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Grace W.

Nannying Or Babysitting

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "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!"

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Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello!!! My name is Bertha, I'm a mom of two boys and I have been working with children since 2006. I hold an Early Childhood Education Associate. I work with ages, 0-10 years old. Most of my experience is with Infants and toddlers. I have childcare experience, working with a group of 4 Infants and toddlers at the time, meeting...

Leah W. says "Bertha watched our toddler while we were in town for a family wedding and she was absolutely wonderful. She was very kind and our daughter was happy to know...

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Experienced Nanny/ Babysitter

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi parents! I'm 25, born and raised here in Santa Barbara! I have 5+ years of professional experience working with kids. Within those years I have worked at a daycare, nannied for a few families, and babysit occasionally for others. I have great experience with all ages and with multiple kids! I am comfortable with infants,...

Zane O. says "We have had Karina watch our 17 month old on 3 occasions thus far. We have been VERY happy with her care! We always return home to a happy boy, enjoying...

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Great With Kids And Love To Have Fun!

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am a highly experienced and dedicated nanny with over four years of childcare experience working with multiple families in the Santa Barbara area. I bring a warm, friendly, and dependable presence to every family I work with, and have experience caring for children ranging from infants to early teens. My background also...

Jen C. says "Alyssa is awesome and all the kiddos love her. She is high energy, creative and so much fun! I highly recommend her to any family! You would be lucky to have...

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Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Aloha my name is Jessie and I live in Hilo. I graduated May 2025 from University of Hawai'I with my B. S. Degree in Marine Science. I am looking to pick up part time babysitting jobs or a Nannying gig if schedule fits. I have always loved kids and I enjoy sharing my passion of the outdoors with them and getting to connect with...

Jasmine D. says "Jessie is the most loving and caring nanny you'll ever find. Her affection and enthusiasm for your little ones will be obvious the moment you meet her....

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Part Time Best Friend

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I came from a pretty large family, so the reality is I started helping out with younger siblings and cousins right out the gate. The thing is I was always naturally good with kids and I really enjoyed it. Then when I got a little older I took some "working with children" classes, I became the go to neighborhood babysitter and...

Kathy T. says "Nikki has been w/ our family for over a year now, and she is a gem! The kids love her, and she integrated into our family easily. She has traveled with us,...

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Erin W.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm looking for a full-time caregiving position starting November 24, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. -4 p.m. I have over 10 years of experience caring for infants and toddlers and take great pride in my work. I'm CPR certified and happy to help with baby meal prep, laundry, and tidying play areas. Families can count on me to be...
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You Can Feel Good About Leaving Your Child(ren) With Me!

Santa Barbara, CA

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$28/hr
35 years experience
Hi! I'm a 53-year-old SB native whose greatest experience came from raising two beautiful young men on my own. I have some nursing experience, Early Childhood Education credits, I've been a Preschool Teacher and then owned my own in home daycare center for over 11 years. I have over 30 years experience, am CPR and First Aid...
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Nanny

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been a full time nanny for 11 years, and I LOVE what I do! Caring for children from infant to teen, helping run the household, cooking, grocery shopping, and cleaning are just of the few things that I am able to provide for your family.
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I am 25 years old and have been nannying for 7+ years now. I have ample experience with children ranging from 1m- 11yrs as well as experience nannying for a family of 4 children. I am committed to continuous growth and have been furthering my education towards this career (with the US Nanny Institute) and have received...
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Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi families! My name is Emily, I'm a nurturing and reliable childcare provider with over three years of experience of hands on experience working in schools with toddlers and young children. I hood 12 units of Early Childhood Education, am CRP certified and have worked with infants starting at 3 months old in Montessori schools,...
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Positive & Energetic Nanny

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Welcome Families! My name is Jenna. I have worked with children and families for over 15 years. I have worked as Nanny for various families in a full-time, part-time, temp, and on-call capacity. I have worked with newborns, infants, toddlers, preschool, elementary age, and preteens/teens. I also have experience with multiples...
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Nanny/Sitter With Car

Santa Barbara, CA

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Eve . I have been nannying/babysitting for 5 years now and have two little brothers who I have been watching for years now as well. I am CPR certified and Red Cross certified and am experienced with infant care. I am very crafty and I am very willing to provide safe and fun activities for your kids to do. I am...
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Ann S.

Santa Barbara, CA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a student at UCSB studying biology and chemistry. One thing you should know about me is I am fully CPR and first aid certified for all ages, including infants! As an oldest sibling and an experienced babysitter/nanny, I have lots of experience with kids of all ages. In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family...
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Crafty College Student With A Car!

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Kaia, I'm a dedicated and experienced nanny with over four years of childcare experience working with a variety of families in the Santa Barbara and San Diego area. I bring a calm, friendly, and dependable presence to every home, and have cared for children ranging from infants to early teens. I'm passionate...
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Experienced Babysitter/Nanny/Dog Sitter

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have extensive childcare experience with children newborn-4 years. I can provide excellent references. I love working with young infants and toddlers. I have a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with a B. A. in Psychology. I have studied child development and I'm passionate about positive growth. In my previous...
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Sporty Sitter

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I am thrilled to introduce myself as a highly experienced and qualified babysitter. With 6 years of experience babysitting/nannying a family of 4, and currently nannying a 2yr old, I have had the pleasure of caring for children of all ages. From infants to preteens, I have developed the skills and knowledge necessary to...
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Alyssa M.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, I have several years of experience working as a nanny, caring for children of various ages from infants to school-aged. My responsibilities have included creating daily routines, preparing healthy meals, assisting with homework, organizing educational and recreational activities, and ensuring a safe and supportive...
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Christina G.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi Families! I'm a student at Santa Barbara City College and taking a gap semester after studying abroad in London and Paris this past semester. I am looking to fulfill any nanny needs your family may need! I have 5 years of experience of working with kids ranging from infants to special education. I have a passion for working...
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Heather B.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$10/hr
15 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Heather, and I'm a preschool teacher at a Reggio-inspired school here in Santa Barbara. I've been teaching for over 10 years and also have extensive experience as both a sitter and nanny for children of all ages-from infants to school-aged kids. I'm passionate about creating safe, playful, and meaningful...
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  • 40 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.53/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant nannies is 5.0

Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Santa Barbara, CA

Infant Nannies in Santa Barbara, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 40 listed infant nannies

Grace W.

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

Bertha A.

Bertha watched our toddler while we were in town for a family wedding and she was absolutely wonderful. She was very kind and our daughter...

- Leah W.

Karina S.

We have had Karina watch our 17 month old on 3 occasions thus far. We have been VERY happy with her care! We always return home to a happy...

- Zane O.

FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Santa Barbara, CA

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Santa Barbara, CA, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $26.53. This is just an average though, how much you need to spend on infant care will depend on where you live and if you want to hire an infant nanny during the day or overnight.

Nanny infant care can involve changing diapers, feeding the baby, and making sure all of their needs are met. The infant nanny responsibilities that your nanny takes on will depend on your family’s unique needs and what the nanny feels comfortable with. When searching for an infant nannies in Santa Barbara, CA, prepare a list of responsibilities you’re hoping to get help with so you can ask potential nannies if they can provide the support you need.

TNot sure how to find a good nanny for an infant? Look no further than Care.com, where you will find 32 infant nanny profiles near you in Santa Barbara, CA that you can check out. You can also read 20 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.

Want to learn more about how to interview a nanny for an infant? When interviewing potential infant nannies near you in Santa Barbara, CA, it can be helpful to write an infant nanny job description and to prepare a list of questions you have. For example, if in your job description you write that you need help with light housekeeping (like keeping the kitchen clean), you can add to your list of questions one about how comfortable they feel helping with housework.

We ask all Care.com infant nannies to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. For parents who want extra peace of mind, we strongly recommend doing your own research before you hire an infant nanny. Alongside running an independent background check, you can interview candidates and request references from other families they worked with in the past.

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