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903 babysitters are listed in Tampa, FL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Tampa, FL
5.0
(3)
I started babysitting my sophomore year of highschool, and am now a sophomore in college. I was born and raised in Raleigh, North Carolina, but I now live in Tampa to attend USF. I am currently pursuing a bachelors in Environmental Science and minor in Spanish. In my free time I love to read, thrift, and go to the beach! My...
5.0
"Delaney watched our 3yr old and 3 month old daily for 7 months before leaving for college. She’s absolutely amazing and I would highly recommend her. She does diapers, bottles, meals, school pick up, naps and bedtime. She always has fun creative ideas for games and...
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Mira T.
Tampa, FL
$18-37/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Mira, and I am in my senior year of college. I have 6 years of professional babysitting and 5 of lifeguarding experience, as well as lots of experience caring for younger siblings and cousins. I have reliable transportation, can help with driving kids around/carpooling to activities, and can also help with light...
Mira can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is great with kids, is the oldest of three, has lots of experience with caring for children, even as a lifeguard, swim instructor and Vacation Bible School teacher. She is very responsible and has an intuitive sense as to how to deal with children. I...
Susy O.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I grew up with a large family. I have 10 other brothers and sisters and currently also am an aunt to 14 children. I have babysat for my siblings and nieces/nephews more times than I can count. I am notorious for being the favorite aunt among the kids in the family because I love playing with them, helping them with anything,...
Amelia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Amelia was great with my 5.5 month old daughter! She is very comfortable with small babies, professional and on time! "
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Alesandra R.
Tampa, FL
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.4
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Alesandra and I am currently a nursing student and a full time MAMA. Ive previously worked at Amy Gail Buchman Preschool . I am CPR & First Aid certified. I am looking for any babysitting opportunities too make some extra money as I get my way through school. I also provide transportation
Alesandra can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our kids love her and she is very hands on. She's the first person I call when my husband and I have date night. She plays with them, bakes with them, and goes above and beyond."
Tara C.
Kristina C.
Tampa, FL
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name's Kristina! I've been working with children of all ages since I was a child myself, from taking care of newborns to tutoring teenagers. I've done it all from nannying to babysitting to even running a nursery filled with almost 40 2-year-olds! I'm CPR and first aid certified with over 10 years of experience with little...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kristina has a way with kids! C. just adores her and never wants her to leave. She's flexible and reliable and is great at teaching toddlers how to be good humans. Kristina comes over once a week and is an all around great person to be around. Most importantly she...
Alexandra P.
5.0
(2)
Hello:) My name is Victoria. I'm a student at USF getting my degree in applied behavioral analysis. I'm looking for an opportunity to babysit/ nanny while I work on my bachelors degree. I have 3 years of experience working with kids, along with my siblings. I can help with Meal prep, homework, activities, Travel and Errands. I...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Victoria was a great help to our family. She was responsible, kind, trustworthy, and flexible with any schedule changes we may have had. She did a great job at keeping my girls busy doing different activities and interacting with them. I would definitely recommend...
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Caroline J.
Tampa, FL
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Caroline. I am 26, I graduated from High Point University in 2018 with a degree in Human Relations. I have three sisters and have babysat my whole life. I am great with babies and children. Moms have even call me the baby whisperer. I have a positive attitude, honest, energetic, responsible, and reliable in...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Caroline has worked for us since January 2019. Our twins were 6 months old when she started. Our babies had reflux and major tummy issues. Caroline was very helpful in following practices we had to help with these issues and she also administered their prescription...
Tara M.
Katelyn O.
Tampa, FL
$13-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Katelyn, I'm currently a student at UCF but reside in the Tampa area. I fell in live with kids after meeting my youngest brother when he was born. I have grown up caring for my three younger brothers and babysitting:nannying other kids as well. I can do outdoor activities- big in being active- playing with the...
Katelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Katelyn was wonderful! always on time! My son LOVED her! "
Ashley V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, attentive, creative and open minded!
I started working with kids when I was in high school, right after my little sister was born. I helped out with her most days and after gaining that experience with her for a few years I started to babysit for friends and family after school and on...
Dayanara can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We LOVE Dani! She is wonderful with all 3 kids, all at the same time (4-13 years old) and one on one. She is organized and cleans the house well. She is a calming presence in our home, and she goes above and beyond. We are devastated the scheduling isn’t working...
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of three wonderful kids, ages 27 , 21 and 17 and a grandmother of twin babies age 8 and a 1-year-old boy. I am looking for a job that will be an opportunity to help out parents when needed. I love kids. I have volunteered with a cancer center for children. I currently volunteer with a non-profit organization for...
Adaljiza can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ada is fantastic with kids. She's kind, fun and does a great job! She's taken care of our kids for almost 10 years. We would highly recommend her."
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Anna , and I am not the average babysitter!
In addition to caring for your loved kiddo, I am passionate about joining in on their ideas of fun, helping around the house, and being fully present with minimal technology.
I have completed my associates degree and am currently working towards a bachelor's in...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I hired Anna when I went back to work from maternity leave (I'm a first time mom and my baby was 4 months old at the time). After countless experiences with flaky babysitters I had so much anxiety about going back to work. Not to mention my baby was pretty fussy...
Francesca M.
Kimberly G.
Tampa, FL
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Kimberly and I am 22 years old. I was born and raised in Pennington NJ. I graduated from the University of Tampa in December 2021 with a degree in political science. I have babysitting experience since I was 15 but more specifically in Tampa. I have been sitting for multiple families ever since my freshman year of...
5.0
"Kim cared for my infant twins from 6 months until they were a little over a year. She was attentive, thoughtful and the boys' loved her. She was particularly great about outside play, often taking them on long walks as they love the fresh air and sunshine. She was...
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5.0
(2)
When it comes to children, I treat them like my own. I grew up babysitting my brothers, cousins, neighbors, and friends. I am non-judgmental, compassionate, patient, understanding, and determined. As a 20-year-old in college, my goal is to be a pediatrician. Now that I am taking my CPR/AID/First AID courses, I am looking for a...
Lissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
4.8
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have spent the last year in Belgium to obtain my Master's in Criminology. I received my Bachelor's from the University of New Hampshire with degrees in both Sociology and Justice Studies. I also minored in Social Work and Forensics. I have performed the duties of a professional nanny/babysitter for several years now and...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My two littles absolutely love Ashley. She is reliable, thorough, and has every intention of ensuring me, the parent, that my most valuable cargo is her top priority. I trust Ashley."
Brigette D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love kids and I love working with them. I have great experience with babysitting my 13-year-old sister, my 4-year-old brother, and my baby brother who is a few months old.
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Alyssa was a great help to our family. She helped with everything--
- preparing dinner for 1-2 of our kids while we were out at school/sports events with the others
- transporting one to their scheduled practice
- going through whole nighttime routine with all...
Jason W.
Jasmine D.
Tampa, FL
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am the oldest of six sisters. I have years of experience with my younger sisters (2 months- 17yrs). My youngest and newest sister is 2 months old! I have cared for and have been around kids my whole life so babysitting isn't that much different for me.
I graduated from Dental Assisting school and have received my CPR/BLS...
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jasmine has been working with us for over a year. She's entrusted with driving our kiddos back and forth from school and has been a wonderful sitter. Jasmine is always on time and is kind and considerate. She is very willing to work with our family to make sure...
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Elizabeth S.
Tampa, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Elizabeth. I'm an experienced babysitter taking care kids all ages especially newborns and infants. I love what I do. I have more than 10 years of experience helping families with theirs children. I'm a caring , lovely, responsible, punctual, and reliable person. I have "CPR" and "First Aid", Certification course....
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I love Elizabeth is a wonderful person, she took of care of my daughter for a year..I couldn't trust nobody else but her putting my daughter in a good hands ..I will hiring her again as my baby sitter."
Karina N.
Maria R.
Tampa, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Graduated with professional degree in Education I have gained years of experience as a teacher and babysitter. I enjoy working with children I love the babies and I am a proud mother of 3. I value being responsible and caring. My work experience as a babysitter is with families in Marietta, Roswell and Acworth in Georgia and,...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Maria is caring for our sweet 6 month old baby girl and she's amazing with her!"
Theresa J.
Dolores D.
Tampa, FL
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm currently a college student at goldfarb school of nursing. I am CPR certified as well. I have many years of experience babysitting and I have been a nanny multiple times. I love being able to hang out with children! I am comfortable with any time of the day or night and I am very flexible with whatever works best for...
Dolores can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Dolores to care for our infant son and she was absolutely wonderful! Even though this was our first time hiring a babysitter, Dolores' kind demeanor immediately put us at ease and we knew that we had hired the right person! She arrived on time and was...
Sarah T.
Tayla S.
Tampa, FL
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with meal prep and light housekeeping. I've always loved being around children, I am the second oldest out of four children. I coached cheerleading to ages 4-10 for about 5/6 years. I also nanny for a family in new york of four children and have been with them since the youngest twins...
Tayla can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"My husband and I hired Tayla when our daughter was 7 months old and she was our nanny until our daughter started daycare at 18 months old. During that time, Tayla prepared bottles or food for our daughter, played with her (reading books, drawing, learning new words...
Laura D.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Tampa, FL
Delaney P.
5.0
Delaney did an amazing job watching our son! She was kind, attentive, and incredibly patient, which instantly put us at ease. Our son warmed up to her so quickly, and it was clear she genuinely cared about making him feel comfortable and happy. She kept him entertained with fun, age-appropriate...
- Care member
Mira T.
5.0
Mira babysat my daughter while we were in DC visiting family. She was very professional and skilled in caring for young children, and I easily trusted her. I would definitely hire her again!
- Leah J.
Amelia K.
5.0
Amy has been a wonderful babysitter for our three boys! She goes above expectations and always finds the perfect way to entertain the kids. She’s reliable, caring, and great communication.
- Care member
Alesandra R.
5.0
Our kids love her and she is very hands on. She's the first person I call when my husband and I have date night. She plays with them, bakes with them, and goes above and beyond.
- Tara C.
Kristina C.
5.0
Completely Reliable, trustworthy absolutely reliable.
- Care member
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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 903 babysitters in Tampa, FL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 $18.23 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 Tampa, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Tampa, 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 Tampa, FL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Tampa, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 495 reviews of the 903 listed babysitters.