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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
Oluwatosin A.
Anaheim, CA
$20-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My name is Joy. I have over six years of experience working with special needs children in various capacities that care is needed. This includes autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome.
I would describe myself as a compassionate, reliable, hardworking, observant and a patient person.
Oluwatosin can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joy has exceeded all expectations. She is everything you want and need in a caregiver. She is very kind, patient, gentile, and quick to recognize when to be helpful. Joy is a very unique person. She is self motivated and willing to go above and beyond to help....
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a married women who choose to put my nursing career on hold to take care and raise my sisters 3 girls. I'm First Aid/CPR certified with child, infant, and toddler experience. I have been a nanny to a family of twins for 5 years until they relocated to Texas. I have been a pre-school teachers aid for 2 years. We have also...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Patient and dedicated nanny enthusiastic about working with children of all ages. Seeks a position in a daycare setting.
Organized, friendly and reliable nanny seeking for a family. Excellent communicator well versed in early childhood environments. Attentive caregiver to 1-3 infants and preschool children for 11...
Lourdes can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lourdes is truly an incredible find for child care! We have been so lucky to have her around with our 18month old. I cannot highly recommend her enough- she is kind, engaged, compassionate, and incredibly helpful all around. We love Lourdes! "
Lauren T.
5.0
(16)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Shannon, nice to meet you :)
I have tons of experience. I've been a live in Nanny, Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny, Babysitter & I'm a single mom with a teen. I know what kids are like & what they need, I actually listen to them. I love kids & I'll treat your babies like they are my own. I don't mind sick kids or...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Shannon has been caring for our son for over 2 years. She has been great with him and he can be pretty challenging at times. She has helped him with homework and navigating social skills. She has been a pleasure to work with for both us and him."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience in my field of work. Included is baby-sitting infants and minor children. I also do light house cleaning and preparation of meals. I pride myself on being a good role model to the children and parents whom I am employed by. I am a quick to learn what a child's interest are and use that to help with...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I cannot say enough about this wonderful lady! We have had Maria (Carmen) in our lives for over a year now, and she not only takes excellent care of our home, but she is amazing with our two children! They both love her very much, and she has become part of our...
Lauren T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for over 14 years. I currently work at a high school with Special Needs students and nanny a 7-year-old in Tustin. I am seeking a nanny position closer to home.
Angela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"I have had Angela as a sitter for my adult disabled daughter for 3 years. She is a wonderful, caring provider, dependable provider and I have never had any reason to question my decision to hire her. She has been such a help to me and my family, which has allowed...
Sharon L.
4.7
(12)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Danielle, a certified Early Childhood Elementary Teacher actively seeking weekday evening care roles and occasional weekend caregiving positions. With over a decade of experience working closely with children, I've developed a keen ability to listen attentively and adopt a student's mindset to understand their...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"My kids and I traveled from Northern CA for an extended family weekend in Anaheim. I was very unsure about leaving my 2 littlest kids with a caretaker to attend a wedding during our stay. The hotel had recommended care.com & thankfully, through that recommendation,...
Megan V.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Angelena, or Lena, I'm 24, a CNA & current Nursing student at CSUF. I'm very passionate about early education & strongly believe that good communication between you, the parents, and myself is vital. I'm experienced with children age 0-12, with my most common being infant-preschool age. I've also been multiple...
Angelena can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We used her on our first time leaving our son ever- which as a mom is super nerve-racking! Lena came over a few days before to meet us and our son- under a year old btw, she is incredibly warm and great with children, also with our large dog. We have used her...
Jen S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been a nanny for multiple families, however, most of my experience has come from caring for my two younger brothers since they were born and being a mom myself. I've volunteered at after school programs for elementary school students, helping with homework, doing arts and crafts and taking part in outdoor activities. I...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jordan was such a treat to have around! I work from home most of the time and she was an incredible help to us and extended her hours when we had our occasional date nights. She was never late and always showed up with a smile!"
Kristen H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a graduate of Cal State Fullerton. I graduated in 2019 with a BA in psychology, and a minor in child and adolescent development. In May, I returned to school to get my masters in psychology. I currently work in a group home with at risk youth. With the stressors of work, I am not fully able to concentrate on my school work,...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia watched our 2 children full time. She was always on time and never missed a day. She was wonderful with the kids and showed great patience even when they were being difficult. Our children miss her dearly. Olivia would be a great asset to any family who is...
Lisa R.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
A little bit about me; my name is Halie and I am 29 years old.
I have both personal and professional experience working with children from infant to teenage years. I come from a big family and I am the oldest child, so I have always had a lot of responsibility with helping look over my little siblings. I have also been the go to...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Halie has been our full-time nanny for over a year. She has been wonderful with our 4 year old daughter with special needs. She’s very gentle and patient, and has developed a beautiful bond with our daughter.
Halie takes full care of S during the work day - she...
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Mia T.
Long Beach, CA
$17-26/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of Baby Sitting & Care taking experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, School Work, and Crafts.
Mia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Mia is an amazing nanny, and loves our two kids like they were her own. She's very engaging and brings activities to keep the kids entertained. She's great about following our schedules and making sure the kids stay on routine. My son often asks when she's coming...
Brenda S.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience and I am comfortable with newborns to young teens. I believe that the most important part of my job is to be a partner with the parents to improve the lives of their young children. As a nanny I completed these tasks: planned and provided age-appropriate activities, planned and accompanied children on...
Flor can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We are foster parents and had an emergency placement last February. Went from no kids to 2 girls, one about to turn 4 and the other would soon turn 3. Early on we knew we would need help and after interviewing Flor knew she was the best fit. She was amazing,...
Kalil V.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Kimberly I am currently a college student at Cal-State Long Beach, majoring in Social Work.
I possess a full drivers license and CPR certification. I have also taken several courses on age appropriate child activities and household safety management.
My experience include preparing meals, driving children...
Kimberly can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kim is amazing. She cooked and took care of our 18 month old for her summer break. She still does occasional on some days. We love her. Always on time and very reliable. We would recommend her to anyone! "
Sara S.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Taytum. I am a recent college graduate with my B. S. I have plenty of experience since I have a younger brother, 10 years younger than me & a younger cousin, I have been babysitting/nannying on care/fb groups for the past 4 years, I recently taught English to children ages 3-16 this summer, and I was a snowboard...
Taytum can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Quick response, very flexible, very committed to the job."
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Emily E.
Whittier, CA
$18-28/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Emily and I'm 21 years old. I am a certified EMT so I have all my First Aid/CPR/AED certifications. I recently had a baby girl named Skyla so now I have a bunch of new experiences that benefit my nanny jobs. I used to be a lifeguard at Great Wolf Lodge so I can recognize potential hazards for your child(ren) in and...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily was a huge part of our family for the last few months and we miss her and would definitely hire her again. We are foster parents and Emily was our (now 4 month old) foster-son's nanny before he reunited with his extended family in Virginia. She is very...
Carrie D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Karine, I'm 30 years old. I am originally from Brazil. I got a degree in Tourism and Hospitality and a master's in People Management. I speak Portuguese, Spanish, English and I am currently studying French. I worked in hotels for several years in Brazil. My last role it was as an Operational Manager, so I was...
5.0
"Karine was hired to do regular cleaning and some light meal prep. She’s extremely thorough and helpfully provides notes on what she’s cleaned and what she is planning to clean via Apple’s reminders app, where we can go in and add/reprioritize. When she’s done...
Doug S.
Rebecca C.
Westminster, CA
$17-60/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My Name is Rebecca but you can call me Becca :) , I'm 25 years old and I graduated in 2017 from High School. 03/06/24 I became a mom to a baby girl and it had been the best thing for me !!! I also have experience taking care of my nieces and occasionally watching family friends kids over the years. My nieces ages are 13 and 10...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Rebecca was there for me in a last minute situation. She was also a great baby sitter my 4 year old said she played and colored with him the whole day. She made sure my boy was well fed, happy and engaged. I would absolutely recommend Rebecca to my friends and...
Erik H.
Jillian S.
Lakewood, CA
$25/hr • 16 yrs exp
Part-time Caregiver. Available Full Time When Summer Starts And School Ends!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children for over 13 years now! Mostly a bunch of organizations (through church) with child care. I had a nanny position for almost 2 year. (both families moved away) I am a full time student working on my Teaching Credentials for Single-Subject Art (so I would love to do arts and crafts with your kids). I...
Jillian can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jill was amazing for our family! She watched our son for about 6 months and was so caring and creative with play activities for him. She is very punctual and respectful of your home, and reinforces any discipline or learning styles the parents/family may want. She...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am very patient, caring, and flexible. I have worked with children that range from the ages of 0 (i. e. newborns) to 12+ years. I have 8 siblings, so I naturally have lots of experience helping to raise and take care of my siblings all of my life. My paid experience includes teaching in 5 different preschools, coaching...
Destiny can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Destiny started working with our family when our daughter was about 10 months old, and took care of our little one for almost 2 years. She quickly adapted to our family and was absolutely wonderful with our daughter. She wasn’t just a nanny, she really became a...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in La Palma, CA
Oluwatosin A.
5.0
Oluwatosin, or Joy as we know her, is a beautiful, kind, smart, caring, reliable, honest, gentle, amazing person. She has been helping my Mom, an Alzheimer's patient, for 2 years. We met her through a friend and I trust her completely. Joy is very highly educated, well informed, a great problem...
- Care member
Lourdes T.
5.0
We had Lourdes as our nanny a few years ago and then again with my second child, because she was so amazing the first time. I trust her like family, and even though we are so comfortable with her as a nanny, she is always professional. The kids love her and she has always been so attentive to their...
- Care member
Shannon O.
5.0
Shannon is wonderful! She was our regular, go-to babysitter for our little toddler for nearly a year, until we had to relocate. Our LO loved her and used to light up whenever she came over. She's reliable, resourceful, and fun, and she understands the needs of kids as well as the needs of working...
- Care member
Maria R.
5.0
Carmen (Maria) was the full time nanny for my son from the time he was 8 weeks to one year. She became part of the family and we are so appreciative of her love and support with our son. He started daycare which is the only reason we had to part ways but she was such a blessing to us.
- Ashley B.
Angela V.
5.0
I have had Angela as a sitter for my adult disabled daughter for 3 years. She is a wonderful, caring provider, dependable provider and I have never had any reason to question my decision to hire her. She has been such a help to me and my family, which has allowed me to go to work with no worries...
- Sharon L.
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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.