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Cassidy T.

Part-Time Babysitter- Fun, Energetic, Experienced!

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Cass and I am a 23-year-old living in PB! I currently own an online clothing boutique which is my full time job, but I am looking for something to bring in extra income while I am growing my store! I have nannied off care. com with kids ages 7 months, 3 years old, and in college was a full time nanny for an 8...

Amber N. says "Cassidy babysat for our 7 mo old while we were traveling in San Diego. She was punctual, flexible and communicative. "

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Morgan F.

Part-Time Babysitter

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! I'm an early childhood/elementary school special education teacher in the San Diego area. I have worked with children from 6 months to 18 years. I'm more than happy to care for children with complex medical needs, kids that are neuro divergent, and/or need specialized care. They say it takes a village and I'm here to...

Noel S. says "Morgan was beyond wonderful with our 7 month old baby. She was helpful, diligent, and is very good with babies. We would absolutely hire her again."

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Katie W.

Babysitter/ Nanny

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have provided childcare for families for the past 10 years. I have worked for 2 separate private clubs as a Childrens caretaker as well as several years of experience with families as a nanny/babysitter. My most recent experience took place during the covid-19 pandemic where I was a nanny for 2 boys, 7 and 9 years old. I...

Kathryn S. says "Katie has been working for me for many years. She has always been wonderful with my children. Her gentleness and patience with the kids is amazing and...

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Maria G.

Full-Time, A Babysitter, Expert in Childcare, Looking to Work Mon-Friday with Ages Newborn-12

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am Brazilian, 60 years old. I'm a caring, trustworthy, responsible lady seeking a full time position with a nice and warm family. I have excellent childcare skills with more than 15 years experience caring for newborns, infants, toddlers and school aged children. I have extensive knowledge in providing long-term care for kids,...

Mary J. says "I would like to provide my highest recommendation for our beloved nanny of 10 years, Maria. We are making an out of state move and can’t talk her into...

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Chayani F.

Babysitter Available

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi parents! My name is Chayani, but you can call me Chay (pronounced like "Shy"). I genuinely love spending time with kids-playing, learning, and creating fun experiences together! I'm kind, compassionate, responsible, and creative, always bringing positive energy to the families I work with. I have several years of experience...

Jodi M. says "Chayani is very friendly, patient, and our children adored her. She was wonderful and understanding during her time with our boys."

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Holly C.

Experienced Babysitter- Active And Fun!

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I have many years of experience in both as needed babysitting jobs and also as a consistent nanny during the summertime, all ages. I love to get outside and go for walks, ride bikes, play at the park, and beach! I like to do creative activities with the kids and play games, art, and color. I'm a very neat and organized...

Kayd W. says "Holly is fantastic! Our girls really enjoyed their day with her. She is reliable, flexible and quick to communicate. We will have her again soon! "

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Marissa M.

Babysitter/Nanny

San Diego, CA

4.7(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been a nanny for a family of two kids, ages 7 and 3 for three years. As well as nannying for another family with a girl aged 12, on and off for a year. My nannying duties included, picking the kids up from school, taking them to the park (to get active), making them dinner, helping them with homework, and putting them to...

Arpi V. says "We have hired Marissa a number of times for babysitting. Marissa is not only an amazing sitter to our toddler but she's a wonderful human being. She's...

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Mckenna B.

CPR & First Aid Certified Babysitter

San Diego, CA

3.7(1)
from
$25/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Nurturing a child's development is my true passion, and I have dedicated 13 years to providing high-quality care for children ages newborn through 12. As a certified teacher with a graduate degree and coursework in early child development, I offer a calm, patient, and creative environment for up to four children. I am...

Lauryn E. says "Very nice person! She showed up early to go over the schedule and was able to keep the kids on it all day. Overall the day went very well. Would rehire...

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Mariana R.

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekends

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Mariana, I'm a Naval officer with a passion for working with kids. I'm offering part-time babysitting services, combining my disciplined and responsible background with a love for nurturing and engaging young minds. Whether it's playing sports, reading stories, or introducing your little ones to the world of arts, I'm...

Erin T. says "Mariana is responsible, intelligent, warm and funny. She has a wonderful way with my children. My 8 month old adores her and my 4 year old loves her too. I...

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Karley K.

Part-time Babysitter/nanny

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello there! My name is Karley. I was born and raised in Lake Tahoe and graduated from UC Santa Barbara with a degree in Communications. I moved to San Diego in October of 2020 after living in Australia for a year. I work for an event design company, doing mostly weddings. It's currently our off season so I am looking for odd...

Jennifer W. says "Karley is amazing! My 3 kids instantly warmed up to her and begged to have her return each day. She is reliable, flexible and great with kids. Thanks,...

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Rhona K.

Babysitter

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello everyone! My name is Rhona and I am 28 years old from Ireland. I have a bachelors degree in Business with HR but since I've come to America I have fallen in love with childcare again! I have four early childhood education units and currently obtaining four more units. I have babysat kids all my life and have worked at...

Deana F. says "Rhona is absolutely amazing! She was very responsive and flexible when I was trying to figure out last minute care for my daughter when her daycare shut...

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Adriana V.

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 25 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Experienced Nanny/Babysitter Available Hi, I'm Adriana, an Art college student fluent in English and Spanish. With 10 years of childcare experience, I love working with kids. I've babysat cousins, worked at an elementary school, and summer camps. I focus on infants and toddlers but adore kids of all ages. I enjoy outdoor...

Care Member says "Adriana was great with my toddler while we were visiting for a wedding and staying in a hotel room. She arrived early and communicated well. She...

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Marianne S.

Full Time Mother's Assistant/Helper

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am an outgoing, fun, loving person. I have loved every family I've worked for and really take pride in watching parents most prized possession, their children. I provide a fun filled atmosphere that allows children to express themselves, but also provide structure. I provide opportunities for children to use their imagination...

Care Member says "Highly recommend Marianne for nanny or babysitting. She is trustworthy and is able to make kids at any age comfortable, even shy ones with separation...

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Gabrielle A.

FLEXIBLE SITTER FOR ALL YOUR NEEDS

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 38 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello families! My name is Gabrielle and here's some information on why I should be your sitter. I started caregiving because of my mother who is a career nanny and has taught me a lot. I have learned a lot myself in my 9 years of experience as both a sitter and a nanny caring for infants to pre-teens and even special needs...

Care Member says "Gabrielle was an amazing sitter for our 10 month old. We felt so comfortable as soon as we met her. I’d love to have her watch him again anytime! "

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Orian M.

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a Child Development major. I have 6 years of experience as a babysitter and nanny. I babysit for different age groups. I have experience with newborns up to 15-year-olds. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. I love learning new things and I...

Care Member says "Yari has been such a blessing to our family. She came into our home to care for our newborn baby. Instantly! my son and my dogs took to her. She is...

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Mariel B.

One Time - Part-Time

San Diego, CA

4.7(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hello everyone my name is Mariel . I have 14 years of experience as babysitter "families and friends. I a nice honest and hard worker. I like to explore the world teach to the kids new things, paint, draw, read, write, walks., explore new places and learn new things., I love dogs they are very important to me. I'm a honest...

Care Member says "She left my house super clean and was a nice person to deal with. Hire her!"

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Elvia C.

Date Night Or Weekend Care

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hola Families I'm Elvia! I am a mom of 3 adult women and grandma to two beautiful children. I have been working with children for the past 18 years not including my own experiencing as a mom. I am CPR and First Aid trained. I am an ex preschool teacher that due to Covid sadly had to stop working in a school setting. I have...

Regina M. says "Elvia is amazing! Not a lot of nannies I have hired can handle all 3 of my kids at once. I have a 6 year old, 5 year old and a 7 month old and they all...

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Kristen G.

Safe, Quality Care

San Diego, CA

4.6(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello Families! My name is Kristen and I have worked and volunteered with children from newborn-teenagers over the past 10+ years. I strive to create safe spaces that encourage exploration, emotional development and social interaction. I treat children with love, patience, respect and kindness. I am certified in first-aid and...

Keely B. says "Hiring Kristen was one of the best decisions my family and I have ever made. While having a 2 month old baby, I found out I not only had cancer, but also...

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Teresa O.

Child Care Provider

San Diego, CA

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 24 families in your area
I am a fun, loving and very experienced childcare provider. I am Covid vaccinated. I love children of all ages. I am very experienced caring for infants, toddlers as well as schools gets. I have a teaching background. I ran my own licensed day care for many years. I have cared for many children from the time they were newborns...

Karen R. says "We're so grateful we found Terri during our search for a sitter to watch our 2-month-old while we attended a wedding in San Diego. Terri was the perfect...

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Sophia A.

child care

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Sophia and I am a highly responsible, nurturing, and experienced sitter. I have a genuine passion for working with kids of all ages, from infants to toddlers and beyond. As a babysitter, I prioritize the well-being and happiness of each child under my care. I am patient, kind, and adept at building strong...

Care Member says "My 3yo loves her. Very mellow, but keeps the kid engaged. Got her to sleep for bedtime faster than i or her dad can too! Very flexible and responsive to...

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  • 1,009 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of July 2026

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Diego, CA

Babysitters in San Diego, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 368 reviews of the 1,014 listed babysitters

Cassidy T.

Cassidy babysat for our 7 mo old while we were traveling in San Diego. She was punctual, flexible and communicative.

- Amber N.

Morgan F.

Morgan was beyond wonderful with our 7 month old baby. She was helpful, diligent, and is very good with babies. We would absolutely hire...

- Noel S.

Katie W.

Katie has been working for me for many years. She has always been wonderful with my children. Her gentleness and patience with the kids is...

- Kathryn S.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in San Diego, CA

The average rate for babysitters in San Diego, CA on Care.com is $23.38 per hour as of July 2026. Rates can vary depending on the babysitter’s experience, the ages of your children, and the types of responsibilities you need help with. Duties like preparing meals, handling bedtime routines, caring for infants, or supervising multiple children may influence the overall rate. Many families also find that evening, weekend, or last-minute care can be priced differently. For a broader look at typical pricing, you can explore how much babysitters cost and use the Care.com cost calculator to help estimate your total expenses.

Finding a babysitter in San Diego, CA often starts with asking people you trust, such as friends, relatives, or neighbors, for recommendations. Many families also look in local parenting groups or community forums where other parents share their experiences. On Care.com, you can browse 1,014 babysitters in San Diego, CA, each with information about their background, availability, and reviews from nearby families. Taking time to compare profiles and understand each sitter’s experience, age-group comfort, and approach to childcare can help you find someone who fits your family’s routine and expectations.

Babysitters in San Diego, CA offer a range of services to support different family schedules and childcare needs. Many caregivers focus on afternoon routines, including after-school sitters who help with pick-ups, homework, and evening transitions. Families who need extended coverage can look for overnight sitters who stay through the night and assist with bedtime care. You can also find sitters who specialize in caring for infants, such as infant babysitters experienced with feeding, naps, and developmental routines. Many babysitters are available for weekend help or general childcare, and some can take on tutoring responsibilities if your child needs academic support. Reviewing each sitter’s profile can help you understand their experience, availability, and the types of care they are most comfortable providing.

When choosing a babysitter in San Diego, it’s helpful to consider their experience, comfort with your child’s age group, and familiarity with common childcare duties. Many families look for babysitters who communicate clearly, arrive on time, and have positive reviews from other parents. It can also be useful to understand the typical responsibilities of a babysitter so you know what to expect during each visit. For a broader sense of the qualities families value most, you can explore what makes a good babysitter, especially if you’re hiring someone for infants, bedtime routines, or after-school care.

Babysitters typically provide occasional or part-time care, such as evenings, weekends, or short-term help when parents are away. Nannies usually work more consistent hours and may take on additional responsibilities like planning activities, helping with children’s schedules, or supporting daily routines. Understanding the differences can help you decide which type of caregiver best fits your family’s needs in San Diego.

How early you should book a babysitter depends on when and how long you need care. For busy times like weekends, holidays, or evenings, it can help to reach out several days in advance. If you need ongoing or recurring help, contacting sitters ahead of time gives you more options and allows you to schedule interviews and meet-and-greets. For last-minute care, many babysitters in San Diego offer flexible or same-day availability.

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