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100 babysitters are listed in Palo Alto, CA
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Palo Alto, CA
Claribel P.
Palo Alto, CA
$30-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
Since I love work with kids I'm very lovely women respectfully energetic I love play white them go to the park or they activities
Skills:
CPR
Staci S.
Palo Alto, CA
$20-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
I'm an experienced, nurturing childcare provider with a 15-year history of supporting families and fostering children's development. My passion for childcare stems from the joy I find in helping children learn, grow, and reach their full potential.
I'm known for my patient and calm demeanor, which creates a positive and...
Emeline K.
Palo Alto, CA
$45/hr • 15 yrs exp
I'm loving caring and trustworthy person. Family is very important to me. Love to connect with people. Team player fast learner and problem solver. Love kids I have an 5 years old daughter and a 1 and half year old son.
Emeline can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Keily H.
Palo Alto, CA
$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a friendly, patient, and reliable childcare provider with a passion for supporting families. My calm demeanor creates a nurturing environment for children to thrive. With one year of experience, I'm skilled at engaging children in various activities, both educational and fun, such as outdoor sports, board games, and puzzles....
I'd describe my personality as a loyal , responsible, caring and fun person
I like working with kids because they are very fun to be around
I started working with kids when I was in High School as a part time nanny
In my spare time, I like to go hiking and go to church:
My skills include , feeding baby, diaper changing,...
Juana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Experienced healthcare manager and companion care giver for seniors. I am well educated, very social, pleasant and highly organized. I maintain a healthy and super active lifestyle. As regards my interests, I am musically inclined, love gardening, arts and crafts and DIY projects. Having worked in both hospital and hospitality...
Arpita can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Kimberly S.
Palo Alto, CA
$28/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, I am a 19-year-old student at Cañada College! I am bilingual and fluent in both english and spanish! At the moment my schedule is pretty flexible. I have always had the opportunity to take care of my younger siblings as well as my nieces and nephews since a young age. I have experience in taking care of children as young...
Sonia T.
Palo Alto, CA
$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Sonia, I have over 10 years experience as a nanny, I enjoy working with children, I can cook, clean, and have my own form of transportation. Please reach out if you have questions. Thank you
Having a 20-month-old toddler myself, I am going through the same gratifying challenges that you are!
I hope your child will love my silly voices when I read to them, my relaxed demeanor, and my awe for the small victories they accomplish themselves.
As I am currently looking for part-time, I can do light housekeeping...
Leah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Claribel P.
Palo Alto, CA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm very patient very lovely and respect with kids and family I love play whit the kids my name is Claribel you can call me Clara or clary
Sara M.
Palo Alto, CA
$30-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. am a responsible, serious person but at the same time I identify a lot with children, I love entertaining them and playing and teaching them manual things. I am a mother of 2 and have 2 granddaughters that I have helped raise. I also like to combine...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with 10 years of experience nurturing and supporting children's growth. My passion for fostering their development and making a positive impact in their lives fuels my commitment to providing reliable care for families.
My patient and calm nature, coupled with my creativity and friendly...
Hello! I am a college student majoring in English and minoring in Spanish. I am a very energetic, patient, and creative person. I have one year of experience working with children, have been a camp counselor for two years, and am currently a lifeguard. In addition, I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal...
Selina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I was born and raised in Redwood City, I became a mother at a young age to 3 amazing girls and began providing cleaning services in 2014, in this very app. I needed at self paced work environment with flexibility to accommodate my life as a single parent. Over 10 years later I have had great success and some defeats, I've...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Trustline Certified
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...
Ivonne can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Dayanna S.
Palo Alto, CA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello Families,
My name is Dayanna, and caring for children has always been a passion of mine. Growing up alongside my mom, who has been a dedicated nanny for 30 years, I discovered my love for working with kids early on. That passion has only grown over the years, shaping my journey toward becoming a pediatric nurse in the...
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am positive and patient with a little more than 7 years of experience caring for children over weekdays, weekends, breaks, holidays, and evenings. I maintain good rapport and trust with my clients by my ability to utilize my interpersonal skills effectively. I am very good with maintaining order by instilling conflict...
Ana F.
Palo Alto, CA
$50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm Ana, I have been working as a caregiver for the past months. I have worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds and I am passionate about helping people and providing compassionate care and support for those who need it particularly to elderly and individuals with special needs. I am a provider and working for In-Home...
Arin M.
Palo Alto, CA
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experience Outdoors Nanny. Very Well Seasoned Nanny, And Great Sense Of Humor.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I have been a nanny for 25 years, and have worked for many local families. I still work for a few local families on a need basis. I have cared for a range of ages from a few weeks old, to the happy teen years. Im always reading books about different parenting ideas, and always on the hunt for children's books that grab...
Arin can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Palo Alto, CA:
How can I find a Palo Alto babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Palo Alto, 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 100 babysitters in Palo Alto, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Palo Alto, CA?
The average rate for Palo Alto, CA babysitters on Care.com is $27.56 per hour as of May 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Palo Alto, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Palo Alto, 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.
Ratings for Palo Alto, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Palo Alto, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 51 reviews of the 100 listed babysitters.