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171 babysitters are listed in Bakersfield, CA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Bakersfield, CA
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Over the past year (from Oct/22 to Sep/23), Frida took care of our daughter of less than a year old with so much love and affection. Also, look at our home and took care of our cat perfectly whenever were out of the town.
She did a best in class job as a baby...
Leonardo H.
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
5.0
"Paula was great with our daughter I would definitely hire her again. She was punctual and active with keeping our daughter busy while we were gone. Overall, it was a great experience this was our first time using the service. Very satisfied."
Carmen R.
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, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brittney is amazing with kids. I've been working in children's ministry for a year now with her. I've learned a lot from her about children. She was the children's director. If you get Brittney has a nanny you're in good hands :) "
Alexis C.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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...
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: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & 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
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started babysitting children when I was 12. Years of caring with children led to some cool opportunities like an all expense paid trip to Mexico to nanny 6 kids. I worked in Mexico two different times at an orphanage in jr. high. I led Sunday School for my church, and volunteered at VBS as well. I have worked with Autistic...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica has been a big part of our lives for a very long time now, thankfully, and she is someone who will give her all and go the extra mile, both in her home and professional work. She is an excellent, kind, hard-working and compassionate care-giver. My own kids...
Talia B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting and a nanny for about 10 years on and off. I am a reliable and honest person I am someone who loves to be around kids I have worked at an elementary for the boys and girls program. I definitely love to learn more about kids and child development.
Toneisha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Toneisha responded promptly and arrived early. She kept my toddler entertained while I studied for my boards exam. She also cleaned up after him."
Keren S.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Having my first born at the age 35 was such a rewarding yet, anxious feeling especially when it came to returning back to work. I couldn't trust just anyone around my newborn and when I hired Destinee, I wish I had hired her sooner. She was attentive to my son's...
Jane A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Most Recently I worked for a family with three under 3. When I started my time there the older child had just turned 2 and the twins were 10 weeks old. The older child and one of the twins had sever asthma and the other twin has extensive food allergies and a gluten sensitivity. I was employed for this family for 18 months. The...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Kathleen was a wonderful addition to our family! She took care of our kids with dependability and care. She will be a wonderful addition to your family. "
Whitney S.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We had a nice time using Anna to help with our two kids (4 year old girl & 6 year old boy) while the kids were out of school due to Covid"
Brooke B.
Sandra M.
Bakersfield, CA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I Will do reading , bord games , writing , coloring , bike riding , walking , flash cards, painting, excising, dance, singing,
5.0
"Sandra has been such a blessing. I could not ask for a more caring caregiver. She is Top Notch at her professionalism. "
Care member
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
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
Natalie W.
Bakersfield, CA
$22/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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Idalia has been with our family for several years taking care of my 2 young kids. She is amazing. Idalia is trustworthy, reliable, caring, loving, patient, and kind. She plays with the kids indoors and out. She likes to take them all over for new adventures. She is...
Kendra C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love working with children and elderly people. I am a hard worker and have been caring for people many years. I live in Olathe and hope to find a job in this area. I look forward to hearing from you. Please feel free to give me a call anytime. Thanks, Lori
Lori can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a Masters in Educational Counseling and work at Kern High School District in the Special Education Department. I am a mother to a 13-year-old little boy. I have worked with children for over 18years. 10 years with children on the Autism spectrum. I have a lot of experience with different ages. I am off over summer and...
Aja can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Aja was easy to communicate with and she came right on time for babysitting. It normally take my child a little while to warm up to people, but Aja got my 2 year old child's smile and was told "I like you" within the first 5 minutes. Aja did meaningful play such...
Sohee B.
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.
Maura I.
Bakersfield, CA
$22-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Maura and I am 29 years old. At a very young age I realized I loved taking care of children. I would help my mom with my little sister and my aunt with her foster children. That's when I started picking up small jobs like watching my moms friends children on date nights. To assisting the elderly.
On my free time...
Maura can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maura was my daughters Nanny for several months, and when I tell you she was the biggest blessing to me and my family, I mean it. Maura was always on time, followed instructions, and went above and beyond for my child. She really felt like a part of our family....
Care member
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, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
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
Kanai F.
Bakersfield, CA
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kanai, I am 24 years old. I'm a people person and very loving. I'm super trustworthy, dependable and I will treat your precious baby as my own! Also I am willing to work with whatever you're willing/able to pay because I know times can be hard. I would love to be a part of the family and I'm super excited to...
Kanai can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kanai was slightly late for the interview, but was sweet and seemed to be very good with kids. Did not hire only because another candidate was willing to take less money."
Courtney C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Bakersfield, CA
Frida G.
5.0
Over the past year (from Oct/22 to Sep/23), Frida took care of our daughter of less than a year old with so much love and affection. Also, look at our home and took care of our cat perfectly whenever were out of the town.
She did a best in class job as a baby sitter/nanny, and I can only think good...
- Leonardo H.
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.
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 171 babysitters in Bakersfield, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 $18.98 per hour as of March 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 Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Bakersfield, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 59 reviews of the 171 listed babysitters.