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60 babysitters are listed in Fountain Valley, CA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Fountain Valley, CA
5.0
(11)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have over 16 years of experience working with children and adolescents (not mentioning raising my own daughter, step grandchildren and granddaughter). I am a very caring, calm, patient, dependable, energetic, responsible, punctual and flexible person who loves children. I speak Portuguese, English and Spanish. I work as a...
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Andrea provided babysitting services for my pre-teen son with special needs.
She was patient, kind, educated and friendly with us. She followed up and was punctual.
Ms. Andrea has great background in working with school-age children, so I felt extremely...
Ramona H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Taylor, and I have 3 years of experience babysitting for kids ages 6 months old to 14 years old. I have also been working with Boys & Girls Club for 3 years, and I am both First Aid certified and CPR certified. I am a fourth year undergraduate student at UCI, majoring in Public Health Policy and Psychological...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor was so sweet with the kids, they had the best time with her. She's incredibly kind and attentive. "
Care member
I have a bachelor's degree in sociology and my masters in school counseling with an emphasis in Clinical Counseling. I have a lot of experience working with children from academic support, social emotional support and even help with college and career! Right now I am hoping to support a family over the summertime while I seek...
Brittany can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a passion for working with children. I have about 8 years of experience babysitting, nannying, and childcare work. I have cared for children of all ages (newborns to preteens). I am very active and love to be out doors. I am very attentive and caring. I absolutely adore kids and love to watch them learn and grow. I love...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hello there! My name is Megan. I have always had a strong love for trying to make a difference in young children's lives. Whether that be teaching them how to laugh more, treat others correctly, or expanding their knowledge on the world and how it works. I will make it my priority to always make your kids feel safe and hopefully...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Megan S.
Fountain Valley, CA
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Megan!
I am a babysitter/nanny. I have 4 years of experience with children of ALL ages. I am energetic, caring, and patient, and I think part of the reason that I love babysitting so much is because I am truly a big kid at heart, (but a responsible one). I can cook/prepare meals. I love to read to/with children....
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Hi! I love kids and I have been babysitting in my family for a little bit now :-)!
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, patient, and charismatic.
I like working with kids because they give me the experience to grow as a being as well as are entertaining to be with!
I'm looking for a job that pays well enough considering...
Sara R.
Fountain Valley, CA
$30/hr • 18 yrs exp
As a caregiver with 18 years of experience, I've had the privilege of positively impacting the lives of children and supporting families. My passion for childcare stems from my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for nurturing and educating young minds. Being patient, creative, and approachable allows me to...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi I'm Dulcinea and I'm majoring in Child and Family development at San Diego State University. I am CPR and First Aid certified with years of experience in childcare! I started off as an intern in a local TK classroom and I've been camp consoler in the past!
I am extremely experienced in cooking with dietary restrictions and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Madison J.
Fountain Valley, CA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm a dedicated childcare worker with a decade of experience spanning babysitting, preschools, special needs settings, and live-in nanny roles. My expertise covers a wide age range from newborns to 16-year-olds. Committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment, I bring a passion for fostering children's growth and...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Jena N.
Fountain Valley, CA
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as ambitious, easy-going, and encouraging.
I like working with kids because I can learn something new everyday from them.
I started working with kids when I was quite young. I had many family members around me that were younger than me. My very first memory of working with kids was when I was...
Jena can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Christina W.
Fountain Valley, CA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I can clean, run errands, be your personal assistant.
I do have a 7-year-old son. I have experience with kids and always cared for children. Willing to help with anything. Clean and also willing to learn new things.
Christina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Emma D.
Fountain Valley, CA
$8-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Emma and I love working with kids. I have worked with children for about 6 years and am experienced with working with all ages (newborns-10 years old). I worked as a nanny at a church nursery while the parents were in service and mainly worked with newborns and toddlers. At times I would have 1 or 2 Children and...
Jocelyn R.
Fountain Valley, CA
$19-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Jocelyn!
Im currently a nursing student and I love working with kids! I'm halfway done with my program and I'm also CPR/BLS certified. I have been baby sitting children of different ages for a while for friends and family. I'm also very comfortable with pets if you have any! I can also help with running errands and...
Nola G.
Fountain Valley, CA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Nola! I'm currently a college student balancing my studies with my role as an ABA technician which is part time. I love working with children and have great experience and training with my current job as well as past jobs. I am looking for weekend work. Look forward to hearing about any potential opportunities.
Nola can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Arianna S.
Fountain Valley, CA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have no experience taking care of children ., I do have a lot of experience taking care of nephews and relatives. I genuinely love children and animals, a lot of patience, love, and affection for them
I speak Spanish, I'm learning English
I am currently a freshman in college, attending OCC.
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old.
In my spare time, I like to go to the gym, play pickleball, and go on hikes!
One thing you should know about me is I have been a caregiver for dementia patients for about 6 months.
Sabrina N.
Fountain Valley, CA
$22-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an energetic, compassionate, and responsible caregiver with a decade of childcare experience across diverse roles. I've worked as a nanny, a special education paraeducator in an elementary school, a swim teacher, a Gymboree teacher, and I interned at the UCI Infant Toddler Center. Most of my caregiving experience has been...
Sabrina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of experience. I was a K-12 tutor for 5 years, and love spending time with kids! I'm patient, organized, and adaptable.
Pamela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Bianca G.
Fountain Valley, CA
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider driven by my passion for fostering children's growth and development. With a few years of experience caring for children, I love to take care and provide a safe and nurturing environment for kids. With calmness and patience, and a passion for creativity and art, allows me to connect with children on a...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fountain Valley, CA:
How can I find a Fountain Valley babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Fountain Valley, 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 27 babysitters in Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley, CA?
The average rate for Fountain Valley, CA babysitters on Care.com is $20.81 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 Fountain Valley, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Fountain Valley, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.