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Teagan S.

Child Care Experience

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Teagan and I am a current college student. I have been a babysitter for about 5 years now. I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, kids, and pre-teens. I also have experience caring for special-needs children. I am trained in first aid. I have reliable transportation and a flexible schedule.

Sarah B. says "My daughter absolutely loves when she comes over ! Asks for her to come back again !"

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Kelli S.

Experienced, Trustworthy, Caring And Reliable Nanny!

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I currently care for a 2-year-old and looking for another infant/toddler to join us in SW Gainesville. Full time (40+ hours), M-F, 7 am-6 p.m. to start right away (Oct. 2024). I have over 19 years professional experience & lots of wonderful references! I have worked for many families in Longleaf, Mentone, Willow Oak, Haile; as...

Emily D. says "Kelli took care of my daughter from 3 months until 1 year until we left Gainesville. I honestly can't say enough good things about Kelli. Kelli is truly...

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Mary S.

Over 20 Years Of Experience With Elderly With Dementia Special Needs And Overall Care

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have 20 years of experience of cna/ caregiver companion . I can help with light housekeeping, grocery shopping , doctors appointments or in a home or assisted living facility care. I've lived in Gainesville over 30 years and I've dealt with several different kinds of health issues with my clients. I love working with the...

Care Member says " Mary has deep knowledge of elders’ physical, mental and emotional needs. Her education, kindness, emotional intelligence, and endless...

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Meredith K.

Nurturing, Creative Care For Your Children And Pets. Part To Full-time Availability.

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
As a childcare provider with over half a dozen years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children and supporting families. My reserved nature allows me to fit seamlessly into your family's routine. I believe in open communication and will provide regular updates on your child's day, using your preferred method. When...

Aymee R. says "Meredith is dependable, educated, loving and patient, we love her! She took care of our baby boy and we were very happy with her during the time that she...

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Karol P.

Experienced And Caring Babysitter Available For Your Family!

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Karol. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Family, Youth, and Community Sciences from the University of Florida. While I currently work full-time, I enjoy babysitting in my free time to earn extra money for my passion-traveling. I am experienced, responsible, and love working with children. I am typically available on...

Carle A. says "Karol was very helpful, very punctual and great with my baby. She followed instructions well and was very pleasant. I highly recommend her. "

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Cheyenne L.

Postpartum Care Expert

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
For starters, I am 23 years old, I have been nannying since 2020, and I have experience with all sorts of families and children. I graduated in Fall 2022 with my B. S. in Public Health. Over the years, I have learned so much about language development, health, and little tips and tricks to make life easier. During my...

Paul P. says "Cheyenne is excellent and we recommend her highly. She has watched our initially infant son from two to seven months and continuing. She has been...

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Andrea N.

Energetic And Caring Nanny And Pet Sitter

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 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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Kayla O.

A Thoughtful And Caring Babysitter

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Kayla and I have been working with children for the past 9 years. I am a friendly, caring, responsible, hardworking, and an outgoing person. In high school I babysat and tutored for several different families. I started working at GHF when I was 16. I worked my way up to Supervisor where I managed up to 8...

Erin R. says "Kayla was wonderful with our girls! She was always punctual, communicative, and friendly. She was super interactive with our girls, bringing along craft...

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Michele A.

Loving Nanny With Over 10 Years Experience.

Gainesville, FL

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Michele, and I have a deep passion for caring for children. I am certified in CPR, AED, and First Aid, and I bring over 10 years of experience working as a nanny for children of all ages. I genuinely enjoy my work, and I would love the opportunity to meet your family. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you...

Care Member says "We’ve had the pleasure of having Michele as our nanny for our baby from the age of 4 months to 10 months, and it has been an incredibly positive...

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Laquinda M.

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Mckenzie L.

Hi, I'm McKenzie & I Love Helping Children & Want To Earn Money For College Tuition By Helping!

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hello, I am McKenzie, I currently moved here from Fort Myers, FL I am originally from IL. I worked at a daycare from 2016 to 2020, then worked for the school district until recently, when I came to Gainesville! I worked with special education when I was with the school. I have tons of experience with children ages newborn to...

Christy C. says "McKenzie is a very young dependent hard-working young lady. When she was watching my little one she was balancing around 8 to 10 different families and...

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Veronica H.

Trustworthy And Reliable, But Also Fun

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Veronica and I am a college student who loves working with children. I have been a counselor at summer camps and love creating a fun and safe environments where children can learn, grow. I always strive to make sure they have a positive and enjoyable experience under my care. I understand that parents are...

Care Member says "My daughter loves Veronica! We’ve used her only a handful of times but she has always been prompt and professional. She has also helped take my bigger...

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Analise D.

Babysitter

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Analise and I am an experienced and dependable child care provider. I hold a bachelor's degree and am currently furthering my education in the health care field. I am a non-smoker and have a dependable vehicle. With a passion for helping children grow and learn in a safe and nurturing environment, I am...

Daniel L. says "After we moved to Boca I hired Anna to watch my 10yo son overnight while I worked. Between her and her roommate my son loved the time he got to spend over...

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Jazlyn Y.

Sitter/Nanny With Over 10 Years Of Experience!

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
**I am currently booking families for Fall 2026 in Gainesville, FL** My name is Jaz, and I've been nannying and babysitting for over 10 years. Caring for children has truly become a passion of mine, and I've loved supporting local families while building meaningful connections within the community. I graduated from the...

Care Member says "Jazlyn was a life-saver for us! She had great communication, showed up early, and was great with the kids. She even got them out of the hotel room so...

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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
Swimming supervision
travel
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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Child care centers in Gainesville, FL

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Gainesville Country Day School

2304 SW 75th Street Gainesville, FL

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Academic
+ 2 more
Gainesville Country Day School is an independent, coeducational, nonsectarian school providing a unique blend of educational programs for children of infants through fifth grade. The school operates on two campuses: the 24th avenue campus houses the elementary school, 4 and 5 year old preschool, and VPK: the Early Childhood...
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Kiddie Academy of Gainesville, FL

6476 SW 75TH ST GAINESVILLE, FL

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...
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7437 - La Petite Academy of Gainesville

2755 SW ARCHER RD GAINESVILLE, FL

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...
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Kid City USA Gainesville

1127 NW 7th Ave Gainesville, FL

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 1 more
We promote the integral development of your children to prepare them as best we can for the challenges that lie ahead in life. At Kid City USA, our goal is to provide a nurturing environment that offers unique experiences to the development of each child. We realize that a child's family is the most important influence on...
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My Little Red Schoolhouse

1544 SW McFarlane Ave Gainesville, FL

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
My Little Red Schoolhouse is a fun and educational place for your child to grow! Our qualified staff is always excited to meet new students. Currently, we are enrolling for VPK, preschool, daycare and aftercare.
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  • 581 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.16/hr as of July 2025

  • 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 164 reviews of the 581 listed child care providers

Teagan S.

My daughter absolutely loves when she comes over ! Asks for her to come back again !

- Sarah B.

Kelli S.

Kelli took care of my daughter from 3 months until 1 year until we left Gainesville. I honestly can't say enough good things about Kelli....

- Emily D.

Mary S.

Mary has deep knowledge of elders’ physical, mental and emotional needs. Her education, kindness, emotional intelligence, and...

- Care member

FAQs for finding child care near you in Gainesville, FL

Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $17.16 per hour as of July 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 506 child care providers near you in Gainesville, FL. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, 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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