Find babysitters in Ventura, CA that you’ll love

205 babysitters are listed in Ventura, CA

The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years

Babysitters in Ventura, CA

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Jennifer M.


Ventura, CA

$19-29/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm 32 years old, I currently attend Grand Canyon University (all online) and work at KinderCare LLC as lead teacher in the Infant Class. Due to wanting to be closer to my home life, I am looking to leave that position to hopefully provide service for a new family! Meal prepping, packing lunches and snacks, baby food...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jenn watched our daughter from 3 to 15 months. She was so knowledgeable about newborns and babies, it made this first time mom very comfortable. Our daughter grew to have a strong bond with her throughout this time as they enjoyed walks to the park, arts and crafts...

April W.

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Isabella H.


Ventura, CA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Organized Babysitter!

Hi there! My name is Bella, I am 21 years old and am currently studying at Westmont College. I have 5 years of babysitting experience, and a year of nannying. I am happy to help with transporting, cleaning, and creating a fun day with your kids!
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Bella is wonderful. The very first time we met her she was so comfortable and natural with my girls (3 and 4.5). She handily put together some snacks and got them in the car and took them to the park. She came back when I asked and did not try to rush out of the...

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Anna P.


Ventura, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Violin/Piano Teacher/Nanny/Babysitter/Family Assistant

I love taking care of children of all ages. I am a parent myself, former piano teacher, and I have worked as a nanny/babysitter for many years prior. I look forward to hearing from you and learning more about your family. Thank you!
Anna can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anna is a must hire! She was our go to nanny for over a year with our daughter from 2 months old to 15 months old. She not only is extremely thoughtful and very good with communication, she truly loves working with babies, toddlers and people. Can't recommend her...

Hayley H.

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Codie G.


Ventura, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Weekday Nanny Or Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Codie, I am 27 years old and am looking for a full time nannying position :) I have always loved children and have been blessed to have some amazing experiences with them, from babysitting and nannying since the age of 16, to taking early childhood development classes, and also working at a Montessori school as...
Codie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Codie is one of the best sitters I've hired! My kids love her and still talk about her even though she doesn't work for us anymore (she moved away). Always on time, always with a smile, we just love Codie. She drove my kids around town, picked them up from school,...

Mollie B.

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Anna W.


Ventura, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care & Companionship

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was asked to help seniors in their home when I taught yoga and exercise at various senior centers and rehabs and loved doing it, so I stayed with it! I have experience with Parkinson's, Alzheimer's/dementia, frail elder, stroke victims and various other limitations and challenges that seniors may have. I shower, dress,...
Anna can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Anna has helped out both my parents with various tasks for 20 years as they were becoming elderly. She was their companion, driver and caretaker. When my father's dementia became advanced, Anna cared for my father overnight so that he was able to stay home in his...

Kathy O.

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Hayley P.


Ventura, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced English Nanny

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I am an English nanny with 33 yrs of experience with all ages of children. I also have newborn and night nurse experience. I am a loving, caring. trustworthy, reliable nanny and I am looking for a warm loving family. I take my job personally and I love kids the way I would want my kids to be taken care of.
Hayley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Haley was so natural and lovely with my 17 month old son. She is intelligent, grounded, and personable. I'm so glad I hired her and I would certainly recommend her to anyone needing childcare. "

Laura M.

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April E.


Ventura, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is April. I graduated from San Francisco State University with my degree in Sociology. I have worked with children from infants to teens for over 15 years. I am a former Pre-k teacher who loves caring for children. I enjoy seeing children learn new things and enjoy activities they are interested in. Thank you for...
April can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"April was great with my two girls while we attended a wedding. She brought them some art work to keep them busy and put them to bed. She updated me how things were going through text. Highly recommend:)"

Frances S.

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Aminda A.


Ventura, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child care

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I have great organizational skills, communication, classroom management and creativity . I'd describe my personality as creative, caring and loving . I like working with kids because I feel I'm actually making a difference and it's also very rewarding . I'm looking for a job that continues to challenge me and allows some...
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mindy was a great help. She was on time, very professional, flexible and fantastic with my daughter. I would hire her again. "

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Hunter G.


Ventura, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Love Kids

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love children. I have babysat for years now. I am currently 25 years old and have been babysitting since I was 10 years old. Ive been a nanny for the past 4 years.
Hunter can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She loved my kids like they were her own and always early if she was late then there was a good reason why. I wish my kids were younger again so I could rehire her. She is like family"

Mary C.

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Isabella G.


Ventura, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've spent 7 years as a nanny, over 10 years babysitting, and helping with daycare for 17 years. I love kids, and have lots of experience with children from all different ages and paths of life. I'm reliable, responsible, flexible, and on time. I care deeply about your child's life, learning, and happiness - it's very important...
Isabella can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Bella is by far one of the best Nannies we have ever had. She took amazing care of my sweet 2 boys. We love her and she is apart of my family forever. I still plan on using Bella once in awhile. Love you Bella!!! "

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Lisa H.


Ventura, CA

$17-27/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Experienced Nanny Available

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy taking care of kids and pets! I have over 15 years of experience taking care of children between the ages of infant through teenager. Some of my childcare duties have been pick ups and drop offs at school, homework help, driving kids to sports, the park, and other activities, preparing meals/snacks/bottles, reading,...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"My daughter loves Lisa and asks for her to come and play all of the time. She is always dependable and there for us when we need her. She is so nice and I feel very much at ease leaving my daughter in her care. Great babysitter!"

Jamie P.

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Crystal M.


Ventura, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

My List Of Experience:

Hello! I have an extensive background Working with both typically developing students and special needs students. I have a Masters degree in Special Education and my under grad BA degree is in Child Development. I've taught all age groups from infants to high school. I have experience teaching elementary and middle school as...
Crystal can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Our family was in 4-H with Crystal. She was a terrific project leader, skilled in managing groups of children with diverse skills, needs and ages. Activities were always well organized and carried out. She is attentive to safety and cleanliness. Great with animals...

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Tania C.


Ventura, CA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Former Educator And Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Update for fall 2023: Looking for a full time family to help but also interested in babysitting jobs. I come from a big family and I am the oldest of the cousins, I have always loved children and help raise and care for most of my family members. I have done babysitting for friends and family. I am a former History and English...
Tania can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Tania watched our 6 month old son, while we attended a wedding. She was right on time both days, and was flexible and adaptable with watching him in a variety of environments. She was so kind, fun loving, playful, and gentle with him. We really enjoyed having her...

Nisha M.

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Sarah M.


Ventura, CA

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I graduated college in May 2012 from Sacramento State and majored in Family Studies. I have been working with kids since I was 13, whether that was babysitting, being a teacher's aide at preschool or being a gymnastics coach for ages 2 to 16 years old. I have been a nanny for all ages between 9 weeks and 14 years old. In Spring...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Sarah is fantastic, and we feel lucky that we found her. "

Amanda W.

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Zia D.


Ventura, CA

$26-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Zia. I am a grad student studying clinical psychology. I am working towards becoming a child/family psychologist. In my undergrad I studied psychology and child development. I am especially interested in attachment theory and play therapy. In addition my years of experience babysitting, I have also worked as a...
Zia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"Zia has provided excellent care for our children over the past few years! She is professional and reliable, and our children always excited to see her. She is a natural with kids, highly nurturing and compassionate, tons of fun, and always thinking of enjoyable and...

Joshua R.

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Jorie N.


Ventura, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have experience babysitting locally for 5 years now. As a young mother myself, I wanted a job where I could a learn and observe other families approaches at caring for their children, along with helping others. Over the years I've seen many different environments in which children thrive, with that being said I learned...
Jorie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jorie is incredibly attentive and caring! My two kids adore her. Leaving them in her care is incredibly reassuring as I know that she will always keep them safe. I've had a few last minute plans and she's been flexible enough to continue working with me. I...

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Erik F.


Ventura, CA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Erik - College Student/older Brother/caretaker/former Athlete

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a fun-loving and energetic individual with experience working with kids, stemming from my role as an older brother. Seeking a job in childcare to expand my knowledge while ensuring child safety and enjoyment. I gained experience through camp counseling and babysitting, managing various age groups and multiple kids at once....
Erik can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I give a rave review. My kid loved him. I would definitely hire him again."

Alesha G.

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Shawna C.


Ventura, CA

$15-25/hr20 yrs exp

Child caregiver

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I love children. I'm a child caregiver and retired teacher for K-6th grade students. I have volunteered in the nursery at church since I was 10 years old. I have younger and older siblings and love to babysit my 3 nieces and 10 nephews (aged newborn-23y). I'm currently working with a family with a 12y and 14y old boys on M-F...
Shawna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Kids loved spending time with her."

Catherine B.

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Rochelle J.


Ventura, CA

$35-46/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

My name is Rochelle, but most kids call me Shelly for short. I was a classroom teacher for the past 8 years, and missed the chance to be able to have fun without rigorous standards. Before that I worked at a daycare office for 6 years where the ages range from newborn to 10, although I have been experience of 14+ years for all...
Rochelle can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"I posted a job and chose Rochelle because she had specifically mentioned the tasks I needed done which demonstrated to me that she thoroughly read and understood the job. She showed up on time and completed the job with neatness and efficiency. I sense a tremendous...

Tamara B.

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Heather C.


Ventura, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Police Officer And Pet Loving Caregiver Looking For You! Home Healthcare Experience Also.

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Horses, dogs, cats and other indoor critters. Companionship for the animal (s) in your absence. Updates given to you via text photos to see what we're up to that day. I treat your family member like mine! Extremely reliable!
Heather can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, dog training
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Sending our pets to stay with Heather was like sending them to a pet summer camp. She took great care of them and sent us pictures regularly of them being relaxed or having fun at the park. We love our pets as if they were our kids and they were obviously well...

Denise A.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ventura, CA

Jennifer M.

5.0

Jenn watched our daughter from 3 to 15 months. She was so knowledgeable about newborns and babies, it made this first time mom very comfortable. Our daughter grew to have a strong bond with her throughout this time as they enjoyed walks to the park, arts and crafts and even beach days! Jenn would be...

- April W.

Isabella H.

5.0

Bella is wonderful. The very first time we met her she was so comfortable and natural with my girls (3 and 4.5). She handily put together some snacks and got them in the car and took them to the park. She came back when I asked and did not try to rush out of the house like many sitters. She was warm...

- Care member

Anna P.

5.0

Anna is a must hire! She was our go to nanny for over a year with our daughter from 2 months old to 15 months old. She not only is extremely thoughtful and very good with communication, she truly loves working with babies, toddlers and people. Can't recommend her enough.

- Hayley H.

Codie G.

5.0

We had Codie as our nanny for a year and we're very sad to see her move away. If she hadn't moved we wouldn't have considered losing her! We never felt uncomfortable leaving our girls with her, even from the very first day. She is the only non family member to ever watch our girls and by the time...

- Alyssa B.

Anna W.

5.0

Anna was a caregiver for my sister. My sister was schizophrenic and bi-polar. She made nutritious meals for her, did light housekeeping, and drove her on outings and to Dr Appts. She made outings fun and active however she was intuitive and understood sometimes my sister needed a quiet-calmer...

- Debbye M.

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Average Rating4.6 / 5

Babysitters in Ventura, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 146 reviews of the 205 listed babysitters.