Find babysitters in Merced, CA that you’ll love

90 babysitters are listed in Merced, CA

The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years

Babysitters in Merced, CA

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Tara H.


Merced, CA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Graduate Student With Teaching And Nanny Experience Looking For Part-time Work

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Tara and I'm a graduate student looking for some part-time babysitting and tutoring work. I am from a small town outside of LA and I was raised in a family of educators. My mom is an elementary school teacher and for as long as I can remember, she volunteered me to babysit and tutor her students and her coworkers'...
Tara can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Tara was super helpful in watching our 2 year old! She's friendly, relaxed and punctual. Our daughter usually is shy around new people but took to Tara immediately and clearly had a fun time with her."

Michael And Anna B.

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Bianca M.


Merced, CA

$17/hr7 yrs exp

I have much experience with kids due to being a foster parent for 4 years also living in a large family. I often babysat my younger sister and three younger brothers who are triplets. Adding, my family adopted two toddlers who I enjoy babysitting as well. Along with my older siblings children. I have my first aide and CPR...
Bianca can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My kids look forward to seeing her! They would come home excited to talk about all the fun things they did at her home. It's nice to know that my children felt comfortable with her and wanted to be with her all the time. She moved to Texas so I had to look for...

Veronica R.

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Tatiana I.


Merced, CA

$25-40/hr2 yrs exp

Your Child's Safety And Happiness, My Top Priority

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Tatiana, a dedicated and compassionate student on summer break with valuable experience in the rewarding field of babysitting. I have always had a natural affinity for children and find immense joy in providing them with a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. With 3 years of experience under my belt, I have...
Tatiana can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Tatiana was super patient with my little guy! Very attentive. Would definitely hire again. "

Care member

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Jadelyn S.


Merced, CA

$14-19/hr8 yrs exp

About Me

I like working with kids because it is incredibly fulfilling and rewarding. Having kids in your life can make you laugh and smile. As you grow, they can teach you important lessons about love, patience, and strength. You also have the chance to change their lives for the better and help shape their future. You can make memories...
Jadelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Was amazing and helped us feel very comfortable leaving our children in her care! She was prompt, flexible, knowledgeable, and very caring with our kids! We look forward to using her service again !"

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Douashee X.


Merced, CA

$16-22/hr5 yrs exp

I Am A Loving Caregiver Who Admire Being Around Children.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello there. My name is Douashee and I am currently 23 years old. I am a Hmong American who was born and raised here in Merced, California. I recently graduated from CSU Stanislaus as class of 2020 with my Sociology Degree. I am currently working a part time job in retail but I am also looking for a part time job as a...
Douashee can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Douashee currently works for me. She is very nice and my daughter loves her. She is very responsible and manages her time well."

Liz R.

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Kristy P.


Merced, CA

$41/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Kristy. I have previous experience as an infant/toddler preschool teacher as well as a day care owner. I have 15 early child development units. I am also a mother of five daughters ages 22-29, a 12-year-old granddaughter and 2 infant grandsons. I am trustworthy, reliable, responsible and a fun loving person. I've...
Kristy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Trustline Certified

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kristy was a wonderful nanny for our little girl! She is caring, nurturing, experienced, and very professional. We interviewed several applicants and Kristy gave us the most confidence in her abilities. Having children of her own, as well as owning her own daycare...

Ashley N.

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Cassandra Z.


Merced, CA

$19-20/hr6 yrs exp

At a very young age, I was taught to care for others. With 10 nieces and nephews I have always been the responsible one to care and look after them all. I have lots of experience with newborns, toddlers, and children with special needs. I also have my AA in Psychology and am working on my bachelors at UC Merced in hopes of...
Cassandra can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cassandra was our baby sitter for years. She is very energetic and creates a great bond with children. One of the best you can have!"

Claudia Q.

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Robin M.


Merced, CA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children other than my own for 10+ years. I enjoy working with children as well as doing arts and crafts and occasionally going to the library or park for outings. I enjoy reading to children as well as listen to them read. I have worked with children from infants to school age. Please feel free to contact me.
Robin can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Robin is very professional. She does a great job. "

James E.

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Robin M.


Merced, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver,

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy helping people and their families. It's not easy for everyone to care for their loved ones and get their homes clean, that's where I come in and help out....
Robin can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, oven cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning & more
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Robin M.


Merced, CA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years experience with care giving. I have worked with clients who have had Cerebral Palsy, MS, and some Dementia patients. I am available to do light house keeping, food prep, and errands when needed. It is important to me to be on time and do a great job for those I'm caring for.
Robin can also help with: Hospice services, personal care
5.0
"Robin was with us during a difficult time with my mom. She came in and did the things that needed doing and made it much easier for us to deal with all that was going on. She went out of her way to make things safe for my mom and kept the house running perfectly....

Alice T.

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Stephanie M.


Merced, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Super Loving And Outgoing Sitter

Hello there! My name is Stephanie, I am 23 years of age, a full time college student majoring in psychology, and I love children! Ever since I was a young girl, I loved being a big sister to my younger siblings. I always wanted to care for them and be around them 24/7! I truly enjoy looking after children of all ages! I'm such a...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Thank you so much again Stephanie you were amazing as always. I am so happy/ relieved I have someone like you to depend on right now! Stephanie you at amazing! OMG I will be calling again because they have not stopped talking about all the fun they had with you and...

Jessika R.

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Ysabel H.


Merced, CA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Ysabel and I am 21 years old. I have worked as a personal assistant for a retired teacher for five years. This job included meals, and house keeping. For as long as I can remember, I have loved to clean and organize. I can get the job done!
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Diana A.


Merced, CA

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone my name is Diana. I'm currently living in Merced, I have a 5 and 8-year-old who love it when they have other friends to play, I would provide references if needed and I like to do a meet and greet before hand. Please contact me with any questions you may have. I'm looking forward on meeting and speaking with you...
Diana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We love Diana! She is so kind and sweet with the kids. I would definitely hire her again! "

Julie B.

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Alyssa M.


Merced, CA

$17-30/hr8 yrs exp

Great Babysitter

Hello, my name is Alyssa and I'm 33years old. Since I was really young I've always enjoyed taking care of babies and little kids. I'm experienced with older kids too. I have been a volunteer assistant at my church's daycare and I have 3 nieces that I watch sometimes. I have completed six units of Early Childhood Education...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Alyssa has babysat my children for the past 10 years since they were infants. She has always been professional, respectful, fun, and extremely caring. "

Lyndsey G.

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Theresa K.


Merced, CA

$16/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I've been working with kids for about 3 years now, ages ranging from 6 - 13 years old, but am willing to work with any age group. Looking to start immediately. I do weekly babysitting gigs now, and have for the past few months. I've also worked at a sleep away camp where I was in charge of being there for a group of 12 kids,...
Theresa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Valerie V.


Merced, CA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available

I am an experienced babysitter. Ages from infant to 6 years old. Previous jobs included picking children of from school, help complete homework assignments, and prepare meals. I am a perfect candidate because I have two children of my own and would give your child the care he/she needs! I know what it takes to be a responsible...
Valerie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Paulette G.


Merced, CA

$18-50/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Daycare Manager, Supervisor, And Babysitter

My most recent previous employer was a private preschool and elementry school in St. Anthony's Catholic School, where I was a supervisor and manager of their after school daycare. Soon there-after, my supervisor noticed my talent for not only caring for as many as 21 children at a time, but for my ability to bond with the...
Paulette can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
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Khloe T.


Merced, CA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Nanny

Hi ya! If you are looking for a fun, kind, Jesus loving sitter you're in the right place!! Some of job duties for families included ... house sitting, pick up from school, changing diapers, cooking dinner, cleaning, over night watching, pre-making lunches, and putting kids to bed. I am comfortable with babies, young children,...
Khloe can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

I have many nieces and nephews that I have cared for over the years, I love kids and enjoy being around them
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
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Alyssa M.


Merced, CA

$16-25/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Lover Available Part Time!

HI: I provide pet sitting services in the Merced area. I worked for about 2 years as an assistant in the grooming department and I love all sorts of pets. I have a cat, guinea pig and a rabbit, so I am used to a variety of animals.
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Merced, CA

Tara H.

5.0

Tara was super helpful in watching our 2 year old! She's friendly, relaxed and punctual. Our daughter usually is shy around new people but took to Tara immediately and clearly had a fun time with her.

- Michael And Anna B.

Bianca M.

5.0

Bianca did occasional baby sitting for my husband and I so we could go on dates. Four of our kids have quite some energy so we were reluctant that she always felt up for our date nights. Our children looked forward to us going on date nights, because that meant Bianca would be coming over.

- Leticia G.

Tatiana I.

5.0

Tatiana was super patient with my little guy! Very attentive. Would definitely hire again.

- Care member

Jadelyn S.

5.0

Jade is such an amazing babysitter. She watched my 6 month old, 3yo, and 11yo! My kids love her. Highly recommend!

- Stephani S.

Douashee X.

5.0

She has a very positive attitude and is amazing with my children! I am so happy she accepted the position

- Gabrielle B.

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Average Rating4.8 / 5

Babysitters in Merced, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 90 listed babysitters.