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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
Amelia M.
Tampa, FL
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as respectful, compassionate, and loyal.
I like working with kids because it's amazing to see them grow and learn and see all of their new interests and hobbies.
I'm looking for a job that I can help families not have to worry about leaving their children or home. That I can provide them with trust...
5.0
"Amelia has been helping me with transportation for my child in the mornings to school. She is kind, punctual, consistent, and flexible with my constantly changing schedule. She has excellent communication skills and messages me every time to let me know that...
Virginia B.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ada was extremely flexible and was always willing to adjust with our schedule. She had a wonderful connection with our son almost immediately. Very lovely and responsible. We cannot say enough good things about her!"
Fabiana H.
Katelyn O.
Tampa, FL
$10-25/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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Katelyn was wonderful! always on time! My son LOVED her! "
Ashley V.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, personable and helpful
I like working with kids because they have so much to be excited about and I love teaching them new things.
I'm looking for a job that has a loving family dynamic and are looking to add to their family!
I started working with kids when I was 19 years old (10 years...
Kathryn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"This was my first time hiring a baby sitter. My kids are 7 and 4. I am very happy about the whole experience. Katie was great with my kids. My daughter can be shy but she had no problem being comfortable with Katie. I can tell she gave my kids all of her attention...
Care member
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Victoria is great with the kids it was so helpful we really miss her!"
Brian R.
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: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
- [ ] Hi my name is Lexi! I graduated last May from The University of Tampa with a BA in psychology and minor in sociology. Currently I work full time as a Child Welfare Case Manager. I'm looking to transition back into full time nannying and also opened to date nights! have been babysitting and nannying for the past 7 years, I...
Alexandria can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Lexi on very short notice for a date night. Lexi was punctual and our 4yr old son loved her. We would definitely hire her again."
Lauren B.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Maria is caring for our sweet 6 month old baby girl and she's amazing with her!"
Theresa J.
Jasmine D.
Tampa, FL
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jasmine is awesome! She is responsible and engaging. She brings a ton of energy and helps my kids thrive. Thanks, Jasmine! "
Katie C.
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, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & 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.
Dolores D.
Tampa, FL
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My boys loved having Dolores babysit! She did lots of fun activities with them, was very friendly, always on time, and I would highly recommend her!"
Sarah B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have had the privilege of working with all kinds of children on high ropes courses, as a children's ski ski instructor, and as a babysitter/ nanny.
I currently work at a clinic for kids with autism and am a nanny for 9-year-old.
I have taken care of newborns through the age of 12 years old. I am responsible, dedicated, and...
Taylor can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor was very polite, punctual, and followed all directions for my 8 month old daughter. I hired her last minute, a couple days before Christmas and she was very accommodating! She played with my 8 month old daughter and was super sweet!! She was here for...
Jennifer J.
Gloria C.
Tampa, FL
$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My last job was with one girl 1-year-old. Before I was working with a boy 3 years old and a girl 15 months.
Before I spent working with two kids for 12 and a half years.
I am so happy because they are excellent and smart teenagers.
I'd describe my personality as a happy, sociable, responsible person and trying to archive my...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gloria is a warm, loving person who has taken care of my one-year-old and 3-year-old during the past year. She is attentive to the children’s physical and emotional needs while also helping them develop their independence and skills. She is helpful in the...
Andrea K.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Heather! I have a bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida, experience teaching 5th grade, and I have been a substitute teacher for 4 years now in Hillsborough and Pasco County. I have a complete background check done through the Care app and can provide results with anyone who asks.
I have a sweet...
5.0
"Heather was available on short notice and helped us out during two stints in one day. I would love to have her back."
Alissa S.
Mayra R.
Tampa, FL
$17-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm 28 years old I graduated as a Civil engineering in Colombia in 2019 I had came to USA as an Au pair and I have spent 2 years taking care of kids of different ages. I enjoy working with kids and I am looking for a family that wants help long term. I'm a good driver, I have my own car, and I am fluent in English as well as...
5.0
"Mayra is absolutely delightful! My kids love when she baby-sits, and she's always dependable, on-time, and communicative. She's my #1 go-to sitter!"
Melissa O.
5.0
(1)
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Laundry. I can teach Spanish. I Can take child to parks and playground during daytime hours.
5.0
"Maria is the most wonderful nanny- she truly is the best! She’s been with our family for about 15 months and had really become family. We wish she could stay with our family forever but my daughter is starting school. Maria loves my daughter as if she was her...
Care member
Paula T.
Tampa, FL
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
First I would like to introduce myself: my name is Paula, from Brazil, and my qualities as baby are responsible, a great communicator, easygoing person, funny and I love sports; my favorite is soccer. As growing up as an athlete, that means I have a lot of energy to spend with the kids. Plus, I have a big family back...
Paula can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Honest and super helpful to where I had no concerns of what to expect. Thankful I had the opportunity to have her help me."
Erin H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Tampa, FL
Amelia M.
5.0
Amelia has been helping me with transportation for my child in the mornings to school. She is kind, punctual, consistent, and flexible with my constantly changing schedule. She has excellent communication skills and messages me every time to let me know that everything went smoothly. My child enjoys...
- Virginia B.
Adaljiza N.
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.
- Care member
Katelyn O.
5.0
Katelyn was wonderful! always on time! My son LOVED her!
- Ashley V.
Kathryn V.
5.0
Katie was fantastic with our kids. I’d recommend her over and over.
- Care member
Victoria M.
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 her to someone looking for care for...
- 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 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.