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172 babysitters are listed in Lakeland, FL

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years

Babysitters in Lakeland, FL

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Clara T.


Lakeland, FL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Date Night - Evening Babysitter

4.9

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Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I am looking for a part-time weekend opportunities as a caregiver to earn extra income and be of great help. I am a firm believer that it really does take a village to raise a child. It is my goal to provide superior care in the environment that the children are most comfortable and give the parents a peace of mind knowing that...
Clara can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Clara was very sweet and friendly, while remaining professional. My son enjoyed having her as a sitter. "

Karen O.

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Flori S.


Lakeland, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Childcare/Sub Teacher

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have over 25 years experience watching newborns/ teens. I am a mom of a grown man, I raised so many kids that I couldn't be more proud of. I am A full time substitute teacher.( pre-k threw 5th grade) in Polk County. I love all babies/kids. I am looking to babysit this summer in my home, I have a pool, toys and would take kids...
Flori can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"very sweet lady she been taking care of my son almost a year now never get disappointed from her she go above and beyond her duties she treats kids like her own kids your kids will fall in love with her within hours her house is safe good family and her house...

Junie P.

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Hannah T.


Lakeland, FL

$13-25/hr8 yrs exp

Fun, Caring And Hardworking Babysitter

My name is Hannah and I am 26 years old. As the second eldest of five children taking care of all aged children is innate for me. I have babysat for families from 1 child to 5 children, aging from 1-16 years old. Over the course of my high school life, I was a "regular" sitter for 8 different families. One of the little boys I...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We used Hannah in July while visiting Orange Beach. Our kids loved her and she seemed to enjoy them as well. We would happily hire her again."

Jennifer G.

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Tess K.


Lakeland, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Full Time Nanny Position.

Hello! My name is Tess and I am 28 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 have a baby girl, 13 months old, and am looking for a position...
Tess can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tess is an absolutely amazing caregiver. She not only provides top-notch care for our four children but also went above and beyond to help with homeschooling keeping our kids engaged and excited to learn. Her patience, kindness, and dedication to our children's...

Becky Z.

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Katelyn T.


Lakeland, FL

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

Fun, Creative, Experienced Full-time Nanny

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I am a young professional who loves Jesus. I am currently renovating my own home with the help of my puppy named Joe-Jo. I have been nannying for 5 years. I have experience with newborns to school-age kids. I have worked with multiple families and families with multiples (twin toddlers & triplet newborns). I have formal training...
Katelyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katelyn watched my 6 mo son 4-5 days during a very busy month for me. She had great communication skills, was punctual, and flexible/understanding of a hectic and changing schedule. I’m very thankful for her help during that month. "

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Gianna B.


Lakeland, FL

$15-18/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Gianna and I am a college student in my fourth year of school on a Pre-OT track. I'd describe my personality as kind, energetic, and organized. I started working with kids when I volunteered at multiple summer camps during middle school I want you as the parent to feel comfortable with me watching your kids! With...
Gianna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Gianna in July of 2022 and she was outstanding! Gianna was professional, reliable, and our two kids (age 7 & 4) absolutely loved her! We look forward to hiring Gianna again in the future. I would strongly recommend her to anyone."

Paul T.

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Callahan G.


Lakeland, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Camp Counselor Who Misses Hanging Out With Kiddos!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting families in my hometown since I was 11 years-old and I have been a camp counselor at Covenant Harbor Bible Camp for the past four summers. I have also worked with children with special needs as a volunteer at Easterseals in Chicago, Illinois. I hope to create long-term relationships with families. My...
Callahan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Callie is the best! So sweet with our little man. Genuinely caring and kindhearted. Very helpful around the house. An absolute joy to work with. We feel incredibly blessed to have met her."

Maria S.

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Katherine J.


Lakeland, FL

$17/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Katherine, I am fun loving, kind, patient and compassionate. Being with kids brings out the best in me! I love learning a child's personality, while also helping them grow and learn and explore the world around them. I am very active and love to bring the kids outside! I started working with kids when I was 11...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Katie was our nanny for 2 summers and 1 school year. Our two boys, ages 8 and 5, adore her. She did an excellent job keeping the kids occupied with enriching activities - she keeps screen time to a minimum. She also kept their things organized and was excellent at...

Christine C.

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Emilliana K.


Lakeland, FL

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an energetic caregiver and a mother of 3 children. I have worked as church Sunday school nursery teacher for over 12 plus years. I love to teach, sing and play with children. I am comfortable with new born babies and even older children. I adjust easily with children and try to find ways of being comfortable with me. I have...
Emilliana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"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 for our daughter. We trust Emilliana with our life. She is reliable, intelligent, down-to-earth and has the right...

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Allison M.


Lakeland, FL

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Loving And Patient Nanny Available Immediately -Flexible Hours

I truly love being with children. I am a compassionate, dependable and trust worthy person who enjoys discovering each child's unique personality. I strive to create an environment where children are praised and encouraged so that they will be confident life long learners . I am not married and do not have children. I love...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Our family absolutely loved Allie! Best babysitter of the year award. Allie is dependable, kind, loving, always looking on the positive side and most of all cares about others."

Carol A.

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Aviza M.


Lakeland, FL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Boutique Childcare/Infant Room

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Aviza can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"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 they've ever had! She is fantastic and I would highly recommend her to anyone. "

Sara W.

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Kali B.


Lakeland, FL

$15-21/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college student currently pursuing my Bachelor's in Nursing and want to become a pediatric nurse in the future! I have had experience with childcare off and on for family and family friends. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I am very good at finding creative things to do with kids that don't...
Kali can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kali is fantastic! We hired Kali 3 times when we were visiting Florida to watch our 3 kids (ages 10, 7 & 2) and she was amazing with all of them. She's responsible, respectful, warm and engaging, plus punctual, responsive, and professional. The kids loved her!"

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Soleil T.


Lakeland, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter Who Is Intentional

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...
Soleil can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"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 again. My daughter really enjoyed her. Thank you, Solei!"

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Lacey H.


Lakeland, FL

$18-22/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Lacey and I'm in my junior year at Southeastern University. I am pursuing a bachelor's degree in social work! I moved to Lakeland, Florida two years ago from Dallas, Texas. Fun fact: I was born and raised in Jacksonville, FL where I lived for 14 years until my family moved to Dallas, TX. The city of Jax still holds a...
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Lacey is extremely dependable, protective, punctual and responsive. She's always been so joyful with my four boys and knows how to engage on their level. She started nannying for me when my fourth born son was less than a month old, and she always ensured his...

Karla E.

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Stephanie A.


Lakeland, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been taking caring for kids for years now and I l have a 15 years old of my own and my two god kids 4 and 3 years old which I love as if they are mines. I do most of the FUN & Learning activities with them. I am looking to care and treat your child as if it is one of my own with polite, respectful, patience, caring and...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Took really good care on my 2 toddlers. "

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Ana G.


Lakeland, FL

$18/hr16 yrs exp

Anabanana The Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as a nice person, I love to work in a clean place, I'm very responsable with kids and my job. I like working with kids because I have 2 kids of my own , I love their innocence , I like to play with them I'm looking for a job that people treat me with respect I started working with kids when my...
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ms. Ana is the best! Great with the kids very punctual and helps around the house. My children loves her. I would definitely recommend Ms. Ana you won’t regret it!"

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Yeira N.


Lakeland, FL

$15-20/hr15 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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.
Yeira can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kaylee C.


Lakeland, FL

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello! My name is Kaylee and I am a current college student that loves to work with kids and is looking to earn some money over the summer. I have babysat for multiple different families with children ranging from infants to pre-teens. I am organized, caring, dependable, and patient. I am confident I can provide a safe and fun...
Kaylee can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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Mary W.


Lakeland, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

*Babysitter, Tutor, & Teacher Available For Weedays & Weekends.

I was a nursery director at local church for 6 years. I was a Sunday school teacher for 10 years. I was a substitute teacher in public schools for 4 years. I am the mother of 2 girls and 2 boys for 42 years. I am grandmother of 11 children and great grandmother of 14 children. I have been a private babysitter for many...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ciara M.


Lakeland, FL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Tutor Or Babysitter? I Can Do What You Need!

Hello! My name is Ciara!! I have been caring for friends and families since I was 16. I am currently a first year teacher and certified to teach K-6th. I am comfortable with all age ranges and I hope I can help you family with what you need. My hobbies include being outside, dong arts and crafts, and traveling! Currently I'm...
Ciara can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lakeland, FL

Clara T.

3.0

Clara was be my first sitter outside of family and friends, so I don't know if my experience is the norm in these circumstances. She does respond right away when messaged so I liked that about her. She is reliable and punctual. I hired her to sit for my son while I was at a work related conference...

- Maria R.

Flori S.

5.0

very sweet lady she been taking care of my son almost a year now never get disappointed from her she go above and beyond her duties she treats kids like her own kids your kids will fall in love with her within hours her house is safe good family and her house always clean, welcome to come have fun...

- Junie P.

Hannah T.

5.0

We used Hannah in July while visiting Orange Beach. Our kids loved her and she seemed to enjoy them as well. We would happily hire her again.

- Jennifer G.

Tess K.

5.0

Tess is an absolutely amazing caregiver. She not only provides top-notch care for our four children but also went above and beyond to help with homeschooling keeping our kids engaged and excited to learn. Her patience, kindness, and dedication to our children's well-being made her an invaluable...

- Becky Z.

Katelyn T.

5.0

Katelyn is godsend and we will have her again in a heartbeat! She is genuine, patient, and gave my daughter her loving attention the times she was home with her. Thank you Katelyn!

- Sarah M.

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Average Rating4.8 / 5

Babysitters in Lakeland, FL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 54 reviews of the 172 listed babysitters.