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Hello! I am Charlotte, I am 29 years old and I recently returned from teaching English abroad for a year and a half!
I have over 15 years of child care experience and formerly managed a special needs group home for two autistic young adults.
My experiences with children of all ages and cultural backgrounds is something I take...
Charlotte can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My experience working with children includes teaching English at a middle school in Italy and tutoring at the local elementary school throughout high school. In addition to babysitting and tutoring, I'm very comfortable pet sitting from having cats and dogs my whole life. I am a passionate reader, which I would love to involve...
Sofia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always enjoyed working with kids of various ages. I enjoy keeping the kids busy with either fun indoor activities like crafts or outdoor activities like going to a local park or a fun beach day! I am good with all kids and have had many years of volunteer opportunities with kids with special needs including animal therapy...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Anna is the best. My kids loved her and always asked for her first when we were looking for a sitter. She is so kind and outgoing. She keeps the order of our house, while still having fun with the kids. The kids were always safe and well cared for with Anna. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 55year-old former stay home mother. My children are now 26, 24, and 20. I have taught religion for 11 years and when my children were growing up I coached basketball, I was a Girl Scout leader, PTA member, team mom, room mom, and fundraiser for many organizations. I love to do crafts with children and to teach reading,...
Joni can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Joni is wonderful with my children (ages 4 and 6) and makes sure they are always staying active, learning, having fun and eating well! She is flexible, down to earth and just a genuinely caring person. I can tell she takes a real interest in my children and their...
Katie C.
Fran H.
San Juan Capistrano, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Substitute Teacher Looking To Babysit/nanny For The Summer
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there busy family,
My philosophy is safety first, needs met, then fun, educational, creative play. My experience is with infants to toddlers at a daycare, pre-K to K in a Montessori classroom and 1st to 6th as a public school substitute teacher with all levels and abilities. I am energetic, fun, creative, and I like to...
Fran can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Fran to teach our 'pandemic pod' consisting of 4 students ranging from 1st to 3rd grade. She was very reliable and ensured that our children did not fall behind due to distance 'learning' and all the other impediments to education that occurred this year....
James M.
Deborah D.
Aliso Viejo, CA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Deborah! I'm 34 years old and a single parent of a 9-year-old. I work from home with flex hours, and I nanny on the side to put money in my son's college fund. I'm a homeowner in Aliso Viejo since 2009.
I started babysitting when I was 12 and have never stopped. I love being around kids and have experience with...
Deborah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Super friendly and personable, she is a great "Mommy Sub" while you are away from your kids. I highly recommend her!"
Aja M.
Isabella E.
Ladera Ranch, CA
$26-41/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am from Orange County, California. I currently attend San Diego State University. I am currently home for the summer, and am available to babysit! I have been babysitting for four years, and I have loved every moment! I am always here to help with date nights, and or nannying. Feel free to reach out with any questions!
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Hayley and I am originally from Laguna Niguel, California. I recently graduated with a degree in Special Education from Arizona State. I will be home for the summer from May 13- July 18 before I go back to Arizona to be a Special Education teacher for K-2 students. I have experience working in the classroom,...
Hayley can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Ashley B.
Laguna Niguel, CA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
College Music Education Student/ Older Sister/ Future Teacher
Hi everyone! I'm Ashley, a 25-year-old middle school teacher and I live in Costa Mesa! I am looking for families to babysit occasionally for! I studied Music Education at UCLA and am a 5th-8th Public School Music Teacher! I have an 13-year-old brother who I grew up taking care of and babysitting! I also previously worked at an...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hannah W.
Laguna Hills, CA
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi There, My Name Is Hannah, And I Am A Passionate And Responsible Babysitter.
Hi! My name is Hannah and I am a sophomore at Ole Miss! I am only home for Summer and Christmas break. Growing up, I played soccer for many years and enjoyed being a part of a team. Sports taught me the importance of teamwork, dedication, and discipline, qualities that I believe are essential when it comes to babysitting. I have...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Donya S.
Aliso Viejo, CA
$15-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Donya, nice to virtually meet you.
I'm ready to help you and your family/home/kids/business; Anything you need. I'm most recently post-grad from San Diego State University and majored in Communication studies but I also have a background in Fine Arts, Humanities and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Eventually i'd ideally...
Donya can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi, I'm Whitney, an experienced nanny/babysitter, pet sitter, and mama! My 12+ years experience include children of all ages. I'm especially comfortable with the baby/toddler ages, as that is the current stage of life I'm in with my family! I have experience with everything from wake windows and schedules, to baby-led weaning,...
Whitney can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hi, My name is Doina and I am from Romania. I have been babysitting occasionally. As full time job I am a server and I do events. In my free time I would love to babysit. I thoroughly enjoy every aspect of being with children! I enjoy being able to teach them new things while watching them. We have fun coloring and playing hide...
Doina can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hi my name is Lauren and I am a freshman at Pitzer College. I am home on breaks and summer and love working with kids. I have experience with all ages and also do swim lessons in the summer. I hope to meet you and your family soon!
Hi there! My name is Chase I am 26 from Orange County. I graduated UCI 2022 with a BA in English with an emphasis in teaching all while working in various forms of child care. I have pivoted in my career goals from getting my teaching certification to following both my passions of youth oriented work and mental health and am in...
Chase can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I am a caring and responsible 19-year-old college student home for the summer and looking for some families to babysit for! I absolutely love kids and enjoy taking care and spending time with them. I am attentive, patient, creative, and loving.
I'd describe my personality as Fun, Happy, Loving
I like working with kids because...
Hailey M.
Ladera Ranch, CA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Hailey and I'm a devout christian, outgoing, and loving person who absolutely adores children. I'm looking for a kind and caring family to nanny for that is similar to a salaried position with benefits such as a medical stipend. I am an elementary school teacher and have my Masters in Education and my Bachelors in...
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, bubbly, and intentional!
I like working with kids because they are constantly learning and exploring! I get so much joy out of watching them discover something new.
I'm looking for a job that has clear expectations and communication
I started working with kids when I in high school and...
Hunter can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hunter was communicative, punctuation and professional from our first conversation. She made us and my 20 month old feel comfortable from the first second they met. We wouldn't have been able to enjoy our out-of-town event without her help. I am so grateful for her...
Faye B.
Angelina M.
Lake Forest, CA
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Angelina and I've been babysitting for as long as I could remember. It all started with my younger siblings and cousins, and slowly but surely my nephews and nieces as well. I'm a mommy to two beautiful daughters, one that is ultra active and one that is calm as can be! I expanded my love for children by becoming a...
Angelina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We've been lucky to have found Angelina a little over a year ago. Usually not one to write reviews especially over a short period of time, but our experience with Angelina for over a year demands some type of appreciation on our part. Super reliable, and very...
Diana Y.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I would love to help! I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I am a very responsible & outgoing person. I have been babysitting my family and friends' families for years because I have always had a passion for children and animals. I love watching them solve problems in their own ways as well as...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Savannah was able to adjust her schedule and help us with a last minute request. She came a bit early and stayed over. The kids had a wonderful time with her and woke up asking where she was, they couldn't wait for her to come again. We will definitely use Savannah...
Michelle N.
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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Dana Point, CA
Anna C.
5.0
We had the pleasure of having Anna as our nanny for 2 years. She became best friends with our 2 year old son and would take care of him as if he was her own. She met every expectation a parent could have including being responsible, dependable, trustworthy, patient, kind, and overall had the best...
- Care member
Joni W.
5.0
Joni is wonderful with my children (ages 4 and 6) and makes sure they are always staying active, learning, having fun and eating well! She is flexible, down to earth and just a genuinely caring person. I can tell she takes a real interest in my children and their well being. As a mother of 3 she...
- Katie C.
Fran H.
5.0
We hired Fran to teach our 'pandemic pod' consisting of 4 students ranging from 1st to 3rd grade. She was very reliable and ensured that our children did not fall behind due to distance 'learning' and all the other impediments to education that occurred this year. Thanks Fran!
- James M.
Deborah D.
5.0
Great experience. I highly recommend Deborah.
- Michele H.
Hunter B.
5.0
Hunter was communicative, punctuation and professional from our first conversation. She made us and my 20 month old feel comfortable from the first second they met. We wouldn't have been able to enjoy our out-of-town event without her help. I am so grateful for her help and for keeping our little...
- Faye B.
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Dana Point, CA in May, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $21.50. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.
What can in-home babysitters near me in Dana Point, CA help with?
In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 2 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.
How can I find in-home babysitters near me in Dana Point, CA?
You can now find babysitters online in Dana Point, CA with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 2 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.