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Jessica B.

Fun Mom And Pet Lover

McKinleyville, CA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
With over 15 years of experience in childcare, I have worked with a wide range of children ages from infancy to tweens. I have a precocious 5-year-old daughter. We love to make art, make music, sing and dance. We also love to read together and do math for fun. Our house is full of fun things to do, pets to pet, nearby hiking...

Care Member says "A few years ago, we hired Jessica, a wonderful babysitter/nanny who took care of our daughter from about age 1 to 3. She took great care of our...

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Nanny

McKinleyville, CA

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$28/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello there! My name is Hanna, and I am currently a Firefighter Paramedic based in Lincoln County, Oregon. I am looking for a full time career change but I am also open to considering part time or occasional babysitting. I have worked with children since I was a child, growing up in my mothers in home daycare. Over the years I...
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More About Me

McKinleyville, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
My name is Kevina and I am an Early Childhood Education major at Clovis Community College! I currently have 12 ECE credits. I hope to eventually acquire a master in Early Childhood Education. I am excited to be working with families and provide the developmentally appropriate care that is crucial for children! I'd describe my...
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McKinleyville, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Marissa and I'm a student at Cal Poly Humboldt. Currently I'm finishing up my bachelors degree in Child Development. I have professionally worked one on one with nuerotypical children and children on the spectrum in both classroom and home settings. I pride myself in creating a safe, fun, and supportive learning...
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Fun Sitter With Lots Of Experience From Siblings And Other Children

McKinleyville, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I have lots of experience with all of my siblings as well as other children. I am CPR certified and am so excited to spend my time with the littles
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McKinleyville, CA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
I'm a creative and imaginative childcare provider with five years of experience caring for children ages 0 to 11. I'm passionate about supporting families and making a positive impact on the lives of children. I'm also a skilled swimmer, so I'd love to teach your little ones how to swim! With effective communication being key,...
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McKinleyville, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Olivia. I have been babysitting for the last 12 years and have cared for children between the ages of 0-14. Along with babysitting, I have experience as a preschool teacher, nanny, and camp counselor. Please feel free to reach me if you have any questions or want to know me better!
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Part-time Caregiver Available

McKinleyville, CA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! I grew up with a little brother, and during high school, I worked at a bilingual elementary school part-time. I worked with around 30 kids between the ages of 5 and 11. Over the years I've babysat for many different people that were family friends or families I've met through work. I love being around children of all...
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McKinleyville, CA

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$17/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a very responsible and caring person. I do not have any children myself, but I love kids. I have lots of experience with infants and toddlers, as well as potty training because I lived with my sister and her child from his birth until he was 3 1/2. I have a college degree in international politics and a minor in Spanish. I...
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20+ Years Of Childcare Experience

McKinleyville, CA

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$20/hr
20 years experience
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with 20 years in the field. As the eldest of three, I naturally took on a nurturing role, which led me to this profession. I connect easily with kids and ensure a safe, fun, and structured environment while respecting household rules. I love engaging children in games, puzzles,...
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Dedicated And Experienced Nanny

McKinleyville, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I'm an experienced and compassionate caregiver currently seeking new nanny clients to support and nurture. Over the past year, I've worked as a preschool teacher and have also subbed in toddler and infant classrooms, giving me hands-on experience across a wide age range. My childcare journey began at age 12 and has included...
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Arcata, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Megan and I am a graduate student 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...

Care Member says "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...

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Babysitter!

Arcata, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi there! I'm looking for a nice opportunity to earn extra income to help support my family. I am adventurous, responsible and very patient. I enjoy helping other families and I understand the importance of having your child be in a safe environment. I am a mom, so my child would be with me during babysitting. I have 6+ years of...

Ashley C. says "What an amazing caregiver. Attentive and fully present with my child. We love her call and caring demeanor and patience. Highly recommended."

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The Cool And Adventurous Sitter

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Zoe, I am 18 years old and experienced with kids of all ages. I am a trained cook and able to do most household chores and tasks. I love to do fun activities with the kids I hang out with and take care of and am very sociable. I am reliable, patient, outgoing and bouncy. I am currently in college, majoring in psychology...
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Arcata, CA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Maddie, I work in the field of children's mental health and with eight years of experience, as well as my bachelors in child and family development I am confident I will be a great caregiver for your family. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can thrive. I am...
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Experienced Part-Time Babysitter And Tutor Available On Weekday Nights And Date Nights

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
I have taken care of individual children from the ages of 3-month-old to 10 years old. I have learned and created several games to help them develop and exercise children's basic motor and identification skills. I have worked with groups of kids of ages 2-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-13, and 14-18-year-old children and teenagers as a dance...
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Arcata, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I've always had a passion for caring for children. From my early days of babysitting to now, I've realized that there's nothing more rewarding than seeing a smile on a child's face. I have one year of experience caring for children of various ages, and I'm comfortable looking after up to three children at a time. As a...
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Rose N.'s Photo

Arcata, CA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am currently in my third year of college working towards becoming a nurse-midwife. I find lots of joy working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 13, so I have around eight years of experience. I have been consistently babysitting for multiple families for many years and I frequently take new families...
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Hailee M.'s Photo

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I have dedicated the last four years of my life to positively impacting the lives of children and supporting families. My passion for caregiving stems from my previous babysitting experiences, where I discovered my ability to create a safe and stimulating environment for...
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Chloe K.'s Photo

Arcata, CA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
As a nurturing and dedicated childcare provider with seven years of experience, my passion for caring for children stems from my previous babysitting roles, where I witnessed the positive impact I could have on their lives. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creative and imaginative nature, allows me to engage...
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  • 49 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.55/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in McKinleyville, CA

Babysitters in McKinleyville, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 49 listed babysitters

Jessica B.

A few years ago, we hired Jessica, a wonderful babysitter/nanny who took care of our daughter from about age 1 to 3. She took great care of...

- Care member

Megan K.

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...

- Care member

Leo T.

What an amazing caregiver. Attentive and fully present with my child. We love her call and caring demeanor and patience. Highly recommended.

- Ashley C.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in McKinleyville, CA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in McKinleyville, 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 11 babysitters in McKinleyville, 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 McKinleyville, CA babysitters on Care.com is $19.55 per hour as of August 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 McKinleyville, 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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