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Sidney S. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Sidney

Wilmington, DE
$17/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello , my name is Sidney I’m a 18 year old male whose very excited to see where nanny lane will take me , I’m very fun I dance , sing , cook, clean, and all the kids love me , I look very forward to meeting you and your loved ones 🥰

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Joneilyz M. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Joneilyz

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

A little bit about me

Im from Puerto Rico, and I love kids!. I would try my hardest for you to love my job.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
DayJa A. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny DayJa

Wilmington, DE
$18/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello all,
I am a mom who is looking to assist other parents with the daily tasks regarding childcare. I enjoy arts and crafts and outdoor activities. As a mom, I understand the importance of child safety and engagement that will promote growth and learning opportunities. I am very dependable and adaptable to changes. I am excited to begin my journey with a family and make their lives a little less hectic so that they can enjoy what really matters, which is family.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Charles H. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Charles

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

A little bit about me

I'm 32 , I live in the bear area. As a kid I would babysit my neighbors kids while they worked , and I kept to it its something that I really enjoy doing , I have a step brother that has mentally challenged issues and growing up with him wasn't easy but it taught me alot , there no different in my eyes they are just like us only better. My opinion. So i know how to work with the special needy children as well. I love kids and I love being able to teach them new things sing songs play hide and seek all that good stuff . Hopefully you choose me if not that's okay but I hope to hear from you. Thanks
Yours truly
Jackie

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Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Morgan R. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Morgan

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

A little bit about me

Hi, I’m Morgan I am an elementary education major at Delaware Tech and I am very passionate about children and helping out as much as I can.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Zoy T. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Zoy

Wilmington, DE
$30/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Bryanna B. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Bryanna

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

A little bit about me

I have worked with kids for 2 years and I even spent a year as an assistant teacher at early child development center. I am certified in early childhood education and I love reading with children and doing arts and crafts and getting fresh air with them!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sheila D. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Sheila

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

A little bit about me

I am a grandmother of 9 and great grandma of 6 I help risk all of them I love kids so much.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Stephanie B. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Stephanie

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

A little bit about me

Taught art children k-9 th grandson is 2 1/2 babysat him
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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 $17.19 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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