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Babysitters in Polk City, FL

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Clara T.


Lakeland, FL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Date Night - Evening Babysitter

4.9

(18)

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Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I am looking for a part-time weekend opportunities as a caregiver to earn extra income and be of great help. I am a firm believer that it really does take a village to raise a child. It is my goal to provide superior care in the environment that the children are most comfortable and give the parents a peace of mind knowing that...
Clara can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Clara was very sweet and friendly, while remaining professional. My son enjoyed having her as a sitter. "

Karen O.

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Stephanie A.


Lakeland, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Took really good care on my 2 toddlers. "

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Cristen A.


Davenport, FL

$25-40/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter And Tutoring

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Cristen, I am 28 years old. I graduated in December of 2022 as a Psychology Major. I work with kids on the spectrum as a Registered Behavioral Therapist and have been in the position for 2 years. Prior I worked with kids in the spectrum in a self-contained ASD classroom. I enjoy studying and am planning to continue my...
Cristen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We hired Cristen when traveling to Orlando for a family holiday. Cristen was wonderful with our two young children. She helped assist at Disney world, played with the kids at the pool, and put them to bed so we could enjoy dinner without kids. We plan on hiring...

Emma S.

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Soleil T.


Lakeland, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter Who Is Intentional

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I started watching children at 12, with my first child having various special needs. I have volunteered with children in other countries, orphans, and foster children. Additionally, I have taken care of up to five children at a...
Soleil can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She was able to watch our daughter on short notice for a date night. She was delightful, respectful, fun, and reliable! We would absolutely hire her again. My daughter really enjoyed her. Thank you, Solei!"

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Yanielis V.


Davenport, FL

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Yanielis. I am currently on my third year of college studying elementary education. I worked at an elementary school in the after school care/ extended day program with groups from kindergarten to 8th grade for 2 years. For the last 2 years I've been a 4th, 5th, and 9th grade teacher. I also have 3 years of...
Yanielis can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Yanielis is a very hardworking person and is super friendly with others. She is a person that is dedicated to her family, friends, work and school. Yanielis cares about others and is always willing to help others . She makes a person's day with her laughter and...

Genesis R.

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Lourdes I.


Clermont, FL

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love taking care of children, I'm a proud mommy of two, I am available from Monday-Friday 7-4 and also on a date night. Please contact me.
Lourdes can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Lourdes has been a blessing to our family. She is always there when I need her and my son really enjoys spending time with her."

Teresa T.

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Ashley D.


Davenport, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ashley and I have been caring for children since I was 15. I started as a daycare assistant and since then I've been a nanny for multiple families with children newborn-7 years, lead infant classrooms where I was responsible for up to 7 infants, and been a vacation nanny! I graduated with my Bachelor's degree...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We were coming from out of town for an event and were using Care.com for the first time out of necessity. I was very nervous about leaving our 10 month old daughter with someone I hadn't met before, especially because she had recently started going through...

Julie D.

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Morgan D.


Davenport, FL

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi there I'm Margo! I worked in a daycare for 3 years while in college. After graduating I became a nanny and had more time to watch kiddos for a few families from the daycare. I love helping out families with their kids and giving parents that peace of mind that their kids are well cared for. While not nannying I'm often...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
5.0
"We hired Margo for 2 weeks to help us look after our 5 year old during our Disney world trip and she was the absolute best. Her background as a nursery caregiver gives her a wealth of knowledge about children and babies especially as well as infinite patience. Her...

Margarita M.

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Yovani C.


Winter Haven, FL

$17/hr7 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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.

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Viviane M.


Kissimmee, FL

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

If You Looking For Someone You Really Can Trust To Let Your Kiddos! You Just Find Me! Let's Talk

I'm Viviane, 30 years old. I'm Brazilian, no children and I live in Kissimmee I started my career as a day care teacher in Brazil 7 years ago, during this time I worked with infants and preschool aged children. I started working in the US in 2019 as an aupair with three different families for 2 years and a half taking care of...
Viviane can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Viviane was our family's Au pair (live-in nanny) from January 2018 until January 2019. Viviane was an excellent nanny for our family and I highly recommend her for any childcare position. Viviane took care of our daughters, who at that time were ages 3 and 3...

Kate C.

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Kali B.


Lakeland, FL

$15-21/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college student currently pursuing my Bachelor's in Nursing and want to become a pediatric nurse in the future! I have had experience with childcare off and on for family and family friends. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I am very good at finding creative things to do with kids that don't...
Kali can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kali is fantastic! We hired Kali 3 times when we were visiting Florida to watch our 3 kids (ages 10, 7 & 2) and she was amazing with all of them. She's responsible, respectful, warm and engaging, plus punctual, responsive, and professional. The kids loved her!"

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Courtney S.


Davenport, FL

$25-36/hr10 yrs exp

Interactive Baby Sitter!

4.2

(5)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey everyone! I have been baby sitting children of friends and family members since I was about 10 years old. I am experienced baby sitting children from new born stages up to teenagers. I love to get the kids outside and playing, or if weather does not allow, inside playing with toys and arts and crafts... anything productive....
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Courtney was amazing. We hired her for many things. She's a women that can do it all. I would very highly recommend her."

Laurie K.

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Lyndsay P.


Clermont, FL

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lyndsay. I am 24 years old & am a Registered Nurse. I have previous ER & ICU experience and am currently working in a Pre-op/PACU setting. My current patient population is pediatrics (infant to 17yrs old) & adults recovering from surgery. I am PALS, BLS/ALS, & ACLS certified. So yes, I am highly trained in...
Lyndsay can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I would highly recommend Lyndsay. She has watched our 2 and 4 year old many times. She is very friendly and professional. She is great with my children and they look forward to seeing her. My children are on a pretty good routine and she always adheres to their...

Joy H.

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Cassidy W.


Davenport, FL

$28/hr7 yrs exp

Exited Sitter And A Fun Creator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Cassidy, I am 22 and I love to work with children. I am a lifeguard at Walt Disney World and I enjoy having fun in the sun. I am CPR certified and I have a certification in first aid. I am a current student and I would love to help little ones with their remote school work. I have my own transportation and I...
Cassidy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cassidy was absolutely amazing with my kids. When I get home, my kids are so sad to see her leave. She is an absolute gem. Engages with the kids and creates a safe, fun and creative environment."

Lisa A.

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Gianna B.


Lakeland, FL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Gianna and I am a college student going into my fourth year of school on a Pre-OT track. I'd describe my personality as kind, energetic, and organized. I started working with kids when I volunteered at multiple summer camps during middle school I want you as the parent to feel comfortable with me watching your...
Gianna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We hired Gianna in July of 2022 and she was outstanding! Gianna was professional, reliable, and our two kids (age 7 & 4) absolutely loved her! We look forward to hiring Gianna again in the future. I would strongly recommend her to anyone."

Paul T.

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Madeline H.


Winter Haven, FL

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

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! "

Juliet V.

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Katie G.


Kissimmee, FL

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a patient, energetic, reliable person that has a lot of experience with children ages infant-15. During college, I spent my summer as an overnight camp counselor for girls ages 7-13 where I spent time entertaining them, eating meals with them, and putting them to bed. I was also an assistant dance instructor for young...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"She is very conscientious and does great with all ages of children. She is also very respectful of parents’ rules and ensures that they are followed while children are in her care. My boys are 10 and 11 and can be quite a handful but Katie was caring and...

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Katherine J.


Lakeland, FL

$17/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Katherine, I am fun loving, kind, patient and compassionate. Being with kids brings out the best in me! I love learning a child's personality, while also helping them grow and learn and explore the world around them. I am very active and love to bring the kids outside! I started working with kids when I was 11...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Katherine is a 10/10!! I couldn’t say enough good things about her. She’s everything you’re looking for a more. My three year old and 16 month old just love and adore her. As we do too! I would recommend her to my family and friends any day!"

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Meghan L.


Kissimmee, FL

$11-16/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a fun, energetic, reliable sitter. I have been watching kids for approximately six years now and I have loved every second of it. My mother is a preschool teacher and nanny so I have basically been watching kids my entire life. In high school, I began teaching ballet to kids from ages 3-12 and started babysitting...
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
"My family recently relocated away from the Troy area and by far our biggest regret was that we weren't able to take Meghan with us. During her time as our Daughters Nanny, Meghan quickly became her best friend, while simultaneously developing a tremendous amount of...

Matthew H.

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Paola G.


Davenport, FL

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care

I'd describe my personality I am affectionate, patient, I like to teach, I am creative, and fun I like working with kids because because theirs is the kingdom of heaven, they are fun, innocent, I like to care, teach, because I have worked for many years in health and I love to care and protect, I'm looking for a job that I am...
5.0
"She used to babysit my kids when they were little and she did an amazing job. She is so loving and would take care of all of their needs. She is no longer with us because the kids already started school otherwise she would still be with us. "

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Polk City, FL

Clara T.

3.0

Clara was be my first sitter outside of family and friends, so I don't know if my experience is the norm in these circumstances. She does respond right away when messaged so I liked that about her. She is reliable and punctual. I hired her to sit for my son while I was at a work related conference...

- Maria R.

Stephanie A.

5.0

Took really good care on my 2 toddlers.

- Care member

Cristen A.

5.0

Cristena was amazingly kind and attentive to our son while we had an adult day at Disney World. She took time to get to know our son's like and dislikes in a short amount of time. Cristina also attended to all his needs plus listened well to our wishes that we requested. We will definitely call...

- Zachariah A.

Soleil T.

5.0

She was able to watch our daughter on short notice for a date night. She was delightful, respectful, fun, and reliable! We would absolutely hire her again. My daughter really enjoyed her. Thank you, Solei!

- Care member

Yanielis V.

5.0

Yanielis is a very hardworking person and is super friendly with others. She is a person that is dedicated to her family, friends, work and school. Yanielis cares about others and is always willing to help others . She makes a person's day with her laughter and happiness. I have known her for more...

- Genesis R.

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