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69 babysitters are listed in La Jolla, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in La Jolla, CA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm currently a preschool teacher for ages 3-4. I was previously a live-in nanny for 2 years. I have an Early Childhood Education and Speech Pathology degree and love working with children!
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kait is Great! I trust her with my son, she keeps him busy with activities and is punctual/good communicator. I definitely recommend her!"
Ryan L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Maricela. I am working on my MFA in Theatre Design..
Being a nanny has allowed me to balance my artistic pursuits with caring for children. Nannying has been my full-time focus for nearly 3 years, with a particular emphasis on caring for infants and toddlers. I adapt well to different lifestyles and environments and...
Maricela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Miss Maricela helped me and my family over 3 months period while my 6 yo was out of school. She is very punctual, trustworthy, super patient, and provides one to one attention and is very engaging. My daughter loves her, they made lots of slime together, read two...
Alexandra S.
Fabiana F.
La Jolla, CA
$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time/ Full- Time Nanny And Family Assistant Available In January 2022
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I understand you are looking for an experienced, kind and caring Person to become part of your team.
I have over 15 years experience as Professional and Career Nanny. I have Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, 12 units in Child Development, I am certified in Brazil as a Teacher of foreigner language for children in...
Fabiana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Fabi nannied for our son for 6 months, starting when he was 18 months old, and still babysits for us regularly now. I can't say enough good things about her - she is incredibly caring, thoughtful, and engaging with our son. They did a number of activities, went on...
Erika H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a first-year medical student at the UCSD School of Medicine, looking to work part-time -or full-time in the summer - as a nanny. I have been working with kids ages 6 months old and up since the beginning of high school. I am great with infants and toddlers and have experience caring for multiple kids at once. I...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were so lucky we found Rachel! She nannied for our little man from when he was around 1 year old thru til 2.5. I always felt so comfortable with her around- she was warm, adaptable, followed instruction, and also just had a really grounded sensibility. I just...
Mandi V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Ayesha (eye-sha) and I'm looking forward to meeting you. My experience caring for children started when I was basically a child too. As the oldest sister, I was often tasked with looking after my younger siblings. I'm definitely a people-person and feed off the energy your child has. Loves to watch movies? I'm good with...
Ayesha can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Ayesha to watch our 1 year old daughter after preschool every day (3 hours on weekdays and an extended half-day on Fridays) as well as the occasional date night or morning. She was responsible for picking her up from preschool in her own car and watching...
Alexandra R.
Laura R.
La Jolla, CA
$24-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I have 15 years experience as a caregiver for babies, and children . I'm responsible, reliable and patient. I also love enriching the children's lives with activities - reading books, arts and crafts, take them to the beach, museums, libraries and parks, etc I have courses of a child development , certified CPR and first aid,
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Laura. She is a fantastic nanny with a lot of experience and a degree in child development. But most importantly she is a very loving, warm person and has a lot of love for kids. She took care of my kid since he was a few months old to preschool...
Maja G.
Hi, I'm Ady! I am a third year pre law student at UC San Diego with 5 years of experienced babysitting from ages 3mo-14 yrs old. In my spare time I love to read, hike, and bake. I am also an experienced tutor in both Math and English classes.
I've watched children from 3-10, and have a one year experience! I also volunteered to help children with special needs for one year!
Songmin can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
I have cared for children from the ages of five and up through a variety of events. I went to a dance studio growing up and I would take care of the children through recital events to keep them busy and also took care of my younger cousins growing up. My mom was an excellent babysitter and I want to ensure that I do the same to...
Stacy can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Camille L.
La Jolla, CA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Camille, And I Am A Very Experienced Babysitter Studying At UCSD.
I am a super responsible student at UC San Diego looking for a way to help afford college tuition! I am super well trained in childcare starting in eighth grade when neighbors would ask me to babysit as they went out on date nights. It progressed to a part time job in high school when I worked for the YMCA as a CPR and first aid...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi There! I'm Giovanna. I have over 10 years of babysitting experience. I am very reliable, punctual, and fun! I am CPR certified. I am able to cook, clean, play, etc. I love children and am very excited to get in touch! :)
Giovanna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
I have over 8 years of experience caring for children aged 2-18, including assisting with homework, organizing creative activities, and hanging out in a safe environment. Currently, I work full time but am looking to babysit during nights and weekends.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I love taking care of kids. I have four nieces and nephews from the ages of 6 months to 11 years old, so I have plenty of experience with kids and caring for babies.
Maya can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
I am an experienced babysitter who most recently babysat a family of 6 so I am comfortable with all ages. This summer I'd love to help out parents who have their hands full!
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, reliable, and kind.
I like working with kids because they always keep things fun. It is hard to have a bad day...
Ava can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Riley T.
La Jolla, CA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/babysitter Looking For Summer Position(s)
I have a wide range of experience working with children. In addition to nannying and babysitting, I was formerly a gymnastics coach, worked in an inclusive preschool (children with and without disabilities), and worked for the YMCA. I have over 5 years combined experience with children ranging from 8 months-14 years old, and I...
Riley can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Elisa, and I am bilingual in Spanish and English. With 9 years of babysitting experience, I also have worked as a counselor in a program specializing in children with autism and behavioral issues. Though I have a full-time job, I genuinely enjoy babysitting in my free time. I'm active, caring, outgoing, and...
Elisa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Maili D.
La Jolla, CA
$15-27/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Am Maili, Brazilian, 27yo, Looking For Overnights And Babysitting. Have Experience W/ All Ages!
Hi parents,
If you are looking for temporary childcare during the holiday season and winter school break, I will be available for full-time hours starting on December 23rd.
I am Maili, Brazilian, 29 yo and living in Pacific Beach. A little bit about me:
- Over 4 years of experience working as a nanny and babysitter with kids...
Maili can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hey! I am a student at UCSD studying Cognitive Science and looking to earn some money in the side :) I grew up with a younger sister who has special needs and 4 step-siblings who I took care of whenever my parents needed and extra hand, so my experience started before I began officially taking babysitting jobs in my neighborhood...
Simone C.
La Jolla, CA
$22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm a returning college student pursuing a career in veterinary medicine. I'm CPR + First Aid certified, and have experience primarily with children elementary-school aged and older. I look forward to creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment while supporting your family in whatever way you need!
LGBTQ+ friendly
Arriana M.
La Jolla, CA
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. With eight years of experience, I have the knowledge and skills to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your children. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing outdoor sports and educational games with children....
Arriana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in La Jolla, CA
Kaitlyn F.
5.0
Kait is Great! I trust her with my son, she keeps him busy with activities and is punctual/good communicator. I definitely recommend her!
- Ryan L.
Maricela A.
5.0
Maricela is dependable, reliable and just an all-around all star! She has become our go to person for all childcare needs!
- Care member
Fabiana F.
5.0
Fabi is an amazing caregiver and we feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with her. She cared for our daughter from 2 weeks to 3 months. She is clearly very experienced working with newborns and in addition to basic care (feeding, baths, changing, etc.), she made a real effort to...
- Kiki B.
Rachel F.
5.0
We were so lucky we found Rachel! She nannied for our little man from when he was around 1 year old thru til 2.5. I always felt so comfortable with her around- she was warm, adaptable, followed instruction, and also just had a really grounded sensibility. I just knew that if there was an emergency...
- Mandi V.
Ayesha A.
5.0
Ayesha has been a huge help taking care of our son! She is punctual, flexible and reliable. She's also great with our golden retriever.
- Adam N.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in La Jolla, CA:
How can I find a La Jolla babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in La Jolla, 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 69 babysitters in La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, CA?
The average rate for La Jolla, CA babysitters on Care.com is $21.28 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 La Jolla, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in La Jolla, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 69 listed babysitters.