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453 babysitters are listed in Bakersfield, CA
The average rate is $17/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Bakersfield, CA
5.0
(1)
Caring for the youth is my passion. Currently I am pursuing a path that will allow me to work as a pediatric nurse, with this comes a lot of responsibilities and course work like child development, child psychology, and early childhood education. Not only do these classes play a big role in the care I give but my past experience...
Maya can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maya cared for my autistic son for 2 years on her off time while she was in school and playing softball. Her patience and kindness was unmatchable. She occasionally cares for my son now but not daily like she used to because he is now in school. To my surprise her...
Rosa V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I like to take care of children I have a lot of patience and I like to play with them and to make their time more entertaining, I like to cook.
Frida can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Over the past year (from Oct/22 to Sep/23), Frida took care of our daughter of less than a year old with so much love and affection. Also, look at our home and took care of our cat perfectly whenever were out of the town.
She did a best in class job as a baby...
Leonardo H.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for 4 years now and have babysat up to 10 children at once. Childcare is a passion of mine and kids are the little humans I enjoy being around. I am very aware of my surroundings at all times, CPR certified, and have had multiple other jobs that have taught me resilience, keeping calm in stressful...
Tiffanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Super professional, very trustworthy, would hire again!"
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Jeannette S.
Bakersfield, CA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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I have many years of experience but 5 years professionally. I babysit a lovely family which had a girl 18 months and a new born. I loved and worked for them for 3 years unfortunately had to leave since I decided to move to California.
Since I moved to California, I have been working with...
Jeannette can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jeannette is reliable, trustworthy, kind & patient. Our son thoroughly enjoyed the last year with her. If you have the chance to hire her, don’t hesitate. She was a blessing for our family. We love her!!"
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4.3
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a few years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have 2 children ages 19 and 16 and 2 dogs as well. I love children and would treat them as my own. I know how to cook and clean so I would be willing to help around if needed too.
Paula can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
"Paula was great with our daughter I would definitely hire her again. She was punctual and active with keeping our daughter busy while we were gone. Overall, it was a great experience this was our first time using the service. Very satisfied."
Carmen R.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been certified by the state as a care provider, I have received training in mobility assistance, fall prevention, and wound care. I am an extremely friendly person who thoroughly enjoys helping people. I am 100% dependable, and my availability is flexible. No problem coming in early or staying late. I can cook and clean,...
Kathryn can also help with: Home modification, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Kathryn worked for us over 2 years. She was a thoughtful energetic caregiver who always looked my parents with great care. "
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Sonoma B.
Bakersfield, CA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love interacting with and caring for children. I began working in child care in eighth grade, throughout high school I helped raise my baby brothers and continued babysitting. During high school I completed college courses in early childhood development and am currently taking courses at Bakersfield College. I have...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Me and my wife absolutely love Sonoma! She's is very caring and very fun! She always makes fun activities for our kiddos and even makes it an effort to get to know them and mentor them. She includes our pets in all her fun activities and makes it really immersive...
Ivan P.
Brittany M.
Bakersfield, CA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Brittany!
I have been babysitting for 16 yrs and have watched kids from ages newborn-13 yrs old. I've done everything from helping with homework, as well as projects, pick ups/drop offs from school, as well as extracurricular activities, cooking, cleaning, etc! Previously, I was working as a medical assistant...
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Brittany is a very responsible person. She is outgoing, very caring and enjoys babysitting very much! Brittany is very good with children/babies. She is a fun and trustworthy young lady."
Kim W.
Mikyla W.
Bakersfield, CA
$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love kids. I've been babysitting for a little over 3 years now. Every kid I've watched has loved me. I give them their freedom, I'm pretty chill. I'm not too stern.
Mikyla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mikayla is a great babysitter! She is very reliable and punctual. My two kids love her and ask when she is coming over again, which I take as a good sign! We look forward to seeing her every week."
Sara W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started babysitting children when I was 12. Years of caring with children led to some cool opportunities like an all expense paid trip to Mexico to nanny 6 kids. I worked in Mexico two different times at an orphanage in jr. high. I led Sunday School for my church, and volunteered at VBS as well. I have worked with Autistic...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jessica has been a big part of our lives for a very long time now, thankfully, and she is someone who will give her all and go the extra mile, both in her home and professional work. She is an excellent, kind, hard-working and compassionate care-giver. My own kids...
Talia B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Elizabeth and I love to work with kids, I started babysitting family and friend's children at a very young age (14 years old) and I've continued to work with children of all ages ever since, I have two years of experience at a Summer camp . I am currently babysitting 3 other kids, one 8-month-old, one 3-year-old,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Elizabeth is a wonderful nanny to our baby boy. She's trustworthy, punctual, and very caring."
Diana N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always had a passion for children and have been babysitting since the age of 16. I'm a registered nurse that works with newborns, but before that I was a full-time nanny. I have worked with children of all different ages, but have the most experience with infants and toddlers. I would love to discuss the opportunity to...
Katlyn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She knew what she was doing, was on time and pleasant to be around. "
Paige G.
Nuriana T.
Bakersfield, CA
$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as very reliable, patient, and compassionate.
I started working with kids when I was very young, growing up I've always looked out for my siblings as well as my cousins. Getting older I continued helping raise my nephew, as well as help babysit for 2 family friends for a few years during high school...
Nuriana can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She’s a very loving and caring person. She very responsible and loves kids. "
Care member
Toneisha R.
Bakersfield, CA
$12-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Fun Loving Outgoing Charismatic Funny Enjoyable Person
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for a while now. I am a fun outgoing person always ready to work. I love being the person to put a smile on someone's face. I love kids I have 7 nieces and nephews.
Toneisha can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Toneisha responded promptly and arrived early. She kept my toddler entertained while I studied for my boards exam. She also cleaned up after him."
Keren S.
Alexander P.
Bakersfield, CA
$16-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hi there! My name is Alex. I'm 19 and have 7 years of babysitting experience under my belt, between my own siblings and the kids of people in my neighborhoods and family friends. I love kids, and I love to help people. I can help with keeping the house tidy, running errands, dropping off and picking up the kids, house-sitting,...
Alexander can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexander is a wonderful young man who is very talented. He makes sure things are done right and thoroughly. He takes good care in all that he does."
Olivia B.
Cristal A.
Bakersfield, CA
$22-41/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible, & friendly!
I like working with kids because I am very patient and love to create a fun, safe environment.
I'm looking for a job where I can gain experience in caregiving.
I started working with kids as a teenager helping babysit family members children.
In my spare...
Cristal can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Cristal is a family friend who has been taking care of me and my younger sibling when my parents would go out. She has been doing it for the past 4 years. We had a lot of fun and liked when she would come over. "
Mena O.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Aysha. I'm 21 and I'm currently a student at BC studying liberal arts and early childhood development.
My journey in childcare began at the age of 15 when I started babysitting for family and friends. Over the years, I have gained experience in providing attentive and responsible care.
While balancing my...
Aysha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Aysha was great with my kids. She kept them busy and genuinely built bonds with my girls. I work nights and she always handled dinner, baths, and bedtime. Whenever I need a sitter I call her first. "
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Savanna M.
Bakersfield, CA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
If I were to describe my personality using only three words, they would be sweet, bubbly, and silly.
I started working with kids when I was a high school student. I would babysit on weekends. I also volunteered at my local junior theatre.
In my spare time, I am very passionate about the performing arts. I am a theatre major...
Savanna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Savanna is delightful and our daughter loved spending time with her before she headed off to preschool. They laughed and had inside jokes with each other. Absolutely adorable and a relief to have someone my daughter could bond with!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Kayla and am 23 years old. I have graduated from UC Merced where I have obtained my Bachelors degree in Public Health. I'm comfortable with children of all ages, I have experience as a babysitter, tutor, substitute, and volunteered at the hospital as well. I am a non smoker, have my own transportation, and am...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kayla arrived early and prepared. All four of my children enjoyed her as a babysitter. Ages range from a baby to preteen. She stayed as long as I needed her. Very helpful!"
Michelle M.
Makenna W.
Bakersfield, CA
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Makenna, I am 21 years old and have been babysitting since I was 13. I absolutely love watching kids and taking the time out of my day to help give a parent a break. I am very reliable, responsible and organized. I am a junior in nursing school on the way of becoming a pediatric nurse. Since I am in school, I do...
Makenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Great girl, and would love her to babysit my kids again. Thanks Makenna"
Kristi N.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Bakersfield, CA
Maya V.
5.0
Maya cared for my autistic son for 2 years on her off time while she was in school and playing softball. Her patience and kindness was unmatchable. She occasionally cares for my son now but not daily like she used to because he is now in school. To my surprise her time with him was very educational...
- Rosa V.
Frida G.
5.0
Over the past year (from Oct/22 to Sep/23), Frida took care of our daughter of less than a year old with so much love and affection. Also, look at our home and took care of our cat perfectly whenever were out of the town.
She did a best in class job as a baby sitter/nanny, and I can only think good...
- Leonardo H.
Tiffanie S.
5.0
My kids are a handful, as are most haha but Tiffanie is super dependable and can handle any task I ask from her. She keeps my house clean and I can trust her for short notice sitting jobs. Plus my kids love her!
- Care member
Jeannette S.
5.0
If you’re looking for a sitter Jeannette is the 💎 gem! She is warm hearted, caring, and very active with my kids. I have a wild 3 yr old and an autistic 5 yr old! She definitely always gives 100% effort into adjusting to two different personalities 🤭 my kids are! She’s always on time and she even...
- Celia R.
Paula B.
5.0
Paula is an amazing babysitter who knows what it's like to have children and be a busy, working parent. She was always punctual and did school pick ups multiple times per week plus the occasional early morning or evening shift. Her communication is always timely, kind & efficient. I am so grateful...
- Jillian P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Bakersfield, CA:
How can I find a Bakersfield babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Bakersfield, 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 453 babysitters in Bakersfield, 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 Bakersfield, CA?
The average rate for Bakersfield, CA babysitters on Care.com is $17.38 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 Bakersfield, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Bakersfield, 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 Bakersfield, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Bakersfield, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 125 reviews of the 453 listed babysitters.