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112 babysitters are listed in Carlsbad, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Carlsbad, CA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Megan! I am passionate about working with kids and helping them to grow and learn. I am currently a fourth grade teacher, but have taught first grade the past few years. I love being outside, staying active, doing arts and crafts, and reading. I am patient, caring, and energetic.
I have a CPR and First Aid cert., a...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Megan has been amazing! We had never had a babysitter for our 1 year old son, but we needed someone to watch him while I went to my weekly doctors appointments that were an hour away. We asked Megan if she would be willing to do a short (but paid) trial run & she...
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with multiples(boy-girl twins). Newborns.
I babysat groups of 7-12 kids on Mondays and Wednesdays, ages newborn-12 for church growth groups
I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old, and I am Red Cross Certified. studied childhood development at Palomar College :)
:) I'm definitely interested in...
Amani can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amani is easy to work with and a great communicator. She watched our kids and drove them to activities for several months. We love her!"
Sarene S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of kids since I was 17. and I'll get my major in child and adolescent development . I have experience with all ages. My experience is with babysitting, voluntary work and entertainer in birthday parties. I love to do arts and crafts. I love everything related with pop culture, comics, superheroes. Now I am...
Natalia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We hired Natalia to watch our 9 month-old while we went on a date night. Our son has just begun showing some separation anxiety and "stranger danger" with new people, but he took to Natalia very quickly. As first-time parents who had never left our baby with a...
Cameron S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a positive, patient, and energetic sitter and tutor.
I have 5 years of experience babysitting, 4 years of experience teaching, and 4 months. From 2019 to 2020, I taught English in Spain to classes of 3-year-old through 10-year-old, and I loved forming bonds with my students, helping them learn, designing and...
Miranda can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As the oldest child and grandchild in my family, I think I have been babysitting my whole life. I have cared for children of various families for 4 years (including twins), ages of 3 months old and up. I am kind, organized, reliable and detail orientated. I am able to provide transportation services and homework help.
Rachel can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel was amazing!!! Her energy and compassion for our boys was impeccable. We will definitely miss her!"
Jessica H.
Stephanie F.
Carlsbad, CA
$22-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Stephanie! For eight years, I worked with children aged 3 to 11, including those with diverse needs while working in the education field in pre-school through elementary class settings. My psychology degree fuels my passion for creating nurturing environments where kids feel safe and inspired to learn and grow. In my...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Stephanie was great with our 20 month old son and our son was very comfortable with her! He warmed up to her quickly because of her calm energy. She was patient and kind. She fed him, played with him and read to him. Would definitely recommend Stephanie!"
Erika C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from Utah State University in 2022 with a Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology and a minor in Psychology! While attending I continued my 10 year lacrosse career on the club team. Following graduation I decided to stay .
Along with playing and coaching lacrosse, I have been a nanny for families both for the past 5...
Hanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly Recommend Hanna as a sitter! I have been using her for a month now on a regular basis. She is always on time, A great communicator, and seems Genuinely happy to watch my children! I really hope I can keep her for the whole year she is living near me."
Kortnie S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, fun, and outgoing.
I like working with kids because ever since I was younger I have taken a liking to kids. I hope to work with kids in my career one day. Children are so fun and creative and bring so much joy!
I started working with kids when I have watched my neighbors kids for a few...
Nina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Nina was wonderful. She arrived early and brought games to play with our boys. Nina was warm, attentive and intuitive. She handled three boys ages 9, 6 and 3 for evening play and bedtime. She kept me updated when needed which was really thoughtful and reassuring....
Care member
5.0
(1)
In the new world of COVID I understand how busy your life can be. I can take some of the extra work off your hands. I have been teaching for 25 years. I can provide after school care as well as tutoring. Many children are falling behind. I can help. Currently, I am teaching 2nd grade. Hours would be after school ~3:00 - 5:30. I...
Sue can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Sue has been taking care of our 2.5 year old son once a week for a few weeks now, and we look forward to continuing our services with her. Our son really looks forward to her arrival, and he obviously enjoys her company. She is creative, energetic, fun and kind,...
Karen F.
Tonya M.
Carlsbad, CA
$27-28/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a true passion for babies and children because they have always brought me so much joy and warmth to my heart. I was fortunate enough to be a stay at home mom for almost 18 years and my children are all grown up now.
I started caring for my niece's twins on a regular basis over 4 years ago out of the pure love for...
Tonya can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"She is very passionate about everything she does. She loves kids and it truly shows when she is around them."
Valery M.
5.0
(1)
Hello parents! My name is Savannah and I am working towards my degree to become a clinical psychologist. Some qualities about me is that I am kind, reliable, respectful and positive. I believe these attributes has helped me succeed as a National Certified Medical Assistant. I worked at an urgent care for 3 years that has given...
Savannah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have 2 children 2 and 3 years old and she is absolutely great with both of them. Shes caring pays attention to their needs and is very reliable. Shes also a nurse so I know if anything happens they're in good hands."
Gregory S.
Stephanie S.
Carlsbad, CA
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
I have 9+ years caring, guiding, tutoring & teaching children ranging from 3 to 8 years! With heartfelt dedication, I have supported & taught young children through guided play approaches as well as organizing play spaces to ensure interest, focus and safety.
I've been a dedicated care source & early learning advisor for many...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Steph is amazing! She is so patient, kind and detail oriented. The kids love her."
Beck H.
Desiree L.
Carlsbad, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, My Name Is Desiree I'm 34 With A 1 Year Old Son And 2 Dogs Under 2.
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Desiree,
I'm a 34-year-old mom to an amazing 1-year-old boy and 2 active pups under 2. My caregiving experience started at the age of 15. I have experience in elderly caregiving, as a live-in nanny, and in meal prep. I also own a cleaning business so light housekeeping or full service housekeeping is an option....
5.0
"Desiree was prompt, respectful of our home and wonderful with my dog. She continued to be sure that all of the important issues were addressed. Most importantly my mother in law was very impressed when she came to stay with us. I would recommend her to anyone...
Veronica G.
Citlali R.
Carlsbad, CA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Super Awesome Nanny W/ 6 Yrs Experience Serving San Diego County :)
3.5
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Citlali, or Cici for short. I'm college student working on my AS in biotechnology. My personal hobbies include jewelry making, traveling, thrifting, and reading at my favorite park!
As an energetic, gentle, and fun-loving nanny with a passion early childhood development, I have 8 years of experience working with...
Citlali can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Citlali was great! Punctual and my children loved her! Would definitely hire again. "
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Karen F.
Carlsbad, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children my entire career. While raising my own 2 children I worked as an elementary school teacher, Girl scout leader, and ran my own after school program called Esteemed Kids.
My many years of teaching experience gives me a calm, patient demeanor and a strong background in child development.
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Karen was wonderful with our infant son. She was extremely attentive and caring with him. Karen has such a sweet presence, it was an instant connection with her and our son! She is very knowledgeable, maintained our son's schedule with ease, and ensured he was...
Jenny R.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've watched children for over 10 years. From casual babysitting jobs, to formal nanny positions, I've cared for a variety of ages.
I have experience with overnights, and multiple siblings. In addition to babysitting, I've also led kids camps, pony rides, and taught horseback riding lessons.
I have a long list of references,...
Camille can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Since high school, I have always had jobs working with children. In addition to regular babysitting jobs, I was a private nanny for 2 children during college. Since graduating, I've worked at two organizations, both providing services for children/young adults. I now work remotely for a start up in Encinitas so have a pretty...
Allie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Sarah B.
Carlsbad, CA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Babysitter/nanny Available With Positive Attitude
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was the live-in nanny for my nephew when he was 3 months to 1. 5 years old back in 2010. I was also the full time nanny for my newest nephew over the last year from 5 months to 14 months.
I grew up babysitting many children from my neighborhood ages 3-12 yrs until I graduated high school.
I've also been a camp counselor...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Hi! My name is Hannah. I am 27 and have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I am also a special education aid for elementary school students. I have over 15 years of babysitting experience and am CPR certified. Most recently, I was a nanny for the same family for 5+ years and another for 10+ years. I am a very easy-going, active,...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Hannah, I am 30 years old and recently relocated to Carlsbad from Austin, TX. I currently work remotely in Customer Success for a Tech company. Prior to that I was a Pediatric RN for 3 1/2 years and worked on a trauma/ surgery unit. Throughout nursing school and my adult life I have babysat and nannied for several...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Carlsbad, CA
Megan J.
5.0
Megan is fantastic! She is wonderful with my toddler and our newborn. She is the first person who is not family that we felt comfortable leaving both children with.
Highly recommend.
- Heather B.
Amani J.
5.0
Amani is easy to work with and a great communicator. She watched our kids and drove them to activities for several months. We love her!
- Sarene S.
Natalia F.
5.0
Natalia is amazing. Her professionalism, kindness and utmost care for our baby is unparalleled. If I could give her more stars I would, because to trust someone to take care of your baby says something, but to not worry a minute they are with them is rare. As my husband said, “I trust Natalia with...
- Care member
Rachel W.
5.0
Rachel was amazing!!! Her energy and compassion for our boys was impeccable. We will definitely miss her!
- Jessica H.
Stephanie F.
5.0
Stephanie was great with our 20 month old son and our son was very comfortable with her! He warmed up to her quickly because of her calm energy. She was patient and kind. She fed him, played with him and read to him. Would definitely recommend Stephanie!
- Erika C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Carlsbad, CA:
How can I find a Carlsbad babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Carlsbad, 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 112 babysitters in Carlsbad, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Carlsbad, CA?
The average rate for Carlsbad, CA babysitters on Care.com is $21.36 per hour as of December 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 Carlsbad, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Carlsbad, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 33 reviews of the 112 listed babysitters.