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You'll usually find me taking a hike or bringing my dogs to the local dog park! If I'm not outside I am a substitute teacher in Nashville or bartending. My two favorite things in life are both my Italian Greyhounds. I'm currently deciding if I want a future in animal or child care.
Barbara can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Briana. Let me tell you a little about myself! I am 29 years old, I graduated from UCONN in 2015 as a nursing major. I have my BSN in nursing and worked as a labor and delivery nurse and then went on to work as a pediatric ICU Nurse. My passion is children but I moved on and got my masters in anesthesia so I'm...
Briana can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Faith F.
Alva, FL
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've always held a deep passion for nurturing the growth and development of young minds. With four years of experience in childcare, I'm skilled at caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My calm and patient nature allows me to create a nurturing environment where children feel safe and loved.
I understand...
Rheyanna M.
Fort Myers, FL
$20-26/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is RheyAnna, I am 21 years old and currently pursing a major in Social work to reform the foster care system. I have many years of experience working with children of all ages . My absolute favorite place in the world is Disney! I was born and raised in Florida . During my free time I spend it at the beach , or...
Tyler G.
Lehigh Acres, FL
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have worked with all ages from birth to age 8 years old, from changing diapers to creating and implementing lessons and redirection as needed
Tyler can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Maria A.
Lehigh Acres, FL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Heave 4 Children,and They Ground Up ,and Get Marriged ,I Like Help You ,taker You Children .
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi - my name is Maria. I'm a very happy person. I have 13 years experience cleaning houses. I would like an opportunity to clean yours. I have several references if needed.
God bless
Maria
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Maria has been babysitting for me for 2 weeks now. She's very dependable and the boys love her. Every time she leaves my youngest son gets upset and he normally doesn't connect (being he is autistic)with anyone like that but has with her. I would recommend her to...
Brittany J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello future parents my name is Lindsay. I've been taking care of kids for 18 years. I've worked in preschools, taught piano, and have babysat before. I enjoy reading to children , making crafts, teaching music, watching movies, etc.
I am very flexible.
Lindsay can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Reliable and good with the kids. Follows instructions. Punctual and responsive to communication. Hits all our requirements. Will definitely use again in future!"
Philip W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey, I am Silvia, 59 yo, Brazilian woman . I become American citizen in January 2020. I have been working as nanny, babysitting, pet sitter, housekeeping, house sitting, organizing, personal assistant, kids arts and crafts teacher since I arrived in USA on 1999.
I have been using my skills on cleanliness, creativity and...
Silvia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Silvia was an amazing addition to our family. She was with our family for almost five years. She was willing to help with whatever task we needed help with. Silvia was wonderful with our daughters and also caring for our dog and house sitting while our family...
Karina O.
Kumarie H.
Fort Myers, FL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.4
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kumarie. I live in Fort Myers, FL with my 3 wonderful kids and my husband. I love making kids laugh and making them being a kid. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to young kids (including my own). With me, your children...
Kumarie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"This was our first time leaving our son with a sitter she made us feel comfortable my son really enjoyed spending time with kumarie. She did fun activities with our son and sent us videos and pictures while we were at work. We highly recommend Kumarie"
Tiffany R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Bailey and I'd love to offer my childcare services to your family! I have dedicated myself to creating a safe and enjoyable environment for the children that I care for. I bring over 10 years of experience in childcare, having worked with newborns to 17-year-olds. I worked in the childcare rooms at my church from...
Bailey can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids love Bailey. She is a great caretaker. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have many years of experience taking care of children. I am a mother of three children, ages 26, 23, and 21. I have a degree in Elementary Education and taught for three years. Also, I was a Teacher's Assistant in Religious Education. As an assistant, I would help the children with special needs. I was an Assistant...
Susan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"She helped me watch my twin 2 year olds when we needed a back up nanny. She was great with them, and very attentive. I highly recommend her!"
Alisa R.
Amy D.
Fort Myers, FL
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a housewife with plenty of spare time. I have a daughter who is a sophomore in College at FAU. We are from Colorado but lived in Pittsburgh for 6 years and moved to Florida from that area. I love kids and animals and love helping out families.
Brianna T.
Lehigh Acres, FL
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Young Adult Mom Looking To Watch/care For Your Loved Ones!
(CPR certified) Hello everyone! I am a young adult mom who loves kids and has always love caring for others. I recently moved to lehigh acres with my Fiancé and 3 fur babies.
Growing up I always took care of my little cousins and even some neighborhood kids. Due to these experiences I realized how much I truly wanted to make...
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
I've worked for a few individuals as a babysitter and I have thoroughly enjoyed it. I've worked with newborns up to children as 14 years old. I enjoy doing activities with the kids as well as finding creative ways to have fun. I'm experienced in preparing meals, helping with homework/ tutoring, bathing, changing diapers, and...
Danika can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
My name is Liz, I am a 26-year-old law student. I love being around children and have experience with babysitting.
Hello! My name is Samira :) I am currently a nursing student at FSW. I worked for Nicklaus Children's hospital for a year and a half before moving to southwest Florida. I am 20 I have my own car and I do no smoke. I am CPR certified and fluent in Spanish as well. I hope you'll consider me for the job!
Saige F.
Fort Myers, FL
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with four years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with kids stems from my previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a positive impact on their lives. I believe in supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option that gives them peace of mind.
My...
Katherin O.
Lehigh Acres, FL
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about supporting families by providing reliable childcare and nurturing their children's growth and development. I have 2 years of experience and come from a BIG family so taking care of littles has always been part of my life.
My strengths lie in my patience, creativity, and friendly nature. I am also a huge kid...
Katherin can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Laurent E.
Lehigh Acres, FL
$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Laurent, I am a CNA, I am Cuban, I do not speak English but I am very willing to learn. I am kind, responsible and hard-working, and I love my job. If they hire me they will have someone who will treat their family member with respect and affection. Thanks in advance. Sincerely Laurent
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Anijah I.
Lehigh Acres, FL
$12-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a high school graduate. During my sophomore year, I took Early Childhood Education and learned multiple things. Things such as lesson planning, snack time, carpet time, last but not least arts and crafts. Other than that, I grew up taking care of my younger siblings/cousins.
Anijah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Alva, FL
Maria A.
5.0
Maria has been babysitting for me for 2 weeks now. She's very dependable and the boys love her. Every time she leaves my youngest son gets upset and he normally doesn't connect (being he is autistic)with anyone like that but has with her. I would recommend her to other families as she's reliable,...
- Brittany J.
Lindsay H.
5.0
Reliable and good with the kids. Follows instructions. Punctual and responsive to communication. Hits all our requirements. Will definitely use again in future!
- Philip W.
Silvia N.
5.0
I hired three babysitters over the period of one year. I interviewed about 20 at least! Silvia was the only one that was reliable, trustworthy, honest, loving, her qualities and attributes are endless! I cannot brag enough about her! The other two babysitters we had we had to let one go due to being...
- Renata K.
Kumarie H.
5.0
This was our first time leaving our son with a sitter she made us feel comfortable my son really enjoyed spending time with kumarie. She did fun activities with our son and sent us videos and pictures while we were at work. We highly recommend Kumarie
- Tiffany R.
Bailey V.
5.0
My kids love Bailey. She is a great caretaker.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Alva, FL:
How can I find a Alva babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Alva, 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 3 babysitters in Alva, 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 Alva, FL?
The average rate for Alva, FL babysitters on Care.com is $17.67 per hour as of December 2024. 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 Alva, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Alva, FL through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.