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60 babysitters are listed in Menlo Park, CA
The average posted rate is $28/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Menlo Park, CA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years experience with nannying and babysitting, as well as with teaching art/wood shop and caring for kids with learning differences such as autism. I'm a mom to a wonderful toddler and I currently babysit with and without him. He's starting preschool soon, so I'm excited to start working with more families while...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lisa is fantastic with kids of all ages, dependable, patient, and fun. I recommend her to any parent looking for a reliable sitter/nanny who will spend quality time with kids doing board games, crafts, reading, playground and museum trips, and more."
Brian G.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hello, Im Camila from Colombia. I worked as an AUPAIR here in the Bay Area for 2 Years, Almost 3 Years ago, It was a wonderful experience. I was taking care of 3 Children: two boys of 13 And 12, one girl of 6(now) . my responsibilities with the children consisted of feeding them, playing with them, taking them to school and...
Camila can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Camila is easy going, caring, friendly and communicative. My kids enjoy being around her. She has a clam demeanor and is great with my 10 yr old daughter and 8 yr old son! We are lucky to have found her!"
Jennie C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am also a certified postpartum doula and offer overnight care! Postpartum care includes support to both parents and baby as well as recovery as well as all the moving parts that your baby needs! I'd love to connect and touch more on my experience and answer any questions you might have. I have been in childcare long before...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We started working with Melissa when our son was about 2 months old. We desperately needed sleep and were fortunate enough to find Melissa! From the moment we met her we immediately felt at ease. She is extremely communicative and helped us establish a game plan...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am available for temporary or more long term help (I will be away the last two weeks of July). I recently just moved to the South Bay Area. I am a grad student at Palo Alto University. I live in Menlo Park and my classes are in Mountain View. I would be happy to be commute from either location. My hours are flexible...
Kaera can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kaera helped us out for a few weeks before she left the country for some travel. The kids loved her - she was up for anything, flexible, and easy to integrate into our lives for what was too short of a time!"
Jennifer T.
Guadalupe C.
Menlo Park, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Guadalupe. I am 52 years old and I have 20+ years of experience as a nanny. I have experience working with children ages from newborns to 10-year-olds. Im currently Iooking for a family that requires assistance with their children. I have experience working on a family daycare and with twins. I have good...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"responsive, on time and really caring. I heard she took good care of my son. "
Care member
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
When I was in undergrad school, I worked for a family for two years. I worked with a newborn baby up until he was 2 years old. I then worked as a behavioral technician with children on the spectrum, ages three to five years of age. Last, I worked as an Associate Kindergarten teacher for one year.
I have a bachelors degree in...
Hello!
My name is Madison and I was recently relocated to Menlo Park for work.
I am a graduate from the University of Colorado at Boulder. At CU, I was a division 1 soccer player and majored in Studio Art, while also obtaining minors in Business and Art History. I love being outdoors and anything involving sports as I live a...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Sarah F.
Menlo Park, CA
$30-67/hr • 8 yrs exp
College Student Back For The Summer Looking For Babysitting !
Hello! I'm 23, I have my license, I'm professional rescuer certified, and I've been babysitting since I was in 7th grade, so I got plenty of experience under my belt! I have experience with all age ranges, and most recently ran a summer camp (ages 6-12). I'm great for weekends and evenings or extra help around the house.
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Abigail T.
Menlo Park, CA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I love kids and have experience being a camp counselor, babysitter, and tutor for all ages and abilities throughout high school and college
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi All --
While I was previously a nanny to triplets, I am now currently working as a science writer at Stanford University. However, I am available to babysitting on afternoons or weekends. Hope to connect with you soon.
Katlyn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Katie N.
Menlo Park, CA
$26-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm 19 (I know, super young) but, I'm super responsible, reliable, and respectful. I have a sister of my own, she is 6 yrs old, my big girl.
I started babysitting at a super young age (but it only means I have experience). I started getting paid as soon as I was 16. Everyone who knows me knows I love working with kids and...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Katerin G.
Menlo Park, CA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a kind and respectful person I am creative I really like children because I have many nephews and I enjoy spending time with them I spent 3 years in Spain working as a babysitter and for 5 years here I have also worked in the same
Melanie G.
Menlo Park, CA
$23-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Melanie, I am studying Nutrition, at Foothill College. I am offering child care, pet care, and household services.
I would love to be a babysitter! I grew up in a big family and have been caring for children, pets, and houses since I was 14 years old. I cared for my nephew when he was 3-12 months old, and...
Natalia G.
Menlo Park, CA
$28-42/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello Everyone. I'm Natalia, From Colombia. I'll Be Very Happy To Hear About Your Family.
I'd describe my personality as energetic, helpful, creative.
I like working with kids because it's so much fun, there is always a lot of opportunity for physical and fun activities to do with them. I like to see how creativity, endless energy, enthusiasm, honesty and lovely kids are. Also, I learn from them every day.
As...
Natalia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Family! Thanks for checking my profile. I have 8 years of nanny/ babysitting/ child care experience. I am adaptable to come into any family situation comfortably & go off of what works for your family, plus adding my own knowledge. I can cook & help with various household tasks. Let me know what you need & I can help! I...
Aneesah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
Hi! My name is Andrea and I am a second year biology student at the University of Utah. I am currently at home in Menlo Park taking self-paced classes online. I have been a babysitter and a mother's helper for about 8 years and I am Red Cross Babysitter certified. I have experience babysitting children ages 3 months to 11 years...
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Anisia A.
Menlo Park, CA
$34/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Anisia, I Speak English And Spanish, And I Live In Menlo Park California
I've worked with children of all ages and I am very creative and an outdoor person. I also love creating new bonds with children and treat them as if they were my own.
Anisia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a dedicated mother of 5 with over 12 years of experience in childcare, I have a passion for nurturing and guiding children through every stage of their development. I take pride in creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
My strengths as a nanny include being highly...
Fernanda L.
Menlo Park, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I was an aupair and I lived with the same host family for two years, I took care of twins since there were 6yo to 8yo. Before that I also was a caregiver in Brazil and I have 5+ years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and making a positive impact on children's lives. My calm and friendly demeanor creates a...
Fernanda can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Zoe, I am an incoming senior at Gonzaga University studying psychology on the pre-health track. I have always loved working with kids! I am currently studying to become a child psychiatrist, since my dream job is to work with children :)
In regard to past experience, I've been working with kids for years. When I was...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Menlo Park, CA
Lisa G.
5.0
From the start, Lisa was the perfect babysitter for us. She arrived on time, communicated with us throughout the night, and even sent photos along the way. Our son Chase (8mos) loved spending time with her and I would hire her again in a heartbeat.
- Care member
Camila M.
5.0
Camila is easy going, caring, friendly and communicative. My kids enjoy being around her. She has a clam demeanor and is great with my 10 yr old daughter and 8 yr old son! We are lucky to have found her!
- Jennie C.
Melissa G.
5.0
Melissa is awesome!! She was great with our newborn son and was such a lifesaver in that newborn period of sleep deprivation. She was knowledgeable and provided not only nights of good sleep but also great advice in that overwhelming newborn period!
- Care member
Kaera S.
5.0
Kaera helped us out for a few weeks before she left the country for some travel. The kids loved her - she was up for anything, flexible, and easy to integrate into our lives for what was too short of a time!
- Jennifer T.
Guadalupe C.
5.0
Guadalupe was extremely caring, loving, attentive and playful with our 5 month old. She talked to him a lot and sang songs to him, and our son enjoyed being with her. She is experienced, and we trusted her with our baby. She was also wonderful to have around the house. We would hire her again!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Menlo Park, CA:
How can I find a Menlo Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Menlo Park, 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 33 babysitters in Menlo Park, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Menlo Park, CA?
The average rate for Menlo Park, CA babysitters on Care.com is $28.76 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 Menlo Park, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Menlo Park, 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 Menlo Park, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Menlo Park, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 30 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.