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Autumn G. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Autumn

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

A little bit about me

Hi there, I’m Autumn! I’m the mother of a sweet 4 year old girl, and several fur babies. Up until this fall I was the weekday caretaker for my nephew who just turned two. I’m very hands on, lots of crafts and projects and developmental toys and field trips. I can’t wait to meet your littles!

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Special Needs
Erin R. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Erin

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

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m Erin. A first time mom to a 13 month old, who loves kids! I worked as a live-in nanny to 3 children (plus caring for my own) for almost 8 months! I also was in charge of doing light housekeeping, helping with homework.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Mekerah E. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Mekerah

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

A little bit about me

I have been working with children all my life! I come from a family of 12 and we learned how to care for infants at a young age. Learning how to care for children at such a young age made me realize my passion for children. I later branched out and worked with Delaware Tech’s daycare center and also teach a youth group class at my local church.

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Karen R. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Karen

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

A little bit about me

Soy Colombia , tengo 24 años , en mi país estudié enfermería .
Me gusta cocinar.

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Yinzhu J. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Yinzhu

Dover, DE
$25/hr
Part-time
9 years experience

A little bit about me

I have 3 children. I have lots of experience in taking care of children. I love kids a lot. I will be really happy with this job.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
London C. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny London

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

A little bit about me

my name is london i’m 16 years old, im in cna and child care classes. i will graduate next year. i am good with kids and i will tidy up and meal prep

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Special Needs

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Jennifer K. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Jennifer

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

A little bit about me

Hello! I work Full Time as an EMT on a 24/72 schedule. I am looking for a family with a flexible schedule to work around my EMS schedule. I have worked in a daycare and worked for Disney for 2 years. My most recent nanny family I was with for 2 years but they sadly had to move. Working with kids is my zen and I can't wait to meet your little ones!

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sarah J. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Sarah

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

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Sarah Jelliffe and I’m an energetic 20 year old with years of experience as a nanny. I promote curiosity, learning, and fun. My goal is to make your life and family run as smoothly as possible, all the while bringing smiles to the children of the house. Being able to help parents get the care they need has been a gratifying experience for me, I know every moment with your children is precious and fleeting. Allow me help you to carry out your values in your safe environment where we can make sure your children’s needs are met and provide you with the assurance that every parent deserves.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kelsie M. - Seeking Work in Dover

Nanny Kelsie

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

A little bit about me

Hi, My name is Kelsie Mattison,
I have worked as a Nanny for about a year when my best friends mom was going through a hard time and needed someone to watch her kids and take care of the house. I love being around kids. If I could I would spend all day with kids.

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Special Needs

Certifications

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Dover, 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 Dover, DE

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

Dover 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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