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662 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
Shakira P.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, energetic, and laidback
I like working with kids because I love being able to show and give kids love and just to see happiness on their face makes me really happy. Ever since I was little I love taking care of my younger family members especially if they were still in their infant stage....
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Phoenix. I've been a child caretaker for over 8 years. I have experience working with multiple children at once, and varying age groups - anywhere between 6 to 16 years. I have a safe vehicle, clean driving record, clean personal record, and lots of dedication to offer. I normally help with transportation,...
Hello families! I am 30 years old and originally from Brazil. I am super punctual and reliable and love dogs! I have 6 years of experience with kids from newborn to 6. I am fully vaccinated and also have updated flu and tdap. I am looking for something Monday to Friday, full time
Yarimil R.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, My Name Is Yarimil But My Closest Circle Called Me Yari. I'm 21 Years Old.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe myself as a kind, patient, fun, and friendly person who genuinely enjoys working with children. I believe it's important for kids to feel safe, comfortable, and happy around the person caring for them.
I have 3 years of experience working with children, starting with caring for a baby when she was just 3 months...
Yarimil can also help with: Meal prep
Morgan K.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$12-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Morgan, and I am a current grad student at Nova Southeastern University. I have about 5+ years of experience of watching kids. I am comfortable caring for younger kids as well as older kids and can multitask looking after multiple kids in a household very well. I have very reliable transportation so I can assist...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Ingrid C.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$25/hr • 13 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as uplifting, friendly, and cheerful. I have a deep passion for working with children because I enjoy learning alongside them. I'm seeking a job where I can contribute positively and become part of a great family. Since 2013, I've dedicated myself to helping kids grow and overcome challenges, which is...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Certified prek-3 , k-12 ESE teacher with Miami Dade County public schools. I am currently teaching and have experience with tutoring with student in elementary and with special needs.
Skills:
Early Education
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I worked as a teaching assistant for two years at the Early Childhood Development Center at the University of Michigan-Flint where while I attended school there. I was trained using the Reggio Emilia approach which really allows for learning and development to be tailored to each individual child's needs instead of just one...
Ouckira can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Leila B.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and patient nanny with three years of experience. I am comfortable enforcing household rules and have experience caring for children of all ages. I am also a skilled swimmer and love doing arts and crafts.
I became a caregiver because being an only child made me appreciate spending time with children, and it...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Paola, I'm 27 years old and I'm Colombian. I studied environmental engineer in my country and currently I'm pursuing an MBA at Lynn University. I have experience with kids (since born - 11 years old). I was Au pair in Tennessee for 11 months and then in California for 14 months. My relation with the families is very good...
Yesica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Marcella P.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Marcella, a friendly and patient graphic design student with a passion for helping families and fostering children's growth. Although this would be my first official nanny position, I have experience taking care of my younger cousins, which inspired me to pursue this career path.
My creative side loves expressing itself...
I've spent the past six years providing high-quality, reliable childcare for families in my community, and it's a job I take great pride in. My passion for caring for children stems from my positive experiences in preschool teaching and my desire to make a positive impact on children lives.
I have a six year son as well so I...
Solimar R.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Solimar, and I have approximately 5 years of experience caring for children of various ages. I speak Spanish, English, and I'm currently learning Russian. I'm known for being creative and fun, with a passion for the arts-singing, music, and dance-and I love teaching everything I know.
I enjoy caring for...
Melanie H.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Melanie I'm a nurturing caregiver with a deep love for supporting children's growth and development. With four years of experience, I'm confident in caring for children of various ages, from infants to preteens. I'm equipped with CPR and First Aid certifications to ensure the safety of the children in my care....
Elien G.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$13-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Elien . I graduated with a degree in accounting and finance, in addition to the computer technician that I have. He worked with children in my country. I have patience and kindness. I like to encourage them and play educational games. Thank you.
Tanja H.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$13-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
Hello, I'm a proud mother of three children aged 14, 17, and 21. Fluent in English and German, I have a deep love for animals and enjoy spending time at the beach
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved children and find nothing more rewarding than caring for them. I have excellent communication and organizational skills and I pride myself on creating a positive, happy environment in which children can thrive. I have no doubt that I can take care of any children at any age. I have over 15 years of experience...
Marianella can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marianella did an amazing job deep cleaning our house! I would not hesitate to recommend her to family and friends."
Alex C.
Sally S.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$25-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
4.1
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Sally! I am a 33-year-old newlywed who has been babysitting since I was 14 and I nannied throughout college and after. I took a break from full time nannying after my last longterm family and used my college degree to work for hardrock. While it was fun it was something I wasn't passionate about. I just got certified as...
Sally can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sally has been watching my daughter since she was an infant who is currently 8. Even now her and my daughter have a very special bond and when available I use Sally as much as possible. She builds strong relationships with the people she works for and the children...
Cindy S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Whitney and I have been a babysitter for about 6 years now! I have lots of experience with kids ages 3 months -9 years! I just recently graduated from fau with my degree in early care education and i'm in grad school at FIU for communication and science disorders ( speech pathology). I live in Fort Lauderdale (...
Whitney can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Whitney has been so great with my son and even with our dog. She is really flexible and able to work with our schedule, which we had a very hard time finding someone able to do this. She has great communication and will send me pictures / videos. My son is...
Krystian D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I acquired my experience mainly through my children, nephews, nieces, and grandchildren. I am a pharmacist and retired professor from my country, Venezuela; here I worked as a certified pharmacy technician. However, I love kids and during the last 5 years, I have been babysitting and I feel very happy about it. I enjoy playing,...
Adela can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"By far she has been the best babysitter my kids have ever had! She did take good care of them
While I was traveling, she cared also about them not to be all the time on their iPads (most babysitter don't care about it) my kids enjoyed to be with her, and love her!...
KATERINA B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Marianella A.
5.0
Marianella, is one of those special people who come in your life and you don't want to let her go. I was very impressed how professional she is, and how much she catered to all of my needs. I am a very picky person and she was able to provide all the services with excellence. She is flexible, she...
- Bee W.
Sally S.
5.0
Sally recently helped us while we were visiting Florida for a week and we would undoubtedly hire her again, she was great! From the moment she arrived, she was perfectly comfortable with both our 2-year-old and our 6-week-old; throughout the week she moved easily between care for the two of them....
- Michelle L.
Whitney B.
5.0
Whitney has been so great with my son and even with our dog. She is really flexible and able to work with our schedule, which we had a very hard time finding someone able to do this. She has great communication and will send me pictures / videos. My son is extremely clingy to me and she does so...
- Krystian D.
Adela V.
5.0
Carolina became a valued member of our family. She was our daughter's nanny for about a year and a half from when she was 5 months old to 21 months old. Carolina was active with our daughter, brought her to various activities at the park, library, museum, etc and work with her to make sure she was...
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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 662 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 $19.08 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 363 reviews of the 662 listed babysitters.