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135 babysitters are listed in Novato, CA
The average rate is $24/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Novato, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved being around kids and believe they make life fun! I have a surplus of experience with babysitting for several different families as well as experience with tutoring young adults in a variety of classes.
Sarah Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Brianna and I am a tech professional here in Novato! I currently work full-time during the week, but am looking for evening/weekend jobs to help out with additional income which works perfectly because I LOVE kids!
I have been babysitting since I was 13 and am an expert with kids of all ages and backgrounds....
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Brianna was not available for the dates I requested, but she responded promptly and offered to help me find someone to take care of my son. She went out of her way and left a lasting impression on me.
Susan K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there:
I'm Elena original from Chile,, bilingual (Spanish/English) happily with more than 10 years of child care experience around Marin County from newborn to 11 years+.
As a Physical Education Teacher love sports and out side activities , been around children most of my life , now taking them to the park, library, music...
Elena can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
Recent review:
5.0
I'm writing in recommendation for Elena I., who worked for our family in a full time capacity for 5 years starting in 2015 until we moved in 2020. Elena was an extremely responsible caregiver for my two daughters, taking care of everything from meals,...
Meredith L.
4.9
(13)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for senior citizens for 25+yrs. I'm a very reliable, caring, compassionate, easy going, trustworthy, caregiver and CNA. I love to make a difference in my client' s life. I have experience working with Alzheimer's and Dementia.
Veronica can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Recent review:
5.0
Veronica has been a caregiver for my mom since 2021. She has taken care of my mom like her own grandmother. My mom has been paranoid all her life and has a hard time trusting people. My mom was diagnosed with dementia several years ago. Veronica is experienced...
Steve V.
5.0
(2)
I really like caring for children. especially ages from 0 months to 5 years of age. I like very much to see the development in which they can learn to speak. I currently working in preschool Montessori in which he has learned a lot in what is the development of children where there is freedom with discipline and that they can...
Candelaria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Rubi E.
Novato, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am originally from Mexico, and moved to the States 15 years ago. My mom has been a nanny for more than 17 years here in Marin. From her, I learned a lot of things about taking good care of children, so I started babysitting when I was a teenager helping her with the families she was working for by that time. I describe myself...
Rubi can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
Rubi has cared for our now 3 year old boy since he was 1 year old. She is a deeply empathetic, nurturing and responsible caregiver who we have been very fortunate to work with! Rubi has been a pillar for our family, showing up reliably without fail, communicating...
Lauren A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Larissa and I am a third year at UC Davis. I am a biopysch major with goals in working in the health field with children in pediatrics. I have 5 years of experience babysitting for children of all ages. I have babysat up to 3 siblings at a time. I also volunteered at the North Bay Children's Center with newborns...
Larissa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Recent review:
5.0
Larissa babysat our 5 year old daughter for the evening. She was punctual and our daughter had a lot of fun. Definitely recommended
Gray D.
5.0
(2)
Hello my name is Karla, I have 7+ years of experience working with kids 3months to 12 years old. I love working with kids of all ages. I am a full time dental assistant, looking for date night babysitting. I have my CPR/First aid certification. I am very comfortable with pets, as well with cooking and baking. I have my own form...
Karla can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
She is a very responsible girl and hard worker
Diego L.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Anahid. I have always felt like I am part of each family I've worked for; now I always aim for the same type of fulfilling relationship with my new families. I enjoy organizing play dates, reading books to children, doing art projects with the little ones and going on nature walks to develop their sense of curiosity....
Anahid can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Anahid is great - she’s dependable, energetic, and always comes up with fun activities. So glad we found her!
Care member
5.0
(2)
*I am currently only available for: as-needed opportunities in Marin (e. g. date night), clinical Music Therapy (Neurologic Music Therapy is available), and Developmental Consultations for new parents with infants.*
Hi! I'm Elisha. I'm a Board-Certified Music Therapist with 11 years of professional experience, including 4 years...
Elisha can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
MY KIDS- Elisha is not the typical Care.com provider. She's a master's level music therapist who understands children on so many levels. She's got experience with children while providing nanny services during grad school and while serving as a therapist in the...
Monica L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind, creative and passion for my job
I like working with kids because they are very open minded I believe we Can learn new things from kids
I started working with kids when I was -8 I started off with family them I moved in to caring for neighborhood kids and till this day I enjoy it as my job...
Recent review:
5.0
She is a very kind and loving person her personality is out of this world !
She is punctual and you can tell she loves what she does :)
She has been with our family for 8 months and there is not a single complaint of her . My kids love her. She is creative ,...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My experience with children first started with raising my 3 sisters who are about a decade younger than myself. My experience also includes cleaning, changing diapers, playing with them, reading to them at night. I have also taken developmental psychology classes, which provides knowledge to help with their development.
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Karen has been a fantastic nanny for our son. She is kind, loving and playful, it has been such a pleasure to watch Karen and our son interact. She has taught him a lot and we are incredibly grateful for the time we got to spend with her.
Lacey B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I hope you'll consider me for care for you family member. I have years of experience and love my work. I have taken care of people with mobility issues, memory loss, Parkinson disease, and other issues associated with aging. I can be companionable or more on the quiet side, depending on what is needed. I'm easy to get...
Judy can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Recent review:
5.0
Very caring. Very level headed. Knows what the client needs.
George R.
Ibeth H.
Novato, CA
$25-28/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I like working with kids . It is really fun experience because you learn something new each day. I love to spend my free time with kids. I'm working full time for a daycare here in Marin and I also do babysitting on the weekend. In the future I would like to become a pediatrician and give my family a better life. I think kids...
Ibeth can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
I have known Ibeth for almost 5 years. In the last year we have worked together. She is so lovely and kind with the kids. I'm so happy to have a coworker like her :)
Allie R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Patricia, I am 46 years old and I'm very interested in you posting. I have been babysitting in Marin for the past 19 years and I am looking for a full time position, I live in Novato CA, I was full time baby sitter for new born, until 4 years, I am CPR certified and firs Aid, a non smoker, I have a car, I have...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Recent review:
5.0
Patricia is among the best caregivers you can find. Kind, loving, so responsible, professional and reliable, patient and creative. She was our nanny from the time my daughter was 5 months old until almost two, and I can't say enough good things about her. She...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Ainsley. I am currently a sophomore at the University of Nevada, Reno majoring in Elementary Education. I am from Novato and will be coming home for the summer starting May 15th and looking for a summer job! I have 7 years of experience caring for kids of all different ages. I love babysitting/nannying for children! I...
Ainsley can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Ainsley is a great nanny/sitter and very reliable. She has been a wonderful caregiver to our kids and we would absolutely hire her again! We were so lucky to have her.
Erik S.
Jennifer L.
Novato, CA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Jennifer. I am 21 years old. My mom is from El Salvador and my dad is from Belize. I am bilingual. ( English & Spanish) I started out babysitting my baby cousins when I was 14. I loved it so much I became a nanny. I would like to become either a preschool teacher or a pediatric nurse. For now I love being a...
Recent review:
5.0
Jenny was prompt, reliable, flexible, and easy to work with. She got along very well with our 2 year old daughter who is usually very shy with strangers. Jenny made our daughter feel very comfortable and followed all of our instructions. We would definitely hire...
Patty G.
Angi G.
Novato, CA
$30-46/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a very trustworthy, patient and loving person. I feel great satisfaction in helping others. I like to think of myself and others not only as a minor caregiver, but also as a minor companion. I enjoy meeting new people and learning new things. I believe that our minors are a glimpse into our future and should be respected. I...
Angi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Bea.
I am a very experience nanny, I have a great sense of humor, am dedicated, and have a lot of patience. This has gone far in helping me in my previous 31
years of nanny experience!
I have worked for different families in Marin and Petaluma. I have a lot of experience taking care of children from...
Beatriz can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Bea was the most amazing nanny. Our kids loved her. She made the daily routine fun for the kids. They always felt secure and loved with her. I'd recommend hiring Bea without any reservations.
Whitni R.
Rachael D.
Novato, CA
$45-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an outgoing, loving, kind, and responsible caregiver. I have a degree in Early Childhood Development and have over 10 years of experience working with children in some way or another. From being a babysitter to coaching volleyball, working in various preschools, being a camp counselor, and being a live-in-nanny. I...
Rachael can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Rachael has been amazing. We live in Costa Rica and Rachael is from California, but had been temporarily living in Costa Rica prior to when we found each other. We have 3 high maintenance boys (ages 3, 5, & 6) and she handles them with ease, even when major...
Tara M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Novato, CA
Brianna B.
5.0
Brianna was not available for the dates I requested, but she responded promptly and offered to help me find someone to take care of my son. She went out of her way and left a lasting impression on me.
- Susan K.
Elena I.
5.0
I'm writing in recommendation for Elena I., who worked for our family in a full time capacity for 5 years starting in 2015 until we moved in 2020. Elena was an extremely responsible caregiver for my two daughters, taking care of everything from meals, transportation, laundry and more- she cared for...
- Meredith L.
Veronica G.
5.0
Veronica has been a caregiver for my mom since 2021. She has taken care of my mom like her own grandmother. My mom has been paranoid all her life and has a hard time trusting people. My mom was diagnosed with dementia several years ago. Veronica is experienced in dealing with clients with...
- Steve V.
Rubi E.
5.0
Rubi has cared for our now 3 year old boy since he was 1 year old. She is a deeply empathetic, nurturing and responsible caregiver who we have been very fortunate to work with! Rubi has been a pillar for our family, showing up reliably without fail, communicating clearly about Russell and always...
- Lauren A.
Larissa G.
5.0
Larissa babysat our 5 year old daughter for the evening. She was punctual and our daughter had a lot of fun. Definitely recommended
- Gray D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Novato, CA:
How can I find a Novato babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Novato, 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 135 babysitters in Novato, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 Novato, CA?
The average rate for Novato, CA babysitters on Care.com is $24.06 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 Novato, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Novato, 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 Novato, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Novato, CA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 79 reviews of the 135 listed babysitters.