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Julie M. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Julie

Wilmington, DE
$20/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Pay is flexible. Available 9-2 Tuesday through Thursday. All day Friday.
Ex nurse with pediatric experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sanaah U. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Sanaah

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

A little bit about me

My name is Sanaah. I am 21 years old and I love working with kids. I’m an aunt of 2 and they adore me. I have been working with kids since I was 12 years old. Mostly family and friends but I have experience and patience with kids.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Ciani G. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Ciani

Wilmington, DE
$15/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I am 15 I love kids I babysit my sister kids and her friends kids for hours at a time I also watch newborns and grade school kids

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR

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Lisa S. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Lisa

Wilmington, DE
$15/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Lisa Stewart I'm 46 years old I have 2 children myself . I would love to work with children because I love children

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Khamani L. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Khamani

Wilmington, DE
$15.48/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Khamani but I go by Mani. I love kids and I would love to be a big help and support to your family . I’m very mature for my age and I would be a reliable candidate to you and your child.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Jahnay J. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Jahnay

Wilmington, DE
$15/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello parents, my name is jahnay James and I have a 2 year experience with taking care of kids. I love kids with all my heart, sadly I’m too young to have one of my own at the moment but I promise I’ll make it my duty to love and care for your kids with all my heart no matter what.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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Christina W. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Christina

Wilmington, DE
$20/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi - My name is Christina and I'm currently a student. I am offering childcare, pet sitting, and household services.

I love being a caregiver and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids since I was 13 years old. My responsibilities have included crafts, tutoring, cooking, cleaning, etc.

I am happy to work with children with special needs.

I am happy to work with families with animals.

Any questions, comments, concerns, or inquires please feel most free to reach out !

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Zoie C. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Zoie

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

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Zoie, and I’m a mom of a 1-year-old baby. I’m very interested in becoming a social worker and currently have my associates degree but I’m working towards my masters. As a mother it can be difficult to find help while working, but I’m an excellent multitasking hard-worker that goes above and beyond to get the job done. I’m very interested in working with children and families as it’ll build on my social work background. I’ve also worked in daycares and babysat in the past multiple children and know how to multitask effectively.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jayla L. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Jayla

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

A little bit about me

I am a 19 year old psychology major and sociology minor. I have work with kids since I was fourteen years old. My responsibilities included picking them up from school, helping with homework, meals, games as well as displine when needed.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Wilmington, DE?

The average cost of a babysitter in Wilmington, DE is $19.08 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 Wilmington, DE

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

Wilmington 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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