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3,392 babysitters are listed in San Diego, CA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in San Diego, CA
5.0
(12)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Baha, and I am currently a middle school teacher. I was a substitute teacher for two years before becoming a full time Education Specialist, as well as having over 10 years of experience being a nanny. So suffice to say, I have experience with all age groups, including newborns.
I am available most...
Baha can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
Trustline Certified
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We really appreciated Baha. She is punctual and professional. My son appreciated her bubbly personality and she was great at calming him down in the night when he woke up upset. Would definitely rehire if we're in the SD area again."
Robin L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Monica and I am looking forward to seeing if I'm a good fit for your family :) I have a BA from San Diego State University and over 8 years of experience in childcare. I just finished working with a family in San Francisco, nannying for a little girl from 3 months to 18 months. I moved back to SD to start my own...
Monica can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Monica was a wonderful childcare provider for our son who has special needs. He loved spending time with her. She came to our house and kept him occupied sometimes while we were home and often so that we could go out and have a date night."
Taymar P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am friendly, nurturing and super energetic. I am a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant and have experience working in the school setting working with kids ranging from grades preschool - sixth grade. I have over nine years of experience taking care of children. I am happy to help with babysitting during date nights. I am...
Justine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Justine is very flexible and caring about the children in her care. She was wonderful and I am very pleased with the care she provided to my daughter. "
Rachel M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello :) My name is Amina, I am 28 years old. I began babysitting at a very young age. I have 4 younger sisters whom I practically raised, showered, clothed, fed and helped with assignments. I know how to engage with younger kids as well as older teens. I have experience with diaper changing, cleaning and cooking, laundry,...
Amina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"She was amazing! This was the first time I have left my 9 month old baby with a babysitter and made us feel very comfortable and my son love her. I got lots of pictures and updates while she was here! Love her and will be using again!"
Dylan D.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Retired from IT
Received High School French certificate (Baccalaureate)
Bachelors in Mathematics PUC - SP
Master Degree Project Management USP - SP
I have raised two daughters and my 7-year-old granddaughter since birth.
I speak fluently French, Portuguese, and Italian.
I worked for a computer hardware company for 8 years,...
Vera can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Vera is amazing! She's been caring for our youngest daughter since she was 3 months old. She is warm, kind and extremely caring. She is full of energy and plans fun things for the day. Our daughter absolutely loves her and has the biggest smile on her face when she...
Andrea D.
4.8
(15)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
I am a part-time babysitter/nanny originally from Chicago and (happily!) relocated to sunny San Diego, CA. I have over 11+ years of experience in caring for children of all ages (as young as 2 months and as old as high school!). I am also a Master-level educator with a teaching license and expertise in English/Language Arts &...
Marisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Marisa took fantastic care of our twin baby girls. It was a big deal for both of us to go out for the first time but we felt confident the twins would be safe and well taken care of with Marisa. We were thrilled with her professionalism and would definitely hire...
Hilary S.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello - I have 7 years combined childcare experience including being a full-time nanny, babysitter, and pod teacher during pandemic times for children 5 weeks old to 16 years old.
I have been described by families, as caring, energetic, silly, fun, reliable and trustworthy. I'm fluent in English and Spanish. Arts and crafts...
Briana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bri took care of our 1 year old daughter for about 7 months in 2021-2022. Our daughter loves her and so do we!
Bri is mature, reliable, knowledgeable, and caring. She took our daughter on daily outings including the park, swim class, zoo and playgrounds. She...
Hiroki S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Currently pursuing a masters degree at UC San Diego. I offer 12 years of childcare experience and proficiency in assimilating into a new family culture. In addition to my professional nanny experience with high profile families in Los Angeles, I am an experienced meal planner and cook, babysitter, pet, and house sitter. I am...
Tammany can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Tammany for a few years and implicitly trust her with the welfare of my children. The kids love Tammany! When I go to leave the kids will barely say goodbye because they are having so much fun playing with Tammany. The kids will put down their...
Tracy F.
Ana A.
San Diego, CA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Looking for a Part-/Full- Time Opportunity
4.7
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have approximately 10+ years experience working with children who range in age from infant to 14 years. My most recent experience working with families has been as a social worker and currently working with a family that has a 2-year-old and a 7-year-old.
In addition to my experience, I also have a BA in Child and Adolescent...
Ana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Ana is great! My kids really like her and she is easy to talk to and work with. My needs are usually last minute and she has always been very gracious and flexible about it. Would love to have her more. "
Marie B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my names Lucy!
I am a kind, authentic, funny, dependable, and a pretty cool gal. I worked in childcare for over 7 years, having a blast with kids of all ages and developmental abilities. Being a behavioral therapist for 3 years as made me very patient and caring teacher. I ensure the best of care of the kids I watch and...
Lucy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Gracie. I was born and raised in San Diego and have a passion for working with children and helping the family members of those children with their everyday needs. On top of providing 15 years of excellent and attentive childcare and pet care, I have experience helping families with other household or personal-related...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gracie has been like a member of our family for years. She started when we only had an 18-month-old and has helped us as our family has grown to a family of five. I've had many babysitters and she is by far the most energetic and engaged with the children. I deeply...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 26-year-old finance professional looking for part time child care opportunities in the San Diego area. I am currently looking for opportunities after 5 p.m. during the week and any time on the weekends but may have more availability depending on the week and my workload. I have years of child care and pet sitting...
Aya can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aya was amazing. She was so easy to communicate with and very punctual. She made me feel at ease since it was our first time using Care.com. She was great with our daughter who loved playing with her. Would highly recommend and will be using again myself:)"
Catie L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I possess nearly a decade's worth of experience in working with children of all ages as both a caretaker/babysitter and a private tutor.
My background in philosophy and mathematics gives me an encompassing understanding of all subjects taught to kids in school, but I believe it is my degree in social and behavioral sciences...
Jaden can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I have a 3 year old and a 7 month old. I have had a lot of babysitters in the past. Jaden is by far the best. His ability to enter into their world is second to none. I moved cross country, but my 3 year old still asks "where is Jaden.""
Reid B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello Parents!
My name is Adela and I have been living in Ranch since 2009, with my Family.
I have over 15 years of experience as a bi-lingual Nanny, responsibly caring for babies & toddlers.
I love my job and the parents I work with consider me a sweet, patient, dedicated and creative child care professional.
Many of the...
Adela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We truly enjoyed Adela and she is very professional. Our daughter (watched her from about 9mos to 2.5 yrs.) loved her and still asks about her since we've moved out of the area."
Mujaji L.
5.0
(3)
Hi! I have many years of experience in both as needed babysitting jobs and also as a consistent nanny during the summertime, all ages. I love to get outside and go for walks, ride bikes, play at the park, and beach! I like to do creative activities with the kids and play games, art, and color. I'm a very neat and organized...
Holly can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Holly looked after my 3 young boys while we were on vacation in San Diego. Holly was flexible and easy going with our schedule. She was very interactive with my children, playing games and making art with them. She also fed them and got them all to bed. My boys...
Sarah F.
Valerie M.
San Diego, CA
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Who Loves Children. Pursuing Pediatric Occupational Therapy.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Valerie. I am a pediatric occupational and have over 10 years of experience working with children and taking care of pets. I am CPR certified and have a car for transportation. I love to educate and be creative. I am looking forward to meeting you and your family :)
Valerie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Valerie was great! She babysat our 2 month old for our first date night out. Arrived early and was very kind. We highly recommend her she's the best!"
Kayla C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Rhona and I am 28 years old from Ireland. I have a bachelors degree in Business with HR but since I've come to America I have fallen in love with childcare again! I have four early childhood education units and currently obtaining four more units. I have babysat kids all my life and have worked at...
Rhona can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Rhona is absolutely amazing! She was very responsive and flexible when I was trying to figure out last minute care for my daughter when her daycare shut down for a couple weeks unexpectedly. She was so punctual, flexible with my needs, a very hard worker and...
Deana F.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have taken care of many kids of many different ages. I have actually cared for about 8 or more families from Care. com . All of them had their own schedule, so I am used to various arrangements. I am a fun and caring babysitter. I am very attentive when taking care of children, I don't believe in being on my phone while...
Alondra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"We have loved Alondra since the day she began babysitting for us on occasion for our (at the time) 4 & 6 year old. Over the coarse of more than a year, we've hired her multiple times & have never been disappointed. The kids LOVE her & request her when they know a...
Jillian W.
Maria G.
San Diego, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time, A Babysitter, Expert in Childcare, Looking to Work Mon-Friday with Ages Newborn-12
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am Brazilian, 60 years old. I'm a caring, trustworthy, responsible lady seeking a full time position with a nice and warm family. I have excellent childcare skills with more than 15 years experience caring for newborns, infants, toddlers and school aged children. I have extensive knowledge in providing long-term care for kids,...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
First Aid
5.0
"Maria is a wonderful Nanny. We are lucky to have her for the last year. She took care of our son J. since he was 1 month old. Being a new mom, it's great having someone experienced like her to help with feeding, bottling, bathing, diaper rash, tummy time, and...
Yu X.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
32-year-old professional who loves kids and pets.. feel free to message me if you need someone to babysit, nanny or watch your dogs! I live in the Golden Hill area of San Diego so am central to everything! I am from Boston, where I have a lot of family and friends with young ones. I also nanny part time currently for a...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rachel has been helping our family out for the past few months by caring for our now 7 month old. She has always been super flexible to the never ending changes that come along with an infant. Our son absolutely loves her! Rachel is kind and has a calming energy...
Meg P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Diego, CA
Baha H.
5.0
We really appreciated Baha. She is punctual and professional. My son appreciated her bubbly personality and she was great at calming him down in the night when he woke up upset. Would definitely rehire if we're in the SD area again.
- Robin L.
Monica A.
5.0
Monica watched our 3 year old daughter and 1 year old son for a few months at the beginning of quarantine and we could not have been happier with her. She did a wonderful job of keeping both kids happy and healthy and was incredibly flexible and responsible (both with our family and with respect to...
- Kevin M.
Justine V.
5.0
Justine was awesome! My son loved spending time with her and he asks to have her back again. She was easy to talk to and very dependable. I would definitely hire her again.
- Stacey C.
Amina I.
5.0
She was amazing! This was the first time I have left my 9 month old baby with a babysitter and made us feel very comfortable and my son love her. I got lots of pictures and updates while she was here! Love her and will be using again!
- Dylan D.
Vera B.
5.0
Vera has been so thoughtful and caring in looking after our 18 month old daughter. She is very encouraging which has given our daughter the confidence to try new things. We appreciate how engaged and interactive Vera is with our daughter. Our daughter is excited for Vera to come over and loves her...
- Sophie S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in San Diego, CA:
How can I find a San Diego babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in San Diego, 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 3,392 babysitters in San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA?
The average rate for San Diego, CA babysitters on Care.com is $20.41 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 San Diego, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in San Diego, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 1,691 reviews of the 3,392 listed babysitters.