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60 babysitters are listed in Mary Esther, FL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Mary Esther, FL
5.0
(1)
I am a provider with over three years experience as a nanny and I have also helped care for children since I was 12 while my mom worked as a nanny. I am willing to take the child on trips to the park. I have a 3-month-old son that would be joining me but he will not interfere with my ability to do my job. I would like to keep...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Sydney is a wonderful nanny! She kept my son from the age of 18-months until he was four. I missed her terribly when she moved. She worked with him on motor-skills, painting, cleaning up his toys, dressing himself, and most importantly POTTY TRAINING 🚽. "
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Rebecca V.
Mary Esther, FL
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a strong passion for caring for animals and children. I have experience with taking care of animals of all kinds, administering meds to animals, and taking them to the vet. I have taken care of very lively animals, and very sickly animals but I love them all. My childcare experience ranges from 2-year-olds to...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca helped with our two year older daughter for two months over the holidays. She was a wonderful and a huge help with our daughter. She felt like family immediately and went above and beyond on a regular basis to help with our chaotic household. We decided to...
Bryan P.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Laci and I live in the Mary Esther area. I am 41 years old and have been married for 21 years and we have 2 grown children and now a beautiful granddaughter who we adore. I am a naturalist, herbalist, reiki practitioner, and a birth keeper/doula in training. I adore all children and animals. I have lots of...
Laci can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Laci is a very sweet friend of mine. She is a hard worker, dependable, caring, punctual, and friendly. "
Missy B.
I have been told I am an excellent babysitter, and I have had plenty of experience within the past eight years. I have previously worked at a daycare, as a lifeguard on post, and have nannied for three kids, so I know I am capable of handling multiple kids at once. I also received my Girl Scout Gold Award in the summer of 2013,...
Cassidy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Vanessa K.
Mary Esther, FL
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing and educating children. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for caring for little ones. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creative and imaginative nature, allows me to connect with...
Jada D.
Mary Esther, FL
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hey there! I'm all about nurturing children's growth while having a blast! With two years of experience, my creativity and patience shine through as we dive into outdoor sports, exciting games, and captivating stories I am comfortable around all animals and children who require extra care I love being active, so if your family...
Jada can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Dusty C.
Hurlburt Field, FL
$14-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
-Full time local nanny experience 6+years
(with references)
-I have my own transportation, valid insurance and license
-I'm CPR certified in adults children and infant
-Childcare training certificate
Any questions please don't hesitate to ask
Dusty can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Best of the best! Dusty has worked for our family since 2019, when the youngest of our three kids was just 2 months old, and she is the most dependable, punctual, and honest sitter/nanny we have ever had. She has helped us with drop offs, pick ups, and overnights....
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Sherry R.
Fort Walton Beach, FL
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I love providing care while the parents are away. I love reading their favorite book for them. I love celebrating birthdays with them and watching them come to life when they blow out their birthday candles. I love going to the park, making sand castles for them, I love watching movies when they are not feeling well.
Sherry can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sherry is an excellent caregiver. She performed very well in addressing the needs of the children and was very attentive to them during playtime activities. I recommend her to prospective clients."
Len B.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been watching children since the age of 13. I worked as a VPK teacher for 4 years then decided to become a nanny. I have experience caring for newborn to school-aged children. Watching over children is my passion. I am pretty flexible and very punctual. I will treat your baby like my own. I love arts and craft reading and...
Ena can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ena has been working with our family for the past 6 months. She is professional, reliable, and so great with our daughter! Knowing that she is caring for our daughter makes it easier to go to work and to have time together. Highly recommend!"
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4.6
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a caregiver and have been for many years, I have my CDA and years of experience. I do drive and like to go at times to parks and the science center and basically nature things. I'm very interactive with children coloring, painting, building and learning in general, I'm very organized and do clean up, I have...
Sherri can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Sherri is the best caregiver a family could ask for. She has worked with us for the the last three and half years taking care of both of our sons. She doesn't simply watch the children, she plays and teaches them. Sherri is always willing to take the boys on walks...
Rob T.
Kristen A.
Fort Walton Beach, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun and interactive nanny who believes in going outside and soaking up the sun rather than staying in and drowning in electronics. Creative souls must be fed so I love getting to go on adventures, whether it's a fun trip to the park, a museum, a walk around the block, building a fort, finding a scavenger hunt or doing...
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kristen is very thoughtful and goes beyond normal duties to be of help."
Kim S.
Ella W.
Fort Walton Beach, FL
$18-29/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Ella And I Love Working With Kids! I Look Forward To Working With You In The Future.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My mom works as the children's minister where I volunteer every Sunday in both preschool and elementary. With her job I have many opportunities to babysit and have been for 3 years.
I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing, and caring.
I like working with kids because I have been babysitting for quite some time now and...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ella has been nothing short of great! She started with our little man when he was 8 months old and she's been with us for 3 months now. Our little guy loves her and gets excited when he sees her. She's very helpful and loves the pets (cat and dog). We are very...
Kimberly R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lauren :) I am currently a part time nurse. I love watching kids and helping them grow as individuals! I am available for date nights as well as part time care to help out parents and give them some well deserved time off. I hope to hear from you soon! Feel free to reach out with any questions :)
Lauren can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren is very responsive and friendly. When the time came, she was very accommodating and warm with our girls. We will definitely be hiring again for date nights and longer care engagements!"
Madeleine J.
Elisabeth B.
Navarre, FL
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love my family, Jesus, crafting, and most things outdoors!
Mama of four daughters ages 16, 17, 19, & 22.
30+ years experience with childcare
5 years Florida VPK teacher
Summer camp director/counselor
Girl Scout leader/outdoor skills trainer
Sunday school teacher
5.0
"Elisabeth was great with our son, J. She is thoughtful and caring. Will definitely be hiring her again!"
Shawn H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Valinda, and my family recently moved here to Navarre, FL. I have been a stay-at-home mom for the last 4 years, I've cared for a few families in this time and I also just started substitute teaching for the Santa Rosa County School District. My background includes; full-time nanny, baby-sitting, summer camp...
Valinda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Valinda is a wonderful babysitter and I highly recommend her. For the past school year she took care of my two daughters each day after school. They love her! I appreciated that she is very responsible and my daughters appreciated that she is a lot of fun. I...
Jenny G.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have over 4 years of experience with babies, children and teenagers.
I was born to be a right arm, I like to assist people, I am competent and responsible. I learned from my family to help with home tasks, cooking, etc.
I have mastery of the most important daily tasks and much care and affection for children. I know the...
Natali can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Natali was professional, punctual, and a great communicator. She did well handling our toddler and baby on multiple occasions. We liked working with her!"
Amileah D.
Mikayla M.
Navarre, FL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I am an USAF veteran:) I currently go to school online and coach toddler soccer on weekends! I am great with kids and am CPR certified! I also usually have a pretty flexible schedule!
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, generous
I like working with kids because they have the best laughs and smiles, they love...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! With years of experience caring for children from newborns and up, I understand the importance of reliability, safety, and positivity as a role model. I'm a mom to two wonderful girls, so I bring both professional expertise and personal experience to every family I work with.
I'm trained in child care and infant care and...
Tracey can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Hi, my name is Megan and I am 22 years old. I am currently a senior at the University of West Florida pursuing an exercise science degree (but hoping to be a pediatric OT)! I have worked with children as young as 2 years old to about 15. Beginning at 15, I started to babysit and nanny which transitioned into being a summer camp...
Mirline F.
Fort Walton Beach, FL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello I'm Mirline. I love interacting and caring for children. I've been babysitting since I was 14, I love taking care of kids because I believe all kids are special and cute. I also love animals, being outside, and also crafts and I Speak three languages, languages just fascinate me. I am first aid and CPR certified. I look...
Mirline can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Mary Esther, FL
Sydney D.
5.0
Sydney is a wonderful nanny! She kept my son from the age of 18-months until he was four. I missed her terribly when she moved. She worked with him on motor-skills, painting, cleaning up his toys, dressing himself, and most importantly POTTY TRAINING 🚽.
- Care member
Rebecca V.
5.0
Rebecca helped with our two year older daughter for two months over the holidays. She was a wonderful and a huge help with our daughter. She felt like family immediately and went above and beyond on a regular basis to help with our chaotic household. We decided to put our daughter in school, but we...
- Bryan P.
Laci B.
5.0
Laci is a very sweet friend of mine. She is a hard worker, dependable, caring, punctual, and friendly.
- Missy B.
Dusty C.
5.0
Best of the best! Dusty has worked for our family since 2019, when the youngest of our three kids was just 2 months old, and she is the most dependable, punctual, and honest sitter/nanny we have ever had. She has helped us with drop offs, pick ups, and overnights. She is great with newborns and...
- Care member
Sherry R.
5.0
Sherry is an excellent caregiver. She performed very well in addressing the needs of the children and was very attentive to them during playtime activities. I recommend her to prospective clients.
- Len B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Mary Esther, FL:
How can I find a Mary Esther babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Mary Esther, 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 6 babysitters in Mary Esther, 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 Mary Esther, FL?
The average rate for Mary Esther, FL babysitters on Care.com is $20.17 per hour as of December 2024. 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 Mary Esther, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Mary Esther, FL through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.