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Taylor M. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Taylor

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

A little bit about me

my name is taylor , im 16 great with kids , i care for my 2 younger siblings 1 and 8 and my younger cousins 1 and 4

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Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Samantha M. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Samantha

Wilmington, DE
$30 - $50/hr
Full-time
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m a dependable and caring nanny with hands-on experience supporting busy families and creating a safe, structured, and fun environment for children. I’ve worked with school-aged kids, helping with everything from school routines and homework to planning engaging activities, preparing meals, and keeping the home organized. I pride myself on being patient, attentive, and proactive, always making sure the children feel supported while also respecting the parents’ expectations and household routines. I value clear communication, consistency, and building a positive, trusting relationship with both children and parents. My goal is to make each day run smoothly while helping kids feel happy, confident, and cared for.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Liv W. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Liv

Wilmington, DE
$17/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, My name is Olivia; I go by Liv. I am very interested and love working with children. I am in college and enjoy reading and cooking. I like to have fun hobbies and love to sew and dance for my free time.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Kendall H. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Kendall

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

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Mary C T. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Mary C

Wilmington, DE
$17.25/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Mi nombre es Mary C Toledo Santiago, Tengo 42 años, soy natural de Puerto Rico, Llevo 12 meses aquí en Delaware con mis 3 hijos y ahora mi nieto que tiene 1 mes de nacido. Estoy tomando clases de inglés y computadora en el Centro Latino por online. Me encantan los niños, fui maestra y asistente materno infantil en PR 4 años y para mí es el mejor trabajo que e tenido, hay entendí que trabajar con niños es mi pasión. También cuidaba en mi hogar a 3 bebés de donde trabajaba, cuando el centro cerraba por vacaciones Mi satisfacción y mi mejor desempeño es cuidarlos, protegerlos, ayudarlos y enseñarles a los niños en sus primeros pasos y etapas de sus vida.. Yo en Puerto Rico cogí el curso del CDA.

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Infants
Special Needs
Izzy N. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Izzy

Wilmington, DE
$18/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Izzy, and I’ve been working with children for several years through my church, where I’ve helped lead Sunday school classes and care for kids of all ages. I love creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and feel comfortable. Babysitting is something I truly enjoy, and I’m excited to bring my experience and care to families who need a helping hand!

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Colleen P. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Colleen

Wilmington, DE
$17/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I'm a SAHM of 18 years. My girls are now in high school and college. I am looking for p/t at this time. I love kids and look forward to talking with you!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Brandy T. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Brandy

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

A little bit about me

I am a 41 year old female, familiar and experienced with caring for children, and enjoy doing so. I consider house keeping and food preparation to be part of the job. I don't have my own vehicle, but do have a driver's license. CPR and First aid certified. Would love an opportunity to care for your children.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Lauren F. - Seeking Work in Wilmington

Nanny Lauren

Wilmington, DE
$15/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I have helped and worked in my mother's in home daycare all my life. I have also worked in daycare centers. I've driven a school bus for 5 years. I LOVE children and have a great time learning from them

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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"I am pleased to recommend Maria Nunez as a nanny/babysitter. During her time with us she proved to be reliable, kind, and attentive. Maria consistently created a safe and nurturing environment, managed routines with ease, and supported our child’s development through engaging activities"
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"Maria was a great employee because she consistently showed up on time, communicated clearly, and made sure every task was done correctly. She built a strong, positive bond with my daughter, which helped create a trusting and supportive environment. Her kindness, reliability, and attention to detail made her dependable and easy to work with every day."
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"She has watched the children when I have to go away for about a week at a time since 2016 up until January of this year. I recently contacted her to see if she was available for a last minute situation and she made it work. I can count on her when needed!"
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What’s the average cost of a child care provider in Wilmington, DE?

The average cost of a child care provider in Wilmington, DE is $18.56 per hour. Most Wilmington families on Nanny Lane pay $16.50 to $20.00/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find Affordable Child Care in Wilmington, DE

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Understand the Different Types of Child Care in Wilmington, DE

If you’re looking for affordable child care, you should explore the different types of care and how they compare to each other. What are the differences between a solo nanny and a nanny share? What about a nanny share vs. daycare? Or nanny share vs. nursery school? Or a solo nanny vs. an au pair? What is a nanny share?

There are lots of options to find affordable child care that works best for your family, and Nanny Lane’s child care services is here to help along the way.

Explore the Costs of Different Child Care Options

There are various types of child care (solo nanny, nanny share, etc), with different levels of costs. For how much to pay a nanny, key factors that determine cost are experience, the number of children, where you live, and much more. In addition, during the hiring process, you should be considerate of how to handle expenses (e.g. gas, food, etc.).

If you choose a nanny as the best child care option for your family, there are ways to save on nanny costs like an afterschool co-op or having relatives who live close offer child care support on certain days.

Alternatively, you can split the costs of a nanny. There are lots of different nanny share setups that highlight how to make nanny shares even if the kids are different ages. With a nanny share, you can find a family first or hire a nanny and consider creating a nanny share. Either way, a nanny share is the most affordable way to employ a nanny.

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