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140 babysitters are listed in Costa Mesa, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Costa Mesa, CA
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have been a babysitter since I was 16 years old. I worked part-time for the YMCA and a resort. My past jobs include a learning center and a childcare center at a kids gym where I was either a teacher or assisted the teacher. I love caring for children of all ages. I am first aid/CPR certified, have experience with newborns,...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Caitlin is awesome and my kids were so sad that she moved too far away to keep babysitting for them."
Luke H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Taylor!
I am a non-smoker, CPR certified, fully vaccinated, and I have a reliable vehicle. I have over 10 years of babysitting experience and have nannied for 3 years. My experience is with children ages five months and above, and I also have experience with special needs kids. I'm responsible, reliable, and...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Taylor is full of joy! She is fun, creative, and knows how to problem solve when an issue arises. Our 3 boys adored Taylor and always looked forward to her watching them. She is honest, trustworthy and a real gem of an individual. Any family would be blessed to...
Britt S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Here's a little information about me. I have been employed by the same family for 6 years. The youngest child is going to school in a couple of weeks, so I'm looking to join another family.
I am passionate about my family, good health, and animals. I truly enjoy working with children. My current family has a 4-year-old that...
Monica can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We had an incredible experience with Marlene. We absolutely love her. Highly recommend!"
Hilary T.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Bowie and I am currently 25-years-old with 12 years of babysitting experience. I have grown with several families over the years and have the skills necessary to care for babies and children of all ages. I enjoy being outdoors, taking babies and kids to the park/beach/malls, going for walks/bike rides, and...
Bowie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"She is so amazing and I trust her 100 percent with my toddler. She has been watching him since he was a newborn and is constantly changing her routine to accommodate my sons growth and progress. My son is very active and requires lots of running and it's great to...
Wendy W.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Shannon, and I am a nursing student here at Concordia University Irvine. I have been babysitting for over 10 years and absolutely love working with kids and helping others. I have lived in Costa Mesa for two years now and have really enjoyed getting involved in church, surfing, and going to the beach all the...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Shannon has been our go-to sitter since our son was born. She's responsible, nurturing, good with communication, and my son has a lot of fun with her! She doesn't get frazzled when my son puts on his toddler behaviors to try to manipulate her. We've been very...
Lori S.
Cristina T.
Costa Mesa, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny and Caregiver. Child CPR and Child First Aid Trained.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love kids, and my experience includes: changing diapers, bathing, meal preparation, strolls to the park, walk, toy time, play time, reading, learning, nap time, laundry for children, keeping children room clean and sanitary. Also adult and pet caregiver. Laundry, cleaning, cooking, shopping, pet and house sitting.
Cristina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cristina is absolutely incredible in every way. We were fortunate enough to meet her on a trip and have her help us with our newborn almost everyday. She was amazing with him and made us feel so safe and comfortable. She is a joy to be around, she is gentle and...
Hallie S.
Madison D.
Costa Mesa, CA
$41/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 22 years old and I have about 6 years of babysitting experience from infants to preteens for a number of different families. I also have work experience at the childcare department of The Studio gym in Danville for about where I would care for the children that are dropped off while parents work out or take fitness...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We frequent California often and needed a reliable sitter in the Orange County area for when we visited. Madison was very responsive right from the beginning and extremely thorough. Our kids were so excited every time she showed up which made us feel even better...
Lauren F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kate and I am 22 years old. I started babysitting when I was about 10 years old and am experienced with caring for all ages of children. I was babysitting about 4 times a week when I was home during senior year and the summer, balancing school and sports. I absolutely adore children and am a very patient, yet...
Kate can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Kate has been an absolute blessing to our family! She is always on time, has great communication during our time away with updates and pictures. Kate is so kind and attentive with our boy. We hope to keep her in our lives for a very long time!"
Delaney B.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Cristina , and I am 23 years old and full of energy! I began babysitting at the age of 16 in the OC area. I am looking for a weekend part time great experience working with child care as it has always something I loved to do. I have a Psychology degree from California State University Long Beach, and have taken...
Cristina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Cristina is such a sweet person! Always on top of her tasks, loves to help others, and a very fast learner. She is also passionate to learn and loves challenges. I highly recommend and trust Cristina!!!!"
Karmina O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a student at Vanguard University in Costa Mesa! I am looking to babysit when I can! I come from Chicago where I have had years of experience with children of all ages, starting with a babysitting course I took at the library when I was 12! During high school I worked part time at a day care as well as regularly taking care...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maeve is my son's favorite babysitter and always his top choice! She is responsible, dependable and most importantly fun for the kids."
Sherlyn H.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Lydia! I am a Biola University alum achieving my degree in Studio Art & Psychology. I'm pursing my art career and hoping to go back to school for my masters sometime in the next few years. I have enjoyed working as a babysitter professionally & non-professionally for half of my life, also working many jobs...
Lydia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lydia is gentle and compassionate. She has a big heart and is good at dealing with a range of emotions and different situations."
Rebekah L.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Stefania, I am 30 years old and have more than 6 years of experience in childcare, my experience began with the au pair program a few years ago where I had the opportunity to work as a babysitter with two wonderful families who became my family. Since then, childcare has been a passion that has allowed...
Stefania can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We absolutely loved Stefania! Stefania was always on time, was attentive to our child and kept him entertained all day long. I was so impressed with how quickly our child fell in love with her!! Stefania kept us updated during the day with photos and we loved...
Susan M.
Sophia L.
Costa Mesa, CA
$15-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!! My name is Sophia and I am a recent high school graduate with almost an AA and 5+ years of experience working with kids from ages 4-10.
Sophia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophia is a fantastic babysitter and I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking. She came prepared with toys, books, and games. She was able to watch all three of my kids and put them to sleep without any issues. She took amazing care of them and was on the...
Care member
Ana M.
Costa Mesa, CA
$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Ana and I absolutely love caring for children! I have a big heart I would love the opportunity to put a smile on someone's faces Iam a compassionate, loving, go with the flow woman who adores children !!! experience providing exceptional care to children aged newborn to toddlers , Adept at organizing children's daily...
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Anna was very patient with my 22-month-old son. She kept me updated all throughout the day with texts and pictures. I'll definitely hire her again! My son even remembered her name!!"
Taylor B.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I would love to help out ! I've had 2 years experience babysitting and caregiving , I'm CPR and first aid certified, I'm also comfortable with any kinds of pets, my availability is Monday -Thursday 6am-2 and Friday 6am-1:30
Angelina can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Angelina was such a sweet provider for our family! She truly loved and cared for our baby, and we never worried when we were away. She was always on time and was very reliable."
Michelle L.
Noemi J.
Costa Mesa, CA
$20-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Emi. I am a certified swim instructor and lifeguard. I have worked with children for 6+ years and absolutely enjoy it. I'm a fluent English, Spanish and sign language speaker. I have plenty of experience with infants and children of all ages. I've worked in class rooms and for school districts, I have a degree in...
5.0
"I highly recommend Noemi J for any position in childcare. I had the pleasure of meeting her on a trip to California when I needed care for my two-year-old twin boys. I was so impressed with her immediate connection to my boys and superior positive reinforcement...
Athena H.
My experience caring for children started at an early age. I babysat siblings, cousins, family friends, and neighbors while in junior high, high school, and college. I obtained a Bachelor's degree, and after working for a few years, have decided to pursue a career in speech-language pathology, in which I must possess a Master's...
Teresa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I currently work remote for a Law Firm in Dallas Texas and am looking to find the right fit to also assist a family.
-Clean Driving Record
-Non Smoker
-Willing to travel
Tatum can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been working like nanny for the last 10 years I have so much experience because I'm a mother of three teenagers of 18, 17, and 14 I love kids... I'm energetic and very responsible...
Irma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Recent college graduate. Have taken courses in early childhood development and student taught a Pre k class. I have had experience babysitting and nannying children as young newborns to as old as 15-year-old. Also have experience working with special needs kids. I am looking for a job nannying/babysitting part-time.
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Costa Mesa, CA
Caitlin A.
5.0
Caitlin is an absolutely amazing nanny!! For the past year, she has been our full-time nanny for our daughter, who was 3 months old when she started. She also occasionaly watches our son, who was 2 years old when she started and usually goes to preschool. My daughter, who is more shy, warmed up to...
- Bijan Z.
Taylor B.
5.0
Taylor is full of joy! She is fun, creative, and knows how to problem solve when an issue arises. Our 3 boys adored Taylor and always looked forward to her watching them. She is honest, trustworthy and a real gem of an individual. Any family would be blessed to have her!
- Britt S.
Monica B.
5.0
Marlen has always brought a professional, thoughtful, organized, and expert approach to the care of our children. Marlen places a great importance on health in her own personal life and brings that to our family. She gives our children many opportunities for outdoor physical activity every day, and...
- Care member
Bowie V.
5.0
She's the best sitter. We take her on trips with us and use her for overnights. She is a delightful person and does everything you ask. She is more like family and we just adore her. She has watched our 4 year old since birth and will continue to. I can't say enough great things about her.
- Naomi C.
Shannon E.
5.0
Shannon is such a sweetheart and truly cares about what she does. She always has a positive attitude and a smile on her face, making her someone that I would (and will) definitely hire again! She is very reliable and flexible with times, which is something that comes in handy when you have your...
- Gabby W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Costa Mesa, CA:
How can I find a Costa Mesa babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Costa Mesa, 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 140 babysitters in Costa Mesa, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Costa Mesa, CA?
The average rate for Costa Mesa, CA babysitters on Care.com is $22.70 per hour as of January 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 Costa Mesa, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Costa Mesa, 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 Costa Mesa, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Costa Mesa, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews of the 140 listed babysitters.