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Sierra W.

Fun Experienced Summer Nanny!

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Sierra! Here are some things that qualify me to take care of your beloved tiny humans: -Master's in Counseling -previous professional nanny for the last 5 years (references available upon request) -previous work experience as a behavioral therapist for youth in foster care/CPS system -CPR certified -can provide...

Care Member says "Sierra is the best babysitter we’ve ever had. My kids love her. She’s fun, responsible and just a wonderful person. I highly recommend her."

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Rosa C.

Experienced Occasional Back Up Babysitter

Lake Wales, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hello! My name is Rosa. I recently moved to this area and I'm looking forward to making connections with families in my new community. I'm available for babysitting, errands, Spanish tutoring, housekeeping jobs, senior company, and pet sitting.

Care Member says "She took care of me many times and is very caring and will treat you like her child I love her like a second mom and still keep in contact with her till...

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Aviza M.

Boutique Childcare/Infant Room

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am certified in infant/child CPR and trained in First aid. I have completed early childhood education classes and hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and have been caring for children for over 20 years. I provide quality, specialized one on one care from my home in a safe environment and nurturing environment. I am...

Sara W. says "Aviza is super professional and so kind. My little ones adored her from the first time they spent time with her. They told me she was the best babysitter...

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Kathryn I.

Part Time Care Giver

Mulberry, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a recently retired teacher. I loved teaching but wanted to have more time to spend with my family. I taught kindergarten and first grade for most of my teaching career. I was an elementary school librarian for the last 10 years. In the library I had the opportunity to work with all of the grade levels and had a wonderful...

Maree W. says "Kathy was highly qualified, professional, and kind. She's a great communicator and even brought art supplies to our hotel room! We traveled from out of...

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Emilliana K.

Babysitter

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hallow, I am Emilliana, a reliable, patient, creative, responsible and caring babysitter with over 12 years of experience caring for children ages 0-12. I have a background in Education, and I am a certified Childcare provider. I'm passionate about creating fun and engaging experiences for kids. I enjoy playing games, reading...

Care Member says "Emilliana took care of our daughter from 6 months to 17 months, and we cannot be any more grateful for her kindness, her patience and her loving care...

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Lyndsay E.

Can't Wait To Share Smiles And Laughs With Your Loved Ones

Mulberry, FL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hi there :) I'm 25! I went to NYU and studied drama and psychology. I am someone who is bubbly and passionate by nature and in love with the childlike happiness children bring into the world. Both of my parents are trained medical doctors, with my mother being a pediatrician. This has given me my fair share of pediatric...

Care Member says "My job decided to switch to hybrid shifts and that sent my schedule into free fall 😅 I was super nervous about re-entering the land of finding new...

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Sara Olivia D.

Part Time Child Care

Babson Park, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hi, I'm Sara! I have been babysitting for 10 years now. I have tons of experience and love children. I currently graduated this May with my Masters in Social Work! I hope to use my degree and experiences in a unique way one day. I know that these past 8 months have not been easy for anyone, life is unexpected and ever changing....

Jaclyn D. says "Sara has taken care of my 2 1/2 year old son on numerous occasions. She is absolutely wonderful with my son and he loves when Sara comes to babysit for...

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Milagros F.

Winter Haven, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Hello, I retired from the public school food service department in which I worked for 20 years. During this time my duties included preparing and serving meals to children of all ages from K-12. My mission is excellent care for the child. I am warm, fun-loving, and responsible. Experienced with newborns, toddlers, and kids. I am...

Care Member says "Prior to hiring Ms. Millie, my wife and I were very nervous about hiring a babysitter. After meeting Ms. Millie and have her babysit our precious...

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Katlyn E.

Part-time Babysitter/date Nights/weekends

Auburndale, FL

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! I am currently looking for part-time babysitting for date-nights and occasional weekends. Work history includes being a nanny for about 10 years while I was in college and currently occasionally babysit for two families. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology and graduated last year with a Masters Degree in Social...
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Makayla M.

Get To Know Me!!

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Makayla! I am 21 years old and I have been a nanny since I was 17. I got my infant CPR certification in 2022 but need to renew it as it expired in 2024. I have experience as a live in nanny, full time nanny, and part time nanny. As well as a travel nanny. I have worked with kids ages 3 weeks - 12 years...

Care Member says "Makayla has always displayed extreme nurturing qualities followed by a gentle spirit with a lot of patience. She listens to any concern I may express &...

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Shelby M.

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...

Katelyn M. says "Shelby was a godsend. She did an amazing job with our newborn, and I trusted her to navigate our daughters difficultly sleeping and taking bottles. She...

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Tess K.

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Full Time Nanny Position.

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Tess and I am 29 years old. I have 15+ years of childcare experience including overnight care, full time nanny (including housekeeping, light meal prep, taking to/from appointments, learning games, homework help, etc.) and date night sitting. I am in school part time online and have a baby girl, 18 months...

Care Member says "Tess was hands down the best care giver I’ve had for my little girl, she was very dependable, flexible sweet honest. And went over and beyond on things...

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Esther B.

Experienced And Dedicated Child Care Provider

Haines City, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I love working with children of all ages. There really is something about each stage of childhood to enjoy. This reflects in my experience, where I started as a mother's helper at the age of 13, then moving to babysitting at 15 for a number of families. When I was 18, I started working at a daycare center in New Jersey and after...

Cassandra C. says "Esther is amazing! She nannied for our son (starting age 2 to age 4) for 2 years and did a fantastic job. She is punctual, polite, and very...

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Jaylah W.

Babysitter/Nanny

Winter Haven, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I recently completed a graduate degree studying Medical Physiology. The specific track of my program is Neuroscience. I have tutored multiple peers in various majors. I also have experience with tutoring children that display learning disabilities. I formerly worked at Brownsville Preparatory Institute in Tallahassee, Florida as...

Jean P. says "Jaylah was super nice and very approachable with our kids. She really has a great vibe and made us feel comfortable with her caring for our kids. We'll be...

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Amanda M.

your Future Favorite Caregiver!

Haines City, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I like working with kids because I feel complete around them, kids are full of joy and energy, they teach me how to see the world on a different and positive way that we're not used to! In my spare time, I like to walk in the park with my dog, ride my bike, listen to music, read books and sometimes relax in the sofa haha One...

Care Member says "Mandy has been wonderful, and the children absolutely adores her and loves spending time with her. She’s incredibly patient, kind, and has formed such a...

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Hannah T.

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I've been a nanny for 8 years now and I love working with children. I have experience with all ages as young as a few days old all the way up to 20 years old with developmental disabilities. I'm a dedicated and compassionate caretaker. Skilled in developing and implementing age-appropriate activities that promote physical,...

Care Member says " Hannah is truly a professional self motivated and attentive care giver. She pays attention to the details, thus exceeding expectations and ensuring...

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Soleil T.

Experienced Sitter Who Is Intentional

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I started watching children at 12, with my first child having various special needs. I have volunteered with children in other countries, orphans, and foster children. Additionally, I have taken care of up to five children at a...

Care Member says "She was able to watch our daughter on short notice for a date night. She was delightful, respectful, fun, and reliable! We would absolutely hire her...

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Riley S.

child care

Lakeland, FL

4.3(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I am 21 years old and am in my fourth year of college for Human Services! I also have a child welfare certificate from my social work classes. I am CPR/First Aid certified and a fully online student so I have a very open schedule. I got married in May and am looking for a consistent job! I come from a very large family,...

Care Member says "Riley was my nanny for the summer and was a darling. My two kids adored having her around to play with and go out to places like the aquarium or movies....

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Yeira N.

Lakeland, FL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I have been with child care for 10years. I love spending time with children and caring for them, I would be pleased to work for you guys. I am responsible and hardworking, I know how it is for parents to feel safe and secure with whom they are leaving there children with. I am committed on earning your trust and confidence.
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Alyssa M.

Nanny With 7 Years Of Experience Looking For New Family!

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Alyssa, I am 27 years old, my husband and I have been in Florida for about 2 years and live with our puppy Magnolia. I have been a full-time nanny for approximately 7 years. I started as a way to get out of the restaurant job I had and never looked back! I am the eldest of 4 girls in my family as well as the...

Care Member says "Alyssa is such a wonderful amazing nanny. She watched our baby for a year after I returned to work. Our daughter absolutely loved her. Could not...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.14/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.5

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Bartow, FL

Babysitters in Bartow, FL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Sierra W.

Sierra is the best babysitter we’ve ever had. My kids love her. She’s fun, responsible and just a wonderful person. I highly recommend her.

- Care member

Rosa C.

She took care of me many times and is very caring and will treat you like her child I love her like a second mom and still keep in contact...

- Care member

Aviza M.

Aviza is super professional and so kind. My little ones adored her from the first time they spent time with her. They told me she was the...

- Sara W.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Bartow, FL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Bartow, 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 14 babysitters in Bartow, FL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Bartow, FL babysitters on Care.com is $15.14 per hour as of August 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Bartow, FL through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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