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60 babysitters are listed in Los Altos, CA
The average rate is $26/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Los Altos, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jackie, I live in Los Altos Hills. I love working with kids. I have 2 years experience working with children and babies ages newborn to 7years old. CPR certified. Love to do out door activities with the kids. Easily connect with kids and enjoy spending time with them.
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jackie is a very calm and loving care giver and she connected so well with my 6 year old. She made her feel very loved."
Mohamed C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Need a summer nanny!? My name is Kennedy and I am a senior at Duke University studying biomedical engineering and am planning on starting my PhD at Johns Hopkins studying cell and molecular medicine in the fall. I am from the Bay Area so will be home for the summer and am looking for a job there. I currently babysit for many...
Kennedy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Sophie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very punctual and easy to communicate with. My little one liked her a lot and started showing her his favorite toys immediately. I felt comfortable leaving him with her!"
Kristina Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a 20-year-old student in college working on getting my Veterinary Technology degree. I've worked with kids in summer camps every summer from 2014 to 2018 and I have two years of paid experience with nannying. My experience includes picking up the kids from school and taking them to after school activities, making...
5.0
"On time. Very sweet. Proactive and attentive with my 18 month old. Had a very good experience and would book again!"
Care member
My name is Juliet
My address changed. I live in Los Altos, CA, 94024 ( since 2019).
I study Child Behavior and menta health at Stanford University( certificate).
My brief description would be I'm a fun-loving babysitter. I enjoy spending time with children. I pride myself on being able to play and act goofy with the kids yet...
Juliet can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a student at UC Merced and I love working with kids because they bring out so much creativity. Kids have such a special perspective, and I love providing a safe environment for them to do what they love.
I started working with kids when I was a kid myself, helping with my younger siblings. When I turned 10, I started...
Hello! I'm Amina, and I have over 2 years of babysitting and childcare experience with kids of all age groups. You can expect me to be fun, engaging, patient, and kind around your children while also prioritizing your child's wellbeing and safety at all times.
A few activities I might do with your children (depending on their...
Victoria G.
Los Altos, CA
$30-38/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Victoria. I have 4 years of experience babysitting. I love working with children and can also help with tutoring! I am very creative and love doing arts and crafts, reading, games, and more. I have experience working at a Spanish Immersion Preschool and love languages. I have my own transportation and can drive your...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
I have experience babysitting as well as coaching children ages 2-13 in gymnastics. With the younger children, my job focused on developmental skills and self esteem building. I designed my own lesson plans and learned to customize each child's experience in accordance to their needs. I took active leadership roles in numerous...
Eloisa can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Hello there! I'm Jamie, an enthusiastic and dedicated college student at Washington University in St. Louis. I have a vibrant history of immersing myself in activities that involve working with children and have found this to be a passion of mine.
Through the 4 years I spent at a volunteer program called AMASE, a program aimed...
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Ashley M.
Los Altos, CA
$37/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced and reliable Babysitter with over 6 years of experience serving as a trustworthy and dedicated caregiver for families. Experienced in working with children confident in caring for several children at once. Bringing forth a proven track record of satisfied clients, willing to recommend my services highly. Committed to...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alissa R.
Los Altos, CA
$18-20/hr
I'd describe my personality as kind, responsible, and hardworking.
I like working with kids because I love interacting with and helping others. I also love to play and be creative!
I started working with kids teaching dance classes while I was in high school. I don't have much experience babysitting, but am a quick learner and...
Alissa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Monika A.
Los Altos, CA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked as a part-time nanny/babysitter with over 10 years of experience while attending school and working other jobs. I am a nationally certified EMT as well. Currently I am looking to transition careers after 5 years in the fitness industry, most recently as a manager for a high profile fitness club. I am flexible,...
Monika can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
Yeliz T.
Los Altos, CA
$30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Highly Energetic, Responsible, Experienced,flexible Health Care Professional Nanny.
I'd describe my personality as
Highly motivated
Honest
Responsible
I like working with kids because
I love taking care of their needs when they aren't able to manage by themselves.
I love how honest they're how I earn their love and how this love grows in their heart.
I'm looking for a job that
I really like to feel...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience. My responsibilities were playing with the toddler, making him snacks and dinner sometimes lunch, changing diaper, putting him down for a nap, clean up the toys. As for the infant my responsibilities were feeding, burping, washing the bottles, changing diaper and clothes, do tummy time, cuddling him...
Christy can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Juliet E.
Los Altos, CA
$30-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
2 years. I enjoy companion elders. I enjoy helping elders to do their ordinary life in their homes because I know they are happier in their homes than in nursery homes. I enjoy taking elders to shopping, grocery, and dor appointments. One day all of us will be seniors and really old. How we would like a caregiver to behave...
With five years of dedicated experience in the housekeeping industry, I have honed my skills in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of various indoor spaces. Throughout my tenure, I have demonstrated proficiency in a wide range of tasks including dusting, vacuuming, mopping floors, cleaning bathrooms and kitchens,...
Isabel can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, window washing, kitchen cleaning & more
hi, it's Oben, 23. I am Turkish. I love to be with kids. I can be a kid when I am with them so they love me.
I like working with kids because I love to spend time with them, I feel like a kid when I am with them.
I'm looking for a job that I enjoy as kids.
I started working with kids when I was in university.
In my spare...
Anais B.
Los Altos, CA
$20-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi everyone ! My name is Anaïs, I am 25yo,. I'm working as an au pair in a nice family located. My kids are big (9 & 11 yo) and that's amazing to be able to share those moments of their lives. However, as they are at school the whole day, I'm often free during the day from 9 to 2 & also I have all my weekends free. I love...
Anais can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as I'd describe my personality as outgoing , energetic and attentive.
I like working with kids because well I'm 21 but a big kid at heart! I love being around kids (especially my nieces & nephews) because I feel as if it helps me bring my inner child out
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Los Altos, CA
Jacqueline B.
5.0
Jackie is a very calm and loving care giver and she connected so well with my 6 year old. She made her feel very loved.
- Mohamed C.
Sophie A.
5.0
Very punctual and easy to communicate with. My little one liked her a lot and started showing her his favorite toys immediately. I felt comfortable leaving him with her!
- Kristina Z.
Darya I.
5.0
On time. Very sweet. Proactive and attentive with my 18 month old. Had a very good experience and would book again!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Los Altos, CA:
How can I find a Los Altos babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Los Altos, 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 47 babysitters in Los Altos, 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.
How much do babysitters charge in Los Altos, CA?
The average rate for Los Altos, CA babysitters on Care.com is $26.32 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 Los Altos, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Los Altos, 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.