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292 babysitters are listed in Carlsbad, CA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Carlsbad, CA
5.0
(2)
My experience in caring for children ranges from newborn to high school. I loved being a nanny, it was the most joyful experience thing in my life. I have no children, but being a nanny fills that. I have over 15 yrs. of experience. I am very much involved in all the kids' lives that I been a nanny for. It is fun to see them...
Melanie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mel is the best babysitter! She is always on time and dependable. I love knowing that my kiddos are safe and having a great time. She is also very loving with our fur babies. I recommend her to everyone. "
Melissa L.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey, you all! My name is Shelby! I am 22 years old and just graduated nursing school! With being a nursing major, I am CPR certified, a Certified Nursing Apprentice, and have over 500 hours of clinical experience in the hospital.
I have experience in caring for infants to teens. I also have experience with distance learning and...
Shelby can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Shelby is a very loving, nurturing person. She takes her job of caring for children very serious. She is fun, energetic and has the best attitude!! I have known Shelby her entire life and she would be the first person I would call on to care for my child. I can't...
sharon P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with multiples(boy-girl twins). Newborns.
I babysat groups of 7-12 kids on Mondays and Wednesdays, ages newborn-12 for church growth groups
I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old, and I am Red Cross Certified. studied childhood development at Palomar College :)
:) I'm definitely interested in...
Amani can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amani is easy to work with and a great communicator. She watched our kids and drove them to activities for several months. We love her!"
Sarene S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Sabrina, I started babysitting as a teenager for family friends and their children. After highschool I started taking multiple child development courses at Palomar college and knew that I wanted a career working with and helping children. I have worked as a full time nanny for a few families throughout my adult life,...
Sabrina can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Very Sweet individual with an amazing personality and a real passion for caring for children? Will hire again in the future!"
Caitlin R.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am Rochane (Roxie) and I am looking for a part time nannying or babysitting position. I have worked as a nanny in the USA for 8 years and have babysat for several families here and back in Brazil for 11 years. I have been working in a corporate setting now while going to college, and I am looking to make a switch back to...
Rochane can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We really wish we could hire Rochane full time right now but we are a couple months shy of becoming a dual working parent family. She is great. We hire her for nights out. She always on time. My 4 year old enjoys her. My clingy 1 1/2 year old calms down pretty...
Jesse W.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Carmen and I am a bilingual mother of 3 (2 boys and 1 girl) and my two oldest are attending college. I have two wonderful dogs, a german shepherd and a terrier. I have 20+ years of experience taking care of children and I have had experience with taking care of triplets as well. I am a very honest, loving, and...
Carmen can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Carmen is a one of the most thoughtful and kind people I have ever met. From the second she began working with us, she truly became an immediate part of the family. She always arrives on time, carefully documents feeding/play/sleep schedules, and even sends cute...
Kim J.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Jackie! I recently graduated from SFSU and am currently back home in Encinitas. Through the Bambino app, which is an app recognized for hiring sitters, I have earned over 100 five-star ratings and more than 40 reviews, making me the highest-rated babysitter in North County. My passion lies in spending quality time...
Jaclyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Jaclyn loves children. She is warm, caring, responsible and fun loving. Children very much enjoy being around her and vice versa. She likes to bake cookies and brownies for the little ones if it's allowed. She very much enjoys babysitting. "
Joanne C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Qwen, I just graduated college from Oregon State University studying Business Administration! A little bit about me is I have always loved being with kids. I started off as a mothers helper when I was age 10-12 and since then I have only grown to love kids more through all of my different yexperience!! I am CPR and first...
Qwen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great with babies, toddlers, and older kids. She has a very family vibe like an older sister or cousins the kids loved having her come over . My daughter would pretend she was her older sister Elsa all the time. Great at direction for what to give the kids and...
Jenny W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of kids since I was 17. and I'll get my major in childhood development . I have experience with all ages. My experience is with babysitting, voluntary work and entertainer in birthday parties. I love to do arts and crafts. I love everything related with pop culture, comics, superheroes. Now I am available...
Natalia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Natalia is amazing. Her professionalism, kindness and utmost care for our baby is unparalleled. If I could give her more stars I would, because to trust someone to take care of your baby says something, but to not worry a minute they are with them is rare. As my...
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Emerald K.
Carlsbad, CA
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My name is Emy. I have 7 years of experience. I am currently going to school to become an elementary school teacher (Liberal Arts degree) with a minor of Childhood Development. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Cooking, and Laundry. I enjoy spending time with kids and making having a babysitter a good experience. I am also...
Emerald can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is trustable and loyal. She takes care of my 10 month old. She is so sweet!"
Breeanne A.
Stephanie S.
Carlsbad, CA
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I have 9+ years caring, guiding, tutoring & teaching children ranging from 3 to 8 years! With heartfelt dedication, I have supported & taught young children through guided play approaches as well as organizing play spaces to ensure interest, focus and safety.
I've been a dedicated care source & early learning advisor for many...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Steph is amazing! She is so patient, kind and detail oriented. The kids love her."
Beck H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience. I completed an internship at Garden Day School Daycare . It was so much fun one of the most valuable experiences in my life I built a connection with children of different age groups from newborns to age 6. I also have my certificate in child development .
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Nicole is great with my toddler. She is always on time and flexible with my crazy schedule. Although I am still in the house while Nicole is watching my little one, she is awesome at being independent and manages all of my child's needs without needing my guidance....
Aimee S.
4.7
(16)
Hired by 39 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I've been a caregiver for children from 9 weeks to 10 years old for the last 4-5 years now. I love kids of all ages & everything that comes with that - changing diapers, making bottles, bath time, playtime, helping with homework - the whole nine! I also have no problem cooking for the children, tidying the house,...
Diarrah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We interviewed Diarrah for our nanny position to care for our 3mo old daughter. She showed up to the interview on time and we instantly felt comfortable with her in our home. She has a very easy going personality and seems to truly love caring for babies and kids....
Jessica H.
Mackenna D.
Carlsbad, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
College Student Looking For Some Play Time With Some Kiddos
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 28 years old. The second oldest of 5 kids so I've been babysitting since I was 10 years old. Have been with ages from 2 months to 16-year-olds. I absolutely love kids and enjoy babysitting/nannying.
Mackenna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mackenna is amazing. She is at very attentive, dependable and wonderful with my kids. She is a terrific role model for them and has every quality you could possibly ask for! She has experience running kids camps too which shows her ability to watch various kids...
Karyn D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Sandy and I am a loving, dependable, experienced, conscientious and loving Nanny.
I've worked with babies and children of all ages beginning in my teen years babysitting and later with my own children and grandchildren.
I've worked as a professional Nanny for over 12 years, worked in day care centers, led...
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I cannot recommend Sandy enough, she did an outstanding job for us. She was the first nanny we ever had for our 6 month old. She was everything we wanted and so much more. She quickly became part of our family, our daughter loved her and she loved our daughter too....
Michelle M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a California Credentialed teacher with over 20 years of experience educating and caring for students of all ages. I enjoy working with individuals with a wide range of special needs and have my initial RBT Certification with First Aid and CPR that are all current. I am also passionate about ALL animals of varying types and...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Heather helped care for my 4 year old son part time for about 6 months. She was great at planning "field trips" and took him to museums and hiking trails. She also brought animals to the house, such as tortoises, a lizard and her sweet dog. My son loved interacting...
Zoe W.
Lauren G.
Carlsbad, CA
$10-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter In All Ages Including Special Needs Available For Part Time Weekly And Weekend Hours
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting kids of all ages for over 6 years and have experience with special needs. I am a Christian student attending university.
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I had Lauren come over today to watch my 13 month old. She was sweet and he took a liking to her right away. I would hire Lauren again in a heartbeat!"
Danielle M.
Mackenna D.
Carlsbad, CA
$8-13/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have grown up around children and pets my whole life. I love taking care of younger and older kids. I am one of five kids, the second oldest! I adore my little siblings and insisted on helping raise them since they were born! I have been a babysitter/nanny for multiple years. My most recent year of Nanning was with a...
Mackenna can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a positive, patient, and energetic sitter and tutor.
I have 5 years of experience babysitting, 4 years of experience teaching, and 4 months. From 2019 to 2020, I taught English in Spain to classes of 3-year-old through 10-year-old, and I loved forming bonds with my students, helping them learn, designing and...
Miranda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Elisabeth H.
Carlsbad, CA
$20-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate from the University of Washington looking for a part time nannying or babysitting position. I have 7 years of experience working as a nanny, babysitter, and kids camp counselor. I also worked as a lifeguard in the past so I have extensive CPR and first aid training.
Elisabeth can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elisabeth is everything one could want in a babysitter. She's responsible, punctual, self-directed, our kids like her, and she went above and beyond in playing with them in an engaging manner, and tidying up around the house without being asked to. She's friendly,...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Carlsbad, CA
Melanie H.
5.0
Mel is the best babysitter! She is always on time and dependable. I love knowing that my kiddos are safe and having a great time. She is also very loving with our fur babies. I recommend her to everyone.
- Melissa L.
Shelby S.
5.0
Shelby was awesome! Our kids had a really good time when she babysat for date night, would love to have her babysit again!
- Richie F.
Amani J.
5.0
Amani is easy to work with and a great communicator. She watched our kids and drove them to activities for several months. We love her!
- Sarene S.
Sabrina B.
5.0
Very Sweet individual with an amazing personality and a real passion for caring for children? Will hire again in the future!
- Caitlin R.
Rochane H.
5.0
Roxie took care of our two boys (3.5 year old and 1 year old) three times while we visited San Diego. She was wonderful with the kids, and very responsible and dependable. During the day she took both boys to the local park, and was very good at taking care of the baby (giving him bottles and...
- Rachel P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Carlsbad, CA:
How can I find a Carlsbad babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Carlsbad, 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 292 babysitters in Carlsbad, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Carlsbad, CA?
The average rate for Carlsbad, CA babysitters on Care.com is $20.41 per hour as of May 2024. 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Carlsbad, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Carlsbad, CA through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.
Ratings for Carlsbad, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Carlsbad, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews of the 292 listed babysitters.