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Natalia G.

Capitola, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'm Natalia, I'm from Colombia , I'm 25years old, I love outdoor places. I'd describe my personality as outgoing- easygoing , patient , smiling , talkative, independent, autonomous. I like working with kids because it's an opportunity to explore myself , being more creative and for sharing knowledge. I'm looking for a...

Care Member says "Natalia was great! We would definitely work with her again. "

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Part- Time Nanny/babysitter Available!

Capitola, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello my name is Hannah, I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old. Some of my responsibilities included: picking ups/drop offs and occasional meal prep. When I left for college, I got a job in retail as a sales associate. I really enjoyed working with my co-workers and I learned a number of skills: communication,...
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Fun, Creative Babysitter, Always Ready For Anything, I'm Lisa

Capitola, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Lisa! Originally from the Midwest, I have lived in Santa Cruz for eight years. I come from a large family with lots of personalities. I have one niece and three nephews between the ages of 6-2 that I love spending time with, and I'm a reliable sitter for friends with children. I enjoy connecting with children and...
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House, Pets, Kids, Elder Sitting

Capitola, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have three adult children with 4 grandchildren ages 7-16 years They all live at least 2 hours away and am not able to be with them enough. I really get so much joy from their wonderful spirits. I started babysitting at 10 years of age, keeping it up through Cabrillo finishing the ECE program. Then got married and had my...
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College Student That Loves Kids

Capitola, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I am currently a freshman in college and I am looking to make a little extra cash through babysitting. I have been babysitting since I was 14 and find that my kind calm spirit allows me to connect with children.
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Young, Experienced Sitter Who Loves Kids!

Capitola, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I first started working with kids as a junior counselor at a preschool day camp in San Francisco when I was only 12 years old. 10 years later I can look back on many summers of experience working with children age 4 to 12!
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Amanda A.'s Photo

Capitola, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I'm a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. With 5 years of experience, I've gained the skills necessary to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages, from 6 to 11 and 12 and up. I believe in open and honest communication with parents...
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Edth A.'s Photo

Capitola, CA

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$10/hr
Nurturing young minds is my passion! With five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers, I bring patience, creativity, and a friendly demeanor to every interaction. My graduate degree has provided me with a strong foundation for fostering growth and development in children. I am comfortable...
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Anika H.'s Photo

Capitola, CA

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Anika, I am a Santa Cruz local, studying Criminal Justice and Theater Arts at Cabrillo College. My passion for the care of others has been a driving force of my life. Over the past decade, this has led me to opportunities in a variety of settings. Such as, working as a sitter and nanny, leading instruction in...
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Your Trusted Neighborhood Sitter!

Capitola, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Christina. I am 21 years old and currently a fourth year biology student at UCSC. I have four years experience working at a day camp in the summers overseeing groups ages 3 to 14. Additionally, I have experience caring for children with autism. I am an animal lover and am happy to care for your pets as well as...
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Zara C.'s Photo

Capitola, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I find great joy in nurturing and caring for young minds, which led me to become a childcare provider. With a year of experience, I'm eager to provide a safe, nurturing environment for your little ones. I'm a creative and imaginative individual, always finding new ways to engage children in educational and fun activities. I...
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Yris R.'s Photo

Capitola, CA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development, which led me to a fulfilling career as a childcare provider spanning over five years. I believe in fostering a safe and stimulating environment where children can learn, play, and grow. My patience and calm demeanor, coupled with my friendly and approachable...
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Enthusiastic And Fun Sitter!

Capitola, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi, For as long as I can remember, I have always loved working with children. I am enthusiastic, well organized and I always strive to create a safe and inclusive environment for children. When I was in college at UC Santa Barbara, I volunteered at the local aquarium where I got to interact with many children and families, and...
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Fun And Responsible Sitter.

Capitola, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Andrea and I have over 10 years of experience caring for children from infancy to young teens. I was a preschool teacher for 5 years. I did early intervention for 2 years. I worked with families and their children by helping them reach their development milestones. I'm bilingual in Spanish. I'm fun, outgoing,...
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Amelia A.'s Photo

Capitola, CA

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Amelia. I have over 2 years of experience as a Preschool Teacher, 11 years in childcare, and I'm a licensed Behavioral Therapist. I'm transitioning into a part-time role as a children's grief counselor for hospice, where I'll support kids who've lost a loved one. Working with children has always been my...
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Responsible And Experienced College Student

Capitola, CA

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I have worked as a nanny for the past two years and have had professional experience working with groups of kids aged 1 to 13. I have volunteer experience working with larger groups of kids through my previous church's vacation bible school, I was a counselor there 4 consecutive summers in middle school and high school. I...
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Meigon D.'s Photo

Capitola, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as kind, playful, hardworking, genuine. I love caring for little ones because it's the most rewarding job in the world. I have 15 yrs professionally w/kids. :Teachers Aid, Afterschool Care Counselor, Asst. Manager for infant/Toddler daycare. Most recently, I've become nanny which has been my...
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Nikkole W.'s Photo

Capitola, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hi! My name is Nikkole, and I live in Santa Cruz with my fiancé, who's a firefighter for the city. I'm a highly experienced nanny with a background in EMT as well, and I've been caring for children of all ages since I was 15-over a decade of experience! I'm 27 now and pride myself on being an engaging, active nanny who loves...
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Paige S.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting for about 11 years now and have experience with children as young as five months. I have a Bachelor degree/concentration in Human Development and Family Studies and Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I enjoy playing sports, hiking and just being active. I love doing arts and crafts, reading,...

Katie C. says "Paige is responsible, punctual, neat, and very attentive to schedule and any details of care that we communicate. She is sporty, fun, and gets active with...

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Mary S.'s Photo

Childcare

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I provide thorough loving supervision for the child at all times. I am skilled at feeding transporting and general care. I have many activities and games up my sleeve to engage the child to take an interest in life fully. To look deeply, lovingly and thoroughly at all aspects of each moment. I enjoy being a kind influence that...

Joan F. says "Mary became a loving, caring part of our family when my daughter W. was still only 4. She was always punctual and smiling with a new game or artwork or...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.72/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Capitola, CA

Babysitters in Capitola, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Natalia G.

Natalia was great! We would definitely work with her again.

- Care member

Paige S.

Paige is responsible, punctual, neat, and very attentive to schedule and any details of care that we communicate. She is sporty, fun, and...

- Katie C.

Mary S.

Mary became a loving, caring part of our family when my daughter W. was still only 4. She was always punctual and smiling with a new game...

- Joan F.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Capitola, CA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Capitola, 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 18 babysitters in Capitola, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Capitola, CA babysitters on Care.com is $20.72 per hour as of July 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 Capitola, 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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