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Hire church child care for your children’s ministry

Hire experienced church child care in Lakeland, FL

Q: How much does it cost to hire church child care in Lakeland?

It’s totally free to search caregivers and post jobs on SitterTree. When you’re ready to book your child care provider, you’ll pay a small service fee. Or, purchase multiple bookings in advance for a discount. Then, pay your church sitter an hourly rate after each job. No contracts or commitments. Learn more.

Q: Can paid church child care in Lakeland work with my volunteers?

Absolutely, many churches on SitterTree use a combination of volunteers and paid child care to support their children’s ministry. You’ll find church child care providers that act as an extension of your team—helping with snack time, activities, clean-up and more.

Q: Can I book the same church sitter every week?

Yes! The best way to book consistent care is to select sitters as ‘Favorites’. Your Favorites will be notified every time you post a job so they can apply. Post jobs in advance to ensure Favorites block their calendars for you.

Q: How long will it take for church sitters in Lakeland to apply?

In most locations, church sitters will apply to your job within hours. If SitterTree is new to your area, expect applicants within 1-2 weeks.

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Extra hands for your children's ministry in Lakeland, FL

44 church sitters located near Lakeland

$22.38/hr avg church child care rate in Lakeland

Rates on SitterTree as of 9/12/26

97% 5-star reviews in Lakeland

Church sitters for every need

Services

Book one-time or recurring sitters to support your children’s ministry.

Programs

Support families with child care for small groups, classes, and parents’ morning out.

Events

Get extra hands for volunteer training, and appreciation events.

Holidays

Book sitters for Christmas Eve, Easter, and other special services.

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Safety is our priority

Helping churches and sitters build trust

Sitters complete important safety steps to join SitterTree.

Verify their identity
Pass an annual background check
Complete a child care profile

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Find specialty church child care providers in Lakeland, FL with badges

Looking for church child care with special certifications? Use badges to easily find sitters with relevant skills and training.

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Abuse Prevention Certification

Completion of online training through Ministry Safe, Sacred Spaces, Darkness to Light, or other reputable organizations.

Disability Care Certification

Certified to work with children with special needs. Credentials include RBT, ABA, BCBA, Special Education teaching certificate, and more.

CPR Certification

Certified by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

How it works

Get booked and get paid the easy way

Search babysitters

Create a free account to post a job and browse church sitters in Lakeland.

View applicants

View applicant profiles and read reviews from other Lakeland churches.

Book and pay

Book the applicant you like best. Then, pay securely in the app.

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Why daycare teachers and subs choose SitterTree

Made just for Lakeland churches

Experienced sitters

Find extra hands with church nursery experience.

Avoid volunteer burnout

Add support without stretching your team.

Easy, secure payments

Complete payment in-app, no payroll hassle.

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Over 1,646 churches choose SitterTree

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SitterTree has been a lifesaver for Peachtree Church. Every week I am met with incredible sitters who are competent, capable and who really enjoy what they are doing.

Knowing that SitterTree works tirelessly to support us as a church has made all the difference. I could not be more thankful to have SitterTree as part of our church team.

Ashley G.

Peachtree Church

I lead the special needs ministry for a large church. We rely on weekly help from sitters we book on SitterTree. The app makes it easy to connect with sitters in our area who have experience working with children with disabilities. We now have several Favorites who we book consistently. SitterTree has been a wonderful resource for our ministry.