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Find babysitters in Ruskin, FL that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in Ruskin, FL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Ruskin, FL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kellie, and I'm a 24-year-old enthusiastic and experienced babysitter with a passion for creating safe, fun, and engaging environments for children. With over 7 years of hands-on babysitting experience, I've had the pleasure of working with kids of all ages, from toddlers to pre-teens.
When I'm not...
Kellie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kellie is always smiling, has a huge heart, and is adventurous! She would be a great addition to a family looking for a reliable and caring babysitter!"
Veronique V.
5.0
(2)
I have experience with children of all ages and all kinds of pets! I'm a 6th grade teacher and have an Bachelor's degree in education
As your baby sitter: I love kids of all ages, we can play games, watch movies, eat snacks and meals, and do crafts together.
As your pet sitter: I love all pets! I have experience with dogs,...
Nikki can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Nikki has watched our 3 boys (8,10,12) on two occasions. With that being said, Nikki is our first experience with Care.com. Our boys and Nikki have connected well. The kids also loved that Nikki is fully engaged with them, while she is watching them. The kids look...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother. I was blessed with a son that is now a young adult. I enjoy being a mother, a caregiver and an Activity Director. Over the last 25 years I have been caring for children, adults, seniors, special needs and pets. I am hard working, compassionate, loving, organized and CPR certified. As an Activity Director for the...
Stacey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have know Stacey B. for approx 4 years now & I have to say when she sees a child her eyes light up. She is so kind and compassionate. She loves to read to them & help them learn age appropriate things. Of course she loves to have fun with them also. She has such...
Kim P.
Krystal J.
Ruskin, FL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.6
(13)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a licenced pharmacy technician and student. I discovered my love for caring for others at a very young age. I have 12 years of professional child care experience working with children of all ages.
Krystal can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Krystal works for me as a nanny and personal assistant. She was everything and more to my family. She assisted in the family dynamic I truly desired for my family. My children loved her and still call her today. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
What sets me apart as a nanny is my dedication to creating a safe, and fun environment for the children I care for. I understand the importance of building trust with both parents and kids.
I have a solid background in early childhood education and have completed courses in CPR, so you can rest assured that your little ones are...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison was great with my two littles! She also helped with taking them places, aquariums, beaches, and to the park down our street. I would recommend Madison to anyone in my neighborhood!"
Emily H.
Charlotte B.
Ruskin, FL
$21-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
A bit about my experience, I worked at the YMCA as a camp counselor at the age of 16. I went on to I become an assistant teacher at Kids Community college at the age of 20. Honestly that was the best experience in my teaching career. I wasn't just working with one age group I was switching classes from infants to 6 years old....
Charlotte can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Charlotte has been amazing with our daughter. When she first came, she was only 8 weeks old. She has now come a few times and every time is so great with her. Not only does she make sure she is fed and happy, she does activities with her to assist with her...
Holly M.
I have 2 years of Professional Preschool experience but I've been caring for children for 9+ years. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. I have worked with all ages 0-12+.
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, and caring! I absolutely love taking the time to understand children and learning what makes them happy!
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Alexandra E.
Ruskin, FL
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an easy going NC native, new to FL & a proud momma of two brilliant children (ages 16 &11.) I started working with children when I was just a teen in my homeschool group & church nursery & continued this throughout the years in various ways. I was always one to babysit so when I was a military spouse, in a new area, I...
Alexandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Teresa, I am bilingual Spanish-English I have cared for children for over 35 years. Since I was 23, I have raised two beautiful adult children of my own. I truly enjoy working with kids and find this to be extremely rewarding. I have filled in as a babysitter multiple times for friends and families. My last job...
Teresa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
I started working with kids when I was just 14, babysitting my younger brothers and family friends of mine. I eventually started branching out and babysitting for more families and I loved it! I then worked at a summer camp for kids ages 3-12.
Hello! My name is Karin! I'm 32 years old and have a flexible schedule since I'm a stay-at-home wife, attend school online for my Master's in Nutrition, and currently do nutrition & fitness coaching. I am excited to take on babysitting positions and provide a fun and uplifting sitter experience! I love encouraging taking breaks...
Karin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kennedy P.
Ruskin, FL
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've been a childcare provider for the past three years, and I absolutely love supporting families and providing reliable child care. While I'm formal and reserved in nature, I also follow the parents' preferred communication method and their lead when it comes to enforcing household rules. I'm most comfortable caring for two...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Karla G.
Ruskin, FL
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello my name is Karla, I am currently a lead PSR at a pediatric office. Certified in CPR, I have always loved working with children. I come from a big family with lots of nieces and nephews who I have taken care for and continue to care for. I have volunteered at children's hospital and loved every single moment I was there....
Valerie M.
Ruskin, FL
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a caregiver
- The child inside of me feels happy when I spend time with kids.
- Baby sitter available.
Valerie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
I am 59 years old and have 5 grown children. Four of my children attended and graduated from private colleges, my youngest son chose to enlist in the Marines. While my children were in school, I was a leader in Girl Scouts of America, Boy Scouts of America, and 4H, and received the Award for my work with the scouts in the...
Hello friends!!! I am Amaya, currently a 21-year-old college student looking to support families in the best possible way!! I'm currently studying health science and hope to become a school nurse in the future and I believe this job will fundamentally be the most important aspect into helping build relationships and strategies...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Georgia S.
Ruskin, FL
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I am 25 years of age. I love kids! I have 4 siblings of my own. I have previous experience as a preschool teacher. I taught ages 1-VPK (5/6) years of age. I am great with new atmospheres, new kids to care for, and I'm pretty easy to warm up to! Beside the kid factor of things, I love music, the outdoors, animals, fishing,...
Georgia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am an attentive, hardworking, and nurturing individual who takes great responsibility in the children I care for. I have 4 years of experience working with children from ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. In my personal time I enjoy reading and spending time with friends and family.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a nurturing and dependable grandmother who not only loves children but enjoys their company. Newborns need cuddling and a soothing transition when mom returns to the workforce and mom needs to be reassured her baby is getting the best care. Therefore, I will only accept positions where the parents have installed cameras to...
Phyllis can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Phyllis is a wonderful person. So kind, so loving, extremely knowledgeable and flexible as well! My son absolutely adores her and she is great with following the schedule I have worked to have him on in order to make it easier on everyone!! Extremely impressed! "
Nicole B.
I am mother to two grown successful ladies. I am an honest, kind, respectful woman. I am very organized and hardworking. I can be outspoken at times.
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, charismatic and assertive
I like working with kids because they see no colour, hold no grudges and are filled with eagerness to...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ruskin, FL
Kellie C.
5.0
Kellie is always smiling, has a huge heart, and is adventurous! She would be a great addition to a family looking for a reliable and caring babysitter!
- Veronique V.
Nikki B.
5.0
Nikki has watched our 3 boys (8,10,12) on two occasions. With that being said, Nikki is our first experience with Care.com. Our boys and Nikki have connected well. The kids also loved that Nikki is fully engaged with them, while she is watching them. The kids look forward to many more visits with...
- Care member
Stacey B.
5.0
Stacey B. is a highly dedicated professional with skills qualifying her to work in a wide variety of settings. She has worked with special needs children and adults, and seniors. She has been a foster parent, raised her own child, and assisted in the care of a special needs child. Stacey is a...
- Robin D.
Krystal J.
5.0
Krystal works for me as a nanny and personal assistant. She was everything and more to my family. She assisted in the family dynamic I truly desired for my family. My children loved her and still call her today.
- Care member
Madison R.
5.0
Madison was great with my two littles! She also helped with taking them places, aquariums, beaches, and to the park down our street. I would recommend Madison to anyone in my neighborhood!
- Emily H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ruskin, FL:
How can I find a Ruskin babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ruskin, 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 20 babysitters in Ruskin, FL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Ruskin, FL?
The average rate for Ruskin, FL babysitters on Care.com is $20.75 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 Ruskin, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ruskin, 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 Ruskin, FL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Ruskin, FL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.