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261 babysitters are listed in Fort Myers, FL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Fort Myers, FL
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Emma, a 26-year-old babysitter with 15+ years of experience caring for both special needs and typically developing children. I'm passionate about creating safe, inclusive environments where kids can thrive. With patience and adaptability, I provide individualized care and support children's growth. From imaginative play...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emma is wonderful! She is currently taking care of my 4-month-old infant. She is fantastic with him and such a joy to work with. Emma is on-time and reliable. She cares deeply about my son and it is clear that she enjoys the care-taking of children. And, as a...
Lauren F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi and thank you in advance for considering me as your children's or family member's caregiver. My name is Trish and I have my MS in Education with several years teaching children of all ages and abilities. I am originally from NY where I was a classroom teacher. I owned and operated an In Home Family Daycare for 14 years in my...
Patricia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Trish has been amazing with my daughter. She has many years of experience working with children and you can tell she is very passionate about it. She is always working on teaching our 14 month old new things, such as sign language. Which is very helpful with their...
Madison M.
Josephina A.
Fort Myers, FL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Josie and I love working with kids. I have my bachelors in psychology and will be returning to graduate school for my masters. I have 5 years of experience working with children. I work best with 1-3 kids, most ages. Keeping your kiddos happy and entertained is my main goal, but keeping them safe during our...
Josephina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Josie is SUCH a sweetheart! She sat for us on a last minute date night and my 4 year old daughter absolutely ADORED her. She has been talking about her ever since! My daughter sometimes has a hard time going to sleep without her mama, but Josie did well with her...
Ashley M.
Amanda B.
Fort Myers, FL
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Caregiver For Children/Elderly Or Special Needs Available!
5.0
(2)
I have experience working in the child care setting teaching preschool and also working in younger classrooms as well, before I obtained my bachelors degree in education. Currently I am a stay at home mother of three who is looking to help out other parents with child care as needed, from my home! My children are younger and...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Amanda is fantastic, organized, punctual, kind, and my daughter loved her!"
Amanda C.
Leonor T.
Fort Myers, FL
$61/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Want Every Kid I Know To Succeed While Still Enhancing Their Creativity.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as adventurous, organized, creative.
I like working with kids because it unlocks my creativity.
I started working with kids when I was 13 at my church .
In my spare time, I like to workout and binge watch my favorite tv shows.
5.0
"She's very sharp with everything I didn't need to tel her what to do she already knew what to do she's very well at taking care of my child."
Aliciaa S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a nurturing free spirited woman who enjoys helping others with love and compassion. I love nature and enjoy doing outdoor activities. Health is very important to me, which is why I live a healthy lifestyle to the best of my ability. This has been a beautiful humbling experience because it has allowed me to connect deeper...
5.0
"Nicole did an amazing job with our twin 4yo boys. They kept asking for her following her watching them!"
David R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started working with kids when I was 16! I babysat for families in my neighborhood.
Now, I have had experience as a teacher assistant at the Goddard school and experience as a lead toddler teacher at Fundamentals learning center in Columbus, Ohio. I moved to Fort Myers in June of 2024, and am hoping to continue my passion of...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is always on time very good with kids she watched my nieces and nephews a few times they love her she is kind and very nurturing my nieces can have a hard time with sitters she is the best sitter we had"
Marcu C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Makayla! I am 21 years old and I have been a nanny since I was 17.
I got my infant CPR certification in 2022 but need to renew it as it expired in 2024.
I have experience as a live in nanny, full time nanny, and part time nanny. As well as a travel nanny.
I have worked with kids ages 3 weeks - 12 years...
Makayla can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Makayla is truly one of the best care takers I’ve had. Very responsible and helps a lot with household tasks."
Care member
Nicole C.
Fort Myers, FL
$20-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) as I have a strong passion in working with children and families! I received my Master of Science in Child Life from the College of Charleston and my Bachelor of Science in Family Sciences and Psychology from the University of Kentucky. I have an abundance of experience...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Nicole came on time and appeared very comfortable from the start. We chose her because of her experience working with infants in the past, and she did a great job with our 10 week old. We plan to hire her again in the future!"
Meredith D.
Destiny M.
Fort Myers, FL
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Destiny and I currently am a first year teacher for 4th grade! I teach during the day(M-F 8:30-3:50). I am available to help after school or even on weekends! I have had many years of experience caring after my siblings from such a young age and I have also had experiencing caring for kids outside of my family back...
Destiny can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"I have worked professionally with Destiny. She is dependable, nurturing, and great with kids. She has experience with children and teens. If you are looking for a date night sitter or someone to drive your kids to and from places, she is your girl!"
Julie R.
5.0
(1)
Nanny for 8 years:
Newborns
Multiple
Nanny Share
School ages
Reliable transportation
CPR/First Aid
SIDS certified
Gentle parenting
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's very fun, energetic, loving and my children loved her! "
Elise W.
Madeleine S.
Fort Myers, FL
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madeleine S. I go by Maddie! I recently moved to the Fort Myers area after graduating with my bachelor's degree in Childhood, Early Childhood, and Special Education. I'm currently working on my Master's in Literacy as well. I am from Buffalo, NY and I have had experience working in childcare and classrooms with...
Madeleine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Maddy was great with my child. She has a great personality and friendly that made my child feel comfortable, right from the start. I would definitely recommend her as a hire to anyone."
Jason C.
5.0
(1)
Hi :)
My name is Jade, I'm 21 & currently enrolled at FGCU college of education, in hopes to be a 2nd grade teacher.
I have always loved children, I was even coined the "mother goose" of my family due to how much I'd sit for my younger siblings and cousins.
I am looking for full time job opportunity
My most recent work...
5.0
"I love Jade. I actually grew up with Jade, and there is no other person in this world I would trust with my children. She is such a bubbly and fun person. My kids adore her. Definitely hire her!"
Sabrina D.
5.0
(4)
Hi dear families, my name is Alejandra, I am 30 years old, I speak English and Spanish and I have more than 4 years of experience in childcare. I had the opportunity to belong to the Au Pair program which allowed me to learn a lot more about the care and needs of children. I have had the opportunity to take care of children of...
Alejandra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Its a great nanny, she has a lot of experience taking care my baby’s. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Janine. I moved from California 9 yrs ago , where I worked in the chino valley school system with special education for 10 years , I love children of all ages , also the furry kind I am responsible , reliable , punctual, and trustworthy . You can count on me. I understand children and I am always able to work thru...
Janine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Janine was great, especially because we needed someone on short notice. She watched our two boys, ages 3 and 6, made sure they were fed, and got them ready for (and into) bed. Communicated really well with us before and while we were out. She was more than...
Brian J.
Bailey F.
Fort Myers, FL
$13-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Registered Nurse seeking part-time employment as a caregiver for a senior in Fort Myers.
I have been a RN for 5 years, with 2 years of experience working in orthopedic surgery, 2 years of experience travel nursing, and nearly one year of experience private-duty caregiving.
I am experienced in working with dementia and stroke...
Bailey can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Bailey is fantastic! She's very dependable and reliable. I trust her with the most important part of my life- my kids. They love her and she's practically part of the family!"
Jason S.
Hailey L.
Fort Myers, FL
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am very reliable, patient, and creative. While I have the most experience with 1-2-year-olds, I am comfortable taking care of children of any age. I'm happy to do tasks such as light housework and cooking if needed. I am willing to help your child with any school work they need assistance with. I am also an experienced swimmer...
Hailey can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"Hailey is hands down incredible! She has been taking care of my one and a half year old daughter over the past year and her help has been unmatched. I've grown to depend on her for just about everything.
My daughter has a global delay with a severe speech...
Vania B.
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Emily. I am 28 years old and currently work as a legal assistant. I attended college in Florida where I babysat for a family with the sweetest little girl and 2 dogs for 2. 5 years. It was my favorite job I've ever had! Since moving home to Illinois, I have worked in real estate law. Though I am thankful for the...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily is my daughter so I am biased. However, she has impressed me in so many ways. She is so patient and fair but more than anything, she really cares about other people and their feelings. She is a vegetarian after she saw a video on how animals are...
Jim N.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 32 years old and new to the Fort Myers area. I have worked through care. com with numerous families since 2016 and have previously cared for children ages new born and up. I love kids and look forward to starting with a new family!
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
4.0
"Jenna watched my 3 year old son on a weekly basis, she did a great job, was dependable and flexible."
Margaret S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
i'm 26 years old and I have a 6-year-old son, i'm a very patient person and capable of achieving everything I set my mind to, I love playing with children and taken them for walks. For more than 7 years I have had experience with children of different ages, mostly with younger children.
I have some experience with children with...
Karem can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Karem is a trustworthy, caring and organized professional. She always goes above and beyond what is expected. Karem is always on time. I do not know what I would do without her. I have utilized her services for over a year."
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fort Myers, FL
Emma S.
5.0
Emma cared for our girls and was nothing short of amazing! She helped with the house along with the girls & made my life much easier! I highly recommend her!
- Care member
Patricia A.
5.0
Trish has been amazing with my daughter. She has many years of experience working with children and you can tell she is very passionate about it. She is always working on teaching our 14 month old new things, such as sign language. Which is very helpful with their communication skills. I appreciate...
- Madison M.
Josephina A.
5.0
We originally hired Josie as a one-time sitter to fill in last minute, and now she works with us 2-3x a week. Josie takes care of our 2 young boys and is always helpful and super reliable, as well as professional. She is great at keeping up with them and keeping them occupied. We highly recommend...
- Jocelynn G.
Amanda B.
5.0
Amanda is a dedicated mother of 3. She is fun and shows patience and love with children. She creates a language rich environment and is good at fostering social skills in kids. Her genuine liability and kindness shine, making her a gem!!
- Shelley C.
Leonor T.
5.0
She's very sharp with everything I didn't need to tel her what to do she already knew what to do she's very well at taking care of my child.
- Aliciaa S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fort Myers, FL:
How can I find a Fort Myers babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Fort Myers, 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 261 babysitters in Fort Myers, 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 Myers, FL?
The average rate for Fort Myers, FL babysitters on Care.com is $18.13 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 Fort Myers, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Fort Myers, 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 Myers, FL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Fort Myers, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 173 reviews of the 261 listed babysitters.