Find infant babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA that you’ll love

158 infant babysitters are listed in Santa Cruz, CA

The average rate is $22/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 6 years

Infant babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA

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Kira B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$28-40/hr8 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver For Your Infant Or Baby

My name is Kira. I'm 27 years old and from Santa Cruz California. I offer childcare for infants and babies. I love immersing myself in the world of natural pregnancy and birth, and the importance of compassionate and intuitive caretaking for infants and babies is my passion. I have over 2 years recent full time experience with...
Kira can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Melissa Z.


Santa Cruz, CA

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Infant And Toddler Nanny And Mom

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a nanny for over 18 years but my experience in childcare started many years before, first as a babysitter in the evenings, over summer break, and on weekends, then later as a full time nanny. My skills as a multi-tasker and self starter include organizing, tidying, food preparation, cooking, and childcare...
Melissa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Melissa works for our family part-time. She is an incredible member of our team and has over 10 years of nanny experience. She has never been late and has tons of advice and tips for first-time moms. I'd give her 6 stars if it was an option.

Liz F.

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Bailey W.


Santa Cruz, CA

$28/hr5 yrs exp

Bailey W.

I'd describe my personality as caring, mindful, responsible I like working with kids because they are creative and optimistic! I'm looking for a job that will be reliable and a great family to work with I started working with kids when I was young, one of my first jobs was a babysitter when I was in 5th grade and I even...
Bailey can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, outgoing, friendly I like working with kids because I like to see the world through the lens of kids I'm looking for a job that is rewarding I started working with kids when I was 16 In my spare time, I like to go running, to the gym and exercise my dog.
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Maggie R.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Friendly Sitter

Coming from a large family, there was always an aunt or uncle tossing a baby into my arms. They got away with it because I loved it! Having 7 cousins younger than me has shaped me into the caretaker I am today. I completely enjoyed my experience working for the University of Reno, NV daycare where I mainly focused on 3-5...
Maggie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Maggie has take care of all 3 of my boys from infant to now. She is very trustworthy, always on time, and so much FUN for my boys. They absolutely love her. She has even created her own projects with them to keep them off the screens. Over the years we have...

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Mac C.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Fun Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Mac. I have nannied/babysat for many families over the past 15 years. I have cared for children ranging in age from newborns to 13-year-olds. While I typically work with three to four kids at a time, I have taken care of up to 12 children on my own and am happy and prepared to work with any age and number...
Mac can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel

Recent review:

5.0
We hired Mac to look after our 8 month old son while we were on a week long holiday in Aptos. Mac helped us out on short notice over a few days and evenings and was gracious and flexible with our timings which was very much appreciated. She is a natural with...

Viviana C.

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Sheila G.


Santa Cruz, CA

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Background In Babies And Children

Eldest sister in family of 7 children; 2nd oldest. Baby and child care since childhood. I babysat throughout junior high while keeping great grades. I have raised 2 of my own with their loving father. They are in their 20's now. I helped young mothers training in capoeira by holding their newborns and toddlers during evening...
Sheila can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
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Michelle V.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Kind & Reliable Sitter

Hi! My name is Michelle. I have 10 years of experience in taking care of little kids and babies as young as newborns. I can help with light housekeeping, cooking/meal preparation, great supervision, some school tutoring, teaching Spanish, and doing crafts to keep kids happy, fun, and busy. I'm a psychology major soon to be a...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning
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Clarissa H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher During The Day And A Big Kid All Day Long

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! :) I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I work M-F from 8-5 as a preschool teacher and I am looking for another part time job at what I love to do the most: hanging out and learning from our young adults. I can help with errands and I have a car. Availability: Weeknights and weekends. (CPR and...
Clarissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Clarissa was a wonderful sitter! She and her partner, Jessica, watched our group of 5 kids, ages 1-7, while we went to a wedding. They sent us updates throughout the night of all of the kids having a great time, and got all kids fed, bathed, and in bed with no...

Chloe R.

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Emily C.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I have my license & own a car. Need me to walk your fur babies? Would love to do that too.
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning
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Leeanne O.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-31/hr4 yrs exp

Baby Sitter

I have 4 years of experience. I personally have a 6 and 9-year-old sisters and have helped watch them their entire lives. I love being around kids and helping hard-working parents with the day to day life. I love organization, cooking, baking, and doing fun activities such as going on walks, going to the beach, and playing...
Leeanne can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jordyn S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$23-50/hr3 yrs exp

Fun, High Energy Nanny Looking For A Westside Family!

Hi there! I'm a nanny looking for a Westside family to provide childcare to. I have current and past experience nannying, working as an Infant TA, a Preschool TA, and years of babysitting, along with stellar references! I love long stroller walks to the beach, playing at the park, and setting up sensory activities for your...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jodie H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have been babysitting since High school. Took a break for school and with other jobs but I love kids. I have baby sat 3 boys for one family for 3 years and for another family that had 1 girl and 2 boys. I love cooking, watching movies, playing games, coloring. I have my own car so that helps too.
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Abby S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Abby and I nannied throughout college in Santa Cruz with a few different families (children ages 0-12), and worked with one family for over four years. I primarily worked with the baby, who I met when he was 10 weeks old! He recently turned 5. I moved to San Francisco in 2022, and have baby sat a few times...
Abby can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Arely G.


Santa Cruz, CA

$19-50/hr2 yrs exp

Hey, I am 19 years old and a college student. I love to work with kids and have 2 years of experience with babysitting. I mostly work with infants and toddlers bur willing to work with babies. I follow instructions pretty well and learn fast. I hope that you have a nice day I'd describe my personality as outgoing, respectful,...
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Laura E.


Santa Cruz, CA

$51/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter, Pet Sitter, Personal Assistant And House Sitter Available Part Time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am available for the occasional evening, and am not looking for part or full time caregiving. I am an experienced caregiver, trusted driver for providing "kiddo taxi" transport, tiny house owner and student going back to school in 2020. From watching infants starting when I was 12, I have cared for all ages, toddlers up to...
Laura can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
My twin 3 year old girls loved Laura!!! We used her a ton and even for a few overnights

Laura S.

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Hannah B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Attentive Sitter

Hello! I'm Hannah - a 30-year-old education and environmental professional in Santa Cruz. I graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2015 with a degree in Spanish and human rights. After college I taught English as a second language at a charter school in San Jose, then worked as a naturalist at an outdoor school for two...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ana C.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-39/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My care-giving experience consists of babysitting my niece and nephew as well as many family friends' babies. I love children and enjoy working with many at a time. I am very patient with children and I work well under pressure. I live in Santa Cruz, CA, where I finished my degree in Human Biology. I plan on becoming a nurse and...
Ana can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Megan T.


Santa Cruz, CA

$36/hr3 yrs exp

Young, Responsible, And Outgoing Sitter Looking For A Consistent Sitter Situation!

Hello there! My name is Megan and I am seeking a full time nanny position in Portland/Lake Oswego when I move there in June of 2024! I have consecutively worked in childcare for the past two years, and have many babysitting and other childcare experiences prior to then also! I worked as a teachers aide for a year and a half...
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Ashley M.


Santa Cruz, CA

$21-26/hr4 yrs exp

Caring, Compassionate, And Professional Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Ashley I am a 21-year-old college student studying child education. I am currently on summer break and looking for a summer job! I have always felt I've had a niche for kids so I've explored that through various professional environments. I have worked as a private nanny with various families, at summer camps, in...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Santa Cruz, CA

Melissa Z.

5.0

Melissa works for our family part-time. She is an incredible member of our team and has over 10 years of nanny experience. She has never been late and has tons of advice and tips for first-time moms. I'd give her 6 stars if it was an option.

- Liz F.

Maggie R.

5.0

Maggie has take care of all 3 of my boys from infant to now. She is very trustworthy, always on time, and so much FUN for my boys. They absolutely love her. She has even created her own projects with them to keep them off the screens. Over the years we have used her FT and PT. She has cleaned...

- Care member

Mac C.

5.0

We hired Mac to look after our 8 month old son while we were on a week long holiday in Aptos. Mac helped us out on short notice over a few days and evenings and was gracious and flexible with our timings which was very much appreciated. She is a natural with babies, I felt quickly at ease as she...

- Viviana C.

Clarissa H.

5.0

Clarissa was a wonderful sitter! She and her partner, Jessica, watched our group of 5 kids, ages 1-7, while we went to a wedding. They sent us updates throughout the night of all of the kids having a great time, and got all kids fed, bathed, and in bed with no issues. We were so thrilled to be able...

- Chloe R.

Laura E.

5.0

My twin 3 year old girls loved Laura!!! We used her a ton and even for a few overnights

- Laura S.

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Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA infant babysitters listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Infant Babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 72 reviews of the 158 listed infant babysitters.