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77 after school babysitters are listed in Santa Barbara, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Santa Barbara, CA
Hi! My name is Emma and I recently moved back to Santa Barbara after living on the East Coast. I'm looking to help out a family during the week after and/or before school, and the occasional date night. I've been taking care of kids since I was 14, and my most recent positions were for 2 years and 7 months, respectively. I have...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Ahtziri B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$19-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with two years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about helping children learn and grow, and I believe that play is an essential part of childhood development. I enjoy playing outdoor games and sports, board games, and puzzles with children, and I also like to incorporate...
Laijah D.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm dedicated to fostering children's holistic growth and well-being. My passion lies in creating a nurturing environment where children can learn, explore, and thrive. I believe in open and transparent communication with parents, providing regular updates and following...
Katelyn L.
Santa Barbara, CA
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Katelyn and I'm a reliable and experienced babysitter. I'm a proud Girl Scout graduate, which means I was trained early in leadership, responsibility, safety, and service-skills I've carried into every job I take on. From learning first aid to managing group activities and earning badges in everything from...
Katelyn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brooke B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello! I am an experienced, passionate, and multi-skilled babysitter/nanny. I have been caring for and working with kids for 9 years (including kids on other sides of the globe!) and I consider myself to be endlessly caring, persistently kind, and consistently hardworking. I have worked with various demographics in multiple...
Brooke can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a second year student at SBCC. I am majoring in Liberal Arts as well as working at an after school program with kids through the local YMCA here in Santa Barbara. I have taken child development courses through my local college back home, in high school, and have had 2 years of babysitting experience. I like to consider...
Ava S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a childcare provider with five years of experience, I am passionate about creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children. My previous babysitting roles have shown me the positive impact I can make in their lives. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing games like outdoor sports, board games, and...
Ava can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Sonya S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
hi! my name is sonya and i'm 18 years old currently going into my second year at sbcc studying early childhood education. I have been babysitting since I was 12, and I truly love kids and so I would just do this for fun. when I was 14, my parents had a little boy and that's when I knew I really love children. I have experience...
Sonya can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Hi, I'm Sofie! I am currently living here in Santa Barbara for school. I enjoy working with kids and love the energy they have. I'm trustworthy and reliable and will create a safe and happy space for your children. I grew up in a big family and have always been around kids of various ages. I started officially babysitting in my...
Sofia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
I have been working with children for 16 years. I have worked with every age from infants, 2mo-14 years old. After graduating early from high school I took a full 3 years of courses on child development, psychology and social sciences. I work part time as a nutritionist and embodiment coach, and I am looking for a position of 30...
Caralee can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Greetings:
I am very interested in your Nanny position.
In 1986 I was hired as a live-in nanny for a family in New York. The two children were 4-month-old boy and 4 year girl. Two years later I moved to Montecito, California. My responsibilities for the next 7 years were to carefully help the children develop and grow. I worked...
Marysol can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
Nicole R.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing and caring for children. Having spent the last two years as a babysitter, I discovered my knack for providing a safe and stimulating environment for young minds. I believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and I strive to make a positive impact on their lives.
With my patient and calm...
Hello! About me: I have experience with newborn babies to the teenage age years. I have cared/tutored K-6th grade students at after school programs since I was 15. I love interacting with all age groups and making sure they are safe and entertained. I currently work as a site coordinator at an after school program which makes me...
Arlene can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Mikey, and I'm a 19-year-old babysitter with extensive childcare experience. I've volunteered over 150 hours at a summer camp working with kids from preschool to 8th grade, and later earned a promotion to counselor, logging 480 hours of paid childcare. I also have babysitting experience with references available...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working with kids, both as a babysitter as well as with my former jobs as a tutor and as a children's gymnastics coach. I love working with kids; I am attentive, caring, and compassionate, and I would be grateful for any and all opportunities to help out you and your family! Prices and hours negotiable :)
Natalie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Our family was vacationing in Santa Barbara for the month. We were looking for someone to watch our 3 and 6 year olds so we could have a couple of date nights. Natalie was everything our family needed and more! She fit in perfectly, she was kind, playful,...
Jenna H.
Hello, my name is Heather and I am an energetic 31-year-old, with the soul of a child! I just moved to Santa Barbara in March from Bend, Oregon. I have 15 years of experience between nannying, babysitting, teaching and directing a preschool with children of all ages. I am dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and enriching...
Heather can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hello,
My name is Linda. I am 26 years old working as an account manager for software company. I love to travel, exercise and learning about other cultures. I am very friendly, active and empathetic. I used to be a full time babysitter. Now, when I am spend most of my day in the world of adults I miss contact with babies and...
Linda can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Breanna S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there,
Just a little about me, I worked at the camp in the kids' corner, and after school program for over a year. I worked with kids ranging from eight months to 12 years old. And I volunteer twice a month at my church nursery working with babies.
I have my associate degree in medical billing and coding. I am currently...
Breanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Breanna babysits for our 5 month old son. Being a new mom, I still have a hard time leaving my son, but Breanna has such a kind demeanor she immediately put me at ease. She is very confident in caring for little ones and I really trust her. I highly recommend...
Elizabeth S.
I have had experience with children of ages 3-15-year-olds. Whether you are looking for a date night or a scheduled nanny, I am here! I love to do outings, but of course school comes first. Food can always be a struggle but will always make sure their growing bodies are fed. I'm great with animals too!
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Janira and I am a NYC native. While living in NYC I worked as a tutor for grades K-12 and as a TA within the Public School System. Since moving to Santa Barbara in 2017, I have worked at a Montessori school community that taught me the importance of allowing the child to lead.
As a nanny (and babysitter), I have...
Janira can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Santa Barbara, CA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
You can review 78 after school babysitter profiles near you in Santa Barbara, CA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Santa Barbara, CA is $22.08. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Santa Barbara, CA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Santa Barbara, CA to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Santa Barbara, CA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Santa Barbara, CA.
Ratings for Santa Barbara, CA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
After School Babysitters in Santa Barbara, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 77 listed after school babysitters.