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440 babysitters are listed in Santa Barbara, CA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Santa Barbara, CA
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Hello my name is Katelyn, I moved to santa barbara last year for a gap year and since then have found my love for yoga! i'm on my journey to becoming a yoga instructor and on the side I love to babysit. I've watched kids varying in ages 1 to 15. I currently babysit a 9-year-old boy with autism, as well as two girls ages 8 and...
Katelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
I have worked on and off as a babysitter and nanny for the last 6 years. I have worked with two families with 3 girls and one family with two boys. They ranged in age from 3-13. The majority of my work was caring for the children after school, getting snacks ready, walking the dog, helping with homework, and coming up with fun...
Savannah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Emily E.
Santa Barbara, CA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have many years of experience caring for children. I started babysitting around the age of 15. I am very fun, loving, responsible, and I really enjoy babysitting. I am mainly looking for a summer (May 10-August 31) babysitting/nanny job as I have to return to college in California at that point. I have babysat an age range...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi there! My name is Chloe. :)
With a genuine love for children and 6 years of experience in babysitting, I have a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges associated with caring for children of various ages. I'm experienced in caring for multiple children at a time and adept in diffusing conflicts to maintain a...
Chloe can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am an experienced behavior therapist working full-time with kiddos on the autism spectrum in home, school, and community settings. I am also working on my graduate degree to become a certified behavior analyst. I have experience babysitting in home and in the community, and I love doing crafts, playing games, and watching...
Lia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Aniel M.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I am a fun, energetic, and creative nanny from Kula, Maui. I have always loved children and have started babysitting when I was in middle school, and have continued through graduating college. I have experience with nannying individual children, and multiple children at a time. Additionally, I have worked with large...
Aniel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
I've been babysitting family friends since I was 13. In high school I did lots of volunteer work with teaching kids to read/write, helping kids with learning disabilities and was a teachers aid for a 3rd grade class. I've spent my past 2 summers in Oregon working as a camp counselor. I'm mostly familiar taking care of kids the...
Anne-louise can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Andrew S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I've been babysitting (unprofessionally) since I was 11. I would care for the children as I was always around since I was homeschooled. I entertained them, fed them meals, dress, and made sure we had enough time for naptime. since we are closed for the summer I have been looking to get back into the babysitting/petsitting...
Andrew can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 10 years of experience caring for infant to preteen children. Treat yourself to some freedom and your children to some entertainment and joy. Willing to help with light Housekeeping and cooking/meal preparation.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Bailey W.
Santa Barbara, CA
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was still a kid myself! I have been babysitting and nanny since high school and have loved being a part of each family I get to work with. I was a full time nanny in 2020 to a 3 and 6-year-old for a year before moving. I was born and raised in Santa Barbara and have a coaching background that...
Bailey can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and love working with kids. In addition to babysitting, I have also been a camp counselor at multiple different summer and educational camps. I am currently a college student with a full course load so I am looking for work on the weekends but I can always adjust my schedule as...
Elyse can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Elle R.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced daycare teacher/babysitter/nanny with proven track record of providing loving care for children while managing daily schedules and routine activities such as bathing, diapering, feeding and playing with children.
Elle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Cherith. I'm a registered nurse with over a decade of experience in critical care and emergency med-evac flight nursing. I am comfortable with all patient ages from infants to the elderly. With my years of experience in critical care I am proficient with tracheostomies, G tubes, etc. and with my flight nursing...
Cherith can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Cherith. I'm a registered nurse with over 10 years of experience in critical care and med-evac flight nursing. I am comfortable with caring for all ages from infants to seniors. My experience working in the ICU has allowed me to become an expert in bed bound patients with extensive medical needs and my flight...
Andrea M.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have been a caregiver since 2018, I got my CNA certificate in 2019 at a skilled nursing and rehab facility where I worked for 6 months then I changed to home care and have been working as a private caregiver.
Andrea can also help with: Transportation, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Ella B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Fun, Creative Sitter Ready To Build A Relationship With Kids And Family:)
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I am a business major at SBCC and specialize in music and art. I've worked with kids ever since I was 13. I love art and creativity. I have specific training and experience with teaching and aiding children with special needs. I absolutely love children...
Ella can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
My name is Andrea, I love dogs and I enjoy spending time with dogs.
I have taken care of 2 dogs for 3 years. I also have my own dog. I taught him the basic tricks like to sit, to give his hand and stuff like that. I am good with dogs, I can play with them and take them out for walks.
Andrea can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Cherith. I'm a registered nurse with over a decade of experience in critical care and emergency med-evac flight nursing. I am comfortable with all patient ages from infants to the elderly. With my years of experience in critical care I am proficient with tracheostomies, G tubes, etc. and with my flight nursing...
Cherith can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, respite care, hospice services, errands & more
I have tutored various children of all ages. I once tutored a young girl struggling with math. She went from a D to an A- in her class with my help. Education is so important and it brings me great joy to watch others grow and become more confident in a subject they are having difficulty in.
Dominique C.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a third year Communication student at UCSB. I love children and animals. I'm hard working, attentive, and responsible.
Dominique can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Santa Barbara, CA:
How can I find a Santa Barbara babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Santa Barbara, 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 440 babysitters in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA?
The average rate for Santa Barbara, CA babysitters on Care.com is $21.52 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 Santa Barbara, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Santa Barbara, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 170 reviews of the 440 listed babysitters.