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422 babysitters are listed in Oceanside, CA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Oceanside, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Molly, and I love people, especially kids! I am a 2019 BSW graduate from George Fox University in Oregon, and spent my first year outside of college working full-time at a clinic with children who have autism. From 2020 until now I have loved nannying! My experience working with children began 15 years...
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Molly provided in-home care for our son from 4-12 months old and did an excellent job! He loves the outdoors so she would take him on frequent walks and trips to the park. She also played music and games with him to keep things fun. He's always happy on days Molly...
Preston D.
5.0
(1)
I am the eldest of eight children and aunt to 12 beautiful nieces and nephews
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole was awesome. I had a sitter cancel on me and this job was pretty last minute. She responded quickly to all my questions and did a last minute interview. Nicole was personable and very open with the experience she has in babysitting. She arrived on time for...
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I'm a graduate of San Diego State University. I started babysitting over 10 years ago. I used to work as a Residential Counselor at a foster youth group home working with prenatal to 18-year-old, as well as babysit part time. I also worked as a Case Manager for a Maternity Housing Program. I am also First Aid and CPR...
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie was a fantastic fit for our family. She was very responsive through the hiring process, provided great references, and was true to information provided. She arrived early to sit for our four and six year old, immediately clicked with them, and rested all...
Candace S.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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Hello! Let me start off by saying I love children! I have many early childhood education classes under my college belt because I was going to school to be a preschool teacher but with recent changes I've changed my mind and am in a dental assistant program. As of now...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
4.0
"Michelle was very professional and great with our children during our interview and one training day. It didn't work out logistically on our end to hire Michelle long term, but would definitely recommend her to another family."
Jennifer O.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a mature nanny/babysitter. That means a lot of experience. I'm still very active with plenty of energy. I love children and love taking care of them, playing with and teaching them. I have taken elementary education classes and have taught children from kindergarten to elementary, and even preteens and teenagers. I...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for Maria's care and attention to my daughter. She was an invaluable member of our family and I can honestly say that she is the best nanny we could have asked for.
Maria was always patient, kind, and loving. She had a...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking for another long term full time position, if you wanna know more we can talk.
5.0
"Vanesa did a great job! Very easy to work with!"
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have worked with children and their families since 2006 in North County San Diego. I am passionate about providing safe opportunities for children to explore their curiosities while balancing each child's individual needs in alignment with their overall growth and development. Days with me include child-driven mixes of...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Jennifer has worked with me for over 10 years in family childcare. She cares for 4-6 children through the day with love and creativity. The children in her care light up when she arrives. She is enthusiastic when teaching the children about music and art. She is...
Lori B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 44 years of experience caring for children as a teacher, tutor and professional nanny. I have worked with children that have been diagnosed with a form of Autism in addition to caring for a 4 pound preemie that had special medical needs. I have experience tutoring children with ADHD and have also worked with very active...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laura is fantastic. We hired her last minute to help us when our nanny was out. She is friendly, willing to accommodate all needs and requests, and most importantly she is so good with children. She was so attentive and provided helpful tips for us from her wealth...
Jill L.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have been babysitting for 8+ years now! I grew up in a large household with 5 siblings. I'm currently expecting my first little in August! I was a vet assistant for over a year. I'm currently looking into starting online college! I have two small pups of my own. I'm CPR and first aid certified! I have nannied/babysat...
Carleigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My fur babies and kids absolutely adored Carleigh. She has a very sweet disposition with both. Carleigh has kept my children multiple times. She is my go to my person."
Ginny S.
5.0
(4)
I am a former vet assistant with a year and a half of hands on experience in a clinic! I have assisted in pet examinations, performing lab work, caring for animals after surgery, and so much more! I have trained multiple dogs basic commands, along with my pups! I'm capable of handling fur babies with different personality's...
Carleigh can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Carleigh took care of our sweet baby so well! G. has a weird schedule and some digestive issues but she made she that she was always on time and worked around her schedule perfectly. We didn't have to worry about a thing in the world which was such a huge relief! I...
Jennifer P.
Indiah D.
Oceanside, CA
$22-37/hr • 2 yrs exp
Enthusiastic And Dedicated Childcare Professional With A Background In Early Childhood Education.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy working with kids because they bring so much joy, curiosity, and creativity to every interaction. Kids have a unique perspective on the world that is refreshing and inspiring. I love being able to help them learn, grow, and discover new things. It's incredibly rewarding to see the progress they make and the excitement...
Indiah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Indiah is a super caring and thoughtful caregiver! Highly recommend for your kiddos! She goes out above and beyond and exceeds all expectations! "
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Mikya F.
Oceanside, CA
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is mikya. I am 22 years old and am a graduate from Palomar College. I graduated with my associates in Social Behavior Science and my certificate of proficiency in Real estate sales. I have been babysitting for the past 8 years and get along with everyone! I have experience with newborns to young teens. I love...
Mikya can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Reliable and responsible. My boys love her! Would hire again!"
Jessica R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Evangelina. I have experience with children. I am intelligent, friendly, generous, funny and responsible. My brief description would be I'm a fun-loving babysitter. I simply enjoy spending time with children. I love taking children to interactive & fun activities such as the park etc. But I can also spend the...
Evangelina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Evangaline got a huge thumbs-up from our seven-year old, and I appreciated her punctuality (arriving a few minutes early) and flexibility (greeting us with a smile despite the fact our evening out extended an hour later than intended). Very professional, very...
Brad L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Onostee and I'm a loving, reliable, and capable caretaker. I have about 8 years of experience babysitting children from newborns straight out of the hospital to young teens. I've taken care of refugee children and my own nieces and nephew. I can help with light cleaning and laundry as well as meal times. I am passionate...
Onostee can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We highly recommend Onostee for nanny care. Onostee provided excellent care to our 11 to 12 month old baby for a month of child care (we were just visiting family in the area, so a temporary stay, but would have loved to hire her full time if she lived near us)....
Andrea N.
5.0
(2)
Hello, My name is Lohana, I am originally from Brazil, I am 37 years old and I am also a mother of a 8 years old little boy. Being a mother has made me see life differently and I really know how much children means to parents. I want to reassure you that I will always look after your children as I look after mine, with a lot of...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lohana is amazing with children. She is very caring and has great energy! My kids always look forward to whenever they see Lohana. She's not only great with kids but dependable and punctual."
Vanessa S.
4.3
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am very flexible with my time I have babysat kids from months old to 10 years old and I was babysitting a one and a 3-year-old girls where I would teach them Spanish and make them more comfortable with the language! I have also been a nanny for a 7-month-old till he was 10 months and to 2 other 8-month-olds. I am CPR certified...
Selina can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"Selina was very kind and sweet with my 20 month old but unfortunately she cancelled on me twice very last minute. Had she given me more of a heads up or been more up front about her schedule, it would not have been a problem. Aside from her lack of dependability,...
Veronica C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children my whole life from babysitting starting at early age, working at day camps, 5yrs being an elementary school aide for autistic children in mainstream classrooms and now enjoying my nieces and nephews! I also enjoy preparing healthy meals for kids.
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Patricia worked with our family for a year and a half. She nannied for our two youngest kids, aged 2 and 3 and helped with homework and tutoring for our oldest, who is 12. Patricia prepared meals, played with our kids, took them on walks, came up with creative,...
Jill H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey!
I started working as babysitter with
21 years old and love it! I started by watching my younger brother and sister.
I love to see them grow and support them trough the steps of live and that's why I work as babysitter.
Over the last few years, I've worked primarily with infants and toddlers, but I love kids of all ages....
5.0
"Julia was a wonderful baby sitter, very dedicated, punctual, organized and proactive."
Julie A.
Ella S.
Oceanside, CA
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hiya :)
My love of caring for children started as child. I began babysitting my little sister when I was 10 and she was six. I continued to babysit in my home town of Ashland, OR for four years and have experience with all ages. The last four years I focused on getting my BS in Human Physiology from The University of Oregon....
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had the pleasure of having Ella take care of our children during Thanksgiving, and we cannot speak highly enough of her. She is incredibly thoughtful, flexible, and great with our entire family, ranging from the youngest to the oldest members.
Ella demonstrated...
Lauren K.
Sierra S.
Oceanside, CA
$37/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Sierra! I Am 23 Years Old And I Absolutely Adore Working With Kids :)
4.2
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have worked with kids for 2 years in a in home daycare and on & off babysitting. I can proudly say that I adore working with kids because I get to watch them grow and help them learn! It's a beautiful thing to be able to experience things with them and see it through their eyes! I am looking for something long term and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sisi was prompt, courteous, professional and worked really well with our nearly 3 yr old. The only reason we stopped utilizing her services was due to our child getting into a local class. "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Oceanside, CA
Molly P.
5.0
Molly provided in-home care for our son from 4-12 months old and did an excellent job! He loves the outdoors so she would take him on frequent walks and trips to the park. She also played music and games with him to keep things fun. He's always happy on days Molly comes to watch him!
- Preston D.
Nicole C.
5.0
Nicole was awesome. I had a sitter cancel on me and this job was pretty last minute. She responded quickly to all my questions and did a last minute interview. Nicole was personable and very open with the experience she has in babysitting. She arrived on time for the job which is a huge plus. My...
- Care member
Stephanie P.
5.0
Stephanie was a fantastic fit for our family. She was very responsive through the hiring process, provided great references, and was true to information provided. She arrived early to sit for our four and six year old, immediately clicked with them, and rested all my mom angst. We were particularly...
- Candace S.
Michelle K.
4.0
Michelle was very professional and great with our children during our interview and one training day. It didn't work out logistically on our end to hire Michelle long term, but would definitely recommend her to another family.
- Jennifer O.
Maria L.
5.0
I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for Maria's care and attention to my daughter. She was an invaluable member of our family and I can honestly say that she is the best nanny we could have asked for.
Maria was always patient, kind, and loving. She had a wonderful way of connecting with...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Oceanside, CA:
How can I find a Oceanside babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Oceanside, 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 422 babysitters in Oceanside, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Oceanside, CA?
The average rate for Oceanside, CA babysitters on Care.com is $19.69 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 Oceanside, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Oceanside, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 144 reviews of the 422 listed babysitters.