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178 babysitters are listed in Bakersfield, CA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Bakersfield, CA
4.3
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a few years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have 2 children ages 19 and 16 and 2 dogs as well. I love children and would treat them as my own. I know how to cook and clean so I would be willing to help around if needed too.
Paula can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
3.0
"Great with our baby. But did not show up most of the time. Reasons for not showing up that she gave last minute included - dog vet on day one, she was sick on another day, said she was fine to come in the following day but then did not because she found another...
Chris G.
4.5
(11)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Brittney, and I have been a child care provider for over 15 years. I am is a former Children's Director for a Non-Profit, as well as churches. I have worked in large settings as well as one on one. I am a career nanny and full spectrum holistic doula with experience with multiples and special needs. I am also a dog...
Brittney can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I only had Brittney for 6 months but she was such a tremendous help and friend. She loved and spoiled my daughter and helped me get organized. I had so many projects just waiting to be done and she had no problems ever helping me accomplish each task. She was so...
Jennifer H.
Brittany M.
Bakersfield, CA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Brittany!
I have been babysitting for 16 yrs and have watched kids from ages newborn-13 yrs old. I've done everything from helping with homework, as well as projects, pick ups/drop offs from school, as well as extracurricular activities, cooking, cleaning, etc! Previously, I was working as a medical assistant...
Brittany can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Brittany is a very responsible person. She is outgoing, very caring and enjoys babysitting very much! Brittany is very good with children/babies. She is a fun and trustworthy young lady."
Kim W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked for a school district in Bakersfield for over 10 years. I have experience as a teacher's aide with general ed and special ed children of ages ranging from kinder to 8th grade. I have worked for family and friends, babysitting, animal sitting and house sitting too. I have 4 kids of my own, all young adults. My...
Martha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Martha was my daughter's nanny from the time my daughter was 9 months old until she started daycare around 18 months. Martha was AMAZING with our little one! My daughter loved seeing her walk through the door every morning--Martha took her on walks, played lots of...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love kids and love interacting with them! Working with kids is something I am very passionate about. I am currently attending College to become a teacher. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 18 so I now have 5 years of experience babysitting/nannying children between ages 1-13. Through each job I have had I have grown...
Nevaeh can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Neveah has been watching my 2 year daughter for the past month and my daughter really enjoys spending time with her. She plays with my daughter and sings songs, she is very loving with her and has been communicative and dependable. I would recommend her."
Violet A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With three professional years of experience working with families outside my own, along with years of caring for children within my own family, I bring a wealth of expertise and a genuine love for kids to every babysitting opportunity. As a caregiver, I understand the importance of providing a safe, engaging, and enriching...
Destinee can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"I am a grandmother to four beautiful grandsons and every summer two of the four come stay with grandma and grandpa. Now the first few weeks I have them under control until I'm stretched too far. Destinee came in to the rescue and was able to get them to their...
Jane A.
5.0
(2)
I have many years childcare experience, working with ages ranging from 6 months to teenagers. Jobs have included Kids' Club at a local gym (playing with up to 10 children at a time) to part-time nannying. I love to cooking and I am able to provide a wide range of foods to suit your lifestyle and or dietary needs or wants. I love...
Senya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Senya is a talented , responsible, young lady. She has taken card of our three girls and has provided excellent care for them . Not only did she watch , bathe , and feed the girls. She also did some light cleaning and cooking while taking care of them. We will...
Care member
Anna A.
Bakersfield, CA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver With Masters In Educational Counseling
4.8
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Anna currently pursuing my PPS credential. I have my Master's in Educational Counseling and a 4. 0 GPA; I graduated Magna Cum Laude from CSUB with a Bachelor's in Sociology and a minor in Psychology, along with RN experience, holding associate degrees from Bakersfield College in Human Biology and Public Health. I work...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna is kindhearted person and my children really enjoy having her as their caregiver. she is punctual and willing to work the schedule. Anna also has excelled by learning sign language for my younger son to better facilitate communication."
Jason R.
Natalie W.
Bakersfield, CA
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Natalie! I am a mom of two girls who are both in school full time and looking for something to keep me busy while my husband is at work full time as well. I ran a daycare for 4 years, and my husband and I were previously foster parents, so I have experience with all ages and can provide any help that is needed. I...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Natalie is truly amazing. She’s everything you want in a nanny. She loves your kids like they are family and my kids just love her. She’s always on time (never once been late!). She likes routines and consistency. And she leaves your house is much better shape than...
Jessica W.
Idalia S.
Bakersfield, CA
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Idalia. I am a very responsible person. I have 18 years of experience in caring for children, newborn to 14 years old, I've also care children with autism.
I am a person with much patience, energy and love to give to the children, I enjoy taking them to the park, explore, walk and play with them. I like to...
Idalia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Idalia is amazing! We have a 6 year old, 2 year old and a newborn and Idalia was perfect with each of them. She is honest, trustworthy, patient and kind. She quickly became part of our family. "
Angela G.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Faith,
I have been taking care of children since I was a teenager, I come from a family with many siblings and am now an aunt to many! At 17 I got my first job as a nanny and worked with the family (3-school age kids, 1-Toddler) for 1 year before moving on. My second nanny job I was 20 and I worked with this family...
Faith can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Faith is absolutely lovely! Our 2 year old daughter connected right away with her, which is a testament to Faith's calm presence and patience with little ones. Faith is a responsive communicator and very punctual which helped us feel confident our daughter was in...
Damian C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, trustworthy, fair, and fun! I've babysat all ages all my life.
I began working with kids when my two cousins were born. I was 8 and quickly learned a lot about how to take care of littles! When my little sister was born my freshman year of high school I helped with her a lot as well....
Haley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Haley is just so kind, hard working, and reliable. Always on time and fully present. We loved having Haley work for us, she was wonderful with my daughter. Very caring and attentive. "
Care member
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Makaia. My child care experience began at a young age and has expanded over time from family members to friends and neighbors. I also was employed at a childcare center. I can teach, help with homework, create fun activities, keep a clean/organized workspace, and change diapers. I look forward to working with you and...
Makaia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Brooke H.
Bakersfield, CA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Nanny, Babysitter, House/pet Sitter. I Do A Little Of Practically Everything!
I grew up with 10 siblings. I fit right smack in the middle of them! On top of that, my mother ran a daycare out of our home. That got me into the babysitting game at a very early age. I babysat all through Jr. high and high school. Immediately, after high school I started nannying and worked part time at a preschool. I have...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am an only parent to a 5-year-old boy just trying to support him the best I can.
I have worked for the Afterschool Program for 4 years. I have experience with infants and worked with T-K through 8th Grade. I am CPR Certified.
Cristina can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am currently a full time student in a Masters program looking for ways I can work flexibly with my classes. I have tutored and babysat for 5-6 years now. I have 1-2 years of experience working as a nanny (1-2 years old and 5-6 years old) and 3-4 years of tutoring. I am fun and easy to get along with while maintaining my...
Naomi can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm eager to help children learn and thrive in our society. I was a foster parent for several years and now am a single mom of 3 young children whom I adopted from foster care.
I have my bachelors in Education and have extensive experience in taking care of children and each of their individual needs.
Crystal can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I like to take care of children I have a lot of patience and I like to play with them and to make their time more entertaining, I like to cook.
Frida can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My experience in caring for children ranges in working in a church nursery, volunteering at a local elementary school, and caring for younger family members.
Brittany can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hello my name is Melissa. I am a full time student that can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I am good with kids and always willing to help around with anything that is needed
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Bakersfield, CA
Paula B.
5.0
Paula is an amazing babysitter who knows what it's like to have children and be a busy, working parent. She was always punctual and did school pick ups multiple times per week plus the occasional early morning or evening shift. Her communication is always timely, kind & efficient. I am so grateful...
- Jillian P.
Brittney M.
5.0
Brittney helped us transition our 2 month-old from full-time care with Mom to full-time daycare at 5 months. She is great with infants and helped us to both bottle train and sleep train our daughter. She provided a stimulating, nurturing, and attentive environment that our daughter needed in those...
- Emily V.
Brittany M.
5.0
Brittany is a very responsible person. She is outgoing, very caring and enjoys babysitting very much! Brittany is very good with children/babies. She is a fun and trustworthy young lady.
- Kim W.
Martha R.
5.0
Martha was with us for 7 months. She was not just a nanny, she is also very experienced with early child education. Our son developed a calm temper and a strong interest in alphabet and numbers with Martha’s help at one and half years old. Now that our son is three, he still love alphabet and...
- Care member
Nevaeh M.
5.0
Neveah has been watching my 2 year daughter for the past month and my daughter really enjoys spending time with her. She plays with my daughter and sings songs, she is very loving with her and has been communicative and dependable. I would recommend her.
- Violet A.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Bakersfield, CA:
How can I find a Bakersfield babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Bakersfield, 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 178 babysitters in Bakersfield, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.3. 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 Bakersfield, CA?
The average rate for Bakersfield, CA babysitters on Care.com is $18.47 per hour as of February 2025. 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 Bakersfield, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Bakersfield, CA through Care.com. As of 2025, 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 Bakersfield, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Babysitters in Bakersfield, CA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews of the 178 listed babysitters.