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Lauren P.

Loving, experienced and responsible stay at home mom looking for part time babysitting

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi Families, I'm Lauren nanny of 16 years and mom. I'm looking for a full or part time position caring for your child I specialize in newborn and infant care, however I have experience with all ages. I run a small nanny business out of my home in Trabuco canyon. Where I have a full nursery set up, baby proofed home know CPR,...
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Loving, Patient, And Caring Caregiver

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello Families! I have over 15 years experience working with young children from newborns to teenagers. Whether it is volunteering at church in the Children's Ministry, raising my own children, or after school tutoring K-6th graders, I am absolutely passionate about our future adults. I am blessed to be a stay-at-home mother to...
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Babysitter/College Student Looking For A Summer Nanny Position

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am currently a college student looking for a childcare position while I am back home for the summer. I have three younger sisters and have been babysitting for over 10 years now. I am Red-Cross childcare and CPR certified. I am very responsible, easy-going and reliable. I am extremely comfortable with taking care of...
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Child Care

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello!! I'm Zoey, a dedicated, patient, and enthusiastic caregiver with a deep love for working with children and a long-term goal of becoming a pediatric physician. Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for! I've spent the past several years nurturing this passion through hands-on experiences: I worked...
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Substitute Teacher Looking To Babysit/nanny For The Summer

San Juan Capistrano, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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...

James M. says "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...

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Mature Responsible Babysitter

Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
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,...

Katie C. says "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,...

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Part-Time Babysitter

Lake Forest, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am an enthusiastic, responsible, organized, adaptable, and friendly employee. Most of my experience babysitting comes from caring for family and family friends since I was a young teenager. I have cared for children between the ages of one and 15. I am CRP, First Aid, and AED Certified. I enjoy math and science, love to read,...

Melanie F. says "Hailey has been our part time (20-25 hours per week) nanny for the past 7 months, and she is exceptional. Every thing she says in her bio is true. She...

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Laguna Niguel, CA

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$23/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm going into my 4th year at the University of Utah, but am home for the summer! I have had lots of experience babysitting and am looking for about 20 hours per week but am also open to non reoccurring jobs. I previously cared for a baby from 4 months old through 18 months. I've also babysat ages 3-8 years old. I am CPR...
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Fun And Energetic Children Lover!

Laguna Niguel, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
HI! My name is Rylee, I'm currently in college and in need of some money to get me through school. I have 6+ years of experience, I started babysitting for my sister when my nephew was born and went on to be live in nanny for 2 years for another family. I was also a special ed tutor in middle school and high school for 6 years....
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Loving Mom Who Can Help With Your Childcare

Mission Viejo, CA

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$40/hr
7 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a published children's author of 20+ books in English and Spanish. My kids are grown nurses and I have time to help with your babysitting needs. I have my own reliable transportation (a Tesla). I cook healthy, light cleanups and love to spend time with your child to have an enjoyable time. I also have my TB test done &...
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Sydney

Lake Forest, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi my name is Sydney and I am a senior and high school! I have always loved kids and they usually seem to love me too. I currently work (which is a kids birthday party/bounce house place) and have been working there for 2 years now. I also have a younger sister, who I have helped taken care of since she was a baby! I have been...
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Bellas Bio

Irvine, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Isabella I go by Bella for short. I have a genuine and passionate love for children. I grew up watching my cousins at all different ages from 2-14. I realized shortly how much I truly loved taking care of children, when I graduated high school I began babysitting for a family quite regularly and fell in love...
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Ladera Ranch, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'm a friendly and patient childcare provider who is passionate about fostering children's growth and development. Although I have never had a paid babysitting job before I have lots of experience caring for my sisters kids. I'm adept at creating a safe and nurturing environment where kids can learn and thrive. I currently am...
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Hi My Name Is Aida

San Juan Capistrano, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have over 10 years of experience caring for children and adults. I speak both English and Spanish. I am interested in finding a full time job as a babysitter to help you to take care of your little ones. I have worked in private homes as a babysitter for families in Orange County, taking care of newborns and toddlers. In 2018...
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Funny, Athletic, And Hardworking Babysitter

Lake Forest, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Lilly and I am 24 years old. I am the oldest child of three. I have been consistently watching kids anywhere from infants to 14 years of age. When it comes to kids, I have worked in many different kinds of environments such as church camps/weekend classes, sport camps, and tutoring. I am currently transitioning...
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Babysitter With Safety Training And Experience

Laguna Hills, CA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Rocio. I am 20 and am attending my local community college in hopes of pursuing a career as a child psychologist or psychiatrist. I am a reliable, honest and trustworthy person, with a passion for helping others and working with kids! As a middle child of 4, I have had to care for my siblings of currently 5 and 10...
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Irvine, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I'm a dedicated babysitter with nearly 10 years of experience, available to care for your little ones in the afternoons, either in my home or yours. I have a strong background in caring for newborns and toddlers up to 2 years old, providing a safe and engaging environment where they can thrive. With prior arrangement, I...
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Summer Babysitter Available

Lake Forest, CA

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$17/hr
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Talia and I live in Pismo Beach, CA. I am coming home for the summer from college and am available to babysit mid-may to mid-august. I have 3 younger brothers that I helped babysit my entire life, and I babysat teacher's kids during high school. I can cook, have a car, and can help with homework if needed. I love...
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Mission Viejo, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I've been working with kids since I was 16 babysitting and working as a gymnast coach! So im very comfortable around kids! I'm home from college and looking to babysit as much as I can!
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Ladera Ranch, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi my name is Ainsleigh! I am a sophomore at the University of Arizona and am back home in Orange County for the summer. I have had many years experience in babysitting and camp counseling. I love to be a helping hand to busy parents or for a kid free night!
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  • 53 in-home babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.75/hr as of August 2025

Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

In-Home Babysitters in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 53 listed in-home babysitters

Fran H.

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...

- James M.

Joni W.

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...

- Katie C.

Hailey P.

Hailey has been our part time (20-25 hours per week) nanny for the past 7 months, and she is exceptional. Every thing she says in her bio...

- Melanie F.

FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter

All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $21.75. 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.

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 4 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.

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