"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
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Experienced last-minute babysitters in Townsend, DE
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Sarajah Smyrna
$18 per hour for 1 child
$18 per hour for 1 child
Hi, my name is Sarajah I am a sophomore in college and I am located in Delaware. I have experience working with family and friends children from infants to adolescence. I love children and can provide excellent care and fun activities. I am cpr certified, observant, cheerful, and patient.
Trezoir Dover
$20 per hour for 1 child
$20 per hour for 1 child
About Me: Hi! My name is Trezoir, and I’m 20 years old. I’m currently a college student at Delaware State University, majoring in Music Industry and Psychology. I’ve always enjoyed helping others, especially children, and I love creating fun, engaging, and safe experiences for them. Services I Offer: I provide child care and pet care services. I have 4–5 years of childcare experience and 4–5 years of animal care experience (I’m comfortable around pets of all kinds!). Child Care Experience: I’ve worked with toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children, helping them with daily routines, playtime, and light learning activities. I enjoy spending time doing arts and crafts, outdoor play, music and dancing, and reading together. Activities I Enjoy With Children: • Creative projects like painting, coloring, and crafts • Singing and dancing (especially since I study music!) • Outdoor fun such as park trips, sidewalk chalk, and sports • Reading and story time • Helping with homework or basic tutoring when needed Special Skills & Talents: • Tutoring and homework help in basic subjects • Cooking and preparing kid-friendly meals/snacks • Artistic and musical activities (I love to introduce kids to music and creativity!) • Strong communication and patience skills, especially with younger children Certifications/Training: While I’m not currently certified, I have hands-on experience through years of babysitting for families and volunteering with children and also working at summer camps. I’m also open to completing CPR or First Aid certification if needed. Why I Babysit: Babysitting is something I truly enjoy doing in my free time. It allows me to continue learning about child development while gaining experience that will help me in my future psychology career. I take pride in being caring, responsible, and trustworthy — someone parents can count on and kids can have fun with!
Eva Newark
$25 per hour for 1 child
$25 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Eva and I am a full-time college student with a light schedule this semester. I have a lot of experience working with kids including being a part-time nanny and a camp counselor for 5 years. I've worked with families through Care.com along with helping friends and family. I have experience with kids aged 2-13. I also have experience with kids with special needs. I am open to mostly anything if given your time to make sure everything is in order before I look after your kiddos! :)
Deyona Dover
$15 per hour for 1 child
$15 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Deyona, and I have hands-on experience in childcare, senior care, pet care, and household services. I’ve worked with families of all ages, providing reliable, compassionate care that’s tailored to each individual’s needs. Whether it’s caring for children, assisting seniors with daily tasks, looking after pets, or helping maintain a clean and organized home, I take pride in being dependable, attentive, and trustworthy. I genuinely enjoy helping others and creating a safe, comfortable environment for the people (and pets!) I care for.
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"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"
Jenny S., parent
"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Townsend?
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