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Tiara D.

Part Time Babysitter Who Also Loves Animals

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
My availability during the week STARTS AT 6:30 p.m. with Sun partially usually open. I have a background in medical assisting and have worked and volunteered in pediatrics: in a physician's office, specialty clinics, and hospitals. A lot of time was spent entertaining children, keeping them calm and comfortable. I have worked...

Care Member says "Amazing! Patient, kind, and so compassionate with my autistic son, but still firm with boundaries! Will hire her again in the future. Loved talking with...

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Jamie F.

Experienced Babysitter Available Weekdays and Weekends with Over 9 Years Experience

Jacksonville, FL

3.0(1)
from
$10/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting various ages and amounts of children for the past nine years. Many times, the TV does not go on and it is all about playing. I love playing make-believe and doing different arts and crafts. I have done some overnight babysitting as well. I have cared for newborns all the way to middle school kids, and I...

Susan M. says "Jamie and my son did not get along. There were instances that I felt my son was not in good hands and were worrisome. Jamie has a lot of experience with...

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Brandi P.

Responsible Part/Full-time Babysitter

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$41/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting children for over 10 years. I am very fun - loving, caring, responsible and will provide excellent care for your children. I am a college graduate with my Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Arizona State University. I am currently in Graduate School pursuing a degree in Counseling. I am have...

Care Member says "We have had great experiences with Brandi taking care of our two children. She's excellent with them. She not only provides great care but interacts and...

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Paige B.

Part Time Babysitter/Caregiver Available

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Paige! I graduated from Jacksonville University with my Bachelors of Science. I'm 25 years old and have been babysitting since I was 12. I am responsible, kind, outgoing, and patient. I am currently looking to help out a family part-time.

Aimee R. says "Paige did an amazing job with my daughters. They absolutely adore her! We can't wait for future nights with Paige!"

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Alexandra V.

Babysitter

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
Hello! I moved to Jacksonville FL two years ago from Raleigh NC. I am a physical therapist and enjoy staying active. I have a small French bull dog and two cats and enjoy animals of all kinds. Ideally, I am looking for a temporary full time position as a nanny for a few months while I wait to start my new position (mid...

Leah T. says "We find Alexa to be both laid back and very good at engaging our 2.5 year old daughter. Our daughter loves it when she comes over to play!"

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Abby C.

Teen Babysitter

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Abby. I love being outdoors, crafting, writing, playing board games, doing yoga and hanging out with my pets! I've been a nanny/babysitter since I was 15 and my first "real" job was as a church nursery attendant. From there, I've been a Primrose School assistant teacher, full-time nanny for multiple families,...

Keilly G. says "Hands down one of the best babysitters we've ever hired to babysit our children. She has been babysitting for us since 2016. She is punctual, reliable and...

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Lauryn H.

Experienced Babysitter And Nanny Available

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have been a babysitter, nanny and family caregiver for over 12 years. I began babysitting for family and friends at the age of 11. At 29, I have worked with all ages, from infants to middle school. I have also gathered experiences with a variety of care-based scenarios including special needs, allergies, religious practices,...

Care Member says "Lauryn was professional, punctual, and very good with our little one. My very clingy one year old was quickly able to get comfortable with Lauryn, and I...

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Madison O.

Nanny, Babysitter

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I started working in the daycare center of my church when I was 14 and found a love for childcare. I proceeded to become a fulltime preschool teacher and babysit for families at my church. I also ended up working as a nanny to a family of 6 children for almost 3 years. I ended up getting a degree in finance and currently work in...
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Jeanette M.

In My Home Babysitting

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a mother of 3 grown kids with my first grand baby whom I watch daily. He is 6 months old I also watch a 4 yr daily during the week. I've been watching children from 6weeks to school age in my home since 2004. It's most definitely my passion. I am CPR/first aid certified and have plenty of references. I have an older Boston...

Vania H. says "My son & I absolutely love Ms. Jeanette. She has been working with us for several months as my sons driver. Things has been awesome thus far. I highly...

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Ellery T.

Nanny, Household Manager, Overnight Sitter.

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My goal is always to create a safe, predictable, and positive environment. I have extensive experience working with twins and multi-child households, mainly caring for ages 6 months to 8 years old. Most of my hands-on work has been with ages 6 months to 5 years old, which has given me a strong understanding of early childhood...

Care Member says "Ellery was AMAZING with my children. She was our full time nanny for a few months in 2022 while we waited for childcare availability and I cannot...

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Denise M.

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
I am a single mother of a now 23-year-old young lady(my partner) I have been a caregiver for the past 29 years from the ages of 2 weeks to 10 years old. After I lost my corporate job after 13 years of being with them, I decided to become a full-time childcare provider . I needed extra income so why not do what I love and what I...

Care Member says "Ms. Denise is an awesome caregiver. We have been using her services for our daughter since she was two months old. It has been over a year now and we...

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Dellilah J.

Jacksonville, FL

3.9(1)
from
$14/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
I have 10 years of experience working with children from 0 to 12. I can help with drop off and pick up of school aged children. AM meal preparation/breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks.

Care Member says "My son loves Ms. Delilah! She's very sweet, reliable, and flexible to our schedule and my son's needs. Ms. Delilah is very easy to work with and takes...

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Shanaiska G.

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
As someone with experience in healthcare and a background as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) a medical assistant, and i'm a doula and a midwifery student. My approach to babysitting emphasizes both safety and holistic care. I ensure that children are not only well-supervised but also engaged in activities that promote their...

Courtney A. says "I was traveling out of town for my best friend's wedding and was incredibly nervous about having dependable care, but Shanaiska was responsive and...

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Kaelyn R.

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hello, My name is Kaelyn am 26 years old and a new mother to my beautiful Baby girl. I have lived in Jacksonville for 5 years now, I am second oldest of 8 kids so growing up I always had a lot of responsibilities such as cleaning, cooking, and babysitting. I have also done many summer babysitting jobs for families around the...

Joelle M. says "I highly recommend Kaelyn-she is a wonderful person, and an excellent caregiver! She's loving and compassionate, kind and gentle, patient, engaged,...

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Dominique M.

A Little Bit About Me!

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
My passion for caring for children started young when I began babysitting at 14! I continued to work with children throughout high school, and volunteered with the aftercare program my school offered. I went on to become an aftercare teacher myself and I am now currently an afternoon preschool teacher, working with children 6...

Care Member says "Dominique was great with my two kids, our kids loved her, she was our nanny for two years and she is super attentive, she followed their schedules, and...

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Lynae A.

Full Time

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I babysat one of my cousins when they were little kids. Babysit is really fun job for me. I love to them somewhere they want to go with me. I love seeing them happy.

Care Member says "She is really good with my daughter. Usually my daughter cries when i give her to someone else but she's been really good with lynae! Definitely would...

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Caitlyn G.

Part-Time Child Care Provider

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a high school art teacher and I have been around children my whole life! I helped my younger brothers into their diapers and clothes every morning, and have experience in almost all areas of child care including, mother's helper (infants), babysitting, daycare, and nanny. I love children and I am always active with the kids...

Sterling L. says "Caitlyn is professional, responsible, reliable, caring and fun!"

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Cynthia G.

TLC For Children

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I grew up in Florida. I lived in South Carolina & California for the past 15 years, and just recently returned to Florida to help my parents. My life's passion & purpose are children. I have many years of experience in caring for, tutoring, & teaching kids, ranging from infant to teenagers. I have 33 nieces & nephews, ages...

Pam M. says "We are so grateful to have found Cynthia almost two years ago. She is trustworthy and dependable, and our boys adore her. She plans fun activities, helps...

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Cassidy R.

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Cassidy, I'm 29, and I have over 16 years of experience in caregiving and professional cleaning. I started babysitting and cleaning at 13 and have worked with children, adults, seniors, and individuals with a wide range of needs and abilities. I'm CPR, AED, First Aid, Medication Aide, and MANDT 2 certified, and I...

Donald H. says "Cassidy was a wonderful first nanny for our special little bundle. She was always early and very flexible for anything that we requested. She was helpful...

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Destiny G.

I'm Here To Help!

Jacksonville, FL

4.5(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! My name is Destiny and I'm an experienced and loving babysitter! I began babysitting for family and friends along with helping raise my nieces and nephews. I enjoy doing cool crafts with the kids and fun activities! I can also do meal preparation if needed! I'm reliable, responsible, and hardworking. I received my...

Terese R. says "We hired Destiny to help us with our visiting granddaughters over the Thanksgiving weekend. She was very professional, competent, friendly, kind, and...

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  • 446 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.7

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Jacksonville, FL

Babysitters in Jacksonville, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 156 reviews of the 446 listed babysitters

Tiara D.

Amazing! Patient, kind, and so compassionate with my autistic son, but still firm with boundaries! Will hire her again in the future. Loved...

- Care member

Jamie F.

Jamie and my son did not get along. There were instances that I felt my son was not in good hands and were worrisome. Jamie has a lot of...

- Susan M.

Brandi P.

We have had great experiences with Brandi taking care of our two children. She's excellent with them. She not only provides great care but...

- Care member

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in Jacksonville, FL

The average rate for babysitters in Jacksonville, FL on Care.com is $19.45 per hour as of October 2026. Rates can vary depending on the babysitter’s experience, the ages of your children, and the types of responsibilities you need help with. Duties like preparing meals, handling bedtime routines, caring for infants, or supervising multiple children may influence the overall rate. Many families also find that evening, weekend, or last-minute care can be priced differently. For a broader look at typical pricing, you can explore how much babysitters cost and use the Care.com cost calculator to help estimate your total expenses.
Finding a babysitter in Jacksonville, FL often starts with asking people you trust, such as friends, relatives, or neighbors, for recommendations. Many families also look in local parenting groups or community forums where other parents share their experiences. On Care.com, you can browse 446 babysitters in Jacksonville, FL, each with information about their background, availability, and reviews from nearby families. Taking time to compare profiles and understand each sitter’s experience, age-group comfort, and approach to childcare can help you find someone who fits your family’s routine and expectations.
Babysitters in Jacksonville, FL offer a range of services to support different family schedules and childcare needs. Many caregivers focus on afternoon routines, including after-school sitters who help with pick-ups, homework, and evening transitions. Families who need extended coverage can look for overnight sitters who stay through the night and assist with bedtime care. You can also find sitters who specialize in caring for infants, such as infant babysitters experienced with feeding, naps, and developmental routines. Many babysitters are available for weekend help or general childcare, and some can take on tutoring responsibilities if your child needs academic support. Reviewing each sitter’s profile can help you understand their experience, availability, and the types of care they are most comfortable providing.
When choosing a babysitter in Jacksonville, it’s helpful to consider their experience, comfort with your child’s age group, and familiarity with common childcare duties. Many families look for babysitters who communicate clearly, arrive on time, and have positive reviews from other parents. It can also be useful to understand the typical responsibilities of a babysitter so you know what to expect during each visit. For a broader sense of the qualities families value most, you can explore what makes a good babysitter, especially if you’re hiring someone for infants, bedtime routines, or after-school care.
Babysitters typically provide occasional or part-time care, such as evenings, weekends, or short-term help when parents are away. Nannies usually work more consistent hours and may take on additional responsibilities like planning activities, helping with children’s schedules, or supporting daily routines. Understanding the differences can help you decide which type of caregiver best fits your family’s needs in Jacksonville.
How early you should book a babysitter depends on when and how long you need care. For busy times like weekends, holidays, or evenings, it can help to reach out several days in advance. If you need ongoing or recurring help, contacting sitters ahead of time gives you more options and allows you to schedule interviews and meet-and-greets. For last-minute care, many babysitters in Jacksonville offer flexible or same-day availability.

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