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236 babysitters are listed in Gainesville, FL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Gainesville, FL
Brenna J.
Gainesville, FL
$21-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Brenna. I'm currently a film major at Valencia College. I was formerly a Monitor Support Tech at Shands for three years, where I monitored patients' heart rhythms and assisted patients with ambulation. Regarding child care, I have been babysitting a 5-year-old girl and a 7-year-old boy for the past four years....
Brenna can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brenna has been a supportive, consistent, responsible, reliable caregiver. She has adapted to my family's changing schedule and several times been there for us in emergencies. I hired Brenna primarily to pick up and drop off my child, but she engages with my child,...
Care member
Keshena H.
Gainesville, FL
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a warm, energetic, and reliable caregiver who is passionate about creating a fun and nurturing environment for kids. As bilingual (English/Spanish) communicator, I love connecting with children from all backgrounds and helping them grow in positive, creative ways. With experience ranging for 8 years, I have had to the...
Keshena can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Keshena is amazing with my 3-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son. She plans thoughtful arts and crafts, prepares delicious Peruvian dishes, and oversees water play and other outdoor activities for my children. I am sad she will leave our family soon because she is...
Liah C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've successfully babysat for 4 different families in my neighborhood, 3 families outside, and 4 care. com families (a total of 24 different kiddos) and am ready spread my experience. I took an EMR class in high-school, passing and becoming a certified EMR. I also received my CPR certification in two different classes in...
Melody can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melody has been a big help with our kids and my wife and I are so happy to have her in our lives. Our kids are excited when they know that she is coming over to watch them. Melody is always early and very intelligent and knowledgeable. We have full trust in her and...
Adam W.
Nicole P.
Gainesville, FL
$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Taking care of children has always been a passion of mine. Working with kids has always interested me in more ways possible of thinking. Their little brains are like sponges ready to absorb everything you tell them which is the reason one should be lenient, but fun at the same time so they can learn what boundaries are and mean....
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"took care of my daughters and I have no complaints! She was awesome best of the best"
Derick S.
I am a 21-year-old college student. I have worked in a daycare where I had my own class of 2-year-olds and I also was a nanny for a 6-month-old baby and her 4-year-old brother. I enjoy working with kids and have open availability.
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am currently a student in college. Being the oldest in my family, I have always watched over my own siblings. Aside from babysitting my own siblings, I have had multiple outside babysitting jobs for children, ages 1-9. I take my babysitting jobs very seriously and I absolutely love working with kids! I actually plan to be a...
Casey can also help with: Meal prep
Hi, my name is Nicole. I am 18 years old and I love children. I am very experienced with children from 6 months to 9 years old. I was a full-time babysitter over the summer until I had to go back to school. I'm trustworthy and a very active individual. I'm in college to become a lawyer and this is my freshman year. I'm very...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Greysi J.
Gainesville, FL
$13-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always enjoyed working with children and they seem to love me. I feel like I can bond with them and they feel that they can trust me. I have babysit different group ages of children and they have all been very well taken care off.
Greysi can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Sophiamarie D.
Gainesville, FL
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm looking for babysitting/nannying opportunities because I love children! I absolutely love cooking/cleaning and in all honesty you'll probably come home to a cleaner house than you left- messes are never an issue. I'm passionate about helping children with problem solving and I am very patient. I always want kids to have lots...
Sophiamarie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Hello! My name is Katie and I am a Junior at the University of Florida, but I'm currently home for the summer in Orlando. This past spring I did my classes online and lived in Germany as an au-pair for a family with 4 kids. I took care of an 8-year-old girl, 4-year-old twin girls, and a 2-year-old boy. I would drive them around,...
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!
I am a well experienced caregiver and mother of a 3-month-old and dedicated to providing quality care for other working families. I am knowledgeable about the different child development theories and motor development skills of children. I am passionate about early education and healthy nutrition of children.
Quiniesha can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Jordan B.
Gainesville, FL
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Fun, Creative Sitter - If You Want Your Kiddos Having Random Dance Parties I'm Your Girl
Hi families! My name is Jordan and I am a Junior at UF. Although only 20, I feel as though I bring energetic, light, and fun energy to every household I enter.
I am happy to help with making meals, housework around the house, and most importantly never taking my eyes off the kids.
Along with the activities the children...
Jordan can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Nahomi C.
Gainesville, FL
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I consider myself very good with children, I am patient, kind and I learn quickly. I like working with children because I've done it before, and I feel like I'm good at this job. I have a lot of patience and I really like to teach them things. In my family, the most recent baby is my nephew and he spent a lot of time taking care...
Hello!
My name is Amanda, I am 27 years old. I recently moved back to Florida, after living in California for over 15 years. I used to be a live-in-nanny, a summer camp counselor and I was with my last family for 2 years before moving to Florida! I believe that every child is unique in their own way and deserves to be treated...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Laura T.
Gainesville, FL
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm passionate about supporting families and caring for children. With over a year of experience as a childcare provider, I have a deep understanding of the importance of creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. I'm certified in CPR and First Aid, and I follow all safety guidelines to ensure the...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gainesville, FL
Brenna J.
5.0
Brenna has been a supportive, consistent, responsible, reliable caregiver. She has adapted to my family's changing schedule and several times been there for us in emergencies. I hired Brenna primarily to pick up and drop off my child, but she engages with my child, plays, talks, listens. She also...
- Care member
Keshena H.
5.0
Keshena is amazing with my 3-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son. She plans thoughtful arts and crafts, prepares delicious Peruvian dishes, and oversees water play and other outdoor activities for my children. I am sad she will leave our family soon because she is moving, however, I hope we will...
- Liah C.
Melody P.
5.0
Melody has been a big help with our kids and my wife and I are so happy to have her in our lives. Our kids are excited when they know that she is coming over to watch them. Melody is always early and very intelligent and knowledgeable. We have full trust in her and always exceeds our expectation. WE...
- Adam W.
Nicole P.
5.0
took care of my daughters and I have no complaints! She was awesome best of the best
- Derick S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gainesville, FL:
How can I find a Gainesville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Gainesville, 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 236 babysitters in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, FL?
The average rate for Gainesville, FL babysitters on Care.com is $16.73 per hour as of March 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 Gainesville, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, FL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Gainesville, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 87 reviews of the 236 listed babysitters.