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60 babysitters are listed in Dana Point, CA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Dana Point, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Victoria. I've been nannying for over 10 years for all ages (infant to 17 years old) I have current and past references available upon request. I also do help with pet sitting(big animal lover), house sitting, driving, personal assistant work/ errands, organizing, meal prep/ cooking. A little about me: I moved...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Victoria is an A+ caretaker and professional. She was responsive & easy to coordinate with, adaptable to a schedule change, and most importantly was great with our two kids. Normally our kids are skittish when first meeting someone new but they took to Victoria...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Grace.
I've been caring for children since I was 12, starting as a mother's helper and progressing to babysitting independently. I hold a master's degree in Teaching English as a Second Language and Elementary Education, along with a California teaching license.
After receiving my master's degree, I taught for...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Grace worked for us from Dec '18-July '19, and the only reason she stopped is because she moved to CA. I can say without hesitation that Grace is the best sitter we've ever worked with. She babysat my 2 yo daughter for approximately 3 hrs a day, for 3-5 days a...
Ali L.
Kaitlin F.
Dana Point, CA
$18-23/hr • 9 yrs exp
3.5
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kaitlin. Over the years, I've developed a strong ability to connect with children of various ages, creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for them. My experience includes caring for children ranging from infants to preteens, handling a variety of tasks such as meal preparation, school pick-ups,...
Kaitlin can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"awesome babysitter! so helpful and able to be on call whenever I needed her! would totally recommend "
Michelle U.
Melody C.
Dana Point, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I've been an experienced mom and nanny for over a decade.
I'm looking for a long term, full time family . Let me know if you're interested, we can do my house or yours. I normally charge $30-$35 an hour, I'm willing to reduce my rate to $25
5.0
"Melody is lovely and punctual. She has a wonderful energy and my 2 year old daughter enjoyed her very much. And we look forward to hiring her again very soon!"
Yasmin C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Grace, and I am 21 years old. I am currently attending Vanguard University, but looking for another! I have 7 years of experience with kids of all different ages. I can help with travel, swimming supervision, laundry, cooking, driving, and anything else your family needs. I love to have fun, and always engaging...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids are 3.5years old and 15 months old, the hardest stage I think. Grace did great with both of them. Wholeheartedly recommend her."
Monica K.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My name is Cayleigh. I am 31 years old. I have a 7-year-old daughter. I have my Associate Degree in Early Childhood Development. I have my Bachelors of Science in Child and Adolescent Studies.
I have experience with children of all ages from newborn up to 12 years old. I have teaching experience, nanny experience, and parent...
Cayleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Cayleigh did a great job hanging with our little guy,. She was interactive and engaging during his play time, and had no trouble putting him down for the night. We appreciate you Cayleigh. Will definitely hire again!"
Shea F.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 15+ years experience caring for children and helping families. I am CPR certified and I have experience with newborns all the way to teenagers. I was a mother's helper for a family of 6 children. I have cared for children with special needs, cerebral palsy and autism. I love animals and I cook and clean. I am an artist...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Monze and I am a credentialed bilingual 3rd grade teacher. I possess both my Bachelor's Degree in Child Development and Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I have been a full-time teacher at my site for 6 years. I have also been a tutor and babysitter. I truly have a passion for education and love working...
Monzerrat can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I am Charlotte, I am 29 years old and I recently returned from teaching English abroad for a year and a half!
I have over 15 years of child care experience and formerly managed a special needs group home for two autistic young adults.
My experiences with children of all ages and cultural backgrounds is something I take...
Charlotte can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brynnan M.
Dana Point, CA
$16-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I am a college student at home for the summer. I have years of experience with children of all ages through other babysitting jobs, working in my church's nursery, and serving as a Sunday school teacher! With my background, I can provide and care for little ones while creating a fun and safe environment:)
Brynnan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I've always had a passion for caring for children, which led me to become a childcare provider with seven years of experience. My love for kids stems from my experience babysitting and growing up with two sisters!
I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I prioritize clear communication with parents, whether through verbal...
I am 19 years old and currently attend the University of Arizona as a Pre-Public Health major. I hope to be a Physician Assistant and work with kids. I have been babysitting/nannying for 6 years now and have babysat children ranging from ages newborn to 9 years old. I have a car so usually I would take them to the park, beach,...
Kayleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Hi there! I enjoy being with children as to helping them and seeing them grow along. I have been a babysitter before. I also took a course of Children's Development that included an internship at a daycare. So I've work from infants, to toddlers to preschool to school age. With experience and my love for children, you can count...
Jenny can also help with: Craft assistance
I am a professional animal caretaker at an educational nonprofit! I have 5+ years of working with children in an informal educational setting as well as private tutoring, nannying, and babysitting. The ages I teach and work with range from 5-13 and I have babysat and nannied from ages 6 months - 8 years old. I am great with kids...
Reina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lauren W.
Dana Point, CA
$30-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Lauren. I have been babysitting for one year and have been working with children for coming up on four. Through the years I have worked as a summer camp counselor, a kindergarten bible instructor, and an after school care site leader. Through my experience caring for infants through I3-year-olds, I have become very...
Hello, I have been in child care in the area for 27 years. I also teach fitness and swimming to children and adults. I have seven wonderful grandchildren who love me. I have time to share to help other mothers with creating a fun and safe alternative to child care.
Pauline can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Cali P.
Dana Point, CA
$18-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm passionate about providing a nurturing and educational environment for children. With one year of experience as a childcare provider, I'm excited to bring my patient, friendly, and responsible nature to my role. My goal is to support families and ensure a reliable childcare option for them.
I believe in open communication...
I'm passionate about nurturing young minds and fostering their development. As a naturally creative and friendly individual with five years of childcare experience, I have the skills and enthusiasm to provide a safe and stimulating environment for your child. With my ability to communicate effectively and adapt to your preferred...
Jennie B.
Dana Point, CA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've always felt passionate about helping children learn and grow, so becoming a nanny was a natural fit for me. With over a decade of experience in childcare, I have a proven ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages. I believe in fostering a child's creativity and imagination while also...
Jennie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
More than 10 years of child care experience, I have a 6-year-old. I want to make your life easier! CPR certified, light house work.
Kristal can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Dana Point, CA
Victoria T.
5.0
Victoria is an A+ caretaker and professional. She was responsive & easy to coordinate with, adaptable to a schedule change, and most importantly was great with our two kids. Normally our kids are skittish when first meeting someone new but they took to Victoria right away and had a great evening....
- Care member
Grace B.
5.0
Grace is amazing and we truly enjoyed having her watch our children (age 3, 4, and 6). She worked for us full time for about 5 months and set up a learning pod for the kids, worked with them on different topics from reading to science experiments, helped them with meals, and just took care of the...
- Josephine T.
Kaitlin F.
5.0
awesome babysitter! so helpful and able to be on call whenever I needed her! would totally recommend
- Michelle U.
Melody C.
5.0
We hired Melody to take care of our little one while our full time nanny was on vacation and all I can say is that if we didn’t have a lovely nanny that we adored, we would have snapped Melody up.
She was attentive, kind, gentle, helpful, and honestly fantastic. Our son loved her, and she was...
- Care member
Grace H.
5.0
My kids are 3.5years old and 15 months old, the hardest stage I think. Grace did great with both of them. Wholeheartedly recommend her.
- Monica K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Dana Point, CA:
How can I find a Dana Point babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Dana Point, 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 35 babysitters in Dana Point, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Dana Point, CA?
The average rate for Dana Point, CA babysitters on Care.com is $23.71 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 Dana Point, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Dana Point, 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 Dana Point, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Dana Point, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.