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950 babysitters are listed in Tampa, FL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of October 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Tampa, FL
3.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am 25 years old and love implementing a learn-through-play approach, as well as social-emotional learning! Most recently, the previous family I worked for decided it was time for little man to transition into preschool. Now, I am looking to be a welcome addition to a wonderful family! I have experience working with ages...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicole is such a delightful personality. She got along great with my kiddo right away and I liked her too (bonus). She was very communicative prior to showing up and engaged wonderfully with my 3 year old for the full 2 hours. Nicole has wonderful references. I...
Maggie P.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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 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
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Raquel. I am a fun, loving, respectful, reliable and trustworthy individual with 9 years of childcare experience both teaching and babysitting. I truly love working with young kids and I approach each child as an individual who I get to help grow and teach, I am patient, caring, loving and have a natural ability...
Raquel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie was fantastic with our kids. I’d recommend her over and over. "
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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, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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
$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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"Katelyn was wonderful! always on time! My son LOVED her! "
Ashley V.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Haley. I recently relocated to the Tampa area from California to be near family. I am looking to build a clientele here. In addition to caring for families, I also am a dog walker and ride share driver. Babysitting has always been a passion and a fun way I've made income as a self-employed person. I would love to find a...
Haley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Haley was very professional in all of our communication. She arrived on time, and our Girls had a blast. Would hire again. "
Deborah M.
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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ada took care of our 11 year old son for two weeks after the school semester ended. She did a fantastic job. She did much more than just sit and watch him. She engaged him in creative activities, she took him to the movies and went to the park and even watched...
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & 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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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, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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...
Care member
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & 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.
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, meal prep, 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.
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, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate who has been formally babysitting since I was 13. I have cared for many different families. Currently, I am a law student at Wake Forest University. I live in South Florida for the summer including an internship.
Comfortable with drop offs, many children (have watched up to six fully alone), light...
Jackie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jackie is absolutely wonderful! She is dependable, hard-working, excellent with our children, loving and caring, and experienced. We love her and our kids love her!"
Elaine L.
Rebecca R.
Tampa, FL
$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Rebecca, a dedicated and experienced babysitter with a passion for providing fun, safe, and nurturing care for children. With four years of experience and certification in Professional Crisis Management and patient care experience, I offer reliable support for families with children of all ages. I'm skilled in creating...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
4.0
"Very dependable. Always on time. Kids loved her."
Danny B.
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, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Maria has been an excellent caregiver to our son for six months now. Our son will be 13 months soon and will be starting daycare as this is what we always planned for him but we will be so sad for Maria to leave us. Maria
started when our son was six months old...
Delilah B.
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:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Gloria is amazing. She cares about the kids and has an excellent work ethics. She never once was late and called in sick. She is loving, fun and has a very positive personality. She can also speak both Spanish and English! My kids are big now but I would highly...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Tampa, FL
Nicole W.
5.0
Nicole is such a delightful personality. She got along great with my kiddo right away and I liked her too (bonus). She was very communicative prior to showing up and engaged wonderfully with my 3 year old for the full 2 hours. Nicole has wonderful references. I would rehire her in a heartbeat.
- Maggie P.
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 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.
Kathryn V.
5.0
Katie was fantastic with our kids. I’d recommend her over and over.
- Care member
Caroline J.
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 meds at times. She helped as we...
- Tara M.
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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 950 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 $17.82 per hour as of October 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 Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Tampa, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 463 reviews of the 950 listed babysitters.