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Carly

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
I am a passionate educator and learner and have been working with children since I was 16. I have been a theatre teacher, camp counselor, program director, and infant caregiver. I currently am a culinary educator working with children in the after school programs across Santa Barbara county. I am looking specifically for...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Farrah and I am starting to attend SBCC in August, i'm looking for a family to nanny for during the school year and am very flexible with hours. I have my own vehicle and am willing to drive children as needed. I have worked with children for many years and have 3 years of experience as an after school counselor as...
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Part-time Child Care Available

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
I started my first nannying job for twin girls that were 5 months old are now 9 years old. I nannied for them for 3 years and babysat them after. I worked for my church for 7 years providing childcare for kids ages 0-3 every week. I also nannied when I graduated high school for three girls ages 5, 8, and 12. I absolutely love...

Emily N. says "Sarah worked with us for over a year as a nanny to our little girl- and was the best fit for our family that I could have asked for (and then some)....

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Friendly Sitter And Giggle Connoisseur

Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am currently looking for a part-time (possibly full-time) nanny position. I recently moved to Nevada City after graduating from UCSB this spring with a BA in Anthropology. While living in Santa Barbara, I was a part-time nanny of 2 kids for roughly 2 years. It was lovely to become a part of the family and earn the children's...
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Babysitter/ Special Education

Santa Barbara, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
I am currently attending Cal State Northridge to become a mild/moderate special education teacher. I have been an aide in elementary classrooms for 4+ years, and am always around children due to my credential program. I have babysat children 6 weeks old up to 12 years old, so I am very comfortable with all ages.
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Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I have just graduated from the University of Redlands, where I earned my B. S in Psychology to become a Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism. I have been babysitting for several years and am an RBT with experience in clinical, school, and home settings. I believe in hands on, exciting interaction and hope to...

Jonathan M. says "Camille was a calm and caring nanny for us 2 times a week. She washed her hands when she arrived and gave us updates throughout the day. She was in tune...

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I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I grew up in a large family and have always loved working with kids. From being a surf instructor, to a dance teacher, to a pre-school teaching assistant, I have a wide skill set that makes me confident in my ability to look after your kid. Outside of work I have also been babysitting kids from the ages of 6 months-12 years old...

Care Member says "Liz was absolutely wonderful with my two daughters. They looked forward to the days she was watching them. She was reliable and flexible driving them...

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Ruby S.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Ruby. I love surfing, all sorts of sports, doing art, playing music, cooking, am currently attending Cal Poly SLO, majoring in Marine Science. I love kids and have always volunteered at kids camps such as surf camp and zoo camp, and have worked as lifeguard and Jr. Lifeguards instructor during the summer for the past 4...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a college student currently attending UCSB! I have a few years of babysitting experience, caring for children across various age groups. I am CPR certified, ensuring safety and peace of mind for families. I can manage up to two kids at once and am comfortable engaging them in activities that promote learning and fun. In...
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Babysitter/ Mother's Helper

Santa Barbara, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Laura. I have many years of babysitting, nanny and mother's helper experience Transporting, doing errands, light housecleaning/laundry, meal prep, animal care as well. Most of my experience has been working with children, pre teens and teens, 5-16. I enjoy getting to know the child/children as well as the...
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Fun Bilingual Sitter Ready To Help Your Kids In Whatever They Need

Santa Barbara, CA

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$32/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Grocery Shopping. I would love to help care for your family!
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A Bit About Me...

Santa Barbara, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi there! My name is Macey, and I come from a family of 4 kids. I've been babysitting/nannying since I was 12, and my heart for children has only continued to grow over the years. Here's a bit more about me: - I graduated in May with a degree in Elementary Education as a student athlete - I am returning to school to pursue my...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$19/hr
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm the oldest of 3 siblings. I have a good amount of babysitting and pet sitting experience. I love animals and kids. My favorite hobbies are dancing, swimming, and exploring. I have great communication skills and a flexible schedule.
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$23/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Katelyn and I'm a reliable and experienced babysitter. I'm a proud Girl Scout graduate, which means I was trained early in leadership, responsibility, safety, and service-skills I've carried into every job I take on. From learning first aid to managing group activities and earning badges in everything from...
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Experienced Babysitter Available

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Sofia - born and raised in SB and a UCLA grad with a degree in Psychology. I absolutely love working with kids and bring a lot of joy, energy, and care into what I do. I've worked as a Behavioral Therapist with kids on the spectrum, and I studied a ton of developmental psych at UCLA, which really shapes how I connect...
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Babysitter

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
NCS NEWBORN CARE SPECIALIST have worked taking care of children from Newborn to 10 years old. I HAVE CERTIFICATE CHILD CARE , CPR/AED , I have a preschool assistant certificate from the Cefol University of Mexico. have a clean driving record , Clean background. I can speak Spanish to children so they can learn a second language...
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Fun Sitter

Santa Barbara, CA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi! My name is Olivia, I am a very reliable and fun person who loves kids! I recently just moved to Santa Barbara because i'm attending sbcc as a freshman! Im 18 and absolutely love kids, especially ages 0-3! They are my favorite and bring me so much joy! I have been baby-sitting since I was 12 so quite some time now! I have...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$24/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
I am the director of an after school program at an elementary school, which is what motivated me to become a caregiver on the side. I have 5+ years of experience working with children, and 3 years of babysitting. I'm patient, calm, creative, and very friendly. I believe that every child deserves a chance to thrive, and I'm...
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Hello Families, I'm Taylor!

Santa Barbara, CA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Taylor! I am currently a second year at SBCC getting ready to attend UCSB in the beginning of next fall! I am searching for a full time summer nannying job. In addition to my extensive experience with nannying, I currently sit for 2 children, one child who is now 1 years old, the other who has just freshly turned 3 years...
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Experienced Caregiver With A Knack For Fostering Children's Growth And Development.

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
I am 60 years old, and have many years of experience caring for children, and I absolutely adore working with them. Having raised my two children here in Santa Barbara, I understand the importance of creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. In addition to parenting, I was an after-school art teacher in the area for...
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  • 79 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.23/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 4.3

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Santa Barbara, CA

After School Babysitters in Santa Barbara, CA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 79 listed after school babysitters

Sarah S.

Sarah worked with us for over a year as a nanny to our little girl- and was the best fit for our family that I could have asked for (and...

- Emily N.

Camille V.

Camille was a calm and caring nanny for us 2 times a week. She washed her hands when she arrived and gave us updates throughout the day. She...

- Jonathan M.

Elizabeth H.

Liz was absolutely wonderful with my two daughters. They looked forward to the days she was watching them. She was reliable and flexible...

- Care member

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Santa Barbara, CA

You can review 79 after school babysitter profiles near you in Santa Barbara, CA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Santa Barbara, CA is $22.23. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Santa Barbara, CA on babysitting websites like Care.com.

Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Santa Barbara, CA can really come in handy.

We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Santa Barbara, CA.

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