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I have 1 year of experience working with kids 5-12 through Gainesville Circus Centers aftercare program. I also have worked with younger kids, babysitting but not professionally. I can help with Travel, Laundry, food, and pretty much anything else. I am currently finishing high school one year early with a 4. 2 GPA, and I am an...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Dariana H.
Alachua, FL
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
My Name Is Dariana H! I Am So Excited To Start A New Journey With A Wonderful Family!
I'd describe my personality as very bubbly, kind, and enthusiastic
I started working with kids when I was around 14. My mom is a VPK teacher. During the summer she would need help babysitting the multiple children she would watch and eventually around 15 I branched off on my own and the parents would pay me directly. After that...
Deanna S.
Alachua, FL
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, funny, and positive
I like working with kids because it never gets boring. Kids say the funniest things and keep you on your toes. You always learn something new.
I'm looking for a job that fits my schedule and that I genuinely look forward to.
I started working with kids when I was...
My name is Gandhari. I live in Alachua and have a 13-year-old daughter whom I homeschool. I am a licensed K-6 Elementary teacher and have been teaching both online and in the classroom for the past 20 years. I am currently teaching English online to students in China. I am looking for additional child care in the afternoons and...
Gandhari can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
As a caring and experienced childcare provider, I'm dedicated to fostering children's growth and development in a safe and nurturing environment. With over six years of experience, I have a proven track record of providing exceptional care for children of all ages. My background includes coursework in early child development,...
Aleigh can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am a post-bacc pre-med student at Santa Fe college. I have experience with kids of all ages with babysitting and tutoring alike; my tutoring goes all the way through ACT prep and some lower-level college coursework. I love kids and have a passion to help them, be it in child care or academic help. I cook well, have my own car,...
Jaycee can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Morgan L.
Alachua, FL
$13-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Enjoy working with kids! Have references and 2 years experience with ages 2 months- 12 years old!
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. As an experienced mother of two young boys I have a lot of experience taking care of children.
Marcela can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 8 years of babysitting experience with children ages 3 months to 16 years old. I truly have a passion for child care and have completed Early Childhood Education & Development courses in college, as well as volunteering with children with special needs. I have my own car and am happy to provide transportation as...
Peyton can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We love Peyton! She's always a few minutes early, has never canceled on us and our son always enjoys his time with her. Peyton is super respectful of our home and is great with our family dog too. Something I really like about Peyton is she always tries to get our...
Maddison M.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kayla and I have been working with children for the past 9 years. I am a friendly, caring, responsible, hardworking, and an outgoing person. In high school I babysat and tutored for several different families. I started working at GHF when I was 16. I worked my way up to Supervisor where I managed up to 8...
5.0
"Kayla was wonderful with our girls! She was always punctual, communicative, and friendly. She was super interactive with our girls, bringing along craft materials and taking them to the library and museum. Kayla was wonderful in handling some behavioral challenges...
Erin R.
Jennifer H.
Gainesville, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been a nanny for more than 10 years now. I was a nanny for a family for 11 years. They started as a family of 3, but grew into a family of six by the end! I have a lot of experience with infants all the way up to teenagers. I also have experience with children with different special needs. For example, I've watched hearing...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer is a 10/10 as nanny's go and a gem of a person. She is smart, sweet, and genuinely loves children. She is naturally organized and a hard worker. She's a phenomenal cook. I always felt relaxed and happy when Jennifer would come. She gave love and...
Anita W.
Hello, my name is Genesis! I am a certified K-6 teacher and am currently teaching 5th grade. I graduated from the University of Florida with my Bachelor's degree in Elementary (2018) and Masters degree in Special Education (2019). I have many years of experience working with children as I knew working with children was something...
Genesis can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Emily E.
Gainesville, FL
$50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and enthusiastic childcare provider with a genuine passion for fostering children's growth and development. I have three years of experience caring for children of various ages, and I'm comfortable looking after up to four children at a time.
As someone with some college education, I understand the importance of...
Hi I'm 19 years old, a freshman in college at santa fe studying architecture. I love spending time with kids. I've spent the past two summers working as a camp counselor at camp crystal lake. It has been the best experience of my life and I made amazing memories with so many kids of all ages. I also have a big family and have...
Brooke can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Liliana P.
Gainesville, FL
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Lily, I am a 20-year-old college student currently studying at the University of Florida. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and have experience with children ranging from the ages of 1-14. As well as minimal experience with special needs children. I have always loved kids and often find myself...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started working with kids when I was 10. There is an age gap between my siblings and I so I started helping out with babysitting my nieces and nephews young. When I was 12 my sister owned a daycare and I would help with food prep, park adventures, nap time and learning time.
In my spare time, I like to hike. I'm a beginner...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have many years' working with children, babies and adults. I am a fit active grandma of seven grandchildren spread throughout the country. I can help with most aspects of childcare including Cooking/Meal Preparation, night-time rituals, even once you are comfortable with me possible overnights or weekends.
Every situation is...
Lana can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ciera C.
Gainesville, FL
$13-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My experience includes three years of caring for children of various ages, during which I've developed a strong ability to create a safe and nurturing environment. I'm patient, creative, and always looking for fun and...
Maria I.
Gainesville, FL
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a creative and imaginative childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. I have a graduate degree and one year of experience as a childcare provider and I'm currently working in a Day Care, during which I've developed a knack for communicating with parents about their child's day.
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a child welfare case manager. I have my bachelor's degree in criminology and am working on my Master's in Social Work. I have 10+ years working with children of all
populations and different settings to include autistic children, behavior focused children, and all ages. I have a flexible schedule with work and am completely...
Alayna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alayna was very attentive to our three small dogs. She is responsible and trustworthy and kept us updated with pictures and texts. Will definitely hire her again in the future!"
Jennifer T.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Alachua, FL
Peyton H.
5.0
We love Peyton! She's always a few minutes early, has never canceled on us and our son always enjoys his time with her. Peyton is super respectful of our home and is great with our family dog too. Something I really like about Peyton is she always tries to get our son outside and into the fresh air...
- Maddison M.
Kayla O.
5.0
Kayla was wonderful with our girls! She was always punctual, communicative, and friendly. She was super interactive with our girls, bringing along craft materials and taking them to the library and museum. Kayla was wonderful in handling some behavioral challenges with our older girl (who was I...
- Erin R.
Jennifer H.
5.0
Jennifer is a 10/10 as nanny's go and a gem of a person. She is smart, sweet, and genuinely loves children. She is naturally organized and a hard worker. She's a phenomenal cook. I always felt relaxed and happy when Jennifer would come. She gave love and attention to all my kids, and with a baby...
- Anita W.
Alayna K.
5.0
Alayna was very attentive to our three small dogs. She is responsible and trustworthy and kept us updated with pictures and texts. Will definitely hire her again in the future!
- Jennifer T.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Alachua, FL:
How can I find a Alachua babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Alachua, FL can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 7 babysitters in Alachua, FL on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Alachua, FL?
The average rate for Alachua, FL babysitters on Care.com is $15.86 per hour as of March 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Alachua, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Alachua, FL through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.