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Katelyn W.

Stanford, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello, I'm Katie! I am a 25-year-old college graduate with a bachelor's degree from The University of North Texas. I am CPR certified and first aid trained. I have been babysitting for the past couple of years and I seasonally work at my church in childcare development with kids ages 4-12. I have experience working with children...

Care Member says "Katie picked up my 6yo daughter and 8yo son after school each day for about three weeks, taking them to activities, helping them with homework and...

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Hannah B.

Part-Time Caregiver In The Bay Area

Stanford, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Hannah and I am a graduate student in the Bay Area. I am looking to work as a babysitter and/or pet sitter. My experience with children ranges from babysitting to volunteer work at schools. I am currently studying to be a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist. I understand and value the importance of fufilling...
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Lauren C.

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Stanford, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I am a childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. I find joy when I work to support families by providing reliable care for their family. Patient, calm, and creative, I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive and be true to themselves. I believe in...
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Leila S.

Stanford, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I'm a college student in the bay with previous caregiving experience! I also love working with pets and I'm comfortable around animals. I'm happy to do active activities, as well as hang out indoors.
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Martha R.

Stanford, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for. With 10 years of experience caring for children aged 0-11, I offer families a reliable childcare option. My approach is patient and calm, and I love incorporating creativity into playtime. I enjoy playing board games and educational games with children. I...
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Nayeli M.

Stanford, CA

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$24/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
Hi, I'm Nayeli, with an Masters in education at Stanford University. I have a passion for childcare & education. With 5 years of experience, I'v gained skills as a reliable and nurturing nanny. As a tutor for 4 years, I've also worked closely with students from kindergarten to 6th grade, fostering their academic growth &...
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Isabel W.

Menlo Park, CA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Isabel, and I graduated from SDSU with a bachelor's in psychology, with an emphasis on child development. I have extensive experience with children of all ages. I've been nannying since I was 16 and worked as a preschool teacher for four years, focusing on ages 1-6. My responsibilities included planning lessons,...

Avneesh S. says "Isabel has cared for our 1yo toddler on multiple occasions. She is warm, respectful, genuinely cares for the little one's well being, and engages...

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Monica V.

Mountain View, CA

4.1(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
My name is Monica. I have 20 years of experience, I am primarily a mom of two kids that have grown to be very responsible and successful, additionally I have also taken care of children in the past. I do understand that by you being on this website, you are looking for a caring nanny for your child. I am certain that I am very...

Dan D. says "I had the pleasure of hiring Monica for a week to care for my newborn, and she was absolutely amazing. Monica was not only skilled and attentive but also...

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Natalia F.

Two Years Of Work Experience

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
I like playing sports and helping others out. I'm also a dog lover and get along with a lot of people. I have worked with kids 3-14 years and taken care of someone with special needs. I can assist with homework and projects. I can also do light housework and/or errands.

Veronica V. says "As a first time mother having help was instrumental to getting through those first few months! Natalia stepped up to the plate and helped with any needs...

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Deisy L.

Menlo Park, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I'm a friendly and energetic nanny fluent in English and Spanish with over 10 years of experience caring for toddlers and older children. I love art, music, animals, and exploring the outdoors. Families I've worked with represent me as devoted, reliable, and constantly supplying loving care while meeting educational goals for...

Virginia M. says "Deisy watches our girls after school dueling the school year. She is wonderful with the girls. She picks them up, brings them to activities, to...

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Melissa G.

Fun Sitter And Nanny! Love Kids And Love What I Do.

Menlo Park, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am also a certified postpartum doula and offer overnight care! Postpartum care includes support to both parents and baby as well as recovery as well as all the moving parts that your baby needs! I'd love to connect and touch more on my experience and answer any questions you might have. I have been in childcare long before...

Care Member says "Melissa is awesome!! She was great with our newborn son and was such a lifesaver in that newborn period of sleep deprivation. She was knowledgeable and...

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Keren P.

Experienced Live-in/live-out Sitter/nanny

Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
Nanny/sitter with experienced caring for newborn, toddlers, and children up to school age. Available from Monday to Friday, and Sunday as well. Will consider live-in or overnight stay. References from prior employees available upon request. In addition to caring for children, I have a knack for closet organization and house...

Lisa C. says "We've hired Keren for a few date nights and she's wonderful with our older kids as well as the infant! We could tell from first moment we met her that she...

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Andrea E.

Experienced Baby-Sitter / Nanny With Lots Of Energy!

San Carlos, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Dedicated and dependable, live out nanny with a proven track record of providing exceptional care and fostering meaningful relationships with children, demonstrating over the years with the different families, my excellent decision-making and safety awareness, alongside strong skills in meal prep and activity planning. I achieve...

Chris V. says "Andrea is great. Fun, energetic, and plays actively with my son."

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Diana V.

Child Care

Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)
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$39/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Nurturing young minds is truly my passion. For the past nine years, I've dedicated myself to providing enriching childcare experiences. My background in Early Childhood Education, along with relevant coursework in Early Child Development, allows me to create engaging activities that foster growth. I am patient, creative, and...

roopsha S. says "Diana helped us out when our second kid was born. She was such a blessing to us and went over and beyond our expectations. She is great with kids, and is...

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Cynthia S.

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$67/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Brazilian, and I work with kids since 2011, I was teacher at school, volunteer in a pediatric hospital and nanny. I'm living here since October/2018, and I'm loving!! I'm very good with kids and I have a large experience with all ages. Thanks

Catherine C. says "Cynthia was the perfect nanny for our daughter. Very energetic, loving and dependable. My daughter loved her and would wait eagerly every morning for...

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Borislava L.

Loving Nanny

San Carlos, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a nanny with 10 years of experience in the childcare field. I have a passion for teaching children and helping them reach their developmental milestones. With me, children will not just be well taken care of, but also learn and grow. I am present and like to communicate with them thru the day. I believe even simple...

Care Member says "Bori has been great and our kids absolutely adore her. Our 2yo usually isn't happy when we leave her with others but she's been much calmer with Bori...

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Christine L.

Experienced Babysitter In Sunnyvale

Palo Alto, CA

4.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
My name is Christine, and I am a Preschool Teacher who works for a high-quality childcare center in Los Altos. I have a BA in Child Development from SJSU, and am First-Aid and CPR certified. I am fluent in English and Spanish. I have 15+ years of experience working in the childcare field as an infant/toddler teacher, preschool...

Heather D. says "Christine worked with my 2.5 year old daughter while I was at home spending some one on one time with my son, keeping her entertained and happy, which...

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Lay Har L.

Cupertino, CA

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I'm Lay from Malaysia. I'm a Malaysian Chinese. I have been living in California for 23 years and have been working as a nanny. My experienced as a nanny for 12+ years with 2 family. First family with 2 kids and second family with 1 toddler. I am a responsible, energetic and highly reliable person. I love children. Safety of...

Emma T. says "Lay Har is the most amazing nanny I have ever met. She loves our son and he loves her so much. He is absolutely thriving in her care. She has worked with us...

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Olga D.

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
from
$34/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My creative and friendly nature allows me to easily connect with children of all ages. My educational background has equipped me with the skills to provide a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for your child. I'm comfortable caring for up to two...

Caleb C. says "She arrived early. She was amazing with our 11mt son. She's full of energy. We will be using her again!"

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Kaera S.

Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
Hello! I am available for morning or weekend help. I am currently working for a family in Burlingame during the afternoons Monday-Friday. I am a graduate student at Palo Alto University in the evenings. Soon to be finishing my masters in December! I am only looking for a part-time position or providing occasional help. That...

Jennifer T. says "Kaera helped us out for a few weeks before she left the country for some travel. The kids loved her - she was up for anything, flexible, and easy to...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.83/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Stanford, CA

Babysitters in Stanford, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Katelyn W.

Katie picked up my 6yo daughter and 8yo son after school each day for about three weeks, taking them to activities, helping them with...

- Care member

Isabel W.

Isabel has cared for our 1yo toddler on multiple occasions. She is warm, respectful, genuinely cares for the little one's well being, and...

- Avneesh S.

Monica V.

I had the pleasure of hiring Monica for a week to care for my newborn, and she was absolutely amazing. Monica was not only skilled and...

- Dan D.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Stanford, CA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Stanford, 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 6 babysitters in Stanford, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Stanford, CA babysitters on Care.com is $24.83 per hour as of November 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 Stanford, 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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