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Sharni M. - Seeking Work in Milford

Nanny Sharni

Milford, DE
$20/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Adriana M. - Seeking Work in Milford

Nanny Adriana

Milford, DE
$15/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

A little bit about me, I used to take care of close families child, I loved working for them. I didn’t work with them for the pay, I loved seeing their kids grow up and how parents would walk in the house and having their house clean with food made for them. It’s such an amazing experience.

Certification

First Aid
Amanda C. - Seeking Work in Milford

Nanny Amanda

Milford, DE
$20/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Im great with kids love working with all ages not certified in cpr or first aid but i was once and know it well. Im easy to work with and hours are flexible.

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Special Needs

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Anna S. - Seeking Work in Milford

Nanny Anna

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

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Karley H. - Seeking Work in Milford

Nanny Karley

Milford, DE
$16/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

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Infants
Special Needs
Donna D. - Seeking Work in Milford

Nanny Donna

Milford, DE
$15/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I am Donna Davis I have worked in child care for 20 plus years. I worked for The Learning Center for 20 years prior to retiring. Retirement was short lived fire I have been working as a nanny for over the last 6 years. I live in Milford, married to my husband Ken and we have two grown sons.

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Infants
Special Needs

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Yeimi R. - Seeking Work in Milford

Nanny Yeimi

Milford, DE
$17 - $18/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I like being myself, meeting new people! I love building connections with everyone the parents and kids.
Ashley B. - Seeking Work in Milford

Nanny Ashley

Milford, DE
$20/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m a stay at home mother, to a 6 year old boy,I’m 34 years old looking for a job that I love and to be able to give back and help others I’ve worked with kids in a community center in [phone number hidden]

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Special Needs
Yessenia A. - Seeking Work in Milford

Nanny Yessenia

Milford, DE
$20/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

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Infants
Special Needs
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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Milford, DE?

The average cost of a babysitter in Milford, DE is $17.18 per hour. The cost of a babysitter is dependent on the babysitter’s experience, qualifications and location.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Milford, DE

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Understand Babysitter Responsibilities in Milford, DE

Before beginning the search for a babysitter, it’s important to understand what you’re looking for and if a babysitter is the right choice for your child care needs. There are lots of benefits to hiring a babysitter such as getting the flexibility of having some more time for yourself or with your partner. When hiring a babysitter, first, you should explore the differences between a nanny and a babysitter. If you’re looking for occasional child care, babysitters are the right choice for you, but if you’re looking for more frequent care, a nanny may be better for your needs.

From there, you can think about what you expect your babysitter to handle so that you can create a profile for nannies to reach out to you. The boundaries for babysitters’ duties can vary from family to family. However, in general, a babysitter is responsible for making sure your kids’ needs are met, including things like ensuring they have opportunities to play and be active. When tasks go beyond child care, for example to housekeeping, laundry, or meal preparation, it’s good practice to communicate these expectations with your babysitter before hiring them. Along with the different duties that you ask for, experience and location in Milford can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Milford Babysitter Interviews

Once you start connecting with prospective babysitters, the next step is to conduct an interview. To make things a bit easier, here’s a list of some babysitter interview questions to consider asking:

  • Do you have experience being a babysitter?
  • What sort of household tasks are you open and comfortable doing?
  • Do you have any references?
  • Are you trained in First Aid or CPR in Delaware?
  • Do you have a Delaware driver’s license? Do you own a car?
  • How do you handle tantrums? Can you share an experience disciplining children?

During the hiring process, it’s essential to ask for references and by asking their references questions you gain a better understanding of they will fit in your family. As you get closer to hiring a nanny, be sure to run a background check to ensure your kids are in good hands. When evaluating a babysitter that you’re considering hiring, make sure you’re setting the foundation for a good relationship with your babysitter. You can do this by being clear about your expectations around babysitter responsibilities and compensation, and of course, by being friendly and welcoming!

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