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94 babysitters are listed in Monterey, CA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Monterey, CA
4.6
(18)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Molly and I am a graduate from the University of California, San Diego. I was a transfer student from the Monterey Peninsula and majored in Psychology. I am currently in the process of finishing my clinical/volunteer hours needed for my graduate school applications (I hope to apply to an MSW program). I am CPR...
Molly can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Molly was such a great nanny to my then eight month old. She was great with my daughter, always punctual, happy, and communicated clearly with me. I would absolutely recommend her to other families! "
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Hannah. I have been nannying and babysitting on the Monterey Peninsula for 7 + years. I've gained most of my experience working with children from the ages of newborn to 6/7 years. I am passionate about creating a warm and loving learning environment for the children I care for while working alongside parents to help in...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dara. I am from Cambodia. I'm a student at MPC. I've been a full-time nanny for nearly nine years and a live in nanny for over five years. I am kind, patient and fun to be around. Children warm up to me pretty quickly. I have completed 48 hours of Au Pair course from The College of Saint Rose, NY. I also...
Dara can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We just moved to the area and found Dara on the app. I interviewed Dara, had her come for a meet and greet. She showed up early and was excited to meet my 3 and 6 year olds. She is so friendly, educated and accommodating. I hired her for a date night.
For the...
Kalei K.
Keigan R.
Monterey, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(12)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Keigan and I am a former elementary school teacher (now working in marketing/ag*) with many years of babysitting experience. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have babysat and nannied many families with children varying from 5 months old to 14 years old. I am responsible, caring, and punctual. I enjoy...
Keigan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Keigan came to our hotel room to watch our 11-month old when we were in town for work. She was kind, calm and lovely with our little guy (even though he was pretty fussy when we left!) I would definitely recommend Keigan's services!"
Rhiannon K.
4.8
(10)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children since I was quite young. I have taught in the classroom, teaching kindergarten through 3rd grade. I have also substitute taught for all grade levels. I hold two teaching credentials, a Multiple Subject Credential as well as a Special Education moderate to severe teaching credential. I hold a Masters...
Kimberly can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kimberly watched our 2 children while we were at a wedding, and she was wonderful with them! They were immediately comfortable with her, as were we, and they had a great afternoon/evening. We really appreciated her calm and loving approach with our kids. Kimberly...
Elsa D.
Nicole G.
Monterey, CA
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi:) my name is Nicole. I'm 26 years old and a recent grad from Pepperdine Graduate School of Education and Psychology. I was recently awarded a Masters in clinical psychology with an emphasis in marriage and family therapy. As I wait for my associate number to begin practicing, I wanted to jump back into caregiving for the time...
5.0
"Nicole has been such a great caregiver for my 8 month old daughter. We have worked with her multiple times over the past few months.
My husband and I travel to Monterey a lot and Nicole has met us at different beaches and hotels!
She is engaging and fun!...
Hillary P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A little about me, I'm 27 and have been watching children for 15 years. I have taken CPR and first aid classes multiple times and I plan on renewing my training in a few months. I have some experience with pools having owned one and babysitting the neighbors in it. I am interested in the outdoors and fun educational activities....
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sam is very upbeat and cheerful. She relates very well to the kids in her care. Sam worked full time for our family when my son was 6 months old to roughly 3 years of age, while I worked from home. It has been almost 5 years since Sam worked for us, but she has...
Lynille S.
Olivia S.
Monterey, CA
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Inspiring Children To Be Creative, Emotionally Intelligent, And Confident Is My Passion!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an active duty soldier and 4-year college graduate here to help families and single-parents on the weekends. Recurring and one-time jobs accepted.
I have experience working as a caregiver for ages 2-12 as well as a commercial gym daycare for infants as young as 6 months.
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Olivia was a great last minute sitter, she was fast to respond and punctual. I felt extremely confident leaving my two toddlers with her. She went above and beyond to ask questions and made for a seamless experience. I would definitely use her again!"
Mccabe S.
Perla B.
Monterey, CA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey everyone,
My name is Perla, I'm 23 years old & I live in Salinas Ca. I am currently a Teacher Aid and have worked in the educational field since the age of 19, I have been fortunate enough to have worked in preschools, elementary schools, and middle schools as well. I also attended MPC where I received my AA in Early...
Perla can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Perla is extremely responsible and a trustworthy person. She played with my daughter in the park as I finished a school assignment. I will absolutely hire her again and I definitely recommend her."
Blanca L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Molly S and I am a University of California, San Diego student. I have previous pet sitting experience, as well as I have two dogs of my own. I hope to hear from you soon!
Molly can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Molly is a wonderful sitter and good person who I recommend highly. She started watching our son when he was 4 months old and continues to watch him a few times a month for date nights and long work days. She communicates concerns well, is safety conscious, tidy,...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I may be 62 years old but I'm so very young at heart! My two daughters are grown up and after babysitting recently, I realized hanging out with children is my calling.
I love playing games, creating new games and songs with children!!!!
Shannon can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shannon watched my daughter (9 months at the time) for a few months while her regular caretaker was unable to watch her. Shannon is extremely punctual and reliable and took the best care of my daughter! Shannon adores children and it shows in the care that she gave...
Denae D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Positive and optimistic, I prioritize crafting simple stress-free environments. This is why I moved to Monterey and live in a 5th wheel with my 2 boys, our rabbit and dog. After years working inside government, I started a consulting company to work for government from the outside. While I grow my company, I want to use my...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Positive and optimistic, I prioritize crafting simple stress-free environments. This is why I moved to Monterrey and with my 2 boys, our rabbit and my PTSD Service Dog. After years working inside government, I started a consulting company to work for government from the outside. , I want to use my creative and care taking skills...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer is very caring and nurturing. Always on time, super glad that we found her. Our kids love her and do really good with her. Highly recommended."
Myles M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I hold two teaching credentials, a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and a Special Education teaching credential. I have taught Special Education as well as 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and kindergarten grades. I have also visited children in the hospital dressed as Kimberlina, the magic fairy for a volunteer project and am a visiting...
Kimberly can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Kimberly took great care of my pets while I was away. She sent me pictures of them so I knew they were doing well and even managed to coax my shy girl out into the open. I would definitely recommend Kimberly and hire her again."
Kelly Y.
Julianna F.
Monterey, CA
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a family in need of childcare help and your family seems to be a great fit! I have been nannying and babysitting for about 5 years now (Ages ranging from 1-12) and enjoy being around children and helping them as much as I can. I am fully vaccinated, have my own transportation, and I am BLS certified (CPR...
Julianna can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We LOVE having Julianna babysit our kiddos! She is VERY good at communicating and responding. Our kiddos are happy to be with her- and she sends updates with pictures/videos! Appreciate her and would highly recommend!"
Lindsay M.
5.0
(1)
Hello families! A little bit about me, I have 6+ years of childcare/babysitting/nannying experience. I have been a private nanny for two families, worked in childcare for 4 years, and I have been babysitting since I was 14. I have cared for most ages and I am currently working towards a Master's in Family therapy with a...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Allison has years of experience working with children! She has been an amazing babysitter for my family for our toddler. She is always punctual and very dependable!"
Amanda M.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love cats and dogs. I'm ok with most other animals. walking feeding and play wonderful in home care
Lizbeth can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation
5.0
"Lizbeth was early to our meeting and meet and greet meeting. She is very cordial, dependable and loves animals. Over the thanksgiving week, she came by more than once a day, fed, administered medications twice a day, and spent some time with her. She was able to...
Wendy F.
Isabel F.
Monterey, CA
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic Sitter That Loves Getting Outdoors, Being Active And Doing Crafts
5.0
(1)
I have 10 years of experience with many different ages. 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 comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.
Isabel can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Isabel was an absolute pro. We were so impressed with her from our first phone conversation. She watched out 2.5-year-old for a week and kept him happy, and engaged. He ate and napped beautifully for her, something that is often a struggle when his own parents are...
Masha H.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a us air force veteran. I love kids and I can perform small housekeeping tasks, extended and overnight care. passing security/background checks. I am safe, trustworthy and reliable. I have 7 years of experience and have references.
Lizbeth can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Fantastic provider! My kids absolutely loved her. She was always very flexible and willing to go the extra mile when needed! "
Scott F.
Jennifer G.
Monterey, CA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Positive and optimistic, I prioritize crafting simple stress-free environments. This is why I moved to Monterey and with my 2 boys, our rabbit and my PTSD Service Dog. After years working inside government, I started a consulting company to work for government from the outside. , I want to use my creative and care taking skills...
Jennifer can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, grooming & more
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Monterey, CA
Molly S.
5.0
Molly watched our 3 month old for date night and we couldn't be happier! She was easy to communicate with leading up to the date of service, prompt, and so warm. She followed our bedtime routine to a T and even managed a tricky situation when the hotel fire alarm went off. She kept our baby safe and...
- Katy W.
Dara S.
5.0
We just moved to the area and found Dara on the app. I interviewed Dara, had her come for a meet and greet. She showed up early and was excited to meet my 3 and 6 year olds. She is so friendly, educated and accommodating. I hired her for a date night.
For the date night, she showed up early, and...
- Kalei K.
Keigan R.
5.0
Keigan was the sweetest with our kids!! She came to our hotel and took great care of my 3 nieces and son. She is super responsive, reliable and the kids raved about her! I would hire her again in a heartbeat!!
- Monica A.
Kimberly R.
5.0
Kim helped us out watching our 4-year-old while we attended a wedding. She is very kind and went above and beyond by bringing art supplies and other age-appropriate activities. She updated us throughout the evening with updates and photos. We felt that our child was in very good hands with Kim-He...
- Lindsay P.
Nicole G.
5.0
Nicole has been such a great caregiver for my 8 month old daughter. We have worked with her multiple times over the past few months.
My husband and I travel to Monterey a lot and Nicole has met us at different beaches and hotels!
She is engaging and fun! Very dependable and our family trusts...
- Hillary P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Monterey, CA:
How can I find a Monterey babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Monterey, 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 94 babysitters in Monterey, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.4. 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 Monterey, CA?
The average rate for Monterey, CA babysitters on Care.com is $21.31 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 Monterey, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Monterey, 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.
Ratings for Monterey, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Babysitters in Monterey, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 73 reviews of the 94 listed babysitters.