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Elizabeth D.'s Photo

Child Care Provider

Arcata, CA

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$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
My experience working with children began at an early age. As early as junior high I began baby-sitting children around my neighborhood. During high school I was on the cheer squad and every summer we held a children's cheer camp. It was always such a great experience and I loved working with children from the community. When I...
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Creative Babysitter Available

Arcata, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
Dear parents, I have been working with children for over eight years as a paid babysitter and part-time nanny. I have worked as an assistant teacher at a French immersion preschool and also as an assistant in RIE parent-infant classes. I am always inspired by the inherent creativity and spontaneity of children. I completed my BA...

Eileen S. says "We feel very lucky to have found Isabel. Our daughter adores her and looks forward to their time together. Isabel is a professional...she is punctual,...

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Erin T.'s Photo

Arcata, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Nurturing children and supporting families through reliable, high-quality care is my true passion. With three years of experience, I offer a patient, calm, and creative environment for up to two children. I hold CPR Training and First Aid Training certifications to ensure a safe space for ages ranging from infants to pre-teens....
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Jadyn T.'s Photo

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Fostering a child's growth and development is my true passion, and I have dedicated the last 10 years to supporting families as a reliable caregiver. My background includes Early Child Development coursework and First Aid Training. I am patient, creative, and approachable when caring for up to three children, ranging from...
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Rose N.'s Photo

Arcata, CA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! I am currently in my third year of college working towards becoming a nurse-midwife. I find lots of joy working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 13, so I have around eight years of experience. I have been consistently babysitting for multiple families for many years and I frequently take new families...
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Elana G.'s Photo

Arcata, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
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I have been babysitting and nannying for over six years. I have experience with ages 0 to 10, but especially enjoy working with children zero to two. I have experience working in a daycare setting as well as private nannying.
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Stella J.'s Photo

Arcata, CA

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$24/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a childcare provider with five years of experience, I've discovered my passion for nurturing and caring for young minds. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I realized the profound impact I could have on children's lives. My patient and calm nature, coupled with my creative and imaginative spirit,...
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Carissa A.'s Photo

Arcata, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Carissa and I love to be around kids. I have seven nieces and nephews I helped take care of and watch when I used to live in Fresno and was the go to babysitter for family friends and neighbors when I was growing up. I have 7 years of experience and I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I've been a professional...
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Hi! I'm Sandra! As Children Develop Daily It's My Job To Support/care While Allowing Them To Be Them

Arcata, CA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I've been working to get my degree in Child Development since 2022. Ive completed 20+ units pertaining to child development and/or education that gave me so much insight on what children are experiencing developmentally and how I can use my knowledge to successfully assist children in my care. Through my time in college I also...
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Karen B.'s Photo

Arcata, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
I'm a mother and grandmother with a deep passion for childcare and healthy living. I hold a degree in nutrition & I emphasize mindfulness daily. For 4 years, I taught 2-year-olds in a Montessori environment in Kansas, gaining valuable knowledge in early childhood development. I recently cared for a 1-year-old boy while the...
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Joy M.'s Photo

Arcata, CA

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$28/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
Hello, My name is Joy. I have had much experience with caregiving throughout the years. I love to get outdoors, doing art projects, and help with daily routines. I currently work as a caregiver, and would like to add babysitting to my schedule on a regular basis. I cannot offer my car for transportation needs. Hope to be in...
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Creative And Engaging Babysitter

Arcata, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Oath and I have been taking care of children for close to a decade with most of that being volunteer work. I have a creative and intellectual mind that will provide your child with valuable information. I am also more than willing to help with any homework that your child may have. Thank you for considering me!
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Taylor P.'s Photo

Arcata, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Being a positive influence in young people's lives is an adventure. My journey into childcare began with positive babysitting experiences and a desire to positively impact children's lives. With multiple years of experience caring for children, I've honed my patient, creative, and friendly approach. I'm comfortable caring for...
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Seeking An Awesome Family Searching For An Honest And Reliable Nanny!

Eureka, CA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I'm a hard working, honest, & reliable person seeking a family to establish a connection with! Based on previous experiences, I have found that respect & communication are essential for a successful nanny-family relationship. I have a variety of experience caring for children ranging from infants to kids 6+ years, frequently...

Natasha F. says "Anna makes me feel that my child is safe with her. She has a firm yet sweet and humorous approach to my son, which matches my son's character really...

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Date Night Babysitter

Eureka, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Clara and I am currently seeking part-time and date-night babysitting opportunities in the Eureka area. I have 8+ years of babysitting experience and 2 years of tutoring experience. My experience babysitting has mostly been younger children (3 mos. - 5 yrs.) but I am excited to gain more experience with older...

Yvonne O. says "Very reliable. I would highly recommend her and plan on hiring her again."

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Addisyn B.'s Photo

Eureka, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Nurturing young minds is my passion, sparked by years of positive babysitting experiences. For the past three years, I've dedicated myself to providing attentive care for children aged newborn to 11. I believe in fostering growth through creative play, from outdoor sports to engaging board games and educational activities. My...
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Casey D.'s Photo

Eureka, CA

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$23/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, My name is Casey. I love working with kids and helping them learn and grow! I have experience working with kids as a former preschool teacher (6 years), and as a momma of 2 (2 & 5 years old). My mom and grandma had a daycare center/preschool my whole life, so I grew up helping them out at their preschool. I also have...
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Destry H.'s Photo

Eureka, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Destry. I am 18 and have 7 younger siblings (ages 1-13) that I babysit and care for frequently. I am able to help with play and downtime, feeding meals, transportation, and tutoring. I graduated from high school with honors taking nearly all AP and college courses and am attending university in the fall. I can care for...
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Destiny D.'s Photo

Eureka, CA

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$22/hr
8 years experience
Hi! My name is Destiny and I'm a caring, reliable nanny/sitter with 8 years of experience caring for children from 10 months to 15 years old. I focus on creating a safe, structured, and fun environment where children feel supported and encouraged to grow. I'm very hands-on, whether it be doing a new craft with the kiddos,...
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Brigit F.'s Photo

McKinleyville, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a 46-year-old mother of two grown sons who has worked in child care most of my life. I started as a daycare helper at 12 years old, spent my teens babysitting, have worked as a nanny, mothers helper and as an in home care provider for severely disabled children who are wards of the state. Most recently I spent 10 years...
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  • 37 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated infant babysitters is 5.0

Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Arcata, CA

Infant Babysitters in Arcata, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 37 listed infant babysitters

Isabel S.

We feel very lucky to have found Isabel. Our daughter adores her and looks forward to their time together. Isabel is a professional...she is...

- Eileen S.

Anna A.

Anna makes me feel that my child is safe with her. She has a firm yet sweet and humorous approach to my son, which matches my son's...

- Natasha F.

Clara R.

Very reliable. I would highly recommend her and plan on hiring her again.

- Yvonne O.

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Arcata, CA

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in California, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Arcata have rates starting at $21.15.
To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 13 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
There are 13 infant babysitters near you in Arcata, CA. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.

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