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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
5.0
(11)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Kind and caring, Christian, babysitter with over 10 years plus of babysitting experience. I'm from Ireland but have lived in Tampa a long time. I love children and animals as well as nature walks, the outdoors, reading to children, playing board games, crafts, singing and listening to music. I'm currently available at weekends...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Caroline is amazing. So kind and so good with our 3 kids. She was very flexible when we had to change locations last minute and went above what we expected with everything. I wish she lived closer so she could watch our kids for more than a short weekend! "
Care member
4.5
(30)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Miranda. I am a very outgoing, bubbly, disney loving babysitter! I have been babysitting for over 13 years. I graduated from USF with my degree in digital marketing. I currently work remotely for Disney as their social media marketing manager. I love to keep kids entertained and engaged wether it's playing games,...
Miranda can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Miranda was incredibly reliable and always arrived on time. She engaged our children in creative activities and they really enjoyed spending time with her. She was attentive to safety concerns and communicated well with us throughout the evening. We were impressed...
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a former nursing assistant , foster mother, school bus driver, babysitter/nanny. I have a current CPR and first aid online training. I'm very responsible and reliable.
I also have a recent criminal and motor vehicle background check that I can show you upon an interview.
Thank you and have a good one!
Julie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julie was an awesome sitter for my 10 yo daughter for our late night date. She was reliable and caring. I will definitely hire her again and again! Thank you Julie."
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I pride myself on being a respectful and responsible young lady. My first job was at 14 years old in leadership program to better the community. Ever since I was younger I grew up with a lot of kids around me. My aunt lived next door and had 7 kids so anytime I got the chance to babysit I would! As I turned 18 I started...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley is WONDERFUL! Our kids adore her and so do we. She is attentive, kind, and patient; I have never seen her raise her voice, and have been impressed with how she holds boundaries.
We have three kids ages six and under and she handles them with such care and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Krista and I am 26 years old. I am married, a mother, work and go to college. I helped my single mother with my siblings growing up. I work in the medical field and also attend college for Healthcare Management at HCC. I surround myself with kids all the time as I have such a big heart for them. I give any...
Krista can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
(1)
I have been caring for children for 10 years now, and have worked with many types of children and families (ages, disabilities, specific routines, food allergies etc.) I love kids and pets! I am available MWF all day and flexible on weekends!
Ava can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ava grew up taking care of babies and children. She's dependable, trustworthy, empathetic and caring."
Jeni J.
5.0
(1)
I'm Ashley, a 23-year-old living on Davis Islands in sunny Tampa, Florida. I've had the joy of working with children ranging from 12 months to 10 years old, and every moment has been a unique adventure. From creative playtime to helping with homework, I've been there to make sure the little ones have a blast while staying safe....
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"She's very caring , responsible and trusting she's a great babysitter "
Joanne L.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm an energetic 26 yr old nanny with 10 years experience. and a passion for children of all ages. I have experience with ages newborns-teens.
I love seeing kiddos learn a new skill and know that I played a part in that process. Their excitement and pride in themselves gives me just as much joy.
I enjoy taking...
Meredith can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Meredith is wonderful! She is so sweet and kind and great with kids! she is very reliable and responsible, and she always smiling! "
Kerry M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Morena. I'm a 21-year-old college graduate currently working for the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. With that being said I am only available for weeknights and occasionally on the weekends. I have extensive childcare experience and think of childcare as more of a hobby rather than a paycheck because I...
Morena can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Morena was lifesaving, she was punctual and very cordial. I felt very comfortable leaving our 10 month old with her as she was professional and I could tell she knew was she was doing. Hopefully next time we are in need of a babysitter she will be available."
Marlene S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 37-year-old mom of 3 wonderful children! Two boys and a girl. Their ages are 16, 14, and 12 year. I was also been a licensed foster parent for 8 year. I also have several years of nanny experience. I love children and animals. I'm very creative and love playing, teaching, and doing arts and crafts! I'm also trustworthy and...
Lacey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She was great with our daughter ❤️ She couldn't wait to see Lacey again. "
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Isaura and I've been working in childcare for the last 5 years. I am new to the area and seeking my next opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a passionate, and caring person. As the oldest of my sibling caregiving has always been a part of my day. I turned to childcare as my profession at the age of 20.
my...
Isaura can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Isaura has been our Nanny for our 14 month old daughter and 11 month old puppy for several months. I honestly can't put words to our true appreciation for her and what she brings to our family. She is attentive, knowledgeable, caring, thoughtful, reliable and...
Andrea E.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I am a 25-year-old childcare professional with a decade of experience. Starting as a babysitter at 15, I've grown into a certified Medical Assistant with Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, ensuring safety and well-being. My passion for education shines through as an avid tutor and afterschool HOST program...
Jenelly can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jenelly watched my infant whom is currently 7 months since she was a newborn. She came twice a week she was a big help. She arrived on time. She followed my instructions. My daughter loves her. She came ready to work and always ready to engage within I had planned...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years experience with children ages 0 to 16 I also have worked with special need children as well. I am a VPK teacher at a private preschool during the day. I have my CDA in early childhood. I also have my CPR, first aid. Also have my fingerprints and background check through my school. I have no problem providing...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She watched or 4 preteen boys and I had no worries. She knows how to handle kids."
Lee F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents!
My name is Emma and just graduated from College of Charleston and moved back to Tampa. I grew up in South Tampa and attended Coleman and Plant High School. I went to school to be an elementary school teacher and plan to teach full time in August 2024. In the mean time my goal is to finish all my credentials for...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Emma is the sweetest girl! She's extremely responsible, and great with all 4 of my young kids! I've trusted her to drive as well. She's done a wonderful job for our family. Highly recommend!!"
Jennifer S.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Raya. The most important thing for you to know about me is that my favorite thing in the world is being a big sister. With a 13 and 16 year age gap, I naturally stepped into the roll of build in babysitter and loved every minute of it. I learned so much from my brother and sister and caring for them truly shaped...
Raya can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I may be bias, since Raya is my daughter, I can say that she's not your run of the mill teenager. She's always been wise beyond her years, logical, and caring. She cares for her little brother and sister, and does an amazing job. While I hate to share a good...
Sarah M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Responsible post-grad student/babysitter with experience caring for children during weekdays, weekends, summer and winter breaks. Skilled in creating fun and educational activities while prioritizing children's safety and well-being. Trusted by parents with mutual loving affection for all the cared-for children.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Emily was fantastic-she was punctual, very polite and my children (3 and 7) both loved her, the three year old said she was the best babysitter in the World. Will definitely hire her again."
Jason F.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I recently moved to FL from PA/NJ. While in PA I worked for The Center for Autism. Following that I moved to FL and worked retail/various babysitting jobs. The babysitting/nanny experiences I had in FL were with multiple families: first family was every week, after school for a 7&8y. o., the second family was occasionally for...
Alina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amazing. Very dependable and great with my daughter. I would highly recommend her to provide care for any age group. "
Chip K.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Janina, I am currently in school to receive my BSN RN. I graduated from UT with a degree in Allied Health with a concentration in occupational therapy. I am CPR certified as well as my certified nursing assistant title (CNA). I have previous experience working with special needs children as well! I am a huge...
Janina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"A very trustworthy babysitter. Janina is still currently doing pick up and sitting of my children after school. As a previous stay at home mom I appreciated her warm personality with the kids and willingness to be active with them. She is very patient when their...
Stephanie S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Meaghan and I am looking to start nannying with a new family ASAP, and I think I would be a great match for your job!
*Please note I do have a 1. 5-year-old and a 3-year-old daughter. Both children will be with me majority of the time depending on scheduling, although this has worked out great for socialization...
Meaghan can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Meaghan is the BEST sitter we've ever had! She is so sweet, incredibly reliable, and absolutely amazing with our babes."
Ashley C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I'm punctual, energetic and dependable person. I have more than 5 years of babysitting experience. I absolutely enjoy caring for and comfortable with children of all ages. I have experience working with infants to the children of age 15. I believe in spending time with kids in a productive way by engaging them in activities...
Ana can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anastasia has been a joy to have watch our daughter the last 6 months. She is dependable and punctual. But she is more. She helped with homework, taught my daughter yoga, kindhearted, played chess and other games. Thankfully Ana was able to pick up our daughter...
Tamara S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Tampa, FL
Caroline O.
5.0
Our kids absolutely love Caroline. So do we. She is engaging, taking them to the park, playing games and talking with them. Rare qualities these days.
- Care member
Miranda C.
5.0
great with our kids, showed up on time, paid attention to our kids, very respectful and communication was amazing.
- Care member
Julie K.
5.0
Julie is the greatest sitter you could ask for! She watched my son for over 6 hours, took him swimming, brought him lunch and even got him down for a nap (which is impossible). I’d recommend her to anyone. I’d give her more stars if I could, wonderful lady I’ll be using her in future for sure!
- Care member
Ashley O.
5.0
Ashley is WONDERFUL! Our kids adore her and so do we. She is attentive, kind, and patient; I have never seen her raise her voice, and have been impressed with how she holds boundaries.
We have three kids ages six and under and she handles them with such care and ease. They always look forward to...
- Care member
Ava J.
5.0
Ava grew up taking care of babies and children. She's dependable, trustworthy, empathetic and caring.
- Jeni J.
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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.