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80 babysitters are listed in Sanford, FL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Sanford, FL
4.9
(20)
Hired by 56 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 12. It began with close family friends who needed someone when they went to work or just wanted to go out on a date night. Then, I started traveling with my parents for their business (Send Out Cards). During these trips we would attend conventions; however, some people with small children could...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison is friendly, responsible, fun, and overall great person and a great babysitter!"
Angel B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Makayla and I am 24 years old. I have an undergraduate degree in Childhood Education and Graduate degree in Exceptional Student Education. I am Florida certified in both Elementary and ESE K-12, along with a reading endorsement. I have spent the last two years working in Volusia County as a fourth and now a second...
Makayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Makayla, our sitter, was lovely, she genuinely enjoyed the kids and they had a great time with her. Makayla was always prompt, very helpful and professional. She has a wonderful family and continues her passion in education. We thoroughly enjoyed her as our sitter...
Lee Y.
5.0
(1)
I grew up the eldest of 8 cousins, and I still visit them every summer. I've also babysat for multiple families, at ranging ages. I've always loved children, I still ask my mom if she' ll give me a little sibling! Punctuality is important to me, as I do have my own car. I' m ready to get down and play with the kids. I really...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Gail W.
Sanford, FL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Here To Help. Please Tell Me How Can I Assist You?
5.0
(19)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Gail!
I am a mature adult who has raised four children into respectable adults. I've cared for other people's children and aging parents throughout the years. I've cared for infants, twins, a child with a brain tumor. Also, adults with Alzheimer, strokes and other special needs adults & children. I've worked at...
Gail can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gail began working for us this year part time. We have always struggled to find proper care for our sons and we are continuously grateful for the support that Gail brings to our family. If you are looking for someone to bring your mind to ease while working or out...
Kayla S.
Amber W.
Sanford, FL
$13-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'll Treat Your Kids As If They Were My Own. I'm Fun, Helpful, And Dedicated To My Job.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've watched children from all ages. I love kids. I'm a very fun babysitter with a tremendous amount of patience. I'm willing to play and take your kids to do fun activities as well as help them academically if needed. Although my full focus is to tend to your child/children, I am also willing to help out around the house....
Amber can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Nice personality, my kids like her and said that she did a great job."
Wandaliz T.
5.0
(1)
I have been Babysitting since I was about 13, I am now 30. I have babysat over 4 kids at once before. I have babysat from infants to 12-year-olds. All the kids I have babysat have loved me, I can proudly say. Also. I am a mother now of a 5-year-old girl and a 12-year-old boy. I am ready to get back into nannying.
Samantha can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sam worked with our family for almost a year. Our 3 kids, 2 school aged girls and a toddler boy all loved her. She provided school transportation, helped with homework and chores, made meals, read stories and kept the kids busy with lots of playtime. She was very...
Lisa F.
Kayla V.
Sanford, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a college student looking to continue my passion of working with children! I plan to go into Pediatric occupational therapy. I have DCF, CPR and First Aid training. I've been a professional nanny and babysitting for family, friends and neighbors for nearly 15 years ranging from ages 4 weeks to 15 years old!
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kayla is amazing! She is comfortable with my infant son and he loves being with her! We continue to have Kayla as a sitter when possible, and hope to keep doing so in the future! I highly recommend her!"
Ashley G.
Maria Z.
Sanford, FL
$16-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
I am a woman passionate about teaching, caring and supporting the development of children. With more than 16 years of experience in caring for children as a mother of a beautiful 5-years-old girl and an energetic 16-years-old teenager. In addition to being at least (5) years old as a baby sister and a private Spanish teacher....
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"a responsible and honest happy person"
Lina H.
Shelcy B.
Sanford, FL
$13-16/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Shelcy, I have 7 years of experience from watching my baby sister to watching children of family/ church friends and I also have experience taking care of Autistic children. I can help with just about anything, rides to and from school, snacks and dinner, homework and even bedtime. I love taking care of children it is...
Shelcy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Was a great sitter. The kids enjoyed their time with her and she even cleaned up after them when we said they were capable of doing it. Would definitely hire her again."
Francisco D.
Rebekkah Nicole R.
Sanford, FL
$24-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Bekkah! I have 10+ years of experience working with neurotypical kiddos and kids with autism and other special needs diagnoses. I have a nack for helping all types of kids feel comfortable enough to have tons of fun! I promise to make any time with me, a good experience!
Rebekkah Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Bekkah is absolutely wonderful with our 3 year old and 1 year old boys. My son was just asking if she is coming over the other day, because he loves to play with her. She’s reliable and is great with my boys. She’s also great at updating me/us when she is sitting....
Care member
Kaitlyn H.
Sanford, FL
$22-33/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Am Excited To Be Caring For Your Little One(s). I Am Active And A Go With The Flow Kind Of Person.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have been a full time nanny for 3 years. I have worked with ages varying from 8months to 8 years. I am a patient, compassionate, playful, and positive kind of person. If requested, light house work is okay with me. I enjoy working with kids because they are curious and constantly learning. These are qualities I like to...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kait is great with my toddler and preschooler. She's responsible and easy to get along with, and my kids love her."
Joanna S.
Gia R.
Sanford, FL
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.4
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Gia, I am 24 years old and I just recently graduated in May at the University of Tampa with a Bachelors of Science degree and plan to attend graduate school for Speech Pathology. I have experience with all ages ranging from: newborns, infants, toddlers, and older. I can be flexible and am always looking for more...
Gia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very friendly and conscientious, she was great with our girls."
Gabriel C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Responsible, reliable and trustworthy caregiver that will treat your precious child as if it were to be my own child. I am a professional in Public Relations currently in a change of career, seeking to use my personal skills along with my life experiences to give the best possible care to your precious child.
Crisbel can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"She is a wonderful person that you can depend on. She was always on time and flexible. She is trustworthy and would take care of you loved one."
Addis A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a childcare provider with more than 15 years of experience with children aged four weeks to 13 years. Most recently, I was employed full-time as a nanny and household manager for a family with two boys who were 3 and 4 years old. Before this, I worked primarily with twins in several households. My experience includes infant...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rachel was a full time nanny for our twin toddlers for two years. She was excellent and exceeded our expectations."
Michael A.
Maria M.
Sanford, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I'm currently employed! Thank you for reaching out!
*I do not offer housekeeping
My name is Maria. Mom of 2, so I know the responsibility and expectations of every parent in search of finding someone who will care for their kids as their own. I've been caregiving since I was a teen. I've cared from infants to...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"I loved Maria the first minute I saw her. She is very sweet, very kind take care of my son while I was at hospital. Very loyal and be there for you when need her and my son loved her she is very caring. I am blessed to find her and I will keep her as my sister."
Bakhan H.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi dear mi name is Yaneri I am a person known for being responsible, organized, patient, careful and dedicated. I wish I could contribute positively to your family.
I'd describe my personality as : responsible, patient, vocation for caring for children, etc
I like working with kids because I consider that I have a vocation, I...
Yaneri Brighit can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have a year's worth of experience working with kids at SeaWorld, Orlando! Over the summer I work as a camp counselor, taking care of groups of 18 kindergartens and 4/5th. In the off season I am a sleepovers guide, working with children ranging from 2nd-12th grade. I have experience from volunteering for elementary school...
Annabelle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Liliane and I have two amazing daughters. I worked for La petite academy and was elected star of the month and employee of the month. . I am also a certified french teacher and early childhood educator.
Liliane can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Josephine P.
Sanford, FL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dedicated Mom And Experienced Retired Healthcare Professional
As an experienced mom, I'm comfortable changing cloth diapers (and disposables), along with potty training and baby sign language. In addition to caring for small children I love animals and helping engaging with elderly family members as well. In addition to my experience I am very willing to help run errands and other areas of...
Morgan M.
Sanford, FL
$21-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello!! I'm a caregiver who has always felt passionate about fostering children's growth and development. I have a few years of experience as a childcare provider, and I've also had positive experiences in previous babysitting roles. I started by working in my churches kids ministry and last summer I nannied four amazing kids,...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Sanford, FL
Madison B.
5.0
Madison is friendly, responsible, fun, and overall great person and a great babysitter!
- Angel B.
Makayla V.
5.0
Makayla provided after school care for my daughter (8) and son (6). She was always on time and dependable. She communicated clearly and in a timely manner. Makayla is kind and thoughtful, the kids loved her and I felt they were safe in her care.
- Stephanie C.
Gail W.
5.0
Gail has been such a wonderful and reliable babysitter for my three young kids! My kids look forward to her visits and my youngest immediately climbs into her lap (he’s usually super shy). She’s supportive and respectful of our parenting style and our schedules. She’s great at communicating and is...
- Care member
Amber W.
5.0
Nice personality, my kids like her and said that she did a great job.
- Wandaliz T.
Samantha A.
5.0
Sam worked with our family for almost a year. Our 3 kids, 2 school aged girls and a toddler boy all loved her. She provided school transportation, helped with homework and chores, made meals, read stories and kept the kids busy with lots of playtime. She was very dependable and am excellent...
- Lisa F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Sanford, FL:
How can I find a Sanford babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Sanford, 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 80 babysitters in Sanford, 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 Sanford, FL?
The average rate for Sanford, FL babysitters on Care.com is $18.07 per hour as of March 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 Sanford, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Sanford, 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 Sanford, FL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Sanford, FL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 78 reviews of the 80 listed babysitters.