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88 babysitters are listed in Monterey, CA
The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Monterey, CA
4.5
(15)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Molly and I am a graduate from the University of California, San Diego. I was a transfer student from the Monterey Peninsula and majored in Psychology. I am currently in the process of finishing my clinical/volunteer hours needed for my graduate school applications (I hope to apply to an MSW program). I am CPR...
Molly can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Molly came to us when our daughter was 15 months old, in what was originally supposed to be just a couple weeks of nannying before a daycare spot opened. The two weeks turned into 6 months and we are so happy to have had Molly for as long as we did. She was exactly...
Kyla S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dara. I am from Cambodia. I'm a student at MPC. I've been a full-time nanny for nearly nine years and a live in nanny for over five years. I am kind, patient and fun to be around. Children warm up to me pretty quickly. I have completed 48 hours of Au Pair course from The College of Saint Rose, NY. I also...
Dara can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
We just moved to the area and found Dara on the app. I interviewed Dara, had her come for a meet and greet. She showed up early and was excited to meet my 3 and 6 year olds. She is so friendly, educated and accommodating. I hired her for a date night.
For the...
Kalei K.
Keigan R.
Monterey, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(12)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Keigan and I am a former elementary school teacher (now working in marketing/ag*) with many years of babysitting experience. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have babysat and nannied many families with children varying from 5 months old to 14 years old. I am responsible, caring, and punctual. I enjoy...
Keigan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Keigan was the sweetest with our kids!! She came to our hotel and took great care of my 3 nieces and son. She is super responsive, reliable and the kids raved about her! I would hire her again in a heartbeat!!
Monica A.
4.8
(10)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children since I was quite young. I have taught in the classroom, teaching kindergarten through 3rd grade. I have also substitute taught for all grade levels. I hold two teaching credentials, a Multiple Subject Credential as well as a Special Education moderate to severe teaching credential. I hold a Masters...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Kim helped us out watching our 4-year-old while we attended a wedding. She is very kind and went above and beyond by bringing art supplies and other age-appropriate activities. She updated us throughout the evening with updates and photos. We felt that our child...
Lindsay P.
Nicole G.
Monterey, CA
$15-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi:) my name is Nicole. I'm 26 years old and am a full time graduate student through Pepperdine University Online (GSEP). I am working toward a masters in psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family therapy, but aim to work with mainly children. I currently work as a therapist trainee where I see kids aged 5-18 years old...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Nicole has been such a great caregiver for my 8 month old daughter. We have worked with her multiple times over the past few months.
My husband and I travel to Monterey a lot and Nicole has met us at different beaches and hotels!
She is engaging and fun!...
Hillary P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A little about me, I'm 27 and have been watching children for 15 years. I have taken CPR and first aid classes multiple times and I plan on renewing my training in a few months. I have some experience with pools having owned one and babysitting the neighbors in it. I am interested in the outdoors and fun educational activities....
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Sam is very upbeat and cheerful. She relates very well to the kids in her care. Sam worked full time for our family when my son was 6 months old to roughly 3 years of age, while I worked from home. It has been almost 5 years since Sam worked for us, but she has...
Lynille S.
Olivia S.
Monterey, CA
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Inspiring Children To Be Creative, Emotionally Intelligent, And Confident Is My Passion!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an active duty soldier and 4-year college graduate here to help families and single-parents on the weekends. Recurring and one-time jobs accepted.
I have experience working as a caregiver for ages 2-12 as well as a commercial gym daycare for infants as young as 6 months.
Olivia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Olivia was a great last minute sitter, she was fast to respond and punctual. I felt extremely confident leaving my two toddlers with her. She went above and beyond to ask questions and made for a seamless experience. I would definitely use her again!
Mccabe S.
Perla B.
Monterey, CA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey everyone,
My name is Perla, I'm 23 years old & I live in Salinas Ca. I am currently a Teacher Aid and have worked in the educational field since the age of 19, I have been fortunate enough to have worked in preschools, elementary schools, and middle schools as well. I also attended MPC where I received my AA in Early...
Perla can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Perla is incredible! She provides amazing care to our 4 children (ages 3-9). All of my kids view her as a big sister and they look forward to her fun adventures. She does scavenger hunts, art projects, fun games and dance parties. She makes healthy lunches and...
Kate M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Molly S and I am a University of California, San Diego student. I have previous pet sitting experience, as well as I have two dogs of my own. I hope to hear from you soon!
Molly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
Recent review:
5.0
Took great care of our dogs and house over a four day trip. Walked the dogs and even took them out and got them treats
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Julia T.
Monterey, CA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
About me: Hi everyone! My name is Julia and I am currently a college student at Chico State but I am home in Monterey for the holidays! I love animals and I have spent my entire life living with dogs, including now! I am CPR and first aid certified for dogs. My experience working with animals started when I was 11 years old and...
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Recent review:
5.0
Julia is a very kind, reliable, trustworthy person. She cared for our 3 dogs for 2 days and I'm very pleased with her. I will definitely be hiring her again in the near future.
Melissa B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I hold two teaching credentials, a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and a Special Education teaching credential. I have taught Special Education as well as 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and kindergarten grades. I have also visited children in the hospital dressed as Kimberlina, the magic fairy for a volunteer project and am a visiting...
Kimberly can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
Recent review:
5.0
This lady is fab! We met her on Saturday morning, an hour before we pulled out of town for a week's skiing. She took in everything I said about the mail, the rubbish bins, the house and its quirks, and most importantly, our much loved kitty. Our cat took to her...
Mary S.
Julianna F.
Monterey, CA
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a family in need of childcare help and your family seems to be a great fit! I have been nannying and babysitting for about 5 years now (Ages ranging from 1-12) and enjoy being around children and helping them as much as I can. I am fully vaccinated, have my own transportation, and I am BLS certified (CPR...
Julianna can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
We LOVE having Julianna babysit our kiddos! She is VERY good at communicating and responding. Our kiddos are happy to be with her- and she sends updates with pictures/videos! Appreciate her and would highly recommend!
Lindsay M.
5.0
(1)
Hello families! A little bit about me, I have 6+ years of childcare/babysitting/nannying experience. I have been a private nanny for two families, worked in childcare for 4 years, and I have been babysitting since I was 14. I have cared for most ages and I am currently working towards a Master's in Family therapy with a...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Allison has years of experience working with children! She has been an amazing babysitter for my family for our toddler. She is always punctual and very dependable!
Amanda M.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love cats and dogs. I'm ok with most other animals. walking feeding and play wonderful in home care
Lizbeth can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
Recent review:
5.0
Lizbeth was early to our meeting and meet and greet meeting. She is very cordial, dependable and loves animals. Over the thanksgiving week, she came by more than once a day, fed, administered medications twice a day, and spent some time with her. She was able to...
Wendy F.
Isabel F.
Monterey, CA
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic Sitter That Loves Getting Outdoors, Being Active And Doing Crafts
5.0
(1)
I have 10 years of experience with many different ages. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds.
I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.
Isabel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Isabel was an absolute pro. We were so impressed with her from our first phone conversation. She watched out 2.5-year-old for a week and kept him happy, and engaged. He ate and napped beautifully for her, something that is often a struggle when his own parents are...
Masha H.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a us air force veteran. I love kids and I can perform small housekeeping tasks, extended and overnight care. passing security/background checks. I am safe, trustworthy and reliable. I have 7 years of experience and have references.
Lizbeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Fantastic provider! My kids absolutely loved her. She was always very flexible and willing to go the extra mile when needed!
Scott F.
Allyson P.
Monterey, CA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years experience with all age groups. I've worked with all children including special needs and some behavior management disorders. I love coming up with fun activities and helping with homework. I also provide drop off and pick up if needed.
Allyson can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Allyson is the most loving and caring person. She genuinely cares for my daughter. She helps me maintain her schedule and helps her develop new skills. My daughter always has a great day when she is under Miss.Ally's care. You can tell they have a blast together....
Mayra N.
My name is Lanita, I live in Monterey California. I am a Nanny/Babysitter and a matured mom of my own two children who are standing on their own feet now. My husband and I are living together. Originally, I am from Asia/Nepal.
I love working and playing with children. My responsibility is to observe babies'/children's...
Skills:
First Aid
Hello my name is Francesca :) I graduated from Monte Vista Christian School in 2021 and currently a full-time student at Monterey Peninsula College. I am a native Spanish and English speaker, and passionate about learning ASL.
In April 2023, I received my red cross CPR certification in Cupertino, CA. Last summer, I worked at...
Francesca can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have more than 8 years experience working with children of all ages. I'm a mother of a grown son. I'm also a teacher with a multiple subject credential who's also worked in special education. I also have worked as a child counselor getting a degree in psychology and educational psychology in graduate school. I am patient,...
Brenda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Monterey, CA
Molly S.
5.0
Molly came to us when our daughter was 15 months old, in what was originally supposed to be just a couple weeks of nannying before a daycare spot opened. The two weeks turned into 6 months and we are so happy to have had Molly for as long as we did. She was exactly what our girl needed at this stage...
- Kyla S.
Dara S.
5.0
We just moved to the area and found Dara on the app. I interviewed Dara, had her come for a meet and greet. She showed up early and was excited to meet my 3 and 6 year olds. She is so friendly, educated and accommodating. I hired her for a date night.
For the date night, she showed up early, and...
- Kalei K.
Keigan R.
5.0
Keigan was the sweetest with our kids!! She came to our hotel and took great care of my 3 nieces and son. She is super responsive, reliable and the kids raved about her! I would hire her again in a heartbeat!!
- Monica A.
Kimberly R.
5.0
Kim helped us out watching our 4-year-old while we attended a wedding. She is very kind and went above and beyond by bringing art supplies and other age-appropriate activities. She updated us throughout the evening with updates and photos. We felt that our child was in very good hands with Kim-He...
- Lindsay P.
Nicole G.
5.0
Nicole has been such a great caregiver for my 8 month old daughter. We have worked with her multiple times over the past few months.
My husband and I travel to Monterey a lot and Nicole has met us at different beaches and hotels!
She is engaging and fun! Very dependable and our family trusts...
- Hillary P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Monterey, CA:
How can I find a Monterey babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Monterey, CA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 88 babysitters in Monterey, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.4. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Monterey, CA?
The average rate for Monterey, CA babysitters on Care.com is $21.45 per hour as of April 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Monterey, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Monterey, CA through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Monterey, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Babysitters in Monterey, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 66 reviews of the 88 listed babysitters.