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Carmen C.

Part Time/Evenings or As Needed Evening Babysitting. Preferably Infants or Toddlers

Salinas, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
I have 10 years experience in childcare. I am proud to say I have been taking care of my 6 grandchildren and a grandniece, Monday -Friday and other children (as needed basis). Their ages vary from 12-2 years old. I do drop offs and pick ups to and from school, also drive them to sport activities/practices. When on vacation from...

Karina S. says "Carmen has been caring for my three children on date nights, 1-2 nights a month for the last three years. In that time, she has become a part of our...

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Kylie S.'s Photo

Salinas, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! Looking for Full Time/ Long Term position. I've been a professional nannying for over 4 years and been working in Boston MA, for the last 3 years. I currently just moved back to Salinas California. The family I worked for in MA was full time with 3 children under 5 and I was with them for 3 years. I also do work...

Care Member says "Kylie is great with babies/toddlers and we highly recommend her for anyone looking for a caring, dedicated and kind individual to help with their little...

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Chelsea P.'s Photo

Reliable Sitter

Salinas, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi my name is Chelsea! I'm seeking child care opportunities in Monterey county. I have been nannying for almost 2 years for children 6 months to 12 years old. I'm open to preparing food and doing light house work. I prefer a family with 1 or 2 kids!

Chelsea C. says "Chelsea is great! My kids love her. She's responsible and stays in contact with me and always asks questions while with the kids to make sure they're...

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Jackie M.'s Photo

About Me

Salinas, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Jackie! I am looking to become a sitter for a family. I have experience working with infants, toddlers and preschool age, but am willing to work with older children as well. I am also comfortable working with multiple children at once. Some skills I have include being very patient, having great communication, and...

Care Member says "Jackie has been an amazing nanny for my son. She is consistently on time, very reliable and a great communicator if anything unusual did come up. My...

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Part-Time Babysitter

Salinas, CA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Gabi and I'm a 26-year-old mother of two! I have a 4-year-old little girl and a 3 month of baby boy! I am looking for someone to watch my son on Thursdays and Fridays for a few hours as I am about to start work again!
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Babysitter/caregiver

Salinas, CA

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$23/hr
6 years experience
With 6 years of caregiving experience, I have developed a deep understanding of children's emotional, physical, and developmental needs. My experience includes working with children of different ages and abilities, which has allowed me to adapt my caregiving approach to each child's unique personality and requirements. I am...
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Part-time Babysitter/nanny

Salinas, CA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and I am CPR certified. I love animals, exercising, going to the beach, hiking, and traveling. I have previous experience as an Au Pair abroad. I'm responsible, reliable, and creative. I enjoy building relationships with the kids I care for.
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Patient Fun Babysitter

Salinas, CA

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$19/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Hi my name is zaina I am 23 years old. I'm a very responsible caring person. I have a 12-year-old sister who I've taken care of all my life. Ive taken care of my nieces, nephews, cousins, and a lot of babies and kids on here. I'm easy to get to know and great with kids. I'm good with homework and helping with anything school...
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Summer Babysitter And Tutor

Salinas, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I've been working with predominantly K-5 children for several years in both a day-camp and academic context. When in high school, I did some babysitting including meal preparation. Due to my background, I will include reading and enrichment activities while babysitting. I am happy to also include meal prep and basic housework if...
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Babysitter Or Part Time Nanny For The Summer

Salinas, CA

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$35/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have been a teacher for the past 4 years. I have my Master's in Teaching and have experience with kindergarten-2nd grade. I am looking for tutoring, babysitting, and temporary/part time nannying gigs while I am off for the summer.
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Fun Babysitter

Salinas, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. I am very good with kids and pets . Very patient and crafty and will always find something to do.
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Weekend Babysitting Service

Salinas, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I am a Cal Poly grad with experience in childhood education. I am also a BIG cat lover. I am looking to make some extra income many tutoring and pet sitting.
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Paige M.'s Photo

Salinas, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Bringing joy and nurturing growth to children is my passion. My six years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, have solidified my desire to support families. I hold a college degree and am certified in CPR and First Aid. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I enjoy playing outdoor games,...
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Aleah S.'s Photo

Child care

Salinas, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Nurturing young minds and supporting families is truly my passion. For the past few years, I've had the pleasure to babysit my four younger cousins ranging from pre-teen to toddlers. Recently I just finished a summer job working for an elementary schools summer session. I focused on working with around 30 kindergarteners from...
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Allyssa's Child Care And Dog Walking Services

Salinas, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Hi! I'm Allyssa and I offer both childcare and pet care services. I'm a responsible, compassionate, and energetic caregiver with years of experience caring for children of all ages and a wide variety of pets. I've always had a natural connection with both kids and animals, and I genuinely love supporting families by helping...
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Patient And Loving Sitter!

Salinas, CA

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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I am looking to become your new nanny! I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I am very good with kids and have dealt with a wide variety of little personalities! I am highly skilled in creating fun, while providing safe care and affection. I also used to participate in a mentor ship program, where I helped...
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Bio

Salinas, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello! I'm a dedicated second-grade teacher with expertise in phonics and fostering early reading skills. I've successfully facilitated after school small group interventions for 4th graders, helping them achieve grade-level proficiency in math and language. I've also worked as an early intervention specialist, focusing on...
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Cynthia V.'s Photo

Salinas, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I've been caring for children of all ages for the past three years. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my ability to make a positive impact on children's lives. I also find joy in supporting families by providing them with a reliable childcare...
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Sitter

Salinas, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Johanna, I moved to Monterey county a year ago and have loved getting to know the community. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and graduated from UC Davis with my teaching credential in 2021. For student teaching, I taught in a third grade classroom. During undergrad at UC Davis I majored in Human...
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Jenefer M.'s Photo

Salinas, CA

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$21/hr
2 years experience
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, which led me to become a caregiver. With 2 years of experience, I have a deep understanding of how to create a nurturing environment for children to thrive. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I communicate openly with parents about their child's day. I am...
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  • 63 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.56/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Salinas, CA

Babysitters in Salinas, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 63 listed babysitters

Carmen C.

Carmen has been caring for my three children on date nights, 1-2 nights a month for the last three years. In that time, she has become a...

- Karina S.

Kylie S.

Kylie is great with babies/toddlers and we highly recommend her for anyone looking for a caring, dedicated and kind individual to help with...

- Care member

Chelsea P.

Chelsea is great! My kids love her. She's responsible and stays in contact with me and always asks questions while with the kids to make...

- Chelsea C.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Salinas, CA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Salinas, 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 63 babysitters in Salinas, 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 Salinas, CA babysitters on Care.com is $21.56 per hour as of July 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 Salinas, 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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