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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
5.0
(1)
Hi parents! As a freshman at UC Santa Barbara, I see myself as a youthful, optimistic, patient, and compassionate caregiver with over 6 years of paid experience. Growing up as one of the oldest cousins in my family, I've always been drawn to nurturing and spending time with young children. I've handled various caregiving roles,...
5.0
"Mary has been a blessing for our family. Her outstanding responsibility and accountability in childcare are evident from the start. She's always punctual, well-organized, and keeps us well-informed about our son’s day, ensuring a seamless and transparent caregiving...
Jeannine G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Mia, and I am 22 years old. I hold a BA in Psychology from Westmont College with a focus on child development. I work as a full-time nanny for high-profile and UHNW families in the area, so I understand the importance of confidentiality. My favorite environments to engage with kids are in nature, the kitchen,...
Jamia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Mia was absolutely AMAZING with our 2 year old daughter. She took her to new parks and activities everyday, and was engaging, patient, and dependable. She constantly came up with new and creative ways to play and interact with my daughter. I never worried about my...
Nick S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a housekeeper/caretaker of a Historical Museum for one year. I have served as a house sitter for multiple families in Montecito which included upkeep and cleaning of the houses while the families were away on vacation. Coming from an educated family in Chile, I speak both Spanish and English fluently. I am a...
Maria can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"A lovely, very hard-working person! A pleasure to have in my house."
Katy Z.
5.0
(1)
Hi
My name is Elaine, 39 years old, and fluent in English and Portuguese. I have 5 years of experience as a nanny in the USA (California and Michigan) and Australia (Sydney).
I have taken care of newborns to 14 years old.
Usually, I stay longer with families I work with, an average of 3 years.
I have good references and...
Elaine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elaine started as my regular childcare babysitter the day after my third son was born, and cared for both him and his 2 yo old brother for 3 years. She was amazing with my kids! She’s energetic, playful, and very reliable! While working for me she provided care,...
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5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I do really love taking care of children/child and making memories with. I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your kid or kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having...
Mia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I’ve known Mia for many years. She is reliable, caring, and excellent with children. I highly recommend her!"
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Lene C.
Santa Barbara, CA
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lene and I am a current Sophomore at UCSB. I love cooking and cleaning; my favorite cleaning products are baking soda + vinegar, fabuloso/pinsol, "the pink stuff", barkeepers friend and srub-daddies! I find organization and deep cleaning to be very relaxing and satisfying. I would love to help out families who...
Lene can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, oven cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Lene was great. We hired her to help with some housekeeping after having a baby. She did an excellent job with the cleaning. She's a hard worker and a wonderful person."
Carrie H.
Isabelle D.
Santa Barbara, CA
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Isabelle. I am super outdoorsy, and also love arts and crafts. In the past I have been in charge of potty training, meal prepping, light house keeping, coming up with creative crafts to make, driving kids to museums, parks, etc. I have taken the American Red Cross babysitting class, and am CPR certified.
Isabelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Isabelle was our nanny 6 months and we loved her! She was great to work with and always punctual. She cared for my 2 children (under 5 years old ) 4 days a week for several months."
Candace S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, friendly, and giving.
I like working with kids because they bring me joy, I like helping them learn and I enjoy being imaginative with them.
I'm looking for a job that brings me happiness and is rewarding.
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old.
In my spare time,...
Ariana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Ariana is the babysitter of your dreams! She is the most trustworthy, responsible, timely, caring, loving babysitter we’ve ever had! I found her on care.com and at first I was a bit skeptical about using an app to find someone, but I am so glad I did. She really...
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Bella G.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Bella! My Goal Is To Cultivate A Kind And Dependable Presence As I Help Families.
5.0
(1)
Hello,
I would love to work for your family. I believe I can offer patience, kindness, and comfort.
I have been working with kids for about 4 years now. I am Red Cross CPR and first aid certified. I can adapt to new situations and my goal is to make sure the children feel safe, understood, and that their needs
5.0
"Bella has demonstrated her ability to be a caring and nurturing young woman.
She is patient, loving and kind. She is creative so every day is a new adventure. "
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Katherine P.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Fun, Caring Nanny Looking For Family In Need Of Childcare!
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Katie and I am a professional nanny currently seeking childcare jobs while taking a gap semester at Scripps College. When not at school, I am a full-time childcare provider. I have experience with newborns and toddlers, as well as older kids, and can work with ages 0-16. I am a trustworthy, thorough, and loving...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Katie over the summer to watch my two children (ages 1 and 6). Not only did my kids adore her, Katie went above and beyond in taking care of them. I would recommend her to anyone with young kids. She is extremely responsible and my kids had so much fun!"
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always been a very clean person, keeping my house clean and helping others clean their houses up! I love being in a nice, clean environment. I am good with following tasks/lists and making sure they get completed up to your standards. I am willing to do laundry, dishes, vacuuming, general wiping down, windows, mirrors,...
Paige can also help with: Pet waste cleanup, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Brooke M.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. As the oldest sibling and oldest of 16 cousins in my family, I have experience caring for children at a young age. I have a driver's license and can help with pick-ups and drop-offs, errand running, light housekeeping, cooking and preparing meals, pet help, and homework help. I am currently a college student studying to...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Such an incredible caregiver. Engaged our kid the minute she walked in, focused and professional in every way. One of the best sitter experiences we have ever had, our 5 year old can't wait to see her again."
Patrick M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am seeking a part time nanny position and have provided a list of my experiences:
Nanny (2010-2011)
Cared for a 2-year-old boy. My responsibilities included working around strict dietary restrictions to ensure that he was well nourished, facilitating cooperative play, encouraging a love of learning through books and reading....
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hard-working and thorough. A pleasure to have in my house."
Katy Z.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a senior at UCSB working on completing my bachelor's degree in Sociology. I am 21 years old and I live in downtown Santa Barbara. I love hanging out with kids and making the most of our time! I am a devoted babysitter with 7 years of experience who finds deep joy in caring for children! I love babysitting because it allows...
5.0
"Gina was great, she took such good care of my one year old daughter and comfortably took everything in her stride, was very impressed and hope to use her again!"
Jonathan B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two wonderful boys, now thriving adults. We raised them with kindness and encouragement. I love children and would be very happy to be of service for a pod of up to 7 kids.
I have a degree in International Relations from UCSB. I taught Montessori preschool and infant swimming. I also worked for Lehman Brothers for 12...
Cielle W.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Cielle! I am an outdoor educator at two outdoor schools and programs in Santa Barbara, and looking to pick up a few babysitting days. I am honest, reliable and caring and I love kids and I have worked as a babysitter for many years. I also have worked as a counselor and guide at an outdoor after school program for...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cielle was on time and very friendly. My daughter liked her instantly. Cielle showed excellent imagination and creativity while playing with my daughter with her toys and outside on the playground. We look forward to having her over again. "
Sandra V.
5.0
(1)
Hello there! I am a dedicated and nurturing nanny/babysitter with a heart full of love and compassion. I am 20 years old and a student at UCSB, and have a background in care taking at the senior living home where I practiced care taking, patience, communication, and empathy skills. This experience taught me the importance of...
Payton can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Payton is truly amazing! She’s dependable, kind and enthusiastic! She provides a safe and welcoming environment when you are away. Such a wonderful and sweet girl!! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Macy and I am a recent UCSB Graduate with a major in Pharmacology! I am a pre med student currently taking classes online and working part time before applying to medical school next year. I love kids and have experience working with children with Special Needs and children of all ages. I have previously worked as a...
Macy can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Macy was flexible, arrived on time, and was amazing with our little. She even ran last minute errands for me with our little in tow. Super trustworthy, kind, patient, and easy for my toddler to trust. I plan to hire her again for our next event!"
Annelisa R.
Cassidy C.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I'm looking for a job that is flexible with my schedule as I am a full time student currently. I definitely want to find a happy median within a job to accommodate a families needs and my own and love a supporting work environment!
I started working with kids when I was as young as 11 years old taking care of of my younger...
5.0
"Cassidy began working for my family when my daughter was 6 and my son was 4. She worked for us continuously for 4 years until we moved out of the area.
We could count on Cassidy to always be prompt and ready to dive into work, or in this case play! My children...
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Stella H.
Santa Barbara, CA
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Stella, and I've been providing childcare to families for almost 10 years. I have always loved spending time with kids and began babysitting for family friends when I was 14. Most of my experience has been taking care of infants and toddlers, but I have worked with kids of all ages, ranging from a couple of months old...
Stella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stella is a super awesome human who LOVES kids and it shows. she knows just what to do in ever situation with complete calm, enthusiasm and good cheer. she always has great ideas for good fun and is totally reliable. my girls and i think she is the BEST!"
shelly A.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Santa Barbara, CA
Mary L.
5.0
Mary has been a blessing for our family. Her outstanding responsibility and accountability in childcare are evident from the start. She's always punctual, well-organized, and keeps us well-informed about our son’s day, ensuring a seamless and transparent caregiving experience.
What truly sets Mary...
- Jeannine G.
Jamia S.
5.0
Mia was absolutely AMAZING with our 2 year old daughter. She took her to new parks and activities everyday, and was engaging, patient, and dependable. She constantly came up with new and creative ways to play and interact with my daughter. I never worried about my daughter when she was with her. Mia...
- Nick S.
Maria B.
5.0
A lovely, very hard-working person! A pleasure to have in my house.
- Katy Z.
Elaine C.
5.0
Elaine started as my regular childcare babysitter the day after my third son was born, and cared for both him and his 2 yo old brother for 3 years. She was amazing with my kids! She’s energetic, playful, and very reliable! While working for me she provided care, activities, prepared food, and drove...
- Care member
Mia C.
5.0
I’ve known Mia for many years. She is reliable, caring, and excellent with children. I highly recommend her!
- Care member
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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 $21.47 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.