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179 babysitters are listed in Sarasota, FL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Sarasota, FL
Maggie E.
Sarasota, FL
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi!! I'm Maggie! I have been a babysitter since I was 16. I love kids and specialized in children's healthcare throughout college at ole miss (hotty toddy)! I am CPR and First AID certified! Feel free to reach out with any questions :)
Hi! My name is Julia, and I am a marketing student at USF. I have years of experience with kids through babysitting and working at an after-school program. Kids never fail to put a smile on my face, and I love working with them! I have a very open schedule, so I will be available anytime. I am only looking for about 10 to 15...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Madison I.
Sarasota, FL
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, my names Madison! I'm from Michigan and just moved here in January of 2021 and I absolutely love it here! I've had 4 years of experience with children, I started babysitting at 16 and began working at a daycare at 17. When I graduated high school I worked full time at a daycare until I moved here and started a new daycare...
Lyndsey C.
Sarasota, FL
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a 24-year-old recent college graduate with many years of child care experience! I have references for my past nannying & babysitting positions, and I am also CPR certified. I have a reliable vehicle and a clean driving record, as well as experience driving multiple kids to playdates/school/etc. I am a professional...
Lyndsey can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Julia H.
Sarasota, FL
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Julia, I am 18 years old and graduate of Sarasota High School. I have over 7 years of experience. I have been babysitting since 6th grade for kids of all ages and for a little over a year have worked in a head start daycare for children ages ranging from 6 weeks to 5 years old. I love having fun with children and...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Alexandra , I have been working as a babysitter and in child care for about 4 yrs now! I am an after school care teacher and work at elementary school. I love kids and I love working with them, it's such a joyous job!
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello I'm Stella, I've been babysitting for a couple of years and it's one of my favorite things to do. I can assist with many things including traveling with kids, preparing meals, schoolwork, sporting activities, etc. I love being helpful, reliable, trustworthy, and also a fun babsysitter they'll want around. Full time...
Stella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked at a Martial Arts Summer Camp for the past 4 years as a counselor and teacher. I looked over about 20 kids at a time, from about 4 years to 15-years-old. Also, I have worked for about 2 years at an after-school Martial Arts program for about 2 years off and on. I am a senior in the International Baccalaureate...
Ivonne can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi y'all! I've been babysitting since I was a teenager, and have been nannying on and off the past few years for a 4-year-old as well as a 1-year-old. I've worked with kids of all ages and neurodivergence as a student mentor and dance instructor.
Brittany can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Jennifer L.
Sarasota, FL
$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a registered nurse who is currently staying home with my two sons who are 3 and 1. They love playing with other children and are very welcoming to kids in our home. Besides raising my own children, I have been babysitting since my teenage years and love interacting with children thru learning, arts and crafts, and outdoor...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Please message me first before booking Thank you!
I love kids! I've bathed, cooked and cleaned for kids since I was 12 years old. Playing with them is always a must and keeping them happy is what I do best. I've watched kids from ages newborn to 15 years old. Interacting with kids, helping them learn and grow is what I love...
Micha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a college student at ringling who is looking for a part time job. I have volunteered at Ronald McDonald's house for a year and have been babysitting for two years. I have my own car and I would be able to do household chores. I am also an artist and would be happy to help with art and crafts and other creative outlets.
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 20 years of experience as a preschool teacher/administrator. I've been babysitting for several families for over 10 years as needed and have become parts of their families as their children have grown. I have two grown children of my own, who in my biased opinion are wonderful, independent, educated and those calls for...
Nancy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I worked at a daycare for 4 months before moving back to Sarasota. I completed 45 hours of online daycare training. I loved working at the daycare and now want to give babysitting a try. I am currently studying for my K-12 Florida Art Education exams. I love drawing, sculpting, animation, cooking, baking, being outside, and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kassidy A.
Sarasota, FL
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
As a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with two years of experience and toddler gymnastics coaching, I'm passionate about supporting families and ensuring a safe and enriching environment for children of all ages. My journey into caregiving was inspired by my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Brenna D.
Sarasota, FL
$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm soft-spoken, cheerful, and gentle.
I love working with children because it's so rewarding to be a part of their lives-guiding them in right and wrong while building a special bond along the way.
I started working with kids at 16 as a babysitter, then at 20, I got a job at a daycare. That's when I truly fell in love with...
Brenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I am a current 4th year medical student at Florida State University College of Medicine. As I have finished my rotations, I have the availability to babysit and tutors children as soon as possible. Here is a little bit more about my experience working with kids:
- Internship at the Golisano Children's Museum
- Plenty of...
Alexzandra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Nina E.
Sarasota, FL
$25-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Nina! I am a mom of three children ages 5, 9 and 11. My background is in Early Childhood education. I have my certification to teach preschool as well as my directors credential. I've been a preschool teacher, a nanny and a stay at home mom.
I am looking for some hours babysitting while my children are at school....
I'd describe my personality as Caring, Oitgoing, Reliable
I like working with kids because it's so fun to watch them grow! And they keep you on your toes for sure :)
I'm looking for a job that is flexible and more than just "work" for me. I will care for your babies as my own :)
I started working with kids when I was 14, and...
Paige S.
Sarasota, FL
$18-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi my name is Paige and I'm 27 years old. I am 1 of 9 children and come from a loving family! I have multiple nieces and nephews who I have cared for along with other babysitting experience from previous years. I currently nanny for two families in fed hill and looking for date night jobs for the weekends. I have an Associates...
Paige can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Sarasota, FL:
How can I find a Sarasota babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Sarasota, 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 179 babysitters in Sarasota, FL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 Sarasota, FL?
The average rate for Sarasota, FL babysitters on Care.com is $20.27 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 Sarasota, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Sarasota, 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 Sarasota, FL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Sarasota, FL are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 110 reviews of the 179 listed babysitters.