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60 part time babysitters are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average rate is $24/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby part time babysitters is 7 years
Part time babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA
Laura E.
Santa Cruz, CA
$51/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Pet Sitter, Personal Assistant And House Sitter Available Part Time
4.7
(3)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Laura is wonderful with kids. She has watched my two daughters (6 & 3) for years. She is fun, engaging, active, and attentive during her time with them. Lots of trips to the park! We also appreciate that she tries to honor our rules to encourage good behavior...
Kate P.
Hi families! My name is Andrea, I'm 27 years old and based in Santa Cruz, CA. I am currently seeking a fun full time position that involves helping with childcare, coordinating fun activities, and just being able to be an extra hand around the house (cooking, cleaning, errands, etc).
With over 4 years of childcare experience in...
Andreal can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Candi W.
Santa Cruz, CA
$28-46/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny Child Care Daily - Part Time / Elder-Senior Care FT PT
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
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...
Candi can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Hannah,
I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old. Some of my responsibilities included: picking ups/drop offs and occasional meal prep. When I left for college, I got a job in retail as a sales associate. I really enjoyed working with my co-workers and I learned a number of skills: communication,...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Olivia! I love to do art and go outside and explore! I love going to the beach and finding new activities to do! I am a 5th year at UCSC and have taken a few courses in education! I am very good at math/reading/writing and am more than willing to help with remote learning! I have been babysitting since I was 14...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"She is fun, great with my boy, played music, coloring, light sabers, just 2 year old heaven. She cleaned the kitchen and gave him healthy snacks. 100% recommend"
Care member
I started babysitting with my own siblings. I have three younger siblings and when I was around 6 years old I started changing diapers and putting my little siblings to bed. I did not get payed to do this until I was around 14. I babysat for the same family for around six months. Twins that were 5 and then a 7-year-old. In...
Naomi can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am 36, born and raised in Santa Cruz, CA. I have lots of experience with children of all ages. I have worked many years in the medical and dental field. I now work at the Santa Cruz public library in downtown Santa Cruz I have decided that I want to get back into being a nanny or babysitter. I enjoy very much being around kids...
Devon can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Izabela S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Postpartum Doula With Over Ten Years Of Childcare Experience - Part Time
Certified professional Postpartum Doula with over 10 years of childcare experience including school and private care. Promotes a nurturing environment for children and emotional as well as educational support for the families.
Responsible and caring, skilled in providing supervision and guidance to children from newborn to 12...
Izabela can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
My first job in high school was working as a camp counselor for pre K-6 grade children at a daycare camp. It was the best first job anyone could have! I fell in love with being around kids and helping them with their homework, playing games with them, encouraging them to create, and making sure they had a nutritious snack that...
Keri can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! My name is Emma and I have just transferred to Santa Cruz to finish my degree in Marine Biology. I am usually available part-time and love being around kids. As for my history, I have cared for children from the ages of 1-10 since I was 12 years old. I have cared for up to 3 kids at a time. I have always babysat on the...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alexis. I have a BA in Child Development. I have worked with children for over 7 years with most experience being a teacher of infants and toddlers as well as nannying from infancy to preteens. I enjoy bringing music, dance, nature and art into learning environments and helping children reach their milestones...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Celine and I'm 25 years old. I have been babysitting for 8 years on and off. I am looking for a part time position, and adore spending time with children. I am also an animal lover so pets are welcomed! I can provide references on request and am happy to answer any other questions or meet up to chat. Over the...
Celine can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents! My name is Julianne and I going into my fourth year at UC Santa Cruz. I'm studying Psychology here, and hoping to pursue a focus in child development. I would like to eventually get into social work with women and children, so if anyone is willing to share some advice or personal experiences, I would love to hear....
Julianne can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Julianne is amazing! We are both certified teachers, and would invite Julianne into our home any time, any day. My daughters want to invite her to Christmas, Hanukkah, on vacation, and to school. Julianne is gentle in her manner but also not afraid to be firm. She...
Polly S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Before college, I had 3 years of experience nannying for a local family that had 3 boys and 1 girl ages 2, 3, and 10 (boys) and 16 (girl). I picked up kids from school and made lunch and dinner when parents got off work late.
I have a lot of patience and genuinely enjoy working with kids. I am an active sitter, I will play...
Brittney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Brittney is a sweet, patient, and gentle soul. She is a really good communicator via text and phone. She was punctual and kept my 6 month old engaged in playing with a variety of toys for cognitive and motor skill development. Her two former employers gave her...
Jessica G.
Madeleine M.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am from Washington state so I enjoy all things outdoors and have a love for painting and getting creative and crafty! I have 2 younger brothers and am the oldest of my many cousins, and I have been working with kids for over 9 years both babysitting and working at summer camps. I know how to deal with many types of...
Madeleine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Zoe! I'm currently a freshman enrolled at Cabrillo College, and I'm looking for a part time job. I've been working with kiddos for as long as I can remember. Growing up babysitting for family friends, neighbors, etc. From arts and crafts, to playing sports outside, and most of all making memories I love it all!...
Zoe can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taking care of triplet girls is no small task. Zoe is creative, loving and very attentive. The girls especially loved how she got right down to their level and played with them! Five stars!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 21-year-old student attending The University of California, Santa Cruz. I am originally from Los Angeles where I have worked in childcare for over eight years. My mother is a preschool teacher, which means I have grown up surrounded by younger children and always had the opportunity to be a helping hand. Every summer...
Channing can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Channing helped with kids after school, driving them to activities, and playing. She was responsible, engaged, timely and lovely. "
Amy B.
I have worked with children most my life. I have been a preschool teacher for over 15 years. I am also an experienced driver and have worked for Transport Company and a over night packaging company in the past. Currently I am a limousine driver, I have a clean record, insurance and can provide any additional information upon...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Camille C.
Santa Cruz, CA
$10/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter. Available On Week Days And Nights. Very Good With Kids :) Always Smiling!
Hello, my name is Camille and I am 29 years old. I am a kind, patient, responsible, giving, loving, artistic and musical individual. As a young child, growing up in Santa Cruz, I was lucky enough to have the most amazing nannies anyone could hope for. My favorites are still a part of my life. I would like very much to provide...
Camille can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Zoe and I am looking for a family to help out part-time this summer.
I am originally from California and I am in NY for the summer :) I can do one-time jobs, or helping out a couple times a week. I work full-time as a remote state policy intern during the week, so my schedule is pretty flexible.
I have been...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in Santa Cruz, CA
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.
Olivia N.
5.0
She is fun, great with my boy, played music, coloring, light sabers, just 2 year old heaven. She cleaned the kitchen and gave him healthy snacks. 100% recommend
- Care member
Julianne R.
5.0
Julianne is amazing! We are both certified teachers, and would invite Julianne into our home any time, any day. My daughters want to invite her to Christmas, Hanukkah, on vacation, and to school. Julianne is gentle in her manner but also not afraid to be firm. She navigates sibling skirmishes...
- Polly S.
Brittney B.
5.0
Brittney is a sweet, patient, and gentle soul. She is a really good communicator via text and phone. She was punctual and kept my 6 month old engaged in playing with a variety of toys for cognitive and motor skill development. Her two former employers gave her glowing reviews about her strong work...
- Jessica G.
Zoe V.
5.0
Taking care of triplet girls is no small task. Zoe is creative, loving and very attentive. The girls especially loved how she got right down to their level and played with them! Five stars!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a part time babysitter near you in Santa Cruz, CA
Are part-time babysitters near me in Santa Cruz, CA safe to hire?
You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in Santa Cruz, 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.
How can I interview a part-time babysitter near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
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 Santa Cruz, 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 do babysitters get paid an hour near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
How much babysitters are paid near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA is $24.11.
How can I find a part-time babysitter near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
If you’re looking for a part-time babysitter near you in Santa Cruz, 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.
What types of services do part-time babysitters offer near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
Part-time babysitters near you in Santa Cruz, 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.
Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA part time babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Part Time Babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed part time babysitters.