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129 babysitters are listed in La Mesa, CA
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in La Mesa, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Michelle and I am a licensed occupational therapist. I am currently working a full time job M-F 8-430, therefore have limited availability. I have babysat children ranging in ages from 1-month-old to 12 years old. While completing my bachelors degree, I was a live in nanny for two boys ages 9 and 12. During college I...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Michelle is a fantastic babysitter. Our kids loved her and she was always easy to work with. I would highly recommend her!"
Katie R.
Elizabeth T.
La Mesa, CA
$30-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Liz, I Am An Athletic, Fun Nanny And Babysitter Who Loves To Teach, And Tutor!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, and fun!
I like working with kids because I find it very rewarding to help guide them to do something new, such as a hard math problem, a handstand, or an authentic apology.
I'm looking for a job that is stable and flexible all at the same time while feeling tight for me and the...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were extremely fortunate to have Liz for 9 months. She is in, in a word, magical. First, Liz is not a career nanny - she is actually a multi-talented acrobat. She is very active and got along swimmingly with our older daughter (6) and toddler (1 when started)....
Shermin D.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Shyra. I have a Bachelor's degree in child development and also a child development teachers permit. I have worked with children ages 5 months to 7 years with 3 years of experience being a nanny. I also have experience working with children in a preschool setting including working with children on the spectrum....
Shyra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Shyra was great! She helped watch our 17 month old, and was patient, gentle, and caring. I highly recommend her, and look forward to hiring her again in the future."
Angeles F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love being a babysitter and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids (including twins!) since I was 10 years old. My responsibilities have included driving to/from school, crafts, tutoring, dance lessons, running errands. I am warm-hearted, energetic and enjoy spending my time reading, crafting and playing...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lovely, friendly and great with my 18 month old. Will hire again"
Ekaterina Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Bri, I'm 20! I'm looking to babysit, on an as-needed basis. I have experience in childcare and coaching. I was a gymnastics coach and did childwatch for all ages. I have a car, have babysat plenty of times, and have taken courses in child development. I am confident in my ability to look after & care for children of all...
Briana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"We hired Briana for a recurring baby sitting position and she was so easy to contact and responsive. She was able to start sooner than we anticipated which saved us from having to deal with finding a family member to help. She is very up front with what works for...
Shannon D.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience caring for the disabled; both of my parents were in wheelchairs. They taught me patience and gratitude. I started babysitting at a very young age. I am energetic, fun-loving, reliable, and committed. I love playing games, doing arts & crafts, playing outdoors, and love nature. I have experience with...
Jan can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We only had Jan for a short time due to a change in circumstance but she was wonderful! She watched our 5 month old twin babies and was so sweet with them and our older children. She was extremely flexible and was more than willing to follow our schedules and...
Ashley D.
5.0
(3)
I have two grown sons with autism. Besides raising special needs children, I have cared for other children and adults with various special needs. I also work with elderly people with visual impairments, stroke, diabetes and other challenges.
5.0
(5)
I have two dogs that bring joy to my life.
I enjoy walking dogs and overnight pet sitting. I have cared for dogs, cats, rabbits and birds. I have given medication by your instruction. I am not a certified vet technician
Nancy can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Nancy is the best! She is trustworthy, very reliable and most importantly, loves our dogs. She quickly established a great connection with our two dogs and has provided the best care for them (and our house). I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone...
Angela M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I feel that it is important that people have the option to remain in their homes, with appropriate supports, as long as it is a viable option. I assist people with social activities, coordinate their bills and paperwork, help with pets, act as a travel companion (USA), advocate for their needs and make periodic checks on...
Nancy can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services
5.0
"Nancy is a very bright and compassionate woman. She also used common sense and was always concerned with my mom's health and safety. We trusted her to drive our mom to Dr. appointment\ts and give us the correct info after the appointment. She got along well with...
Michele G.
Valerie T.
La Mesa, CA
$19/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I worked in a daycare for 3 years as an assistant teacher. I took care of children of all ages (6 weeks to 5-year-olds) I have been a nanny for 6 years. The last family I was nanny for in Chicago, I was with them for 4 years! Worked at an at home daycare for about 7 months before I moved to California. I was with a nanny family...
Valerie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My wife and I interviewed Valerie and she is an amazing individual. Her personality is what did it for us. She has this bubbly, funny and energetic way to her and we look forward to her starting tomorrow.
Mark D."
Mark D.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Addison, and I'm currently a freshman at Grossmont College. I'm a photographer, and I'm passionate in animal rescue. I've been babysitting on and off for about five years now for kids of all different ages and personalities. I have taken a few courses on babysitting, and am CPR certified. Your child's safety and...
Addison can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Addison has been babysitting my kids for more than five years. She is kind, respectful, and the most responsible and trustworthy babysitter we have ever had. She is BY FAR our favorite, no one even comes close. She’s not someone who will just sit on her phone...
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Stephanie B.
La Mesa, CA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents ! I am a babysitter/Nanny of all types, from newborns to teens I have done it all. For over 14 years now, I started my care in San Diego, moved to Arizona while my spouse went to school and am back living in San Diego. Whether it's childcare, senior care, pet care or caring for your special needs I have experience...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We love Stephanie she has become family to us. She was my student in high school and then became our family babysitter. She was wonderful with our baby and worked with us regularly till our daughter became a toddler until she moved to Arizona. Anyone would be...
Jaime W.
Vicki M.
La Mesa, CA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
COVID Vaccinated And Booster, Early Childhood Development Courses, First Aid/CPR/AED,
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
I am big on reading and limiting screen time. I do engage your child throughout my visit to your home.
I am a mom myself and know that it does take a village to raise children. My sons are both in college and I am enjoying the occasional babysitter/nanny jobs. I have been a baker in the food industry for many years but went...
Vicki can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Vicki showed up early and immediately presented her vaccine card. She was very thorough in understanding our daughter's schedule. She even brought stickers and other small items to entertain her. We felt very comfortable leaving our daughter alone with Vicki and...
Rick C.
Tanee B.
La Mesa, CA
$39/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am 24 Yrs Old. Active Duty Military. I Love Children And Animals.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as attentive, fun and caring.
I like working with kids because I grew up in a big family and really enjoyed being around my siblings which grew my love for children.
I'm looking for a job that I would enjoy doing.
I started working with kids when I was 18. I started babysitting my co-workers and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Will recommend her services to anyone without hesitation. She’s attentive to not only the care of your child but also the progression of your child. She’s devoted to furthering your child on levels of education, being responsible, and so much more. Her patience is...
Care member
Anastacia T.
La Mesa, CA
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, compassionate and communicative
I love working with children because it brings me so much joy knowing that I have a part to play in their developmental milestones and nurture. Apart from the fact that I always wanted to teach children
I'm looking for a job that allows me to instill...
Anastacia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anastacia has been wonderful caring for my 11 month old. She is reliable and very courteous. She has a gentle calming way about her that puts my mind at ease knowing my little one is with such a person. She provides for my son as if he were her own, making sure he...
Samantha S.
Desiree S.
La Mesa, CA
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.8
(4)
Hello lovely families! My name is Desiree, I am a college attendant at San Francisco State University, currently working towards my BA in Creative Writing. I have worked worked with children since 2018, and have held various positions deriving from child care. I've worked as a Preschool teacher at an international immersion...
Desiree can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's an amazing person all the way around helped cleaned made sure everything was done and stayed on schedule with the things I had planned for her . She never complained even if she had to stay longer than agreed and she just showed my kids so much love I was...
Tee B.
Stephanie B.
La Mesa, CA
$14-19/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello all! I have a great amount of experience in aiding for your special needs family members ! From teens in all 4 years of high school to seniors in daily aid.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience working with elderly people (1 year with an active older person and 4 years with people who needed assistance to move, bathe and dress) I really enjoy this vocation. I m patient, very responsible, detail orientated/organized/clean. I don't mind doing light housekeeping as well as running errands. I...
Karen can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Karen recently took care of my grandmother for a few months. She has an awesome personality, my grandmother and my family loved her right away. She is very organized and friendly. She monitored my grandma's diabetes and was great at taking care of her during...
Guillermo Q.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Rosemary and I am 22 years old. I have experience with dusting, cleaning bathrooms (showers, toilets), vacuuming, pulling weeds etc. I like to keep tidy in my day to day life. I am very precise when completing tasks. I would love to assist families and individuals who may not have the time to clean the house.
Rosemary can also help with: Basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Rosemary was diligent, helpful, has a great attitude, she's super responsive to my suggestions, and is really great with cleaning. She was receptive to learning how to fold laundry the Marie Kondo way and she was a fast learner. She stayed past the time we had...
Caitlyn N.
Anna A.
La Mesa, CA
$23/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Anna and I am 23 years old. I have been babysitting for about 9 years now. I am CPR and AED certified. I love playing board games, creating our own games to play, swimming, reading with the kids, and playing at the park to name a few. I have volunteer/worked at some children's summer camps and have babysat...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"After meeting Anna at the park, I hired her to babysit my daughter the following week. Just from the brief meeting, my daughter was so excited to see her again and had an awesome time with her. She made her a nutritious lunch and took excellent care of her. I would...
Matthew S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in La Mesa, CA
Michelle D.
5.0
Michelle is a fantastic babysitter. Our kids loved her and she was always easy to work with. I would highly recommend her!
- Katie R.
Elizabeth T.
5.0
We were extremely fortunate to have Liz for 9 months. She is in, in a word, magical. First, Liz is not a career nanny - she is actually a multi-talented acrobat. She is very active and got along swimmingly with our older daughter (6) and toddler (1 when started). She has a joyful and loving...
- Shermin D.
Shyra D.
5.0
Shyra was great! She helped watch our 17 month old, and was patient, gentle, and caring. I highly recommend her, and look forward to hiring her again in the future.
- Angeles F.
Nicole S.
5.0
Lovely, friendly and great with my 18 month old. Will hire again
- Ekaterina Z.
Briana M.
5.0
We hired Briana for a recurring baby sitting position and she was so easy to contact and responsive. She was able to start sooner than we anticipated which saved us from having to deal with finding a family member to help. She is very up front with what works for her and is also flexible as our...
- Shannon D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in La Mesa, CA:
How can I find a La Mesa babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in La Mesa, CA 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 129 babysitters in La Mesa, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 La Mesa, CA?
The average rate for La Mesa, CA babysitters on Care.com is $18.93 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 La Mesa, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in La Mesa, CA 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 La Mesa, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in La Mesa, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 65 reviews of the 129 listed babysitters.