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Caroline O.

Babysitter Available For Babysitting

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Kind and caring, christian, babysitter with over 10 years plus of babysitting experience. I'm from Ireland but have lived in Tampa a long time. I love children and animals as well as nature walks, the outdoors, reading to children, playing board games, crafts, singing and listening to music. I'm currently available at weekends...

Care Member says "Our kids absolutely love Caroline. So do we. She is engaging, taking them to the park, playing games and talking with them. Rare qualities these days....

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Miranda C.

Energetic Disney Loving Babysitter

Tampa, FL

4.5(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Miranda. I am a very outgoing, bubbly, disney loving babysitter! I have been babysitting for over 13 years. I graduated from USF with my degree in digital marketing. I am currently working as a full time nanny. My family that I was nannying for full time just moved out of state so I am looking to find another...

Care Member says "Miranda watched my kids twice on our vacation in the Tampa area. Both my kids loved her! She was very respectful. I highly recommend. "

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Asenath C.

Part-Time Babysitter

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Asenath! I'm a reliable and carrying babysitter with a love for working with kids. I have cared for kids since I was in high school being the oldest of 5. Outside of my personal life I have assisted families for over 7 years with various personal needs. I have a Bachelor's in Biology and Psychology from ASU....

Erik K. says "She's great. I hope she's available every time I need her. Looked after my two kids for the day and everything was perfect. CC is my "go-to" sitter going...

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Alexa W.

Fun, Loving, Playful Babysitter

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Alexa! I am 23 and currently working part time as an administrative assistant with my families company and am looking for extra work doing what I love, caring for children! In addition to having fun, playing educational games and focusing on development, I can also cook and clean to help make your day easier. I have...

Linda K. says "She was great. She arrived early and was very hands on with my kids. She was kind and kept me updated through the evening. She also kindly washed some...

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Kristen M.

Energetic And Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Kristen and I am a Pediatric Physician Assistant between jobs (moving out of Florida early May) and looking to add some side income. I have been working with children since I was 13 years old and am well versed in every age group. A prior client even had me watch her infant for a weekend while at a wedding. I am...

Katrina G. says "Kristen was a nanny for our 3 month old son and she was absolutely wonderful. She is kind, trustworthy and reliable. She was always on time and was...

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Alina S.

Babysitter/Nanny

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I recently moved to FL from PA/NJ. While in PA I worked for The Center for Autism. Following that I moved to FL and worked retail/various babysitting jobs. The babysitting/nanny experiences I had in FL were with multiple families: first family was every week, after school for a 7&8y. o., the second family was occasionally for...

Kristina Nena B. says "Alina is amazing! She did a great job with my son and was comfortable being around my dog. She did great with the bedtime routine and my son took...

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Andrea F.

Experienced Babysitter (Tampa)

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a very nurturing, honest, and reliable mother who worked in retail and accounting, but has always had a passion in childcare. I started babysitting in my early teens, raised an established daughter, and took care of numerous grand/great-grandchildren over the last 3 decades. I have taken childcare courses and possess...

Janine V. says "Although Andrea is my mother, I have seen her take care of children all her life including my son when he was a baby and I needed to work 2 jobs to get...

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Dee R.

Evening Or Weekends Babysitter

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have over 10 years experience with children ages 0 to 16 I also have worked with special need children as well. I am a VPK teacher at a private preschool during the day. I have my CDA in early childhood. I also have my CPR, first aid. Also have my fingerprints and background check through my school. I have no problem providing...

Lee F. says "She watched or 4 preteen boys and I had no worries. She knows how to handle kids."

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Hailey K.

Babysitter/Nanny

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Hailey and I am currently looking for babysitting/nanny jobs! I work 3 days a week as a nurse in the NICU and looking to make some extra money on my days off!

Billy C. says "Hailey is kind, outgoing, and great with children. When she is around kids, it is obvious that they are comfortable with her. She is great at finding...

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Megan H.

Experienced Babysitter

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Megan! I'm 25 and recently moved to Tampa from Nashville in December. I currently work in consulting at Ernst & Young but am looking to return to working in childcare. I have 10+ years of experience babysitting, nannying (including travel), and pet/house sitting. I'm great with all ages and happy to help with school...

Care Member says "Megan has kept our baby since he was a newborn! She is such a great help when we have to run errands, go to work, or date night. She is so attentive...

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Lacey W.

Experienced Babysitter Available

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
I'm a 37-year-old mom of 3 wonderful children! Two boys and a girl. Their ages are 16, 14, and 12 year. I was also been a licensed foster parent for 8 year. I also have several years of nanny experience. I love children and animals. I'm very creative and love playing, teaching, and doing arts and crafts! I'm also trustworthy and...

Care Member says "If I could give ten stars to Lacey, I would do so in a heartbeat. She is the most wonderful, caring human, and I am so thankful we found her to care for...

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Meaghan W.

Babysitter Available

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
Hi! my name is Meaghan and I am looking to start nannying with a new family ASAP, and I think I would be a great match for your job! I have over 10 years of childcare experience, I have worked at a two highly-accredited daycares with children ages newborn to 10 years old, as well as extensive experience as both a live-in and...

Ashley C. says "Meaghan is the BEST sitter we've ever had! She is so sweet, incredibly reliable, and absolutely amazing with our babes."

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Sarah P.

Babysitting

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Sarah! I am currently seeking work aside from my full time job. I have babysitting experience as well as animal experience. I have experience as a per Diem substitute teacher, so I have experience working with children from grades K-12. I have been a part time babysitter for multiple families throughout the last 5...

Care Member says "Sarah was very communicative before she watched our boys. She was on time and professional. She was great with our boys - they said they had a lot of...

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Kathleen H.

Childcare, Babysit,Light Senior Care, Pet Care

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
Currently working full-time w/Seniors & babysitting a few local families on the side. Looking to earn some extra income by babysitting 2 or more children ON OCCASION -Friday, Saturday or Sunday's. Or in the evening Mon-Thurs 6pm-10 p.m. Including- Date nights, going to dinner, work function, or need to run errands kid free,...

Ashley T. says "Kathleen is simply the best. We knew we would like her right away when she came over for the meet and greet. H is super shy, typical pandemic baby....

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Destinee C.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
Hello :) I have spent the last six years working with children. I started as the designated family babysitter, happily watching my nephews and nieces when needed. Over time my love for childcare grew, and I moved to work in daycares after high school. Since 2021 Ive worked with 3 wonderful families. My biggest priority is...

Endia A. says "I have hired Destinee several times to come over and watch my son for a few hours, some even "spare of the moment" baby sitting. She is always prompt and...

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Jeanette J.

I Love Working with Kids

Tampa, FL

4.3(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
let me just say first I am not vaccinated and I'm not going to become vaccinated so if you still would like to contact me you can and if you don't I understand. Hello my name is Jeanette I have a 14-year-old daughter. I am a babysit and a nanny. I have been babysitting for 12 years. I do have experiences with newborns and teens...

Whitney L. says "I needed Jeanette last minute yesterday. She had no problem that my daughter loves her already. I am glad to have someone that cares about child as much...

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Suzanne A.

Experienced Teacher And Mom With Morning Private Teaching Availability

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
After moving to Tampa in 2018, I took a break from teaching while my daughter was young. During that time, I tutored and babysat out of my home. I have developed wonderful relationships with the families that have found me through Care. com. I am: -a Former elementary/ESL teacher for 13 years -Mom of a 6-year-old girl....

Allison A. says "What a gift Suzanne has been in our lives! She tutors my son and he has improved so much. She is warm, professional and so patient with my darling boy....

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Linda F.

Linda

Tampa, FL

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am currently full time teacher. I only take on one time and part time occasional jobs during the school year. I have worked with families with children from birth to 15 years old over the last 20 years babysitting. I am a teacher who loves to work with children in different capacities. I have a passion for teaching, tutoring,...

Care Member says "Best pet care we’ve ever had. Our dog Wiley simply adores Linda. So much so she’s seems to look forward to us going out of town! Absolutely superb...

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Ava L.

Ava

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Ava and I am a recent graduate of Berkeley Preparatory School. I will be attending Wake Forest University next year to study business, and I am looking for a summer childcare job before I leave in the fall. Some of my interests include music (playing the guitar and singing), tennis, and reading. I have been...

Care Member says "Ava is one of my kids favorite sitters. They are always excited to hear Ava is watching them. And I appreciate that she is reliable and responsible....

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Brooke T.

Your Family, My Friends

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Brooke. I just moved to beautiful Tampa from Denver Colorado where I graduated with my bachelor's degree in interior Design and Architecture. I am currently in-between jobs. In the meantime I am looking for a part-time / full time babysitting job. In the past, I have babysat for friends, coworkers, family members,...

Mary Beth J. says "Brooke was amazing for our family! Our baby girl loved her. She is very kind and caring. The only reason she isn't still our nanny is because I had to...

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  • 755 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.90/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.7

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Tampa, FL

Babysitters in Tampa, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 279 reviews of the 753 listed babysitters

Caroline O.

Our kids absolutely love Caroline. So do we. She is engaging, taking them to the park, playing games and talking with them. Rare qualities...

- Care member

Miranda C.

Miranda watched my kids twice on our vacation in the Tampa area. Both my kids loved her! She was very respectful. I highly recommend.

- Care member

Asenath C.

She's great. I hope she's available every time I need her. Looked after my two kids for the day and everything was perfect. CC is my...

- Erik K.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in Tampa, FL

The average rate for babysitters in Tampa, FL on Care.com is $18.90 per hour as of March 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 Tampa, 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 753 babysitters in Tampa, 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 Tampa, 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 Tampa, 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 Tampa.

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 Tampa offer flexible or same-day availability.

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