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922 babysitters are listed in Tampa, FL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
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
(31)
Hired by 16 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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Miranda was great! She showed up on time and kept our kids busy! She respected our house and our rules. We are a screen free family and she kept the kids busy in very creative ways. We can’t wait for our next date night!"
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I pride myself on being a respectful and responsible. 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 babysitting for my...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashely is wonderful with my 10 year old daughter. We use Ashley for date nights and after school help and she is always great with our daughter. They have a great time together and my daughter always loves when she gets to see her. Ashley is a wonderful person who...
Jennifer R.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, 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
(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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Meredith is so sweet and takes great care of our little man. He was around 6 weeks old when she watched him for the first time. As a first time mom it was kind of daunting leaving him with a sitter but she made us feel more than comfortable with it. He lights up...
Elizabeth O.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I would be very happy to help families with night dates and one time jobs. I have a good experience working with children of all ages as a nurse assistant (Brazil) , foster mother, school bus driver, babysitter/nanny. Also, I have done some nice jobs as a pet sitter and I'm available for this job, too.
I have a...
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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...
Care member
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:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"My daughter loves Morena she played with her and by the next day my daughter was asking to go back to the babysitter house. Great job !"
Aris C.
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
"We hired Isa to help us on weekends with our infant and toddler daughters. She is very trustworthy and always on time. She has a way with kids. My toddler smiles when seeing her. We absolutely will recommend her."
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:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dee is very polite and timely. She is excellent with my son and keeps my house clean as well. My son loves her because she takes the time to get to know him and play fun learning games with him. She follows all my instructions and makes sure he sticks to his night...
Jasmine M.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, 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
(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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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 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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
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.
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: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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
(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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & 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.
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, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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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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
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
Ashley L.
5.0
She's very caring , responsible and trusting she's a great babysitter
- Joanne L.
Meredith L.
5.0
Meredith is so sweet and takes great care of our little man. He was around 6 weeks old when she watched him for the first time. As a first time mom it was kind of daunting leaving him with a sitter but she made us feel more than comfortable with it. He lights up when he sees her so I know he's in...
- Elizabeth O.
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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 922 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 $18.07 per hour as of February 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 377 reviews of the 922 listed babysitters.