockessin, DE, you can search through 1 weekend nanny profiles to learn more about their hourly rates and to check out reviews from families who worked with them in the past.
How much does it cost to hire a weekend nanny near me in Hockessin, DE?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Hockessin, DE depends on a few factors. To start, it will cost much more to hire a nanny for a whole weekend than to hire one for a few hours, so it can be helpful to plan your budget around how much care you need for a weekend—especially if you want them to spend the night. Rates can vary due to factors like their years of experience and where you live, but typically weekend nanny rates near you are $25.00 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Hockessin, DE?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Hockessin, DE, about their availability to make sure they can work the hours you need. Then, it’s a good idea to ask about their experience and how they would handle certain situations—such as resolving a fight between siblings. It can also be a good idea to ask them if they have any references you can contact.
What types of responsibilities do weekend nannies near me in Hockessin, DE take on?
When you hire a nanny on weekends, you can ask them to tackle a variety of different responsibilities. Alongside taking care of your children, they may be willing to help with cooking or light housework (like doing the kids’ laundry). Asking what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on is another great topic to bring up in an interview. You can review 1 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Hockessin, DE to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Hockessin, DE?
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