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60 babysitters are listed in Lake Wales, FL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Lake Wales, FL
Madeline H.
Winter Haven, FL
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I feel like I have been babysitting my whole life. I have been babysitting my younger sister and kids from the church for years. I feel very comfortable around children. I pay special attention to their needs. I love to cook, play games, read bedtime stories, and clean up after their messes. I have experience with animals and...
5.0
"Madeline is a sweet Christian girl who has excellent values. She babysat my four children, fed them, bathed them and put them all to bed...which is not easy with four kids under 9 yrs old. And the kitchen was even clean when I came home!
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Juliet V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because I feel complete around them, kids are full of joy and energy, they teach me how to see the world on a different and positive way that we're not used to!
In my spare time, I like to walk in the park with my dog, ride my bike, listen to music, read books and sometimes relax in the sofa haha
One...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda watched my two kids for the last 2 1/2 years. She spent the most time with my now 3 year old, full time for two years. She has many good qualities but my favorite thing about her is her energy and excitement around my kids. I have noticed that as an...
Rebecca L.
4.6
(9)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
My name is Meghan, but I go by "Meg." My husband, daughter and I relocated from MA to FL.
About me: I was adopted by two incredible people who raised me in a very family oriented, close knit home. Having learned this from my parents, I also aspire to create a fun, nurturing and safe environment for every child I come into...
Meghan can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Meghan helped us out last minute when we needed care for our 7 month old daughter. She was instantly warm with our baby and seemed knowledgeable regarding infant related things (warming milk, diapering, timing naps, developmentally appropriate toys, etc). We are...
Adam H.
5.0
(3)
Hi! I love children and caring for them. I have just shy of 2 years of experience with a family on here along with another 4 years of experience with friend's and family's children. I also assisted with raising my little brother and work in the nursery and child center at my church. I'm currently in school to be an Elementary...
Tara can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great girl. Always polite. Very good with kids and their homework. They've really learned manners and school work ethic from her. Would hire again! 10/10 recommend. "
Wendy H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with children of all ages. There really is something about each stage of childhood to enjoy. This reflects in my experience, where I started as a mother's helper at the age of 13, then moving to babysitting at 15 for a number of families. When I was 18, I started working at a daycare center in New Jersey and after...
Esther can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Esther is amazing! She nannied for our son (starting age 2 to age 4) for 2 years and did a fantastic job. She is punctual, polite, and very professional. She was always going out of her way to find fun outings and art projects with our son. She also was great at...
Cassandra C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am currently looking for part-time babysitting for date-nights and occasional weekends. Work history includes being a nanny for about 10 years while I was in college and currently occasionally babysit for two families. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology and graduated last year with a Masters Degree in Social...
Katlyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Keshia D.
Kissimmee, FL
$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Keshia and I'm great with kids. I have my 45 Dcf hours. I also work at a home daycare I have worked as ASP special Ed. Assistant. I love working with kids and hoping to get another job working with kids.
Keshia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Keshia has been my assistant in my daycare for coming up on 3 years. She is truly my right hand and someone I can trust with not only my daycare children, but my own children. She is reliable, safe and creative. I highly recommend her to anyone that is in need of a...
Laurynn V.
Isabela C.
Auburndale, FL
$19/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for full-time work, but also one-time or reoccurring babysitting jobs.
I work as an in-home nanny. I work with a2-year-old one on one. They are looking to put their son into a preschool within the next two weeks.
I previously worked at a private preschool just before I moved back to Florida in February. I...
Isabela can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"The moment she walked in the home, my children warmed up to her immediately. She was engaging with the children, prompt and professional."
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Yovani C.
Winter Haven, FL
$17/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
I absolutely love children. I am currently furthering my education in children and early childhood. I love teaching, playing, and showing care for all children. I have babysat children from newborn to 12 years of age. Caring for others is a great passion of mine.
Yovani can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"If your looking for a fun down to earth babysitter, Yovani is the one. She is punctual, responsible and follows the house rules 100%. My girls are always excited to see her again. Yovani definitely makes me feel at ease as I enjoy date night with the hubby "
Xiomaris C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Arielys! I am a very responsible, patient, and creative person who has 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum...
Arielys can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Arielys was amazing with my now 1 year old daughter. She was extremely attentive to her. She taught her how to walk and introduced her to solid food with her delicious cooking to name a few! She kept my daughter a routine that helped her sleep through the night. My...
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Nicol F.
Bartow, FL
$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is nicole I have my CPR license I also graduated high school I also been babysitting for 10 years . I love kids of all ages and I love animals. I am very comfortable to help with house duties and I have open availability I also speak Spanish
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Natalia G.
Haines City, FL
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a patient, calm, and creative childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With three years of experience caring for children of all ages, I am comfortable looking after four children at once. I enjoy playing a variety of games with children, from educational games that promote learning...
Roselyn B.
Haines City, FL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, my passion lies in creating a safe, stimulating, and joyful environment for children to thrive. With three years of experience in childcare, I have had the privilege of caring for children of various ages, from infants to preteens. My journey into childcare was inspired by my...
Carmen P.
Bartow, FL
$13-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. With over seven years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I have a knack for creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Brief STEM education, studying to become a teacher. I love working with kids and tutored kids in most subjects from 6th grade to college level. I have babysat for children since I was 10yrs old and frequently volunteered at my church nursey/day care. If you need someone to do meal prep, laundry, or general cleaning I am willing...
I am a dependable and hard working individual who can care for all ages groups. I have worked in various health facilities and child care work settings. I've worked with children with special needs, developmentally disabled to elderly care. I have also worked in home care for many years as well as a CNA/caregiver-Respite &...
Christine can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting all ages since the age of 13 years old. I have four younger siblings that I gained experience from as well as my 2-year-old. I like to go above and beyond with babysitting such as going to the park, playing games such as hide and seek, and freeze dance. Playing makeup and nails is always a special part...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a down to earth person I have 3 kids of my own and also love to care for people.
I'd describe my personality as Happy Fun Caring
I like working with kids because kids just need someone they can count on
I'm looking for a job that can be long term
I started working with kids when I became a mother
In my spare time, I...
Brenda C.
Winter Haven, FL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking For Part-time Or Full-time Childcare Position.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently seeking a single-family babysitter position. I have experience in daycare and single-family childcare. I enjoy teaching, reading with children and playing learning games. Also, I am familiar with assisting students that are home-schooled under (Virtual School).
Brenda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Gina G.
Auburndale, FL
$22-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I like working with kids because I love the Kids
I'm looking for a job that I can help other families protect and care for their children
I started working with kids when next week
In my spare time, I like to read and share time with my Family
One thing you should know about me is I am organized person, proactive,...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lake Wales, FL
Madeline H.
5.0
Madeline is a sweet Christian girl who has excellent values. She babysat my four children, fed them, bathed them and put them all to bed...which is not easy with four kids under 9 yrs old. And the kitchen was even clean when I came home!
- Juliet V.
Amanda M.
5.0
Amanda watched my two kids for the last 2 1/2 years. She spent the most time with my now 3 year old, full time for two years. She has many good qualities but my favorite thing about her is her energy and excitement around my kids. I have noticed that as an exceptional characteristic she has as...
- Rebecca L.
Meghan W.
5.0
Meg has been a wonderful match for our family! She's so professional and communicative with me and equally energetic and playful with the kids. She's been a bright light for our family during these crazy pandemic times. We're so grateful to benefit from Meg's expertise and her willingness to go...
- Jessica S.
Tara C.
5.0
Tara is a fun and responsible young lady who always goes above and beyond to care for my children
- Payton D.
Esther B.
5.0
Esther is amazing! She nannied for our son (starting age 2 to age 4) for 2 years and did a fantastic job. She is punctual, polite, and very professional. She was always going out of her way to find fun outings and art projects with our son. She also was great at doing nebulizer treatments, chest...
- Cassandra C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lake Wales, FL:
How can I find a Lake Wales babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lake Wales, 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 17 babysitters in Lake Wales, 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 Lake Wales, FL?
The average rate for Lake Wales, FL babysitters on Care.com is $19.53 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 Lake Wales, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lake Wales, 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.