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Andrea H.

Energetic And Caring Nanny And Pet Sitter

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
If you are in need of a great sitter, look no further! I have 10 + years of childcare experience and am super comfortable caring for cats and dogs. Can offer references as well. Availability is flexible.

Sarah F. says "My daughters loved her. She was comfortable playing games with them. She was also good with our two Chihuahuas. We hope she will babysit for us again."

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Ashna P.

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Ashna (19) I am a second year at the University of Florida. I love being around children and have experience babysitting multiple kids ages ranging from 4 months to 14 years old. I am able to help kids with their schoolwork, provide tutoring if needed, do arts and crafts, help out around the house, and do...

Roger And Darcy P. says "Ashna is great and very reliable!"

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Jayda J.

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello. I'm Jayda and I have an associates degree in biology. I have close to 7 years experience nannying infants to preteens. Some of my hobbies are cooking, doing crafts, and watching sports plus I love animals!

Bobbi G. says "Love love Jayda! Crafts with the kids, like family."

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Payge J.

Responsible And Fun Sitter

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have over 5 years of experience caring for children. I can help with travel, errands, cooking, school work, pet care and light housekeeping! I have a bachelors degree in Clinical Psychology from The University of Central Florida. I'm very passionate about animals and hope to work in the field of animal rescue one day!

Britton H. says "Payge was our nanny for almost 2 years. She watched my 1 year old and two 8 year olds. They are now 3 & 10 and all still talk about how much they LOVED...

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Maeve H.

Babysitter/Nanny

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I began babysitting for my family and friends at a very young age. In school I took an early childhood class and many of my assignments involved working with children outside of the classroom. I also spent a year working with the special needs children that attended my school. I am very active and adventurous, and I am fluent in...

Bonnie M. says "Maeve cared for my two boys weekly for a season of in our life. She has strong communication skills and is very responsive. She created games with the...

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Suzanna N.

Experienced Sitter, Just Graduated From UF

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I have over 8 years of childcare experience. I have sat for all ages; newborns to preteens. In Gainesville I've been a Gator Mentor for three years volunteering at various elementary schools in Alachua County, doing mostly aftercare/homework help. I worked as a classroom assistant/therapist assistant at Collage Day School...

Liesel B. says "I hired Suzanna to drive my daughter to middle school whenever my husband and I both had early work schedules, and she was such a lifesaver!! We were in...

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Hollie H.

Part-Time Caregiver

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Greetings all! I am a seasoned child care professional with 11 years of experience in childcare. During this time I have acquired quite a bit of knowledge regarding children! I am currently a nanny for 3 children (ages 5, 8, and 12). The youngest starts kindergarten therefore I won't be needed in the mornings. I have a long DCF...

Sade R. says "Hollie is a gem! I am so happy to have found her on Care.com. She is a great caregiver for our 2 year old son, who is always excited to see her. Hollie can...

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Sofia L.

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hello I am Sofia and I am a 22-year-old studying to work in Pediatric Physical Therapy. I am usually very flexible with times, last minute date nights, picking up, watching the child at your house, and anything else that can be more accommodating for you and your child. I am fluent in English and Italian, and can communicate, as...

Tren S. says "Sofia was so amazing! Our 2 year old daughter absolutely loved when she arrived every morning. Sofia was always punctual and responsible. She assisted with...

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Molly P.

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Molly and I am a pediatric registered nurse! I've been in the healthcare field for over 4 years now, and always stay up to date on my CPR and first aid training. I have been babysitting since middle school, and I also have experience with children with special needs. My dedication to creating a safe, calm and...

David M. says "Molly was available with short notice to accommodate our schedule. She was punctual and took good care of the little one. Will definitely be working with...

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Peyton H.

Experienced Babysitter Available Evenings

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I have 8 years of babysitting experience with children ages 3 months to 16 years old. I truly have a passion for child care and have completed Early Childhood Education & Development courses in college, as well as volunteering with children with special needs. I have my own car and am happy to provide transportation as...

Maddison M. says "We love Peyton! She's always a few minutes early, has never canceled on us and our son always enjoys his time with her. Peyton is super respectful of...

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Emily H.

Fun Sitter

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am currently looking for a full-time babysitting job. I love children and have worked with 3-13 years olds every summer at Merritt Island Christian School as a camp counselor. I have experience monitoring and guiding large groups of children on field trips and excursions. I enjoy spending time with children and learning from...

Angel C. says "Emily is amazing! My siblings absolutely love her when she watches them! She has so many great ideas to keep children entertained. She is also very...

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Yesenia A.

Kids

Gainesville, FL

4.0(0)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I have been a nanny for over 10 years! I have experience with newborns to toddler and school aged children. I have always kept in contact with most of the families I've worked with. I love my kids and love working with them. It is a never ending learning experience. I also have experience working at two Elementary Schools in...
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Jenna M.

Experienced Part-Time Nanny Available

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jenna. I've been a registered nurse for the past few years, first working in inpatient psychiatry and now settling into a much calmer position at a family medicine clinic. Before going to nursing school at UF, I was a full-time nanny and doula. I have experience with Montessori education, baby-led weaning, safe...

Samantha A. says "Jenna has been great with my one year old son. She takes him on adventures and makes sure his days are full of fun and enriching activities. She cooks...

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Laquinda M.

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I'm currently seeking to assist parents in the Gainesville, FL area who require a babysitter, whether it's a full-time or part-time commitment. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages, from infants to older children. I'm completely comfortable with any age group. I've always had a deep love for children...

Carl D. says "We were very lucky to have Laquinda help us. She is reliable and punctual, and even helped us with the potty training of our toddler. Would hire her again"

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Jennifer H.

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I've been a nanny for more than 10 years now. I was a nanny for a family for 11 years. They started as a family of 3, but grew into a family of six by the end! I have a lot of experience with infants all the way up to teenagers. I also have experience with children with different special needs. For example, I've watched hearing...

Anita W. says "Jennifer is a 10/10 as nanny's go and a gem of a person. She is smart, sweet, and genuinely loves children. She is naturally organized and a hard worker....

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Child care centers in Gainesville, FL

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Natures Elements Preschool

4138 NW 13TH ST GAINESVILLE, FL

5.0(3)

State license verified

Montessori
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Faith based
+ 5 more
Welcome to Nature’s Elements Preschool! At Nature’s Elements Preschool, we believe in nurturing the whole child through a harmonious blend of nature, creativity, and innovation. Located in the heart of Gainesville, FL, our preschool offers a unique learning environment that sets us apart. What We Offer: Holistic...

Care Member says "We absolutely love Nature's Elements! Our son, who is level 2 autistic, was welcomed with open arms after being kicked out of another daycare. The staff...

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Abacus Learning Center

5205 SW 91ST DR GAINESVILLE, FL

5.0(2)

State license verified

Child care
At Abacus Learning Center, we believe learning should be a happy and rewarding experience for children! Our foundation is built upon developing partnerships between parents and teachers. This mutual relationship offers a strong educational foundation and optimal care for every child. Abacus Learning Center has received Green...

Maureen V. says "We started with Abacus last year after a rough experience with another preschool provider. Abacus was different in all of the best ways. What drew us...

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Kiddie Academy of Gainesville, FL

6476 SW 75TH ST GAINESVILLE, FL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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O2B Kids Newberry Park

12186 NW 7TH PL GAINESVILLE, FL

5.0(2)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Kindergarten
We prepare your child for Kindergarten Success. Opening Spring 2022, O2B Kids Newberry Park will be our 6th location in the Gainesville, Florida area. Serving Infants, Toddlers, Pre-K, & VPK children, this preschool will provide a literacy-rich environment with highly-trained staff to create a superior program that will help get...

Care Member says "O2B Kids Newberry Park has been a place my child can be successful in a small afterschool group. They have been able to get to know him and his needs. "

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7437 - La Petite Academy of Gainesville

2755 SW ARCHER RD GAINESVILLE, FL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
At La Petite Academy of Gainesville, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Gainesville, FL. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time,...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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  • 526 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.7

Recent child care reviews from local parents in Gainesville, FL

Child Care Providers in Gainesville, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews of the 526 listed child care providers

Andrea H.

My daughters loved her. She was comfortable playing games with them. She was also good with our two Chihuahuas. We hope she will babysit for...

- Sarah F.

Ashna P.

Ashna is great and very reliable!

- Roger And Darcy P.

Jayda J.

Love love Jayda! Crafts with the kids, like family.

- Bobbi G.

Common questions about child care in Gainesville, FL

Child care costs in Gainesville, FL can vary widely based on the type of care your family needs, your child’s age, and the schedule you’re looking for. Hourly rates often differ for nannies, babysitters, and other child care providers, with higher costs typically associated with infant care, multiple children, or full-time support. Many families start by estimating their budget with the Care.com child care cost calculator and then explore how rates compare across care types by reviewing average child care costs to better understand what to expect.
Families in Gainesville, FL can choose from several child care options based on their schedule, budget, and the level of consistency they need. Many families work with nannies who provide regular, in-home care and support daily routines, while others rely on babysitters for part-time, after-school, or occasional care. Some households may also consider live-in nannies, which can be a good fit for families who need extended coverage or more flexible hours. Additional options may include caregivers who help with school pick-ups, homework, meals, or bedtime routines. Understanding the full range of possibilities can make it easier to find the right fit, and a complete list of child care options can help families compare care types and responsibilities.
Finding reliable child care in Gainesville, FL often starts with clearly defining your family’s needs, such as schedule, budget, and the type of care that works best for your children. Many families compare caregiver experience, availability, and reviews from other parents before scheduling interviews or trial days. It can also help to divide the search and evaluation process between caregivers or partners, especially when juggling busy schedules, and some families take a more organized approach to finding child care together. Taking time to ask thoughtful questions, check references, and discuss expectations upfront can help ensure a dependable and long-term care match.
When choosing a child care provider in Gainesville, FL, it’s important to look for experience with your child’s age group, a caregiving style that aligns with your family’s values, and clear communication habits. Many families also consider reliability, flexibility with schedules, and how comfortable the provider is handling daily routines like meals, naps, and activities. Reviewing references, reading feedback from other families, and having open conversations about expectations can help you assess trust and fit. A provider who is attentive, consistent, and responsive can make a meaningful difference in your child’s day-to-day care.
When interviewing a child care provider in Gainesville, FL, focus on questions that help you understand how they would care for your child in real-life situations. Many families ask about experience with specific age groups, how a provider handles discipline, routines, and unexpected challenges, and what a typical day of care looks like. It’s also helpful to discuss communication preferences, reliability, and comfort with responsibilities like meals or transportation. Asking thoughtful babysitter interview questions and following proven tips for interviewing nannies can help you feel more confident as you compare candidates and move toward a hiring decision.

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