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60 babysitters are listed in Alva, FL
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Alva, FL
Maria A.
Lehigh Acres, FL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Heave 4 Children,and They Ground Up ,and Get Marriged ,I Like Help You ,taker You Children .
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi - my name is Maria. I'm a very happy person. I have 13 years experience cleaning houses. I would like an opportunity to clean yours. I have several references if needed.
God bless
Maria
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Maria has been babysitting for me for 2 weeks now. She's very dependable and the boys love her. Every time she leaves my youngest son gets upset and he normally doesn't connect (being he is autistic)with anyone like that but has with her. I would recommend her to...
Brittany J.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Bailey and I'd love to offer my childcare services to your family! I have dedicated myself to creating a safe and enjoyable environment for the children that I care for. I bring over 10 years of experience in childcare, having worked with newborns to 17-year-olds. I worked in the childcare rooms at my church from...
Bailey can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bailey was on time, good at following my instructions for the kids, and was very polite and flexible. Thanks for giving us our first date night in a long time! The kids had fun."
Sarah R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Mi nombre es Cándida H tengo más de 10 años de experiencia en cuidado del adulto. Soy una persona muy amable y responsable. Para mi cada paciente es muy especial ya que lo veo como mis propio padres. Soy muy paciente y empatica. Por favor no dudar en contactarme su busca el mejor cuidado de su familiar.
I'd describe my...
Candida can also help with: Dementia, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
"Candida was excellent with my father she took care of him for about 5 years when we first moved to cape coral and he still ask about her till this day. She cooked great meals and always had my father with a smile on his face. She was very gentle and patient and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have been working with younger children since I was in middle school; babysitting for families in the neighborhood and volunteering with children at my church. Since then I have gained experience working with children and youth of all ages in a plethora of different capacities. I work full time in child welfare and strive to...
Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Excellent service!! She did a great job caring for my dog."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey, I am Silvia, 59 yo, Brazilian woman . I become American citizen in January 2020. I have been working as nanny, babysitting, pet sitter, housekeeping, house sitting, organizing, personal assistant, kids arts and crafts teacher since I arrived in USA on 1999.
I have been using my skills on cleanliness, creativity and...
Silvia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Silvia was an amazing addition to our family. She was with our family for almost five years. She was willing to help with whatever task we needed help with. Silvia was wonderful with our daughters and also caring for our dog and house sitting while our family...
Karina O.
Celena J.
Fort Myers, FL
$21/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I know my profile looks new but I've been babysitting since I was 11 years old, mostly my baby brother but whenever I am not at school I used to babysat my neighbors kids, I stopped babysitting for a while then I started working with kids when I was in highschool I babysat my neighbors 5-year-old niece. During the summer I...
Celena can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She’s amazing! Definitely going to keep hiring her. She is so great with my 2 kids. She always keeping them occupied. Every time I come home homework is all done and ready for me to look at on the table. She always taking them out and keeping the occupied and...
Care member
Rheyanna M.
Fort Myers, FL
$20-26/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is RheyAnna, I am 21 years old and currently pursing a major in Social work to reform the foster care system. I have many years of experience working with children of all ages . My absolute favorite place in the world is Disney! I was born and raised in Florida . During my free time I spend it at the beach , or...
5.0
(9)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children since I was in high school. I started babysitting for family members with children from ages 8 months to 11 years old. I am a teachers assistant for pre k in Hoboken, NJ.. I am 39 years old now with 3 of my own. My oldest is 19 years my second child is 11 and my last is 4. They mean everything to...
Janeen can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Janeen was awesome. We hired her for a date night while we were visiting the city, we have never had a stranger watch our kids so it was pretty nerve wracking! Janeen was super friendly and the kids really liked her! We had originally hired a different sitter for...
Breanna P.
Kumarie H.
Fort Myers, FL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.4
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kumarie. I live in Fort Myers, FL with my 3 wonderful kids and my husband. I love making kids laugh and making them being a kid. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to young kids (including my own). With me, your children...
Kumarie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Kumarie is a very caring individual that not only tends to your child needs but also teaches your child!"
Ana S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
If you are looking for a dependable and trustworthy caregiver for yourself or a member of your family please reach out to see if I am a good match for your needs.
CPR certified
Reliable transportation
Available Mon-Fri
Salary open for discussion
Home care experience
Willing to travel 20 miles
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie has been great to work with and she has a terrific personality that is well suited for a healthcare professional."
Mark H.
Cindy M.
Lehigh Acres, FL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
International Experience Nanny , Babysitter , And Domestic Helper
4.8
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello I am moving from lehigh acres florida to gainsville by July and I have very good experience and references.
Cindy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
4.0
"Cindy has been the full time sitter of my son for an entire year- from May 2020 to May 2021. She has been extremely great with my son- almost like a second mom while I was out working. She played with him, cooked for him, cleaned our house. She was extremely...
Andrea D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello future parents my name is Lindsay. I've been taking care of kids for 18 years. I've worked in preschools, taught piano, and have babysat before. I enjoy reading to children , making crafts, teaching music, watching movies, etc.
I am very flexible.
Lindsay can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Reliable and good with the kids. Follows instructions. Punctual and responsive to communication. Hits all our requirements. Will definitely use again in future!"
Philip W.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience, delegated throughout daycare centers, my mother's at home daycare, and babysitting gigs since I was 12 years old. I am open to helping around the house, including: dishes, laundry, organization, cleaning the home, food preparation, running errands, carpooling, and scheduling appointments. Children...
Brianna can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Brianna is truly wonderful! My children have known her for years and love her. She is caring and engages with them. I frequently pick my children up and hear the sounds of giggles and laughter!"
Sarah M.
5.0
(1)
I have 2 years of experience working with loving families in town. I've worked with the elderly and young.
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"She’s very hardworking and dedicated! She doesn’t slack off, and always pulls her weight. She’s very good with people, and has a positive attitude!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have many years of experience taking care of children. I am a mother of three children, ages 26, 23, and 21. I have a degree in Elementary Education and taught for three years. Also, I was a Teacher's Assistant in Religious Education. As an assistant, I would help the children with special needs. I was an Assistant...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"She helped me watch my twin 2 year olds when we needed a back up nanny. She was great with them, and very attentive. I highly recommend her!"
Alisa R.
I am a graduate from FGCU with a degree in Child and Youth Studies. I am fully bilingual in English and Spanish and have over 5 years in working with children of all ages from infants to teenagers. I am also fully certified in CPR, First Aid and have completed the 45 hour Child Care Training from DCF.
I like working with kids...
Fiorella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jessica A.
Lehigh Acres, FL
$17-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
Sitter, Lifeguard/swim Instructor, Errand Runner, And Tutor!
I have been babysitting kids since I was 12, I am now 22. I have watched my neighbors for years, they are now old enough to take care of themselves. I have experience with pet sitting and running errands/carpooling, I have been a lifeguard for 6 years now, and I have experience with a wide group of ages. I am capable of teaching...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Liz, I am a 26-year-old law student. I love being around children and have experience with babysitting.
Amber P.
Lehigh Acres, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I am a mother of two (ages 16-female and 12-male) as well as a fur baby mother of 3 cats, 1 dog and 10 chickens lol! I also come from a large family and have been around children what feels like forever. I run an insurance agency during the day and am currently looking for occasional evening or weekend child care/house...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello. My name is Tiffany. I'm a homeschooling mom that wants to make extra income doing what I love to do, helping others by taking the best care of their children. I have babysat for many families over the years. I'm very active with kids in the homeschooling community. I'm a very hands on person. I think it's important for...
Tiffany can also help with: Craft assistance
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Alva, FL
Maria A.
5.0
Maria has been babysitting for me for 2 weeks now. She's very dependable and the boys love her. Every time she leaves my youngest son gets upset and he normally doesn't connect (being he is autistic)with anyone like that but has with her. I would recommend her to other families as she's reliable,...
- Brittany J.
Bailey V.
5.0
My kids love Bailey. She is a great caretaker.
- Care member
Candida H.
5.0
Candida was excellent with my father she took care of him for about 5 years when we first moved to cape coral and he still ask about her till this day. She cooked great meals and always had my father with a smile on his face. She was very gentle and patient and very reliable.
- Care member
Amanda F.
5.0
Excellent service!! She did a great job caring for my dog.
- Care member
Silvia N.
5.0
I hired three babysitters over the period of one year. I interviewed about 20 at least! Silvia was the only one that was reliable, trustworthy, honest, loving, her qualities and attributes are endless! I cannot brag enough about her! The other two babysitters we had we had to let one go due to being...
- Renata K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Alva, FL:
How can I find a Alva babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Alva, 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 7 babysitters in Alva, FL on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Alva, FL?
The average rate for Alva, FL babysitters on Care.com is $19.14 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 Alva, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Alva, 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.