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Gianna A.

Go-To Sitter For ALL!

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a dependable, energetic, and caring babysitter with open availability this summer and a true love for kids (and pets, too!). I'm a nursing student and licensed cosmetologist with years of hands-on childcare experience. From family and neighbors to regular clients, I've always been the one people call when they need...

Rachel Y. says "I have hired Gigi for my two little ones! She is a true blessing to our family and my kids! My kids loved her from the moment they met her! She is a very...

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Larissa B.

Professional Nanny

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hii! I just relocated from San Diego and I'm looking for a part time/full time in Long Beach/OC area I have 5+ years of experience with kids. I started as a volunteer in an organization that has activities based on peace and human rights for teenagers (9-15). After that I worked in a daycare/preschool with kids from 6months to...

Victoria M. says "Larissa is absolutely the best! I have her over to help me around the house sometimes, especially when I'm out of town and need someone to house sit and...

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Shannon O.

PT Babysitter/Nanny Available

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Shannon, nice to meet you :) I have tons of experience. I've been a live in Nanny, Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny, Babysitter & I'm a single mom with a teen. I know what kids are like & what they need, I actually listen to them. I love kids & I'll treat your babies like they are my own. I don't mind sick kids or...

Care Member says "Shannon is wonderful! She was our regular, go-to babysitter for our little toddler for nearly a year, until we had to relocate. Our LO loved her and...

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Adela V.

Part-Time Caregiver To Children Of All Ages

Garden Grove, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I've babysat since 2007 various children of all ages. My duties included waking up routine from brushing teeth to breakfast, learning colors, days of the week, counting etc. Also, I provided swimming lessons for children between the age of 6 to 12. My mom is a preschool teacher, so my love for caring for children runs in the...

Debra S. says "Adele, showed up to interview on time, very personable, asked great questions during the interview. We are going to move forward and hire her as our...

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Andrea R.

Part-time Tutor, Driver And Babysitter

Fountain Valley, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have over 16 years of experience working with infants, toddlers, children and adolescents (not mentioning raising my own daughter, step grandchildren and granddaughter). I am a very caring, calm, patient, dependable, energetic, responsible, punctual and flexible person who loves children. I speak Portuguese, English and...

Geoffrey P. says "We absolutely adore Andrea. Whatever you can imagine you'd like in a babysitter and caregiver , Andrea fulfill the expectations and promise; she is...

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Olivia B.

Olivia

Westminster, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Hi, I lead a life focused on creating a positive atmosphere for both myself and those around me. I love teaching through art, nature and adventures. I would consider myself reserved, yet in the right environment my bubbly side shines through. I would consider myself a busy body so schedules and organization have always been a...

Care Member says "Olivia was our nanny for over a year and I would highly recommend her. She developed such a special bond with our toddlers and our family. She is...

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Joie B.

Experienced Babysitter With A Fun And Loving Heart.

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as energetic, silly and loving I like working with kids because it is a gift to support and love them. Love being a small part of their early life as they grow up and to help build a love foundation. I'm looking for a job that is flexible week to week, evening and weekends, as well school vacation...

Care Member says "I am so thankful to have found Joie. She’s so great with my 9 month old daughter and is so attentive and patient. I would recommend her to everyone ❤️"

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Samantha B.

Part-time Caregiver, Babysitter

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello everyone! I'm Sam, I recently transferred to UCLA from Santa Barbara City College. I started babysitting when I was 13, and I've loved it ever since! I had several families I regularly sat for while I was in junior high/high school, and I volunteered as a camp counselor for most of my summers during high school as well. I...

Cara B. says "Sam has been such a gift to our family. She cared for my daughter from the ages of 1-3 years old. Sam was the babysitter/nanny we always dreamed of. Our...

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Ella S.

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Ella! I am an incoming senior at Chapman University, and am majoring in Community Education Studies, with a double minor in Disability Studies and Leadership! I am 20 years old, and from Bothell, Washington. I have had many years of experience with kids, and I am looking for a part time babysitting job over the...

Care Member says "Ella was prompt, professional, and friendly. Our 4-year old son immediately took to her and we had no problems having her put him to bed for the night....

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Carrie F.

Experienced Babysitter, Experience With Special Needs, Avalible For After School Car

Santa Ana, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Carrie. I am a part time preschool teacher aid for students with autism. I'm looking to expand my knowledge that I have acquired over 10 years of working in the preschool and care for kids outside of school. I have been a nanny for the past 5 years on top of working at the school. I specialize at managing...

Alicia L. says "Carrie was an amazing nanny to my two children ages 3 & 1. She did arts & crafts, took them to the beach, and just had fun with them. Carrie's experience...

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Eva P.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Tustin, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have approximately 18 years of experience taking care of kids from newborn infants to 6-year-old children. I am a Christian, and I have taken care of kids in a classroom environment as well as working with individual families. I have available references for the families I have worked with in the past. I love to work with kids...

Tamana H. says "My experience with her over the past year has been one that I will always be fond of. Eva was not just our son's nanny., she became my friend. She is...

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Ana A.

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I having been working as a nanny for 12 + years. I have great references and I'm more than happy to provide as needed. I have been taking care of kids with ages 3 months to 13-year-old. Daily activities are: playing, homework, taking to parks, pickup and drop off at school and etc.. I'm flexible to either a full or part time,...

Care Member says "Anna helped us with our 21 month old baby for a few weeks and did a very good job. She is punctual, kind, respectful and caring. She was always on time...

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Evangelina F.

Full-Time or Part-Time Nanny Available

Tustin, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
My name is Evangelina and I have come a long way from that little town in southern Mexico were I was born. I come from a large family of 10 siblings and I was the second youngest. I was encouraged by one of my older brothers to come to America and live out the American dream. I left everything behind and came to seek a better...

Lauren D. says "Eva has been a wonderful nanny for the past 3 years and we consider her part of our family! She started caring for our son in November 2018 when he was...

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Candelaria F.

Garden Grove, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
My name is Candelaria ( Candy ) I'm looking for a part time or full time job. I been working as a nanny or babysitter for more than 30 years in Orange County, I had worked for different families (5-7) years at the time. I'm 54 years old, a mother of two grownup girls. I enjoy taking care of kids, I like to take them to the park...

Heather C. says "We absolutely love Candy! She looked after our son for a year since my son was 4 months old. My son would light up whenever he saw her! She is extremely...

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Aline S.

Part Time/ Date Night

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Aline, 32 years old. I am available on mondays and date nights after 6:30 p.m. depending where do you live. I can describe myself flexible , fun , energetic and very responsible person. I have years of experience with kids. I love to spend time coloring , dancing , singing and playing games, for date nights I could...

Joseph Z. says "I would very much recommend Aline service to anyone looking for a great nanny .She is a hardworking ,and a person with great energy also with very...

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Gulsima N.

Tustin, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
My name is Gulsima. I raised three kids of my own and have a lot of experience with babies and kids from the newborn's first bath to toddlers and teens. I have had the pleasure to be a part of many wonderful families as a nanny. My responsibilities in most my nanny career includes light housekeeping relevant to babies, drop offs...

Nabila H. says "Gulsima is the sweetest, most caring nanny I have come.across, and took care of me like I was her daughter, and instantly connected with my baby and took...

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Ruby H.

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi! I'm a college student attending UCSB and coming home to Orange for the summer looking to babysit and/or tutor. Working with kids is never a boring job and I would love to be a part of your child's growth and success! I have 2 years of babysitting experience as well as experience teaching dance to children 5-17 dance. I am...

Allison A. says "Ruby was an absolutely wonderful summertime addition to our family. She is professional, responsible, and an engaging, positive influence on my 6 yo son....

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Carmen M.

Full/Part-Time Baby Sitter

Tustin, CA

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Carmen and I am 53 years old. I am a mother of three boys ages 33, 25, and 21. My former work experience was working with 4-month-old and his new born little brother who came 2 years after. Now there 8yrs and 6yrs my nanny duties have expired. I still work with the family on call. Referral upon requests. I...

Meghan T. says "I interviewed Carmen but ended up hiring a referral from a close friend. She was very sweet and well prepared for the interview. She has great experience...

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Sarah B.

Compassionate And Genuine Personal Assistant, House Manager, And/or Nanny

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello and thank you for taking the time to read a little bit about me! I am a wife (just got married!) of a police officer and step-mommy to a 3-year-old beautiful girl. I am currently also working full time (M-F, 9-5) as an Executive Personal Assistant to a CEO of a healthcare company in Orange County. Additionally, I have...

Sarah F. says "Sarah has been a great date night sitter for our little girl H! H LOVES her and she is very reliable and responsible. We feel safe and can enjoy our night...

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Emily H.

About Me, Emily!

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello Orange County! My name is Emily. I am a returning college student in search of local loving families to join. As a former behavior technician and local nanny, I have years of diverse child and infant care experience. I have been working with children for nearly 10 years as a part-time nanny, tutor, lifeguard, and...

Megan Z. says "Emily was on time and super nice and communicative. Will definitely hire her again to babysit!"

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  • 60 part time babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.14/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated part time babysitters is 4.2

Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in Costa Mesa, CA

Part Time Babysitters in Costa Mesa, CA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed part time babysitters

Gianna A.

I have hired Gigi for my two little ones! She is a true blessing to our family and my kids! My kids loved her from the moment they met her!...

- Rachel Y.

Larissa B.

Larissa is absolutely the best! I have her over to help me around the house sometimes, especially when I'm out of town and need someone to...

- Victoria M.

Shannon O.

Shannon is wonderful! She was our regular, go-to babysitter for our little toddler for nearly a year, until we had to relocate. Our LO loved...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a part time babysitter near you in Costa Mesa, CA

You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in Costa Mesa, CA. While all babysitters on Care.com undergo an annual background check called a CareCheck, it’s best to do your own due diligence before hiring babysitters such as interviewing them, reviewing references, and running your own background check.

When a babysitter is needed part-time and you plan to work with them on a regular basis, you may want to interview a few different candidates. After setting up interviews near you in Costa Mesa, CA, you can ask each babysitter questions about their work style and experience and you can also introduce them to your children to see who they naturally click with.

How much babysitters are paid near you in Costa Mesa, CA depends on a wide variety of factors including how experienced the babysitter is, how many children require care, and the types of babysitting duties you want them to take on. Keeping all of that in mind, the average hourly rate for part-time babysitters in Costa Mesa, CA is $22.14.

If you’re looking for a part-time babysitter near you in Costa Mesa, CA, you can use Care.com to make your search easier. You can review the profiles of different part-time babysitters until you find one who has the experience you’re looking for and whose rates align with your budget.

Part-time babysitters near you in Costa Mesa, CA offer a variety of services, but most focus on providing short-term care for children. Usually you hire a part-time babysitter for one-off babysitting needs such as when you’re attending a child-free wedding or have an appointment you can’t bring your children to. Part-time babysitters can help with homework, light cooking, and keeping your child entertained while you’re out of the house.

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