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Rates last updated July 2026
Jayla W. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Jayla

Dover, DE
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hiii I’m Jayla I’m 22. At the moment I am a Caregiver but I would like to continue working with children. I’m full of imagination and creativity, your kids will never be bored or upset and your house will never be a mess with me around.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Maria G. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Maria

Dover, DE
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I love kids.. I have a niece and a nephew that I take care of and I just love having children for company. I go to school so I would be able to watch the kids towards the afternoon to overnight.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Nikki M. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Nikki

Dover, DE
$16/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Nikki,
I am currently looking for a babysitting/nanny
Position.

I’m a very easy going gentle person I LOVE KIDS. I have 6 years in experience working with children in this field.
I’m a very hardworking, loving and safe person to be around.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Carrie L. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Carrie

Dover, DE
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My degree is in Early Childhood Education and I worked at the Air Force Base Child Development Center for 30 years. I enjoy working with children and watching them grow!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Abby L. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Abby

Dover, DE
$15/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Abby! I am Scottish and recently loved to Dover from Glasgow to live with my husband who is part of the airforce. I have worked in social care since I was 18 with kids from new born up until 8 years old. Some of my hobbies are travelling, sports and baking. I would love to share some of my cultural differences and experience yours also!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Emma S. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Emma

Dover, DE
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Emma and I am 20 years old. I love kids and have lots of experience babysitting and nannying ages from 6 weeks to 14 years old. I’m a multitasker and can handle a lot at one time. I love animals as well so that is no problem! I can cook and clean if needed and don’t mind doing household work. I have my license, CPR certification in all ages, first aid certification, and a reliable car that can fit up to 3 children. I love to play and havet fun!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Vilma S T. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Vilma S

Dover, DE
$15/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

My name is vilma Torres I’m come from PR with a child hood teacher certification; honest ,confident,professional, respectful,lovely,puntual and more .

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sasha M. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Sasha

Dover, DE
$18/hr
Full-time
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hola me llamo Sasha soy una persona amable, alegre, simpática soy una persona cristiana y me gusta cuidar niños.

Hi, my name is Sasha. I am a kind, cheerful, and friendly person. I am a Christian and I enjoy looking after children’s.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Jaydn S. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Jaydn

Dover, DE
$18/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! I am currently in college perusing nursing. I graduated from Polytech High School with a diploma in Early Childhood Education. I have a certification to be a lead teacher, along with CPR, First Aid, and other ECE Certifications! I enjoy being around kids, they make me happy! I would love to be a help for your family!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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What’s the average cost of a child care provider in Dover, DE?

The average cost of a child care provider in Dover, DE is $17.27 per hour. Most Dover families on Nanny Lane pay $15 to $18/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find Affordable Child Care in Dover, DE

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Understand the Different Types of Child Care in Dover, DE

If you’re looking for affordable child care, you should explore the different types of care and how they compare to each other. What are the differences between a solo nanny and a nanny share? What about a nanny share vs. daycare? Or nanny share vs. nursery school? Or a solo nanny vs. an au pair? What is a nanny share?

There are lots of options to find affordable child care that works best for your family, and Nanny Lane’s child care services is here to help along the way.

Explore the Costs of Different Child Care Options

There are various types of child care (solo nanny, nanny share, etc), with different levels of costs. For how much to pay a nanny, key factors that determine cost are experience, the number of children, where you live, and much more. In addition, during the hiring process, you should be considerate of how to handle expenses (e.g. gas, food, etc.).

If you choose a nanny as the best child care option for your family, there are ways to save on nanny costs like an afterschool co-op or having relatives who live close offer child care support on certain days.

Alternatively, you can split the costs of a nanny. There are lots of different nanny share setups that highlight how to make nanny shares even if the kids are different ages. With a nanny share, you can find a family first or hire a nanny and consider creating a nanny share. Either way, a nanny share is the most affordable way to employ a nanny.

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