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375 babysitters are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average rate is $20/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA
Grace H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$19-23/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Grace, I am a college student with a lot of experience babysitting and nannying. I love to do art and play music, and be active. I am great with kids, and I am responsible, and easy going.
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Kiara L.
Santa Cruz, CA
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Kiara, and I am a second year psychology and education student at UC Santa Cruz. I am a dedicated, organized, and enthusiastic worker with a passion for working with children. When I am not working in childcare, you can find me exploring the nature of santa cruz, volunteering at a horse ranch, or working on...
Kiara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kamari V.
Santa Cruz, CA
$16-28/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there, I am thrilled to introduce myself as a potential nanny or babysitter for your family. I have 2 years of experience in babysitting and have loved every moment of it. I pride myself on being responsible, reliable, and nurturing. I understand the importance of creating a safe and caring environment for children and take...
Kamari can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Hello! My name is Kylie, I am 25 and love working with children! My background of caregiving includes working as an assistant teacher at Montessori preschool, I have experience working with infants as well as ages 3-5 , working as an EMT, working as an adolescent counselor at the camp recovery center, and volunteering at soccer...
Kylie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have more than 15 years of experience working with children as a nanny, an Au pair in Germany, a daycare employee, a camp counselor, a preschool teacher, and a challenge course facilitator.
I have been certified as an Associate Preschool Teacher by Santa Rosa Junior college, gone through the Ayurvedic Clinical Foundations...
Anelisa can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
I am a recent graduate of Cal Poly home for the summer in Santa Cruz. I worked in both a foster home and an elementary school and this provided me with a keen understanding of kids' social and emotional needs. I think listening provides the foundations of a healthy relationship as well as consistency. I believe in spending time...
Keelan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello!
My name is Sequoia! I am a senior at UCSC, studying sociology and child development. I have 7 years of nanny experience and was recently a live-in nanny over the summer. I love being around children and hope to further my career by studying the developmental process. I am super involved in extracurricular activities as I...
Sequoia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lexi C.
Santa Cruz, CA
$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have had pets all of my life and love all kinds and sizes! I'm open to providing animal sitting in your home or embarking on walks / adventures outside. :)
Lexi can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Marcella C.
Santa Cruz, CA
$24-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have several pets and enjoy animals very much. I often take care of my families pets including rats, cats, dogs, birds and lizards on a regular basis. I can also house sit if people need that kind of accommodation as well.
Marcella can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting & more
I'd describe my personality as being outgoing and loving \r\n\r\nI like working with kids because it is rewarding work that comes easily to me. I understand the importance of a reliable and caring person to provide the right care for each child. \r\n\r\nI'm looking for a job that is happy with me bringing along my 5-month-old...
Throughout high school, I tutored math and science to my peers and younger students. In addition to this, I have tutored in Psychology at college, and would love to teach other subjects as well.
Lexi C.
Santa Cruz, CA
$15-30/hr
I'm up to completing whatever odd jobs or errands you may need, from grocery shopping to house painting, etc.
Marcella C.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have had experience taking care of my parents shopping, cleaning cooking, reading, changing clothes bed pans, etc. I have also raised two children and I have a lot of child care experience. I like to take care of people and make them feel like they are loved and cared for because the elderly population tends to be very lonely....
Marcella can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
I have 3 years of child care experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I look forward to helping
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Kaylee N.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
UCSC Student 20! +6 Years Of Experience Working With Kids :) CPR + AED Certified
Ambitious student currently studying Global and Community Health with an area of expertise heavily revolved around working with children, more specifically making connections and learning their behavior on a social-emotional scale.
An abundance of knowledge developed over the course of six years with hands on experience and an...
Kaylee N.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-25/hr
I'm the ultimate cat person! I have grown up with cats ever since I was a child, Over the years I've had over 5 kitties that were and are dearly loved. Being able to take care of your feline friends is like taking care of one of my own and it's a truly rewarding experience!
Kaylee can also help with: Pet sitting
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Santa Cruz, CA:
How can I find a Santa Cruz babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Santa Cruz, 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 375 babysitters in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
The average rate for Santa Cruz, CA babysitters on Care.com is $21.00 per hour as of April 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 Cruz, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Santa Cruz, 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 Cruz, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 120 reviews of the 375 listed babysitters.