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1,431 child care providers are listed in Jacksonville, FL

The average rate is $17/hr as of September 2023

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years

Most recent reviews for child care providers in Jacksonville, FL

Scott G.

5.0

Scott is an incredibly caring person. I have trusted him with my children many times throughout their lives. Now that they are teenagers, they still look to him as a mentor.

- Kim R.

Sharon B.

5.0

Sharon has been helping to care for our 2 elementary aged children (boy & girl) after school and for occasional date nights. Right from the start, she was easily able to step in and form a bond with both children, help them with homework, and provide transportation to & from after school activities....

- James H.

Juan O.

5.0

Juan has been a very dependable caregiver. He helps with dropping and picking my kids up from school, and has always been very reliable, professional and on-time. He has also helped with other jobs around the house, such as wall-fitting my flat-screen TVs, taking care of my pet when we went out of...

- Sushmita D.

Kelsi G.

5.0

Kelsi is a wonderful, caring, responsible individual. She has demonstrated strong skills in keeping and maintaining organization that is helpful to her clients and their children. She has years of child care experience and kids just love her. I would definitely recommend her for any nanny...

- Kim L.

Alexus G.

5.0

Alexus was amazing she did an awesome job with my four-year-old, I'm pretty sure my daughter thinks she has a new best friend now.. My daughter was very comfortable with her and enjoyed her company. She was very punctual and very easy to talk to she communicated well And left me feeling like my...

- January C.

Child care providers in Jacksonville, FL

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Scott G.


Jacksonville, FL

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Mature, Responsible, And Nurturing Father Available For Child Care, Senior Care, & Special Needs

5.0

(8)

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My name is Scott. I am a father of six (ages 13 - 29 years old). I have been a stay home dad several times throughout my life, including while I was an art student (2011-14). I currently work full time (although less in the summer) providing companion care to a young man with autism. Before that, I...
Scott can also help with: Travel, Carpooling

Recent review:

5.0
Scott is an incredibly caring person. I have trusted him with my children many times throughout their lives. Now that they are teenagers, they still look to him as a mentor.

Reviewed by Kim R.

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Sharon B.


Jacksonville, FL

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Child Care

4.4

(7)

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Hi! I am a mother of 2 successful adult sons who light up my world, along with my 4 grandchildren 6, 5, 3 and 3 months. I was a Middle School teacher and volleyball coach for 15 years in Duval County which I really enjoyed and found very rewarding. I stopped teaching and coaching to spend more time...
Sharon can also help with: Travel, Carpooling, Light cleaning

Recent review:

5.0
Sharon has been helping to care for our 2 elementary aged children (boy & girl) after school and for occasional date nights. Right from the start, she was easily able to step in and form a bond with both...

Reviewed by James H.

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Nyja M.


Jacksonville, FL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care.

5.0

(1)

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I'd describe my personality as very outgoing, loving, and cautious. I like working with kids because my mom had 5 kids and it made me enjoy it. Helping her raise them and care for them was the best. I'm looking for a job that is with a caring family that is very conversational . A family that is...
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Mckenzie P.


Jacksonville, FL

$18-29/hr3 yrs exp

child care

5.0

(1)

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Hello Hello! Looking for something that will be frequent but also if not! Available all day, everyday. Open for any morning, day shifts and occasional evenings for babysitting with the exception of Sunday! Grew up raising my brothers; have had multiple babysitting as well as cleaning jobs. Most of...
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Juan O.


Jacksonville, FL

< $10/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care On Demand

5.0

(2)

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I have a girl age 12 years old and a boy age 6. I was a stay-at-home dad till she was 4 years old. Now, 8 years later, I am a stay-at-home dad again. I have watched children from their schools for after school care, for a day, a few hours and during an entire summer. I have been used to pick the...
Juan can also help with: Carpooling, Travel, Grocery shopping, Light cleaning

Recent review:

5.0
Juan has been a very dependable caregiver. He helps with dropping and picking my kids up from school, and has always been very reliable, professional and on-time. He has also helped with other jobs around the...

Reviewed by Sushmita D.

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Kelsi G.


Jacksonville, FL

$19-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Child Care

3.9

(7)

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Growing up in a very large, close knitted family I was always surrounded by cousins. Being the oldest of my two siblings and the oldest cousin on both sides of my parent's families you could say I have been a babysitter/ nanny since as early as I can remember. I loved ever second of it! There was...

Recent review:

5.0
Kelsi is a wonderful, caring, responsible individual. She has demonstrated strong skills in keeping and maintaining organization that is helpful to her clients and their children. She has years of child care...

Reviewed by Kim L.

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Alexus G.


Jacksonville, FL

$14/hr5 yrs exp

Child Care

4.7

(3)

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Hi, my name is Alexus but I go by Lex. I enjoy spending time and playing with kids. I find kids to be really funny and there's nothing like a good laugh. I have 4 years of paid experience with kids but I have been watching my own siblings for 5+ years now. I am also CPR/ First Aide certified.

Recent review:

5.0
Alexus was amazing she did an awesome job with my four-year-old, I'm pretty sure my daughter thinks she has a new best friend now.. My daughter was very comfortable with her and enjoyed her company. She was...

Reviewed by January C.

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Abbi B.


Jacksonville, FL

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time child caregiver, Babysitter

4.4

(9)

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**I will be in Jacksonville area starting in June! Hey, I'm Abbi! I'm 20 years old and a dependable, caring person. I have had a passion for young kids for as long as I can remember and I continued that passion by studying child psychology at UNF, which I just graduated from. I have moved back to...
Abbi can also help with: Travel, Carpooling, Light cleaning

Recent review:

5.0
It was last minute and I needed someone to babysit my 13 month old so I reached out to Abbi. She was punctual, very professional, my son took to her right away. She did a great job! She doesn't say much but she...

Reviewed by Monica N.

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Thelma L.


Jacksonville, FL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Child caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I'm a professional nanny not an ordinary babysitter. I am a child care professional and teacher who provides emotional, intellectual, physical and social growth activity plan for the children. I regularly devote time to keeping parents consistently informed on the children's daily progress while...

Recent review:

5.0
Thelma has been a part of our family since our daughter was six months old. In retrospect, meeting Thelma was one of the luckiest days ever for our family. Thelma's kindness, patience, generosity and love for...

Reviewed by Gabe B.

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Devin C.


Jacksonville, FL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Or Possibly Full-Time Child Caregiver Available

5.0

(2)

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I am a SAHM just looking to lend the hand! I spent the majority of my teens babysitting around my community since a very young age, started with raising my little brother, then came along my nephews and niece, as well dealing with associations like local football and cheer squads and once starting...
Devin can also help with: Travel, Grocery shopping, Light cleaning, Carpooling

Recent review:

5.0
Devin is a wonderful and caring person. She was great with my children. We were very sad she when she had to move away to college. We will definitely be using her when she comes to town.

Reviewed by Candi M.

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Deon G.


Jacksonville, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

A True Woman Of God Here To Care For Gods Little Blessings!

5.0

(5)

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I've been working with children for 18 years. I was working with a wonderful family from January 2018 until the beginning of summer when I had to go on maternity leave. I had twin boys prematurely in July 2018 and I've been caring for them at home fulltime. I always enjoyed working one on one with...

Recent review:

5.0
Very sweet and professional. A pleasure to speak with!

Reviewed by Stephanie F.

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Debra K.


Jacksonville, FL

$18-27/hr10 yrs exp

Day care

4.6

(8)

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I had my own licensed Home Daycare for 10 years. I love children and my grandchildren are spoiled by me. My daycare children love me to this day and I love them back always. I am retired and looking for part time positions where I can help a family out and enjoy being with a little one.

Recent review:

5.0
Debbie (aka Didi) is just wonderful. She is dependable, kind, and knows a lot about babies and children. She cared for our daughter from 3 months- 1 year old and did an excellent job; it made the transition...

Reviewed by Kerri L.

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Kourtney H.


Jacksonville, FL

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

5.0

(1)

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Hello! As a current middle school science teacher who will be free during the summer months, I would love to help your family out and care for your little ones! Not only do I love spending time with children, but I would be more than happy to assist in meal prep, light housekeeping,...

Recent review:

5.0
Kourtney was so friendly and kind. She got along great with our two year old daughter, and she aced bedtime which can be so tricky. Thank you!!

Reviewed by Andrea H.

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Lana L.


Jacksonville, FL

$14/hr3 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

5.0

(1)

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Hi, My name is Lana, and I truly enjoy being around children. I am currently 20 years old and am in my 3rd year of College. I attend the University of North Florida and will be starting nursing school in January! My goal is to hopefully become a pediatric nurse. I currently am employed at Duval...

Recent review:

5.0
Lana is WONDERFUL! Not only do my two kids love her, but I really do too. She is genuinely kind, always thinking of my girls, even when she isn't with them, keeps them entertained, safe, remembers and does...

Reviewed by Alexandra G.

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Jara E.


Jacksonville, FL

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

Caring And Reliable Caregiver!

5.0

(2)

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Hi! I have 2+ years of experience working as a sitter, however I've been the family babysitter for years lol! I'm a very reliable, patient, and multitasking individual. I have always enjoyed working with kids, and I have experience working with special needs as well. I'm CPR certified as I'm a CNA...
Jara can also help with: Travel, Light cleaning

Recent review:

5.0
Best caregiver I've had to date! Very sweet and helpful. She's reliable and fulfilled all my requests. I'll definitely be booking again!

Reviewed by Carlos O.

Child care centers in Jacksonville, FL

5.0

(1)

The Early Learners VIllage, LLC

5154 San Juan Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32210

Starting at $140/wk

Description:

It is the mission of The Early Learners Village, LLC to provide a safe, developmentally appropriate environment for toddlers, preschool, and school age children. Our focus is to provide a stimulating early care...

Recent review:

5.0
This is the best Daycare! My children look forward to going to school everyday. The teachers communicate with the parents through a weekly folder, and ALL of my children's clothes are returned.

Reviewed by Kiyonna T

5.0

(1)

Growing Minds Academy

5800 Ricker Road, Jacksonville, FL 32210

Costimate: $137/wk

Description:

Growing Minds Academy offers low priced, high quality child care. We strive to make our center feel like you and your child's home away from home.

Recent review:

5.0
My girls have attended Growing Minds Academy from 2018-2021. The daycare, VPK and private school programs have allowed my girls to thrive and blossom even through the pandemic. The staff is amazing and caring....

Reviewed by Lverret

1.0

(1)

St Stephen Child Care Learning Center

1525 N Davis St, Jacksonville, FL 32209

Costimate: $114/wk

Description:

St Stephen is a child care facility in Jacksonville, FL that meets the needs of the academic, social, and emotional development of kids. They instill in children a solid Christian Education with a desire to...
5.0

(2)

Palmer Large Family Child Care Home

1931 College Cir N, Jacksonville, FL 32209

Costimate: $114/wk

Description:

Palmer Large Family Child Care Home in Jacksonville, FL features developmentally appropriate programs and educational experiences that teach the necessary skills. They promote good feelings of self-worth and...

Recent review:

5.0
Palmer daycare is one the best daycare in the city .Mrs.Palmer hold two degrees and certified in prekindergarten. All of niece and cousin , attended Palmer large daycare, when they leave her center , they are...

Reviewed by Charmaine T

1.0

(1)

ABUNDANTLY LOVED EARLY PRESCHOOL ACADEMY, INC.

5844 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32205

Costimate: $122/wk

Description:

Abundantly Loved Early Preschool Academy, Inc. in Jacksonville, Florida seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development....

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Average Rating4.6 / 5

Child Care Providers in Jacksonville, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 1,072 reviews of the 1,431 listed child care providers.