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60 in-home babysitters are listed in San Mateo, CA
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby in-home babysitters is 3 years
In-home babysitters in San Mateo, CA
Haley D.
San Mateo, CA
$24-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
A Dependable And Qualified Babysitter - Very Flexible And Free!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a hardworking, patient, and reliable person with a variety of experience working with children. I am wrapping up my senior year at Washington State University, working towards my double major in strategic communication and psychology. I am home going to be in both the Bay Area and la this summer. I am very eager to...
Haley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
5.0
"Haley is AMAZING!
My daughter loved spending time with Haley. Also Haley is punctual, reliable, fun to hang with, great with kids. Highly recommended."
June R.
Hello families! I'm Nour a caring and responsible individual excited to bring my nurturing nature to your home. Though new to formal babysitting, I've always been the go-to person for friends and family when they need a reliable and fun caregiver. My genuine love for children, combined with a keen sense of safety, makes me the...
Nour can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Hello,
I am experienced in child care of new born babies and toddlers as well. I engage babies by talking, reading books, rhymes, drawing, coloring games etc. I have good experience in all babies and toddler changing diapers, bottle feeding and feed home cooked fresh meals to baby on time and put to nap on schedule. I love...
Kanchan can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Nicole and I've come to save your time. Look no further, I'm your girl! I'm a compassionate, caring, dependable, organized, humorous, and happy individual. I have been in this field for quite some time - over 15 years. What I love the most about babysitting is the ability to watch that little human grow. I'm...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicole was amazing with my 18 month old twin boys! She made herself available on extremely short notice. When she arrived she took the time to really understand the routine, likes and dislikes of each boy.
And Nicole shared she had done research ahead of time to...
Megan B.
5.0
(1)
Growing up, I've had a couple of years taking care of infants and toddlers for my mom's bosses I would be paid for my service. Starting at 16 years old
I started teaching martial arts to children of different ages. We had summer camps, movie nights which I had the responsibility of taking care of the kids and playing with them....
Jorge can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jorge was a great babysitter for my six year son he’s wonderful with kids my son loved playing with him, they went to the park together our kid came back home very happy, great service! definitely going to hire him again."
Care member
Andrea C.
Redwood City, CA
$28-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 4-year-old. responsible and welcoming attitude. my experience on childcare is 2 year working as babysitter in church taking care of kids while parents will go into a service, some parents would ask to come baby sit at their homes for date nights. In addition caring for a beautiful family with 3 active kids...
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Andrea was easy to communicate with and my 18 month old daughter warmed up to her right away and liked playing with her. She texted and asked good questions during the day. She showed up on time. I would recommend Andrea and use her services again."
Rachel M.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I was a preschool assistant teacher and nanny before I operated a home-based child care center. I have experience in providing child care to families of multi cultural background. I had children from new born to 5-year-old under my care. Besides the basic care, I also help to prepare meals for kids according to their dietary...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Catherine is very patient and professional. We were lucky to have her looking after our toddler daughter and will love to work with her again."
Jk W.
Grace E.
San Carlos, CA
$17-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Grace! I just recently graduated from CU boulder and I'm home in San Carlos, CA for the summer looking for babysitting opportunities. I am one of four siblings so being around kids and knowing how to babysit has come natural to me. I have 8 years of experience with ages ranging anywhere from newborns to 12 years old....
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Hi there! I'm Camila, nice to meet you!
I'm a experienced nanny seeking for a full-time position. I live in Redwood City.
I've been working in childcare for about 4 years. Firstly, I dedicated some time in childcare in my home country and I worked at a preschool for a couple months as a teacher assistant.
In 2022, I came to...
Camila can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Giovana S.
Belmont, CA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm Leaving My Currently Job Early September And Willing To Start A New One After September 16.
I started working with kids when I was only 14 years old in my home country.
My first experience was a 4h job, taking care of kids of different ages while them were playing on big toys at birthdays parties.
After that, I took care of a 3 years old girl, and 3 years late, I was also taking care of her newborn brother, and I...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Rosalba M.
Half Moon Bay, CA
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi. I'm a positive and energetic mother of 2 boys. I have 7 years of experience. As a mother and wife, I know it can be hard for a mother to keep things in order at home for example. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. For several months, I have been babysitting on call ups in my hometown (Half Moon Bay). I'm looking...
Rosalba can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I started working with kids when I was about 16 years old. I have a diverse background in childcare, drawing from experiences both in Germany, my home country, and the United States. My journey began with a holiday job at a kindergarten in Germany, where I honed my skills in creating engaging activities for children. Back home,...
Crystal M.
Pacifica, CA
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Crystal and I am currently a second year at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. I am looking for a full time summer babysitting/nannying position located in the Bay area, near Pacifica, CA but willing to drive the right distance for the right family! I have been nannying for over 7 years in my hometown and now...
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello my names Devon! I have many years of experience because my mother owned a home daycare company. Therefore, at the age of 12 I began helping her with the kids. I would change diapers, feed them, and play with them. I love doing fun arts and crafts projects and reading to the kids. When I went into High School I began...
Devon can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Varun, I am a 19-year-old sophomore at The University of Washington. I am currently taking the year off and living at home in San Carlos. I have always loved taking care and interacting with children of all ages. I previously worked in a Childcare department at a country club, where I was responsible for making sure...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of three wonderful adults ages 27, 26, and 22. I have been a stay at home mother/wife for 25+ years. I am looking for a nanny/babysitter position and I am open to children of all ages. My hobbies/passions include gardening, reading, dogs, cooking/baking, outdoor activities, and most importantly, kids. I have...
Rita can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Olivia R.
Pacifica, CA
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Olivia and I am a sophomore at Boise State University. I have been babysitting for 5 years now and I love being around/spending time with children. While I was back home for the summer, I babysat a ton and would love start babysitting again now that I am back at school. I am also more than happy to do other tasks...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Muna T. I am a senior in college majoring in public health. I have two younger brothers and a 4 years old cousin. I help take care of them. Before COVID, I also did pick up/drop off for a family in Hillsborough. I used to pick up an 8 years old from his school, drive him home then feed him snacks then hang out...
Muna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Muna was very punctual and let me know when she was "on her way" which I really appreciated. My son had a great time hanging out with her."
Anne R.
Michelle M.
Redwood City, CA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny/Family Assistant/Family Manager/House Manager
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for about 20+ years and have been a nanny for about 15+ years. I am very active and do not believe in putting children in front of the TV as a form of babysitting. Engaging children in age appropriate activities is really important to me. I have nannied children from newborn to adolescence. I have worked...
Michelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Great follow-up in the hiring process."
Jacob A.
Valeria M.
Redwood City, CA
$30-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Valeria I Have 8 Years Babysitting Ages Range From 1-12.
I'd describe my personality as funny, outgoing, positive
I like working with kids because I enjoy seeing their growth throughout my time with them. I love helping them become their best selfs by always providing positive comments/Thoughts
I'm looking for a job that can guarantee me 25 hours. Parents are flexible and open to...
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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in San Mateo, CA
Haley D.
5.0
Haley is AMAZING!
My daughter loved spending time with Haley. Also Haley is punctual, reliable, fun to hang with, great with kids. Highly recommended.
- June R.
Nicole H.
5.0
Nicole was amazing with my 18 month old twin boys! She made herself available on extremely short notice. When she arrived she took the time to really understand the routine, likes and dislikes of each boy.
And Nicole shared she had done research ahead of time to get ideas for developmental...
- Megan B.
Jorge C.
5.0
Jorge was a great babysitter for my six year son he’s wonderful with kids my son loved playing with him, they went to the park together our kid came back home very happy, great service! definitely going to hire him again.
- Care member
Andrea C.
5.0
Andrea was easy to communicate with and my 18 month old daughter warmed up to her right away and liked playing with her. She texted and asked good questions during the day. She showed up on time. I would recommend Andrea and use her services again.
- Rachel M.
Catherine K.
5.0
Catherine is very punctual and responsible. She speaks both Mandarin and Cantonese. She's great with our kiddo.
- Yufei C.
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in San Mateo, CA in May, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $23.67. 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 San Mateo, 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 3 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 San Mateo, CA?
You can now find babysitters online in San Mateo, CA with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 3 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.