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Leyla K.

Marriage And Family Therapist Intern Available For Childcare

Fairfax, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there, I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern accruing my 3, 000 hours towards licensure and working w/ some great families doing childcare at the same time. I have over 25 years of experience working with kids and teens: from being a therapist for kids and teens, to being a Montessori teacher, a voice teacher, a nanny, a...

Megan L. says "Leyla was the best caregiver we have had so far for our two children (now 5 and 2). She looked after our kids since our youngest was 5 months old and our...

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Liza D.

A Little Bit About Me :)

Fairfax, CA

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$23/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Liza! I recently graduated from University of Portland with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I'm currently in a time of transition and looking for occasional babysitting and part-time nannying opportunities while I study for my NCLEX and get my feet in the ground. In my free time, I enjoy the outdoors, listening...
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Camila S.

Camila.

Fairfax, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, I'm Camila, a psychologist passionate about the development and well-being of children. Recently, I have decided to combine my background and expertise in psychology with my love for childcare. With my background in psychology, I have a deep understanding of the emotional and cognitive needs of children. I am trained to...
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Dawn F.

Fairfax, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Kind fun active , patient , warm loving! I like working with kids because they need help and support and I'm good at that it's a neat role, to guide them and help them learn ! In my spare time, I like to yogam biking, spend time at the spa , travel I will thrive in a respected role! team minded family My skills include...
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Nicolette M.

Fairfax, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'll be a sophomore at Cal Poly SLO this fall and I'm looking for a family to help with any and all of their needs- childcare, tutoring, errands, cooking, and cleaning, etc. I'll be available between 15-30 hours a week depending on my school schedule. I'm very hands-on with the children I care for- I love watching their...
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Amanda S.

Fairfax, CA

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$27/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi I'm Amanda , I'm 25 y. o and I live in Fairfax with my husband . I'm Brazilian but I moved to California in 2023 when I was on the au pair exchange , I lived with an American family and I took care of they 6 kids during 1 year and 7 months . In Brazil I also worked with childcare being a nanny for some years also worked in a...
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Erica K.

Fairfax, CA

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$10/hr
2 years experience
As a nurturing caregiver with a passion for enriching young minds, I find immense joy in supporting families and providing reliable childcare solutions. My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my friendly and approachable nature, allows me to connect with children effortlessly. I believe in open communication with parents,...
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Parbati K.

Fairfax, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I've been entrusted to care for children of various ages throughout the last three years. I've always been passionate about caring for children, as I find it incredibly rewarding to see them learn, grow, and thrive under my care. I have a patient and calm demeanor, which helps create a nurturing environment for children. My...
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Sian N.

Babysitter

San Anselmo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi I'm Sian! I've been nannying and working with children for 8 years. I am currently a nanny/family manger to a family with a 1, 4, and 6-year-old. Getting outside for exercise is extremely important to me coming from an athletic background, as well as making sure online use of phones and video games is brought to a limit! I...

Nikole L. says "Ms. Sian was amazing! She was our babysitter for six months to my three and five year old. Sian would always show up half an hour early to help us get out...

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Aarti S.

Sitter Who Loves The Outdoors And Being Creative!

San Rafael, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Aarti. I have been babysitting/ caring for children in different settings for about 9 years. I go to Dominican University currently getting my masters in Occupational Therapy. From basic care and camp counseling to working at a Pediatric CP clinic, I have lots of experience! I really enjoy hiking, baking, and...

Jill M. says "Aarti has been watching my kids for 5 years. She is amazing! She is always on time, has fun with them, is smart, creative and easygoing. She is our kids'...

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Ibeth H.

Novato, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I like working with kids . It is really fun experience because you learn something new each day. I love to spend my free time with kids. I'm working full time for a daycare here in Marin and I also do babysitting on the weekend. In the future I would like to become a pediatrician and give my family a better life. I think kids...

Care Member says "Ibeth has been our go-to babysitter for a few years now! She is super reliable and has tons of experience with little ones. Our 1 and 4 year old always...

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Asya A.

Experienced Sitter

San Rafael, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Asya and I currently live in San Rafael. I have nanny experience through care. com and from years of previous experience as well. Before summer I was working full time as a nanny for a 7-year-old. My responsibilities included pickup/drop off, meal prep/making, homework help, dog walking, grocery pickup,...

Christine S. says "Asya was fantastic with our two little boys (1 and 4 years old.) Our oldest called her his friend after day 1! We would highly recommend her to any...

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Madison V.

Supporting Kids With Autism

Mill Valley, CA

4.3(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Madison, and I'm available for babysitting. I work as a therapeutic support specialist for children on the neurodiverse spectrum, and I'm open to caring for both autistic and neurotypical kids. I currently work full-time at The Helix School, a non-profit K-12 school supporting neurodiverse kids. I'm also a...

Care Member says "Where do I even start… Madison is the absolute best! She is patient, kind, and extremely reliable. Like on the dot reliable. My girls absolutely LOVE...

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Meyling L.

Fun & Outgoing Babysitter

San Rafael, CA

4.9(1)
from
$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
My name is Meyling & I recently graduated from Cal East Bay Hayward. I have been babysitting since 2009. I absolutely love working with infants & toddlers, but I babysit children of all ages. I am a dependable & qualified babysitter you can trust with flexible hours. I'm looking for full-time, date night, & overnight...

Care Member says "Meyling has been an amazing caretaker for our home, including our pets and children. We trust her with everything and she always delivers. We're so...

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Emily K.

Looking For My Next Best Friend!

Mill Valley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Emily! I have been watching children for 15 years, and I have watched all ages from infants to teens. I have spent many hours with infants and was a live-in travel nanny for a family with an infant and 4-year-old. I am able to drive and I have my own car. I am a fun, friendly and energetic. I love to be outside...

Alexandria G. says "You will not find a better caregiver for your child than Emily. She was with our family for two years from when our daughter was 6 months old and...

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Mayara P.

Fun And Patient

Mill Valley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have over 6 years of experience in child care. I began my career as a nanny and have since grown into a dedicated Postpartum Doula and Newborn Care Specialist. My mission is to provide families with the care, guidance, and reassurance they need during this precious time. I offer personalized support for new moms and their...

Care Member says "Maya is an outstanding nanny! She’s absolutely caring and babies love her. She’s got an insane amount of experience, patience and on top of that she’s...

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Ingrid M.

San Rafael, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi my name is Ingrid. I am looking for full time or part time job with in my area. I have many years in experience and currently work in a organic super market but I'm looking for a babysitting job.

Jutta R. says "Ingrid is wonderful. Ingrid is helping me with my 7 year old son and also with a lot of housekeeping. We all love her and are always looking forward to the...

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Keren M.

San Anselmo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi! I am 25 years old and have 9 years of experience as a housekeeper. I pride myself on my dependable work ethic and dedication to helping run a home smoothly. Take pressure with ease can handle various tasks, these include grocery shopping, running errands needed in home, and maintaining a clean environment. I am looking to...

Heather A. says "Keren is the best! We are grateful everyday to have her in our home. She is wonderful with our children (17 months and 4 years old). Everyone loves her!...

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Catalina C.

Child care

Corte Madera, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hey there! I'm Catalina I'm 31, originally from Colombia, and a proud mama to a super fun 2-year-old boy. I have a background in Social Communication & Advertising, but these days, I run a photography biz with my husband, teach dance, and work as a nanny (which I love). I speak Spanish, Portuguese, and English fluently, and I'm...

Care Member says "My 13 month old son got along great with Catalina! She needed very little instruction and was available last minute. Also just a lovely person to chat...

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Lohanna P.

Reliable Nanny - 14 Years Experience

Corte Madera, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a former behavior therapist with 14 years of experience in child care. My experience ranges from caring for 4mo - 12-year-old kids. Throughout the years, I've had the pleasure of working with so many amazing families forming long-lasting bonds. I've taken child development classes, which have increased my knowledge in...

Joanna L. says "We love Lohanna. Lohanna was our nanny for my sons first year of life and she was amazing. Once we transitioned him to daycare we continued to use Lohanna...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.38/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fairfax, CA

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

Leyla K.

Leyla was the best caregiver we have had so far for our two children (now 5 and 2). She looked after our kids since our youngest was 5...

- Megan L.

Sian N.

Ms. Sian was amazing! She was our babysitter for six months to my three and five year old. Sian would always show up half an hour early to...

- Nikole L.

Aarti S.

Aarti has been watching my kids for 5 years. She is amazing! She is always on time, has fun with them, is smart, creative and easygoing....

- Jill M.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fairfax, CA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Fairfax, 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 8 babysitters in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, CA babysitters on Care.com is $24.38 per hour as of June 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 Fairfax, 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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