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1,407 babysitters are listed in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Fort Lauderdale, FL
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two wonderful boys. I was never able to finish my teaching career in my country (Argentina). I have Early Childhood and CPR certifications. I love kids. I have newborns and twins experience. Also, I am did work in Sundays school. I am looking for a nice family to work for, because I like to have a good...
Graciela can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"She is a caring and kind person. She adores children, and is very nurturing"
Elizabeth C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Smart, reliable, humorous, caring... those are just a few words to describe me. I believe that it is important to engage with children during babysitting, we will do arts and crafts, puzzles, painting, dress up, or board games.
Need a day off? A night out? Overnight sitter?
I am available for babysitting evenings, weekends,...
Adriana can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We are so glad to have Adriana as our babysitter! Adriana is always on time, very reliable, and most importantly - our kids love her! We are so glad we found her on Care.com!"
Samantha Z.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm a reliable and responsible person, with 15+ years of experience babysitting. I'm the oldest of 4 kids. As a little girl I was always helping with my siblings, and as I got older, I started having more responsibilities. My youngest sibling was born when I was 12 and I spent most of my formative years helping raise him....
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laura is fantastic! My 4yo son gets super excited when Laura is coming. She's dependable, caring and always very helpful. She's smart and a quick thinker which makes me feel comfortable that she can handle any situation. She's athletic and very energetic, but calm...
Hanna H.
5.0
(4)
Hi there, I'm Albany, a neuroscience and philosophy double major at FIU. Currently leading a student-run organization focused on neuroscience research benefiting children in Latin America. With over six years of experience as a tutor and babysitter, I find joy in assisting children and their families. Fluent in English, Spanish,...
5.0
"Albany was willing to help me understand tough concepts. The biggest thing is patience which she was great at!"
Laydette F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Whitney and I have been a babysitter for about 6 years now! I have lots of experience with kids ages 3 months -9 years! I just recently graduated from fau with my degree in early care education and i'm in grad school at FIU for communication and science disorders ( speech pathology). I live in Fort Lauderdale (...
Whitney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Whitney has been so great with my son and even with our dog. She is really flexible and able to work with our schedule, which we had a very hard time finding someone able to do this. She has great communication and will send me pictures / videos. My son is...
Krystian D.
Daniela L.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Daniela and I'm currently a student at FIU. I am offering child care, senior care, and household services. I love being a babysitter and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids (including twins!) since I was 15 years old. My responsibilities have included driving to/from school, crafts,...
Daniela can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"We had the pleasure of working with Daniela while on vacation in FLL over Christmas break. She helped care for our 11-month baby and 2.5-year-old toddler over several days. She was lovely, dependable and great with the kiddos. We would definitely hire her again!"
Elise W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience caring for children, pets and the elderly. As far as childcare, I am a certified childcare professional. I have experience as a school age paraprofessional, also I have experience as a pre-school teacher. I have done crafts daily, read books, and sing too many students along with potty training...
Sherika can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Sherika is a very talented and dynamic woman! I appreciated here perceptive intelligence. Accuracy and communication are important to her."
Brenda S.
Carrie A.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$20-28/hr • 4 yrs exp
Looking Forward To Caring For Your Kids To The Best Of My Ability!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I hope this message finds you and your kiddos well.
My name is Carrie A, and I am hoping to interest you in letting me care for your kids in the most efficient way.
I worked with infants to toddlers for over a year. I also tutored kids, and did babysitting for a couple summers in high school. I am experienced with...
Carrie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Carrie is a wonderful nanny. She made us feel very comfortable leaving our 6 month old baby with her.
Our baby was always happy when she came to our house and she was happy when she left as well. She did a very good job!
She sent us texts throughout the day to...
Care member
Belkis M.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
I have a minimum of 15 years of babysitting experience. I have worked caring for children at church, school, family, friends and community . I am a very fun and loving person, as well as Extremely responsible. More about me, I speak fluently Spanish and English, I love animals especially my Yorkie Terrier. I also enjoy a lot of...
Belkis can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"For now, I have only interviewed Belkis. I ended up choosing another nanny because it seemed like a better option for our family, but I was very happy to keep Belkis as a backup option because she seemed very capable of taking care of young children. I look forward...
Monika C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Megan and I have been working with children for as long as I can remember (babysitting, full-time childcare, tutoring, and teaching). I am an experienced teacher (12 years experience with my Masters Degree in education) and mom to a 16-month-old. I have my own car, reliable resources, and a flexible schedule. I...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Megan did such an amazing job with our 3 year old grandson. Everyday was full of adventure and educational as well. She helped him cross the potty training threshold! She was always on time and kept in touch with me continuously with any questions I had or she had....
Elizabeth L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified teacher. I recently retired. My degrees are in Education and Special Education. Over my career I have worked with children who were toddlers until college age. I am kind, caring, patient, animated, and always developed a great rapport with children. I am a visual artist too and can work with your child with arts...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Melissa was phenomenal nanny with my two daughters.she cared for my children when they were six months old until they turned two years old . Melissa weaned my children from milk to regular food .she is an excellent cook and prepared and fed them only healthy meals...
Avshalim A.
5.0
(3)
I absolutely love kids and enjoy babysitting! Pets part of the family? No problem, I'm also an animal lover! I have over 6 years of baby sitting experience, non smoker and have reliable transportation to assist with pickup/drop off and/or errands. Also babysit for families on vacation at hotels/resorts and for occasional date...
Gabriela can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Gabriela es responsable y mis hijos les encanta estar con ella. Me ha ayudado a recojer mis ninos de la escuela y cuidarlos."
Miriam C.
Danell P.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Are You In Need Of Child Care Or A House Cleaner? I'm Experienced With Both :)
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am new to Florida! My name is Danell and I am 26 years old with a high school diploma. I was a straight A student in school & I graduated high school early in January 2015. I have been babysitting on & off for about 10 years now. Babysitting is a huge passion of mine, I absolutely adore kids & I enjoy being apart of...
Danell can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Danell worked for us part time for about a year and a half. My son adored her. She was very reliable and trustworthy!"
Carisa G.
Andrea H.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Andrea and I have been babysitting and nannying for about 10 years. I have experience with kids ranging from newborn to 13 years old. I love taking kids outdoors for fun activities, doing arts and crafts, reading, making up games and so much more! I'm also used to over nights and responsibilities such as pickups...
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Andrea has a very cheery disposition and was good one on one with my 2 year old daughter. She was always on time and pretty reliable considering she also worked full time."
Cate D.
Madison D.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi i'm Madison I've been nannying/babysitting consistently for around 2 years now! I have a job currently, so I would be available for date nights! Thank you :)
5.0
"Madison was available for a last minute job and has been a reliable babysitter ever since. My daughter loves her and I highly recommend her."
Tina H.
Rebecca M.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$15-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello !
My name is Rebecca and I am a recent graduate from Queens College with a studio art/art education major pre-k-12. What made me love children and seniors was working with them in community houses/ nursing homes, after-school programs and babysitting my brother, cousins and neighbors since I was a young teen. Through these...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I hired Rebecca to take care of my 5-years old son. My boy really loved being with her, he said it was fun to read and make his homework with her. She always followed the rules, she was always on time, my son was always fed and put to sleep on time. I recommend...
Iuliia K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madison and I am a certified/ licensed occupational therapist. I am an experienced and certified preschool teacher. I am CPR certified and I also have my Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. I was previously employed at a Montessori school and worked in the classroom for about 5 years. I have been...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison is extremely dependable. My husband and I work shift schedules and she is very flexible with our changing hours. Our girls love Madison! "
Alexandra J.
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember, from close family friends and family members children. When babysitting, my job would consist of feeding the children either from meals the parents always provided or cooking small/easy meals for them. I also would be responsible for making sure the child is bathed depending...
5.0
"Shanice was more than helpful on numerous occasions when it came to helping me with my 3 boys. She was on time with picking them up from school and getting them back home and helping with their homework. My 5 year old loves when she would help him with his...
Shauntae S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a mom of two amazing boys (ages 10 & 12) with some late afternoon/evening hours to spare. I started babysitting when I was 12 and worked as a nanny while attending college. I ADORE children and have tons of patience and imagination. I am very conscientious and fully understand the responsibilities of caring for kids of...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Sarah was wonderful, prompt and kept me updated on how my baby was doing. "
Care member
Natali T.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$36/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Natali, and I am a current student at FGCU. I love kids and being around them, I have experience working at summer camps, church camps, and babysitting through care. I would love to have consistent work, be around the same kids, and build close relationships with them as well as the parents. I have a car, so I am able...
Natali can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Super good with the kids and the family. She was always on time and we really enjoyed having her in our home."
Care member
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Graciela S.
5.0
She is a caring and kind person. She adores children, and is very nurturing
- Elizabeth C.
Adriana D.
5.0
We are so glad to have Adriana as our babysitter! Adriana is always on time, very reliable, and most importantly - our kids love her! We are so glad we found her on Care.com!
- Samantha Z.
Laura C.
5.0
Laura is fantastic! My 4yo son gets super excited when Laura is coming. She's dependable, caring and always very helpful. She's smart and a quick thinker which makes me feel comfortable that she can handle any situation. She's athletic and very energetic, but calm and centered at the same time.
I...
- Hanna H.
Albany M.
5.0
Albany was willing to help me understand tough concepts. The biggest thing is patience which she was great at!
- Laydette F.
Whitney B.
5.0
Whitney has been so great with my son and even with our dog. She is really flexible and able to work with our schedule, which we had a very hard time finding someone able to do this. She has great communication and will send me pictures / videos. My son is extremely clingy to me and she does so...
- Krystian D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fort Lauderdale, FL:
How can I find a Fort Lauderdale babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Fort Lauderdale, 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 1,407 babysitters in Fort Lauderdale, 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.
How much do babysitters charge in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
The average rate for Fort Lauderdale, FL babysitters on Care.com is $18.29 per hour as of May 2024. 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Fort Lauderdale, FL through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.
Ratings for Fort Lauderdale, FL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Fort Lauderdale, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 839 reviews of the 1,407 listed babysitters.