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Irene M.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I started taking care of B when he was 9 months old and watched him until the family moved to San Francisco in November of 2017. He was 2 and a half years by then. Along with B I had my daughter who is the same age.

Suzanne C. says "We hired Irene in July of 2016 to take care of our 1 year old son. She did an outstanding job, always reliable, punctual, fun, caring, provided a...

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Catheleen S.

Part-time Or Full-time Care Giver Of Pets, Children And The Elderly

San Juan Capistrano, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm a 56-year-old grandma and mother. I've been a caregiver my entire life. I have cared for children, grandchildren, mom and dad, and pets. I have also cared for several seniors who require constant care, changing, bathing, and medication. I've always enjoyed this work for I feel I'm giving back to society. I currently work as...

Renee S. says "Catheleen applied and interview for a position as a 24/4 caregiver for my 95 year old mother. Her skills, experience and warm personality were a perfect...

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Estella L.

Stella L.

Laguna Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi, my name is Stella and I am 24yrs old! Born and raised in Laguna Beach. I have experience caring for children of various ages, including ages 1 to 13 and I have about 9 years of experience doing so. I absolutely love it. I believe in creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for children, where we can all learn and...

HERVE L. says "I have twins 8 years old and 2 dogs She did a good job .. kids love her and she clean behind her !! "

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Nivalda G.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Aliso Viejo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I have a Bachelor of Science degree in communication. I Speak English and Portuguese. I am married and loving mother of three boys, ages 24, 18, and 17. I have over 10 years of experience as a Teacher Assistant in Day Care. I have worked with all ages - from infant to school-age. I am able to help your children with reading,...

Gianna W. says "Nivalda is a gift to our family. I trust her to not only take care of our daughter but teach and love her. She is kind, smart, loving, fun and calm. Our...

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Elieth G.

Aliso Viejo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello I am Ellie. I am 46 years old, I speak very good English but my native language is Spanish. I studied ESL and Early Child Development at college. I have 17+ years of experience as a nanny with children age ranging from new born to teen age. I have worked as a preschool teacher assistant for 2 years for my local district,...

Noelle B. says "Is absolutely wonderful in every way. My children love and respect her."

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Marissa N.

Laguna Hills, CA

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I grew up with a lot of younger siblings ranging in ages and often times was deemed the responsible one who my grandma wanted to watch them; they were typically between the ages of 6 months to 3 years old. As I got older, I continued that with my cousin's daughter who was, at the time, 6. This included but isn't limited to the...

Yamile G. says "Marissa is great! I truly appreciate that she always went the extra mile. She did such a great job with my son! I would definitely have her come back full...

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Paris G.

Aliso Viejo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Paris and my goal as a nanny is to create a fun and safe environment for the children I care for. I am energetic and fun as well as responsible and hard working. I have years of experience with children from newborns to older kids and loved every age. I also am willing to do light house work and run errands. I am...

Care Member says "Paris babysat for my 5 year old daughter for a few months when I needed to pick up more work. She was so sweet and very reliable. I trusted her very...

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Setaurestar V.

Aliso Viejo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Setare, and I am excited about the opportunity to care for your little one. With specialized training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and a solid background in child development, I am dedicated to fostering your child's growth and lending a helping hand to busy families! I studied English Literature at CSULB, and...

Care Member says "She was excellent; our kids were happy and comfortable with her and woke up asking for Setare to come to our home again to play. That tells a parent...

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Mari L.

Responsible Nanny

Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am vaccinated. Hi Family, I'm an experienced and responsible Nanny, I love interacting and taking care of children, having helped to raise 7 children between nieces and nephews, with a lot of experience with infant and sleep training. When I moved to CA, I have a lot of free time to give love and attention to the children I...

Gabriela B. says "Mari was amazing, very punctual and super friendly with the kids. My 10 and 8 year old absolutely loved her and said they had a blast. She kept them...

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Anna C.

Would Rather Be Hanging With The Kiddos!

San Clemente, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have always enjoyed working with kids of various ages. I enjoy keeping the kids busy with either fun indoor activities like crafts or outdoor activities like going to a local park or a fun beach day! I am good with all kids and have had many years of volunteer opportunities with kids with special needs including animal therapy...

Care Member says "We had the pleasure of having Anna as our nanny for 2 years. She became best friends with our 2 year old son and would take care of him as if he was her...

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Lisa V.

Casual Babysitter - CPR Certified - W/ Positive Outlook

San Juan Capistrano, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
I am a mother of two. I am looking to supplement my income with part time occasional work. I have always enjoyed being a mother and feel children are a gift from God.

Monique H. says "She was so sweet and warm. She had wonderful energy and was very engaging with my 3 young children. I highly recommend and will definitely have her help...

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Alex C.

Chill Babysitter Located In MISSION VIEJO

San Juan Capistrano, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
Located in Placentia. I have worked professionally as a nanny/babysitter over the past two years and I have four years of every day experience with my youngest sister. I am CPR certified. I am the eldest sibling of 5, with the widest age gap being around 12 years. I have helped to raise three of my siblings since infancy,...

Karen C. says "Alex babysat for our two children (2 and 4 months) for a couple of weeks and she arrived early every morning. She did a great job following our...

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Miriam C.

Ladera Ranch, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Miriam! I am 40 years old. I'm trying to follow with what I love to do; help families continue doing what they need and know their children are in good hands. I love outdoor activities and I am creative, organized, clean, patient and I can help in many different areas of the house! I am ready to start, please...

Ravneet R. says "Miriam is THE BEST. She has been working for our family and taking care of my son for the past 2.5 years. I could not have asked for a better nanny for...

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Kaie F.

About Me

Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as loving, thoughtful, caring I'm looking for a job that is consistent and flexible with time off. I started working with kids when I was 16 years old. One thing you should know about me is that I have experience as a babysitter and a gymnastics coach. So, I'm comfortable and knowledgeable when it...

Care Member says "Katie is absolutely amazing and my son absolutely adores her. She’s very attentive and always on time! She sends daily updates and always keeps me in...

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Juliet S.

Nanny Available

Aliso Viejo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
I believe that childcare isn't just a job, it is a passion! My first experience was raising my 2 beautiful children. I have over 20 years experience in childcare with infants through 4th grade. I love working with children and seeing their faces when they explore and learn new things.

Daniela M. says "Juliet is absolutely wonderful! She is very kind, loving, patient and attentive. She's also a great teacher. In a short period of time, she taught our...

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Ellie M.

Experienced Babysitter; Looking To Nanny Part-time

Laguna Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hi there! My name is Ellie and I've been a babysitter and nanny for quite some time now. After I graduated from college (where I got my degree in childhood education) I went to work for someone on the Dodgers as a full time nanny and then went on to pursue a professional career as an executive assistant. However, my schedule has...

Miss T. says "Ellie is a natural and she works hard at what ever the job requires. She is easy going and I can count on her to not only watch my kids but also enjoy them....

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Natalie V.

Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
13 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as kind, openhearted, and outgoing. I like working with kids because they remind me to live in the moment and find joy in the small things. I'm looking for a job that fulfills me and brings me happiness. I started working with kids when I was 13. In my spare time, I like to be in nature and spend...

Care Member says "Natalie is one of the most reliable, friendly, and engaging babysitters I have hired for my children. I love coming home and hearing all about the fun...

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Laura S.

Aliso Viejo, CA

3.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Fun-loving babysitter. I am a dedicated, responsible, and caring babysitter with over 14 years of experience looking after children of all ages. I am passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children while their parents are away. I can provide references upon request. Thank you!

Ana B. says "Responded to emails promptly, but had already accepted other job."

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Zahra J.

Part-Time Babysitter

Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
Hi. I am an experienced babysitter who has cared for all age groups. I work part time, but I have a flexible schedule and available for last minute jobs and date nights. Babysitting isn't just my career, I love being with kids and taking care of them is my priority. I have a reliable car with a clean record and background...

Care Member says "Zahra was a blessing to our family. She’s been taking care of our rambunctious 15 month old. She is very hands on, caring and loving towards him. She is...

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Ina C.

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver For Children With Special Needs

Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been a preschool teacher before going to college. I recently worked with ABA Therapy with children on the Autism Spectrum. I have been an aide in middle school with learning disabilities. My social work experience has been with a foster care agency and outpatient psychiatric hospital. My real experience has been being a...

Karen C. says "Ina was wonderful with our 2 year old boy and 4-month old girl. She was right on time/a little early, thoughtful, considerate, and anticipated what needed...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.83/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.5

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dana Point, CA

Babysitters in Dana Point, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Irene M.

We hired Irene in July of 2016 to take care of our 1 year old son. She did an outstanding job, always reliable, punctual, fun, caring,...

- Suzanne C.

Catheleen S.

Catheleen applied and interview for a position as a 24/4 caregiver for my 95 year old mother. Her skills, experience and warm personality...

- Renee S.

Estella L.

I have twins 8 years old and 2 dogs She did a good job .. kids love her and she clean behind her !!

- HERVE L.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dana Point, CA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dana Point, 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 Dana Point, 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 Dana Point, CA babysitters on Care.com is $22.83 per hour as of October 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 Dana Point, 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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