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Kelsey K. - Seeking Work in Delaware City

Nanny Kelsey

Delaware City, DE
$30/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Experienced nanny, previous day care teacher, worked with multiple special needs children full time for 10 years, have 3 children of my own. I love children and children seem to enjoy my company as well!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Raniyah S. - Seeking Work in Delaware City

Nanny Raniyah

Delaware City, DE
$15/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello My name is Raniyah Smith, I am 17 years old and I love working with children. I am a high School senior and i also do after school sports like cheerleading

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Anastasia J. - Seeking Work in Delaware City

Nanny Anastasia

Delaware City, DE
$25/hr
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I did babysitting for a friend of my moms when I was 12-17 when she no longer needed my help, and I have been running my own character rental company for the past 3 years.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Amira S. - Seeking Work in Delaware City

Nanny Amira

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

A little bit about me

A fun and bubbly person with a passion for little people and animals!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Victoria H. - Seeking Work in Delaware City

Nanny Victoria

Delaware City, DE
$15/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My names Tori I'm a freshman in college and hoping to give help out to families who need it, I hope to accommodate and be open to anything that will be needed of me
I love to be active with creativity and keep things fun

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Danielle K. - Seeking Work in Delaware City

Nanny Danielle

Delaware City, DE
$18/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I'm a mother of two. I homeschool taught my youngest child for a couple years. I was also a domestic engineer as well. I would love to help out a family in need of someone that wants there kids loved by an extra person that would keep them safe happy and healthy

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Stacy U. - Seeking Work in Delaware City

Nanny Stacy

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

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Stacy I’ve been taking care of my siblings as long as I can remember and I think I could be a great nanny for your child

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Milan G. - Seeking Work in Delaware City

Nanny Milan

Delaware City, DE
$16/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kerstyn M. - Seeking Work in Delaware City

Nanny Kerstyn

Delaware City, DE
$19/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Delaware City, DE is $17.16 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 Delaware City, DE

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

Delaware City 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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