Find babysitters in La Mesa, CA that you’ll love

147 babysitters are listed in La Mesa, CA

The average rate is $18/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years

Babysitters in La Mesa, CA

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Katie D.


La Mesa, CA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Katie. I recently graduated with my Masters degree in Occupational Therapy and am studying for my board exam. I received my bachelors degree from CSUSM with a Bachelor's Degree in Human Development/Health Services about 6 years ago. I have worked as a Behavioral Therapist doing in-home therapy for kids with...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, Travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
We hired Katie to watch our autistic son for two weeks while he was on a fall break from school. She communicated well, showed up on time, and always asked how she could help even when all the household chores were completed. I also had her print and laminate...

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Elizabeth T.


La Mesa, CA

$30-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My Name Is Liz, I Am An Athletic, Fun Nanny And Babysitter Who Loves To Teach, And Tutor!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, and fun! I like working with kids because I find it very rewarding to help guide them to do something new, such as a hard math problem, a handstand, or an authentic apology. I'm looking for a job that is stable and flexible all at the same time while feeling tight for me and the...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel, Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
We were extremely fortunate to have Liz for 9 months. She is in, in a word, magical. First, Liz is not a career nanny - she is actually a multi-talented acrobat. She is very active and got along swimmingly with our older daughter (6) and toddler (1 when started)....

Shermin D.

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Jasmine C.


La Mesa, CA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter - Date Nights Especially

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love caring for kids. I work well with children and I can help with homework and learning. I am not shy around pets, especially dogs. I will do light cleaning if you need me to and I am willing to learn anything you would like me to do while baby sitting your children. I love to bake and make crockpot meals. I currently work...
Jasmine can also help with: Grocery shopping, Light cleaning, Travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Jasmine is one of the best people on the planet and takes amazing care of my 4 year old son. I could not ask for someone better. She takes him all over to burn off his boatload of energy, teaches him, guides him, and treats him like her own family. There are not...

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Lindsey B.


La Mesa, CA

$20-23/hr5 yrs exp

Fun, Active, And Caring Babysitter

Hello, my name is Lindsey I am 23 years old and studying cirque arts! I am a fun active babysitter I enjoy playing outdoors and helping kids learn new skills! I have been babysitting for 8+years and have lots of experience with all ages. I am CPR & first aid certified. I have references upon request, I look forward to meeting...
Lindsey can also help with: Light cleaning, Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
I trust Lindsey with our 2 year old son and 6 month old daughter. During my pregnancy, I was very sick; yet she spent her time caring for our son (1 at the time) at the beach and in a hotel with several other kids. I am very particular as to who would watch my...

Carrie F.

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Shyra D.


La Mesa, CA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Energetic Babysitter!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Shyra. I have a Bachelor's degree in child development and also a child development teachers permit. I have worked with children ages 5 months to 7 years with 3 years of experience being a nanny. I also have experience working with children in a preschool setting including working with children on the spectrum....

Recent review:

5.0
Shyra was great! She helped watch our 17 month old, and was patient, gentle, and caring. I highly recommend her, and look forward to hiring her again in the future.

Angeles F.

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Nicole S.


La Mesa, CA

$19-36/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter And Really Enjoy Kids!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I love being a babysitter and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids (including twins!) since I was 10 years old. My responsibilities have included driving to/from school, crafts, tutoring, dance lessons, running errands. I am warm-hearted, energetic and enjoy spending my time reading, crafting and playing...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning, Travel, Grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Recent review:

5.0
Lovely, friendly and great with my 18 month old. Will hire again

Ekaterina Z.

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Vicki M.


La Mesa, CA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

COVID Vaccinated And Booster, Early Childhood Development Courses, First Aid/CPR/AED,

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I am big on reading and limiting screen time. I do engage your child throughout my visit to your home. I am a mom myself and know that it does take a village to raise children. My sons are both in college and I am enjoying the occasional babysitter/nanny jobs. I have been a baker in the food industry for many years but went...
Vicki can also help with: Carpooling, Grocery shopping, Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Vicki showed up early and immediately presented her vaccine card. She was very thorough in understanding our daughter's schedule. She even brought stickers and other small items to entertain her. We felt very comfortable leaving our daughter alone with Vicki and...

Rick C.

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Nancy S.


La Mesa, CA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Provider for Special Needs

I have two grown sons with autism. Besides raising special needs children, I have cared for other children and adults with various special needs. I also work with elderly people with visual impairments, stroke, diabetes and other challenges.
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Nancy S.


La Mesa, CA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Pet-Sitter

I have two dogs that bring joy to my life. I enjoy walking dogs and overnight pet sitting. I have cared for dogs, cats, rabbits and birds. I have given medication by your instruction. I am not certified
Nancy can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking, Administration of medicine

Recent review:

5.0
Nancy has taken care of my two cats on multiple occasions when I've had to travel for work, sometimes up to 2-3 weeks at a time. I felt terrible to have to leave them for so long, but could rest assured knowing they'd be in her care. She's professional, punctual,...

Dena L.

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Nancy S.


La Mesa, CA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Petsitting And Companion Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy walking dogs and pet-sitting dogs, cats and other family pets. I feel that it is important that people have the option to remain in their homes, with appropriate supports, as long as it is a viable option. I assist people with social activities, coordinate their bills and paperwork, help with pets, act as a travel...
Nancy can also help with: Dementia, Hospice Services, Respite Care

Recent review:

5.0
Nancy is a great person who puts 110% effort into everything she does. When I lived in Lakeside Nan helped me with walking my dog and helping me with errands and during that time we became good friends. I would recommend her for any job you have for...

Kathleen R.

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Vicki M.


La Mesa, CA

$20-30/hr

Part Time Child Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Unpaid elder care giver for my mom who is 77 years old. I do enjoy conversation and am not plugged into technology all the time. I am a mom and older adult so I have the patience and understanding to get along with most folks. I do enjoy a good western, blues, jazz, and have learned the twist and disco. My mom still loves to...
Vicki can also help with: Companionship, Mobility assistance
Skills:

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Vicki is very thoughtful, considerate and reliable, I hired her to come visit with my 98 year old mother for companionship.. Vicki is so much more than a companion! Her meal preparation is wonderful. Her gift of engaging my mother with thoughtful family stories and...

Joanna B.

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Jan P.


La Mesa, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver, Nanny And Personal Assistant

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience caring for the disabled; both of my parents were in wheelchairs. They taught me patience and gratitude. I started babysitting at a very young age. I am energetic, fun-loving, reliable and committed. I love playing games, doing arts & crafts, playing outdoors, and going to the park. I have experience...
Jan can also help with: Travel, Grocery shopping, Light cleaning, Carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Jan is a wonderful caregiver. She has been caring for my 2 year old son for the past 6 months. We hired her to provide childcare once a week, plus fill in as needed. She is extremely dependable and reliable. She is also very good at communicating and keeping her...

Stacie U.

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Addison S.


La Mesa, CA

$15-16/hr5 yrs exp

Get To Know Me!

Hi! My name is Addison, and I'm currently a freshman at Grossmont College. I'm a photographer, and I'm passionate in animal rescue. I've been babysitting on and off for about five years now for kids of all different ages and personalities. I have taken a few courses on babysitting, and am CPR certified. Your child's safety and...
Addison can also help with: Light cleaning, Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Addison has been babysitting my kids for more than five years. She is kind, respectful, and the most responsible and trustworthy babysitter we have ever had. She is BY FAR our favorite, no one even comes close. She’s not someone who will just sit on her phone...

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Stephanie B.


La Mesa, CA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents ! I am a babysitter/Nanny of all types, from newborns to teens I have done it all. For over 14 years now, I started my care in San Diego, moved to Arizona while my spouse went to school and am back living in San Diego. Whether it's childcare, senior care, pet care or caring for your special needs I have experience...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, Travel, Grocery shopping, Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Recent review:

5.0
Stephanie is great, she watched by two boys, one is special needs 2 times now. The boys had a great time with her, she is kind, responsive and dependable.

Jeffrey M.

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Valerie T.


La Mesa, CA

$19/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I worked in a daycare for 3 years as an assistant teacher. I took care of children of all ages (6 weeks to 5-year-olds) I have been a nanny for 6 years. The last family I was nanny for in Chicago, I was with them for 4 years! Worked at an at home daycare for about 7 months before I moved to California. I was with a nanny family...
Valerie can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel, Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
My wife and I interviewed Valerie and she is an amazing individual. Her personality is what did it for us. She has this bubbly, funny and energetic way to her and we look forward to her starting tomorrow. Mark D.

Mark D.

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Anastacia T.


La Mesa, CA

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as empathetic, compassionate and communicative I love working with children because it brings me so much joy knowing that I have a part to play in their developmental milestones and nurture. Apart from the fact that I always wanted to teach children I'm looking for a job that allows me to instill...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
It's was a pleasure to work with an awesome professional. I'm able to recommend Anastacia as a babysitter to anyone. She watched my 7 year old autistic son. Anastacia arrived at our home on time, ready to engage and with a smile.

Ronnie F.

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Desiree S.


La Mesa, CA

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Hello lovely families! My name is Desiree, I am a college attendant at San Francisco State University, currently working towards my BA in Creative Writing. I have worked worked with children since 2018, and have held various positions deriving from child care. I've worked as a Preschool teacher at an international immersion...
Desiree can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel, Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
She's an amazing person all the way around helped cleaned made sure everything was done and stayed on schedule with the things I had planned for her . She never complained even if she had to stay longer than agreed and she just showed my kids so much love I was...

Tanetta B.

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Karen V.


La Mesa, CA

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Biography

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5 years of experience working with elderly people (1 year with an active older person and 4 years with people who needed assistance to move, bathe and dress) I really enjoy this vocation. I m patient, very responsible, detail orientated/organized/clean. I don't mind doing light housekeeping as well as running errands. I...
Karen can also help with: Personal care, Live-in home care, Dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Recent review:

5.0
Karen worked for our family a few years back. She took care of my father for about 1 and a half years. She was a great caretaker who had a lot of patience with my father who had very little movement in his lower body because of an accident. She was always there on...

adrian L.

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Stephanie B.


La Mesa, CA

$14-19/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello all! I have a great amount of experience in aiding for your special needs family members ! From teens in all 4 years of high school to seniors in daily aid.
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Anna A.


La Mesa, CA

$23/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Anna and I am 23 years old. I have been babysitting for about 9 years now. I am CPR and AED certified. I love playing board games, creating our own games to play, swimming, reading with the kids, and playing at the park to name a few. I have volunteer/worked at some children's summer camps and have babysat...
Anna can also help with: Grocery shopping, Carpooling, Travel, Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
After meeting Anna at the park, I hired her to babysit my daughter the following week. Just from the brief meeting, my daughter was so excited to see her again and had an awesome time with her. She made her a nutritious lunch and took excellent care of her. I would...

Matthew S.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in La Mesa, CA

Katie D.

5.0

We hired Katie to watch our autistic son for two weeks while he was on a fall break from school. She communicated well, showed up on time, and always asked how she could help even when all the household chores were completed. I also had her print and laminate visual aids for my son's occupational...

- Care member

Elizabeth T.

5.0

We were extremely fortunate to have Liz for 9 months. She is in, in a word, magical. First, Liz is not a career nanny - she is actually a multi-talented acrobat. She is very active and got along swimmingly with our older daughter (6) and toddler (1 when started). She has a joyful and loving...

- Shermin D.

Jasmine C.

5.0

Jasmine is one of the best people on the planet and takes amazing care of my 4 year old son. I could not ask for someone better. She takes him all over to burn off his boatload of energy, teaches him, guides him, and treats him like her own family. There are not enough great things I can say...

- Care member

Lindsey B.

5.0

I trust Lindsey with our 2 year old son and 6 month old daughter. During my pregnancy, I was very sick; yet she spent her time caring for our son (1 at the time) at the beach and in a hotel with several other kids. I am very particular as to who would watch my children around water. Lindsey is very...

- Carrie F.

Shyra D.

5.0

Shyra was great! She helped watch our 17 month old, and was patient, gentle, and caring. I highly recommend her, and look forward to hiring her again in the future.

- Angeles F.

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Average Rating4.7 / 5

Babysitters in La Mesa, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 86 reviews of the 147 listed babysitters.