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162 babysitters are listed in Lakeland, FL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Lakeland, FL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am an experienced care provider for infants and children of all age groups. I, myself, have a 14-year-old son and a 1-year-old daughter so yes you can imagine I have experience all the stages from infancy on up to teenager and starting over lol. The joys of motherhood. I am also a Medical Assistant graduate from Keiser...
Kenisha can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Awesome care provider. Kids love her."
Tanya H.
Lacey H.
Lakeland, FL
$18-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lacey and I'm in my junior year at Southeastern University. I am pursuing a bachelor's degree in social work! I moved to Lakeland, Florida two years ago from Dallas, Texas. Fun fact: I was born and raised in Jacksonville, FL where I lived for 14 years until my family moved to Dallas, TX. The city of Jax still holds a...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lacey is extremely dependable, protective, punctual and responsive. She's always been so joyful with my four boys and knows how to engage on their level. She started nannying for me when my fourth born son was less than a month old, and she always ensured his...
Karla E.
Stephanie A.
Lakeland, FL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been taking caring for kids for years now and I l have a 15 years old of my own and my two god kids 4 and 3 years old which I love as if they are mines. I do most of the FUN & Learning activities with them. I am looking to care and treat your child as if it is one of my own with polite, respectful, patience, caring and...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Took really good care on my 2 toddlers. "
Care member
Pamela B.
Lakeland, FL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Love The Elderly And Will Give My Full Attention And Care.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello.. My name is Pam. I hope to find a job helping to make an elderly person's life more enjoyable. I am not looking for childcare. I care very much about how aging folks are treated. I have always reached out by going into nursing homes to sing at Christmas with my church. I also took my children when they were small, to...
Pamela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Pam is very honest, reliable, loving and took phenomenal care of our two daughters for about 5 years. We were truly blessed with Pam!! Pam was not just a babysitter to us she became like family away from family."
Stacy B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as a nice person, I love to work in a clean place, I'm very responsable with kids and my job.
I like working with kids because I have 2 kids of my own , I love their innocence , I like to play with them
I'm looking for a job that people treat me with respect
I started working with kids when my...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ms. Ana is the best! Great with the kids very punctual and helps around the house. My children loves her. I would definitely recommend Ms. Ana you won’t regret it!"
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Yeira N.
Lakeland, FL
$15-20/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I have been with child care for 10years. I love spending time with children and caring for them, I would be pleased to work for you guys. I am responsible and hardworking, I know how it is for parents to feel safe and secure with whom they are leaving there children with. I am committed on earning your trust and confidence.
Yeira can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.6
(5)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 6 lovely years of experience working with children of all ages.
I have a bachelors in psychology and criminal justice. . I have experience with infant and toddlers by creating curriculums and activities at previous work places. I love entertaining their developmental skills and maintain busy! I enjoy playing and...
Natalie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We felt so comfortable leaving our daughter with Natalie for the evening! Natalie communicated proactively, arrived on time, and kept us updated through the night. She made an effort to connect with our six-year old - and they really hit it off! We can't wait to...
Abigail W.
Hello! My name is Kaylee and I am a current college student that loves to work with kids and is looking to earn some money over the summer. I have babysat for multiple different families with children ranging from infants to pre-teens. I am organized, caring, dependable, and patient. I am confident I can provide a safe and fun...
Kaylee can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Mary W.
Lakeland, FL
$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
*Babysitter, Tutor, & Teacher Available For Weedays & Weekends.
I was a nursery director at local church for 6 years.
I was a Sunday school teacher for 10 years.
I was a substitute teacher in public schools for 4 years.
I am the mother of 2 girls and 2 boys for 42 years.
I am grandmother of 11 children and great grandmother of 14 children.
I have been a private babysitter for many...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Ciara!! I have been caring for friends and families since I was 16. I am currently a first year teacher and certified to teach K-6th. I am comfortable with all age ranges and I hope I can help you family with what you need. My hobbies include being outside, dong arts and crafts, and traveling! Currently I'm...
Ciara can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
2 Year experience babysitting in North Carolina. Please feel free to contact me. References available upon request
Skills:
Early Education
I've had many years of experience babysitting. I've helped out parents of my family and friends or family members friends to babysit while they have work, date nights etc. I enjoy helping out the parents and making sure the children are always safe and having fun!
Anastasia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Abbie, I have 8 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping and carpooling. I love working with kids of all ages and bring a fun and upbeat attitude! I worked as a creative director in a kids play room, have worked in children's ministry, and have worked as an aftercare counselor. I am also CPR...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi - I'm Hannah and I'm looking for a morning babysitting job. I have recently finished my Master of Arts in Piano Performance and I teach piano lessons in the afternoons to children ages 5-16. I have been babysitting for over 10 years, spent several summers nannying and traveling with a family, and also worked at my college's...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Children inspire joy & wonder. I love being a part of their world as they explore, play, & grow. Their smiles, laughter, & curiosity are truly heartwarming.
I discovered my passion for childcare early on. I've worked in daycares, public & private schools, babysat, & as a nanny. I've held various certifications as well. I'm a...
Marie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Whitney L.
Lakeland, FL
$18-19/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Whitney and I am 28 years old. I have always had a passion for early childhood development and childcare. I love doing something I am passionate about, while helping out a family at the same time! I worked at a preschool for about 3 years right after high school. While there I worked primarily with infants...
Whitney can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Katherine B.
Lakeland, FL
$13-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Katherine B. or Katie for short. I have 10 years of experience babysitting children of all ages. I am currently a Nursing student at Southeastern University, and I plan to graduate with my bachelor's in December and enter into the field of pediatrics. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Avery B.
Lakeland, FL
$20-50/hr • 11 yrs exp
I'm an experienced and nurturing childcare provider with over a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. I've always had a passion for working with children. I have three young get siblings and almost 40 younger cousins that I spent my childhood babysitting.
I'm known for my creativity and imagination, and I love...
Ashley B.
Lakeland, FL
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been immersed in childcare for quite some time now. I started babysitting when I was 16, and for the past year, I've been working in the 2-year-old classroom at a private school nearby. It's been an incredibly rewarding experience, and I've found my passion in helping kids learn and grow. I'm all about getting creative with...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
My name is Kendall, I am 27 years old I have two nephews 9 and 10 years old that I have helped babysit since they were born, for the past 2 years I worked full time as a nanny for a family with three beautiful girls ages 1, 2 and 3 they are now 3, 4 and 5! unfortunately due to family reasons I only watch them Tuesday and...
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lakeland, FL
Kenisha M.
5.0
Awesome care provider. Kids love her.
- Tanya H.
Lacey H.
5.0
Lacey is extremely dependable, protective, punctual and responsive. She's always been so joyful with my four boys and knows how to engage on their level. She started nannying for me when my fourth born son was less than a month old, and she always ensured his safety and upmost care.
- Karla E.
Stephanie A.
5.0
Took really good care on my 2 toddlers.
- Care member
Pamela B.
5.0
Pam watched 3 of my kids for a very long time until they were old enough to watch themselves. She always went above and beyond for my kids. She picked them up from school, would watch them when I would go out of town and would help with chores around the house. I was very grateful for her child...
- Katherine E.
Ana G.
5.0
Ms. Ana is the best! Great with the kids very punctual and helps around the house. My children loves her. I would definitely recommend Ms. Ana you won’t regret it!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lakeland, FL:
How can I find a Lakeland babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lakeland, 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 162 babysitters in Lakeland, 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 Lakeland, FL?
The average rate for Lakeland, FL babysitters on Care.com is $16.38 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 Lakeland, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lakeland, 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 Lakeland, FL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Lakeland, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 91 reviews of the 162 listed babysitters.