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941 babysitters are listed in Tampa, FL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Tampa, FL
4.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Melody and I am currently looking for babysitting and possibly part time nannying opportunities. I have a Bachelors in Early Childhood Education and for the past three years I was a second grade teacher. I also have experience as a summer nanny, day care assistant (0-3 years old), a math tutor, and date night...
Melody can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
4.0
"We interviewed with Melody and were quite impressed. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is because she is new to professional babysitting. However, she was on time and presented herself very well. She seemed extremely responsible and genuinely concerned with...
Katherine S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Taylor I am 30 years old I live in ybor, Florida, I am currently in Nanny in at Pete until mid august. I am looking for date night/ night weekend occasional sitting. And I will be looking for a new family end of summer! I have worked in a daycare and have my clearances also have been background checked . I love...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor is fabulous with young children."
Meg W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, a little about my experience with kids: I have a lot of cousins that I baby sit for. Including sisters, one is 6 months old, and one is 16 months old. I also babysit my other cousins who are brothers, one is 7, one is 10, and one is 13. I also babysit for my cousins who are sisters one is 9 and one is 11. When I babysit...
Quinn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Devoted to nurturing the next generation, my journey has been enriched by the time I've spent caring for children. With a warm and patient demeanor, I've embraced the role of a caregiver, creating a safe and loving environment where kids can thrive. From engaging in playtime activities to doing homework, I understand the...
Margie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Margie is very high energy and is a great worker. She is good with children teaching, playing and having fun. She has great values and morals and has taken care of my children when they were younger."
Tina M.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a Licensed Physical Therapist here in Tampa, FL. I've been caring for kiddos for 8+ years. From newborns to children with developmental disabilities and teenagers, I have experience. I'd love to help you and your family out and if there are any questions you have, please don't hesitate to reach out and ask!
Caleigh can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kristen and I am a Pediatric Physician Assistant between jobs (moving out of Florida early May) and looking to add some side income. I have been working with children since I was 13 years old and am well versed in every age group. A prior client even had me watch her infant for a weekend while at a wedding.
I am...
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kristen was a nanny for our 3 month old son and she was absolutely wonderful. She is kind, trustworthy and reliable. She was always on time and was flexible with my work schedule. She stayed in contact with me throughout the day and provided photo updates which...
Katrina G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Francesca. I am an alumni of Stetson University with a Bachelor's degree of Science in Health Science. I have babysat children ranging from ages 1 to 12, including children with special needs such as autism. I love caring for children- I can tutor, play outside with them, prepare meals, read bed time stories, sing...
Francesca can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Francesca babysat with my 2 year son and my 4 year old daughter at least 2x a week at night. She was always early, so energetic and so available. She was always responsive and flexible. Whoever Francesca sits for us lucky!"
Kate V.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Sabrina and I am so glad you stopped by! I am a certified elementary school teacher and have taught for 3 years and have been a certified elementary school teacher for 5 years. My background allows me to help with homework and explain school work. I also have a background working with babies. I lived in...
Sabrina can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sabrina one of the most thoughtful and intentional nannies I've encountered. She has years of experience with kids and is very reliable. They always have a blast with her, and you can tel she truly enjoys spending time and investing in them. The way she works with...
Terrill Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sarah! I am currently seeking work aside from my full time job. I have babysitting experience as well as animal experience. I have experience as a per Diem substitute teacher, so I have experience working with children from grades K-12. I have been a part time babysitter for multiple families throughout the last 5...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Sarah was very communicative before she watched our boys. She was on time and professional. She was great with our boys - they said they had a lot of fun! We would definitely have her back."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently working full-time w/Seniors & babysitting a few local families on the side. Looking to earn some extra income by babysitting 2 or more children ON OCCASION -Friday, Saturday or Sunday's. Or in the evening Mon-Thurs 6pm-10 p.m.
Including- Date nights, going to dinner, work function, or need to run errands kid free,...
Kathleen can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kathleen is simply the best. We knew we would like her right away when she came over for the meet and greet. H is super shy, typical pandemic baby. Kathleen gave him his space at first, and then got right down on the floor with him to get on his level and make him...
Ashley T.
Anna M.
Tampa, FL
$12-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Anna and I am 21 years old. I currently am attending University of South Florida, majoring in Sociology, I will be graduating in December. I have been vaccinated. I am CPR trained. I have been babysitting for 3 years. I was a Girl Scout for 13 years where I had to lead a group of children in activities and supervise...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate who has been formally babysitting since I was 13. I have cared for many different families. Currently, I am a law student at Wake Forest University. I live in South Florida for the summer including an internship.
Comfortable with drop offs, many children (have watched up to six fully alone), light...
Jackie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jackie is absolutely wonderful! She is dependable, hard-working, excellent with our children, loving and caring, and experienced. We love her and our kids love her!"
Elaine L.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I am currently full time teacher. I only take on one time and part time occasional jobs during the school year. I have worked with families with children from birth to 15 years old over the last 20 years babysitting. I am a teacher who loves to work with children in different capacities. I have a passion for teaching, tutoring,...
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"My children loved having Linda over to babysit. She played with my youngest and entertained my middle child. All while keeping watch on my oldest. She checked in with me and made sure I knew what was going ."
Peta B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I care for children and ensure a safe and stimulating environment. I provide educational activities, crafts, indoor and outdoor play, arranging play dates and outings. Planning meals, preparing food, children laundry, bathing and dressing, assisting with homework, driving children to and from school/activities, teaching good...
Milagros can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"What struck me first with Millie was that she got to her first shift an hour early. She took care of my daughter L., she read books with her, played with her play-dough, assisted with bathroom duties, even cleaned up my kitchen at the end of the day. Talk about...
David P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Cynthia, in college, and live in Hyde Park area(Tampa). I have 23+ years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Errands, Help w/ math homework only. I'm in college hybrid courses and flexible. Willing do Ft/Pt, occasionally, one-time, sick, last minute care, etc. Also, looking who understands...
Cynthia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cynthia did a great job with our toddler. She's very kindhearted and has a passion for looking after the little ones."
Kara M.
Tiffany B.
Tampa, FL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(21)
Hired by 88 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Tiffany. I have been babysitting for over 7 years. I used to work as a nanny. I have experience working with all different age groups. I worked at a daycare where I was a teacher asst. in the infant 2 class. I volunteered at a school for kids with special needs.
Tiffany can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's very sweet, and dependable. She's almost always available when needed. She's determined as she is willing to travel and adjust to more than one sitting job in a day (if time permits). We feel comfortable having her watch our daughter on date nights. We are...
Robert N.
Suzanne A.
Tampa, FL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher And Mom With Morning Private Teaching Availability
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
After moving to Tampa in 2018, I took a break from teaching while my daughter was young. During that time, I tutored and babysat out of my home. I have developed wonderful relationships with the families that have found me through Care. com.
I am:
-a Former elementary/ESL teacher for 13 years
-Mom of a 6-year-old girl....
Suzanne can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Suzanne to tutor our son part time and we have been so incredibly happy with her! She is patient, kind, intuitive and an incredible teacher! He loves working with her! We highly recommend her! "
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Grace I am new to the area and I have been working with kids for over 10 years. I studied Biochemistry in Miami, FL and have experience with kids of all ages, abilities, and individual needs. I'm also a non-smoker who loves pets. CPR, AED, and BLS Certified. Contact me for more information, I would love to...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grace is reliable, punctual, kind, and great with my two kids. Wouldn't look any further!"
Brooke K.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Makenna and I am 22 years old. I graduated college last year and moved to Tampa shortly after. I nannied Monday- Friday in the summer and I am looking for that opportunity again! I have had experience working at a daycare where I was a teacher's aide for a pre-school class with kids ages 2-4. I also have...
5.0
"Makenna is always responsive and communicative. She follows instructions well, even with cloth diapers which can be different! Our baby was happy to hang out with her :)"
Emily K.
5.0
(3)
I truly love working with kids. I get to watch an individual learn and grow and teach them.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible with hours.
I started working with kids when I was 16 years old are used to volunteer at the Boys and Girls Club. When I turned 18, I started to babysit on my own.
In my spare time, I like to...
Dayana can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very professional and caring I would hire her anytime."
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Tampa, FL
Melody S.
4.0
We interviewed with Melody and were quite impressed. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is because she is new to professional babysitting. However, she was on time and presented herself very well. She seemed extremely responsible and genuinely concerned with the well-being of children. We...
- Katherine S.
Taylor O.
5.0
Taylor is fabulous with young children.
- Meg W.
Margie T.
5.0
She is smart, and thinks for herself when there is a change in plans. She is funny, cute, very creative, and one of the best people I have hired from care.com. would not hesitate to offer her a job again!
- Emily F.
Kristen M.
5.0
Kristen was a nanny for our 3 month old son and she was absolutely wonderful. She is kind, trustworthy and reliable. She was always on time and was flexible with my work schedule. She stayed in contact with me throughout the day and provided photo updates which always brightened my day. She also...
- Katrina G.
Francesca K.
5.0
Francesca babysat with my 2 year son and my 4 year old daughter at least 2x a week at night. She was always early, so energetic and so available. She was always responsive and flexible. Whoever Francesca sits for us lucky!
- Kate V.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Tampa, FL:
How can I find a Tampa babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Tampa, 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 941 babysitters in Tampa, FL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Tampa, FL?
The average rate for Tampa, FL babysitters on Care.com is $17.89 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Tampa, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Tampa, FL through Care.com. As of 2024, 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 Tampa, FL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Tampa, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 451 reviews of the 941 listed babysitters.