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60 babysitters are listed in Los Altos, CA
The average rate is $26/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Los Altos, CA
Andrea G.
Los Altos, CA
$30-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
I am very interested in the nanny position. I have been working with children for many years in different capacities. I love help them explore, learn and grow. My total teaching and administrative experience with both preschool and children in family care as a nanny exceeds 20 years. I am holding a Master Teacher and a Site...
Kiarra P.
Los Altos, CA
$40/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I enjoy playing games with kids and doing arts and crafts. I have experience working with young children and toddlers and am comfortable with dogs
Kiarra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi my name is Samara, I'm super helpful, patient and friendly with my clients. I'm always trying my best with them , for me their safety it's the most important.
thanks!
Samara can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, home modification, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I love taking care of dogs and cats. I used to work in a Veterinarian office when I was young, before becoming an Executive Chef. Pets have always been a part of my life and enjoy taking care of them.
Patricia can also help with: Pet walking
I have a crazy fun loving energetic beagle at home and have worked with puppies and high energy dogs. I am very comfortable walking dogs and taking them to the dog park or playing in the yard. I have experience with dogs around 25 lbs, along with larger breeds like german shepherds and golden retrievers.
Kiarra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Sadee M.
Los Altos, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've been babysitting for as long as I can remember. As the oldest sister to my two brothers and the oldest cousin of seven, I've always been helping out with kids, whether it's for family or friends. Being with kids of any age brings back memories of my own childhood with my siblings. I'm currently 24 and pursuing graduate...
Sadee can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Maria O.
Los Altos, CA
$45-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Maria. I have a passion for working with children and have dedicated 20 years to the education field, with a focus on children with special needs for the past decade. Holding a degree in early childhood education, I have experience with children from infancy through high school, along with years of nanny experience. As a...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as friendly, responsible and professional.
I like working with kids because I like spend time with them and also I like to see their developmental process. Also I like to teach them new things and I can have knowledge from the kids.
I'm looking for a job that can give me stability and a place where...
Maira can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maira was really nice and she took great care of our daughter. She did a great job feeding her, playing with her, and putting her to bed. We would definitely hire Maira again!"
Adela D.
Catalina B.
Mountain View, CA
$30-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi mom/dad. I am originally from Brazil but was raised in San Francisco. I am looking for part time or date nights gigs with the little ones because I just love them so much!
I have experience with babysitting as I have also worked at a camp for kids with disabilities. I am responsible, reliable and energetic. I believe that...
Catalina can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our children loved Catalina! She's full of smiles and energy, easy to work with, and very responsive in communications. She played games with our toddlers, made drawings with them, and read them bedtime stories. I'd be happy to have Catalina come help us again!"
Sally T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Having accumulated 3 years of valuable experience, I am well equipped to provide exceptional assistance in various areas. Among my proficiencies are Swimming Supervision, Meal Prep and Driving.
Owning a reliable car and possessing a flexible schedule, I am fully prepared to adapt to your family's specific requirements. Whether...
Nourchene can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Nourchene has been taking care of our 4 year old and 20 month old for the last few months, and she's been awesome! She is extremely reliable, and always on time. She has helped us with last minute child care needs. She is kind, but firm with the kids. She learned...
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Hannah J.
Sunnyvale, CA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Hannah and I'm a full time student at San Jose State. I am looking for a part time babysitting job for the summer (and potentially into the school year). I love working with children and have 5 years experience as a nanny and tutor. I'm looking forward to hearing from you!
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Hannah was great with my two year old son. It takes him a bit to warm up to people and Hannah was very patient with him and they were great friends by the end of her visit."
Samantha S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Linnea and I am currently 21 years old, attending UCI. I have been babysitting for around eight years and I started nannying in 2013. I love kids of all ages and think that every child has something special to offer. The reason I enjoy working with children so much is because they are able to show us how to be honest...
Linnea can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Linnea took care of my 2 young boys (3 and 5 yo) after school while she lived in San Francisco Bay Area. She is a very capable and reliable babysitter. She also plays well with the kids and is assertive and warm at the same time. I would recommend her to other...
Brenda L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
5+ years of nannying/babysitting ranging ages 14 months to 15 years old. Responsibilities include daily play-time, making lunch, changing diapers, driving to and from school, and more.
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Wendy supported our family for about a year. She started as a tutor and someone to help our kindergartner during the COVID distance learning phase. Later, she also started providing child care for our 2 and now 3 year old.
I would highly recommend Wendy....
Gavin W.
Ayla L.
Mountain View, CA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Ayla 25 Part Time Babysitter/ House Cleaner Local In Mountain View
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a mother of 2 my kids They're both in school now I have a big family and have helped with babysitting also raising my own children and it's something I enjoy I was a stay at home mom for 5 years doing house chores taking care of the kids and now they're both in school. I started babysitting and house cleaning and it's...
Ayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"She’s amazing fun an outgoing my children loved when she would care for them if o had the chance to hire her again I would most definitely have her be the one to watch my kids an do house chores an meal prep if it was a 10star rating she would definitely get a 10"
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Shabreena C.
Menlo Park, CA
$35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! I love looking after and interacting with kids. I started out babysitting for a lot of family's in the neighborhood I lived in. I know how important safety is to parents and I will look after your children well. I am responsible and punctual. Looking forward to hearing from you!
Shabreena can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"I've had the absolute pleasure of having Shabreena watch my two daughters for more than 4 years. Shabreena is our occasional mother's helper and date night sitter but was our full time sitter during January - August 2020. Our whole family absolutely adore her and...
Charlotte M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Jordyn! I have been a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit nurse for 5 years. I am NRP certified as well as BLS/CPR certified.
I went to the University of Florida where I earned my first bachelors in Health Education and my second bachelors in Science of Nursing. Go Gators!
I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old...
Jordyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jordyn is a very caring and conscientious nicu nurse. I felt extremely comfortable leaving my children with her for long periods of time. She gave her full attention to my kids needs at all times! My children absolutely adore her! "
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4.5
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have been a nanny for well over 6 years, with experience in and out of the country.
Experience as a live-in nanny for over 2+years, and continue then as live-out since 2018 with all ages, looking forward to be able to create a learning yet fun environment. I'm the artistic type of person, I will be always looking for...
Leslie can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leslie took care of my 6 week old for a couple of weeks. I was so nervous about hanging over my infant, but Leslie’s loving, compassionate nature and confidence in his skills made the transition much easier. She handled everything around the baby.. feeding,...
Nitasha W.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hello dear families :)
I am available for morning and night job .
Experienced babysitter
Bagdat can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is very punctual and responsible with the children.
My daughter was happy with it
I saw that she was attentive to both children the entire time. I recommend her."
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 12 years of experience in the care of newborns and toddlers, I am a very reliable, patient, caring, kind, and creative person. With me you will find a person who will help you with the education and development of your children. trips to different places according to their age (parks, museums, zoos, etc.) classes that...
Morysha can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Morysha is the best nanny I can imagine. She has been our rock, our family, somebody we can trust completely, and who I enjoyed having in our home almost every day. With her my daughter grew up to be kind, polite like a princess, brave, funny, creative,...
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Ana S.
Sunnyvale, CA
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hard working housekeeper with 4 years of experience, including meal preparation, childcare, personal shopper, laundry services and more.
On top of everything and committed on providing the best service. Detail oriented, responsible, and flexible.
Ana can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, organization, general room cleaning
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Los Altos, CA
Maira B.
5.0
Maira was really nice and she took great care of our daughter. She did a great job feeding her, playing with her, and putting her to bed. We would definitely hire Maira again!
- Adela D.
Catalina B.
5.0
Catalina was wonderful! She looked after my 14-month-old and he loved her. He can be a bit shy but immediately wanted to play, and I felt totally happy leaving him with Catalina. Also she was really punctual and communicative. Highly recommend! :)
- Claire G.
Nourchene H.
5.0
We've worked with Nourchene for four months and it's been great. Beyond childcare, the kids love her (and her cooking) and she's been a life-saver when it comes to driving kids to activities, dinner prep, grocery pick up, and laundry. We're going to miss working with her when our kids start their...
- Care member
Hannah J.
5.0
Hannah was great with my two year old son. It takes him a bit to warm up to people and Hannah was very patient with him and they were great friends by the end of her visit.
- Samantha S.
Linnea N.
5.0
Linnea took care of my 2 young boys (3 and 5 yo) after school while she lived in San Francisco Bay Area. She is a very capable and reliable babysitter. She also plays well with the kids and is assertive and warm at the same time. I would recommend her to other families.
- Brenda L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Los Altos, CA:
How can I find a Los Altos babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Los Altos, 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 47 babysitters in Los Altos, 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 Los Altos, CA?
The average rate for Los Altos, CA babysitters on Care.com is $26.32 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 Los Altos, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Los Altos, 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.