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272 babysitters are listed in Costa Mesa, CA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Costa Mesa, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kate and I am 21 years old. I started babysitting when I was about 11years old and am experienced with caring for all ages of children. I was babysitting about 4 times a week when I was home during senior year and the summer, balancing school and sports. I absolutely adore children and am a very patient, yet...
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Kate has been an absolute blessing to our family! She is always on time, has great communication during our time away with updates and pictures. Kate is so kind and attentive with our boy. We hope to keep her in our lives for a very long time!"
Delaney B.
Brunna S.
Costa Mesa, CA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
My name is Brunna, I am 36 years old and I am a highly qualified and experienced nanny with a proven track record of providing exceptional care for children. I have over 3 years of experience working as a nanny and babysitter, 5+ years as an English teacher for private students (kids and adults)
Are you seeking a caregiver who...
Brunna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brunna has been helping me with my kids for the last year and a half.
She is an amazing human being and she is awesome with the kids. Always very happy to be around them, always with a good and fun idea to entertain them.
I’ve known Brunna for over 10 years so to...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a student at Vanguard University in Costa Mesa! I am looking to babysit when I can! I come from Chicago where I have had years of experience with children of all ages, starting with a babysitting course I took at the library when I was 12! During high school I worked part time at a day care as well as regularly taking care...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maeve is my son's favorite babysitter and always his top choice! She is responsible, dependable and most importantly fun for the kids."
Sherlyn H.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Stefania, I am 30 years old and have more than 6 years of experience in childcare, my experience began with the au pair program a few years ago where I had the opportunity to work as a babysitter with two wonderful families who became my family. Since then, childcare has been a passion that has allowed...
Stefania can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stefanía was employed by my wife Maria and I at our residence last year. I own my own business and my wife is very active. Stefanía became an invaluable part of our family and took care of our three children over the last year. We have a 12-year-old boy, a...
Dion G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Mackenzie. I am a freshman college student at Vanguard University in Costa Mesa. I have been babysitting for a little over 6 years. I volunteer in the nursery of my church, and work as a lifeguard for a church camp over the summer. What sets me apart is my ability to connect with children on a personal level. I am...
Mackenzie-ruth can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mackenzie was great! So kind and full of energy. She was on time and great at communicating. Had a last minute change and she was super flexible. She played wonderfully with my 20-month-old daughter and quickly learned her bedtime routine after just one...
Alysha T.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I would love to help out ! I've had experience babysitting and I recently was babying for a baby girl, I'm CPR and first aid certified, I'm also comfortable with any kinds of pets, my availability is Monday -Thursday 6am-2 and Friday 6am-1:30
Angelina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Angelina was such a sweet provider for our family! She truly loved and cared for our baby, and we never worried when we were away. She was always on time and was very reliable."
Michelle L.
5.0
(3)
Hi there, I'm Cami! I'm a vegan pastry baker seeking a job in child care that will allow me to have flexible enough hours to continue my home baking business. I am vegan, however, I am experienced in most aspects of cooking and would totally love to help with any cooking or meal prepping that needs to be done! Child care is a...
Cameryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cameryn has taken care of home, family pets and children. She is reliable, dependable and loving. She can also cook and bake. Her Vegan baked goods are to-die-for! "
Kristina K.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rana, and I have worked at an elementary school and as an independent tutor/nanny for 4 years. I am a full time college student majoring in Psychology! I consider myself a fun but stern nanny/babysitter. I have no problem with light housekeeping. I have experience with kids from ages 3-12. I am also comfortable...
Rana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Reached out to Rana for some childcare for my daughter. After interviewing her, and Inviting her to meet my daughter, I found that they got along well and deemed her a good fit. She was punctual, on time and most times early which was a big help. At one point my...
Valerie B.
Ashley M.
Costa Mesa, CA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I am a 23-year-old university student who loves interacting with and caring for children! I am bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish and love to teach children some Spanish. I have 4 years of experience of being a babysitter, as well as experience with my own 2 younger sisters. Also, I was apart of the Costa...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ashley was referred to me by a friend of mine. She has been watching my 3 year old daughter since she was 1 and we both love her and her family. My daughter loves going to Ashley's house for the weekend which is typically once a month. Ashley is very punctual,...
Angela G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello family, I'm Gabi and I just moved to Costa Mesa.
I'm here to be your little ones' best friend and a right hand at home you can trust.
I have 6+ years of childcare experience, including 1 year as an Au Pair in New York. I have experience from newborns to teenagers.
I'm super patient, reliable, funny and proactive.
I got...
Gabriela can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very caring and honest. My kids had a great time with her!"
Izabel C.
5.0
(1)
I am available to clean house, apartment, condominiums and rental houses
Vacant units too
I am been in the cleaning business for more them a year I do windows, restroom, oven, kitchen, fridge, etc.
Cecilia can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, move-out cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting & more
Laura J.
Costa Mesa, CA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Laura! I Value Wellness And Love To Care For Others. Let's See If Our Goals Align!
5.0
(2)
I have been described as nurturing, playful and attentive. I adore taking care of others and it comes natural to me. I value laughter and a healthy work/play balance. By paying attention to habits and subtle energy of others, I can learn how to effectively communicate and nurture them.
I'm looking for a family or client that...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laura was so good with my son. She was very patient, attentive and playful. When she left my son was asking when she could come back. Can’t wait to hire her again! Thanks Laura "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Dandara - I go by Danda as well :)
I am 26 years old. I'm very caring, patient and responsible.
I have over 5 years of experience with children of all ages. (newborn-teenager) I am also the oldest of five kids, so I can guarantee you that I know how to take good care of kids!
I love doing arts and crafts,...
Dandara can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I recommend Dandara without any reservations!
Dandara has worked with my now 2.5 year old full time from July 2021 through August 2022. She is incredibly kind, caring, creative, and knowledgeable. She is also extremely reliable and trustworthy. My daughter...
Elizabeth C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm the eldest of 3 children; I have 2 younger brothers that I basically raised myself. I have taken care of my younger cousins as well as my parents' friends' children multiple times in the past. I have also previously worked with younger children from infants to preschool through multiple programs such as Head Start, Learning...
Estefany can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"She was great the kids liked her, we'd hire her again."
Oscar A.
Ana M.
Costa Mesa, CA
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Ana and I absolutely love caring for children! I have a big heart I would love the opportunity to put a smile on someone's faces Iam a compassionate, loving, go with the flow woman who adores children !!! experience providing exceptional care to children aged newborn to toddlers , Adept at organizing children's daily...
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Tremendously professional, punctual, thoughtful, and loving towards our baby son. She clearly has lots of experience with children and even a young son of her own. We will gladly work with Ana again in the future."
Elliott B.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 14 years of experience caring for children and senior adults, from infants & teenagers, all the way up to a very young 94-year-old. With me, your loved ones will receive appropriate care, and I'm always willing to do additional other tasks when...
Mike can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"He show attention to details , compassionate and he has passion of taking care for seniors."
Jing F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hiya! I am looking for a recurring job starting this summer (preferably for children aged 4+)!
When it comes to working with children, my general motto is that patience and preparedness can go a long way toward creating a welcoming and fun environment. After all, what we feel as adults, children feel tenfold, so it's important...
Alexsis can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"i just adore Alexis she has really become part of our family in a short. Plus you gives the Twins such TLC. I could sit here and say a million good things about what kind of worker but also the person she is. We are sad to see her go."
Kimberly S.
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Emma! I'm 25 years old and have over 5 years of experience nannying children from ages 2 months old to 5 years old. I grew up in Georgia as the oldest in a family of 6, and I now have lived in California for 5 years. I'm CPR certified and drive a reliable car. I adore children, especially infants! I am trustworthy and...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma is such a wonderful nanny. She started with our family when my son was 3 months. We moved away when he was 9 months, but f we had stayed we would have kept Emma as our nanny forever! She is highly attentive and tries to spend most of the day outside — she is...
Care member
5.0
(3)
I have been caring for children since I was 15/16 years old. I have cared for infants, toddlers, elementary schoolers, middle schoolers, and children with disabilities. There is a rewarding feeling when taking care of children and creating meaningful relationships with them. To put it simply, I love children and enjoy helping...
Daniela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Would absolutely hire Daniela again! She loves children and was amazing with my newborn boy! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
All my life I have been raised around animals. My mother was always a live in nanny due to having children so young and not trusting anyone to watch us she had to find families that would allow us to be with her until we were in school. Every family had multiple amounts of animals and I too have had three dogs and two cats while...
Breana can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding, boarding & more
5.0
"Breana did overnight pet sitting for me for 3 nights. She took very good care of my pooch and house while I was away. She gave me daily updates on how my dog was doing which gave me great piece of mind on my trip. She is dependable and did a great job. Highly...
Jon R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Costa Mesa, CA
Kate D.
5.0
Kate has been an absolute blessing to our family! She is always on time, has great communication during our time away with updates and pictures. Kate is so kind and attentive with our boy. We hope to keep her in our lives for a very long time!
- Delaney B.
Brunna S.
5.0
Brunna has been helping me with my kids for the last year and a half.
She is an amazing human being and she is awesome with the kids. Always very happy to be around them, always with a good and fun idea to entertain them.
I’ve known Brunna for over 10 years so to trust her with my kids was an easy...
- Care member
Maeve O.
5.0
Maeve is my son's favorite babysitter and always his top choice! She is responsible, dependable and most importantly fun for the kids.
- Sherlyn H.
Stefania L.
5.0
We absolutely loved Stefania! Stefania was always on time, was attentive to our child and kept him entertained all day long. I was so impressed with how quickly our child fell in love with her!! Stefania kept us updated during the day with photos and we loved having her!!
- Susan M.
Mackenzie-ruth R.
5.0
Mackenzie was great! So kind and full of energy. She was on time and great at communicating. Had a last minute change and she was super flexible. She played wonderfully with my 20-month-old daughter and quickly learned her bedtime routine after just one explanation. We’ll definitely have her babysit...
- Alysha T.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Costa Mesa, CA:
How can I find a Costa Mesa babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Costa Mesa, 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 272 babysitters in Costa Mesa, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Costa Mesa, CA?
The average rate for Costa Mesa, CA babysitters on Care.com is $21.50 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 Costa Mesa, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Costa Mesa, 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 Costa Mesa, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Costa Mesa, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 128 reviews of the 272 listed babysitters.