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Ella R.'s Photo

Ella R.

Babysitter Services

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I recently graduate college with a degree in plant sciences and also have a few years of babysitting experience. I grew up babysitting for a couple of family friends and neighborhood kids while I was in high school as well as helping out with after school programs. I have since moved away from my home town and want to get back...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Caring for kids is something I genuinely love. With five years of babysitting experience, I've had the joy of working with children of all ages-from tiny babies to energetic pre-teens-and I'm comfortable caring for up to three at a time. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, with a creative streak that comes in handy during board...
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Caring, Skilled, Fun OT Seeks Caregiving Gigs

Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! I am an occupational therapist, yoga/meditation practitioner looking for local side gigs including: babysitting, caretaking, pet and housesitting. I am open to both regular, consistent and one-time gigs. I enjoy working with humans of all ages, pets and plants, and provide skilled, compassionate, and engaging care....
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I Am A Single Mother And One Of 10 Children

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a single mother of two and one of 10 children I have extensive medical background especially in emergency care I provide compassionate and reliable care
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Angelica

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Angelica, I'm 24 years old, and I come from a large family where I'm the oldest of four siblings. Growing up, I took on a lot of responsibility, especially caring for my youngest brother, now 9. I regularly took him to activities, prepared meals, and made sure he was safe and happy. In 2020, I lived as an au pair...
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Caregiver

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
My care-giving experience consists of babysitting my niece and nephew as well as many family friends' babies. I love children and enjoy working with many at a time. I am very patient with children and I work well under pressure. I live in Santa Cruz, CA, where I finished my degree in Human Biology. I plan on becoming a nurse and...

Kalena J. says "I would highly recommend Ana. She babysat my 10mo old after a phone interview, and she was/is consistently kind, thoughtful, and punctual. I hope to hire...

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Part Time/Full Time Experienced Preschool Teacher Available For Nanny Position

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
I have been caring for children for 10+ years. I started babysitting when I was in high school. After high school I worked in preschool and elementary school settings while I was completing my degree. For the last 8 years, I have worked as a preschool teacher with children 2. 5-6 years of age. I have my BA in liberal studies and...
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Jai B.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Jai (Jay). I'm 32 and from Santa Cruz, CA. Over the past 15 years I've had the pleasure of working with multiple families to provide childcare for kids of all ages! I have a BA in Studio Art from UC Davis and used to teach art at a few elementary schools here in Santa Cruz. I bring my creative side to nannying!...
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Lily B.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$19/hr
5 years experience
I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. With five years of experience caring for children of all ages, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child. My patient and calm nature allows me to handle any situation with ease. I believe in open...
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Fun Sitter

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I have my license & own a car. Need me to walk your fur babies? Would love to do that too.
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Looking For Work As A Nanny(:

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi(: I hope my profile finds you well, my names Lindsay I'm from Santa Cruz California and in my time living here I've done many different care programs from working in my churches daycare I attended as a young adult to babysitting. My current job for the last 3 years of my adult career has been in the school system I'm...
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Child Care

Santa Cruz, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Paris, a college junior studying Global and Community Health on a pre-med track. I offer babysitting, tutoring, and pet care with a focus on reliability, safety, and fun! Babysitting & Childcare: I have experience caring for my younger brother and cousins and love creating a safe, engaging environment for kids of all...
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Azucena S.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. With four years of experience as a childcare provider, I'm skilled at creating a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages. Whether it's playing educational games or engaging in outdoor activities, I love helping children learn and grow. I'm...
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Kayla H.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a passionate, dedicated childcare provider with extensive experience supporting children of all ages and abilities in various settings. I've worked in schools, homes, and clinical environments as a nanny, babysitter, mommy's helper, teacher's assistant, and behavior specialist. I bring a calm, compassionate, and playful...
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Chelsea M.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
Nurturing young minds is a true passion of mine, sparked by positive experiences babysitting. I enjoy supporting families by providing reliable childcare. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. I communicate with parents through verbal updates at pickup, texts, or phone calls,...
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Kalie A.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$26/hr
13 years experience
Nurturing children and developing a sense of trust is my top most priority . My passion for childcare stems from years of nannying and previous daycare work and a deep desire to positively impact families .
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Ella C.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
Nurturing children and supporting families is my passion. I'm eager to inspire children's creativity and provide a safe, supportive environment for them and their families. I have three years of experience caring for children and am comfortable with around three children at a time. My babysitting through teenage years,...
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Travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Sierra and I am a holistic nutrition student in Santa Cruz. I have 7 years of experience with child care, in various ages. The last few have been around 2 years old. I have experience in lots of different areas of teaching children as well, I lived and worked in San Francisco as an assistant/teachers aide in a...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm Mielle! I am a preschool teacher here in Santa Cruz. I have my BA in Environmental Studies and really prioritize fostering a care and respect for nature in my students. I am CPR/First Aid Certified and have been nannying and babysitting for 9 years. I work full time, so am more available for occasional date nights or weekend...
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Fun Sitter & Nanny

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
I have 1 year of experience, good at laundry and light housework. I've babysat for two families in high school, for a 2yo, 6yo, and 7yo. I love kids who like to talk!
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.93/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 5.0

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

You can review 41 after school babysitter profiles near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Cruz, CA is $22.93. 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 Cruz, 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 Cruz, 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 Cruz, CA.

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