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Maria C.

Part Time Babysitter/Nanny

Santa Maria, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Senior Care: \nBringing over 8 years of caregiving experience, I am a dedicated professional committed to enhancing the lives of those I serve. My extensive background reflects a genuine passion for providing compassionate and skilled care, ensuring the well-being and comfort of individuals under my watch. Being bilingual in...

Kate A. says "Maria was on time and super engaged with our three kids. The house was clean when we returned. The kids cannot wait to have her back again."

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Katherine P.

Full-Time/Part-Time Babysitter

Santa Maria, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Over 10 years of experience with kids of all ages from newborns to young adults. I am friendly, outgoing, and love nature and animals. I enjoy arts & crafts, and anything educational. I have privately tutored kids from elementary to college level courses; I graduated university in 2012. We are a military family, but...

Care Member says "Katherine routinely watches my 11 year old son, not because I need the care, but because she is such a great influence on him. She goes above and beyond...

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Laura H.

Santa Maria, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
With over 15 years of experience in ECE and childcare, I have developed skill sets supporting children at various stages of development, from newborns to teens. This includes newborn care, postpartum support, and overnight care. I am well-versed in infant routines, breastfeeding, potty training, dietary needs, and supporting...

Patricia S. says "Laura is an amazing human! She has been with us since Feb 2022, wow almost a year! L turns 1 This month! Laura is attentive, friendly, dependable, and...

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Catherine A.

Part Time Child Care Provider

Santa Maria, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
I enjoy small children, especially infant through preschool age. I have worked in the preschool environment where we had scheduled activities for the children. I have helped my sister with her grandchildren including after school care ranging from kindergarten to fifth grade.

Chris B. says "She is a God sent, I feel comfortable leaving my little one with Cathy and our baby had the easiest time getting comfortable with her. I'm so happy we...

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Isa F.

Child Care

Santa Maria, CA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Caring for children and having an impact on their growth and development is something I truly enjoy and pride myself in being a natural at. In addition to providing a nurturing environment, I will happily embrace any educational assistance as requested. I work to combine a day of play time that involves indoor activities (card &...

Savannah S. says "Isa has been such a blessing. She's punctual, dependable, kind, helpful, and goes out of her way to accommodate your schedule. She's great with kids...

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Martha S.

Babysitter, caregiver

Santa Maria, CA

from
$23/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Compassionate and dedicated early childhood educator with an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education and experience in caregiving as a CNA. With a strong foundation in child development and a passion for nurturing young minds, I create engaging and inclusive learning environments. As an animal lover, I bring a gentle and...
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Aja C.

Experienced Babysitter Available Full Time!

Santa Maria, CA

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Aja (pronounced Asia) and I'm 27. I'm a mom & stepmom to 4, 12 & under. Life is busy and it really does take a village! I'm seeking a family who is needing 25+ hours a week for care. I have great references and tons of experience. Let's chat more about what you're needing to see if we're a good fit!
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Breana C.

Part Time Babysitter

Santa Maria, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello I'm Breana ! I am here to help care for your child or children. I have years of experience working with children. My previous jobs include working for the YMCA at a after school program at a elementary school, a teachers helper at Allan Hancock college, and I also nannied for a family for almost 2 years. I have...
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Dinorah M.

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights

Santa Maria, CA

from
$17/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
I have experience taking care of newborns, toddlers and young kids. I'm a nurturing and fun person, always giving the attention little ones needs. I'm bilingual in Spanish and English. I'm available for early mornings, prepare and take kids to school, also night hours, getting them ready for bed. Thanks.
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Rachael R.

Fun Babysitter/ Nanny

Santa Maria, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Hi, my name is Rachael. I am an experienced educator and caregiver with over 10 years of experience caring for children. I am seeking a nanny position with a family. I have worked with children of all ages, from infants to adolescents, focusing on helping them grow into their best selves while supporting family dynamics My...
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Cheyenne O.

I'm A Fun Happy Babysitter, I Love To Be Involved With The Kids And Do Fun Things

Santa Maria, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello My name is Cheyenne and I think I would be the perfect fit for your family. For starters I have about 10 years experience working with children ages 3 months to teen. I started to nanny full time when I was 14 years old until I was 18. After that I worked full time serving and did some nanny jobs on the side. I worked at a...
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Jaylon O.

Awesome Babysitting Services!

Santa Maria, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi Families! I am a CPR/AED Certified nanny and babysitter with over 7 years of professional child care experience. I have reliable transportation (personal car). I love children of all ages and tend to have a way with babies as well. I am well-written and tech savvy, and can help with homework assignments and tutoring. -Dog...
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Rylee S.

Hi !

Santa Maria, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello my name is Rylee! I'd describe my personality as very loving and helpful, I would also say I am energetic at times but also a good amount of mellow. I have been babysitting kids since I was around 13 years old, it mostly use to just be family members when I was that young. Luckily as I got older, I started babysitting...
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Zinnia D.

Tons Of Experience, Would Love To Help!

Santa Maria, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have always loved kids, I began babysitting at a very young age. I am a single mom of four kids, looking for a job. I am patient and kind. I served as the Childcare Director at a church in the five cities area for about 3 years. I have volunteered in my children's classes for the last 9 years, and was a girl scout leader too....
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Natasha M.

Santa Maria, CA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Natasha. I am a 27-year-old professional starting up my babysitting role once again. I work full-time but have availability on weeknights and weekends. I would love to help out your family on a regular or part-time basis. My rate is flexible! I have years of experience with babysitting children ages 3-9. I...
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Alexa D.

Responsible And Dedicated Part-time Student Seeking Opportunities To Care For Your Kiddos!

Santa Maria, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, my name is Alexa. I just graduated highschool and have always dreamed of being a live in nanny. I have a passion for kids and have worked with my church in child ministry, coached little league softball and have 5 younger siblings so in a way I've been a babysitter my entire life. I'd describe my personality as...
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Nadia Z.

Santa Maria, CA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
I'm an experienced babysitter with 4 years of hands-on childcare experience. I've worked with children from infants to age 10, handling everything from playtime and homework help to bedtime routines and meal prep.
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Yasmin H.

Santa Maria, CA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
As a dedicated childcare provider with two years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing and supporting families. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of caring for children and helping them grow. I believe that every child is unique, and I strive to provide a safe,...
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Jessica B.

Santa Maria, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I am experienced in child care. I have watched many of my friend's children, of all ages. I have 2 children of my own as well, ages 12 and 14. I have 2 dogs who love children. I am reliable, responsible and caring. I know first hand how important it is to know your children are being well taken care of in your absence and I will...
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Regina R.

Santa Maria, CA

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
I'm looking for full time or part time baby sitting or nannying job. I'm looking forward to hearing about more opportunities!
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.53/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Santa Maria, CA

Babysitters in Santa Maria, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Maria C.

Maria was on time and super engaged with our three kids. The house was clean when we returned. The kids cannot wait to have her back again.

- Kate A.

Katherine P.

Katherine routinely watches my 11 year old son, not because I need the care, but because she is such a great influence on him. She goes...

- Care member

Laura H.

Laura is an amazing human! She has been with us since Feb 2022, wow almost a year! L turns 1 This month! Laura is attentive, friendly,...

- Patricia S.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Santa Maria, CA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Santa Maria, 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 38 babysitters in Santa Maria, 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.

The average rate for Santa Maria, CA babysitters on Care.com is $20.53 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 Santa Maria, 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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