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318 babysitters are listed in Melbourne, FL
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Melbourne, FL
5.0
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! :)
I'm a 27-year-old member of care. com for 8 years, caring for now over a dozen families through this app. I am CPR and CBHCM certified with years of social work and experience in caregiving from infants to teens. As well as assisting with to-do's including house sitting/tidying, errands and dog sitting! My strongest...
Amber can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amber helped with our 14 month old for 5 days while we were on vacation! She did a great job and was very reliable. Will definitely use her again!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Izabelle. I'm a sophomore in college year for ASL interpreting. I have 5 years of experience in childcare from locally babysitting, camp counseling, and long term private nannying.
Izabelle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Izabelle responded quickly and offered to meet me for an interview beforehand. The kids were immediately comfortable with her! The biggest plus was that Izabelle sent frequent updates and pictures to let me know how the kids were doing throughout the evening. My 3...
Kristen H.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is April. I have several references available at your request. I am a Certified Nurse Technician, CPR Certified and background checked through Care. com. I have raised two sons and assisted raising my niece and nephews. My experience ranges from newborn, special needs, medically fragile and elderly persons also....
April can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Was able to provide great childcare coverage in a pinch."
Jeff L.
Stephanie B.
Melbourne, FL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, College Educated, Patient & Loving Babysitter
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Stephanie! I'm 26a college grad, and completed a Master's Degree in Psychology. I work very well with all children, including those who may have learning disabilities, ADD, ADHD, PTSD, stress/anxiety/depression, or suffer severe allergies. I have experience with children through various facilities/occupations:...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Words cannot express what Stephanie has meant to our family. She has been with us for a little over a year caring for our, now, 15-month daughter and large golden retriever. My daughter lights up when Stephanie enters a room and cries when they say goodbye for the...
Kim M.
April D.
Melbourne, FL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter Available For Date Nights - Experience With Special Needs Children
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently am a part time sitter for a young child with special needs. I have assisted his therapists with all aspects of his daily living issues. I am also a Certified Nurse Technician with past experience working with special needs children in a long term care setting.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Gabby! I have been working in childcare for over 10 years and have experience with children of all ages, personalities, and temperaments. I also previously worked in a Pediatric Feeding Disorder clinic where I gained experience working with children with Autism. I am currently a doctoral student studying Clinical...
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Gabby as a part time nanny for our little girl from the age of 6 months- now (almost 1 year old). She has always been so easy to communicate with, shows up on time, and has always given us ample of time to adjust if something changes with her school...
Bri P.
5.0
(2)
I have been a mom of four children so actually my experience is personal. I have also cared for my two grandchildren. I love children and taking care of them. I am looking for a part time now that my grand kids are going back to school again. I am extra careful with the Covid19 situation that has changed all our lives...
Nancy can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"I would highly recommend Nancy to any parent. She cares for the child, very responsible and careful. My daughter loved spending time with her."
Jocelyn F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 29-year-old and I just graduated from law school and business school. I am home for the entire summer (June-August) studying fro the bar exam. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I have a younger sister that I have been babysitting her since I was 12 years old and she was 7. I have babysat children from all...
Sela can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
(3)
I have 41 years of experience as mother, grandmother and Nanny.
I am patient, kind, and attentive to the needs of the children in my care. I have the knowledge to keep them entertained and engaged in age-appropriate activities, whether it's playing games, doing crafts, or reading stories.
As a nanny I am also an expert at...
Berta can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Berta helped me with my now older children that are now in college and has also helped me with my younger two children ages 5 and 6. She is very dependable and can count on her and is always very loving and has great patience."
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a retired, active mom of two young adults, and I remember how challenging it was to find reliable, trustworthy childcare for my own children when I was a working professional. I love kids and I will provide something that money cannot buy; peace of mind, knowing that your child is with a loving, caring, experienced mom! I...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Susie was so personal and engaging, she immediately made me feel comfortable when discussing the care of my two young children. She also emphasized the importance of communication and punctuality when caring for my kids which was a relief for me as a mother-...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of childcare experience. I have nannying, babysitting, house sitting and dog sitting experience. CPR and BLS certified. I have many families I have babysat for if you need any references. I am also a swim coach and private swim lesson instructor. I can help with cooking, laundry and errands if needed.
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jamie has babysat for us for the last year (since we moved to the area) - and she is always fantastic! She's punctual, attentive, warm, and so far has taken on any curve ball thrown her way with ease. There have been occasions she has driven our kids as well -...
Kelly M.
Stella Q.
Melbourne, FL
$25-30/hr
5.0
(7)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I am a responsible and loving caregiver. I started out taking care of four of my younger siblings and my baby cousins who are twins. I work myself up to working for several different families. I also work part time as a tutor for a non-profit organization, by helping out with daycare and tutoring children from elementary-high...
Stella can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Excellent care provider for a young puppy. Highly recommended! Thanks! "
Larry E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I worked almost 30 years as a Dental technician, but l moved from Deerfield Beach FL and lm here in Melbourne. l worked one year as a Nurse assistant helping older people. l started cleaning houses, apartments, and offices.
I'm obsessed with making things very clean. the most of the times lm cleaning deep. I excel in...
Maria can also help with: Organization, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, window washing & more
5.0
"Maria has been cleaning my home for a few months now. I am very happy with the job she does. She is the best house cleaner I have had. She is reliable, professional, friendly and very sweet. I highly recommend her. "
Elsa C.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lexie. I am looking for part time babysitting work that can continue throughout my doctorate program. I have over a decade of experience working as a caregiver and tutor for children all ages, including those with intellectual disabilities. I am very responsible, driven and great with time management. I am...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Lexie to look after my cat while I was away for a weekend and the cat I came home to was so much happier than if I had taken him to a pet lodge away from home. Lexie is kind, dependable, easy to get along with, and makes an effort to give great service,...
Ryan O.
4.6
(11)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Experience with children around different countries. Trustful, honest, hard working and reliable. College degree, CPR trained, clean background check, ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) knowledge and very experienced with childrem with special needs.
COVID vaccinated.
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Michelle was great with our kids. Great communication and always punctual. Would hire again!"
Care member
Kim F.
Melbourne, FL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Kim and caring for all children of all ages is what I do best. I love playing, teaching, doing arts and crafts, baking, swimming, biking and everything in between that. It is so very rewarding to me. I enjoy every second of it. I love them and they love me right back so naturally. I have a great deal of...
Kim can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kim is the best, there’s no other way to put it. She’s dependable, fast, thorough and takes pride in her work. It’s not clean unless it’s Kim clean!!! Thoughtful, kind, trustworthy. It’s been wonderful having her clean our home⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!"
Nicole B.
Mercedes E.
Melbourne, FL
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hey you!
I am currently 18 years old and I super excited to watch after your kids!
I have been babysitting since I was 12, but now that I have a car I can do many more things with your kids.
I love watching kids take on the world and experience new things, and I am willing to do errands and clean up a little bit around the...
Mercedes can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mercedes is amazing! Very responsible, great with kids and very mature!"
Maya G.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Alyssa and the experience that I currently have is caring for a family friend's baby that is a 1-year-old - I have been caring for her for 6-8 hours a day whenever I am called and needed since she was 6 months. I also babysit my little cousin and have every summer since she was 6. I have a reliable car and would...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Alyssa watched my daughter from 6 months to a year old and she was amazing! My daughter grew fond of her very quickly. She is very nurturing & reliable highly recommended for your little ones"
Taylor R.
Cheyenna K.
Melbourne, FL
$10-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello are you still in need of a sitter? I'm 26 years old and have been babysitting since I was 15. I am CPR/ first aid certified. I love caring for children and I have 2 young kids myself that would be with me. I would love to watch kids in my own baby proofed home but would watch in your home as well. I live in West Melbourne....
Cheyenna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cheyenna, was a great sitter for us. She is very kind, communicates well, is timely and respond to children's needs very well. She managed our three kids and her toddler very well. All the kids have a blast. My three toddler are sad to see them leave when they have...
Erin M.
5.0
(2)
Over the past 8 years I have engulfed myself in the childcare field. I started in high school as a student/teacher where I was required to plan lessons for the preschoolers, volunteer at other schools/care centers, and become certified in CPR and First Aid. As part of my studies, I volunteered at a special needs center, and...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Melbourne, FL
Amber G.
5.0
Amber has gone above and beyond my expectations. I appreciate her kind nature, adaptability, commitment and communication. I am so thankful for her big sister approach to taking care of my 9 month old and helping with various projects.
- Care member
Izabelle H.
5.0
This is the first time we ever had someone outside of our friends and family to watch our children. Our kids loved Izabelle! She is a very goal driven and responsible young lady. She kept the kids very busy doing fun things and we love how attentive she was with them. We definitely would love to...
- Danielle A.
April D.
5.0
Was able to provide great childcare coverage in a pinch.
- Jeff L.
Stephanie B.
5.0
Words cannot express what Stephanie has meant to our family. She has been with us for a little over a year caring for our, now, 15-month daughter and large golden retriever. My daughter lights up when Stephanie enters a room and cries when they say goodbye for the day. When we first hired Stephanie...
- Kim M.
Gabrielle L.
5.0
We hired Gabby as a part time nanny for our little girl from the age of 6 months- now (almost 1 year old). She has always been so easy to communicate with, shows up on time, and has always given us ample of time to adjust if something changes with her school schedule. We love that she actively...
- Bri P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Melbourne, FL:
How can I find a Melbourne babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Melbourne, 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 318 babysitters in Melbourne, FL 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 Melbourne, FL?
The average rate for Melbourne, FL babysitters on Care.com is $16.89 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 Melbourne, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Melbourne, 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 Melbourne, FL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Melbourne, FL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 159 reviews of the 318 listed babysitters.