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Jillian H.'s Photo

Experienced Occasional/Part-time Sitter

Vista, CA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a dependable and dedicated babysitter with eight years of professional childcare experience. I was born & raised here in SoCal and have been married for 5 years. I am devoted to helping children think creatively, respect others as well as objects and use common manners. I come from a big family and have been surrounded by...

Care Member says "Jillian is an incredible sitter for our sweet girl. Our girl feels right at home with her. She’s kind, punctual and upbeat. We love having Jillian over....

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Ana H.'s Photo

Vista, CA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
travel
I have about 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers, and I also have experience working with children with special needs. I truly love working with young kids, and I approach each child as an individual who I get to help grow and teach.

Care Member says "Ana was very responsive reliable and great with my kids! ☺️ "

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Jennifer C.'s Photo

Vista, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, Is your family still in need of a nanny? I am a Vista local have over 10 years of experience in childcare. I am CPR/First Aid Certified/fully vaccinated and have lots of knowledge of child development. Extra skills: Knowledge of infant care Bachelor's degree Previous lifeguard: open to teaching water...

Ali H. says "Jennifer is an amazing nanny! She mostly watches my 1.5 year old, occasionally my 5 year old, and she is so caring and great with both of them! She is...

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Rebecca S.'s Photo

Vista, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Rebecca I am 31 years old and I have 12 core units of child development under my belt that I received in high school. As well as continuing child development at Mira Costa Community College. I have 10+ years experience working with infants, toddlers, preschool and school age children. I'm bubbly, high Spirit and...

Emily O. says "Rebecca is fantastic!!! She was reliable, flexible, very knowledgeable, and great with my 6 month old! She played with him, took him on a walk, interacted...

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Michelle G.'s Photo

Vista, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Michelle, I am 25 years old . I'm caring, responsible, and a highly trustworthy nanny who has over 7 years of experience caring for children from newborn to 14 years old. I am a self-confident nanny who is emotionally mature and possesses high energy levels and interaction skills with children of all ages. *...

Madeline W. says "We absolutely LOVE Michelle! She is so playful with our kids, always on time, and goes the extra mile. She's very competent and mature. I've never...

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Aria B.'s Photo

Vista, CA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Aria, and I have a mix of professional training and hands-on childcare experience. I'm currently attending CSUSM in the Masters of Social Work program, which is roughly M-Th 8-5. I am available anytime outside of that! I have over 3 years of childcare experience with kids of all ages. I'm comfortable managing...

Katharine C. says "Throughout the spring sports season, Aria has reliably provided safe transportation for my daughter to her weekday practices. Without her support, I...

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Babysitter Extraordinaire

Vista, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
Mother of one son with special needs, he's now 28. I have years of experience caring for my son and others. I care for adults and children of all ages. I provide loving care and fun activities, crafts, reading, meals, homework and whatever you desire for your precious children! I enjoy pets and have a Labrador. I personally...

Care Member says "Rhonda was a wonderful caregiver for my father with Parkinson’s. She was caring, attentive, warm and my dad felt very comfortable with her! Would...

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Valerie A.'s Photo

Vista, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Heya! I'm Valerie, but I often go by Emris. I have 5 years of professional nanny experience and over 10 years of babysitting and caring for toddlers. I'm constantly learning and growing, open to feedback, and committed to being the best caregiver I can be. I'm reliable, trustworthy, and flexible, always ready to accommodate your...

Care Member says "Valerie is a wonderful caregiver. She has helped care for my two boys in a pinch when I wasn’t feeling well and was able to watch them as well as...

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Hii Im Sydney!! I Am A Caring, Reliable Nanny Who Loves Child Development, And Helping Kids Grow!

Vista, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
hiii!! i'm sydney!! I'm 22 years old and I have a huge passion for working with children and being a part of their early childhood development. I love helping little ones learn, grow, and reach all of their important milestones while creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for them every day. Outside of childcare, I love...
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Child Development Teacher/Nanny

Vista, CA

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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Over the years, I have worked with many schools, families and communities, as an early childhood educator, school age director, a summer program director, and as a nanny/babysitter. I am extremely versatile, and work hard at any job that I under take. I have over 15 years of experience. If you are interested in having quality...
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Caring And Dependable Student With Childcare Experience

Vista, CA

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Taylor, and I'm a caring, dependable, and energetic student studying Communication. I'm seeking a childcare position that works with my school schedule and allows me to build a trusting relationship with a family. I grew up caring for younger cousins and also have experience with toddlers and teaching dance to...
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Silly And Caring Ms. Paula

Vista, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Paula and I'm 22 years old. I work with the local Boys and Girls Club and have for 3 years now. I graduated last year from CSUSM with a degree in Psychology. I am certified in First aid/CPR. I am energetic and excited to take care of your family. I'd describe my personality as energetic, emotional and...
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Fun, Charismatic, Entertaining Care Assistant. I Can Help With Any And All Needs!

Vista, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a fun, charismatic, caring, nurturing, individual. I love working with kids and getting to know them. I'm looking for a job that is flexible and keeps me active. I started working with kids about six years ago. I started off volunteering at summer camps and continued on from there! In my spare time, I like to go to the...
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Cassandra T.'s Photo

Vista, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! I'm a homeschooling mama of two boys, ages 8 and 2, and I'm looking to welcome one more little buddy into our days. I'm already home with my boys and thought it could be such a sweet fit to find another toddler or preschooler who could come play, explore and learn alongside my youngest a couple days a week. Our days are...
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Get To Know About Brianna!

Vista, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a hardworking, responsible, kind person that loves kids and is willing to do kids 1 and older. I have a passion to make sure kids feel supported and love and feel safe. I have volunteered for children's paradise and have taken care of pets before as well. I have also helped out with my cousins kids before too. I might not...
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Child care centers in Vista, CA

Happy Times Child Development Center's Photo

Happy Times Child Development Center

755 Civic Center Drive Vista, CA

4.0(4)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Academic
+ 3 more
We provide quality childcare in a loving atmosphere! A Great Place To Grow!

Care Member says "For the record, this is not a babysitting service or run-of-the-mill childcare facility. Happy Times Child Development Center operates a top-of-the-line...

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7241 - La Petite Academy of Vista

725 SHADOWRIDGE DR VISTA, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
At La Petite Academy of Vista, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Vista, CA. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time,...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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STARS MONTESSORI ACADEMY's Photo

STARS MONTESSORI ACADEMY

1680 SOUTH MELROSE DRIVE #115 VISTA, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Montessori
Kindergarten
Day Care
Preschool
+ 1 more
At Stars Montessori Academy, we are proud to offer families in the Vista community a truly authentic Montessori education, thoughtfully designed to nurture the whole child. Our bright, carefully prepared classrooms are filled with natural light and beautifully crafted Montessori materials that invite exploration, independence,...

Carly C. says "STARS has been the best decision we have made for our children's education. We have been attending the school for a total of 8 years between our two...

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Three Little Owls Learning Academy

770 SYCAMORE AVE UNIT A-D VISTA, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Welcome to Three Little Owls Learning Academy, a completely brand-new facility equipped with newly built classrooms and furniture. Our classrooms are bright, inviting, and filled with high-quality learning materials from Lakeshore to create a fun and engaging space for kids to learn and grow. We take pride in serving fresh,...

Care Member says "Very Loving, respectful , understanding. Clean! A Great home cooked meal … what more can you ask for when it comes to your children. "

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Building Kidz of Vista at Taylor Street - New Spots in our 3-4 Year Classrooms!'s Photo

Building Kidz of Vista at Taylor Street - New Spots in our 3-4 Year Classrooms!

777 TAYLOR ST VISTA, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
International
+ 2 more
🌟 **Discover the Joy of Learning at Building Kidz School!** 🌟We invite you to experience firsthand how we nurture young minds through our unique "whole child" philosophy. Discover the joy of learning at Building Kidz School! At Building Kidz School, we’re dedicated to fostering creativity and growth in our students. Our...

Care Member says "The new playground is AWESOME. Staff is very warm and passionate about quality care. They have a school lizard too (in a tank). Love the Vista vibes. "

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  • 196 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 5.0

Recent child care reviews from local parents in Vista, CA

Child Care Providers in Vista, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 196 listed child care providers

Jillian H.

Jillian is an incredible sitter for our sweet girl. Our girl feels right at home with her. She’s kind, punctual and upbeat. We love having...

- Care member

Ana H.

Ana was very responsive reliable and great with my kids! ☺️

- Care member

Jennifer C.

Jennifer is an amazing nanny! She mostly watches my 1.5 year old, occasionally my 5 year old, and she is so caring and great with both of...

- Ali H.

Common questions about child care in Vista, CA

Child care costs in Vista, CA can vary widely based on the type of care your family needs, your child’s age, and the schedule you’re looking for. Hourly rates often differ for nannies, babysitters, and other child care providers, with higher costs typically associated with infant care, multiple children, or full-time support. Many families start by estimating their budget with the Care.com child care cost calculator and then explore how rates compare across care types by reviewing average child care costs to better understand what to expect.
Families in Vista, CA can choose from several child care options based on their schedule, budget, and the level of consistency they need. Many families work with nannies who provide regular, in-home care and support daily routines, while others rely on babysitters for part-time, after-school, or occasional care. Some households may also consider live-in nannies, which can be a good fit for families who need extended coverage or more flexible hours. Additional options may include caregivers who help with school pick-ups, homework, meals, or bedtime routines. Understanding the full range of possibilities can make it easier to find the right fit, and a complete list of child care options can help families compare care types and responsibilities.
Finding reliable child care in Vista, CA often starts with clearly defining your family’s needs, such as schedule, budget, and the type of care that works best for your children. Many families compare caregiver experience, availability, and reviews from other parents before scheduling interviews or trial days. It can also help to divide the search and evaluation process between caregivers or partners, especially when juggling busy schedules, and some families take a more organized approach to finding child care together. Taking time to ask thoughtful questions, check references, and discuss expectations upfront can help ensure a dependable and long-term care match.
When choosing a child care provider in Vista, CA, it’s important to look for experience with your child’s age group, a caregiving style that aligns with your family’s values, and clear communication habits. Many families also consider reliability, flexibility with schedules, and how comfortable the provider is handling daily routines like meals, naps, and activities. Reviewing references, reading feedback from other families, and having open conversations about expectations can help you assess trust and fit. A provider who is attentive, consistent, and responsive can make a meaningful difference in your child’s day-to-day care.
When interviewing a child care provider in Vista, CA, focus on questions that help you understand how they would care for your child in real-life situations. Many families ask about experience with specific age groups, how a provider handles discipline, routines, and unexpected challenges, and what a typical day of care looks like. It’s also helpful to discuss communication preferences, reliability, and comfort with responsibilities like meals or transportation. Asking thoughtful babysitter interview questions and following proven tips for interviewing nannies can help you feel more confident as you compare candidates and move toward a hiring decision.

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