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Mackenzie B. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Mackenzie

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

A little bit about me

I’m a 15 year old girl who works well with kids! I‘ve babysitted my younger cousins. I’m also very good with kids, I’m school oriented and play sports!

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Special Needs
Zykerra B. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Zykerra

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

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Zykerra Brown, I’m 34 years old living in Wilmington Delaware. A loving mother of 5 beautiful children ages [phone number hidden], and 1. I have worked with children for the past 8 years off and on. My last job was I worked with children from the ages newborn to school age children.

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Infants
Special Needs
Taylor W. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Taylor

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

A little bit about me

I’m a stay at home mom , love my children and working with other children. I feel like it’s a gift of mine. I’m great with children and I used to teach at a children’s school

Have experience working with

Infants

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Whitney H. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Whitney

Wilmington, DE
$16/hr
< 1 year experience

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jessica M. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Jessica

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

A little bit about me

I am energetic, fun, reliable, protective, supportive, certified teacher and would love to become just the nanny you’ve been looking for!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Mercedes E. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Mercedes

Wilmington, DE
$22/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi all! My name is Mercedes Echevarria, I am a fresh graduate from Neumann University. I am currently employed as an intern at the Child Development Center is Aston, PA working with children ages 3-5. I have worked with children since I was a child myself. I have two younger sisters (6 & 9) who I like to joke and say I helped raise. I have a ton of experience, and genuinely love engaging and interacting with children. I am available Mon-Friday. Please feel free to ask any questions!

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Sonja M. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Sonja

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

A little bit about me

I am a retired school teacher (K-12 & special education). I was a business teacher for Middle School. I’m a medical assistant training, mother of 3 grown children ages 30, 26 & 23. Former senior caregiver. I was a senior caregiver, for 13 yrs for my grandmother, who suffered from Alzheimer’s. I ran my own daycare called Small Blessings (newborn to school age). I also have my Medical Assistant degree, so I know how to provide first aide. I’m a grandma of a handsome grandson age 3.
 I’m awesome with pets. I love the kids & seniors.♥️😊

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Infants
Special Needs
Abby H. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Abby

Wilmington, DE
$15.59/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I have three little sisters and a little brother who i have watched for the last 3 years. I’m great with kids and CPR certified.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Janice J. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Janice

Wilmington, DE
$16.04/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am a person centered with a humanistic approach to helping others. Also, I'm a substitute teacher who provides support to elementary school children. I have a degree in hospitality. I learned all types of food preparations that cover all levels of nutritional needs.

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Infants
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 $17.19 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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