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139 babysitters are listed in Thousand Oaks, CA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Thousand Oaks, CA
3.0
(2)
I have been babysitting local kids since I was 15. I have been in a theater company for 5 years working with the kids mainly. I have experience with minor disabilities as well, since my little brother has some special needs.
Kaitlin can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kaitlin has been great with our son; she's been with us since he was 6 months and now he's five. She's considerate and always has gone above and beyond. Our son loves her. "
Valerie A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Welcome! Thank you for reviewing my profile for candidacy :-)
A little bit about me, Madigan:
- I am an energetic, responsible, outgoing, and fun-loving 33-year-old woman.
- I have been nannying on and off for the past 17 years and have two younger siblings (ages 20 and 17), both of whom I've helped raise.
- Additionally, I...
Madigan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Madigan is a dependable professional. Our two daughters enjoyed their time with her, whether it was working on homework, going to the library, or a fun outing together. We could always depend on her to arrive on time, even early in the morning. She drove our...
Valeri T.
Sonje F.
Thousand Oaks, CA
$25-41/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Carer, Pet Sitter, Babysitter, Housecleaning, etc.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been an English Nanny for over 30 yrs. Originally from UK , Mary Poppins has nothing on me! I adore the elderly, children and all animals. I have over 10 yrs experience looking after the elderly, I am a fun loving individual that enjoys helping others.
Sonje can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"I have been paralyzed for 37 years and have had hundreds of caregivers. Sonje is one of the best. Dependable, reliable and a joy to have work for me!"
Don K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for over 20 years. I enjoy reading to kids and outdoor activities. I am originally from England and I have been in the USA for over 30 years. I am currently taking care of seniors which I really enjoy. I am available most evenings.
Sonje can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have been paralyzed for 37 years and have had hundreds of caregivers. Sonje is one of the best. Dependable, reliable and a joy to have work for me!"
Don K.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Caty (Caitlin).
My experiences nannying began when I was 15. My best friend's Aunt had her son and he was the first baby I took care of until his four other brothers came along after him. All of them a year or two apart. I took care of all of them into their early childhood years.
That being said I am 28...
Caitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Caty is an exceptional babysitter who went above and beyond in caring for our 4-year-old. During the challenging times of COVID-19, she adapted seamlessly, following all necessary protocols and becoming a trusted family friend. Her genuine love for children,...
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5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Michelle and I'm 25 years old. I received three AA degrees in Early Childhood Education, Social and Behavior Sciences, and Liberal Studies. I also received my AS in Child Development. I'm currently studying to get my BA in Early Childhood Education and trauma studies. I have experience as an assistant...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Michelle was great with my 9 and 5 year old. I absolutely plan on having her babysit again. "
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5.0
(2)
Hello! I am a animal loving professional and mom to a college aged kiddo. I work 3 days a week in a patient care setting in the hospital but love to pet sit, care for your animals and do errands and home care in my free time while my husband goes back to school.
My work schedule varies each week so besides pet sitting, I am...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Jennifer has taken care of our dog on numerous occasions and is loving, caring and totally reliable. I would recommend her as a kind and responsible caregiver. Our dog Dexter goes crazy with excitement when he sees her!"
Alison M.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I am a newborn and young infant specialist.
I am also a very dedicated, hardworking, and trustworthy individual with great references. I am very warm, nurturing, and responsible. I love children and pets more than anything I can think of! I am a very flexible person and can work with most schedules and requests for...
Sandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"If I could, I'd give 6 out of 5 stars to Sandi. I can easily (and honestly) say that she is amazing! Sandi's not only a kind person, but she is so caring and loving towards my son. Their relationship melts my heart and I am completely at ease leaving the house...
Kaitlin N.
Danny M.
Thousand Oaks, CA
$41/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families 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...
Danny can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"We absolutely love Danny! He is great with our 13 year old son, always on time, and has wonderful disposition. We regularly use him and would highly recommend him to anyone."
Marti H.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I'm ONLY available for either date nights, occasional childcare backup,
or even part time until you find your forever nanny!
I'm bonded and have many references outside of care. com with years of experience.
I am not a nanny anymore, because I'm doing part time flexible hours in senior care as a private assistant to the...
Catherina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
Early Education
5.0
"Catherina was a dream come true. She was thoughtful, caring, honest, dependable, and always went above and beyond in each task she did. She cared for my first child part time from age 3 months-6 months before I had to move out of the area. I was so impressed with...
Lauren K.
Edma O.
Thousand Oaks, CA
$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi Im Aislin, Im 22 And In College Doing My Prerequisites For Nursing.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting for almost a year now, I love working with kids. I'm still in school doing my pre-reqs for nursing and this is my favorite way to de-stress. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping.
Edma can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Love her! Lots of energy and treats my daughter like a baby sister!"
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Aimee T.
Thousand Oaks, CA
$32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun Loving, Honest, Attentive, Nurturing, Experienced Household Assistant
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a enthusiastic, and experienced full time nanny & household assistant who adores children and pets. I have over 20 years experience. I am CPR & infant child First Aid certified. I am also Trust line certified with a background check and fingerprinting. My number one priority is keeping your precious little ones safe. I...
Aimee can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Very reliable, courteous & experienced. A++"
Charles B.
Stacy R.
Thousand Oaks, CA
$22-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I don't have any kiddos of my own I love kids. I have been babysitting as a second job for many years and I really enjoy it! I've stayed in touch with all of the families that I've worked for, :)
Stacy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"We were SO fortunate to have found Stacy! She watched our 11mos old for three nights when we were in town for a wedding. I was nervous because our baby has been super attached to me.
Stacy offered to face time to get to know our little one in the weeks prior -...
Manasi K.
Kelly C.
Thousand Oaks, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Kelly. I'm 34 with reliable transportation and a valid CPR-card and I'm interested in taking care of your children, even if it's for date nights over night or even pet sitting as well. I have great experience in taking care of infants and babies and older children. I have been babysitting/Nanny for over 15...
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kelly is a great and responsible sitter who really went above and beyond with her job duties. She has a great personality and is very nurturing and respectful. We will definitely use her again and recommend her to others! "
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Cortney T.
Thousand Oaks, CA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Cortney, I'm 31, married and I have two small children under the age of 2. I'm looking for a full time job, I love kids/elderly Im very passionate about caring for them. I used to babysit my friends children and I use to be a caregiver for the elderly and my grandfather in he's later days.
Cortney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is great with kids!! Very patient and kids have so Much fun with her. She will always be my first choice when I need someone "
sarah H.
5.0
(1)
I love pets. I have always had at least one dog and cat in my house my entire life. I also used to have 3 racing horses! I love little fur babies as much as I love the kids I watch. Please feel free to contact me if you feel we are a good match !
Kaitlin can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Kaitlin, and I would like to help you! I am currently enrolled in college full time, and work as a nanny in the evenings, but am willing in the mornings and all day on the weekends. Being a nanny, I am put in a multidimensional position, including, maid, chauffeur, personal cook, shoulder to cry on, role model,...
Ashley D.
Thousand Oaks, CA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Organized, Time Flexible, Punctual Nanny Looking For Summer Position
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents! My name is Ashley. I have 14 years of experience in various positions of childcare. I began babysitting at the age of 14 and I worked at a summer camp with children ages 5-18 for three summers in a row. I have also worked at multiple primary, elementary, middle and high schools in different positions such as...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley was such a help with our 4 year old daughter! She was very flexible with our hours and our needs. She always honored our time and was very punctual. She did all the lessons we had planned and read to our daughter a ton. She supplied the proper amount of...
Crystal J.
5.0
(4)
Strong male with 20 years ICU/CATH LAB/CNA Experience. BSN obtained in 2005 at the University of Tennessee. Trained at Emory University in the CVICU directly after college. ACLS/BLS certification up to date. Have worked nationally working with multiple cultures and ethnicities. Strong experience in Neurological, Cardiovascular,...
Jonathan can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Jonathan is a very caring and compassionate nurse. He is constantly going above and beyond to care for his patients."
Anton V.
Alyssa B.
Thousand Oaks, CA
$18-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. I'm Alyssa, 18 years old andI have been babysitting for six years and I absolutely adore it. I have experience babysitting for families with 1-3 kids, ages ranging from infants to 12-year-olds. I have also volunteered at Girl Scout camp, soccer camps, and outdoor school. I love being with...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa is the best! She is kind, responsible, and FUN! My kids always ask if she’s babysitting because they love when she does. She always has some fun games or toys for them to play with, is very loving, and is able to be firm when needed. She can handle putting...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Thousand Oaks, CA
Kaitlin H.
5.0
Kaitlin has been great with our son; she's been with us since he was 6 months and now he's five. She's considerate and always has gone above and beyond. Our son loves her.
- Valerie A.
Madigan B.
5.0
Madigan is a dependable professional. Our two daughters enjoyed their time with her, whether it was working on homework, going to the library, or a fun outing together. We could always depend on her to arrive on time, even early in the morning. She drove our daughter home from school safely every...
- Valeri T.
Sonje F.
5.0
Sonje has been so helpful & supportive assisting me with care for my 99-year-old mom. Her knowledge & passion for helping the elderly it's such a comfort to me I would highly recommend her in a heartbeat.
- Susan C.
Sonje F.
5.0
I have been paralyzed for 37 years and have had hundreds of caregivers. Sonje is one of the best. Dependable, reliable and a joy to have work for me!
- Don K.
Caitlin W.
5.0
Caty is an exceptional babysitter who went above and beyond in caring for our 4-year-old. During the challenging times of COVID-19, she adapted seamlessly, following all necessary protocols and becoming a trusted family friend. Her genuine love for children, creativity, and dedication created a...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Thousand Oaks, CA:
How can I find a Thousand Oaks babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Thousand Oaks, 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 139 babysitters in Thousand Oaks, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Thousand Oaks, CA?
The average rate for Thousand Oaks, CA babysitters on Care.com is $20.89 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 Thousand Oaks, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Thousand Oaks, 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 Thousand Oaks, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Thousand Oaks, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 110 reviews of the 139 listed babysitters.