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60 babysitters are listed in Alachua, FL
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Alachua, FL
Dina K.
Gainesville, FL
$30-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
I'm a patient, calm, and creative individual with a strong desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. My 12 years of experience as a childcare provider have equipped me with the skills and knowledge necessary to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your child. I believe in fostering children's growth and...
Dorean A.
Gainesville, FL
$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have had the pleasure of taking care of children of all ages since the age of 12. I have enjoyed taking care of their daily needs as well as providing entertainment. I have a lot of energy, I am patient, and I love children. I have a 1-year-old girl and I have enjoyed watching her grow every day. I am passionate about taking...
Dorean can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Hi my name is Lauren. I am a mother to 3 wonderful children ages 4, 3, and 1. I currently stay home with them while I finish up my last two semesters in my Doctorate of nursing practice program at UF. Prior to having children, I worked in the burn ICU at Shands for 7 years. I have a lot of experience with children, adults and...
Hello! I'm 'Lex,' and I'm an experienced Nanny with over 10 years of childcare expertise. I'm passionate about creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children, focusing on their growth and development. My background includes working with children of various ages, and I'm dedicated to tailoring care to each child's...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm Cami, Looking for jobs aswell as helping Families, I have years of experience when it comes to babysitting, Housekeeping and pet care, I am able to speak three languages, have fun, and be responsible!
5.0
(4)
Spanish nanny with more than 19 years experience, highly recommended by my prior clients. I took care of two girls from 1993 thru 2002. I also clean houses as additional. I can provide letters of recommendation and phone numbers of prior clients.
Maritza can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I’ve known Maritza for 31 years! She took care of my first born, and I don’t know what I would have idone without her! She is kind and caring and the best cook!😋She cleaned my house for years after the girls started school and we have remained good friends. We...
Care member
Laquinda M.
Gainesville, FL
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently seeking to assist parents in the Gainesville, FL area who require a babysitter, whether it's a full-time or part-time commitment. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages, from infants to older children. I'm completely comfortable with any age group. I've always had a deep love for children...
Laquinda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were very lucky to have Laquinda help us. She is reliable and punctual, and even helped us with the potty training of our toddler. Would hire her again"
Carl D.
5.0
(23)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been nannying and babysitting for over 10 years now. Looking after children has become a true passion of mine. I have loved helping local families and building connections that have fostered an amazing community for me here . I graduated in May 2024 from UF with my B. S. S. B. E and am currently pursuing my...
Jazlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jazlyn came through for me when I was in a bind and on New Years Eve! She was punctual, communicated beautifully and was absolutely lovely and I would book her again. Thank you Jazlyn!"
Kara B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
For starters, I am 23 years old, I have been nannying since 2020, and I have experience with all sorts of families and children. I graduated in Fall 2022 with my B. S. in Public Health. Over the years, I have learned so much about language development, health, and little tips and tricks to make life easier. During my...
Cheyenne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"From the moment we met Cheyenne, we knew we found someone special. Almost instantly our daughter was at ease, and took to her very quickly. Cheyenne is very mature, punctual, organized and developed a genuine and caring relationship with our daughter and the...
Jason And Mikala C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have over 8 years of childcare experience. I have sat for all ages; newborns to preteens. In Gainesville I've been a Gator Mentor for three years volunteering at various elementary schools in Alachua County, doing mostly aftercare/homework help. I worked as a classroom assistant/therapist assistant at Collage Day School...
Suzanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Suzanna to drive my daughter to middle school whenever my husband and I both had early work schedules, and she was such a lifesaver!! We were in a situation where I had to be at work about 2 hours before school started, so I needed to either find her a...
Liesel B.
Alexis L.
Newberry, FL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm Looking For Children I Can Watch After I Get Out Of Class On Weekdays.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently employed as a QMS Complaint Coordinator and a former Head Cheerleading Coach and an EDEP Counselor. I obtained my A. A. in Biological Science and my BSc in Biomedical Science from the University of Central Florida.
I am currently working with families requesting aid with homework/tutoring after school or for...
Alexis can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very outgoing and works well with children. She always has a smile on her face and is always ready to help. "
Dagan M.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! My name is Kyra, I'm 24 years old and right now, I'm part time employed at Pita Pit, but a very experienced young adult. Since having this account, a lot of things have changed! I now have a 14-year-old brother, 11-year-old sister, and gained two adopted sisters into my family and they are now 8 and 5.
Kyra can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"We had an interview with Kyra to care for our daughter, and she was very good with her! She interacted very well with our daughter, and she is a kind, caring young woman. Although we were unable to work with Kyra for scheduling reasons, we would highly recommend...
Melody C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Abby and I am a student at UF. I am majoring in Biology and minoring in UFTeach. I am minoring in teaching because I love working with kids and I especially love teaching STEM. This means I'm experienced in tutoring and homework help! I am an animal lover and I spend my free-time playing video games with my family...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our family has know Abby for several years and she has always been such a kind and caring mentor to our children. We have always been so fond of her and one evening, when our sitter was not available, we asked Abby to come take care of the kids. We came home that...
Sienna A.
Ellie B.
Gainesville, FL
$18-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a student at the University of Florida studying health education and behavior, and I'm super passionate about caring for children. With over six years of experience, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, fun, and educational environment for your kids. My patience, creativity, and friendly demeanor allow...
Ellie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very sweet and patient. She was very caring and attentive with my newborn. Will definitely have her back."
Melody C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey everyone! I'm currently a second year master's student at UF pursuing a degree in sustainable development. This is my third year in a row using care. com and am a big fan of the site, I've found lots of great families to work with. I've worked with infants to teens so I have a wide rage of experience with different aged...
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bailey was amazing! Our daughter warmed right up to her and loved when she came over to hangout with her! Would definitely recommend her "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Veronica and I am a college student who loves working with children. I have been a counselor at summer camps and love creating a fun and safe environments where children can learn, grow. I always strive to make sure they have a positive and enjoyable experience under my care. I understand that parents are...
Veronica can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My daughter loves Veronica! We’ve used her only a handful of times but she has always been prompt and professional. She has also helped take my bigger kids to their after school activities. Will definitely use her again in the future. "
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am seeking job opportunities in or near Newberry, Florida. I bring extensive experience in childcare, beginning with many years of babysitting, to two years in a preschool setting before transitioning to nannying-being with five families from 2018 to the present.. I adapted during quarantine by teaching virtual preschool using...
Kaytlin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Kaytlin has been our nanny since September and we could NOT imagine our life without her! She is absolutely amazing, a part of our family, and our daughter adores her! She's always early, always happy, and makes our busy lives run smoothly."
Sara T.
5.0
(1)
I have worked in Daycare off and on for years. I started babysitting when I was 14. And have heard from one family I was the best Sitter they ever had. I also worked with Children in the Pre-K School system. Teaching them Occupational Therapy Skills as needed to help them be ready to enter Kindergarten. I have a 16-year-old son...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Haley and I am a master's student at the University of Florida and I am pursing a degree in English Education to become an English teacher! I have a lot of experience being a nanny/babysitter and have assisted children from the ages of 2 weeks old, to 13 years old. Also, I am the oldest of two younger siblings...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Great! Polite, responsible, dependable. "
Lindsay S.
Kaitlyn T.
High Springs, FL
$15-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
With over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages, I have grown confident and absolutely love the work I do. I love to combine my passion for outdoor activities, nature, and art with my career of working with children. I am a ski instructor with a background in camp counseling, guiding adventures, and I have...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaitlyn is very reliable and absolutely adored by my 4 and 2 year olds! They get so excited when I tell them Kaitlyn is coming to hang out with them for a few hours."
Vienna O.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Alachua, FL
Maritza A.
5.0
Maritza was a godsend for our family during the last year of my mother’s life. She is one of the kindest people I have ever met, and my mom was very attached to her. My mother was bedridden the last year of her life and required 24/7 care. Maritza took amazing care of my mother who could not walk...
- Care member
Laquinda M.
5.0
We were very lucky to have Laquinda help us. She is reliable and punctual, and even helped us with the potty training of our toddler. Would hire her again
- Carl D.
Jazlyn Y.
5.0
Jazlyn was a life-saver for us! She had great communication, showed up early, and was great with the kids. She even got them out of the hotel room so they weren't cooped up all night. Highly recommend her!
- Care member
Cheyenne L.
5.0
Cheyenne is excellent and we recommend her highly. She has watched our initially infant son from two to seven months and continuing. She has been exceedingly communicative and attentive. Our son has been very challenging; with colic, she has met the challenge. If you get the opportunity to hire...
- Paul P.
Suzanna N.
5.0
I hired Suzanna to drive my daughter to middle school whenever my husband and I both had early work schedules, and she was such a lifesaver!! We were in a situation where I had to be at work about 2 hours before school started, so I needed to either find her a ride to school or take her to school a...
- Liesel B.
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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 5.0. 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 April 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.