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60 babysitters are listed in Carpinteria, CA
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Carpinteria, CA
5.0
(2)
I am a senior at Bowdoin College, at home for break from December 22-January 18th. I am double majoring in French and Africana Studies with a minor in Music. After nine years of French classes and five months living in Bordeaux as a part of a language immersion program, I am fluent in French and could teach some French basics to...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is an incredibly kind, fun, responsible, and caring person. She is amazing with kids. She knows how to be goofy and have fun with kids, but then she is also able to be disciplinary in a kind manner if necessary. Hannah is not afraid to fully embrace her...
Gabrielle M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Skyler and I have been professionally teaching and privately tutoring grades K-6th for a total of 8 years now, focusing on subjects such as English, Reading, Writing, Science, Math (in preparation for STEM), Art, Critical Thinking, History, Music, as well as Spanish and Italian.
I am an in-home tutor for...
5.0
"After screening a large number of candidates, we chose Skyler as my son's tutor, three hours a day, for nearly a month now. She has a good artistic and literary education background, is proficient in many languages, and is very punctual, gentle and patient. She...
Zhenggang J.
Katherine P.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Fun, Caring Nanny Looking For Family In Need Of Childcare!
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Katie and I am a professional nanny currently seeking childcare jobs while taking a gap semester at Scripps College. When not at school, I am a full-time childcare provider. I have experience with newborns and toddlers, as well as older kids, and can work with ages 0-16. I am a trustworthy, thorough, and loving...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Katie over the summer to watch my two children (ages 1 and 6). Not only did my kids adore her, Katie went above and beyond in taking care of them. I would recommend her to anyone with young kids. She is extremely responsible and my kids had so much fun!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Taryn, glad to meet ya. :) I have a ton of nannying (all ages, 7+ years experience), dog/house sitting, event planning, personal/executive assistant experience, waitressing & people skills, and am very crafty. I also love helping out with little odd jobs/errands from time to time! Don't be shy to reach out!
Taryn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Had a wonderful experience with Taryn. My 3 year old daughter took an instant liking to her. She is very dependable and punctual and very good with preschoolers. I would definitely recommend her and will use her services again."
Mirela S.
5.0
(1)
Hi
My name is Elaine, 39 years old, and fluent in English and Portuguese. I have 5 years of experience as a nanny in the USA (California and Michigan) and Australia (Sydney).
I have taken care of newborns to 14 years old.
Usually, I stay longer with families I work with, an average of 3 years.
I have good references and...
Elaine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elaine started as my regular childcare babysitter the day after my third son was born, and cared for both him and his 2 yo old brother for 3 years. She was amazing with my kids! She’s energetic, playful, and very reliable! While working for me she provided care,...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Mia, and I am 22 years old. I hold a BA in Psychology from Westmont College with a focus on child development. I work as a full-time nanny for high-profile and UHNW families in the area, so I understand the importance of confidentiality. My favorite environments to engage with kids are in nature, the kitchen,...
Jamia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Mia was absolutely AMAZING with our 2 year old daughter. She took her to new parks and activities everyday, and was engaging, patient, and dependable. She constantly came up with new and creative ways to play and interact with my daughter. I never worried about my...
Nick S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. I am bilingual in Spanish as well. I have course work in early childhood education. I am CPR. Certified as well as MA Certificate.
Nathalie can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Nathalie was our nanny during the first year of our baby girl's life and she is the ABSOLUTE BEST!!!!! Highly recommended! She capable from A-Z :)"
Shannon B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi there my name is Shirin I am a mother of two grown daughters in their thirtieth & a long-time resident of Santa Barbara. I have been babysitting/working as a nanny in Barbara/Goleta/Carpenteria for the last 15years with a lifetime of experience! I am reliable, trustworthy and have my own transportation. I have worked for...
Shirin can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We absolutely love Shirin! She took care of our daughter from the time she came home from the hospital until she was about two and a half years old. They would go on walks and Shirin made sure to keep her on our eating and sleeping schedule. There were times when...
Tori D.
Rachel B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Mom Of 2 Older Sons Is Here To Help. Come Home To Clean, Full, Happy Kids And A Tidy House
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional nanny, personal assistant and postpartum doula. I love nurturing children of all ages! I have had the privilege of working with over 47 families since COVID. Including working at the Miramar. I specialize in infants and children with special needs.
My own sons are 21 and 24 years old. They went to Montecito...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel has been working with us for more than a year, helping with two kids - a toddler and a third grader. She is PHENOMENAL. Very experienced, professional and punctual, but also kind and warm. She is that rare type of nanny with the perfect balance of discipline...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Hannah, and I am a Chico State graduate with Bachelor degrees in both Child Development and Psychology.
I have been working with children professionally for 10 years, including within preschool settings (in which I planned, developed, and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum), Day Camp...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hannah took care of our 1 and 3 year old boys for 3 evenings while we were visiting Santa Barbara. She took great care of the boys - played with them, gave them dinner, and put them to sleep. She went above and beyond by bringing toys and activities, which she...
Carly C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two wonderful boys, now thriving adults. We raised them with kindness and encouragement. I love children and would be very happy to be of service for a pod of up to 7 kids.
I have a degree in International Relations from UCSB. I taught Montessori preschool and infant swimming. I also worked for Lehman Brothers for 12...
Bella G.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Bella! My Goal Is To Cultivate A Kind And Dependable Presence As I Help Families.
5.0
(1)
Hello,
I would love to work for your family. I believe I can offer patience, kindness, and comfort.
I have been working with kids for about 4 years now. I am Red Cross CPR and first aid certified. I can adapt to new situations and my goal is to make sure the children feel safe, understood, and that their needs
5.0
"Bella has demonstrated her ability to be a caring and nurturing young woman.
She is patient, loving and kind. She is creative so every day is a new adventure. "
Care member
Stefani A.
Santa Barbara, CA
$51/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter, Rides, Dog Walker Or Runner, Anything Really! Nursing Student- Looking For An Extra Job
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Stef. I am 26 years old, and I have been babysitting and dog sitting since I was in high school. I've done it all from newborns to high school drop off/pick up.
I just started nursing school at Westmont and moved here from Orange County this January. My dream is to work as either a pediatric, emergency, or labor...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Stefani last minute to help us out while we were vacationing with another family in Santa Barbara. Between us we had 3 kids (two 8 year olds and a 5 year old). She was great at communicating both prior to and while she was babysitting. She asked good...
Lauren H.
Cassidy C.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I'm looking for a job that is flexible with my schedule as I am a full time student currently. I definitely want to find a happy median within a job to accommodate a families needs and my own and love a supporting work environment!
I started working with kids when I was as young as 11 years old taking care of of my younger...
5.0
"Responsible, confident, trustworthy, protective, imaginative, and fun! We love her!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a nanny with 15+ years of consistent and diverse childcare experience. I have worked in pre-schools, church nurseries, a daycare, and have been employed by hundreds of families in a varying capacities. My childcare approach aims to be respectful and positive. I am intentional to promote curiosity, creativity,...
Devon can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kids loved Devon!! Unfortunately she went back to working for her previous family. She was very reliable and responsible."
Laura G.
Hello, my name is Laura. I have many years of babysitting, nanny and mother's helper experience Transporting, doing errands, light housecleaning/laundry, meal prep, animal care as well. Most of my experience has been working with children, pre teens and teens, 5-16. I enjoy getting to know the child/children as well as the...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Esperaza F.
Santa Barbara, CA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi I'm espi! I am a fun, outgoing, loving person. I love being around kids and giving them my full attention and helping them succeed in different things in life that come their way. Whether it's learning how to read or going down a slide. My goal is to always make sure kids are happy and satisfied as well as their families....
Esperaza can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I graduated circus college in Russia, have a Degree as a coach and circus performer. I worked there for a year as a coach with children.
Also I worked 4 years with children in the international company as a Disney Characters. Moved to US over 3 years ago.
And I used to work as a circus performer in the show in Las Vegas...
Kristina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Elizabeth, I am 26 years old.
I have lots of experience working with kids of various ages. I am currently working as a medical assistant as well as attending school as a full time student. Previous to this employer I worked at Elementary School as the Assistant Site Director for the Recreational After-School...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am an experienced dog walker/sitter who absolutely loves pets! I run collegiate track and cross country, so have a lot of energy to play with your dog and take them on a long walk. My schedule is very felxible so please reach for any pet sitting needs!
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Carpinteria, CA
Hannah J.
5.0
Hannah is an incredibly kind, fun, responsible, and caring person. She is amazing with kids. She knows how to be goofy and have fun with kids, but then she is also able to be disciplinary in a kind manner if necessary. Hannah is not afraid to fully embrace her inner child if that means making your...
- Gabrielle M.
Skyler H.
5.0
After screening a large number of candidates, we chose Skyler as my son's tutor, three hours a day, for nearly a month now. She has a good artistic and literary education background, is proficient in many languages, and is very punctual, gentle and patient. She will carefully arrange the teaching...
- Zhenggang J.
Katherine P.
5.0
Katie is my go-to Nanny. I couldn’t think of anyone more caring and responsible to put in charge of my children - who can sometimes partake in some shenanigans : - )
- Care member
Taryn M.
5.0
Taryn, is great! Wish she was closer so she could continue to take care of my girls. She is super reliable, responsible, punctual, organized, and super sweet with kids. She took care of my two daughters, 7 and 9, many times. She keep me informed throughout the day. She is awesome!
- Pablo L.
Elaine C.
5.0
Elaine started as my regular childcare babysitter the day after my third son was born, and cared for both him and his 2 yo old brother for 3 years. She was amazing with my kids! She’s energetic, playful, and very reliable! While working for me she provided care, activities, prepared food, and drove...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Carpinteria, CA:
How can I find a Carpinteria babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Carpinteria, 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 40 babysitters in Carpinteria, 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 Carpinteria, CA?
The average rate for Carpinteria, CA babysitters on Care.com is $23.70 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 Carpinteria, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Carpinteria, 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 Carpinteria, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Carpinteria, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.