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262 babysitters are listed in Santa Ana, CA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Santa Ana, CA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey there, I just moved into the city and am looking for ways to spare my free time, let me tell you a bit about myself. I am a self motivated person who is looking for a job that'll bring out my enthusiastic and consistent attitude while doing the many things I enjoy doing. This includes housekeeping, as I have an extreme eye...
Stacia can also help with: Attic cleaning, dusting, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Stacia has done an amazing job, gone above and beyond my expectations! She shows up early and is always willing to stay late. She is very good at making executive decisions and following directions. She has a great attitude, works well with a team, and very...
Victoria T.
Haydee C.
Santa Ana, CA
$26/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm Haydee, I'm 18. I Really Have A Passion And Find Joy In Taking Care Of Children!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as optimistic, outgoing and kind.
I like working with kids because children think outside of the box with so much creativity and it's amazing being part of the process of growing minds.
I'm looking for a job that flexibility and stability
I started working with kids when I was 13, I volunteered at...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great experience with Haydee- quick to respond, right on time, friendly and (most importantly) - our 4-year-old had a great time. Thanks Haydee!"
Sarah P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
In the medical field looking to spend some time doing something other than work in the hospital in an effort to find some balance
I'd describe my personality as fun, talkative and caring
I like working with kids because it brings me back to the basics in life. I don't have children but love to spend time with them
I'm...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Michelle was great with our daughter, communicated well and flexible with some last minute plan changes. Very friendly with everyone she interacted with in our home from kids to other adults."
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hi I'm Ms. Mimi. A mom of a 7 yr old boy. I've owned my Montessori Inspired home childcare business for 4 years. I'm currently closing to move and relocate. In the meantime, I'm searching for extra work to make ends meet. I've worked with children for 24 years, both in the classroom and teaching swim lessons. Once I got...
Myriam can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Myriam is an excellent care giver and teacher. Her passion for children shows in the daily activities, lessons and love she provides for the children. You can't go wrong and rest assured your children are a wonderful place and in good hands with Ms.Mimi. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello I am Katherine, and I am 22! I am the youngest daughter of my family, and a first generation and full time college student. I like to dedicate a lot of my time to my nephews because they are only getting older, and I love watching them grow into smart little individuals. My experience with kids began early on. I started by...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our family highly recommends Katherine for your childcare needs.
She is caring, attentive, and responsible with our 13 month old. Shes always loving and patient with out little one.
She’s very reliable and always punctual. She has great intuition with children....
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am responsible, experienced, and mature female looking to provide care for a wonderful family. I have raised two children myself, and am now blessed with four beautiful grandchildren. I am very family-oriented and have always loved being around kids. Watching them glow and hearing the funny but wise things that come out of...
Nataliya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Natasha has a kind personality and she adjusts easily to new settings. She is caring with children. She worked with us most of last year. She was fetching the children from school, taking care of them and preparing dinner for the family. In addition when possible...
Anne B.
Norith A.
Santa Ana, CA
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Norith . I'm 54 years old. I have 14 years of experience with children from 0 to 16 years old. My language is Spanish. I speak very little English. I'm Peruvian. I love children and I have a lot of experience. I am very responsible, charismatic and organized. I will teach your child to speak Spanish. Thank you.
Norith can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Norith was a great Care giver to my son!"
Natalia R.
Stacy F.
Santa Ana, CA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi ! Nice to meet you :) I am a college student attending Cal State Fullerton, my major is in liberal arts for teaching and a minor in speech development. I've been a pre-K teacher for the past two years. I have experience working with kids as early at 6 weeks all the way up to high school.
5.0
"Stacy was great with my kids, they absolutely adored her. She communicated well throughout the entire process and I'm happy to book her again."
Enjoli F.
Ara C.
Santa Ana, CA
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have watched over my cousins when they were younger (around 3-10 years old). When I came here in California , I have helped out my sister to watch over their first baby for few days in a week because of their tight schedules. I can manage to change diapers, feed, teach and watch baby shows on TV, assist on further enhancing...
Ara can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ara was one of my caregivers for my grandma a few months back. She was very caring, warm, and attentive. She was helpful with grocery shopping, did some light housekeeping, and was overall very pleasant to be around."
Kathleen S.
Ara C.
Santa Ana, CA
$11-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ara (28 yo; 5, 1, 105lbs)
First time I had a dog of my own was when I was 5 years old so taking care of them has become my favorite hobby. I have a 2-year-old border collie named Lulu. She is very well trained (house trained and knows a lot of tricks) and well groomed. I am trying to be a full-pledged nurse here in...
Melissa S.
Santa Ana, CA
$22-38/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Melissa! I am currently a college student, focusing on child development. I speak English and Spanish, I do a little sign language too. I used to volunteer in a after school program in an elementary school for 3 years. In high school I would care for my younger siblings while my parents were at work. I believe...
4.0
"Melissa came in to help us when we were in a pinch. We decided to keep her because she got along well with my daughter and she was a nice person. She watched our daughter well and i know our daughter had fun with her. We would have appreciated a little more...
Moni S.
5.0
(4)
I am a happy and fun loving 21-year-old whose personality makes me great for working with kids! I love making people laugh, especially children because a child's happiness is one of the most important things to me! I love interacting with kids and watching them come to their own and watching their unique personalities blossom. I...
Durodoluwa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Dolu is a leader and servant! Our family has known Dolu for nearly ten years, and we have watched her grow from a middle school to high school to college student. She is a first-born sibling, who naturally nurtures those who are younger than she is. She served...
Heather F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
COVID-19 VACCINATED
10+ Yrs Experience
Referrals Available
$25-$35
Hello,
I have had the pleasure to work in
Companion/Senior Caregiving for many years now. I love assisting seniors & being able to provide the compassion, patience & companionship they need & deserve.
CA State Licensed HCA, Fingerprinted, Background...
Lesa can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I am happy to provide this recommendation for Lesa who recently took care of my elderly (87) mother while she was recovering from a broken leg. This was particularly challenging as my Mother is also suffering from Alzheimer's disease. She was there for 24/7...
Susan A.
Kimberly H.
Santa Ana, CA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Worked at Hylond Home for developmentally disabled children. I have experience with grooming/hygiene, feeding tube/spoon, exercise therapy, transfers, medications.
Loved this job! Very rewarding to help those truly in need as well as the families.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a bookkeeper by trade but a homemaker by nature. I'm a mother of three, the oldest is 39 and the youngest is 25. I love and enjoy what I do. No jobs are too big or too small to handle. I have an amazing organizational skill that all who know me appreciate. I have patience, tons of love to give, understanding on all age...
Lisanne can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Friendly, reliable, on-time, my daughter loves her."
Corey G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there, my name is Dominique, I am a part time College student pursuing my Biomedical Engineering Degree. I am an optimistic, humorous, and dedicated person. I am a middle child of 5 with both brothers and sisters, and an aunt to a very cute and active 1-year-old. I have more than 3 years of babysitting experience,...
Dominique can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kimberly S.
Santa Ana, CA
$16-40/hr
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Kimberly! I am a 19-year-old student who also finds passion for caring for others. I am a patient, kind and hard working person who is willing to learn.
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, transportation
5.0
"Kim you’re very professional looking and you look willing to care for me."
Robert D.
Irene C.
Santa Ana, CA
$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I am currently a college student who works as a Behavioral Technician during the week. I am looking for side jobs for the weekends (Friday-Sunday) in hopes to gain experience, meet new people, and make ends meet. I will accommodate to your needs , I know both Spanish and American Sign Language. My personality is one that...
Angel K.
Santa Ana, CA
$16-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello there!
My name is Angel, I am 21
years old. I am CPR trained. A
little about me is my
grandmother owned a childcare
facility I've worked for her 5+
years. love interacting with kids
from arts and crafts to physical
activities outside. I plan on
becoming my own child care
provider in the future. I am
reliable...
Angel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She was wonderful with my child. Super nice and good with my kid. Would hire her again due to the fact my kid liked being around her and playing with her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Maria I'm 57 years old. I'm married and we have 2 older daughters and a 4-year-old grandson. I have been working with children most of my life. I've worked for schools Elementary for 10 years in all, as a supervisor and also after school programs in the afternoon. I have plenty of experience working with children...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria watched our 3 boys several times. We love her very much, and I can trust my kids to her with my eyes closed. She’s a very reliable, honest and caring person. My kids loved her. We can even count on her when we go on vacation as a couple. I feel very...
Care member
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Santa Ana, CA
Stacia G.
5.0
Stacia has done an amazing job, gone above and beyond my expectations! She shows up early and is always willing to stay late. She is very good at making executive decisions and following directions. She has a great attitude, works well with a team, and very attentive to details.
- Victoria T.
Haydee C.
5.0
Haydee was very playful and engaged with our 3.5 year old son, we'll definitely be hiring her again!
- Judy V.
Michelle R.
5.0
Michelle is awesome. Our baby was so comfortable in her arms that I couldn't believe it. Michelle is so nice, polite, competent, and punctual. We had a great experience with her and definitely hire her for the future events.
- Payam E.
Myriam Y.
5.0
Home away from home! My journey with Miss Mimi started 4 years ago when my son attended there. Fast forward to today and now my daughter is on her last days there. My kids were always very well cared for. Miss Mimi always went above and beyond for all the kids in every aspect; always feeding them...
- Care member
Katherine S.
5.0
Katherine would have been a great fit for our girls. She was professional and came with a lot of experience. Unfortunately we were unable to use her, but would trust our kiddos with her any day.
- Emily V.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Santa Ana, CA:
How can I find a Santa Ana babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Santa Ana, 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 262 babysitters in Santa Ana, CA 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 Santa Ana, CA?
The average rate for Santa Ana, CA babysitters on Care.com is $20.84 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 Santa Ana, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Santa Ana, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 160 reviews of the 262 listed babysitters.