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192 babysitters are listed in Palo Alto, CA
The average rate is $26/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Palo Alto, CA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I came from a family full of children and I am always watching a child or baby. I have been a professionally baby sitter and nanny but I also babysit for family and friends if need be from the ages of 7 months to 9 years old. I enjoy children. I take them to the park and play with or if they have toys, play with them. The...
Marquisha can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"We love Marquisha! Our son adores her. She is very flexible and accommodating to times and schedules."
Amy M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Brenda and I am currently a senior in college studying sociology. I know Spanish and some Portuguese. I have been a babysitter/nanny for almost 6 years. I love spending time with children and getting to know them. With me, your child will be in good hands and I am more than happy to help around with other tasks if...
Brenda can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Brenda helped take care of our 4 year old son, who's a ball of energy especially after day care has been closed for a while. Brenda would play with him for hours in the yard, and read many books with him during cool down sessions. My son, who's usually more...
Shu N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have grown up looking after younger children. I spent many years nannying for family friends, full-time, every summer. They had four kids all under 12. When I started, they had 3 children, so I'm comfortable with all ages. From then on, I have done part time work for a few families when ever I can. I most recently worked full...
Zoey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Zoey Literally Is The Best! My Boys ( 1 & 8 ) Love Her ! They Ask For Her All The Time. My Youngest Warmed Up To Her So Fast, He Doesn't Even Realize I'm Gone When She's With Them. She Is Also Great With Our Fur Baby! She Is Great With My Kids & Always There When...
Brandi T.
Ferihan B.
Palo Alto, CA
$35-45/hr • 4 yrs exp
Ferihan 27 Experienced Nanny - Babysitter / Mountain View California
5.0
(7)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
currently I am on my annual vacation and I will be back to work after April 27!
Hi Families, I really appreciate your interest but sometimes I already booked my schedule with other families, if you can get in contact with me by message would be great to set up a time!
Here's a summary of my experience and certifications:...
Ferihan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Hi, we got to know our babysitter Ferihan through a referral. We couldn’t be luckier. Both of our kids (1.5y and 3.5y) loved her and cooperated with her greatly. We are super grateful and she felt like a part of our family. She’ll be very much missed in our home. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a career nanny with over a decade of experience caring for children ranging in age from newborns to 15-year-olds. My passion is working with infants and toddlers and helping them achieve developmental goals and learn about the world around them. I have worked with several families from different backgrounds and prioritize...
Dalia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dalia was incredibly easy and pleasant to interview. Her connection with our kids was the same and immediate. She's a great communicator who kept me in the loop regarding the kids and took direction very well. Dalia is professional yet nurturing and it is clear...
Leslie L.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Christine, and I am a Preschool Teacher who works for a high-quality childcare center in Los Altos. I have a BA in Child Development from SJSU, and am First-Aid and CPR certified. I am fluent in English and Spanish. I have 15+ years of experience working in the childcare field as an infant/toddler teacher, preschool...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
4.0
"Christine worked with my 2.5 year old daughter while I was at home spending some one on one time with my son, keeping her entertained and happy, which takes some skill. My daughter never complained or looked for me while she was with Christine. She also took both...
Heather D.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Juliana. I have been in the bay area for a 1 year. I used to live for 15 years in New Jersey. I'm located in Palo Alto, CA. I'm a calm, kind, and engaging nanny with over 14 years of experience providing exceptional care to children from newborn to 14 years old. I communicate positively with children of all...
Juliana can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Juliana through an agency to watch our 6 month old baby and 3 year old son from 7:30am to 6pm for a week. She was punctual, reliable and friendly. She took excellent care of the baby and engaged well with our high energy toddler. She also helped with...
Clair M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
A little bit about me-
I moved from Connecticut to California and am currently living in Palo Alto. I have 10+ years of babysitting and nannying experience. I started out babysitting occasionally for people in my family and once I got a bit older I started working for families in need of occasional/date night sitting. I have...
Donna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Donna was a life saver for us when we needed a sitter in a pinch! She came over last minute to watch our 18 month old (who loved her) for a few hours. She was super communicative, shared all the info we asked and was really flexible despite our disorganization....
Rubin K.
Norma O.
Palo Alto, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello!
My name is Norma. I am 35 years old. Grew up in the Bay Area. I started babysitting at the age of 16. I have experience with children of all ages. I'm a mother myself. I consider myself a patient, lovable and trustworthy person. Love taking walks to the park, read a book, board games, Arts&crafts. I Help around the house...
Norma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Norma it's a great person and hard worker, she's always happy and willing to help others person like her it's nice to have around "
Joel A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Cauanny can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"She was so helpful she cleaned and she tutored and she did all my 14 errands that I had to do and she went extra by cooking and feeding my 10 kids with healthy foods and got them a lot of exercise and did all the chores she also came 10 minutes early.I would...
Liana B.
Angeles P.
Palo Alto, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Angeles P. E.palo Alto CA / 46 Yrs Old 14 Experience Full Time
5.0
(1)
My experience with children varies. I have worked with children of many ages. I myself have children. I am a very responsible person that enjoys working with children of any age. I do all sorts of activities with children and enjoy playing outdoors , reading, board games, etc. I have worked in a child care services for about a...
Angeles can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Angeles is a terrific nanny. She was 100% reliable and flexible with my odd schedule. The kids loved her!"
Robin A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as independent, hardworking, and respectful.
I love working with kids because it gives me the opportunity to celebrate the little things everyday, whether it's a simple advancement in their learning journey or just watching them smile and play.
I started working with kids when I was 14 at a summer...
Jala can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"It was our first time using a babysitter for our 8 month old and Jala made the experience as easy as possible. She provided backup care while my son's daycare was closed and everything was great! My son seemed excited to meet her and she was great with him!"
Care member
Sabina C.
Palo Alto, CA
$48/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I love bebes, I care for the family's and try to be part of the care of the familys and I have 10 of experience..
I am patient I adore children how good they are in confidence and I like to take care of them
5.0
"Muy linda persona y responsable educada cariñosa muy respetuosa y ase todo con mucho amor y muy responsable con niños y con su trabajo "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Toda mi vida en linpiado sacas y mi casa y trabajo me gusta la linpiesa y me gusta k las personas ygual les guste como trabajo
Sabina can also help with: General room cleaning
5.0
"Actitud.respeto y responsabilidad "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
12+ years of experience, from newborns to teenagers. Mom of a 20 months old boy wanting to go back to work and willing to do a nanny share with my son, or a part time. Active, love outdoors and fun activities. Flexible, punctual and reliable. Clean record available. CPR certified. Own car. Native Spanish speaker and excellent...
Jorgelina can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jorgelina is one of the most reliable people I've met. She's always upbeat and spreads joy to anyone who is around her, especially children. "
Flavia F.
Yenifer R.
Palo Alto, CA
$35-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Yenifer I am a woman lady with the cleaning talent. I love cleaning and keep organizing and clean. I am college student but I am looking for a part time job starting next year.. I am looking for a part time housekeeper job. From 1-6 Monday Wednesday Thursday Friday and Saturday.
Yenifer can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, vacuuming and/or mopping, bathroom cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Yenifer is a very special young woman with an excellent work ethic and a great deal of personal drive. She is very lovely and charismatic. She gives a lot of care and attention to detail in her cleaning. She would be a wonderful person to have work for your family."
Carrie L.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I've volunteered with elderly life programs at hospitals and have experience caretaking at home. I'd love to help out wherever possible!
Austin can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"Austin has been a very patient companion with my elderly mother for over a year. He does well to encourage exercise and perform physical therapy activities. Any feedback or recommendations provided to him are met with very positive responses. We are sad to see him...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced caregiver bringing 15 year's of dedicated patient caring for elderly and disabled patients, live- in and patients visit providing focused, dedicated care to all patients , valid driver's license and clean driving record. patients care and well-being include healthcare, tracheostomy, bowel stimulation, suction...
Kalisi can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Not enough words to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation for Kalisi. She’s a true angel on Earth! Always on time and ready to help. Highly highly recommend! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
hello my name is Gladis , Im a very lovely and caring person , I been working for many families in my past 20 years , I have more than 20 years of experience , I love drawing and crafts , I love children and enjoy helping them learn & grow at every stage of their lives . I am a very responsible nanny , reliable and caring person...
Gladis can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Gladis is the most wonderful nanny – she's cared for my daughter up until starting preschool, and my daughter loves her dearly.
Gladis helped us, as first-time parents, to navigate infant and toddler growth stages, recently working with our little one to...
Mark S.
Veronica D.
Palo Alto, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Veronica, I have 10 years of experience. Previously worked for two amazing families. I am also very reliable, responsible, energetic and love to take kids to the park, library read books to them. help them with their growth and hit their mile stones. I am willing to help around the house with house chores. I...
Veronica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Veronica is an excellent caregiver for young children. She is on time and follows instructions, and our children really like her. "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Palo Alto, CA
Marquisha C.
5.0
Marquisha has been a wonderful babysitter for our 2 year old daughter. She spends 3 evenings each week with us. She is cheerful, playful, patient, and very gentle with kids. She's also conscientious and careful about safety and security -- something we appreciate. She picks up our daughter from...
- Temina M.
Brenda P.
5.0
Brenda helped take care of our 4 year old son, who's a ball of energy especially after day care has been closed for a while. Brenda would play with him for hours in the yard, and read many books with him during cool down sessions. My son, who's usually more reserved around stranger, immediately got...
- Shu N.
Zoey R.
5.0
Zoey is amazing! So glad I found her. She exceeds every expectation- always on time, never missed a scheduled pickup or event, and always kept up with kid-related tasks (laundry, meal prep). She's also a joy to be around, super-creative (always on line looking for craft ideas etc) and keeps kids...
- Anne P.
Ferihan B.
5.0
Hi, we got to know our babysitter Ferihan through a referral. We couldn’t be luckier. Both of our kids (1.5y and 3.5y) loved her and cooperated with her greatly. We are super grateful and she felt like a part of our family. She’ll be very much missed in our home.
- Care member
Dalia P.
5.0
Dalia was incredibly easy and pleasant to interview. Her connection with our kids was the same and immediate. She's a great communicator who kept me in the loop regarding the kids and took direction very well. Dalia is professional yet nurturing and it is clear that she is committed to the care of...
- Leslie L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Palo Alto, CA:
How can I find a Palo Alto babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Palo Alto, 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 192 babysitters in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, CA?
The average rate for Palo Alto, CA babysitters on Care.com is $26.01 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 Palo Alto, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Palo Alto, CA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 76 reviews of the 192 listed babysitters.