Find Infant Babysitters in Santa Barbara, CA
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186 infant babysitters are listed in Santa Barbara, CA
The average rate is $22/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 6 years
Infant babysitters in Santa Barbara, CA
I have been in the childcare business for about 6 years. I love working with kids and seeing them grow during the time I am with them. As a sitter, I love to not only interact and play with the kids, I love to help out the parents a little by cleaning up/doing the dishes/picking up. When I was a kid, I loved when my babysitter...
Mckenna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for over 16 years! Currently, I am a teacher with GUSD - a job I absolutely adore. I love kids energy and enthusiasm, which is why I continue to work with kids. My experience includes: teaching, baby-sitting, teaching dance classes, working at the YMCA summer camp, directing after school care...
Teisha can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Lauren W.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Lauren! I have a good amount of experience with baby sitting, I used to babysit my neighbor's kids back when I was in high school and I loved it. I love kids and think babysitting is such a great job. I am currently a third year at SBCC pursing nursing and I only have to attend class on Mondays so my schedule is super...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! If anyone is looking for a part-time nanny, I'm a local college student with extensive experience looking to babysit/nanny this fall.
-4+ years nannying experience (ages infant-elementary school)
-Summer camp counselor/childcare (ages infant-kindergarten)
-Infant training
-CPR Certified
-Cooking, cleaning, pet care
-Working...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Grace not only engages with our kids but she also cleans up after playtime. Whenever she babysits our 4 & 8 yr olds don't want her to leave and we come home to clean house! She is a great communicator and is reliable. I highly recommend her. She's truly a special...
Alexis W.
Fernanda H.
Santa Barbara, CA
$22-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have been Babysitting since I was 15 as a real job. I've taken care of children of all ages newborn-13 years old.
Fernanda can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hello, my name is Grace!
I am a young Interior Designer from Colorado, looking to offer part-time nanny or babysitting services!
I have previously worked as a daycare assistant at an in-home daycare where I took care of up to 12 children ranging in age from 0 to 12 years. During my time there, I learned the basics of childcare...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Erin W.
Santa Barbara, CA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Caretaker Looking For A Full Time Opportunity
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm a trustworthy, reliable, patient, vigilant regarding safety, nurturing, punctual, enthusiastic, and I adore working with children. Over a decade of experience being a caregiver I take the role with great responsibility and pride. I have a lot of experience helping babies and toddlers. I encourage personal growth and...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We loved having Erin look after our two boys, ages 1 and 4, for almost a year. She is so kind, patient, reliable and trustworthy. They always had lots of fun together and she is very creative with play. I felt completely confident with them in her hands. We loved...
Katherine W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Mia, and I am 22 years old. I hold a BA in Psychology from Westmont College with a focus on child development. I work as a full-time nanny for high-profile and UHNW families in the area, so I understand the importance of confidentiality. My favorite environments to engage with kids are in nature, the kitchen,...
Jamia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mia was absolutely AMAZING with our 2 year old daughter. She took her to new parks and activities everyday, and was engaging, patient, and dependable. She constantly came up with new and creative ways to play and interact with my daughter. I never worried about my...
Nick S.
I have a long history of working with children: infants, toddlers, preschoolers. I have Early Childhood Education certificates I have a warm personality and enjoy caring about kids. I am professional about using books, songs, and rhymes for future literacy. I enjoy a healthy way of life: yoga, swimming, Pilates, and healthy...
Irina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Irina took loving care of our son from the age of 3 months until 16 months. During that time, she grew to be like family.
Irina is beyond reliable, consistent, and nurturing. She never missed a day and even showed up early. She has great experience spanning...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I am a senior at Bowdoin College, at home for break from December 22-January 18th. I am double majoring in French and Africana Studies with a minor in Music. After nine years of French classes and five months living in Bordeaux as a part of a language immersion program, I am fluent in French and could teach some French basics to...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah is extremely competent and mature. She is personable and interested in children, so they feel listened to, but is firm with needed. Kids had a lot of fun with her!"
Erik T.
Hi! My name is Savannah. and I am a college student currently attending Santa Barbara City College, where I am majoring in Early Childhood Education. I have six (going on seven) years of child care experience, which began as a part-time babysitting job for a 7-month-old baby. I ended up watching her up until she was 5 years old,...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Stella H.
Santa Barbara, CA
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Stella, and I've been providing childcare to families for almost 10 years. I have always loved spending time with kids and began babysitting for family friends when I was 14. Most of my experience has been taking care of infants and toddlers, but I have worked with kids of all ages, ranging from a couple of months old...
Stella can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stella is a super awesome human who LOVES kids and it shows. she knows just what to do in ever situation with complete calm, enthusiasm and good cheer. she always has great ideas for good fun and is totally reliable. my girls and i think she is the BEST!"
shelly A.
Hello I am Zephyr, I am a student at Santa Barbara City College, studying as a business administration major. I have babysat for over five families all of which were family friends. I have over 2 years of experience babysitting, I have been babysitting children between the ages of 4 and 12 since I was 16 years old (just over two...
Zephyr can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Shayne M.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
With over a decade of childcare experience, I am a highly trusted, adaptable problem-solver with excellent time management skills. My ability to communicate effectively, strong interpersonal and negotiation capabilities, and swift learning of organizational and technical knowledge make me an ideal candidate. I hold a B. S. in...
Shayne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a 25-year-old female living in Santa Barbara. I went to college in San Diego and got my bachelors of science in public health. While I was in college, I would occasionally take on baby sitting jobs. I find so much joy working with kids and being able to take care of them. I definitely consider myself a good role model...
Kiana E.
Santa Barbara, CA
$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Kiana, I'm originally from the east coast and moved to California for college. I have at least 3 years of nannying and babysitting experience, from infants to preteens. I am majoring in Early Education and just looking to make a little money while doing what I love, hanging out with kiddos!
Kiana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I just moved to Santa Barbara from San Francisco and am looking for a nanny or tutor-homeschooling position. I have over 10 years of experience working with newborns and children up to age 14. I love working with kids and am truly an expert at what I do. While living in the Bay Area I worked with over 100 families; many of which...
Ayrris can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Annalyse C.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello all my name is Annalyse! I am an experienced babysitter, I have siblings ages 2, 13, and 14 who I often help take care of, and I was a gymnastics coach for a year. I am very passionate about child care, because growing up I had a lot of sitters who had impacted my life in such a positive way and I would love the...
Annalyse can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Karen H.
Santa Barbara, CA
$22-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Responsible Bilingual Nanny Encouraging Creative Learning
I have 4 years of experience, 1-3 children at the time, ages newborn-11yrs. Fully bilingual (English and Spanish), fluent in writing, reading and speaking. I do not have any pets, but I enjoy being around them. I am very active, and enjoy any sport.
I graduated from Dos Pueblos High School, and later completed a transfer...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Hey there! I'm Amalie, a 25-year-old Santa Barbara native turned LA adventurer. With a 2 younger siblings, I've been babysitting in some form or another since 10 years old. In addition to this, I have spent many years off an on as a camp counselor and volunteering as a teaching assistant.
Fast forward to today, and I've honed...
Amalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Santa Barbara, CA
Grace W.
5.0
Fun and responsible! Has lots of energy and kids loved her. She was also on time and easy to communicate with. Would hire Grace again!
- Care member
Erin W.
5.0
We loved having Erin look after our two boys, ages 1 and 4, for almost a year. She is so kind, patient, reliable and trustworthy. They always had lots of fun together and she is very creative with play. I felt completely confident with them in her hands. We loved having her as part of our family and...
- Katherine W.
Jamia S.
5.0
Mia was absolutely AMAZING with our 2 year old daughter. She took her to new parks and activities everyday, and was engaging, patient, and dependable. She constantly came up with new and creative ways to play and interact with my daughter. I never worried about my daughter when she was with her. Mia...
- Nick S.
Irina T.
5.0
Irina took loving care of our son from the age of 3 months until 16 months. During that time, she grew to be like family.
Irina is beyond reliable, consistent, and nurturing. She never missed a day and even showed up early. She has great experience spanning in-home nannying and daycare settings,...
- Care member
Hannah J.
5.0
Hannah is an incredibly kind, fun, responsible, and caring person. She is amazing with kids. She knows how to be goofy and have fun with kids, but then she is also able to be disciplinary in a kind manner if necessary. Hannah is not afraid to fully embrace her inner child if that means making your...
- Gabrielle M.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Santa Barbara, CA
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Santa Barbara, CA in June, 2024?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in California, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Santa Barbara have rates starting at $22.51.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
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 186 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
There are 186 infant babysitters near you in Santa Barbara, 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.
Ratings for Santa Barbara, CA infant babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Infant Babysitters in Santa Barbara, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 90 reviews of the 186 listed infant babysitters.