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225 babysitters are listed in San Marcos, CA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in San Marcos, CA
Lindsey M.
San Marcos, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lindsey. I'm 33years old and happy to have been born and raised in beautiful Southern California.
I always have had an interest and natural given ability in working with children. I've enjoyed babysitting and watching over children for 10+ years now.
I have experience in all types and ages of childcare from...
Lindsey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My kids absolutely adore Lindsey! It was so comforting knowing while I had to be away at work all day my little ones were being loved on and having fun. She's the only person we trust aside from our parents to watch our children."
Karen C.
5.0
(1)
I'm a single mother with a 15-year-old daughter. I also regularly care for my nieces who are 4 and 2 years old, and have babysitting experience with all ages.
Julie can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"Our family has had issues in the past with unreliable child care help, but working with Julie has been a breath of fresh air! Julie has been trustworthy and reliable during 100% of our interactions. We started with transportation but have expanded our time with her...
Jedidiah W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Carol can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carol is a wonderful person. She loves children!! She is patient and kind with everyone. I highly recommend her!"
Andrea R.
Daniela P.
San Marcos, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Daniela, I go to Palomar College at the moment and I'm studying law with the intention of being a Prosecutor Lawyer. Growing up I played competitive soccer, which taught me how to effectively work with others, dancing, which allowed me to express myself creatively and other team sports which exposed me to...
Daniela can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Daniela is patient and very engaging with the children! She always keeps my very active 8 year old entertained and engaged from the moment she arrives until the moment she leaves. "
Christina C.
Brooke T.
San Marcos, CA
$25-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! With over 8 years of experience in childcare I have developed a passion for fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. In my previous roles as a nanny, I've had the pleasure of caring for children of various ages, ranging from babies of a few months to pre-teens. Thank you for considering my...
Brooke can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"What a blessing Brooke has been to our family! I instantly knew upon meeting her, she was someone I could rely on, and she surely proved that her first week helping us out. She's patient, kind, and conscious of what my children engage in, watch, consume, and speak...
Miranda T.
Kathleen B.
San Marcos, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time/Part-Time Loving, Dependable, Energetic, Accommodative, Nurturing And Prompt.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 15+ years of experience as a nanny. I have an extensive background in working with newborns through teens. I am CPR and First aid certified and have been live scan fingerprinted and TB skin tested. I have been a preschool volunteer assistant, worked at the elementary level as a teacher's aide, been involved with various...
Kathleen can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Kathy is absolutely the best nanny I and my children have had the pleasure of knowing. She has been with our family for 4 years, and is the most loving, kind, generous and reliable person! She has become part of our family, and is more like a grandmother to our...
Tami V.
Diana R.
San Marcos, CA
$14-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Diana I am very kind and compassionate person I worked with kids with disability and I would like to help you
Thank you
5.0
"We hired Diana to care for our 9 year old nonverbal autistic daughter. She immediately connected with our daughter and took the time to get to know her, her interests, and needs. Diana is extremely caring, loving, and considerate and they had a great time. We...
Linnea S.
Nathaly H.
San Marcos, CA
$18-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a second-year sociology student at California State University, San Marcos. Additionally, I'm training to work as a pediatric nurse! I have a lot of childcare experience; I used to watch my cousins, nieces, and nephews when they were young. I also spent around 2. 5 years watching a 3-year-old child and her older brother, who...
5.0
"She is organized, detail oriented, kind, responsible and a hug support to us. She was also flexible. We are grateful for her help:)"
Jolene S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with all ages of kids and providing childcare is something that I have become passionate about. I am looking for something full time with a guaranteed schedule and hours. I am open to adding date nights in the schedule on top of my regular hours! I have been a nanny my entire college career and have built close...
Katelynn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katelyn is very caring and was wonderful with my 2 month baby girl. She was very careful with handling newborns and attentive to the baby’s needs when crying, hungry, diaper changes, or just to play with. She eased my anxiety so I could rest and get ready to head...
Jenny N.
5.0
(1)
My name is Mikaela and I have been a sitter for the past 6 years, and I love working with kids. I love to do outside activities, tutoring, date nights, and any other help that you need. I also am bilingual and can teach your kids words in Spanish.
Mikaela can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Mikaela is so great with my kiddos. They ask me to go out so they can have her watch them! She is also super reliable. I definitely recommend her for babysitting!"
Sumey P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Adriana and I have worked as a personal caregiver for over 15 years. I am a compassionate, dependable and sincere person that will work hard in providing excellent care and companionship for your loved ones. I have a proven track record of excellence in providing for daily needs, including homemaking, cooking,...
Adriana can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"During my Wife's unfortunate battle with Alzheimer's, we had several caregivers. We hired AdrIana about a year ago and she has been absolutely phenomenal. First and most importantly, my Wife loved her,as she is so nice, personable and caring. She consistently went...
Curt M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children of all ages for over 15 years, and I love what I do. My days are spent engaging children in age appropriate activities that enhance their physical, emotional, social and cognitive development, and make learning fun. I am responsible, creative, energetic, and reliable. Some of my favorite...
Jill can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jill took care of our two young daughters and provided excellent care for them. She spent lots of time teaching our children valuable things like new words, letters, animal noises, shapes, etc. She is extremely knowledgeable about what is age-appropriate for...
Nate T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am biologist, I love animals and I have done pet sitter for some friends so I am a good fit for anyone who needs a pet sitter (feeding, playing, etc).
Diana can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I love kids and am currently attending nursing school to become a pediatric nurse. I have over 14 years is experience with child care. I have watched all ages, from newborn to teenagers. I am very experienced with all things kids, from changing diapers, developmental stages, and helping with homework. I am CPR certified,...
Julissa can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Julissa is our family's favorite nanny! Right from the beginning, my son connected with her and they built a special bond. When I had my 2nd child, she would watch both boys and did an amazing job taking care for them. Julissa is punctual, responsible, fun and...
Ivy D.
5.0
(1)
I have one small dog of my own currently his name is Bubbie, but I have been around animals my whole life. Growing up I cared for our family's' two cats named Link and Bagheera, a fish, turtle, bearded dragon named Itsy, and two large dogs named Blue and Dewy. I absolutely love all animals.
Mckinze can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, administration of medicine, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
I have been hired to clean a dental office that I used to work for, I also have been hired to clean friends houses. I will do an extremely good job for cheap.
Mckinze can also help with: Attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
Diana R.
San Marcos, CA
$15-21/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Diana I have experience in taking care old people. I have a compassionate heart. I have my own transportation with a good record. I also speak Spanish and Portuguese
Thanks
Diana can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation
5.0
"Diana cared for my 4 month old baby for 2 months part time. She was really great with him and he loved her! She was always singing, playing and reading to him. We would have kept her for much longer but she had to relocate back home."
Carly M.
Diana R.
San Marcos, CA
$21-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am from Colombia therefore Spanish is my native language; I have experience working with children and teaching Spanish for around 4 years. I not only like to teach my language but also the culture of Spanish-speaking countries
5.0
"We have worked with Diana twice, and she is an amazing tutor/teacher!! She makes learning so fun!!"
Ashley M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm super enthusiastic about animals. I've worked with animal rescue for several years. I've fostered animals and when it was time for adoption, they let me keep him for all my help with the rescue. I'm animal friendly with all different types of animals like domestic, live stock, reptiles/amphibians & birds. I have a passion...
Savanna can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, grooming, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Savanna cared for my 3 cats this summer for a month. She made herself available for that duration and not only that, she gave me such comfort that she would shower them with love and attention. On top of that, she even picked them up! She sent text messages and...
Rebecca B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 23-year-old college graduate. Just received my BS from UCSD. I have at least 3 years of professional tutoring experience, working at a middle school as an avid tutor as well as a learning center for an apartment complex. I've also provided one on one tutoring on the side since the beginning of covid and have gained...
5.0
"Kate was incredibly helpful to our fourteen year old son this past fall of his freshman year of high school. He had a challenging schedule including Honors Math, Medical Biology, and Spanish 2. Kate helped him to stay on track with all of his subjects. We are...
Catherine D.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Marcos, CA
Lindsey M.
5.0
My kids absolutely adore Lindsey! It was so comforting knowing while I had to be away at work all day my little ones were being loved on and having fun. She's the only person we trust aside from our parents to watch our children.
- Karen C.
Julie W.
5.0
Our family has had issues in the past with unreliable child care help, but working with Julie has been a breath of fresh air! Julie has been trustworthy and reliable during 100% of our interactions. We started with transportation but have expanded our time with her to include help with personal...
- Jedidiah W.
Carol R.
5.0
Carol is a wonderful person. She loves children!! She is patient and kind with everyone. I highly recommend her!
- Andrea R.
Daniela P.
5.0
Daniela is patient and very engaging with the children! She always keeps my very active 8 year old entertained and engaged from the moment she arrives until the moment she leaves.
- Christina C.
Brooke T.
5.0
What a blessing Brooke has been to our family! I instantly knew upon meeting her, she was someone I could rely on, and she surely proved that her first week helping us out. She's patient, kind, and conscious of what my children engage in, watch, consume, and speak of. I appreciate those little...
- Miranda T.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in San Marcos, CA:
How can I find a San Marcos babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in San Marcos, 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 225 babysitters in San Marcos, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 San Marcos, CA?
The average rate for San Marcos, CA babysitters on Care.com is $19.94 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 San Marcos, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in San Marcos, 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 San Marcos, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in San Marcos, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 83 reviews of the 225 listed babysitters.