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60 babysitters are listed in La Palma, CA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in La Palma, CA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Jennifer and I have a background in Early Childhood Education and I am seeking a full time for a part time job as a nanny. I have an AA degree in Child Development, I have 9 year experience working as preschool teacher, and 4 years experience as a nanny. I can input my knowledge from my child development...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"My husband and I were truly impressed by Jennifer, her experience, skills, and love for working with children. Her references were amazing as well! She was punctual for our interview and was able to share her passion for working with families and caring for...
Bre W.
Sarah C.
La Palma, CA
$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Occasional Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs.
I first began taking care of children around 12 years old, when I babysat my three younger cousins, one of which has autism. Around this time, I started volunteering in my church's nursery, taking care of children ranging in the ages of 18 months- 2 years. I continued to volunteer there until my senior year of high school. I...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Kylie H.
La Palma, CA
$18-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
As a caregiver, my passion for nurturing and educating children stems from my rewarding experiences in previous babysitting roles. My patient and friendly nature creates a warm and welcoming environment for children to thrive. I believe in open communication with parents, providing regular updates and following their preferred...
Kylie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
For 20 years I have been babysitting and have two school-aged children of my own. I enjoy taking the kids to the park and beach, library, reading, playing, etc. I have reliable transportation, CPR and First Aid certifications, a degree in Child and Adolescent Development, an early Childhood associate teacher certificate and a...
Edith can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"What a gem of a person! Edith has been sitting my two boys for the past 2 years and she has become like family to us. Being a mother of two kids herself, I have always felt like she looked after my kids like only a mother could. She is on top of schedules, meal...
Amelia W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Starting out as a nanny is an exciting journey, but also a daunting one. My experience with babysitting my nieces and nephew, as well as working as a hairstylist with children with anxiety and special needs, has given me a solid foundation for this new role. I am confident that my past experiences have prepared me for the...
5.0
"She's Well-prepared, Punctual, Honest, and she has a very kind sweet personality.
Yes, I would Recommend her."
Mercy P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a caregiver for a total of 20 years and counting. I absolutely love kids. I've been employed from day cares to parents looking for a trustworthy babysitter. I've watched after children whose ages ranged from newborns up to their teens. I always enjoy playing games with the children, taking them out to parks for fresh...
Blanca can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Blanca was very punctual and very organized in our interview. You can totally tell she takes pride in what she does. She had references, pictures of past families, and immunization readily ready for me to view. We decided to hire her for our one time babysitting...
Minhlan D.
Kalauna N.
La Mirada, CA
$25-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kalauna.
I'd describe my personality as fun loving, kind, and easy going. I am currently in between jobs but for the time being I am looking for some nanny/babysitting work.
I like working with kids because I remember how much my babysitter made a good impact on me and I strive to do the same.
I'm looking...
Kalauna can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Kalauna has been a blessing to our family. She helps keep our household together. I have a five-year-old and soon to be three-year-old that adore her. She is kind, caring, responsible, and very interactive with the children. She is very fun ways to engage with the...
Leann B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Liliana and I know how hectic schedules can be. I am a very creative, enthusiastic, energetic person. I love working with children, they are little rays of sunshine that can light anyone's day. I used to volunteer at a church daycare which gave me lot of experience caring for infants and toddlers of many ages and...
Liliana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We enjoyed working with Liliana. Though it was our first time, our toddler warmed up to Liliana fairly quickly. She was communicative, helpful and experienced in caring for little ones. I will be sure to invite and hire her again in the future. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have had over 10 plus years as a caregiver for adults and children. I also have 3 children of my own. 5, 9 and 12years of age. CPR certified and college degree in Business. I am available for occasional or part time care
Non smoker
Reliable, caring and patient!
Serafina can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Thank you Sera for watching my little ones for date night. They had a blast with you and your children!"
Elenaa R.
Yvonne W.
Fullerton, CA
$24/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.6
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
>Obtained a Associates Degree in English with a focus in Education. Pursuing further Education
> CPR and First Aid certified through American Red Cross.
> I do not mind light housework or pets
> Reliable source of transportation
> Trained and experienced in sleep training, transitioning into foods (soft foods, utensil usage &...
Yvonne can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Where do I begin??!!....Yvonne has been the best nanny we have had!...She is very caring, compassionate, observant, dependable and a great communicator.
She has taught our daughter so much in the short time we have had her. Our daughter has learned her shapes,...
Amy M.
3.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 3rd grade teacher seeking part time babysitting jobs over the summer. I have experience with ages as young as newborns to teenagers. Before my teaching career began, I worked at a childcare facility at California State University Fullerton with babies of 3 months old. I am comfortable changing diapers, doing...
Tania can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Tania provided back-up babysitting care for a few weeks for my 2 kids, ages 4 and 5, after our previous nanny returned to college out of state. Tania was reliable, punctual, responsible, and great with the kids."
Lori B.
Kong J Y.
Fullerton, CA
$22-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Fun Sitter With Positive Energy And Positive Reinforcement
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 4+ years of experience working with children on the autism spectrum, teens, and teens with mental illness. My background is in clinical psychology and social work. I can help with crafts, education, and light cooking.
Kong J can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"He accommodated my request to come earlier than the time that was set up through the app. He arrived on time. Asked for directions if anything specific needed to be done with the children. He followed all the instructions. Gave snacks on time. My kids liked him....
Arshdeep J.
Bobbi Q.
Garden Grove, CA
$23-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Bobbi I am 24 with a 4-year-old daughter of my own. I enjoy interacting with children, pets , elderly so much that Last summer I worked at Swim safe where I taught infants and toddlers how to swim which was a really fun experience. I have always babysat neighborhood kids and relatives from ages 7months-12yrs. I...
Bobbi can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I knew Bobbi from a family friend Bobbi is a very kind and soft spoken young lady she is very patient with my children and they love playing with her she creates wonderful activities for them and they always ask me when is “Bobbi coming I want to show her my new...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I live in Orange County, Ca I am in my 40's I have two grown boys. I have been in the child care industry for over 20 years. I enjoy working with children.
Duties: Get Kids Ready, Crafts, Reading, Playing, Light House Work, Meal Prep, Outside play, Walks...
I'm looking for a long term position. I'm willing to work overnight...
Amy can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Amy is always on time and very dependable. I know she is on here as a nanny, but for me she is my caregiver. I have had her for 2 years now and she is wonderful. She helps with meals, light housework, laundry and assisting with doctor visits."
Brandie S.
Ivonne T.
Signal Hill, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Long Beach Child Care Provider Available Part Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate extensive in childcare. I worked with children for more than 10 years Reliable and cheerful person, CPR /first aid certified, non smoker, good driving record, Spanish/ English speaker, reliable and trustworthy . I love caring children and find them fascinating , fun and educational. In my leisure time, I enjoy...
Ivonne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kind, caring, loving of pets and children, extremely trustworthy."
Melody D.
Kamy C.
La Mirada, CA
$25-41/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Would Love To Get An Opportunity To Work With Your Family.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm kamy
I really enjoy working with kids. I have been apart of camps and programs working with kids around the ages of 3-8. I'd love to be a help not only to you but to your children and make sure that they're in a safe and positive environment. I have had 5 years of child development courses, as well as an intern at...
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Kamy is amazing with my kids and come through for us at last minute! Much appreciated! Will definitely be hiring her again soon!"
Jessica P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy my job as a caregiver, housekeeper cleaning. I like to make families happy and make their life easier. I am a very responsible person with own transportation, clean background and with good references.
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Elizabeth is caring, ethical and professional. She is an advocate for her client's well-being and is very trustworthy. She has brought joy and hope to our loved ones. She cooks nutritious and delicious meals. We are so lucky to find a gem like her. "
Care member
Ahyoung K.
Stanton, CA
$20-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.7
(10)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ahyoung and I am currently a college student majoring in Elementary Education to become an elementary school teacher. I am highly experienced with children of all ages and know the proper care for babies 2m-18m when it comes to sleep training, teething, tummy time, and more. I have been nannying with care. com for 5...
Ahyoung can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was amazing! Got along with the kids right away and everything went smoothly. :0) Can't ask for better than that! Definitely will be hiring her again."
June Y.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Karley! I am a current college student at Cypress College and am a political science major! My experience for child care came early on when I started to babysit younger family members, and the children of family friends! I of course had interaction with children throughout my time working in hospitality, but my...
Karley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Karley to nanny for us from the time my daughter was 14 mo. old to 16 mo. old (being a pandemic baby, we then decided to put her in daycare to finally be around other kids). Karley was great with my daughter, who was beginning to transition from sweet babe...
Jessica B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have over 12 years of experience working with children of all ages in several different settings including schools, tutoring, after school care and clinics. I've also taught art classes, yoga and language arts for children. I am a current preschool- kinder teacher and Spanish teacher, homeschool educator and a mama...
Silvana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have Silvana for our two sons' regular schooling and also Spanish tutoring ( grade 3 and 4). Silvana is punctual, flexible and patient with kids. Her experience as a school teacher makes tutoring very productive. I would highly recommend Silvana to our family...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in La Palma, CA
Jennifer P.
5.0
We have worked with Jennifer for about a year now and she is awesome. She is great with our two year old and has been a huge help to our family. She is very sweet and always very punctual. We are very grateful for her!
- Care member
Edith L.
5.0
We have had the pleasure of working with Edith for several weeks and highly recommend her! She brings a very calm energy into every situation, is experienced and was attentive to my son's needs. I like that she met him where he was at and built on what he was doing in the moment to educate and...
- Care member
Amber D.
5.0
She's Well-prepared, Punctual, Honest, and she has a very kind sweet personality.
Yes, I would Recommend her.
- Mercy P.
Blanca M.
5.0
Blanca was very punctual and very organized in our interview. You can totally tell she takes pride in what she does. She had references, pictures of past families, and immunization readily ready for me to view. We decided to hire her for our one time babysitting job this April to watch our 9 month...
- Minhlan D.
Kalauna N.
5.0
Kalauna has been a blessing to our family. She helps keep our household together. I have a five-year-old and soon to be three-year-old that adore her. She is kind, caring, responsible, and very interactive with the children. She is very fun ways to engage with the little ones and teach them a...
- Leann B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in La Palma, CA:
How can I find a La Palma babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in La Palma, 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 3 babysitters in La Palma, 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 Palma, CA?
The average rate for La Palma, CA babysitters on Care.com is $18.33 per hour as of April 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 Palma, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in La Palma, 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.