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Nancy L.

Looking Forward To Spending Time With Your Child/children And Enriching Their Lives.

Santa Barbara, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi! I would love to assist you and your family. I have a great deal of experience with children in education, nannying and as a coach/parent. I love working with kids of all ages. As a parent, I know what I would look for in a caregiver, focused, hands on care with love and respect. I have adult children now, so I'd like to...
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Grace W.'s Photo

Nannying Or Babysitting

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 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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Brittney C.'s Photo

Responsible, Experienced Nanny

Santa Barbara, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. Live in, live out, babysitting, care taking and supporting newborns and postpartum mothers. I am active practicing mindfulness. I enjoy supporting my community, as we raise our children to explore life an learn to thrive from love and compassion. I am creative and love to play.
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Coral P.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Coral and I currently live in Santa Barbara California. I am a super self motivated and driven person. I obtained my real estate license a few months ago, and I am pursuing a career in real estate. While I am focused on building my career in that industry, I am also very passionate about working with children. I began...
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Jessie T.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 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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Full Time Babysitter Or Nanny

Santa Barbara, CA

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$51/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Greetings: I am very interested in your Nanny position. In 1986 I was hired as a live-in nanny for a family in New York. The two children were 4-month-old boy and 4 year girl. Two years later I moved to Montecito, California. My responsibilities for the next 7 years were to carefully help the children develop and grow. I worked...
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Karla C.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
20 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with two decades in the field, I've dedicated my career to supporting families and making a positive impact on children's lives. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and friendly nature, allows me to connect easily with children. I believe in open...
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Marley S.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Growing up my mom was a nanny so I have always been surrounded with children. With six years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to pre-tees, I bring a creative and friendly approach to childcare. My passion lies in fostering each child's growth through engaging activities. I enjoy playing outdoor...
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Rylee L.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hello my name is Rylee I am 22 years old I have been babysitting for over 6 years. I am a very positive, outgoing and active person. I have 8 younger brothers and sisters. My grandma also ran a day care in San Luis Obipso that I had volunteered at for many years. I have a clean driving record and experience taking kids to and...
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Energetic And Loving Nanny

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am the proud mother of two adult children and I was a nanny for numerous families in Santa Barbara, California for over 12 years! In 2021, I relocated to Tampa, Florida to be closer to my daughter and have been working with a wonderful family since then as their nanny and cook. However, the constant heat, humidity and...
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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
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Janira C.'s Photo

Warm, Nurturing And Professional Outdoorsy Nanny

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Janira and I am a NYC native. While living in NYC I worked as a tutor for grades K-12 and as a TA within the Public School System. Since moving to Santa Barbara in 2017, I have worked in a Montessori school community that taught me the importance of allowing the child to lead. As a nanny (and babysitter), I have...
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Mother Of A Teenager

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I moved to Santa Barbara from NYC during the pandemic. Really into all things out doors. Love children. I Was a live in nanny in my 20's in NY and loved the experience. I now have a wonderful 14-year-old son and would love to get a kid/baby fix whenever possible. I am organized, efficient, neat and playful. If you want someone...
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Kira L.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Kira, I am currently living in San Luis Obispo. I just moved here from Santa Barbara. I absolutely love children and have been a nanny for years! I love to be outside, surf, ski, mountain bike and camp! I love taking the kids I nanny to do anything outdoors, help with homework, help with pick up and carpool and...
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Full-time Or Part-time Nanny

Santa Barbara, CA

5.0(1)
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$32/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
Hi! My name is Jamie. I love working with children, especially babies and toddlers! Creating close, meaningful connections is very important to me, so working one-on-one with children and their families is a perfect fit. I have been caring for children for 20 years, including 8 years teaching preschool. I'm very responsible,...

Kevin F. says "For the past twenty-odd years Jamie has made caregiving her profession as well as her passion. My son and I have gotten to know her very well over the past...

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Mariah M.'s Photo

Santa Barbara, CA

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$33/hr
17 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 17 years of teaching experience. It started with assisting my mom's Daycare growing up. I taught at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel for five years. Then, I taught at Ojai Unified working one on one with a student that was severe on the special needs disability spectrum order. After that, I was with Goleta Unified as a Substitute...
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Loving Mom Of 2 Older Sons Is Here To Help. Come Home To Clean, Full, Happy Kids And A Tidy House

Santa Barbara, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a professional nanny, personal assistant and postpartum doula. I love nurturing children of all ages! I have had the privilege of working with over 47 families since COVID. Including working at the Miramar. I specialize in infants and children with special needs. My own sons are 21 and 24 years old. They went to Montecito...
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Taylor R.'s Photo

I Am 20 Years Old, I Am Studying Business At Ventura College And Plan On Transferring Soon!

Santa Barbara, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Taylor! I'm 22 years old. I've been nannying for 7 years now. I have experience with ages 6 mo - 12 years old. I'm currently living in Carpinteria.
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Chloe B.'s Photo

Carpinteria, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! I'm Chloe, a professional nanny with 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. I was born and raised in Ojai, CA, and now live in Carpinteria with my partner and our 12-year-old dog. I've worked across the U. S. and abroad, including a year in Israel and four years in Missouri, where I became a certified...

Grace T. says "Chloe was fantastic! We hired Chloe for a few nights out while on vacation and she made us feel very comfortable to leave our 8 month old. Chloe is very...

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Melissa T.'s Photo

Carpinteria, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Engaging . Nurturing . Creative. Active . OVI Hotel Beyond Basic Care Professional Nanny Go-to Babysitter Weekends, Date Nights, Last Minute, Hotel BA Child Development Montessori Method Cert Early Childhood Ed & Nutrition Art Therapy Children Cert CPR/FirstAid Red Cross Advanced Child Safety Training LiveScan Fingerprint &...
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  • 20 live-in nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.11/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated live-in nannies is 5.0

Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in Santa Barbara, CA

Live-in Nannies in Santa Barbara, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 20 listed live-in 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

Jessie T.

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...

- Jasmine D.

Nikole R.

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...

- Kathy T.

FAQs for finding a live-in nanny in Santa Barbara, CA

The cost of a live-in nanny varies greatly depending on factors like their years of experience and your location. The average rate for live-in nannies on Care.com near you in Santa Barbara, CA is $30.11 per hour.

Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 18 in Santa Barbara, CA. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare profiles by hourly pay rate and experience. You also have the ability to read reviews from other families.

All live-in nannies offer different services, like helping with homework or light housekeeping, so it’s important to ask them about what responsibilities they’re willing to take on when you interview them. The responsibilities you want them to commit to can greatly impact the cost of a live-in nanny. You can compare 18 live-in nanny profiles near you to get an idea of what responsibilities they feel comfortable tackling.

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