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Mellany A.

Pasadena, CA

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello Families! I'm Mellany. I'm available for over-night newborn care and date nights. With a Degree in Child Development and almost 20yrs of professional child-care experience, which includes work as a full time nanny/ nanny-share, preschool teacher, and overnight newborn nanny for multiples/twins, and premies, I'm dedicated...

Care Member says "our 3 year old daughter adores mellany. she is a fantastic role model for her, teaching her loving kindness, sharing, how to be a great friend and have...

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Yuridia G.

Experienced, Loving And Responsible Babysitter/Nanny

Alhambra, CA

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, there my name is Yuridia, I'm an experienced, responsible and compassionate Nanny, Babysitter, Housekeeper, Pet Care Provider & Senior Care Provider. I'm a 37yr old Twin mom of 3-year-old boys. I speak, read and write fluently in Spanish, English & American Sign Language. Being a twin mom and working with newborns &...

Theresa L. says "Hired Yuridia for child care, and initially ended up hiring her for senior care as well. Brilliant and very responsible. Thanks for the last minute care...

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Helen M.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
As a caregiver, I find joy in helping children flourish and develop. My passion for childcare stems from my positive babysitting experiences. Supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option drives me to go above and beyond. Patient, calm, creative, and friendly, I ensure a nurturing environment for your child....

Richie E. says "Helen took care of my kids after school (ages 6 & 8 at the time). She was amazing with the kids! They truly loved spending time with her (and they are...

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Agnes D.

Glendale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
Hi, my name is Agnes. I have exceptional experience and love working with children. I enjoyed working with multiple families and will be happy to provide references. I am very patient, caring, loving, trustworthy, energetic, and responsible. I am a non-smoker.

Care Member says "It was such a pleasure to have Agnes care for our daughter in our home. She was reliable, punctual, and always communicated with us. She engaged in such...

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Natalya R.

Alhambra, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Nurturing children comes naturally to me. For the past seven years, I've been dedicated to providing engaging and reliable care for children of all ages. My passion lies in fostering their growth and development while offering families the support they need. I am patient, calm, creative, and imaginative. I enjoy playing outdoor...

Care Member says "I had hired natalya because I needed a babysitter for my son. This was my first time ever hiring anyone to babysit my son and sometimes he can be a...

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Claudia R.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
Hello my name's Claudia I had been working with infants since 1995 I'm a newborn care specialist postpartum doula , sleep training, breastfeeding consulting, trust line registered I have experience, and a good references I can travel ill love to help you in this new chapter in your life

Care Member says "When I was pregnant with my second baby, I knew I wanted to hire a newborn care specialist to help a few nights a week. Something we didn’t do with our...

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Monirah A.

Full-Time Summer Care Provider Available

Alhambra, CA

4.0(0)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hello my name is Monirah, I am a 25-year-old girl from the Midwest who moved to LA about a year ago. I am a piano instructor as well as a photographer and I nanny on the side. I've enjoyed all of my experiences babysitting/nannying. Every child has a unique personality and there is much to learn from each family. Since moving to...
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Jennifer A.

Experienced Montessori Trained Preschool Teacher

Pasadena, CA

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
Nurturing the growth and development of children has been my lifelong passion for over 20 years. As a certified teacher with a background in Early Childhood Education, I combine my professional expertise with a creative, imaginative approach to care. I hold First Aid Training and CPR Training certifications to ensure a safe...

Marie S. says "My daughter and I met Jenny yesterday! We really like her! You can tell she has a way with children! My daughter is nuts about her! We are excited about...

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Kelley M.

Energetic, Nurturing Care Giver For Part-Time Or Full-Time And Last Minute Calls!

Glendale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
I'm an experienced, energetic, and nurturing caregiver with a genuine passion for childcare and family functionality! I live in Glendale, have immediate open flexibility and am seeking part-time to full-time work. I have years of experience in childcare- working with kids, preteens, and full-time experience with 1-3 years olds...

Jenny S. says "Amazing babysitter for my little boy. She is prompt and game for anything when it comes to making my child happy and safe. She has been a wonderful...

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Leslie C.

Part-Time Child Care

Monrovia, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
I have over 10 years of experience caring for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. I've had the privilege of supporting many families and can provide excellent references. I am available for late afternoon and weekend childcare. I have also provided overnight care for parents who work night shifts and needed someone...

George D. says "Replied to my email quickly, and was very pleasant to talk to."

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Suzanne M.

Mother Of Two And Loves Children

Glendale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a 51 yeas old mother of two children, ages 21 & 23. I love children, have lots of patience and really manage a house with children real well. I can also work as an assistant to the lady of the house if needed. It comes natural for me to entertain and play with creative ideas. I raised two of my own children and took...

Christine B. says "Suzy has been the nanny for our twin 3 year old girls this past year and we love her. She cares so much about our girls, loves to paint, play...

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Jennifer R.

Monrovia, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hello Dearest Family, My name is Jennifer. I have been working with kids pretty much all my life! I worked as a tutor while in high school, a swim instructor in college and a babysitter since the age of 12. My experience with kids is phenomenal! I've always been very active and make sure to involve that in my daily schedule....

Jen K. says "Jennifer was prompt and on time! Will definitely hire her again. Our kids warmed up to her very nicely. Thanks again. "

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Victoria L.

Pasadena, CA

4.6(1)
from
$28/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
Hi there! I started babysitting at 16. I've worked with families and day cares, including church programs, all of which I've enjoyed very much! I'm a native Spanish speaker, and I'm happy to share my language and culture with the little ones. I have experience taking care of enfants, toddlers, kids 4-15 years old, and also...

Care Member says "Victoria helped take care of my 10-year-old twins. One of my daughters had special needs and was still in diapers and Victoria was very kind and gentle...

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Carola C.

Babysitter/Nanny/Driver

Glendale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Carola and I am from Buenos Aires, Argentina. I studied child development and was a preschool teacher for about 6 years before coming to the U. S. I am a nanny who is very hard working and believes that every child is a unique human with lots of potential. For this reason I chose my career to help children...

Craig B. says "Carola is a real treasure. She's been looking after our almost 2-year-old son for the past few months, usually around 7-8 hours a week. Her care has been...

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Audra B.

College Student Babysitter!

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Audra. I have 6 years of experience working with newborns to 13-year-olds. I am RedCross certified in infant and toddler CPR as well. I just graduated from Occidental College in Eagle Rock and am originally from Manhattan, NYC. I have my drivers license (I have had it since I was 17), and can run errands if...

Yining S. says "We have Audra as a caregiver for my one-month old son when my husband and I go out for a date night or we have social events to attend and can't bring the...

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Alyssa H.

Alhambra, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience
I have experience working with children ages newborn to 5 years of age in a private home daycare setting. I held the title of Teacher's Assistant and guided children in a play-based Spanish immersion program. I currently work as a nanny during the week as well as at an on-demand childcare center. I have a BA in Psychology with a...

Care Member says "Alyssa has been caring for my son since he was 3.5 months and she has been amaaaaazing! She is so gentle and loving, and she cares for him like he’s her...

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Ivy M.

Experience Baby Sitter Available

Pasadena, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello. My name is Ivy, I'm a responsible babysitter with experience working with children of all ages. I'm skilled in creating fun engaging and educational activities, while demonstrating priority in your children's safety and well-being. Good skills of handling and caring for kids in absence of the parents. Ability to monitor,...

Dawn B. says "Ivy watched our daughter starting from 4 months until 2 1/2 years old until she went to preschool. She would also often watch her with our son who is now 5...

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Elva F.

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Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
My name is Elva and I am 51 years old. I have raised three children by myself and have been working in the childcare field for 25 years. I have 21 units of child development classes from a local community college and was the head teacher in an infant/toddler classroom at a Montessori preschool I also worked with infants/toddlers...

Care Member says "We love Elva!! She took care of our two kids (one infant, one toddler) during COVID when we had to work and needed someone consistent to watch them. She...

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Kim H.

La Crescenta, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
I am a certified RIE Educarer (Resource for Infant Educarers -respectful parenting). As a mother I have personal experience from newborn to early childhood. I also have professional experience from newborns as young as 3weeks old to early childhood. My first job I was a Certified Nurse Assistant, after receiving my BS I was a...

Justin L. says "Kim has been with our family since August 2023 when our son was almost one. Our son genuinely gets excited every morning when the doorbell rings. Kim...

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Ariane A.

La Crescenta, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
School drop off and pick up Transportation of children to and from after school activities Helping with homework Light housework and care of animals Meal preparation Focuses more on active learning and fantasy play rather than screen time Enjoys outdoor activities

Care Member says "Had a great experience with Ariane, she really showed up for us when we were scrambling for a sitter after a last-minute cancellation with another....

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $25.00/hr as of October 2026

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Altadena, CA

Babysitters in Altadena, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Mellany A.

our 3 year old daughter adores mellany. she is a fantastic role model for her, teaching her loving kindness, sharing, how to be a great...

- Care member

Yuridia G.

Hired Yuridia for child care, and initially ended up hiring her for senior care as well. Brilliant and very responsible. Thanks for the last...

- Theresa L.

Helen M.

Helen took care of my kids after school (ages 6 & 8 at the time). She was amazing with the kids! They truly loved spending time with her...

- Richie E.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in Altadena, CA

The average rate for babysitters in Altadena, CA on Care.com is $25.79 per hour as of October 2026. Rates can vary depending on the babysitter’s experience, the ages of your children, and the types of responsibilities you need help with. Duties like preparing meals, handling bedtime routines, caring for infants, or supervising multiple children may influence the overall rate. Many families also find that evening, weekend, or last-minute care can be priced differently. For a broader look at typical pricing, you can explore how much babysitters cost and use the Care.com cost calculator to help estimate your total expenses.
Finding a babysitter in Altadena, CA often starts with asking people you trust, such as friends, relatives, or neighbors, for recommendations. Many families also look in local parenting groups or community forums where other parents share their experiences. On Care.com, you can browse 14 babysitters in Altadena, CA, each with information about their background, availability, and reviews from nearby families. Taking time to compare profiles and understand each sitter’s experience, age-group comfort, and approach to childcare can help you find someone who fits your family’s routine and expectations.
Babysitters in Altadena, CA offer a range of services to support different family schedules and childcare needs. Many caregivers focus on afternoon routines, including after-school sitters who help with pick-ups, homework, and evening transitions. Families who need extended coverage can look for overnight sitters who stay through the night and assist with bedtime care. You can also find sitters who specialize in caring for infants, such as infant babysitters experienced with feeding, naps, and developmental routines. Many babysitters are available for weekend help or general childcare, and some can take on tutoring responsibilities if your child needs academic support. Reviewing each sitter’s profile can help you understand their experience, availability, and the types of care they are most comfortable providing.
When choosing a babysitter in Altadena, it’s helpful to consider their experience, comfort with your child’s age group, and familiarity with common childcare duties. Many families look for babysitters who communicate clearly, arrive on time, and have positive reviews from other parents. It can also be useful to understand the typical responsibilities of a babysitter so you know what to expect during each visit. For a broader sense of the qualities families value most, you can explore what makes a good babysitter, especially if you’re hiring someone for infants, bedtime routines, or after-school care.
Babysitters typically provide occasional or part-time care, such as evenings, weekends, or short-term help when parents are away. Nannies usually work more consistent hours and may take on additional responsibilities like planning activities, helping with children’s schedules, or supporting daily routines. Understanding the differences can help you decide which type of caregiver best fits your family’s needs in Altadena.
How early you should book a babysitter depends on when and how long you need care. For busy times like weekends, holidays, or evenings, it can help to reach out several days in advance. If you need ongoing or recurring help, contacting sitters ahead of time gives you more options and allows you to schedule interviews and meet-and-greets. For last-minute care, many babysitters in Altadena offer flexible or same-day availability.

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