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659 babysitters are listed in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Fort Lauderdale, FL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Smart, reliable, humorous, caring... those are just a few words to describe me. I believe that it is important to engage with children during babysitting, we will do arts and crafts, puzzles, painting, dress up, or board games.
Need a day off? A night out? Overnight sitter?
I am available for babysitting evenings, weekends,...
Adriana can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We are so glad to have Adriana as our babysitter! Adriana is always on time, very reliable, and most importantly - our kids love her! We are so glad we found her on Care.com!"
Samantha Z.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two wonderful boys. I was never able to finish my teaching career in my country (Argentina). I have Early Childhood and CPR certifications. I love kids. I have newborns and twins experience. Also, I am did work in Sundays school. I am looking for a nice family to work for, because I like to have a good...
Graciela can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Graciela is flexible responsible and patient with children. She watched my daughters for over a year and had an environment conducive to children's needs safety wise and for playtime and meals. I highly recommend her for a job as she is dependable and trustworthy"
Deyfi A.
Keyana S.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Keyana. I am a 30-year-old experienced nanny of almost 7 years. In addition to being a full-time nanny for seven years, I have been my families baby sitter since I was 13 years old. I also have done occasional babysitting for a few other families as well. I am familiar with children of all ages. As a nanny I have...
Keyana can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"I am a very busy professional with a demanding career. I rely heavily on someone who can help care for and manage my children. Keyana has been with our family for over 5 years. We currently have an 11 year old boy, 9 year old girl, 8 year old boy, and 8 month...
Colette R.
Viviana G.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Available/Night Time In Weekends Besides The Full-Time Day
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
To begin, I have 2 boys that I am very proud of. One is 23 years old and the other is 18. I love children, spending time with them, play and cook for them... Making them feel very special. I can read and teach them everything according to their age. By the end of the day, I love putting a smile on kid's faces and really impact...
Viviana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there I'm Jazlynn! With 8 years of babysitting experience and 4 years as a professional nanny, I've got the skills to keep your little ones happy and safe. I'm known for being nurturing, patient, and trustworthy. I have experience with light cleaning, and meal preparation, as well as CPR and first aid certified. Feel free to...
Jazlynn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We have been working with Jaz since our son was a few months old. He is now 18 months. Jaz has always been great with him but last week, she helped us for our wedding weekend! She became the MVP of the night. She was with our son during our ceremony, reception and...
Sheli G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Angela, but I go by Angie. I am 20 years old and I am a sophomore at the University of Florida studying Public Relations with a minor in Latin American Studies. I am back home in South Florida for the summer. I am also fluent in Spanish. I have 4 years of experience babysitting. I can help with groceries, errands,...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very prompt on time, easy to communicate with and responsive. Our children liked her and they were well kept while we were out. "
Care member
Love L.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I started babysitting my little sister, close family, and friends at the age of 13. I am willing to do multiple activities with children and even help out with homework as much as I can. I will do whatever it takes to make sure your child is safe and happy. I have no problem with doing small task around the house as...
Gabrielle G.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm currently an undergraduate student looking for a part time babysitting job. I have several years of experience in child care including 2 years of babysitting experience ranging from the ages of 3-13, 3 years of being a camp counselor, and 2 years of being a tennis coach to children's ages 4-15. I have CPR training and am...
Gabrielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I’ve had Gabrielle babysit for my kids ages 4 and 10 and she has always taken such amazing care of them. They ask me often when Gaby will be back to play with them and it truly shows me how much they enjoy their time with her. She’s always on time and easy to get...
Carly G.
5.0
(3)
I absolutely love kids and enjoy babysitting! Pets part of the family? No problem, I'm also an animal lover! I have over 6 years of baby sitting experience, non smoker and have reliable transportation to assist with pickup/drop off and/or errands. Also babysit for families on vacation at hotels/resorts and for occasional date...
Gabriela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Gabby is kind, honest and very responsible. My daughter loves spending time with her."
Danielle H.
Jenna M.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Jenna I am a nursing major at Nova Southeastern University currently in my sophomore year. Being a babysitter was my first job at 16 years old my cousins as well of family friends for many years. I've had internship at a hospital and then became a waitress at a restaurant in my hometown area!
In my spare time, l like...
5.0
"Jenna is amazing! My 11-year old daughter absolutely loved spending time with her. They cooked and baked and had a great time. She's cheerful and responsible. We will definitely hire her again. "
Dana V.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified teacher. I recently retired. My degrees are in Education and Special Education. Over my career I have worked with children who were toddlers until college age. I am kind, caring, patient, animated, and always developed a great rapport with children. I am a visual artist too and can work with your child with arts...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa was phenomenal nanny with my two daughters.she cared for my children when they were six months old until they turned two years old . Melissa weaned my children from milk to regular food .she is an excellent cook and prepared and fed them only healthy meals...
Avshalim A.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Destinee.
I am currently a 22-year-old new graduate registered nurse with some free time and would love to care for and watch kids!
**Newly licensed and awaiting employment, hence the extra free time.
** Willing to provide proof of licensure.
** Experience direct care with pediatrics and geriatrics.
Destinee can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I interviewed Destinee; she is professional and a charming young lady."
Jowana K.
Quinta C.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$13-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
3.3
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I completely adore children & am very fond of the family aspect. I'm actually the oldest of 4! I also have experience working with children through volunteering with the organization HandsOn Broward. I've had an internship with Broward College where I aided the students with their academic & personal situations....
5.0
"Very sweet, we were very happy with the services received. She did a great job babysitting both my kids (ages 1yr and 2yr). I will recommend her to anyone."
Melody C.
Maria A.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$22-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Maria. I was a nanny for 2 families in San Francisco for 6 years after having worked as an assistant / after care teacher for 2 years in Florida.
I recently moved back to Florida to be closer to my family and am hoping to continue to do what I love most: being a nanny and helping out families that need an extra...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Maria helped us with our 11-month-old during a transition period and was amazing. It took my daughter some time to acclimate to someone new but Maria never let up and by the third day my daughter was already in love with playing Maria. She helped with all aspects...
Joel M.
Rose B.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$10-15/hr • 13 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as flexible, playful, & responsible.
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old, starting off as a mother's helper & working my way up to being a full-time nanny :) I am the oldest of many, many younger cousins, giving me the experience of taking care of kids at a young age. This ranges in...
Rose can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"she has the most compassion i have ever seen. her care for my 8 month old and 3 year old was amazing every time. She is so reliable and was my nanny for 1 year before i moved out of the state. I felt very safe and comfortable with my kids in her care and I would...
Care member
Amarilis R.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 3 girls and I am 60 years old I am Cuban but live in USA for 52 years I Work before as a baby sitter and as. I have 8 years working as a caregiver, I am responsible, punctual, flexible and attentive in all my assignments.
Amarilis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Amarilis for our 3-month-old and had her watched our baby girl for about 4 months. It's so sad she had to move out of CA and we missed her ever since. While she's here, she's always punctual (never late to work) and so responsible. She's also flexible,...
Yushih H.
5.0
(2)
I came to the United States in 1987, from Dublin, Ireland, to be an au pair. I worked as a full time nanny, for the same family for 7 years. I LOVED it! We are still friends to this day. I moved to Florida, got married and have 4 children. I have homeschooled my children for 22 years. I am now 57 with almost 40 years of...
Janet can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Janet is very loving and helpful. I trust her with my house and my kids. She does a great job and what I love the most about her is that she always goes above and beyond. I can always count on her. She's a lovely lady. I highly recommend her!"
Lilian M.
Tammy F.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have cared for children ages ranging from infant to teenager. I have worked as an LPN in pediatric nursing and massage therapy with fragile children to very vibrant teenagers. I have a background in Equine therapy for the child as a volunteer in a therapeutic program in Coconut Creek, Fl.
Tammy can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"When my daughter was a infant and then again in her teens, Tammy was a very big help in her nurturing and care. Not only did I trust her to watch her when I was not home, she was someone my daughter could confide in. She introduced T. to the world of horses which...
Nancy A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a graduate Psychologist. I'm Colombian and I have my legal documents in the U. S., I am a resident. I'm single and I have no children. I have always been very loving and caring for each other. I have developed a passion to take care of children and senior care and see my job as a daily exciting and motivating job to have....
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very personable... Was on time... Very good at organizing."
Celeste V.
Lina T.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$25-32/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm very passionate about kids, I have worked with children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers for about 7 years. I enjoy playing games and planning different activities with the kids to help them grow strong, self-confident and happy.
I'm a caring, reliable, and trustworthy person.
I also love to teach my native...
Lina can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Where do I start to describe the most beautiful person we've ever met inside and out? Lina is an absolute treasure and has helped me with problems I didn't even realize I had. My wife had a difficult pregnancy and Lina was there to pick up any and all slack. You...
John M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Adriana D.
5.0
We are so glad to have Adriana as our babysitter! Adriana is always on time, very reliable, and most importantly - our kids love her! We are so glad we found her on Care.com!
- Samantha Z.
Graciela S.
5.0
She is a caring and kind person. She adores children, and is very nurturing
- Elizabeth C.
Keyana S.
5.0
I am a very busy professional with a demanding career. I rely heavily on someone who can help care for and manage my children. Keyana has been with our family for over 5 years. We currently have an 11 year old boy, 9 year old girl, 8 year old boy, and 8 month girl. My kids ADORE her. One time...
- Colette R.
Jazlynn S.
5.0
We hired Jaz to care for our 4-month-old full-time as my wife's maternity leave ended. From the interview, Jaz's warmth, kindness and patience shone through - she was an automatic fit for our family. Jaz worked to help us build a routine and schedule. She is proactive and did a lot of research to...
- Amit K.
Angela R.
5.0
Very prompt on time, easy to communicate with and responsive. Our children liked her and they were well kept while we were out.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fort Lauderdale, FL:
How can I find a Fort Lauderdale babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Fort Lauderdale, 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 659 babysitters in Fort Lauderdale, FL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL?
The average rate for Fort Lauderdale, FL babysitters on Care.com is $19.11 per hour as of January 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Fort Lauderdale, 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.
Ratings for Fort Lauderdale, FL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Fort Lauderdale, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 358 reviews of the 659 listed babysitters.