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Jocelyn W. - Seeking Work in New Castle

Nanny Jocelyn

New Castle, DE
$20/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am an experienced caregiver located in new castle Delaware for 5+ years. Currently in nursing school and aspire to be a pediatric nurse due to my love and passion for taking care of children.

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Brianna B. - Seeking Work in New Castle

Nanny Brianna

New Castle, DE
$16/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Im Brianna I recently turned 18. I have a lot of experience babysitting my siblings at a very young age and made me grown to love kids.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Griselle G. - Seeking Work in New Castle

Nanny Griselle

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

A little bit about me

I have been watching my baby brother and sister since i have been a little girl, i have many nieces and nephews and i love kids! I’m still in school and i like to help out a lot.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Dasiah E. - Seeking Work in New Castle

Nanny Dasiah

New Castle, DE
$18/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi My name is Dasiah Evans and I’m a 18 year old senior in high school that loves working with children. Im not certified in anything ,but I’m willing to if needed! Im also an aunt of 8 I became an aunt at the age of 5 and been loving kids ever since so I do have lots of experience with all ages. Im 4 months pregnant and would love to help out families in need of assistance.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Sally D. - Seeking Work in New Castle

Nanny Sally

New Castle, DE
$20/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Sally Dicko! I’m a sophomore at Delaware state university studying music education hoping to teach music in schools! I am a swimmer , I swam all 4 years in high school. I love music , theatre , movies , and cooking!

Have experience working with

Infants
Stephanie C. - Seeking Work in New Castle

Nanny Stephanie

New Castle, DE
$15/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

HI my name is Stephanie im 37 years old i have 20 years experience in childcare from Preschool teacher, baby sitting, as well as private nanny. Im also a certified Medical Assistant. Im very flexible with day/night and weekend hours. I have two children of my own a 9 year old son and a 3 year old daughter. Im looking forward to hearing from you!

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Eliza Marie E. - Seeking Work in New Castle

Nanny Eliza Marie

New Castle, DE
$18/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Eliza, and I’m a compassionate and enthusiastic caregiver with a true passion for working with children.
I have extensive experience caring for kids in a variety of settings—including homes, summer camps, church programs, and community events. My background includes nurturing children’s growth through age-appropriate activities, providing a safe and supportive environment, and encouraging learning through play.

I pride myself on being dependable, patient, and attentive to each child’s unique needs. Whether it’s helping with daily routines, supporting developmental milestones, or simply creating a fun and engaging day, I’m committed to ensuring children feel cared for, supported, and inspired.

I look forward to connecting with a family who values warmth, trust, and open communication, and who is seeking a nanny who will treat their children as if they were my own.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Katherine J. - Seeking Work in New Castle

Nanny Katherine

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

A little bit about me

Hello
I am a mother of 7 oldest child is 21 years old, use to be a stay at home mom for approximately 10 years. I have been a certified doula for about 3 years now, I love supporting families and their needs. I run a multi family homeschool threw the state during the day, I love to cook and educate families. Children are my passion and I believe they are the future. It takes a village to help families be successful.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Karen W. - Seeking Work in New Castle

Nanny Karen

New Castle, DE
$20/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Greetings family my name is Karen Wilson I’m a daycare provider for over 4 years My daycare was a small family daycare Right choice family daycare LLC I currently moved to Delaware in New castle County looking for work opportunities with children of all ages look forward to meeting with you

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in New Castle, DE?

The average cost of a babysitter in New Castle, 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 New Castle, DE

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Understand Babysitter Responsibilities in New Castle, 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 New Castle can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

New Castle 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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