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Serena S.

Available For Weekend Babysitting

Punta Gorda, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there! My name is Serena, and I am 24 years old. I have a bachelor's degree in neuroscience and cognitive psychology. I have years of experience as a sitter for children, houses, and pets. I have formal training in working with kids. I am basic life support certified through the American Heart Association. I have worked as a...

Kevin B. says "She is a dream of a babysitter! She was amazing with our kids, very professional, and always prepared!"

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Catherine D.

Punta Gorda, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 64 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Catherine, I have 14 years of experience taking care of as many as 10 children at a time. the last 4 years, I have been taking care of children out of my home, and my husband and I now have 2 sweet kids. I keep log of diapers, feeding, and what we worked on that day. I follow an appropriate curriculum and can include...

Care Member says "I spoke to Catherine over the phone for 20 minutes and instantly felt connected to her! We moved to the town she lives in and she was SO helpful in...

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Emily C.

Nanny

Punta Gorda, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi my name is Emily! I am looking to nanny for a wonderful family starting January until beginning of June in 2025. I am 23 and graduated from ASU last year with both a communications and family and human development degree. I am also currently attending grad school online pursuing my Masters of Social Work at LSU online through...

Stefani B. says "Emily was wonderful and helped us so much with our baby. Totally recommend her to any family. She's trustworthy and good with kids."

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Ariana K.

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Who Can Work Most Days And All Nights

Punta Gorda, FL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have always known I wanted to work with children. I have 8 younger siblings who I have helped care for since infancy. I've been babysitting since I was about 10 with some nannying in my later teens. Children are my passion. I love seeing them learn new things and see their faces light up when they do. I have cared for babies...
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Heather S.

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekends And Weeknights

Punta Gorda, FL

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$13/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am an experienced caregiver who enjoys being around children and lighting up their day. I am currently working at a daycare with many children under my supervision. This has been a great experience but I am looking to have more one-on-one with a child or a few children. This would give the opportunity for a closer relationship...
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Mary F.

Summer Babysitter/Nanny

Punta Gorda, FL

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Mary-I graduated from FSU in the Spring of 2024 (Major: Editing, Writing, & Media; Minor: Education) and have been working under the Dean of FSW's School of Business & Technology for over a year now. I come from a large, tight-knit family and have been caring for my younger nieces, nephew, and cousins for as...
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Bette J.

Part Time Caregiver Available Evenings And Weekends For Babysitting.

Punta Gorda, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a mother of 2 ages 42 and 38, I have 4 grandchildren ages 13, 11, 3 and 9 months, love being with kids watching and playing with them.
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Laura V.

Experienced, Energetic, Fun Nanny Seeks New Family

Punta Gorda, FL

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been a nanny for over 20 years, working for many families and supporting them in various stages of family development. Mostly, I have cared for infants and supported new parents. Though I have extensive experience with new parents and infants, I enjoy all types of families. I have experience caring for twins, all genders,...
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Amelia H.

Amelia's Bio

Punta Gorda, FL

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$19/hr
6 years experience
I started babysitting when I was 13 years old. I am a very honest, trustworthy, and hardworking. In my free time I like to go to the beach, take my dog on walks, and volunteer in the community. I am CPR certified and have had many years of experience with children from all ages from premature babies to 12 years old.
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Destiny M.

Fun Sitter And A Creative Thinker!

Punta Gorda, FL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as calm, understanding, innovative and reliable! I like working with kids because they show you what life is like when your having fun, they are absolutely amazing and they can always teach you something new!! I'm looking for a job that is flexible, and is able to help anyone in any way! I started...
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Haronid G.

Caregiver

Punta Gorda, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
Mi experiencia en el cuidado de niños y ancianos. Tengo credenciales de RCP para el cuidado de la piel, entre otras certificaciones. Soy responsable, cuidadosa y profesional. En otros años gestioné un pequeño centro de mayores con pacientes conectados a ventiladores mecánicos, entre otros. Estoy lista para la preparación de...
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Lorena C.

Punta Gorda, FL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Con 32 años de edad, Lorena es una cuidadora de niños con amplia experiencia en el cuidado y desarrollo infantil. A lo largo de su carrera, ha trabajado con niños de diversas edades, brindando atención personalizada y fomentando su bienestar emocional y físico. Su enfoque se centra en crear un ambiente sano y estimulante que...
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Leah P.

Punta Gorda, FL

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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Leah, I am a caregiver and a medical assistant. I am one of 9 kids in my family and have 19 nieces and nephews under the age of 8. I'm very accustomed being around children and find them a joy to be with. I love working out and cooking and am CPR and First Aid. I love being active and adventurous.
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Kirstyn L.

Young Energetic Nanny

Punta Gorda, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I'm Kirstyn, I am a mom to 3 littles and I absolutely love it! My older two are now starting school which has opened up my schedule! Before getting married and having my own children I was a nanny! I stayed with the same family for two years and we had the best time! Now about 10 years later I find myself wanting to help...
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Addison N.

Occasional Date Night Or Consistent Care.

Punta Gorda, FL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun and responsible. I started working with kids when I was 11 years old as a summer nanny and in the church nursery. In my spare time, I like to hike, watch movies and spend time with friends.
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Erin G.

Punta Gorda, FL

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$17/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
My husband and I moved to the area from Iowa. We are new empty nesters. Once they were all in school, I worked as a para educator for special needs children for 12 years. I also did respite on the side for a child with Down Syndrome. I have always loved working with children. I have an associate degree in early childhood...
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Amanda L.

Hi! My Name Is Amanda I Am Looking For A Family To Nanny

Punta Gorda, FL

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, responsible, and loving. I like working with kids because I grew up around all my little cousins and was like a mother to them. I also am in school for pediatric nursing. I'm looking for a job that will give me a steady income and a family we're we both trust each other. I started...
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Evie S.

Punta Gorda, FL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
With a masters degree in art therapy I understand the importance of creativity and play in a child's learning and development. I'm always looking for new ways to make learning fun, and can incorporate creative skills in many ways whether through art making, outdoor games, educational activities, or technology. As a caregiver,...
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Brianna D.

Punta Gorda, FL

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$23/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a true passion for nurturing children's growth and development. Over the last six years, I've had the privilege of caring for children of various ages, from infants to preteens. My approach revolves around patience, understanding, and fostering a safe, nurturing environment. I believe...
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Michele S.

Punta Gorda, FL

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$22/hr
5 years experience
As a retired CFO, sitting still is not an option! Little people bring so much joy, would love love to help mama with a new born, part time. My retirement jobs have included swim instructor and nanny! With 6 grandchildren, sign language for basic communication is amazing when they learn! In my spare time, I like to go boating...
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.43/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Punta Gorda, FL

Babysitters in Punta Gorda, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 41 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Serena S.

She is a dream of a babysitter! She was amazing with our kids, very professional, and always prepared!

- Kevin B.

Catherine D.

I spoke to Catherine over the phone for 20 minutes and instantly felt connected to her! We moved to the town she lives in and she was SO...

- Care member

Emily C.

Emily was wonderful and helped us so much with our baby. Totally recommend her to any family. She's trustworthy and good with kids.

- Stefani B.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Punta Gorda, FL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Punta Gorda, 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 35 babysitters in Punta Gorda, 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.

The average rate for Punta Gorda, FL babysitters on Care.com is $18.43 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 Punta Gorda, 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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