Find Overnight Babysitters in Aptos, CA

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Experienced Babysitter/tutor (All Ages & Special Needs).

Aptos, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
Hello, I have babysat children since I was 12 years old all the way through my college years. I am wonderful around kids; with babysitting, I have experience with babies as young as 6 months to high school age. I have even worked with a few school districts tutoring special needs kids (aged 5 through college) and am ABA trained...

Danielle W. says "My girls really enjoyed their evening with Nicole."

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Story B.'s Photo

Aptos, CA

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$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there! My name is Story and I'm 20. I'm Pediatric First Aid CPR/AED certified, and I have 7 years of experience with taking care of infants to older children. I'm an occasional babysitter because I do work another job. If you're looking for more occasional work or last minute/late night babysitter I'd be happy to help! I...
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Mary, College Student, Loves Kids

Scotts Valley, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Mary , and I'm a middle school teacher living in Scotts Valley. I graduated from North Park University in May with a degree in Secondary Education and English Literature. I also have a year of experience working as a nanny. I'm responsible, caring, and love working with kids of all ages! I'd love to help your...
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Babysitter/nanny/teaching Assistant

Santa Cruz, CA

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
I have years of experience in childcare from teaching to overnight camp counselor! I love having a hands on approach to childcare and I am capable + more than happy to teach children in the art of acting, dance, art, and more. I also love to help out with any schoolwork they are struggling with. I approach children with patience...
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Corrina S.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$19/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Corrina, I have been babysitting since I was 12 and have experience with ages 10m-12 y/0. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in sociology and psychology, and have two years of experience as a registered behavioral technician, currently working as a school aide. I have a total of four years experience working...
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Experienced, Warm & Reliable Babysitter!

Soquel, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hey there families! My name is Selena, I'm 23 years old, and I have over 4, 000 hours of childcare experience with children from newborns to 14 years old. I truly love what I do. I have experience creating calm and structured routines for mornings, afternoons, and bedtime, helping with schoolwork, doing creative crafts,...
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Briana W.'s Photo

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Briana and I have been a childcare provider for 7 years. I'm a very friendly and respectful person. You can always expect me to be professional and punctual. Being around children and helping them has always been my passion. I love interacting with children by going to local parks and taking walks, crafts and...

Care Member says "It has been such a joy having Briana as our reoccurring babysitter for my three children. She is very professional, punctual, and absolutely wonderful...

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Yesim Y.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi there, my name is Yesim! I am currently going to grad school, studying to be a Marriage and Family therapist, and working part-time as a Registered Behavior Technician. I have years of experience working with kids of all ages, and I have specific experience with children with developmental disabilities and Type 1 Diabetes. I...

Lindy Y. says "Yesim is a wonderful young person who will give 100% and more to any family or employer. Yesim is kind, responsible, intelligent and hard working with a...

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Kind-Hearted, Loving, Fun & Present Family Helper!

Santa Cruz, CA

4.5(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
CURRENT AVAILABILITY AS OF SEPTEMBER 1st 2026: Monday-Friday 12:00PM-6:00 p.m. (with morning, evening and weekend flexibility for the right fit) Hi Everyone! My name is Jewell and I just graduated from Cuesta College in San Luis Obispo as an Art History major. Before that my major was Early Childhood Education so I have...

Austin G. says "Jewell is an amazing babysitter. She helped our family so much and my kids loved her. She was professional, attentive, caring and warm. She picked up from...

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Candi W.'s Photo

Nanny Child Care Daily - Part Time / Elder-Senior Care FT PT

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I have already raised my two boys in the Bay Area and have cared for children for over 25 years. I was known as the "neighborhood mom" in my town in the East Bay. My door was always open and my house was the afternoon and Friday night gathering place for neighborhood kids to eat snacks, hang out, swim, play games. I have a very...

Susie H. says "I can't express how amazing Candi is as a babysitter! My kids LOVED her and they still write her letters and she writes them back because we moved away...

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Part-Time Babysitter

San Jose, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
Hi! I'm a California-licensed Speech-Language Pathology Assistant with a bachelor's degree in Speech & Hearing Science and a background in child development. I genuinely enjoy working with children, creating a fun, & comfortable environment where they can be themselves. Professionally, I've mainly worked with children on the...
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San Jose, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello! I'm Layla, a dependable and experienced babysitter with 4 years of paid childcare experience working with infants and children of all ages. I'm passionate about creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and thrive. Whether it's helping with routines, planning engaging activities, or...
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Chanze B.'s Photo

San Jose, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello My name is Chanze and I have professionally nannied for about 6 years now, but my experience is closer to 10. I started babysitting in high school and made my way through college as a nanny. I love to be the fun one who gets to do arts and crafts and read stories and play. I am looking to find a family who needs me on...
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Patient And Fun Loving Sitter :~)

Santa Cruz, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi, all! Im a recent UCSC art grad looking for some part time child care work in the Santa Cruz area. I first began working with children in my teens as a summer camp volunteer; for infamous local camp Later, in high school, I was a part of a volunteer program that worked directly with the neighboring English learning preschool...
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Fiona H.'s Photo

Los Gatos, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
Hello, I'm Fiona and I just graduated from UCLA. I'm back home in Los Gatos while transitioning to post grad life. I'm available to babysit weeknights and all day weekends. I love working with kids and have spent my past 3 summers working at a residential summer camp in New Hampshire. I've also worked as a lifeguard since high...
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Hello! Nanny Seeking New Family

Boulder Creek, CA

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$30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello all! I maintain regular CPR certification and have 14 years of paid childcare experience. This experience has consisted of full time nannying, occasional babysitting, mother's helper roles, over night stays and even support to families as a birth doula. Most of my experience is with children 0-3. I have experience with...
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Sofia A.'s Photo

San Jose, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi parents, my name is Sofia! I'm a stay-at-home mama to a sweet toddler with 17 years of childcare experience. I offer warm, reliable babysitting with a flexible schedule in my cozy, family-centered home in the Magic Sands area of South San Jose. I provide care in my home, where kids enjoy play-based days full of love,...
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Jordyn S.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$28/hr
5 years experience
Hi there :) I've been working with infants and toddlers as a full-time nanny (with a year of daycare experience as well!) for the past 5 years on the Westside! I love playdates at the park, reading books, taking walks, and setting up sensory activities for your kiddo! I thrive with babies, and have plenty of knowledge on sleep...
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Eve O.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi there! My name is Eve and I have recently moved back to Santa Cruz for a new job position. I work as a program manager at a nonprofit focused on advancing substance use treatment and harm reduction. I graduated from UCSC in 2018 with my BS in human biology, and then got my Masters in Public Health with a focus on Health...
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Tessa S.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Tessa, and I'm a Stanford student with extensive experience working with children as a babysitter, tutor, swim instructor, and lifeguard. I have worked as a babysitter for families with kids of various ages and love creating a fun and engaging environment, whether that's through outdoor play, arts and crafts, or...
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  • 46 overnight babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of September 2026

  • The average star rating for rated overnight babysitters is 5.0

Recent overnight babysitter reviews from local parents in Aptos, CA

Overnight Babysitters in Aptos, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 46 listed overnight babysitters

Nicole S.

My girls really enjoyed their evening with Nicole.

- Danielle W.

Briana W.

It has been such a joy having Briana as our reoccurring babysitter for my three children. She is very professional, punctual, and absolutely...

- Care member

Yesim Y.

Yesim is a wonderful young person who will give 100% and more to any family or employer. Yesim is kind, responsible, intelligent and hard...

- Lindy Y.

FAQs for finding an overnight babysitter near you in Aptos, CA

To find a trusted overnight babysitter in Aptos, CA, many parents compare caregiver profiles based on experience, reviews, availability, and past overnight care experience. Browsing options like babysitters near you or in-home babysitters can help narrow your search. Reading reviews from other families, conducting interviews, and discussing expectations in advance can help ensure the sitter is reliable. Many families also schedule a trial evening or shorter shift before committing to overnight care to build confidence and ensure a good fit.
Overnight babysitters in Aptos, CA typically start at $19.00, but total cost can vary depending on the number of children, hours needed, and the sitter’s experience. Some sitters charge an hourly rate for awake hours and a flat overnight fee once children are asleep. Reviewing resources like overnight babysitting rates or how much to charge for overnight babysitting can help you better understand pricing. Discussing the structure in advance helps avoid surprises and ensures expectations are clear.
An overnight babysitter in Aptos, CA remains responsible for the children throughout the night, even when they are asleep. This can include monitoring for wake-ups, handling nighttime routines, and responding to any needs or emergencies. Many sitters rest while children are sleeping but stay alert and available if needed, ensuring continuous supervision. If you’re unfamiliar with the role, you can learn more about what an overnight babysitter does.
Overnight babysitters in Aptos, CA may help with evening routines such as dinner, bath time, and bedtime, as well as morning routines depending on the schedule. Some also assist with light household tasks like cleaning up after meals or preparing breakfast. In some cases, families may also consider support roles like mother’s helpers for additional daytime assistance. Responsibilities can vary, so families often outline expectations clearly before the booking.
Families in Aptos, CA often hire overnight babysitters for occasions such as travel, work commitments, special events, or when consistent nighttime care is needed. Overnight care can also be helpful for parents with irregular schedules or those needing extended support beyond typical evening hours. Exploring different types of child care options can help determine if overnight care is the right fit.
Before an overnight babysitter arrives in Aptos, CA, parents often prepare important information such as emergency contacts, bedtime routines, allergies, and any special instructions. Providing clear guidance on schedules, house rules, and expectations helps ensure a smooth experience and allows the sitter to confidently care for your children throughout the night. Some families also review best practices for overnight care using guides like overnight babysitting planning resources.

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