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Frida G.

Babysitter

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I like to take care of children I have a lot of patience and I like to play with them and to make their time more entertaining, I like to cook.

Leonardo H. says "Over the past year (from Oct/22 to Sep/23), Frida took care of our daughter of less than a year old with so much love and affection. Also, look at our...

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Manjot K.

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
I'm certified nurse and nanny. I have experience with autism kid. I'm certified CPR.! I know three Languages Punjabi , Hindi, English.! And I'm only available for alternate weeks

Care Member says "It was a pleasure to have her look after our daughter. The two of them seem to hit it off very well. We will definitely be using her services again!"

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Jessica J.

Mom Provides Great Childcare

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I started babysitting children when I was 12. Years of caring with children led to some cool opportunities like an all expense paid trip to Mexico to nanny 6 kids. I worked in Mexico two different times at an orphanage in jr. high. I led Sunday School for my church, and volunteered at VBS as well. I have worked with Autistic...

Talia B. says "Jessica has been a big part of our lives for a very long time now, thankfully, and she is someone who will give her all and go the extra mile, both in her...

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Martha R.

Honest, Reliable, Caring, Fun Person

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have worked for a school district in Bakersfield for over 10 years. I have experience as a teacher's aide with general ed and special ed children of ages ranging from kinder to 8th grade. I have worked for family and friends, babysitting, animal sitting and house sitting too. I have 4 kids of my own, all young adults. My...

Care Member says "Martha was with us for 7 months. She was not just a nanny, she is also very experienced with early child education. Our son developed a calm temper and...

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Diana D.

Full Time Nanny

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As an older sister of 5 children, I often cared for my siblings which lead to my passion of caring for children. While in college, I started my nanny career part time until I decided to withdraw and nanny full time. After nannying for 4 years, I decided to go to cosmetology school and work part time while going to school! After...

Jodi S. says "Diana was great with my daughter. She was always on time and reliable. Would definitely recommend her :)"

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Aja V.

Part Time Caregiver Available

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have a Masters in Educational Counseling and work at Kern High School District in the Special Education Department. I am a mother to a 13-year-old little boy. I have worked with children for over 18years. 10 years with children on the Autism spectrum. I have a lot of experience with different ages. I am off over summer and...

Sohee B. says "Aja was easy to communicate with and she came right on time for babysitting. It normally take my child a little while to warm up to people, but Aja got my...

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Daisy M.

Nanny

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi!! I have 27 years of experience. I have worked with many different families and children. I am responsible , caring, and very hardworking. I take care of the kids as if they were my own. I am very creative also I'm patient with all kids. I am looking for a long term job and if you want more info I can give you some of my...

Care Member says "It is with the utmost enthusiasm that I write this letter of recommendation for Daisy, who has been an indispensable part of our family for over three...

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Idalia S.

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello, my name is Idalia. I am a very responsible person. I have 18 years of experience in caring for children, newborn to 14 years old, I've also care children with autism. I am a person with much patience, energy and love to give to the children, I enjoy taking them to the park, explore, walk and play with them. I like to...

Madeline S. says "Idalia is a wonderful, professional caregiver! She helped to care for our son from the time he was 5 months old through his toddler years. She is kind,...

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Lori L.

Nanny And Elderly Care

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I love working with children and elderly people. I am a hard worker and have been caring for people many years. I live in Olathe and hope to find a job in this area. I look forward to hearing from you. Please feel free to give me a call anytime. Thanks, Lori

Care Member says "Lori is so kind, considerate, and gentle. I trust her 100%"

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Toneisha R.

Fun Loving Outgoing Charismatic Funny Enjoyable Person

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting and a nanny for about 10 years on and off. I am a reliable and honest person I am someone who loves to be around kids I have worked at an elementary for the boys and girls program. I definitely love to learn more about kids and child development.

Keren S. says "Toneisha responded promptly and arrived early. She kept my toddler entertained while I studied for my boards exam. She also cleaned up after him."

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Adriana C.

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Adriana and I am currently a nursing student at CSUB. I am very energetic, loving, dedicated, and patient. I do have many years experience babysitting, running errands, cooking and cleaning. I am also CPR and lifeguard certified through Red Cross. I love animals so pets are no problem at all, and I am very...

Precious S. says "Adriana has always been so great with my three little ones. She's very punctual and trustworthy and reliable ! She's never had a complaint from me ....

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Kathleen F.

Reliable Sitter Who Can Drive

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Most Recently I worked for a family with three under 3. When I started my time there the older child had just turned 2 and the twins were 10 weeks old. The older child and one of the twins had sever asthma and the other twin has extensive food allergies and a gluten sensitivity. I was employed for this family for 18 months. The...

Julie L. says "Kathy has been my step sister since 1983 .Over 34 years. When Kathy and I had our first child , Kathy came into my home 5 days a week while my husband and...

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Nicole R.

Thank You For Your Time And Consideration

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
- [ ] Tired of searching and going through nanny and babysitters and just want someone to be just as loving and nurturing to your child/children like you are. Who listens, encourages, motivates, teaches, respects and cares like you. Who is CPR/First Aide certified, Graduate of college program with at least 20 plus years of...

Care Member says "Nicole was prompt, kind, and the kids loved her. She helped pick up the house, as well. Would definitely hire her again. "

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Senya R.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have many years childcare experience, working with ages ranging from 6 months to teenagers. Jobs have included Kids' Club at a local gym (playing with up to 10 children at a time) to part-time nannying. I love to cooking and I am able to provide a wide range of foods to suit your lifestyle and or dietary needs or wants. I love...

Care Member says "Amazing with children. Very patient and kind, my kids love her!"

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Paula B.

Motherly Love

Bakersfield, CA

4.3(1)
from
$19/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have a few years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have 2 children ages 19 and 16 and 2 dogs as well. I love children and would treat them as my own. I know how to cook and clean so I would be willing to help around if needed too.

Jillian P. says "Paula is an amazing babysitter who knows what it's like to have children and be a busy, working parent. She was always punctual and did school pick ups...

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Natalie W.

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Natalie! I am a mom of two girls who are both in school full time and looking for something to keep me busy while my husband is at work full time as well. I ran a daycare for 4 years, and my husband and I were previously foster parents, so I have experience with all ages and can provide any help that is needed. I...

Jessica W. says "Natalie is truly amazing. She’s everything you want in a nanny. She loves your kids like they are family and my kids just love her. She’s always on time...

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Sandra M.

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I Will do reading , bord games , writing , coloring , bike riding , walking , flash cards, painting, excising, dance, singing,

Care Member says "Sandra does an excellent job with the care of her clients. She is professional and skilled in her knowledge and abilitiy with providing for their needs...

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Faith W.

Private Nanny

Bakersfield, CA

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
Hello I'm Faith, I have been taking care of children since I was a teenager, I come from a family with many siblings and am now an aunt to many! At 17 I got my first job as a nanny and worked with the family (3-school age kids, 1-Toddler) for 1 year before moving on. My second nanny job I was 20 and I worked with this family...

Damian C. says "Faith is absolutely lovely! Our 2 year old daughter connected right away with her, which is a testament to Faith's calm presence and patience with little...

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Maura I.

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello my name is Maura and I am 29 years old. At a very young age I realized I loved taking care of children. I would help my mom with my little sister and my aunt with her foster children. That's when I started picking up small jobs like watching my moms friends children on date nights. To assisting the elderly. On my free time...

Hannah O. says "Maura was our full time nanny for 2 years. She went above and beyond, caring for our daughter. She was responsive to our infant’s needs, and helped her as...

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Kanai F.

Bakersfield, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Kanai, I am 24 years old. I'm a people person and very loving. I'm super trustworthy, dependable and I will treat your precious baby as my own! Also I am willing to work with whatever you're willing/able to pay because I know times can be hard. I would love to be a part of the family and I'm super excited to...

Courtney C. says "Kanai was slightly late for the interview, but was sweet and seemed to be very good with kids. Did not hire only because another candidate was willing...

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  • 159 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.03/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.5

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Bakersfield, CA

Babysitters in Bakersfield, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 63 reviews of the 159 listed babysitters

Frida G.

Over the past year (from Oct/22 to Sep/23), Frida took care of our daughter of less than a year old with so much love and affection. Also,...

- Leonardo H.

Manjot K.

It was a pleasure to have her look after our daughter. The two of them seem to hit it off very well. We will definitely be using her...

- Care member

Jessica J.

Jessica has been a big part of our lives for a very long time now, thankfully, and she is someone who will give her all and go the extra...

- Talia B.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Bakersfield, CA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Bakersfield, 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 159 babysitters in Bakersfield, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Bakersfield, CA babysitters on Care.com is $19.03 per hour as of June 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Bakersfield, CA through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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