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Rayne A.

Palmetto, FL

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello my name is Rayne, I'm looking for a babysitting job! I have experience with watching all ages. I worked in a daycare for about a year so l also have experience with watching multiple kids at once. I do have my own car if any errands need to get done like after school activities or picking something up from the store. I can...
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Hope H.

nanny

Palmetto, FL

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Nurturing young minds is truly a passion of mine. I find immense joy in supporting families and creating a positive impact on children's lives. I have a college degree and am comfortable caring for one child at a time. I am also a previous substitute teacher who worked will all elementary grade levels My approach is patient and...
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Pricylla G.

Nanny

Palmetto, FL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
My experience working with children has shown me that this demographic is my favorite to work with, and some have suggested that I have a comprehensive background in this area. Most importantly, my patience and dedication to families are my top priorities when they are in my care. As a licensed practical nurse (LPN), my...
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Jenna K.

Palmetto, FL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have eight years of experience working with children, primarily aged 4-7, from my time at a YMCA summer camp in New Jersey. I progressed from junior counselor to lead teacher, a role I held for three years. This experience has given me a strong understanding of child development. While my degree is in marketing, my passion...
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Janet M.

Part-Time Nanny

Palmetto, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a retired Head Start Teacher. I worked in Gallatin County KY for 10 years. The past 11 years I have been a full time nanny. I am currently seeking a weekend nanny position. My personal philosophy is learn through play. I like to go to the park, jump in puddles and read books to my children. I am currently a full time Nanny...

Keith O. says "Janet is an awesome sitter. She is extremely dependable, creative and our grandson loves her. I would highly recommend Janet for ANY nanny situation."

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Beksy R.

About Me

Palmetto, FL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and responsible. I also have a motherly nature. I like working with children because I grew up as the oldest of 7, and I have always loved caring for them. Because of my parents' jobs, I was the primary caretaker. I started working professionally . My top skills are responsibility,...
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Kelsey H.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Palmetto, FL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Working with children has always been something that I have loved doing! It started when I was 13 years old and would babysit for family, friends, and neighbors. Soon after that, I began working at the nursery at my church, where I had experience with ages newborn to 5. Once in high school, I volunteered summers at a preschool...

Ally Z. says "She is the perfect babysitter! She's very caring and good with infants, she put our baby to bed and did an amazing job calming her down when she cried!"

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Kandi F.

Babysitter

Palmetto, FL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have the ability to change diapers, feed the babies, play and entertain them. I have had child care experience for many years now, approximately three years. I am Department of Children and Family trained and was recently CPR/First Aid certified (needs to be renewed). I can follow schedules and discipline in an appropriate...
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Karrie D.

Bradenton, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 8 years of experience working with children professionally and many more experiences with children in informal settings. I am a certified teacher, and I have been working as a paraprofessional in Manatee County elementary schools for over 8 years working with students with special needs. I have been a foster parent for...

Meredith G. says "She watches my son 2 nights a week. Is always on time. Very reliable. Feeds him healthy meals, and does fun stuff with him. We absolutely love her."

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Melissa D.

Spanish And English Speaking Babysitter!

Bradenton, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm currently pursuing a second degree and I am looking to babysit as a part time job. I love kids and I'm fun, outgoing and enthusiastic. I love reading and will surely try to get you kid into it. I have experience babysitting my nice since she was a baby. I have babysat her since she was born until now that she is...

Care Member says "Melissa cuido de mi niña 1 año y fue la mejor babysitter que ha tenido mi niña Valerie .. Melissa es dedicada a los niños , amorosa y sobre todo muy...

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Emily A.

Fun Sitter

Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Emily A., I am from a small town in Midwest Ohio where I originally started babysitting for all of my neighbor's kids. When I was 15, my family moved to Munich, Germany and I ended up living there for 4 years and graduated from Munich International school in 2018. While I was in Germany, I babysat for many...

Lauren B. says "Emily worked for us full time this summer. She started when our son was 3 months old and he adores her. Although there was a learning curve at the...

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Peggy W.

Bradenton Beach, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm a mother/wife and grandma, kid lover, dog lover and senior lover ! My background is 40 + years as a R. N. in Ca., TX and Fl . I worked in Nursing homes for years. I like , art, music, dancing and exercise, and love design. My first priority as a caretaker is safety then FUN. I'm looking forward to helping out with date...

Daniel W. says "Peggy is highly experienced in the medical field of caring for others. She has an uplifting, cheerful personality with smiles for everyone on any given...

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Paula T.

Your Second Hand

Bradenton, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm an active 53-year-old mother to 3 young adults. I have nearly 40 years of experience. I'm great and comfortable with children of all ages from newborns to teenagers. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old and continued through college. When I had my own children I was in your shoes. I hired the best of the best to...

Emma Q. says "Paula was attentive and went to great lengths to make the days enjoyable for the kids! She took them to the museum, to the planetarium and they had an...

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Nakita H.

Bradenton, FL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Making a positive impact on children's lives is something I truly enjoy. My previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to support families by providing reliable childcare. I have one year of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11 years old. I'm comfortable caring for up to four children at a time. I'm patient,...
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Kayla O.

Sarasota, FL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Kayla and I'm a caring and responsible babysitter with the added experience of being a parent myself. I understand firsthand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your child, because I've been in your shoes. I'm patient, nurturing, and confident in handling all the ups and downs that come with...
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Ivonne A.

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Sarasota, FL

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have worked at a Martial Arts Summer Camp for the past 4 years as a counselor and teacher. I looked over about 20 kids at a time, from about 4 years to 15-years-old. Also, I have worked for about 2 years at an after-school Martial Arts program for about 2 years off and on. I am a senior in the International Baccalaureate...
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Isabella V.

Ellenton, FL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. My three years of babysitting experience have solidified my desire to positively impact young lives and support families. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and educational games with children. I am comfortable enforcing...
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Kenya W.

Bradenton, FL

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. With five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, I offer a safe and engaging environment where they can learn and grow. My background includes a college degree and certifications in CPR and Caregiving/Home Health Aid. I'm...
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Brenda B.

Mom Experienced With Twins Available Now!

Bradenton, FL

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm Brenda! If you have child care needs, it would be my pleasure to help you. I can assist you with transportation, after school care, homework, and any of those unforeseen circumstances that seem to just pop up. I am a mother of twin girls, who are all grown up now, so I have lots of experience. The best job I've ever had...
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Shirley B.

After School Child Care/Transportation

Bradenton, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I had a career in the fashion industry for many years and decided to have children and commit to them 100%. 16 years later, I am somewhat available to help other families who still have a career and also have children and find it difficult to be taking the children to school, picking them up, giving them a snack, doing homework...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.38/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 5.0

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Palmetto, FL

After School Babysitters in Palmetto, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Janet M.

Janet is an awesome sitter. She is extremely dependable, creative and our grandson loves her. I would highly recommend Janet for ANY nanny...

- Keith O.

Kelsey H.

She is the perfect babysitter! She's very caring and good with infants, she put our baby to bed and did an amazing job calming her down when...

- Ally Z.

Karrie D.

She watches my son 2 nights a week. Is always on time. Very reliable. Feeds him healthy meals, and does fun stuff with him. We absolutely...

- Meredith G.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Palmetto, FL

You can review 8 after school babysitter profiles near you in Palmetto, FL to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Palmetto, FL is $19.38. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Palmetto, FL on babysitting websites like Care.com.

Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Palmetto, FL can really come in handy.

We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Palmetto, FL.

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