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82 babysitters are listed in Gulfport, MS
The average rate is $13/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Gulfport, MS
4.8
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting on and off for family and friends since I was 13 and decided more recently that this was the path for me. I have worked with a handful of families in the past couple of years and recently left one who I loved and had been with for almost a year. I am CPR certified and have passed a basic nanny assessment...
Amaya can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Amaya was great with my twins! She watched them with a last minute notice, highly recommend."
Madison O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Alexis and I would love to help you out with babysitting for your little one/ones. I have three siblings and I am the oldest so I am familiar with meal preparation. I am very patient with children and have a natural love for them. I like to always keep them busy and active! I believe in going outside and enjoying...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very patient, kind, and empathetic with my children. She’s always on time and enjoyed participating in hands on activities with my children. I would hire her again!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, name is Lindsey! First and foremost, I have always had a true passion for childcare. My past experience I have cared for newborns to preteens. My experience comes from working in daycares, before and after school care and youth counseling. My services include everyday activities, homework, entertainment, preparing meals,...
Lindsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Of all my years on looking for a nanny/babysitter for my children I have never met someone so genuine & caring for my children. She has created lesson plans for my two kids and they love it more than I would of thought. She's respectful, responsible, caring,...
Dahlani B.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lorraine! I do date night, last minute or part/full time jobs. I'm flexible with hours and pay. I am often free for last minute or date night jobs. I am a loving, patient and responsible child caregiver. I have experience with children of all ages and I have two of my own who stay with Grandma while I babysit. I...
Lorraine can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
4.0
"Khera was punctual and interactive with my 3 children. She was very helpful and offered to help me with tasks other than those I had discussed in advance. I appreciated her attitude."
Carolyn K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I full-time college student currently a junior in college I attend the University of Southern Miss Long Beach campus. I have an associates degree from Mississippi gulf coast community college. I currently have a full-time job in Tommy Hilfiger, but I am looking for work that works best for my schedule. I have experience of...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
5.0
"Victoria has been wonderful with our daughter. She is kind, fun, responsible, reliable, and hardworking. She washed dishes and even brought some dinner over to share with our daughter. She was able to connect and play with our daughter on her level. We highly...
Leigh M.
Amanda G.
Gulfport, MS
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Starting Minimal Experience Part-time Nanny/Experienced Anytime Babysitter
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Amanda! I have been taking care of young children for many years as well as being a mother myself to three beautiful children. I have a CPR certification, as well as first aid experience, and experience as a preschool teacher. I am very flexible with my schedule and you can rest assured your child would be in a...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I recommend Amanda as a sitter, more importantly, my daughter would choose to have Amanda as her sitter. Amanda is trustworthy, compassionate and attentive. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since before I was 16 years old. It has been 5 years off and on. I love spending time with the families I work for and being able to learn with the kids. I have babysat for all age groups. I am CPR certified. I have done light housekeeping, homework help, and watching animals as needing for the families....
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily is amazing is understatement. She is dependable and terrific with our boys. Highly recommend her to anyone!"
Amy J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I house cleaned for a few years on the weekends. This would include vacuuming, laundry, bathrooms, and organizing.
Emily can also help with: General room cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have dog set for multiple friends for days at a time and would walk, bathe, and help make sure they were taken care of! I have a German shepherd and two cats who I spoil and make sure they never go without.
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Leia . I am a stay at home mom to a 2-year-old boy. I love homemaking, reading, walking outdoors, going to church, and watching movies! I have a elementary teaching background and over 8 years paid experience of being a babysitter, teacher, and summer camp worker.
Leia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have used Leia several times to babysit our 1 and 3 year old, our 3y/o adores her and always gets excited to see her."
Hannah M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
6+ years of experience watching messy and wonderful children. Graduated college in 2019 with a degree in the arts/minor in education. Through my studies, spent time working with kids on an educational and artistic level. Began babysitting in high school and kept doing so while getting my degree. Post graduation, I have worked...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Respectable, professional, and always trustworthy. Hannah has been great with the kids."
Gregory P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is LeighAnne , I am a mom of 2 and a dog mom! I love kids, I have been working with them since I was 14 starting out in my church's children's ministries, which led into babysitting/nannying. I have 8 years of experience with in home child care and I have also worked at the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. I am very...
Leighanne can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"LeighAnne consistently provides a loving and caring environment for our children! She's responsible, dependable and quickly took to our routines. Would definitely recommend!"
Dawn S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Seana! I'm a child caregiver with more than 20 years experience as a nanny and child care teacher. I am looking to get back into child care after taking a retail job to bridge the gap after a cross-country move here to Gulfport. I have also been doing some occasional babysitting for a few families in the area.
For 12...
Seana can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Seana was our part time nanny for 12 years, provided excellent, kind care to my three kids. We are sad that she moved! She took care of my kids from ages 3 months to 12 years and is great with all ages and personalities. She is great at managing siblings with...
Shaili P.
Ashlyn H.
Gulfport, MS
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hey! My name is Ashlyn and I would love to be an addition to your family as a nanny/babysitter. I have around two and a half years of experience caring for children and can get you a recommendation letter upon request. I have experience caring for infants and older and also multiple kids at once. I love to cook so I'm perfectly...
Ashlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"My family has really enjoyed working with Ashlyn! We have hired her for date nights, weekends, and last minute sick baby care. She is a great communicator, very reliable, and consistently on time. She is great with both our infant and toddler, and we are so...
Christine M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love doing household chores and making things neat and organized. I feel that a clean, organized home makes life easier. After you have had a long day at work, one should come to a home that is welcoming and clean :)
Leia can also help with: Dusting, kitchen cleaning, vacuuming and/or mopping, window washing, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Most of my experience has been with cats and dogs due to growing up in a pet loving home. Recently have formed a love for birds and many more animals!
Leslie can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Uniqua. I work as a reservationist at a local casino full time. I babysit as a side gig. Please message me if you have any questions. Kids think of me as the fun babysitter, but I am responsible too. Thank you for reading!
Uniqua can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"A very good job watching my girls, even was very understanding. Would definitely recommend and hire again."
Randall M.
Ginger G.
Gulfport, MS
$10-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Or Part-Time Senior Caregiver/Companion Available!
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Ginger G.
First and foremost, I'm a Christian, happily married mom of 4. I go above and beyond exceeding expectations in everything. I take pride and truly care about my work. I'm honest, loyal, dependable, self driven/motivated, trustworthy, caring, compassionate individual. At age 10 I started babysitting, by...
Ginger can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Caring, trustworthy, dependable, compassionate, organized and beyond amazing are the qualities I would use to describe Ginger. She is a wonderful person and extraordinary caregiver. Should she come upon your list of possible hires, I would tell you to jump at the...
Heather B.
Stephanie B.
Gulfport, MS
$8-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm Stephanie, I have two dogs of my own. They are our fur babies. I will take great care of your babies.
Stephanie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Stephanie was a godsend when I fell ill last year! She not only cared for my pets, but came running when I needed a lift for medical appointments and even a trip to the ER. Sweet, kind and hilarious as heck, she's definitely someone you can trust. She's on my list...
Sarah W.
Leslie M.
Gulfport, MS
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.1
(9)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I am an enthusiastic outgoing "superhero sissy" as my princesses would call me. I have two young sisters that I adore. Helped raise them their whole life along with other children like my cousins or family friend's children. Arts and crafts are my thing, outdoors and play time are a must. Meal preparation and snack time and...
Leslie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She is a good babysitter. She is punctual and likable. My children love having her come over and watch them."
Emily R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gulfport, MS
Amaya J.
5.0
She is awesome. My girls likes her. I had no trouble with her about time, plan that I asked, attitude.
- Sunny T.
Alexis H.
5.0
‘Alexis’ has become a favorite name in our house! :) She’s watched our girls several times now and they get more excited every time. She’s super communicative, great with the kids, and always super flexible. Finding a go-to babysitter is like finding a unicorn—but she’s it!
- Bridget D.
Lindsey L.
5.0
Of all my years on looking for a nanny/babysitter for my children I have never met someone so genuine & caring for my children. She has created lesson plans for my two kids and they love it more than I would of thought. She's respectful, responsible, caring, attentive and just all-around GREAT! Her...
- Dahlani B.
Lorraine S.
5.0
Khera is very knowledgeable and attentive to your child (ren). We love when she watches our 7 month old, whom she's been watching since she was 6 weeks old.
- John V.
Victoria C.
5.0
Victoria has been great with my 11 week old. My baby girl loves her! Victoria has been on time , always on top of things, and has a great personality . So grateful to have found her!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gulfport, MS:
How can I find a Gulfport babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Gulfport, MS 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 82 babysitters in Gulfport, MS on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Gulfport, MS?
The average rate for Gulfport, MS babysitters on Care.com is $13.29 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 Gulfport, MS?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Gulfport, MS 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 Gulfport, MS babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Gulfport, MS are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 56 reviews of the 82 listed babysitters.