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605 babysitters are listed in Gainesville, FL
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Gainesville, FL
Jenna T.
Gainesville, FL
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jenna, and I am an undergraduate student attending The University of Florida. I began babysitting when I was 15 for family members and helping family friends. Over the last few years, I've babysat children from ages 3 months- 15 years old, and I have a First-Aid/CPR certification. While your kids are with me,...
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Jenna is great. She was very sweet and loving with my six months old baby. She didn't mind us working from home. Very respectful and polite."
Yomerys D.
Mary L.
Gainesville, FL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have long-term experience with the senior population. All activities of daily living: medications reminders, bathing, mind stimulation, walks, doctor visits, I am a LPN with 29 years experience who is
Kind, compassionate, trustworthy.
Mary can also help with: Companionship, personal care, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Mary has been helping care for my father who has dementia. She is very kind, caring and always willing to help. She has made a concerted effort to try and engage my father in conversation, which is not easy given his dementia. She gets along well with my mother and...
Renuka H.
Makaylen G.
Gainesville, FL
$15-16/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.8
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Makaylen and I am 23 I would love to work with you! I have many years of experience with children. I have worked in both a nursery and as a nanny for a 9-month-old boy until he turned 3. Recently I worked for a family who has a set of 2-year-old twins. Working with children is my passion and I am able to have...
Makaylen can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Makaylen has been our Nanny for almost a year now. She is quite possibly the best thing that has ever happened to us. My daughter has thrived under Makaylen's care. She is extremely kind and so very patient. She is very communicative with me about what my child...
Sarah W.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Abigail and I am in the midst of completing my graduate degree in veterinary medicine at UF. I am 23 years old and the oldest of 4 children. With this being said, I have grown up around kids and have been babysitting from a young age! I am very good with not only kids but with pets as well. I have two dogs at...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Abigail was a great with my 7 and 3 year old loved her. She was kind and patient with the kids, very engaged and always playing with them or doing craft projects. She was great at communicating any schedule changes with me, and was always on time and reliable. We...
Jeannette B.
5.0
(2)
I am currently looking for a full-time babysitting job. I love children and have worked with 3-13 years olds every summer at Merritt Island Christian School as a camp counselor. I have experience monitoring and guiding large groups of children on field trips and excursions. I enjoy spending time with children and learning from...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Emily is so sweet and is GREAT with kids. She has worked at the local school's child care ever summer throughout college and has all the experience that makes me trust her so much. She's dependable, smart, and has the kindest heart."
Cassie F.
Amalie B.
Gainesville, FL
$15-16/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for 6 years, I love kids and enjoy playing with and doing activities with little ones! I'm also great at teaching children and engaging them in sensory play and music. I play multiple instruments and am more than willing to introduce your child to the world of music. I'm very studious and multifaceted, you...
Amalie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Amalie has been wonderful with our twins! She is flexible with our schedule and her own and always willing to help out. Very friendly and easy to get along with, she is active and engaged with our kids and they love her."
Clare Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kara. I have been babysitting since I was old enough to be responsible for a younger child and nannying since I could drive. I love being around kids and am great with them. I have a huge family with lots of young children, so even when I didn't/don't have a nannying job, I often find myself entertaining and hanging...
Kara can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Kara was great with our sweet baby girl. Very punctual and communicates very well!"
Gina T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of a 19 years -old girl, I have worked babysitting for 17 years, I love children, and I develop them easy I'm creative, I'm a mother of 40 years , I am Colombian, and I am a designer, are quiet, loving, patient, I have very good references. I'm speak Spanish.
I have worked for many families with their children...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sandra, is a fun loving caregiver. She is great with kids and always goes above and beyond to help. My kids love her like family. Sandra is thoughtful, a good organizer and a great cook. I am so grateful we met her."
Francoise L.
5.0
(1)
I am 28 years old and currently living in Gainesville, FL, with a ton of experience as a tutor, coach, babysitter, and nanny. My prior experience also includes working at a nursery for 3 years, coaching gymnastics for 5 years, and working as a youth counselor on a cruise ship. I have nannied and babysat for multiple families...
Paige can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For over 5 years, I have been a babysitter or nanny for different families. I have experience in full time nannying where I would feed them, clean around the house, and drive the children around. I also have babysat casually where I would hang out with the children, help them with homework, and do activities with them.
Peyton can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Peyton is a hardworking college student who I have grown to know and love! She showered my sweet Lily with so much love and attention when I was unable to be there. She shows up on time, stays late, and I can always depend on her to be there for my family when we...
Elizabeth E.
Brynn L.
Gainesville, FL
$17-28/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Brynn and I am a reliable, friendly, and caring recent college graduate looking for a full nanny job! I just moved to Gainesville from Salt Lake City, Utah and I love working with children. Whether it be crafts, games, playing outside, or even helping with homework, I'm all for it. I have 3 siblings so I'm used to...
Brynn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brynn did an excellent job caring for our baby boy from age 3-7 months. She is reliable, punctual, responsible and fun! We are grateful to have had her for the time we did."
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Cheney F.
Gainesville, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Cheney :)
I am a 23 years old and have been working in childcare for nearly 10 years!
For the past two years, I have been working as a Registered Behavior Technician servicing children aged 2-14 with an autism diagnosis in clinical, school based, in home, and community settings. I have babysitting experience with...
Cheney can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I was really nervous about finding a babysitter due to my child being speech delayed, but after finding Cheney and seeing them interact, those fears were gone! Cheney is attentive, caring, and plays with my child just as I would! In addition, she didn't judge me...
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Julie G.
Gainesville, FL
$12-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love being around children and enjoy babysitting. I have four years of professional experience, but have been the caretaker of several of my younger cousins for more than 10. I am very resourceful and responsible when it comes to babysitting. Keeping children entertained and safe are my top priorities. Kids enjoy my company...
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a very organized, bilingual and outgoing tutor . I enjoy swimming, working out, reading, and arts & crafts. My experience goes from being an English teacher and swim coach for 2 years at a Summer School, tutoring math and reading a, working at the Kid's Academy for the Lifetime gym where I assisted dance & Spanish...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Martha. I have been a babysitter/Nanny for over 10 years. My experience includes working with various age groups, including new borns and special needs kids. I have successfully implemented learning activities and with kids as suggested by parents, and life skills such as, potty training and learning to get ready for...
Martha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Martha has been really helpful. She has helped with the girls while we are working from home and babysat while we went out. She is very attentive. She helps them with homework and is teaching them some
Spanish. "
Marianna K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I am currently still in high school but have experience babysitting, pet sitting, and cleaning. I have culinary experience as well.
Kathryn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Kathryn was fantastic! The kids had a great time with her. Would definitely hire her again!"
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Ashna P.
Gainesville, FL
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hello! My name is Ashna (19) I am a second year at the University of Florida. I love being around children and have experience babysitting multiple kids ages ranging from 4 months to 14 years old. I am able to help kids with their schoolwork, provide tutoring if needed, do arts and crafts, help out around the house, and do...
Ashna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is very trustworthy and responsible. Highly recommend!"
Sasha C.
Ella B.
Gainesville, FL
$19-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with kids of all ages. The past 16 months I have been nannying for a family with a preschooler and now 16-month-old! I have tons of experience with infant and preschool care. I also have experience working in a daycare and have been babysitting for 10+ years. I love doing tons of arts and crafts and spending lots...
Ella can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I am so sad Ella is moving back home. She is wonderful with the baby and toddler! All the kids are going to miss her but I will miss her most. She is helps clean up, schedules fun activities, and is a phenomenal cook. I feel like I am loosing my right hand. I have...
Anastacia S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
searching for jobs in/near Gainesville, Florida. Babysitting, Nannying, Overnight Nanny, Virtual Preschooling, and DayCare experience. Associates in Early Childhood Education. Infant First Aid CPR certified.
Kaytlin can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We needed a sitter last minute and Kaytlin came to our rescue. She was on time and quick to think on her feet when the scheduled pizza dinner never arrived. She promptly responded to texts and kept me informed about how the kids were doing. I look forward to...
Tiffany B.
5.0
(2)
I am a former school counselor who has worked various babysitting and daycare jobs throughout college, I have quite a lot of experience providing care for a range of ages. I also spent a couple of years working as a behavior therapist providing in-home care for children with autism and aggression. Love working with children. My...
Shalante can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fantastic babysitter. My 4 year old daughter loves her. She has a very outgoing personality and is great with kids. I highly recommend her."
Chase H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gainesville, FL
Jenna T.
4.0
Jenna is great. She was very sweet and loving with my six months old baby. She didn't mind us working from home. Very respectful and polite.
- Yomerys D.
Mary L.
5.0
Mary takes care of my mom with early to mid-stage dementia and she loves when Mary comes to spend time with her! Mary is knowledgeable, prompt, courteous and respectful. Mary keeps me apprised of how mom is doing throughout the day. It's such a relief to have someone I trust in my home and caring...
- Beth S.
Makaylen G.
5.0
Makaylen has been our Nanny for almost a year now. She is quite possibly the best thing that has ever happened to us. My daughter has thrived under Makaylen's care. She is extremely kind and so very patient. She is very communicative with me about what my child was doing throughout the day. She...
- Sarah W.
Abigail F.
5.0
Abigail is an exceptional young woman & gives amazing care to our 3 children! She’s is extremely attentive to the kids. She helps with homework, drives them to practices, makes lunch/dinner, picks them up from school & will do whatever needs to be done while she’s caring for them. She is...
- Care member
Emily H.
5.0
Emily is a great sitter! She's punctual, intuitive, and AWESOME with kids. If you are considering hiring her, do it, thank her later.
- Juan P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gainesville, FL:
How can I find a Gainesville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Gainesville, 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 605 babysitters in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, FL?
The average rate for Gainesville, FL babysitters on Care.com is $15.58 per hour as of May 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 Gainesville, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, FL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Gainesville, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 199 reviews of the 605 listed babysitters.