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585 babysitters are listed in Jacksonville, FL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Jacksonville, FL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Gabrielle, and I have babysat/nannied over 15yrs for over 25 families. Most recently, I cared for a 6mo full-time. Other nannying positions have included: 4 children (8, 6, and 2yo twins!); an 8mo boy and 5yo little girl; 2 siblings ages 3 & 7. At 12, I was caring for an infant with both mental/physical disabilities,...
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"My kids absolutely love Gabrielle and she has been a regular sitter at my home. I found her on care.com and liked her from our first email exchange. I even trust her completely with transporting my children (ages 11, 9 & 4) in her car. She is reliable, friendly...
Elizabeth B.
Julia W.
Jacksonville, FL
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Julia! I am 21 years old and am currently studying Business at UNF. I have a little golden retriever pup that I love taking to the beach and walks on trails. I am very outgoing and love meeting new people. I have babysat/ been a nanny for many years and love being around kids. I am comfortable with children of all ages...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia showed up on time, took great care of my girls, and they loved her so much!! I'm so happy we found her :) 5 stars for sure!! :)"
Anne H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of two grown boys. I cared for children in my home for 9 years while my children were in school. I've since done Alzheimer's and Dementia care. I am a fantastic cook. I'd love to help with summer events in the community.
#LoveToGarden
Robin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Robin took care of my Mom, who was an Alzheimer's patient, after a fall with injury in which we realized that she was no longer going to be able to live alone. Robin lived with my Mom full time and took care of the house and my Mom's cat as well. Robin took care of...
Brenda C.
Emma W.
Jacksonville, FL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Welcome to my page, my name is Emma! I have been employed through Care. com for 6 years and have been working with children for almost 8 years. Caring for kids has always been my favorite job and has taught me the most. I've cared for a wide variety of ages over the years as well as a wide variety of personalities. I look...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Emma is an amazing caregiver! She watched our 3 girls and helped them with their online remote learning 5 days a week. She is kind, caring and patient. We could not have gotten through home school without her! She truly became one of the family!! I would definitely...
Katie L.
Brittany B.
Jacksonville, FL
$23-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
As the eldest of four, I have taken on a great amount of responsibility. My daily duties include meal prep, helping with homework, activity time, going to the beach or to the park, and getting them ready for bed. I also enjoy animals and don't mind taking care of them as well.
Brittany can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brittany is empathetic,caring,and kind.
She has helped in caring for my wife nearly a year. We are very happy with her."
Glenn B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm Hailey! I'm 26 years old. I graduated from UNF in May 23 with a BA in Psychology. I spent two summers working as a counselor at an overnight camp for ages 6-18. I've been a nanny for several families in the past, including one family for my whole senior year.
I enjoy crafts, photography, the beach, nature, and science. I...
Haile can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hailey is very kind and goes out of her way to connect with kids of all ages. She has a huge heart and will be a great fit with any family."
Heather V.
Saress D.
Jacksonville, FL
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am honest, patient, caring, reliable, and kind. I enjoy creating fun environments while making sure children are entertained, safe, and supervised. I enjoy being creative and doing crafts that allow children to express their creativity and imagination. I'm a college student and would like to find employment working with...
Saress can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
"Saress has worked with our family for several months and has been great with our 18 month old. She is always on time and reliable. I would definitely recommend her to anyone needing childcare."
Kaz S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 20 years old. I've cared and tutored kids, and I've completed my first year of college.
Jakayla can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She was very good. So excellent with my children and I would recommend her to babysit!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
My name is Ciarra, I was born and raised right here! I absolutely adore children and hope to one day become an OB/GYN. I am very skilled in supervising activities of children of different ages while providing them with ongoing care and a safe environment. I pay special attention to detailed instructions that vary from family to...
Ciarra can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ciarra is a kind, compassionate, empathetic young lady. She is very dependable and very trustworthy. She is one of the very few people I am comfortable leaving my 3 year old with. Ciarra has looked after S. since she was a baby and is the first call I make when I...
Katherine O.
5.0
(1)
I have looked after children since I was 12 years old. From that time I have looked after newborns to preteens. I have looked after multiple children at once including twins.
Candice can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Candice was like a member of our family for many years. As our family grew, she went from caring for 1 preschooler to juggling caring for a preschooler AND an infant with ease. She was reliable, trustworthy, compassionate, playful and patient with my children. She...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Brooklyn, I am currently a sophomore in college and attend a local university here in Jacksonville. I'm on track to receive a bachelors in nursing and am CPR certified for infants, children, and adults. I really enjoy working with children and would love to continue to do so in the future. I have three years of...
5.0
"Little guy was happy and said he liked his babysitter. Very happy with the experience."
Brandon C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is J'Kera; I am also known as Ms. Jay. I've worked at a daycare facility for two years; specifically working with infants and toddlers. I discussed and developed care plans with each parent to expand child learning and growth. I also planned curriculum based activities, to enhance student education. Since leaving...
J'kera can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"J'Kera has given me a tremendous sense of security and relief! My initial impression was that she was very mature and responsible...she proved to be nothing short of that! She was able to fulfill my child care needs with just a two-day notice. Although I normally...
Shannon H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a bilingual mom to three beautiful children.
For the past 19 months I have stayed home providing care for my son. Before our son was born, I worked as a full time career Nanny as my now two teen girls were growing up, now that my son is getting older I'm ready to go back on the market again! I'm interested in finding a full...
Adriana can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"You will regret not hiring her. She is the best employee and overall person. She is organized, diligent, responsible. She will care for your children like they are her own. She is a hard worker and respectful. She took care of our two young sons and we never had to...
Dana B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a labor and delivery Nurse who loves to care for children when Available. I am CPR certified and have all my clearances. I have 10+ years of childcare experience.
Harley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"We are so thankful to have found Harley! She was excellent with our newborn and we put complete trust in her. We were comfortable knowing he was well taken care of and paid attention to. We plan to continue to have Harley watch our son!"
Hannah T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a sucker for cute kiddos! I love building relationships with them and understanding their little worlds! I work full time at a school so I have daily experience with children of all ages.
I'd describe my personality as: creative, understanding and responsible!
I like working with kids because the way the world works for...
Julissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julissa is amazing! We are new to Care.com and were looking for a babysitter last minute. She was accommodating, professional, and so kind. Our 11 year old asked that she come back anytime we need a babysitter!"
Stefanie S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia, I am 26 and a Navy spouse. I have worked as a lead teacher and as a full time nanny for many families in the past 7 years and I am now working towards opening an in home daycare for Navy families. I would love to find a Navy family to nanny for that would be interested in transitioning their child in my...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Yiqiong X.
Jacksonville, FL
$13-15/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a physics teacher for more than 30 years in china.. but now I live here. I like children, I'm responsible , patient. I'm not only can take care your children but also can teach them Chinese, and help their homework.
Yiqiong can also help with: Travel
5.0
"Very punctual and is always keeping our Daughter active and is patient with her. "
Tiffany K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Taylor. I have my degree in elementary education. I have worked as a full time substitute for Duval County Public Schools with ESS. I have also been a nanny for several families on Care.
I love creating a fun, creative environment for the kids to enjoy. I usually have a craft of some sort or something fun...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Love Taylor, would hire her again! She is kind, patient, upbeat and wonderful with our son. Punctual, trustworthy and always happy to help Taylor is a joy to work with."
Olivia G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ms. Tam, and I am a dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating young minds. With a Bachelor's Degree in Dual Childhood Education, I bring a strong educational foundation to my childcare practice!
From newborns to pre-K to 6th grade, I have worked with children of all ages. I excel...
Tamara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Tamara was wonderful! I knew my daughter would be in good hands from the moment my husband and I interviewed her. She was so caring and went above and beyond while taking care of our daughter!"
Serena Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families, thanks for take a look to my profile, I'm from Mexico and I have been living in US almost 6 years now. I like to cook, working out, watch movies, go out and spend time with my friends and family l. I consider myself as:
Patience
Responsible
Easygoing
And is important for me be part of the family, good...
Flor can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My 6 year old son had a great time and was not just sitting in front of a TV which I was happy about. Very happy to have her do it again!"
Jonathan E.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Jacksonville, FL
Gabrielle T.
5.0
Gabrielle has been a nanny to my now 11 month old for the past 8 months and I don't know what we would have done without her! She's great at what she does, my son loves her, and she's become part of our growing family in a short period of time. She's got all of the characteristics you'd want in...
- Amy G.
Julia W.
5.0
Julia showed up on time, took great care of my girls, and they loved her so much!! I'm so happy we found her :) 5 stars for sure!! :)
- Anne H.
Robin S.
5.0
Robin took care of my Mom, who was an Alzheimer's patient, after a fall with injury in which we realized that she was no longer going to be able to live alone. Robin lived with my Mom full time and took care of the house and my Mom's cat as well. Robin took care of everything from grocery shopping...
- Brenda C.
Emma W.
5.0
Emma has been a life saver for our family! She watched my 4,6, and 8 year olds, got them ready each morning, drove kids to school and entertained my kindergartner until his afternoon class stared. She took initiative to help out around the house with light household tasks like laundry and dishes. My...
- Jon V.
Brittany B.
5.0
Brittany is empathetic,caring,and kind.
She has helped in caring for my wife nearly a year. We are very happy with her.
- Glenn B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Jacksonville, FL:
How can I find a Jacksonville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Jacksonville, 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 585 babysitters in Jacksonville, FL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Jacksonville, FL?
The average rate for Jacksonville, FL babysitters on Care.com is $17.51 per hour as of February 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 Jacksonville, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, FL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Jacksonville, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 355 reviews of the 585 listed babysitters.