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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)
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & 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.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm a fluid multi-tasker, I see what needs to be done and do it. I love to engage with children and check in with them consistently. I'm flexible when it comes to scheduling and plans. I'm very compassionate and also keep things on track. I'm interested in health and wellness. CPR Certified.
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Katie watched our 10 month old son while my wife and I were visiting Santa Barbara so we could enjoy a nice dinner and drinks night. She was punctual and interacted great with our little guy. Got him down for bed and kept our minds at ease while we were out. Thank...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I love all animals! I have always had pets my whole life. Willing to do pet sitting, baths, walks, light grooming.
3.3
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I'm Marley.
I've been working with kids for the past 8 years.
I love to play board games, draw, sing/dance, teach meditation/yoga, watch movies, garden, and spend lots of time in nature!
My philosophy:
I believe in being a life learner. Children are so often forced to learn things at specific rates and ages and I...
Marley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
4.0
"Marley has been watching our 1 year old daughter for a number of months now, she has always arrived on time and never canceled last minute. Our daughter has always enjoyed spending the day with Marley as they are very active, either with singing/dancing in the...
Carolyn I.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My friends and family would describe me as kind, patient, and self-motivated. I served as the President and Vice President of my elementary school and worked in leadership throughout middle school. In high school, I transferred to online learning to pursue my dream of becoming a professional ballerina. With my rigorous dance...
5.0
"Alexis was an incredible tutor to both our 6 year and 4 year old. She is bright, engaging, and an excellent teacher. She created high impact sessions to develop key skills. I strongly recommend her."
Michael M.
Christina C.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
Fun Babysitter Who Does Well With Kids And Has A Fun Time!
Hi! My name is Christina and I'm a third year at UCSB! I have 5 years experience babysitting and am fun, high energy and love working with kids as I'm also a dance instructor at Momentum Dance Company in Santa Barbara! If you have any questions or would like to meet me, please reach out and we can get in contact!
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Greetings:
I am very interested in your Nanny position.
In 1986 I was hired as a live-in nanny for a family in New York. The two children were 4-month-old boy and 4 year girl. Two years later I moved to Montecito, California. My responsibilities for the next 7 years were to carefully help the children develop and grow. I worked...
Marysol can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
Special Needs Care
I have extensive childcare experience with children newborn-4 years. I can provide excellent references. I love working with young infants and toddlers. I have a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with a B. A. in Psychology. I have studied child development and I'm passionate about positive growth. In my previous...
Holly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Simona, I am a positive and energetic person who has over 6 years of experience with kids. I have worked as a coach, babysitter, and camp counselor with children between the ages of 2-15. I am super responsible and reliable, and can help with any assistance you may need at home.
Simona can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 25 years old, have a bachelors degree in science education and live in Santa Barbara. I have many years of experience in child care, ranging from 15 months old to 12 years old. I also have experience with children that have special needs.
Skills:
CPR
Hi there, my name is Abby! I've been babysitting since I was 14 for kiddos as young as 2 months, and I had the pleasure of being a nanny to a 10-year-old girl last summer, and a 6-month-old boy this past summer! I'm looking for new work for February, either as a babysitter or nanny (or both :)).
I love kids for their energy,...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Bridget D.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
A Fun Babysitter Who Strives To Make The Whole Family Happy!
Hi there! My name is Bridget, and I am a junior at UCSB, and I am looking for either a situational or part-time babysitting/nany job starting this January! I have a lot of babysitting and nanny experience from the last 6 years. Here are some standouts:
In the summer of 2020, I nannied for 2 sisters, one that was 6 years old and...
Bridget can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Julianne H.
Santa Barbara, CA
$10-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Responsible And Energetic Babysitter, Pet Care Provider, And Tutor
I am a recent college graduate with a BS in Psychology. I am taking a gap semester/year off before getting my Masters in School Psychology. I love animals because I think they bring a special joy into this life! I would be happy to help you and your family as I take care of your animals.
Julianne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi there! I am a 22-year-old college grad with a B. S. in Psychology and Brain Sciences and a minor in Applied Psychology. I have taken multiple courses in child and adolescent development, endocrinology of human reproduction, and early childhood education, although I would contest that nothing beats hands on experience. I love...
Shea can also help with: Travel
I have a long history of working with children: infants, toddlers, preschoolers. I have Early Childhood Education certificates I have a warm personality and enjoy caring about kids. I am professional about using books, songs, and rhymes for future literacy. I enjoy a healthy way of life: yoga, swimming, Pilates, and healthy...
Irina can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Irina took loving care of our son from the age of 3 months until 16 months. During that time, she grew to be like family.
Irina is beyond reliable, consistent, and nurturing. She never missed a day and even showed up early. She has great experience spanning...
Care member
Hi my name is Thanah and i'm 19 years old. I recently moved to Santa Barbara to continue my education in college and was valedictorian of my high school graduating class. In my hometown I have babysat for numerous family friends. I have experience with playing with children at home and at the park, driving to and from school/...
Thanah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Hello, my name is Laura. I have many years of babysitting, nanny and mother's helper experience Transporting, doing errands, light housecleaning/laundry, meal prep, animal care as well. Most of my experience has been working with children, pre teens and teens, 5-16. I enjoy getting to know the child/children as well as the...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am originally from Chicago but moved to Santa Barbara in 2019. I nannied for a family back home with two young girls for many years and it was such a joy teaching them as much as I could about the world around us! I just finished my degree at Westmont College and I am living here for the summer! I was the captain of the golf...
Kathryn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have been babysitting and nannying since I was 11 years old. My last job was a regular nannying job for a household with four children. I had to move away for school and now I am looking for another family or families seeking an extra set of hands. I have experience with all ages from newborn babies to teenagers who just need...
I have experience as a full time nanny for a family with two children, ages 6 and 9 years old. I was with them for a year until I went back to school full time. I then babysat anytime I could. Most recently, I nannied for a 5-week-old baby while her mother competed horses.
Amelia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Santa Barbara, CA
Macy W.
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.
Katie K.
5.0
There is a reason why Katie has so many positive reviews, she is simply amazing. Katie started with us when our daughter, R, was 5 months old. Katie worked with us through sleep-training and solid foods. It was clear to us that our daughter's well-being was her number one priority. When contact...
- Johanna C.
Marley K.
5.0
Marley has been our full-time nanny for close to a year now and we're so grateful that we found her. She's very mature, dependable and honest and takes great care of our soon to be two-year-old. She was really open to taking our daughter to different activities and was always really present (I never...
- Celsea J.
Alexis R.
5.0
I hired Alexis to tutor my 14 year old son and she has been nothing short of spectacular in getting his grades up, his assignments complete, and his understanding of subjects improved. Truly a lifesaver during Covid distance learning. I can't imagine a better tutor.
- Joshua K.
Irina T.
5.0
Irina took loving care of our son from the age of 3 months until 16 months. During that time, she grew to be like family.
Irina is beyond reliable, consistent, and nurturing. She never missed a day and even showed up early. She has great experience spanning in-home nannying and daycare settings,...
- 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.