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Delaney P.

Delaney

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience
I started babysitting my sophomore year of highschool, and am now a sophomore in college. I was born and raised in Raleigh, North Carolina, but I now live in Tampa to attend USF. I am currently pursuing a bachelors in Environmental Science and minor in Spanish. In my free time I love to read, thrift, and go to the beach! My...

Care Member says "Delaney did an amazing job watching our son! She was kind, attentive, and incredibly patient, which instantly put us at ease. Our son warmed up to her...

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Grace R.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
Part-time Babysitter. I'm a grad student trying to dedicate my time between school, work, and fun! I love kids and plan to work with them in the future so it seemed like babysitting was the perfect option. I've been a nanny for 7+ years and have plenty of experience.

Cyndi R. says "Gracie is very dependable. She has a heart for kids & pets, is fun & responsible. She will be a great addition to your family"

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Naisya A.

One In A Million

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi parents!! I'm Naisya. I go by Nai (Bill Nye the science guy) I am 23-years-old. Recently graduated college at USF with my bachelors. Also became a mommy recently to a beautiful baby boy expecting baby girl June 2025. I have been a part-time & full-time nanny/babysitter for a decade and I am hoping to continue on this...

Care Member says "Very thankful for the time Naisya spent with us. She is extremely loving, helpful, and funny. We are fortunate that she remains a part of our family...

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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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Calisse T.

Experienced, Professional, And Loving Nanny!

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$41/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been around children my entire life and have had a passion for loving and taking care of them in a responsible and educational manner. I am always told I have a way with children! I used to babysit four adorable and fun loving children every weekend for two years. The parents of these children also referred to me to...

Amanda G. says "Calisse was very friendly and super comfortable with my 9 month old. Would definitely hire again! "

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Maya Z.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a fun, patient, and dependable SLP master's student at USF, graduating August 3rd, 2024. I graduated from FSU in May 2022. I have experience as a babysitter, pediatric speech therapy intern, as a children's dance teacher assistant, and with my own younger siblings since they were in diapers. I am looking for some extra...

Patricia E. says "There's no word in the English dictionary to describe how much of a blessing Maya has been to my kids and our family. My youngest who sometimes has...

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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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Nicole W.

Fun And Loving Nanny

Tampa, FL

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, I am 25 years old and love implementing a learn-through-play approach, as well as social-emotional learning! Most recently, the previous family I worked for decided it was time for little man to transition into preschool. Now, I am looking to be a welcome addition to a wonderful family! I have experience working with ages...

Maggie P. says "Nicole is such a delightful personality. She got along great with my kiddo right away and I liked her too (bonus). She was very communicative prior to...

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Kristina C.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi my name's Kristina! I've been working with children of all ages since I was a child myself, from taking care of newborns to tutoring teenagers. I've done it all from nannying to babysitting to even running a nursery filled with almost 40 2-year-olds! I'm CPR and first aid certified with over 10 years of experience with little...

Care Member says "Completely Reliable, trustworthy absolutely reliable. "

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Victoria M.

Reliable Nanny Here!

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello:) My name is Victoria. I'm a student at USF getting my degree in applied behavioral analysis. I'm looking for an opportunity to babysit/ nanny while I work on my bachelors degree. I have 3 years of experience working with kids, along with my siblings. I can help with Meal prep, homework, activities, Travel and Errands. I...

Care Member says "Victoria was a great help to our family. She was responsible, kind, trustworthy, and flexible with any schedule changes we may have had. She did a great...

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Katelyn O.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Katelyn, I'm currently a student at UCF but reside in the Tampa area. I fell in live with kids after meeting my youngest brother when he was born. I have grown up caring for my three younger brothers and babysitting:nannying other kids as well. I can do outdoor activities- big in being active- playing with the...

Ashley V. says "Katelyn was wonderful! always on time! My son LOVED her! "

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Caroline J.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Caroline. I am 26, I graduated from High Point University in 2018 with a degree in Human Relations. I have three sisters and have babysat my whole life. I am great with babies and children. Moms have even call me the baby whisperer. I have a positive attitude, honest, energetic, responsible, and reliable in...

Tara M. says "Caroline has worked for us since January 2019. Our twins were 6 months old when she started. Our babies had reflux and major tummy issues. Caroline was very...

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Anna W.

Pediatric Nurse To Be!

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Anna , and I am not the average babysitter! In addition to caring for your loved kiddo, I am passionate about joining in on their ideas of fun, helping around the house, and being fully present with minimal technology. I have completed my associates degree and am currently working towards a bachelor's in...

Coleman B. says "Anna is fantastic and so sweet to our child. She is very pro-active and confident as a nanny/babysitter. I would recommend her highly!"

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Jean R.

Caretaker

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Like most children of the 80s, I have a ton of babysitting experience. Childcare has been an ever present part of my life in many forms: babysitting for neighbors, friends, and family. I have no kids but am a super aunt with 8 nieces and nephews (and 5 greats!). About me: -retired pubic school teacher -available on weeknights,...

Leslie M. says "Jean is the best! She's trustworthy, fun, loving, and super dependable. She's cared for our three children (ages 9 and 3) for years now, and they love...

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Dayanara V.

A Little Insight Into Who I Am

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as energetic, attentive, creative and open minded! I started working with kids when I was in high school, right after my little sister was born. I helped out with her most days and after gaining that experience with her for a few years I started to babysit for friends and family after school and on...

Care Member says "We LOVE Dani! She is wonderful with all 3 kids, all at the same time (4-13 years old) and one on one. She is organized and cleans the house well. She...

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Lissa K.

Lissa K From Tampa Florida

Tampa, FL

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
When it comes to children, I treat them like my own. I grew up babysitting my brothers, cousins, neighbors, and friends. I am non-judgmental, compassionate, patient, understanding, and determined. As a 20-year-old in college, my goal is to be a pediatrician. Now that I am taking my CPR/AID/First AID courses, I am looking for a...
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Kimberly G.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Hi! My name is Kimberly and I am 22 years old. I was born and raised in Pennington NJ. I graduated from the University of Tampa in December 2021 with a degree in political science. I have babysitting experience since I was 15 but more specifically in Tampa. I have been sitting for multiple families ever since my freshman year of...

Care Member says "Kim cared for my infant twins from 6 months until they were a little over a year. She was attentive, thoughtful and the boys' loved her. She was...

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Elizabeth S.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi my name is Elizabeth. I'm an experienced babysitter taking care kids all ages especially newborns and infants. I love what I do. I have more than 10 years of experience helping families with theirs children. I'm a caring , lovely, responsible, punctual, and reliable person. I have "CPR" and "First Aid", Certification course....

Karina N. says "I love Elizabeth is a wonderful person, she took of care of my daughter for a year..I couldn't trust nobody else but her putting my daughter in a good...

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Ashley L.

I've Had Plenty Of Experience And Took Classes

Tampa, FL

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I have spent the last year in Belgium to obtain my Master's in Criminology. I received my Bachelor's from the University of New Hampshire with degrees in both Sociology and Justice Studies. I also minored in Social Work and Forensics. I have performed the duties of a professional nanny/babysitter for several years now and...

Christina L. says "Ashley has sat for us multiple times. She is always punctual, dependable and flexible when we end up staying out later than expected. Ashley has...

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Kelcee B.

Personal Material

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
I have always loved working with children because of the joy they bring to each day. I so enjoy having a part in the development of each child; helping them to grow into the best version of themselves & making sure the child is in the best environment to flourish. I began caring for children at the age of 13 with neighbors and...

Care Member says "Great with our baby and our toddler. She always comes on time and has great communication!"

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  • 875 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.32/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.6

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Tampa, FL

Babysitters in Tampa, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 456 reviews of the 875 listed babysitters

Delaney P.

Delaney did an amazing job watching our son! She was kind, attentive, and incredibly patient, which instantly put us at ease. Our son warmed...

- Care member

Grace R.

Gracie is very dependable. She has a heart for kids & pets, is fun & responsible. She will be a great addition to your family

- Cyndi R.

Naisya A.

Very thankful for the time Naisya spent with us. She is extremely loving, helpful, and funny. We are fortunate that she remains a part of...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Tampa, FL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Tampa, 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 875 babysitters in Tampa, FL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Tampa, FL babysitters on Care.com is $18.32 per hour as of June 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 Tampa, 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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