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45 in home child care are listed in Lakeland, FL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 5 years
In home child care in Lakeland, FL
Heather O.
Lakeland, FL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired social worker and former stay-at-home mom of four grown children (3 military boys and a girl, ages 21-30) who loves nurturing and teaching children. I was a stay-at-home mom for 15 years and obtained a BA in Criminology from USF during this time. I don't smoke and have reliable, safe transportation. I've logged hundreds...
Heather can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I have nannied for families of up to 7 kids, some being homeschool families that I did school work with as well. I love working with children, building relationships with them, and teaching them. I make sure you always come home to a clean home and well loved kids.
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Carter C.
Lakeland, FL
$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hey there! I have 3 years of experience as a camp counselor and part-time babysitter. When I lived at home I loved to help care for my 12-year-old special-needs sister. I love to cook with nutrition in mind. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping:)
Carter can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I like working with kids because they make me smile and bring light into me when I'm having a bad day and I see kids or hear them it lightens my day.
I'm looking for a job that will make me feel at home.
I started working with kids when I was around the age of 13 I started watching and taking care of my little brother's and...
Emerie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Jaden W.
Lakeland, FL
$14-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the best candidate to fill the void in your home because:
I'm young, I have the energy and ability to run around, play, and entertain your kids.
I love and have experience with many animal including: dogs, cats, hamsters, fish, marsupials, and birds.
I have 6 years of culinary training and 2 food safety certifications so...
Jaden can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Salonica P.
Lakeland, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a mature experienced caregiver. I have experience caring for individuals with serious health issues, as well as children with health issues I have had a foster care license for many years also a day care business in home I also have taken care of family members with serious health issues I have been a care giver my whole...
Salonica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Growing up I was the baby sitter of the family, everybody told me that I would be a great mom one day, today I have 3 boys, 17, 16 and 11 step daughters, 10 and 8 and it has been a JOY, now they are all in school and thinking about what kind of job I should do pointed to nothing but what I do best, I have a Christian home, have...
I am an fun, energetic Mom of 2 (1-year-old girl & 3-year-old boy) that is looking to invite your child into our home. After spending the last year at home with my children, my goal is to not go back to the corporate world, but to extend my love for kids to another family.
I am a big believer in early childhood development...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep
April G.
Lakeland, FL
$20-25/hr
I am looking for something flexible, that can may feel like family: date night babysitter, working late babysitter, kids need help with homework, need kids dropped off or picked up, need help with appointments, and that kind of thing. Sometimes at your home and sometimes at mine.
Skills:
CPR
Hey there! My name is Maria, i'm a UF student and I'd love to look after your little ones during a date night or help them out with their homework! I have 1 year of experience mostly with caring for younger cousins within my family, but I enjoyed every minute of it! I'm more than happy to help with light chores around the house...
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Rafaela, I'm from Ecuador, I'm 25 years old, I was studying psychology for children for 3 years, in those years I had internships in schools and high schools, I was assistant to teachers and psychologists, then I was in a children's hospital with cancer, I helped them with school, they had their school in the...
Rafaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
I have many years of experience caring for children (20+). I have Home Health Aide certification, CPR and First Aid Training.
Brandy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hello, my name is Tessa. I have over 15 years of experience nurturing and caring for children of different ages (ranging from infancy to school age). I excel at creating engaging, developmentally appropriate, screen free activities tailored to children's interests. I provide a safe, fun, child-led approach in a natural home...
Tessa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Abby and I am 24 years old! I nannied for a girl with severe anxiety from cancer back home in Lakeland for about two years. I have been babysitting kids from newborns up until teenagers since I was 14. I love kids, and would love to be able to babysit/ nanny again here in Tampa. I have a degree from Florida State...
Abigail can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Pamela B.
Lakeland, FL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Love The Elderly And Will Give My Full Attention And Care.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello.. My name is Pam. I hope to find a job helping to make an elderly person's life more enjoyable. I am not looking for childcare. I care very much about how aging folks are treated. I have always reached out by going into nursing homes to sing at Christmas with my church. I also took my children when they were small, to...
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
Jordan L.
Lakeland, FL
$19-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Jordan and I am 22 years old. I have been a Certified Medical Assistant since I was 17 and graduated with my Bachelor's Degree in 2024. I currently have a 6-month-old baby at home and have always loved children. I used to work for my church for child care as well and have numerous references.
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi!! I have years of experience babysitting, nannying, pet-sitting, etc. I have worked as a children's director at my home church, I have been a summer nanny for 3 years for different families, and I casually babysit all year round. I have experience watching children ages 0-13 years old.
I'd describe my personality as...
Joryn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Liliana J.
Lakeland, FL
$15-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi!! I go to Florida Southern College and I am a student athlete that is home for the summer! I come from a big family of four brothers. I am energetic, reliable, hard-working and I love working with all kids. I will provide a safe and fun environment for the kids and I am willing to do additional tasks if requested. In...
Liliana can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Karen H.
Lakeland, FL
$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a Mother of two full grown both are married but no children yet. Besides being a Mom I have 7 years experience working with and caring for children . For 4 years I worked at Kids School Age Program. I worked at several different sites, my last position was at Vernon Elementary as the Lead Teacher. During that time I had up...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ashley Z.
Lakeland, FL
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've been caring for children in a more daycare/summer camp settings and on the side I have also cared for children within their homes. I have taught outdoor activities to children as well as craft activities as well.
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
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FAQs for finding in-home child care in Lakeland, FL
How do I find in-home child care near me in Lakeland, FL?
Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Lakeland, FL. There are 45 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.
How much does in-home child care near me cost in Lakeland, FL?
What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of March, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $16.09 for in-home child care providers near you in Lakeland, FL.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in Lakeland, FL?
You can compare 45 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.
Ratings for Lakeland, FL in home child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
In Home Child Care in Lakeland, FL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 49 reviews of the 45 listed in home child care.