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60 babysitters are listed in Gulfport, MS
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Gulfport, MS
Leslie M.
Gulfport, MS
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(11)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I am an enthusiastic outgoing "superhero sissy" as my princesses would call me. I have two young sisters that I adore. Helped raise them their whole life along with other children like my cousins or family friend's children. Arts and crafts are my thing, outdoors and play time are a must. Meal preparation and snack time and...
Leslie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was the best. Due to a last minute hire she came through for me and my son in our time of need and my son really loved her. He did not want her to go. Thank you so much. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Leia . I am a part time stay at home mom to a 2-year-old boy and a 5-month-old boy. Every other week I nanny Monday-Friday so I will be accepting jobs around that schedule. I love homemaking, reading, walking outdoors, being involved at church. and watching movies! I have a elementary teaching background and over 8...
Leia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We loved having Leia as our sitter for our 3 month old son! She was punctual, reliable, and our son was well cared for. We can’t recommend her enough!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since before I was 16 years old. It has been 5 years off and on. I love spending time with the families I work for and being able to learn with the kids. I have babysat for all age groups. I am CPR certified. I have done light housekeeping, homework help, and watching animals as needing for the families....
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily is compassionate, hard-working, and dependable. My five-year-old daughter absolutely loves her, and I enjoy the excitement in my daughter's voice when she hears that Emily is coming over. My daughter gets Emily's full attention! Emily cares for her like a...
Dustin G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is LeighAnne , I am a mom of 2 and a dog mom! I love kids, I have been working with them since I was 14 starting out in my church's children's ministries, which led into babysitting/nannying. I have 8 years of experience with in home child care and I have also worked at the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. I am very...
Leighanne can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Leighanne to watch my 6 month old for a full day on a Sunday. She is so sweet and kind. She has a child of her own so she had a bunch of toys already to keep my little one entertained. She sent me messages throughout the day saying how it was going and...
Julia H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Savannah, I am 28 years old, and I am seeking full-time work. I have a master's degree in social work and worked at a psychiatric hospital following graduation. In 2020, I made the decision to shift direction to be an insurance adjuster. While the change was great, I have since started a family of my own and adjusting...
Savannah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! Here is a little bit of my background. I'm a retired military wife and mother of 4. I have been working with kids for 25+ years and elders for 15+ and love it. I think of myself as an outgoing, fun, and loving caregiver. I have done foster care for 10+ years. I have my CPR certification, first aid certification, and personal...
Heidi can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Heidi is an amazing help to our family. My kids love her and we can't imagine our lives without her. You can not chose a safer and more loving soul to care for your family."
Jennifer S.
Mary A.
Gulfport, MS
$13-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have more then 10 yrs caring for children... I have taking care of my niece and nephew for 5yrs while my brother worked.. l also help raise another nephew, he just recently went back with his mother.. when I was younger I was a sitter for many children... I adore kids don't have any of my own but the Lord knows why... I also...
5.0
"My children had nothing but praise for Mary. She was always professional and arrived on time. I would hire her again for sure."
Care member
Carolina S.
Gulfport, MS
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Part-Time Or Full-Time Babysitter Depending On The Hours
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, am Carolina and I am 42 years old. I have my own experience in raising my two kids, plus a couple babysitting jobs in Mississippi. I just moved from Puerto Rico for about 1 and 1/2 year ago, and in my town, I did babysit for 2 years. I am a housewife and I have done housekeeping also.
Carolina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Hello! I am a military wife looking for part-time work. I have been working with children of all ages for more than 10 years in various capacities. I have a master's degree in social work, and work experience in child welfare. I previously volunteered at a youth summer camp for ages 4-6 and in Virginia, I worked part-time at a...
Kelli can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Alexis and I would love to help you out with babysitting for your little one/ones. I have three siblings and I am the oldest so I am familiar with meal preparation. I am very patient with children and have a natural love for them. I like to always keep them busy and active! I believe in going outside and enjoying...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been babysitting for 10 years. I love kids. My major in college will be nursing. I work with kids all ages and love kids of all color. Kids are my life. I love playing and being fun. I love to teach them as well. Hire me.
Jarquisha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I absolutely love babies and children. I have been the family baby-watcher for events, holidays, etc. since there were babies in my family. I have watched one little girl since she was born, and she just turned 10 this year; my now 4-year-old nephew I helped take care of when he was born while my sister went back to work, and...
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Bailey C.
Gulfport, MS
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi my name is Bailey and I'm a sophomore at BSU but I'm taking the semester off to save some money because college is expensive. I have been babysitting for pretty much my whole life since I have younger siblings and a niece. I am very trustworthy and would love to get to know your kiddos!
I'd describe my personality as trustworthy, helpful and very caring
I like working with kids because because I love kids they are so sweet and I can learn from them. I was a nanny for one year and I was babysitter for 2 1/2 for my church members
I started working with kids when 15 1/2 I was babying my babysitting my cousins...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Zaritta B.
Gulfport, MS
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a patient and calm individual who has always been drawn to childcare, I am delighted to introduce myself as a dedicated nanny with four years of experience. My passion for nurturing young minds stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles. I am committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating...
Zaritta can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am 23 years old and I teach Science in Wiggins, MS. I adore children and have had experience babysitting, tutoring, and even working at a daycare. Not only do I believe in getting out of the house and kicking around a soccer ball, but also about learning things throughout the summer to keep kids' minds fresh for the next...
Madison N.
Gulfport, MS
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madison! I am a 27-year-old stay at home mom with a 4-year-old and a 2-year-old! I've been babysitting since I was 17 years old and have worked at a daycare, I've taken care of multiple kids at a time! I am CPR/ first aid training certified! Reliable and have my own transportation
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hey there! I have 2 years of experience working at a children's museum! I'm passionate about informal education and the things we can learn in our free time! I'm a firm believer that children are capable of learning great things and I'd love to help little ones explore their own hobbies!
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as Outgoing, Crafty, adventurous bonus- reliable
I like working with kids because kids are the future I would love to help watch your little one grow and learn about the person that they are becoming while in a safe and nurturing environment.
I'm looking for a job that will give me the opportunity...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a certified 5th grade teacher with a passion for children. I have worked in child development centers with children of ages from newborns to four years of age. I have taught children as a certified teacher in grades 2-5.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gulfport, MS
Leslie M.
5.0
She was the best. Due to a last minute hire she came through for me and my son in our time of need and my son really loved her. He did not want her to go. Thank you so much.
- Care member
Leia V.
5.0
We have used Leia several times to babysit our 1 and 3 year old, our 3y/o adores her and always gets excited to see her.
- Hannah M.
Emily S.
5.0
Emily is compassionate, hard-working, and dependable. My five-year-old daughter absolutely loves her, and I enjoy the excitement in my daughter's voice when she hears that Emily is coming over. My daughter gets Emily's full attention! Emily cares for her like a loving older sister. She is a...
- Dustin G.
Leighanne C.
5.0
LeighAnne consistently provides a loving and caring environment for our children! She's responsible, dependable and quickly took to our routines. Would definitely recommend!
- Dawn S.
Heidi B.
5.0
Heidi is my go to!! The boys really like her and she held out when my oldest was stubborn and gave her a really hard time one night. Since it's been smooth sailing. I thought for sure she would fire us that night. But she's strong and kind and cares for my kids like I do. My kids always are...
- Liz P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gulfport, MS:
How can I find a Gulfport babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Gulfport, MS 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 33 babysitters in Gulfport, MS on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Gulfport, MS?
The average rate for Gulfport, MS babysitters on Care.com is $14.33 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 Gulfport, MS?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Gulfport, MS 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 Gulfport, MS babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Gulfport, MS are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.