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60 babysitters are listed in Fortuna, CA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Fortuna, CA
Hello! I'm a currently seeking to connect with new families in the area for long term/ ongoing babysitting and or nanny jobs I have 3 years of experience working with infants and toddlers and I absolutely love caring for young children.
I'm calm natured, gentle, responsive, child-led, and companionate. I'm experienced and...
Tamia W.
Eureka, CA
$17-22/hr
I currently am employed full-time at St. Joseph's Hospital. I am familiar with stripping room, sanitizing, disinfecting and keeping an overall clean and sterile environment.
Tamia can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning
I am a former teacher available for tutoring kids of all ages. I work with homeschool families also. I'm available to help with all subjects, including math (through 11th grade).
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, my name is Ella and I am currently attending HSU in the Elementary Education program. Before moving to Humboldt I was an after school program Supervisor for over 4 years and prior to that a nanny for 4 years.
Caring for children is truly my life's passion. I am CPR and Fist Aid certified and have taken child development...
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Vanessa W.
Eureka, CA
$20-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
I was a CNA for 7 years I will do elderly care , bathing , cooking cleaning , transportation, errands hospice care and more
Vanessa can also help with: Respite care, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Wendy W.
Eureka, CA
$25-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time / Full Time Experienced Compassionate Reliable Non-smoker Senior Caregiver
5.0
(1)
With several years providing senior care for Alzheimer's and Dementia elderly care in the home. With an agency and private duty providing duties including Respite, Compassionate, companionship, shopping and food prep and with a passion for cooking healthy food, Medication management, light housework, personal laundry, driving to...
Wendy can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Wendy helped me take care of my mom when she was alive. She was so helpful, so
upbeat and friendly that her patients love her. The loving care she gave my mom was just the best. She is one that try's to think of fun things to do with patients if they are able, she...
Barbara N.
Shayna T.
Rio Dell, CA
$14-19/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I'm very good with kids and have always been the one my family goes to for babysitting:)
Shayna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
I have 10+ years babysitting experience.
I have worked full-time during four consecutive summers at residential summer camps. Also as well as volunteering at non-profit camps.
I have also been a professional swimming instructor for 6+ years. I work with all ages including infants.
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Wendy W.
Eureka, CA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitting And Dog Walking For Your Furry Friends In Your Home!!
II am a mature lady animal lover of all sizes, small or large! have had Labs all my life yellow, Black and chocolate dogs. My adult children had a Doggie Daycare and Doggie Boarding business and I helped them out at weekends and holidays with 87+ dogs. Locally, I have several regular clients and Pet sit and Dog walk, house sit...
Wendy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm Janessa! I am from Redding Ca, and live in Eureka, CA. I have a bachelors in psychology, and also have a great art background (one class short of a minor in studio arts). I'm also currently training to be a postpartum/ birth doula. I am 27 yrs old, and I have 7+ years of experience with babysitting and long term nannying. I...
Janessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Megan K.
Arcata, CA
$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Megan and I recently graduated from Humboldt State with a degree in Psychology.
I love being around kids, playing all kinds of games, watching movies, going outside, and being creative. I have experience with watching kids from ages 1-12 in a 5 year span.
Aside from babysitting, I enjoy house...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Megan is fantastic!!!! I hired her to do some cleaning for my apartment. I was worried it would be too much but she was willing to work with me and made a tougg situation much easier. Loved working with her, she’s extremely communicative and easy to work with. Her...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Savanna and I am 28 years old. I am originally from Humboldt County, Ca. I have about 13 years of paid experience working with children. I've worked at a summer camp for about 6 years as a Counselor and Program Director. I have worked as an English tutor/ camp counselor in Italy at summer camps for kids ages 4-16. My...
Savanna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Savannah has a kind and gentle presence, and immediately my little one was drawn to her. She was very creative coming up with artistic and musical activities. It was a pleasure having her in our home."
Care member
Megan K.
Arcata, CA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Megan and I am a recent graduate from Humboldt State. I am an animal lover with a flexible schedule that allows me to be available for morning/afternoon/night care. I have experience house sitting as well. Please feel free to message me with any questions (:
Megan can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Megan was so sweet in caring for our anxious 8 year old dog while we were in the Arcata area on a trip. She was communicative and our dog was obviously very comfortable with her! Would definitely hire her again if we are ever back in the area. Thanks Megan!"
Olivia D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Ellie, I recently moved back from Ireland where I was pursuing a Master's degree, and I am looking for a part time babysitting job. I have 7 years of prior experience working with kids between the ages of anywhere from newborn to 14 years old. I have worked as a camp counselor for 2 years, volunteered as an art tutor...
Ellie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I can not begin to say how amazing Ellie was for us, we hired her for a month during the summer for our 3 year old son. She was very professional and flexible when it came to my work schedule. Our son took to her immediately and always looked forward to playing...
Kadin M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of childcare experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
I love working with kiddos. They are the secret teachers to life helping us remember to play and not take things so seriously.
Keaton can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Keaton was great with my son. She was friendly and happy to be there with him! Would recommend!"
Sarah M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for animals my whole life. they are our children and family as well so why not give them the best in life.
Maggie can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"I hired Maggie as a pet sitter for my two older dogs, one cat, and bunny for 4 days. She went above and beyond to care for them, and was easily able to attend to all their different needs. She was punctual, articulate, and kept me up to date on how they were doing...
Mersadies C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families,
I'm Kayley and I am a junior in the Social Work department at Cal Poly HSU. Currently I'm babysitting 2 twin boys once a week. Last year I was working at an elementary school to supervise TK thru first graders and loved it. I have had many wonderful years of experience working with children as a swim instructor, a...
Kayley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kayley cares for our twin boys on a regular basis and we adore her! She helps them with their homework, plays, makes art, and cooks dinner with them. She is responsible, trustworthy, and caring. "
Care member
Megan K.
Arcata, CA
$13-22/hr
5.0
(1)
Hi, I am a college student looking to be a helping hand. Easy going, helpful, and kind are the words people would use to describe me. I have my own car for transportation and love to run errands. Housekeeping is one of my favorite things to do! Please feel free to message me with any questions.
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
Megan K.
Arcata, CA
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Megan and I am a recent graduate student from Humboldt State. I have experience cleaning for an home rental, peoples homes whether that be from jobs through Care or family's I babysat for. I have supplies I can provide. I am open to organizing and comfortable with animals.
Feel free to message me with any...
Megan can also help with: Dusting, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"We hired Megan for housecleaning for our rental studio. She always showed up on time, communicated her availability way in advance, and did a thorough, methodical job. It was a relief to have Megan working for us because I knew we could count on her."
Melanie M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fortuna, CA
Wendy W.
5.0
Wendy helped me take care of my mom when she was alive. She was so helpful, so
upbeat and friendly that her patients love her. The loving care she gave my mom was just the best. She is one that try's to think of fun things to do with patients if they are able, she would take my mom out to get...
- Barbara N.
Megan K.
5.0
Megan is fantastic!!!! I hired her to do some cleaning for my apartment. I was worried it would be too much but she was willing to work with me and made a tougg situation much easier. Loved working with her, she’s extremely communicative and easy to work with. Her rates are very reasonable, and did...
- Care member
Savanna P.
5.0
Savannah has a kind and gentle presence, and immediately my little one was drawn to her. She was very creative coming up with artistic and musical activities. It was a pleasure having her in our home.
- Care member
Megan K.
5.0
Megan was so sweet in caring for our anxious 8 year old dog while we were in the Arcata area on a trip. She was communicative and our dog was obviously very comfortable with her! Would definitely hire her again if we are ever back in the area. Thanks Megan!
- Olivia D.
Ellie D.
5.0
I can not begin to say how amazing Ellie was for us, we hired her for a month during the summer for our 3 year old son. She was very professional and flexible when it came to my work schedule. Our son took to her immediately and always looked forward to playing with her. I would absolutely recommend...
- Kadin M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fortuna, CA:
How can I find a Fortuna babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Fortuna, 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 Fortuna, 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.
How much do babysitters charge in Fortuna, CA?
The average rate for Fortuna, CA babysitters on Care.com is $19.25 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 Fortuna, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Fortuna, 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.