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113 babysitters are listed in Melbourne, FL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Melbourne, FL
5.0
(2)
I have been a mom of four children so actually my experience is personal. I have also cared for my two grandchildren. I love children and taking care of them. I am looking for a part time now that my grand kids are going back to school again. I am extra careful with the Covid19 situation that has changed all our lives...
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
5.0
"I would highly recommend Nancy to any parent. She cares for the child, very responsible and careful. My daughter loved spending time with her."
Jocelyn F.
5.0
(2)
Hello,
My name is Maria. I am a dedicated and experienced professional with over seven years of working with children, ranging from newborns to age five. I am fluent in both Spanish and Italian, with limited English proficiency. I have a genuine passion for childcare. My background as a nanny has equipped me with the skills to...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"We hired Maria as a nanny for our 6-month-old and it was a pleasant experience. She followed all of our instructions, was reliable, and went above and beyond to make sure that our baby was comfortable. Her time working with us ended when our baby was old enough to...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 29-year-old and I just graduated from law school and business school. I am home for the entire summer (June-August) studying fro the bar exam. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I have a younger sister that I have been babysitting her since I was 12 years old and she was 7. I have babysat children from all...
Sela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
(3)
I have 41 years of experience as mother, grandmother and Nanny.
I am patient, kind, and attentive to the needs of the children in my care. I have the knowledge to keep them entertained and engaged in age-appropriate activities, whether it's playing games, doing crafts, or reading stories.
As a nanny I am also an expert at...
Berta can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Berta is amazing! She took care of my daughter from the time she was 4 months old until she was 2. The only reason she stopped is because we moved back to Indiana, otherwise she would still be with her! She is so caring and patient with children. I recommend her...
Care member
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Originally from Argentina, I would be delighted to immerse your child in the Spanish language.
Additionally, I am CPR and First Aid certified with a vast amount of child care experience. As a dedicated caregiver for my children and others I have more than 25 years of experience, While I was in my country, I owned a small...
Gloria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We had the pleasure of finding Gloria through Care. She was a blessing for us as it was the first time using a babysitter outside of the family to take care of our 3 kids (10,5, and 9m). She was punctual and very eager to get to know everything about the kids,...
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Makaylen G.
Melbourne, FL
$15-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(12)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Makaylen, I am 23, and I would love to work with you! I have many years of experience with children. I have volunteered in a nursery at church. I have also worked as a nanny for a 9-month-old boy until he turned 3 and up until I moved to Florida I was asked to watch him and his siblings on occasion multiple...
Makaylen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Makaylen was very good with our children and very dependable. My 3 year old just loved her! Highly recommend!"
Peter and Candyce C.
4.7
(12)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Experience with children around different countries. Trustful, honest, hard working and reliable. College degree, CPR trained, clean background check, ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) knowledge and very experienced with childrem with special needs.
COVID vaccinated.
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Michelle is such an amazing babysitter for my son! She entertains him playing games, teaching different languages, etc...
I've changed many babysitters but Michelle she our number 1!!"
Stefania B.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Alyssa and the experience that I currently have is caring for a family friend's baby that is a 1-year-old - I have been caring for her for 6-8 hours a day whenever I am called and needed since she was 6 months. I also babysit my little cousin and have every summer since she was 6. I have a reliable car and would...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Alyssa watched my daughter from 6 months to a year old and she was amazing! My daughter grew fond of her very quickly. She is very nurturing & reliable highly recommended for your little ones"
Taylor R.
Alyssa S.
Melbourne, FL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Enjoy Doing Crafts, Playing Outside, Building Anything, Will Help With Homework
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am looking for occasional babysitting jobs this summer, possibly recurring depending on the days. I have been helping kids since I was in high school (8 years experience). I was a full time nanny for a 2 yr old for almost a year while living in Denver. I babysat neighbors occasionally, I volunteered in the Sunday school at my...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"She was wonderful. My kiddos had such a great time with her. They can't wait to have her back again."
Tiana M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Ashley. I'm 28 years old and I moved here from New York 10 years ago, and absolutely love Florida! I come from a very large family (5 sisters and 2 brothers!!). I have 15 nieces and nephews.. and counting.. that I had to leave behind in NY. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and have experience with infants...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley takes care of our twin 1 year old boys, and 3 year old daughter on date nights. She was also our part-time Nanny for a few months while my mom was in the process of retiring. Ashley is incredible, highly reliable, and so kind. Twin babies can be a challenge,...
Amanda W.
Amanda M.
Melbourne, FL
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Amanda and I am a college student at Fairfield University studying accounting and finance. I am 20 years old and have 6 years of experience babysitting and watching children. I have watched children aged less than 1 years old to 13 years old. I also have experience volunteering and working at church nurseries...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Amanda was great watching my granddaughter. My granddaughter became very close to her due to Amanda's high energy and ability to connect with her. She brought her on some fun activities to keep her entertained during the summer and helped around the house with...
Linda M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 23 years old and I just graduated college at FAU . I majored in Hospitality Management in the college of business. Right now my schedule is very flexible. I started babysitting over 7 years ago for families in my neighborhood. On my free time I love playing sports, spending time with family and friends, and being outdoors.
Noelle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Our kids, ages 6 and 8 love Ms. Noelle. She is so fun and always jumps in with whatever fun thing they want her to do! She's a really great sitter!"
Shelly D.
Jennifer K.
Melbourne, FL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jennifer and I currently have a bachelors degree in psychology from Florida Institute of Technology. This year I will graduate with my Master's in Applied Behavior Analysis. I am currently a Registered Behavior Technician.
I have been working in childcare for about 10 years through being a camp counselor in...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were in a desperate last-minute situation that created an immediate need for care of my two children. I have never had my children cared for by anyone outside of my family, so I was very nervous.
When I contacted Jennifer, she was very sweet and incredibly...
Nicole H.
Hannah S.
Melbourne, FL
$17-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hiii there!! My name is Hannah and I am 26 years old, married, we have two dogs and a bunny. I work full-time as an office manager at a dog kennel. Due to me making my own schedule each week I am very flexible and I am looking to do something on the side to bring in more income. I have 10 years of pet and childcare experience...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah did an excellent job caring for my pet while I was out of town. She went above and beyond what I expected during her time working for me. I would certainly recommend her as a caregiver."
Lydia B.
Cathy S.
Melbourne, FL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Cathy. I taught 1st and 2nd grade, special education, and in a mainstream classroom. I love children and they love me! Mostly, because I am fun! I like to be active with them. I can help with homework and also cook a scrumptious dinner.
My passion for children has extended to working with children in orphanages in...
Cathy can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cathy is a ray of sunshine wherever she goes. One of the most caring and kind hearted people this world has ever known! She currently tutors my son (1st grade) and daughter (VPK) twice a week and my kids just love her. Before Cathy came into our lives, my son hated...
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Stella Q.
Melbourne, FL
$25-30/hr
5.0
(7)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I am a responsible and loving caregiver. I started out taking care of four of my younger siblings and my baby cousins who are twins. I work myself up to working for several different families. I also work part time as a tutor for a non-profit organization, by helping out with daycare and tutoring children from elementary-high...
Stella can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She's amazing and kind !! My usually shy one year old gravitated towards her right away, she's extremely patient with my 4 year old and my older children loved her !!! My husband and I are very thankful we found Stella !"
Angelina A.
5.0
(2)
Hello!
I am an 8 year long, experienced nanny who is new to the area!
I completed my course study in Early Childhood Development back in 2016 and have loved it since.
Working with children has been a dream of mine that keeps giving back in the form of memories and work that I genuinely enjoy every day!
I have only pets of my...
Jade can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"She was wonderful with my grandkids and was super knowledgeable. She was on time, had a great personality, well spoken and most importantly.. she was good to the kids and cleaned up after herself and them.
Would hire her back anytime "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring and responsible.
I like working with kids because they are fun to work with.
I'm looking for a job that can enable me to work during my free time.
I started working with kids when I was young.
In my spare time, I like to read, write, do art work.
One thing you should know...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Lisa is very quiet, patient and sweet natured. She interacted with my 14 mos old son very well. I would use her again."
Maryelen S.
Tess K.
Melbourne, FL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am at Cna and have been since 1991. I have extensive experience working with seniors as well as children of all ages. I have a current BLS and vaccinated. I also enjoy working with all kinds of pets. I love what I do. And if you hire me, I will make sure your loved one is well looked after.
Tess can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Very accommodating and prompt to reply. Provided great care for my mom! "
Steve H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
During high school, I took care of two children from ages 9 - 14. I had to be at their house at 5:15 a.m. three to four mornings per week. I was responsible for waking them up, making breakfast, fixing their lunches, and taking them to school. I also would stay with them on some weekends when their parents went out of town. I...
Kalee can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kalee has cared for my 3 year old shih tzu multiple times. I can totally depend on her to take great care of my dog. I highly recommend her!"
Windy D.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Melbourne, FL
Nancy M.
5.0
I would highly recommend Nancy to any parent. She cares for the child, very responsible and careful. My daughter loved spending time with her.
- Jocelyn F.
Maria M.
5.0
Maria cared for my 1-year-old during a transitional period, and she was wonderful. My baby girl was always happy to see her, and so were my older girls when they came home from school. She was sweet and very patient with all. Maria would play with the baby, sing to her, and also gave her the...
- Care member
Berta J.
5.0
Berta was extremely caring and nurturing with my kids. If I hadn’t moved she would still be with us. Anyone who works with her will not be disappointed. We truly love her so much.
- Care member
Gloria V.
5.0
Gloria has a true passion and love for children. She was punctual, kind, patient, compassionate, caring, hard working, and just overall phenomenal with my toddler and infant.
Thr sitter I had booked canceled in the AM and I was stressed to find another person to help me. Gloria responded promptly &...
- Care member
Makaylen G.
5.0
She is super sweet and outgoing and will help you with whatever you need from her. Super reliable and prompt on her time
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Melbourne, FL:
How can I find a Melbourne babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Melbourne, 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 114 babysitters in Melbourne, 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 Melbourne, FL?
The average rate for Melbourne, FL babysitters on Care.com is $18.10 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 Melbourne, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Melbourne, 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 Melbourne, FL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Melbourne, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 71 reviews of the 113 listed babysitters.