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335 babysitters are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Emma! I have been working with children of all ages for the last 8 years as a Recess Coach at Westlake, a Registered Behavior Technician, a camp counselor, a tutor and as a babysitter/ nanny. I work to provide kids a safe and accepting environment filled with play, kindness and empathy for their experience. I also have...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emma was awesome!! She was kind, fun, punctual, and super easy to communicate with. She was flexible and adaptable when the dinner plan I set up didn’t go as planned. My boys said she was the best and they are a hard sell sometimes. Please hire her!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have spent most of my teenage-early 20's as a nanny/babysitter. I am use to watching two to four kids at a time. I have three nephews and a niece that I love and watch a couple times a month a long with a couple of other families. As a nanny I loved to take the kids to different parks, water parks, swimming pools, bike rides,...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Rachel was our nanny for our 3 and 5 year old for nearly a year. She was an amazing caregiver who was sweet, caring, attentive, and very responsible. She always kept the kids busy with fun activities like arts and crafts, riding bikes and scooters outdoors, taking...
Laura S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have nearly 10 years of experience taking care of children all ages, from newborn to teenagers! I love to ensure kids are happy by playing their favorite game, doing craft projects, playing outside, and more. I am happy to help with light cooking and cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, and pet sitting. When I worked for an...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Catherine has taken care of my children as well as house sat and cared for our pets. Over the years she has become a close family friend and an amazing role model and mentor to my daughters. She is reliable, conscientious, responsible, loving and kind. She is an...
Jennifer R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Molly, I am currently 20 years old studying at UC Santa Cruz. I have babysat kids of all age ranges for over 8 years. Having been Waldorf educated since elementary school, I love finding creative ways to connect and have fun with kids away from screens. Some of my favorite activities to do with kids are crafts,...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Molly is amazing! We have loved having her take care of our little girl. She is responsible, reliable, creative, kind, fun and communicative- she always goes the extra mile and made us feel so comfortable leaving our toddler in her care. I cannot recommend having...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because they amaze me with how smart they are! I was very nearly a preschool teacher and I absolutely love watching that age group figure out how things work and problem solve. Older kids are great to work with because they generally want to help out if there's younger kids and if not then we get to just...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Emily took great care of our 11 months old baby when we were on vacation in Santa Cruz. It felt really safe to leave him with her and we would definitely hire her again if we come back :)"
Matilda W.
5.0
(2)
Coming from a large family, there was always an aunt or uncle tossing a baby into my arms. They got away with it because I loved it! Having 7 cousins younger than me has shaped me into the caretaker I am today.
I completely enjoyed my experience working for the University of Reno, NV daycare where I mainly focused on 3-5...
Maggie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maggie has take care of all 3 of my boys from infant to now. She is very trustworthy, always on time, and so much FUN for my boys. They absolutely love her. She has even created her own projects with them to keep them off the screens. Over the years we have...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience: I have been working with children since I was 13 as a counselor in training and leader for different summer camps . I have experience leading children through activities including cooking, wood shop, computer programming and arts and crafts among other things. My work at camps has been focused on children ranging in...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We love Bella and our twins absolutely adore her. They have so much fun time together when we stayed in Berkeley for 3 weeks. And they learned new things from her. If we go back there I would definitely contact her again for rehiring her."
Mehmet Fatih Y.
Chelsey O.
Santa Cruz, CA
$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked full-time, for three summers, at children's camps. At camp, I hang out with children ages 4-7. I looked after a group of 9-16 campers and led them to different activities throughout the day, facilitated lunch, played games and did team building activities. At another camp, I worked with different children each day...
Chelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Provided care for our 18 month old daughter on very short notice. She is naturally gentle natured and our daughter was very comfortable with her from the start."
Kaare M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 21-year-old student attending The University of California, Santa Cruz. I am originally from Los Angeles where I have worked in childcare for over eight years. My mother is a preschool teacher, which means I have grown up surrounded by younger children and always had the opportunity to be a helping hand. Every summer...
Channing can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Channing helped with kids after school, driving them to activities, and playing. She was responsible, engaged, timely and lovely. "
Amy B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello world! I'm a caring, reliable, fun, and smart individual who has grown up with children all around me. There was always someone needing a diaper change or coaxing to take that one last bite before going to play. I've always been that nurturing spirit in my family and it has since spread to how I interact with people in my...
Kaetlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She really supported the family when we needed help with the kiddos and went above and beyond to make sure they were taken care of. She's my first choice during a date night!"
Corrine J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
If you are looking for a responsible, patient, playful, and experienced caregiver, then give me a call! I have extensive childcare and teaching experience. I love outdoor excursions and am very energetic, but also enjoy soft reading time, imaginative play, and crafts.
I have years of baby - toddler care experience, and have...
Rena can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Rena was great! She was exactly what my nine year old daughter needed. "
Faith C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Although my expertise lies within child care, I have a significant amount of experience in housekeeping. I have previously held multiple mother's helper positions, in which I primarily assisted with cooking/meal prep, laundry, tidying up, and more. At my previous job as a daycare teacher, housekeeping was one of my main duties...
Julianne can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, window washing, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
****Important notice: Located in Santa Cruz until 6/10. Out of town during the summer.
Nice to meet you!
I'm a college student majoring in Cognitive Science, and my most recent work experience has been as a Behavioral Technician for kids with learning disabilities. I have ABA training and experience in K-12 classrooms. Thus,...
Zoe can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Zoe is like a pied piper for kids- so engaging and delightful, and a boon for parents. She is professional, skilled (including work with children with ASD and learning differences), organized and reliable. She has an a canny ability to make learning feel like play....
Care member
Faith S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$24/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, trustworthy, and helpful.
I like working with kids because I never get tired of learning with them. Watching them play and grow up is such a huge joy for me!
I'm looking for a job that has stability and a healthy environment where I can be myself and be happy.
I started working with kids...
5.0
"Faith babysat for us and was absolutely wonderful! So wonderful that the kids didn’t want her to leave! I would definitely recommend her!"
Care member
Eliza R.
Santa Cruz, CA
$23-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have had a variety of experiences providing child care. My experience ranges from one-on-one care to managing siblings and large groups of 10+ kids. For some families, I regularly provide weekend, evening, and overnight care. However, my main experience is as a nanny. For the past year, I have cared for one 8-year-old three...
Eliza can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eliza was great with our toddler, will definitely hire her again. Punctual, they did art, played, watched a show, and got her ready for bed. Very helpful for my Wife and I. My daughter had a blast with her and will welcome future sittings. Thanks!"
Christopher G.
5.0
(1)
I grew up on a farm so I have always been around animals and love them. I provide dog and cat sitting in your home. Overnight care available making sure they are in safe, well fed and are set up for the night.
Mary can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madison. I am a UC Berkeley graduate looking for new clients to private tutor. I'm currently a full time professional private tutor.
5.0
"Madison and my son connect so well! She is positive and to the point, just what my son needs. He always leaves his tutoring sessions feeling accomplished and elated. Madison is very understanding and sweet with me as well. She is punctual, a great communicator, and...
Lynette G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
My name is Madison S. I absolutely love animals and I feel comfortable house and pet sitting.
I am a verified member and have experience pet sitting for families in the East Bay area.
Growing up I lived with many different animals. As pets, I lived with dogs, cats, lizards, snakes, Guinea pigs, rats, mice, and fish. I...
Madison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jade S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi everyone! My name is Jade, i'm 22, and I just relocated to Santa Cruz. I currently work with the sweetest 2-year-old boy on Tuesday and Thursday, but the rest of my schedule is clear. I've been working as a full time nanny since the moment I turned 18. I truly have a passion for childcare beyond nannying, and am pursuing a...
Jade can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I was nervous to use this site but really needed last minute help for a date night. Jade was such a lifesaver. My kids loved her and she left our house cleaner than she found it! Will definitely be using her in the future. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cleaned for hotels, resorts, rentals, move-out cleans, private homes and offices over the past 10 years. I am a very hard worker with attention to detail.
Elsa can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Elsa has been amazing! She provided excellent care for our five year old son who is on the spectrum. I highly recommend her. I wish she still lived in our town we miss her!"
Jenny G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Santa Cruz, CA
Emma W.
5.0
Emma was awesome!! She was kind, fun, punctual, and super easy to communicate with. She was flexible and adaptable when the dinner plan I set up didn’t go as planned. My boys said she was the best and they are a hard sell sometimes. Please hire her!
- Care member
Rachel G.
5.0
Rachel was our nanny for our 3 and 5 year old for nearly a year. She was an amazing caregiver who was sweet, caring, attentive, and very responsible. She always kept the kids busy with fun activities like arts and crafts, riding bikes and scooters outdoors, taking them to the swimming pool,...
- Laura S.
Catherine M.
5.0
Catherine has taken care of my children as well as house sat and cared for our pets. Over the years she has become a close family friend and an amazing role model and mentor to my daughters. She is reliable, conscientious, responsible, loving and kind. She is an exceptional person and any parent...
- Jennifer R.
Molly B.
5.0
Molly is amazing! We have loved having her take care of our little girl. She is responsible, reliable, creative, kind, fun and communicative- she always goes the extra mile and made us feel so comfortable leaving our toddler in her care. I cannot recommend having Molly as your sitter enough. She...
- Care member
Emily K.
5.0
Emily took great care of our 11 months old baby when we were on vacation in Santa Cruz. It felt really safe to leave him with her and we would definitely hire her again if we come back :)
- Matilda W.
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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 335 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 $21.08 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 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 126 reviews of the 335 listed babysitters.