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Marisa D.

Babysitter & Nanny!

San Diego, CA

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a part-time babysitter/nanny originally from Chicago and (happily!) relocated to sunny San Diego, CA. I have over 11+ years of experience in caring for children of all ages (as young as 2 months and as old as high school!). I am also a Master-level educator with a teaching license and expertise in English/Language Arts &...

Care Member says "Very easy-going, checked in with updates, and great with our kid"

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Rosana P.

Nanny/Babysitter

San Diego, CA

4.4(1)
from
$24/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi, I hope everything is going well! I'm Brazilian, 42 years old. I am an experienced and enthusiastic Nanny who loves child care and really interested in childhood development. I have 5 years of experience, references upon request! Clean Drive Record. I know how important is for parents to feel safe and secure with their...

Janette V. says "We would definitely hire Rosana again. She was hired last minute and she was on time and very dependable. Both my kids loved her very much."

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Bella G.

Welcome To My Colorful World! I'm An Artist With Lots Of Spunk And Would Love To Be Your Babysitter!

San Diego, CA

4.7(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hey there! I'm Bella, a 20-year-old artist with a passion for nurturing young minds. With my vibrant personality and artistic flair, I provide a unique and engaging babysitting experience. I believe in fostering an environment where little ones can explore their artistic side, all while having a ton of fun. I'd describe my...

Nick L. says "I selfishly don't want to give her an amazing review because I don't want other families to steal her! But she was great. Kids were asking for her to come...

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Marita B.

Reliable And Energetic Nanny And Date Night Babysitter

San Diego, CA

4.8(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi Moms and Dads! Thank you visiting my profile! I was born and raised in San Diego and I'm the oldest of 3 girls. I'm a dependable, energetic, and loving babysitter with 15+ years of experience providing exceptional care to children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I'm skilled in managing multiple children, coordinating...

Care Member says "The excitement on my kids' faces when Marita comes over says it all. From the first time she came (on very short notice!) I knew she was one of the good...

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Briana S.

Available Babysitter

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Hello - I have 7 years combined childcare experience including being a full-time nanny, babysitter, and pod teacher during pandemic times for children 5 weeks old to 16 years old. I have been described by families, as caring, energetic, silly, fun, reliable and trustworthy. I'm fluent in English and Spanish. Arts and crafts...

Care Member says "We had such a great experience with Briana! From the start, she made us feel completely at ease with how comfortable and confident she was around our...

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Holly C.

Experienced Babysitter- Active And Fun!

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 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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Alondra R.

Part Time Babysitter/Driver

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have taken care of many kids of many different ages. I have actually cared for about 8 or more families from Care. com . All of them had their own schedule, so I am used to various arrangements. I am a fun and caring babysitter. I am very attentive when taking care of children, I don't believe in being on my phone while...

Care Member says "We are incredibly grateful to have found Alondra who embodies all the qualities we could have hoped for. Her kindness and compassion towards our 10...

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Katelyn A.

Fun, Reliable, Flexible Babysitter

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
As a friendly and reliable childcare provider with 14 years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. I communicate with parents through daily written reports and verbal communication at pickup, always respecting their preferred method. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules and...

Care Member says "On time, responsive, and awesome with my little one!"

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Liza E.

Babysitter Available

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
I have been babysitting for over 10 years and I love every moment of it. Even though I have not yet brought a baby into this world, I have always had a natural maternal instinct. In the last decade I have cared for children of all age ranges; from the newborn stage to elementary grades.

Albert R. says "We have had the pleasure of having Liza as our nanny for the past two months, and we couldn't be happier with the care she has provided for our...

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Lexi M.

Babysitter/Nanny

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
During high school, I was a part of a class called Teacher Cadet in which I learned in depth how to be a teacher and interned in a 1st grade special education class for a whole semester. I also nannied for a family with a 7-year-old a year ago and did on/off babysitting jobs. I am highly experienced with children!

Callie K. says "Lexi is an absolute natural with children. She is very active and engaged but also has a calming energy. She made us feel at ease with her watching our...

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Paige B.

Date Night Babysitter San Diego

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi I'm Paige! I am a young professional who just recently moved to San Diego. I love working with kids and have over 10 years of experience, including working at a day care. I work full time but would love to be a contact for date nights or anything in the evening or weekend!

Lindsey G. says "Paige was fantastic! Our daughter had such a great time with her that we've already used her a second time. We highly recommend her, you just can't steal...

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Montse C.

Energetic Babysitter With Good Availability

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Hi! My name is Montse and I am an experienced and passionate babysitter with over 8yrs of experience taking care of children from ages 2-12yrs old! About me: I am a reliable, responsible, and outgoing person who is ready to make your job as a parent a little bit easier. My hobbies include going on hikes, baking, painting,...

Care Member says "Always took good care of my kids, plays with them etc…she is easy to communicate with and always on time! "

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Margaret S.

Loving And Professional Babysitter Looking For Date Nights/Last Minute Needs

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
I would like to connect with a family that allows me to share my passions, talents, and their values to the little ones: + natural, wholesome, well-rounded organic diet + Love of cooking health-conscious food + Creative learning and growth + Music and art + Physical activity and sports Experiences: part-time, full-time,...

Sarah F. says "Margo cared for our infant for 7 months. We wish we could continue to work with her, but have to move in another direction due to change in employment....

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Chloe O.

Experienced Babysitter And Nanny

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Hi! I own my own custom apparel business and love to pick up some side work! I love babysitting and have been doing it for 8 years :) I have experience with all-aged kiddos and am CPR certified!

Care Member says "Chloe was fantastic with our two girls, 7 months and almost 2 years. She was communicative, on time, and really sweet with the kids. She is very...

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Kimberly G.

Fun, Energetic, And Well Experienced Babysitter In San Diego, CA!

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
I am a 26-year-old graduate student at SDSU studying towards a Master's in Education Counseling. I have extensive experience in looking after a wide age range of kiddos, both professionally and in my personal life! I've nannied for two families via care. com (Children ages 2-6 years old). In my personal life, I have three...

Amanda B. says "Kim was so reliable, responsible great at communicating and great with the kids! She watched our 2 year old and 6 year old, picked them up from school,...

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Sahar A.

Fun/Experienced Babysitter In Ocean Beach

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been working with kids for the last 10 years. I work well with all age groups. My nephew is 8 and goes to Warren Walker so, I'm familiar with the k-3 curriculum here in San Diego. I'm confident tutoring up to 12th Grade. I have familiarity with "Excellent Reading" a course developed by a college professor here in SD. My...

Mariana D. says "Sahar did an amazing job with out 13 month old. He was crying the whole time and she was able to soothe him and put him to sleep. She is caring, gentle...

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Marissa M.

Babysitter/Nanny

San Diego, CA

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 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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Amaya B.

Energetic And Creative Babysitter

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, I'm Amaya. I'm a freshman at UC Berkeley, studying to get my degree in Film. I graduated high school with Academic Distinction, the Art Department Award, Viking Spirit Award, and AP Scholar with Honor. I'm highly experienced in child care and have been babysitting since seventh grade. Since then, I've been hired by around...

Sarah S. says "Amaya is a great sitter! The kids have more fun with her than they do with us. I would highly recommend her to watch your kids because she will take good...

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Alexandra H.

Energetic Babysitter

San Diego, CA

3.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
I have cared for multiple of my father's coworkers children for over 4 years now as well as nannied for multiple families on care. com and absolutely love it. I am going into my senior year at Washington State University and am home for the summers looking to nanny and care for children for work.

Danielle B. says "Alex was really nice and polite always on time and very responsive. Unfortunately I didn't feel Alex was not very attentive or helpful unless specific...

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Jaime S.

Part Time Babysitter/nanny Available

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I've been a nanny for 14+ years and love it! While working I enjoy doing arts & crafts, playing outside, going on outings to the zoo or museums, and listening/playing music! I am a hands on nanny that believes the best way for your kiddo to grow and develop is to explore and use their imagination. I have my own annual zoo pass...

Liel B. says "Jamie is wonderful. She took care of my 6 months old baby for 6 months few years ago. We miss her and if we would have lived closer I would hire her...

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  • 1,286 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.06/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.7

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Diego, CA

Babysitters in San Diego, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 844 reviews of the 1,284 listed babysitters

Marisa D.

Very easy-going, checked in with updates, and great with our kid

- Care member

Rosana P.

We would definitely hire Rosana again. She was hired last minute and she was on time and very dependable. Both my kids loved her very much.

- Janette V.

Bella G.

I selfishly don't want to give her an amazing review because I don't want other families to steal her! But she was great. Kids were asking...

- Nick L.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in San Diego, CA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in San Diego, 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 1,284 babysitters in San Diego, 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.

The average rate for San Diego, CA babysitters on Care.com is $22.06 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 San Diego, 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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