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83 babysitters are listed in Goleta, CA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Goleta, CA
Molly O.
Goleta, CA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have been babysitting and tutoring since the age of 13, and working as a summer camp counselor at various camps for the past 6 years. I have worked at theater camps, day camps for children with special needs, STEM focused summer camps, and have worked as a children's surf instructor !
I have a car, and feel comfortable...
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Emma B.
Goleta, CA
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as kind, enthusiastic, unique
I like working with kids because they keep me on my toes. I have been working with children since I was 16 with my first babysitting gig and I absolutely fell in love.
I started working with kids when I was 16 years old when a family friend reached out to me looking...
I started babysitting the neighborhood kids when I was 13! Since then, I've been a nanny, a math tutor, a kids' surf instructor, and teacher. I've even travelled with a family before to provide them extra support during their vacation, it was awesome!) I love working with kids and would be happy to give you peace of mind and a...
Kate M.
Goleta, CA
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Am An Outgoing, Funny, And Happy 19 Year Old Student Who Just Started At SBCC
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 19 years old and I just moved to Santa Barbara for school, and I'm from Sonoma county. I have over 6 years of experience working with kids. The past 5 summers I spent camp counseling and just this past summer I was promoted to be an assistant director of the whole camp. On top of that, I have nannied for 3 families in...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Stephanie. I am 20 years old and I currently attend University of California Santa Barbara as a biology major. However, I have lived in Scottsdale, Arizona my entire life. I have many years of experience in babysitting and childcare as I have been a babysitter from the age of 14. I have been working as a...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Elle M.
Goleta, CA
$14-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Elle and I am from San Clemente, California. I am currently attending school in Provo and looking to be a babysitter/nanny. I have been babysitting since I was in eighth grade. I am the oldest out of my siblings which is also why I love being around kids. I am first aid and CPR certified. I have my own car and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Anabelle C.
Goleta, CA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am 21 years old and have always had a love for working with kids. My mom works at an elementary school, so ever since I was young, I would help out with the kids in her class and volunteer during the summer in the kinder classes. I am also one of the oldest in a big family so I have experience taking care of my younger cousins...
Anabelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hi! I'm Erin. I have about 12+ years of experience in childcare, from providing in home care and babysitting to working with kiddos with special needs. I love working with kids of all ages and giving them space to learn naturally through play!
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ava O.
Goleta, CA
$33/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I am currently a sophomore in college. I have been babysitting since I was 14, and the last 3 years I have nannied for the same family. Unfortunately I had to leave them when I came up to Santa Barbara for school! I prioritize keeping the kids busy off of screens while keeping a clean environment and helping around the...
Hello! my name is Sasha! I am 18 years old and currently living in goleta. I have 3 years of experience with children ages 3 months to 12 years. I can help with any daily tasks, errands, and Grocery Shopping if needed! I am CPR certified and have coached children's gymnastics for 2 years along with babysitting infants and...
Sasha can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Catalina G.
Goleta, CA
$20-37/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've been babysitting since I was 15. I have 4 years of experience with kids and pets. I have an associates in psychology and I will soon have a bachelors in psychology and brain science. I'm CPR certified and have a reliable means of transportation.
Hello!! I have been working with kids for over four years now. I have babysat for a boy who was almost 1 years old until now when he just joined preschool and have nannied/babysat families of all ages up to 9 years old! I am familiar with the transition from bottle feeding to solid foods, have helped learn new words, and have...
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Sarah R.
Goleta, CA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a full-time Nursing student during the school year and also work in a retirement community part time. I have been babysitting for friends and family for the past 13 years and love spending time with my nieces and nephews. I enjoy filling my time with outside activities, cooking and working on projects. I am happy to do...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lauren. I love playing with children and understand the patience and enthusiasm required to work with kids. I come from a very well mannered home with parents who have taught me to be the best person I can be. I have always taken care of my younger brother and his friends, this included driving them around,...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Brenna G.
Goleta, CA
$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Am A Friendly, Creative, Optimistic, Kind, Full-of-energy Student Who Is Excited To Help You Out!
Hi! I am a 21-year-old, Communications student at Santa Barbara City College with hopes of writing children's books and opening an animal shelter in the future! I have been a nanny, babysitter and a cheer coach for two separate programs for young children. My friends would describe me as a "child at heart" because I love movies,...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved my nanny/ babysitting jobs and enjoy being around kids and babies. I have around 9 years of experience babysitting/ nannying kids and babies of all ages. I have my own car for transportation and do not smoke. I'm also totally comfortable with pets and love animals!
Emeline can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Charlotte B.
Goleta, CA
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! I've been babysitting for around eight years, and I've always had a passion for working with little ones and helping them learn and grow. I've had amazing experiences babysitting with kids of all ages from babies to teenagers. I'm patient, calm, creative, supportive, and kind, and of course think it's super important to have...
Grace F.
Goleta, CA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Grace and I am a junior at UCSB! I am pre-med, used to be a lifeguard, as well as took babysitting courses in which I have been CPR and Red Cross certified! I have babysitting for almost 6 years now. I additionally previously had nannied for a family with a 6-month-old and 4-year-old back in my hometown for almost...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Sabrina C.
Goleta, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm available for part-time child care jobs as I apply for new positions in tech. I have 5+ years of experience working with children through babysitting, volunteer work, after-school daycares and summer camps!
Sabrina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
I began babysitting for my neighbors 2 children ages 4 and 6. Then I began to babysit for my mother's coworkers child who was 3! I have 3 other experiences babysitting! I currently work at a tax services place
I'd describe my personality as cheerful, kind, and understanding
I like working with kids because growing up I was an...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Goleta, CA:
How can I find a Goleta babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Goleta, 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 83 babysitters in Goleta, 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 Goleta, CA?
The average rate for Goleta, CA babysitters on Care.com is $19.81 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 Goleta, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Goleta, 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 Goleta, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Goleta, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 83 listed babysitters.