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3,403 babysitters are listed in San Diego, CA
The average rate is $20/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in San Diego, CA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Morgan and I live in Ocean Beach, San Diego. I am looking for a full time nanny job starting in September, as the little girl I currently take care of will be taking the next step to Montessori school. I have been nannying for about 6 years and watching kids for 10 years. I have been with 3 families since I...
Morgan can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Morgan is awesome. She is nice and fun-loving young lady. Very easy going and bonds with kids very well. My 3 kids instantly fell in love with her to the point where they constantly ask me when she's going to babysit them again.. I will definitely be using Morgan...
Chris U.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm Kaylee
I've been babysitting for years. I absolutely love children so I always have so much fun babysitting. I am CPR, as well as baby CPR, certified. I have experience with all ages, from little babies to 13-year-olds. I am also super comfortable with pets and have some experience with children with educational...
Kaylee can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kaylee has helped with after school care for our 10 and 12 year old for the last few months. She's been great. Reliable, trustworthy, flexible, good driver, helped with lots of rides and pretty much anything we asked to keep the wheels in motion at our house. She...
Elizabeth V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lauren! I will be graduated from college this May, with my BA in Elementary Education. I am looking for a summer nanny/family assistant job when I return to San Diego! I have babysat & nannied ages from 7 months to 13 years old, and have great references! I am able to help with meal prepping, homework help, light...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lauren is amazing. I have no worries when my daughters are with her. She also is great at keeping up with all the scheduling responsibilities. She is trustworthy and reliable. I highly recommend her."
Silvia L.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a 24-year-old UCSB graduate living in the San Diego area. I have 4 months of experience working with children (3-4yo) with disabilities and love kids. I have been working in the mental health field for two years. I am active, a non-smoker, have my own vehicle, and am very silly. I have tutoring experience and play...
Jules can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We had family staycation in Santa Barbara and asked Julian to babysit with our 2 daughters (5 years old and 1y.o.) several times. We couldn't be more than happy to find a nanny like Julian.
She was playing with our kids, feeding and bathing them. Kids even were...
Kate K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a very outgoing person who loves being surrounded by children. I'm very responsible, I don't smoke or drink. I recently graduated from SJSU with a B. S. in Human Resources and a Minor degree in Legal Studies. I'm easy to get along with and I have a lot of patience when it comes to kids and babies. I've nannied for 3...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Im currently attending school at San Diego State University. I'm looking for part-time work while enrolled in school. I am great with kids as I have years of volunteering experience at girls scouts SD. I can help with drop off and home care.
Nayeli can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Neyeli was a super fun sitter for our 5 year old son who has lots of energy. She was patient and caring with him and totally flexible. We would ask her to watch our son again in a heartbeat."
Nick K.
5.0
(5)
Hi I'm Ruth, I'm eager to find a loving family to work with. I'm reliable and I go above and beyond for the children I nurture. I'm fluency in Spanish, English and Portuguese.
With over 15 years of invaluable experience working with children, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the role by building nurturing and...
Ruth can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our experience with Ruth was exceptional. She was punctual, attentive, and great with our kids. They engaged in creative activities, and we felt confident leaving our children in their care. Highly recommended!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Frida. I specialize in creating engaging and educational activities. I have experience with children up to 10 years old and infant experience as well. I am fully vaccinated and I am fluent Spanish speaker. I do light housekeeping, cook meals, fold laundry, etc.
I am always a helping hand. I am very reliable and...
Frida can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Frida was great! She communicated well and showed up right on time. She was very helpful and took good care of our 6 week old daughter."
David C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 22-year-old college student who loves being around children! Throughout my high school and college experience, I've volunteered at elementary schools, after school programs, and summer camps to help take care and foster a safe environment for children's growth. I also have preschool and nannying experience where I have a...
Christina can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Christina was great with our 10 month old. We loved her calm, patient and positive energy."
Entela G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Gabrielle.
I am an alumnus of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with a B. S. in Business Administration. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was a teenager. My responsibilities have included: diaper changing, potty training, cooking, drop-offs/pick-ups, homework help, and light cleaning. I enjoy playing games,...
Gabrielle can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabrielle is a diamond in the rough! We are so thankful to have found her via care.com. she is super reliable, overly communicative and makes our girls so happy. she is our kids favorite babysitter! she engages them in a variety of activities and girls always ask...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Caroline! I am a Web Designer working remotely for an agency Downtown which provides me with a flexible schedule. I moved to San Diego over four years ago and I love calling it my home. I love art, arts and crafts, puzzles, games, and animals. I have a lot of experience with kids and have babysat on and off since high...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Our kids loved having Caroline as their sitter and she was very good with them. Will certainly call upon her again. Thanks Caroline!"
Aaron E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jordin, and I graduated from University of California San Diego with a B. S in Public Health. I'm currently living in Rancho Penasquitos and was recently laid off from my biotech job at Thermofisher Scientific. I am looking to fulfill my extra time helping families and taking care of children (something I've always loved...
Jordin can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jordin was very helpful to come in on very short notice to help out with my 5 month old. She was very friendly and loving and my son enjoyed his time with her."
Maria Elena W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have provided childcare for families for the past 10 years. I have worked for 2 separate private clubs as a Childrens caretaker as well as several years of experience with families as a nanny/babysitter. My most recent experience took place during the covid-19 pandemic where I was a nanny for 2 boys, 7 and 9 years old. I...
Katie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie has been working for me for many years. She has always been wonderful with my children. Her gentleness and patience with the kids is amazing and effective. Because of her experience, she is able to work with a wide variety of personalities. Even my oldest,...
Kathryn S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, spontaneous, charismatic.
I like working with kids because they are so sweet. They are like sponges ready to explore the world. I love doing crafts and exploring their imaginations.
I'm looking for a job that has good communication, reliable time slots, friendly interactions.
I started...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had Jessica watch our 3.5 year old for the day when our nanny was out, and she was fantastic! Our daughter normally takes a while to warm up to someone new, and within 10 minutes she was engaged, connected, and doing arts and crafts. Jessica was on time,...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Laila, I'm 22, a recent graduate from UCSD and a San Diego local for the past few years. Recently (and currently), I've spent over a year and a half working in the legal field, but my passion for childcare has drawn me back to nannying. I'm seeking a less demanding job that allows me the flexibility to focus on my...
Laila can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have hired Laila many times to babysit over the last couple years. She is so nurturing and our little one adores her. I truly feel like she is an extended member of our family."
Nicole P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Selena, I'm 23 y/o, and recently discharged from the military. I'd say I have a pretty good amount of experience. Been babysitting since I was 16 years old and always helped out with my siblings and cousins growing up. Watched littles as young as a few weeks old. I love arts and crafts, baking, cooking, and even just...
Selena can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
5.0
"She arrived early and my kids took to her right away with her caring, fun personality. Would definitely hire again!"
Allison B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I like to take a fun, creative, calm, patient approach when working with little humans. I have been in childcare for almost 15 years. I am certified in first aid and CPR. I have experience with all ages and special needs. Majority of my clients have turned into lifelong family style relationship
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She's great with my boys and they love her!"
Emily H.
5.0
(1)
Hello, parents!
With years of experience in childcare, engaging with ages ranging from three weeks to 12 years of age, I pride myself in creating a well-rounded, loving environment for your little ones. Additionally, I aided in PT, OT and Speech Therapy for two years with a child under my care. I adamantly believe in...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hannah is super attentive and loving. Our daughter (5months old) instantly loved her. Hannah helped my baby warm up to the bottle when I returned to work (which was quite the feat!) and has helped with her with milestones like rolling over and sitting up. We feel...
Laura T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am loving, & responsible preschool teacher who is ready to help take care of your little loved ones! I am more than happy to help out with any and all children and can ensure their safety and happiness. I currently seeking a nannying job in order to replace my current teaching job that ends June 14th.
- I have...
Ava can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We love Ava in our household. She is wonderful with all 3 of my very active kiddos (6.5y, 4y & 4y) . Ava is great at encouraging our kids to play rather than watching TV. The kids really look forward to her coming over and I look forward as well because I know my...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! I'm Arantxa and I'm 25yo originally from Mexico City, I just moved to sd. I was living in the DMV area for the past 5 years where I was working as a full time nanny.
I have 5 years of experience from 4mo to 12 yo.
I'm looking for an occasional babysitter position, (date nights, evenings and weekends) I'm...
Arantxa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids love her, she is very kind to kids and also very reliable, punctual and very flexible."
Martha C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Diego, CA
Morgan T.
5.0
Morgan took care of our 8 -20 month A. for 10 months, and there are not enough superlatives we could write about our experience with her. She checks all of the boxes, she is punctual, professional, and understanding of that needs of the little person she is caring for, she is receptive to feedback...
- Joaquin R.
Kaylee C.
5.0
Kaylee has helped with after school care for our 10 and 12 year old for the last few months. She's been great. Reliable, trustworthy, flexible, good driver, helped with lots of rides and pretty much anything we asked to keep the wheels in motion at our house. She has been a huge help and kids liked...
- Elizabeth V.
Lauren J.
5.0
Lauren is amazing. I have no worries when my daughters are with her. She also is great at keeping up with all the scheduling responsibilities. She is trustworthy and reliable. I highly recommend her.
- Silvia L.
Jules Z.
5.0
We had family staycation in Santa Barbara and asked Julian to babysit with our 2 daughters (5 years old and 1y.o.) several times. We couldn't be more than happy to find a nanny like Julian.
She was playing with our kids, feeding and bathing them. Kids even were not disappointed when we, parents,...
- Kate K.
Nayeli M.
5.0
Neyeli was a super fun sitter for our 5 year old son who has lots of energy. She was patient and caring with him and totally flexible. We would ask her to watch our son again in a heartbeat.
- Nick K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in San Diego, CA:
How can I find a San Diego babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in San Diego, 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 3,403 babysitters in San Diego, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 San Diego, CA?
The average rate for San Diego, CA babysitters on Care.com is $20.39 per hour as of June 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 San Diego, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in San Diego, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1,647 reviews of the 3,403 listed babysitters.