Sittercity helps Longwood families find the best child care providers

Hi everyone! My name is Alysia, and I'm looking to start babysitting as a side gig while gaining valuable childcare experience. While this is new for me in a professional setting, I've babysat for family, friends, and neighbors, and I have people who can vouch for me if needed. I'm 21, have an Associate's in Arts, and plan to continue my education by earning my Bachelor's in Clinical Psychology at UCF. I'm also working toward becoming a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), and I'm CPR, First Aid, and AED certified through the American Red Cross. Babysitting is a great way for me to build experience for my future career and do something I truly enjoy. I'm responsible, caring, and easy to communicate with. I'm available for date nights, weekends, part-time care, or other flexible arrangements. My starting rate is $14/hr, but I'm happy to discuss depending on your needs. Feel free to message me. Thank you for supporting someone new in this field!

Hi, my name is Stephanie and I am a 20 year old student at UCF majoring in Nursing with a minor in Health Science !! I have worked as a babysitter with kids between 9 months - 11 years of age for about 3 years. I started babysitting when I was 15 and babysat my cousin who was around 6 months old. After one Summer of babysitting her for 5 days a week from 7 am - 5 pm, I fell in love with watching and caring for her, and it opened my eyes to the idea of becoming a babysitter. I used to work as a party event monitor for a bounce house company and at one of the events they were hosting I was the monitor. It was for a subdivision near the east side and my job was to make sure that the younger kids were not being trampled by the older kids that would pass by in the neighborhood. There was a little girl who was 2 years old and the bounce house was very high so she asked me to get in with her; I said yes of course and then got tricked into going several times with her throughout the obstacle course ;). Around the 5th time, her mother came up to me and asked me if I babysat because she saw the way that I interacted with the kids and could tell that I enjoyed it. From that experience, I was able to babysit her 3 and 11 year old daughters. I do have a car and I am certified in CPR and First Aid. My focus is on building trust with your child to be able to create a space that is open and fun. I enjoy making home-cooked meals, playing board games, listening to music, and karaoke, and taking drives to the ice cream shop and park. I am attentive and will work hard to make sure that the time your child and I will spend together will be colorful and entertaining. I look forward to meeting you and your family !! <3

Hi! I’m Lina. I was born and raised in Cartagena, Colombia. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Education with a concentration in English. I taught English as a second language to little kids for 5 years in bilingual schools in Colombia.One of my favorite parts of working with kids is discovering their unique personalities and talents. In addition, I received training in Positive Discipline which helps young children to learn the importance of belonging and social-emotional skills. Now, I’m living in the States. I’m a creative, responsible, and dedicated person. I love traveling and learning about different cultures. I also enjoy playing board games and outdoor activities . I take my responsibility to you and yours very seriously, always mindful and with respect. My last nanny experience was with an 8-month baby girl and a 3-year-old boy. We used the app Kinedu on a daily basis. This app allowed me to implement activities that support the kid’s milestones accordingly. Currently only available on weekends.

Hi, My name is Nydia, I’m a 40 years old, college educated, experienced sitter, CPR and first aid certified. I started my childcare journey, as many of us do, by taking care of children in my neighborhood during date nights. I also helped them with homework and even tagged along as an extra set of hands during weekend trips. One of these families became a huge part of my life. A blended family, they had 6 kids between them, ages ranging from 1 to 9 years old. Needless to say it was hectic, never a dull moment and I enjoyed every minute of it. The oldest girl recently graduated college(How time flies!). I still keep in touch with them and I am beyond grateful for the opportunity they gave me to become part of their family. The experience I had with them confirmed that childcare was something I wanted to do long term. I am very active with the children I take care of. Whether it be through games, storytelling, crafts, sports... I ensure the activities we share encourage their imagination and serve as a tool in their development while they also enjoy themselves. I find that working with children brings out the best in me and makes my life a lot more fulfilling. I strive to be as big of a positive influence to them as they are to me. Looking forward to hearing from you. Thank you, Nydia

Love children, aim to please the family. Have enjoyed being a nanny for 8 years now. Live in the Dr. Phillips area. Looking for a permanent full-time position with a loving and caring family.

Hi! My name is Brittany residing in winter springs but from the gloomy state of New jersey. I come from a large family and I am currently at Valencia , to receive my bachelors in business, and eventually a masters in HR. I've been taking care of kids since I was 12 years old. I have over 10 years experience in nannying and babysitting and can establish long term relationships with your children! I love providing a loving, caring environment for children at your home My experience has been a wide range of ages from 3 weeks- 14 years. This includes other nanny/babysitting positions working with, multiples, kids with behavior and social issues. also including maintaining upkeep of the home, meal prep and transportation. Finding someone you trust with your child is tough, so why not make it a little easier by hiring me! I am very active and love doing things with your child/children will enjoy. Including playing sports outside or staying in and baking! looking forwarding to becoming apart of your family and your home!

Hello! My name is Olivia and I have been babysitting for the past 9 years and consistently over the past eight. I am very reliable, patient, understanding, and hardworking. I also love to have fun and love coming up with new things to do. In addition to experience, I have various certifications such as CPR, First Aid, and Stop the Bleed among others. With all of this combined I am able to create a safe, fun, nurturing environment for kids. I also have several references and a car if needed.

My name is Carolyn Richard, and I currently live in Orlando, Florida. I graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2012 and have been a full time nanny ever since. My extensive experience in elementary education as well as my passion for creating a stimulating environment for growth and development makes me a stand out nanny. I enjoy guiding children through their developmental milestones and learning what peaks their interests. I take pride in creating educational activities centered around their interests. I have had the pleasure of student teaching in several classrooms from kindergarten to high school special needs. I put a lot of emphasis on exploring outdoors, creating, and reading. I am a crafty person and love to create as well as garden. I also enjoy baking and cooking, and I excel at coming up with hands on learning activities. I am an organized person that enjoys creating a schedule that can flow seamlessly. My childcare philosophy is to teach kindness. I am friendly but firm on the rules and happy to explain to children why it is important to follow the rules and maintain their safety. I like to teach kids through fun activities that capture their interests. I also teach personal responsibilities and manners. My goal is to help raise kind and capable humans that can effectively express themselves and learn to help care for themselves.

I am disciplined, reliable, patient, and very responsible. I am CPR certified as well. I have my own means of transportation. I can handle basic household responsibilities including cooking, cleaning, laundry, etc. My favorite part of caring for children is building relationships and watching them grow.

With over 25 years of experience in childcare, I possess a wealth of knowledge and expertise in caring for children of all ages. As a mother of two daughters, I have a personal understanding of the importance of providing a safe, structured, and nurturing environment that fosters both emotional and physical well-being. I am CPR and First Aid certified, equipping me with the necessary skills to respond confidently in emergency situations. In addition, I have reliable transportation, ensuring punctuality and flexibility to help with your family. You can trust that your children will be cared for with the utmost responsibility, attention, and respect in a manner that aligns with your values and routines. My strengths: -Over 25 years of hands-on childcare experience Mother of two daughters – practical, real-world parenting expertise. -CPR and First Aid certified for peace of mind -Reliable transportation for school runs, activities, and appointments -Skilled in organizing engaging and age-appropriate activities -Experienced in maintaining organized households and daily routines -Proficient in preparing and packing for family trips and outings -Supportive in achieving child milestones, also potty training and nap schedules -Willing to assist with light housekeeping, errands, and household tasks -Excellent multitasker – calm, efficient, and dependable under pressure