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Sarah C.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been working with children since high school. In high school, I babysat children as young as infants. In college, I babysat, tutored, volunteered at an elementary school, volunteered in an infant room at a daycare, and was a live-in nanny for a summer. Since college, I have worked as an educator (first as a special...

Kenya D. says "I am well pleased in choosing Sarah as a sitter for my 19 month old. She responds quickly and is professional. She arrives before time, which is awesome...

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Maya P.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I like working with kids because it is always different everyday, and who doesn't like to encourage and use big imagination! One thing you should know about me is I absolutely love kids and have been babysitting since I was 12, and nannying since I was 16. I will always leave the house cleaner than what you left it! My skills...

Care Member says "Look no further!!! Maya is top notch! We used Maya regularly to watch our kids. She was always on-time, responsible, and connects really well with...

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Priscila M.

Full Time Caregiver Available

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
Hello! My name is Priscila and I'm a career nanny and infant/new born specialized. I started working with children when I was 15, being a volunteer at my church, helping in summer camps and later on, being a babysitter for many families in my community. After some years being a nanny as a side job, I had the opportunity in...

Jessica T. says "Priscila has been a reliable babysitter when we need her for random evening/weekend events. She's great with our 9 month old! "

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Erin S.

Mother Of Three Teenagers, Youth Pastor, And Substitute Teacher K12

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I've been working with kids since I graduated from college. I'm big on helping children reach their milestones. I love to do laundry, crafts, go for walks, and build forts out of blankets. I'd prefer a longterm nanny position. I have three kids, two of whom we adopted from Jamaica. Comfortable with pets, non-smoker. Happy to...

Care Member says "Erin has been our nanny for the past six months, caring for our son since he was 2 months old. She is warm, friendly, and exceptionally skilled with...

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Isabelle T.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Carpooling. I am good with hair for the little girls. I also have three brothers, so I know how to keep the boys occupied as well, playing outside, ect. I am one of five kids and have a ton of little cousins so I have a lot of experience. I have a big car...

Raul M. says "My son had a great time with Isabelle. They did so much in a short period of time. Isabelle was attentive, spent time productively, and most importantly...

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Vladimir M.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a devoted father of three remarkable grown children, I bring over 30 years of experience in nurturing young minds and fostering holistic development. My passion lies in creating an enriching environment that supports the growth of the Mind, Body, and Spirit. Emphasizing the importance of emotional intelligence, physical...

Nik B. says "An Amazing Family Member! From the moment Vlade stepped into our home, he transformed our everyday worries into seamless care and warmth. With a heart...

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Reana K.

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Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Nice to meet you! With over 10 years of hands-on experience as a child caregiver, I take pride in providing nurturing, dependable, and developmentally supportive care. I believe in creating a safe, loving environment where children can thrive and parents feel at ease. I am skilled in establishing routines, engaging children in...

Care Member says "Reana was an absolute blessing for our family! She cared for our 3-month-old with so much love and attention, always ensuring their needs were met while...

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Maria R.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
Graduated with professional degree in Education I have gained years of experience as a teacher and babysitter. I enjoy working with children I love the babies and I am a proud mother of 3. I value being responsible and caring. My work experience as a babysitter is with families in Marietta, Roswell and Acworth in Georgia and,...

Delilah B. says "Maria has been an excellent caregiver to our son for six months now. Our son will be 13 months soon and will be starting daycare as this is what we...

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Jeannette T.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi everyone! My name is Jeannette. I'm currently a senior studying Criminology with a minor in Psychology, and I'm also part of ROTC, working toward becoming an Air Force Officer after college. I'm a former lifeguard, so I'm certified in CPR and first aid-and yes, I'd be happy to take your kiddo swimming if they love the...

Care Member says "Jeanette was so great with my three kids. She managed the tricky bedtime hours, was communicative and punctual and had a great demeanor with the older...

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Mikayla C.

Part- Time Tutor/caregiver Fun-loving And Reliable

Tampa, FL

3.6(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there, welcome to my profile I'm so glad you found me! I am a former early childhood educator. Well vested in extensive early preschool and school age care my duties included feeding, supervising, teaching, and entertaining youth from infants to 12 years of age. I began working with children at the age of 16 and quickly found...

Hafisat O. says "Mikayla is the sweetest baby sitter. My daughter loves her. She watched my 6 month-old baby while I went for an interview. Right from the moment I met...

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Antonieta T.

Mature Sitter

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi My name is Toni. I'm a mother of two college students . I've been babysitting and working as a nanny for 10 years . I enjoy taking care of kids and helping busy parents . I'm a reliable and mature person , have a car and clean driving record , CPR and First Aid trained . I would love to meet you and your children :)

Care Member says "Toni has been exceptional with our 15 month old! She is so active with our daughter and communicates so well throughout the day! She is kind, patient...

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Mykiah A.

Reliable Sitter

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I am very active and responsible and have three years of experience with all different types of age groups. My background comes from years at a daycare and personal experience. I also have experience with different types of behaviours, personalities, and attitudes. I am trustworthy and patient, I love children and always go...

Care Member says "Reliable, caring, energetic and sweet! "

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Olga B.

Easy Going, Hard Worker

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Olga, and I bring 20 years of experience in childcare, including 18 years as the proud owner of a daycare. Working with children has always been a passion of mine because I love helping them learn, grow, and reach their full potential. It's incredibly rewarding to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment...

Care Member says "Olga is very professional, on time, dependable. She has gone above and beyond and even taught my son Spanish. She’s the sweetest, even helps me out with...

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Isabelle S.

7+ Years Exp. Nanny

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hello! My name is Isabelle, and I am a professional nanny with over 7 years of experience providing exceptional care to children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. Throughout my career, I have worked with multiple families in both full-time and part-time roles, gaining a comprehensive understanding of various family...

Care Member says "Isabelle has been fantastic caring for our infant/toddler and dog! She is playful, thoughtful and keeps everything very clean. She easily adapts to new...

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Meghan W.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello ! Thank you for checking out my nanny profile ! I have been doing childcare since I was a young teen, so about 14 years experience with kids. More professionally started doing nanny jobs the past 6 years. I have also worked in restaurants as a server & bartender for 10 years so I am used to high energy & fast pace...

Elizabeth W. says "Meghan has been our full time nanny since our son was 5 months old. She is prompt, reliable, and always goes the extra mile to ensure he is happy,...

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Child care centers in Tampa, FL

Brighter Days LLC

7822 N 56th St Tampa, FL

3.0(2)
Child care
Brighter Days LLC is a childcare provider that serves the community of Tampa FL. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate activities that foster holistic development among children. The center promotes balanced learning by integrating play-based, child-centered, and teacher-centered activities.

Care Member says "Very trustworthy staff and I love the new director R very nice and understanding"

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Elsa's Kids Day Care Center

6315 W Chelsea St Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
Child care
Established in 1990, Elsa's Kids Day Care Center strives to offer a warm environment conducive to child development and growth. It attends to children, as well as their families, of the Tampa, Florida community. It is licensed to accommodate children to a maximum capacity of forty-five children. The Center is operational every...

Frances G says "My son loves his daycare. The teachers and staff are amazing!"

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Love & Glory Learning Center, Inc

4911 N 42nd St Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
Love & Glory Learning Center, Inc is an educational facility that serves the community of Tampa FL. It offers a comprehensive early childhood program and provides developmentally appropriate learning activities that enhance children's emotional, social, physical, and mental abilities. The center promotes balanced learning by...

Charlotte C says "My granddaughter used to go there. She has certain issues that kept her from learning/doing things her age group should have already known. She quickly...

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Paradisa Learning Center Inc

6704 N. HIMES AVENUE Tampa, FL

1.0(1)
Child care
Paradisa Learning Center Inc in Tampa, Florida seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 104 children.
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Academy of Tampa Inc

5511 N 40th St Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
Preschool
Academy of Tampa Inc is an educational facility that serves the community of Tampa FL. It offers an enriching environment and uses child-centered curriculum that foster self-confidence and sense of freedom among children. The center provides balanced learning by integrating recreational activities with academics.

Care Member says "We've had a few of our relatives go here. They have a couple of centers around the tampa area and we recommend this place to people who are looking for...

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  • 2,251 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.04/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.8

Recent child care reviews from local parents in Tampa, FL

Child Care Providers in Tampa, FL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 822 reviews of the 2,253 listed child care providers

Sarah C.

I am well pleased in choosing Sarah as a sitter for my 19 month old. She responds quickly and is professional. She arrives before time,...

- Kenya D.

Maya P.

Look no further!!! Maya is top notch! We used Maya regularly to watch our kids. She was always on-time, responsible, and connects really...

- Care member

Priscila M.

Priscila has been a reliable babysitter when we need her for random evening/weekend events. She's great with our 9 month old!

- Jessica T.

FAQs for finding child care near you in Tampa, FL

Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $19.04 per hour as of October 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.

Care.com currently has 1,936 child care providers near you in Tampa, FL. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Tampa, FL and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Tampa, FL that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.

You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Tampa, FL, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Tampa, FL and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.

Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.

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