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Rebecca D. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Rebecca

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

A little bit about me

- loving
- caring
- funny
- responsible
- worked in a daycare as a summer job

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Ava M. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Ava

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

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Ava Im currently in school to be a nurse, I used to nanny for a young boy with autism I absolutely love working with children I find myself to be very patient and very good at caring for others. I'll be going into pediatric surgical nursing.

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Special Needs
Arianna B. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Arianna

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

A little bit about me

I love working with kids ! I’m currently in a nurse tech course at my highschool. I have multiple little siblings ( 7 to be exact) so I know my way around with kids.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Sandra R. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Sandra

Wilmington, DE
$17/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Soy Sandra Ramos , tengo 26 años soy mamá de 2 niños, no e trabajado cuidando niños pero tengo experiencia con mis hijos

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Corinne H. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Corinne

Wilmington, DE
$23/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello I’m looking for part time or full time hours nannying. I have 5 years of experience and have work with infants all the way to 13 years of age. I do light house keeping and would meal prep if needed.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Ashley D. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Ashley

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

A little bit about me

I’m Ashley I am 19 years old I love kids and I’m looking to be a first time nanny!

Have experience working with

Infants

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Kiara R. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Kiara

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

A little bit about me

Hello. My name is Kiara. I've just graduated high school. I've been babysitting for about 2 years now. I am a driven and compassionate person who has exceptional communication and childcare skills. Owing to my extensive childcare and housekeeping experiences, I can effectively take care of your children and household.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Atim K. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Atim

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

A little bit about me

Hi , I’m Atim and I love working with children, I’ve past experiences working with children of all ages from teaching them English to swim lessons done it all. I’m very outgoing and I like to make sure that I connect with children and the parent and I hope we can soon work together.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Kennedy H. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Kennedy

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

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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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 $17.38 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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