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Makayla M.

Get To Know Me!!

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Makayla! I am 21 years old and I have been a nanny since I was 17. I got my infant CPR certification in 2022 but need to renew it as it expired in 2024. I have experience as a live in nanny, full time nanny, and part time nanny. As well as a travel nanny. I have worked with kids ages 3 weeks - 12 years...

Care Member says "Makayla has always displayed extreme nurturing qualities followed by a gentle spirit with a lot of patience. She listens to any concern I may express &...

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Sydney L.

Davenport, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! I have been working with children for around 8 years. I have worked with multiple families through care and spent a year full time nannying in 2022. I've also worked as an assistant daycare teacher. I'm responsible, have a strong work ethic, and am always on time. I'm very pet-friendly, I love being outdoors, and enjoy...

Kristy P. says "Sydney was great with our 3 month old baby! She is super nice, on time and even helped us out with short notice! "

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Callahan G.

Summer Camp Counselor Who Misses Hanging Out With Kiddos!

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been babysitting families in my hometown since I was 11 years-old and I have been a camp counselor at Covenant Harbor Bible Camp for the past four summers. I have also worked with children with special needs as a volunteer at Easterseals in Chicago, Illinois. I hope to create long-term relationships with families. My...

Maria S. says "Callie is the best! So sweet with our little man. Genuinely caring and kindhearted. Very helpful around the house. An absolute joy to work with. We feel...

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Sophia K.

Kissimmee, FL

3.7(1)
from
$20/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
I am a very outgoing and joyful person. I come from a family of 8 people and I have always loved to babysit. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I have experience working at space coast early intervention center as well as taking an ample amount of early childhood development classes through my career. I am...

Care Member says "She loved my children like they were her own. She could handle our newborn and our toddler and would hold Them forever while they slept. 1000% the...

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Brenda C.

Looking For Part-time Or Full-time Childcare Position.

Winter Haven, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I am currently seeking a single-family nanny position. I enjoy reading with children, playing learning games, teaching new skills and making learning fun. I will provide a safe and happy environment for your child(ren) and work with them at their level, to continue accomplishing forward momentum in their growth and development....

Care Member says "Brenda was our caregiver for our 2 children for several plus years. She was always on time, dependable & reliable. She went above & beyond what was...

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Emilliana K.

Babysitter

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hallow, I am Emilliana, a reliable, patient, creative, responsible and caring babysitter with over 12 years of experience caring for children ages 0-12. I have a background in Education, and I am a certified Childcare provider. I'm passionate about creating fun and engaging experiences for kids. I enjoy playing games, reading...

Care Member says "Emilliana took care of our daughter from 6 months to 17 months, and we cannot be any more grateful for her kindness, her patience and her loving care...

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Carissa P.

Fun Sitter And Reliable Caretaker

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! my name is Carissa. I am 22 years old. I'm about to enter into the Masters of human services program at Southeastern university college this fall. I have always loved kids, and with my bachelors being in psychology, I know that a babysitter can have a huge impact on your child. I like to establish a fun and creative...

Teresa S. says "We absolutely loved Carissa to work with our family! She was very responsible and caring toward the children. Carissa came in to help us in a last...

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Ana G.

Anabanana The Sitter

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Rachael T.

Kissimmee, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Rachael and I am 26 years old. I recently made magic for the Walt Disney Company in Magic Kingdom, specifically Fantasyland, where I was able to be with kids of all ages. I have previous nanny experience, including 3 toddlers, a baby of 3 months and twin girls, age 3. The 3-month-old, I would occupy while his...

Care Member says "Rachael is attentive to the needs of those she is caring for and is responsible, reliable and thorough"

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Kenisha M.

Child Care

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am an experienced care provider for infants and children of all age groups. I, myself, have a 19-year-old son and a 6-year-old daughter, so yes you can imagine I have experienced all the stages from infancy on up to teenager and starting over lol. I am a Medical Assistant graduate. I have had the pleasure of working in private...

Tanya H. says "Awesome care provider. Kids love her."

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Aviza M.

Boutique Childcare/Infant Room

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am certified in infant/child CPR and trained in First aid. I have completed early childhood education classes and hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and have been caring for children for over 20 years. I provide quality, specialized one on one care from my home in a safe environment and nurturing environment. I am...

Sara W. says "Aviza is super professional and so kind. My little ones adored her from the first time they spent time with her. They told me she was the best babysitter...

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Karen M.

Pleasure To Meet You And Your Family!

Davenport, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'm a dedicated childcare professional with over 6 years of experience in nurturing and educating children of various ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development led me to this fulfilling career where I strive to make a positive impact on their lives. I am known for my patient and calm demeanor, which...

Care Member says "She’s a great care take. Helped my kid with homework as well as feed and gave medication as advised. She very helpful around the house. Very outgoing...

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Julia H.

Kissimmee, FL

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I relocated to Orlando in July 2016 from the UK where I ran a successful Montessori Early Years Education facility for 13 years. I am Florida State Certified to teach up to third grade. I worked for OCPS and Osceola school districts, am Montessori certified in both the UK and USA, hold the current Florida State reading...

Megan M. says "We used Julia as our sitter during our last vacation for our three children ages 1, 7, and 10. She was punctual, dependable and the kids adored her. They...

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Katlyn E.

Part-time Babysitter/date Nights/weekends

Auburndale, FL

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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...
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Hannah T.

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I've been a nanny for 8 years now and I love working with children. I have experience with all ages as young as a few days old all the way up to 20 years old with developmental disabilities. I'm a dedicated and compassionate caretaker. Skilled in developing and implementing age-appropriate activities that promote physical,...

Care Member says " Hannah is truly a professional self motivated and attentive care giver. She pays attention to the details, thus exceeding expectations and ensuring...

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Erica A.

I Look Forward To Hearing From You!

Davenport, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Erica, originally from Nashville, Tennessee, made her way to Orlando in 2021. Her childcare career began in 2015. Erica has worked with children ages newborn through age 17. Erica also has experience in caring for multiple children. She realized the joy found in fostering growth among kids. Erica has worked at four different...

Lindsey B. says "Erica was the most magical find during our recent trip to Disney. She came to our resort hotel and cared for our 3 month old while we went into the park...

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Allison M.

Loving And Patient Nanny Available Immediately -Flexible Hours

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I truly love being with children. I am a compassionate, dependable and trust worthy person who enjoys discovering each child's unique personality. I strive to create an environment where children are praised and encouraged so that they will be confident life long learners . I am not married and do not have children. I love...

Carol A. says "Our family absolutely loved Allie! Best babysitter of the year award. Allie is dependable, kind, loving, always looking on the positive side and most of...

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Chavon J.

Davenport, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
From a very young age I developed a love for caring for children. In the summer of 2016 I started taking care of my baby cousin as a stay in nanny which I did for two years. I have several years of experience doing paid childcare at my church with ages 0-12. I was a nanny for a beloved family for two years, I have also been...

Emily P. says "Chavon has been such a blessing to our family!! She is excellent with our 3 year old, 10 month old, and our dog. She is extremely dependable and our kids...

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Katelyn T.

Fun, Creative, Experienced Full-time Nanny

Lakeland, FL

4.8(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a young professional who loves Jesus. I am currently renovating my own home with the help of my puppy named Joe-Jo. I have been nannying for 5 years. I have experience with newborns to school-age kids. I have worked with multiple families and families with multiples (twin toddlers & triplet newborns). I have formal training...

Sarah M. says "Katelyn is godsend and we will have her again in a heartbeat! She is genuine, patient, and gave my daughter her loving attention the times she was home...

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Katie F.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Kissimmee, FL

from
$13/hr
3 years experience
Hello, I am a responsible young professional looking for part-time care giving work. I have experience babysitting children from ages 3-18.
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  • The average post rate is $15.20/hr as of July 2025

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Polk City, FL

Babysitters in Polk City, FL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Makayla M.

Makayla has always displayed extreme nurturing qualities followed by a gentle spirit with a lot of patience. She listens to any concern I...

- Care member

Sydney L.

Sydney was great with our 3 month old baby! She is super nice, on time and even helped us out with short notice!

- Kristy P.

Callahan G.

Callie is the best! So sweet with our little man. Genuinely caring and kindhearted. Very helpful around the house. An absolute joy to work...

- Maria S.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Polk City, FL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Polk City, 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 5 babysitters in Polk City, FL on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Polk City, FL babysitters on Care.com is $15.20 per hour as of July 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Polk City, 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.

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