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60 babysitters are listed in Capitola, CA
The average rate is $23/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Capitola, CA
Heather B.
Capitola, CA
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Engaging, Kind And Experienced Nanny/Babysitter With Decades Of Experience.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as friendly, nurturing and quick-witted.
I like working with kids because they are inspiring and I enjoy having an impact on their well being.
I'm looking for a job that is the right fit! I worked as a nanny for many years when I was younger and have been working with children and newborns as a...
5.0
"Heathers last minute availability was so appreciated. She put me and baby at ease immediately. My 9 month old did very well with her and I felt at complete ease. Overall a positive experience! "
Care member
4.6
(14)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for seniors in their own homes for over 20 years. I have had a variety of cases with every kind of illness. I enjoy helping seniors to enjoy quality of life in the home where they have raised families or enjoyed retirement. I have had full responsibility of med management, transportation to Dr. appointments,...
Linda can also help with: Dementia, personal care, visiting physician, hospice services, respite care, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Linda is very pleasant to have around you her outlook in life and in people is awesome looking forward in getting to know her better and we are happy to have on our ."
Lucille R.
Natalia G.
Capitola, CA
$27/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm Natalia, I'm from Colombia , I'm 23 years old, I love outdoor places.
I'd describe my personality as outgoing- easygoing , patient , smiling , talkative, independent, autonomous.
I like working with kids because it's an opportunity to explore myself , being more creative and for sharing knowledge.
I'm looking for...
5.0
"Natalia is great! She is super punctual, fun, and is great with our kids. She helps us with our 9 year old and takes her rollerblading, surfing, and even gets her to clean her room :). We also have a 4 month old that Natalia watches for us and we feel very...
Care member
My name is Aleeyah and I am a 21-year-old mom of 1. I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have a 4-year-old son and really enjoy watching children. I have a very flexible schedule and am also very accommodating.
Aleeyah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Margaret C.
Capitola, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mom To A 9 Year Old Boy, I Am Looking For A Nanny Position And Available To Babysit Also!
I have a 9-year-old son who is in school in Soquel. I have him full time and we are always adventuring! We go to the beach often, the river, biking, hiking, parks, we have a boardwalk pass and we are fun-seekers! For my hours of availability, I put the hours that he is in school, however, if your family is ok with your kiddo...
Carmen P.
Capitola, CA
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Working with children brings me so much happiness. I love to see their excitement and joy in the simple things and to help them explore their curiosity! I have worked at a junior guards program for 4 summers helping kids to become stoked on the ocean and learn team building skills. I have also babysit since I was 15 (not to...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Christina. I am 20 years old and currently a third year biology student at UCSC. I have three years experience working at a day camp in the summers overseeing groups ages 6 to 14. Additionally, I have experience caring for children with autism. I am an animal lover and am happy to care for your pets as well as...
Christina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hi,
I have had 3 boxers over the years and enjoy dogs. I would like to help out with your pet care needs.
Linda can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
Nikkole W.
Capitola, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is nikkole- I live in Santa Cruz with my boyfriend of 6 years who works as a firefighter here. I'm 26 & have been nannying since I was 14! I was an EMT/CPR certified am a swim instructor as well. I have a few families I watch here that I've been with for a long time, but have some extra availability throughout the...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'm looking for a job that respects me as an individual and is open to working with my school schedule.
I started working with kids when I was 15 at my first internship at a marine conservation center. I started off at the arts and crafts center, leading art classes for toddlers and went to on to eventually lead discovery days...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide thorough loving supervision for the child at all times. I am skilled at feeding transporting and general care. I have many activities and games up my sleeve to engage the child to take an interest in life fully. To look deeply, lovingly and thoroughly at all aspects of each moment. I enjoy being a kind influence that...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Mary became a loving, caring part of our family when my daughter W. was still only 4. She was always punctual and smiling with a new game or artwork or project to engage my daughter. I found her to be fun, trustworthy and capable in many areas. She's quick to...
Joan F.
4.7
(13)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 10 years of experience I've been working with and around children of all ages. I have experience caring for multiple children of varying ages at once, whether that be siblings, cousins or friends. From dates nights to morning support getting kids up and off to school to homework and after-school activities to...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah is awesome! She has been helping out with my toddler for around 6 months, and now helps with my 3 month old. She has always been reliable and trustworthy. Sarah is patient and fun with the babies and is also proactive to help out as needed. We really...
Liz C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have numerous years of experience caretaking, nannying, house sitting, dog sitting/ walking, and babysitting. Love animals and kids! I'm a caring and responsible young professional looking for part time work to help out and make some money for grad school. I'm flexible, reliable and fun loving!
I also have my current Adult,...
Gabby can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gabby was great with our kids, and they loved getting to spend time with her! We’re sad that she moved away but our loss is another family‘s gain :)"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Sira and I am currently caring for a 20-month-old boy in Santa Cruz. I have 40 years of experience with caring for children of all ages. I am reliable, flexibly, consistent, caring, diligent & understand my role as a caregiver for your family. I am here to help. I enjoy the day to day routine of snacks, naps,...
Sira can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sira is amazing with my 20mo old son. She is the perfect balence of fun, letting explore and keeping him safe. He lives his days with her!"
Kate M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madison. I am a UC Berkeley graduate looking for new clients to private tutor. I'm currently a full time professional private tutor.
5.0
"Madison and my son connect so well! She is positive and to the point, just what my son needs. He always leaves his tutoring sessions feeling accomplished and elated. Madison is very understanding and sweet with me as well. She is punctual, a great communicator, and...
Lynette G.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Presley, I am 21 years old and I have about 7 years of experience with babysitting and have a 2-year-old daughter myself. I can help with cleaning, Carpool, errands, cooking and Grocery Shopping. I have a very reliable car and I am fully insured. I am also a lifeguard so I am CPR certified and have lots of...
Presley can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is the best! Her and her daughter get along so well with my little one. She is so helpful when watching my baby I have no worries at all, she is always on time and has the biggest smile, definitely the first one we call when I need someone to watch my daughter."
Amaya R.
Erika M.
Aptos, CA
$32-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Babysitter Available Three Days A Week And A Few Nights & Also On Weekends
5.0
(16)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Erika and I'm from Brazil.
I am a full-time student at Cabrillo College - majoring in Early Childhood Education.
My daily activities with kids consist of feeding, playing, reading, dancing, singing, bathing, nap time, drop off/pickups from school/activities, cleaning/meal preparation and laundry for kids, etc.
I...
Erika can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Erika took care of our two children (toddler and infant) on multiple occasions, they always had a wonderful time with her. She's reliable and very loving towards the kids. We highly recommend her!"
Mariana R.
Isla D.
Scotts Valley, CA
$25-46/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Caring And Fully Vaccinated - Looking For Part-time Work!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Isla and I'm excited to get to know you and your family! I'm currently working as a Special Education Para-educator and I'm looking for a consistent, long term after school position. I graduated in the Spring of 2020 from UNH with a degree in Child Development, as well as a minor in Education. I began working...
Isla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Isla worked for my family for years. She babysat for us for our daughter from a newborn to 4 years old. She has so much experience with children and you really see that this is her passion. Our daughter loves her and enjoyed every moment with Isla. I would highly...
Stacy K.
5.0
(2)
Coming from a large family, there was always an aunt or uncle tossing a baby into my arms. They got away with it because I loved it! Having 7 cousins younger than me has shaped me into the caretaker I am today.
I completely enjoyed my experience working for the University of Reno, NV daycare where I mainly focused on 3-5...
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maggie has take care of all 3 of my boys from infant to now. She is very trustworthy, always on time, and so much FUN for my boys. They absolutely love her. She has even created her own projects with them to keep them off the screens. Over the years we have...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Mac. I have nannied/babysat for many families over the past 15 years. I have cared for children ranging in age from newborns to 13-year-olds. While I typically work with three to four kids at a time, I have taken care of up to 12 children on my own and am happy and prepared to work with any age and number...
Mac can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Mac watched our children while we were in town for a wedding. All three of my kids (8, 6, & 3) had fun with her and only had great things to say about her. She followed the routine we had set out and kids were fast asleep when we returned. She was easy to...
Rosemary W.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Capitola, CA
Heather B.
5.0
Heathers last minute availability was so appreciated. She put me and baby at ease immediately. My 9 month old did very well with her and I felt at complete ease. Overall a positive experience!
- Care member
Linda A.
3.0
It is unfortunate that an arrangement with Linda could not be fulfilled. Her current employer gave her more hours. She seemed very nice, knowledgeable, and had some great ideas. Disappointing for us.
We will keep looking.
- Mia D.
Natalia G.
5.0
Natalia is great! She is super punctual, fun, and is great with our kids. She helps us with our 9 year old and takes her rollerblading, surfing, and even gets her to clean her room :). We also have a 4 month old that Natalia watches for us and we feel very confident leaving her with Natalia!
- Care member
Mary S.
5.0
Mary became a loving, caring part of our family when my daughter W. was still only 4. She was always punctual and smiling with a new game or artwork or project to engage my daughter. I found her to be fun, trustworthy and capable in many areas. She's quick to respond in challenging situations....
- Joan F.
Sarah L.
5.0
Sarah is awesome! She has been helping out with my toddler for around 6 months, and now helps with my 3 month old. She has always been reliable and trustworthy. Sarah is patient and fun with the babies and is also proactive to help out as needed. We really appreciate her help and would recommend...
- Liz C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Capitola, CA:
How can I find a Capitola babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Capitola, 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 10 babysitters in Capitola, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Capitola, CA?
The average rate for Capitola, CA babysitters on Care.com is $23.20 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 Capitola, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Capitola, 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 Capitola, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Capitola, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.