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60 babysitters are listed in Merced, CA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Merced, CA
5.0
(4)
Hello, my name is Alyssa and I'm 33years old. Since I was really young I've always enjoyed taking care of babies and little kids. I'm experienced with older kids too. I have been a volunteer assistant at my church's daycare and I have 3 nieces that I watch sometimes. I have completed six units of Early Childhood Education...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great with children. Highly recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Tatiana, and I currently have my bachelor's degree in child development with a minor in Psychology. I have been a babysitter for the past 5 years for various families, as well as my younger siblings. During which I was also a teacher's aide, after-school teacher, preschool intern, respite care provider and...
Tatiana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Samantha H.
Merced, CA
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Samantha! I'm 25 years old, born and raised in Merced. I have 9 years experience for caring for children of all ages. I first started in freshman year of high school with babysitting for family members and family friends. I then started volunteering at a local church's childcare. I volunteered for 2 years before...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Samantha was great with my kids. She so friendly, understanding and out going! I have a 1 year old boy and a 3 year old girl they love her! I'm definitely going to hire her again! I'm So happy to have found her! Thanks Samantha! "
Claire M.
Ysabel H.
Merced, CA
$17-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Ysabel. I am 26 years old. I have grown up babysitting my 13-year-old little sister, and was a nanny to two children for two years, ages 8-10 and 11-13. I was also a nanny to two other children, ages 18 months-2 years old and 6-10 months! As well as a nanny to a 3-4-year-old little boy, for a year! I am still...
Ysabel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ysabel is a wonderful, bright, and mature young lady. She is extremely hardworking and reliable. She puts her best into any job and brings a sense of positivity to every situation. You would be lucky to have her."
Lilia O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Michelle. I have been working with children since the age of 12 years old from babysitting family, supervising in the church and working full time providing direct care to children for the past decade. I love to do arts and crafts, going outside, sensory play, imaginative play, engaging in singing, dancing to...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle is a great communicator and does a great job keeping my children happy and safe."
Brittany N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there. My name is Douashee and I am currently 27 years old. I am a Hmong American who was born and raised here in Merced, California. I graduated from CSU Stanislaus as class of 2020 with my Sociology Degree. I am looking for a part time job as a nanny/babysitter. My past babysitting duties have included taking/picking up...
Douashee can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She has a very positive attitude and is amazing with my children! I am so happy she accepted the position "
Gabrielle B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kristy. I have previous experience as an infant/toddler preschool teacher as well as a day care owner. I have 15 early child development units. I am also a mother of five daughters ages 22-29, a 12-year-old granddaughter and 2 infant grandsons. I am trustworthy, reliable, responsible and a fun loving person. I've...
Kristy can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kristi was great ! She was such a trooper ! She helped watch my 8 month old daughter on my wedding day and her job was everything from ordinary! She was so great and my daughter loved her ! Thanks for doing an amazing job Kristi and sorry for the hectic day! I...
Rachel L.
Robin M.
Merced, CA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children other than my own for 10+ years. I enjoy working with children as well as doing arts and crafts and occasionally going to the library or park for outings. I enjoy reading to children as well as listen to them read. I have worked with children from infants to school age. Please feel free to contact me.
Robin can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Robin is very professional. She does a great job. "
James E.
I'd describe my personality as sweet, nice, & outgoing.
I like working with kids because their minds are endless. They are so creative and always willing to learn new things and I love teaching kids new skills.
I'm looking for a job that pays nice and has a good schedule.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am great with kids, worked with them almost my whole life. I've done sports, dance, and choir growing up over the years. I am now 26 years old and have my own transportation . I've worked with restaurants before such as sizzler in SoCal. Helped my grandpa and grandma around the house and with errands inside and outside of...
Sitona can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
Hello! I go by the name Isabel or Ella. I am currently a college student at Merced College, majoring in Radiology Technology and Biology. I have 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I can help with travel, swimming, supervision, cooking, cleaning and tutoring. I enjoy helping with any...
Marisabel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Patti S.
Merced, CA
$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love children and animals! I have 2 adult sons, and 2 cats. I love to garden and bike ride in my spare time.
Michelle M.
Merced, CA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm enthusiastic about nurturing and supporting children's growth and development. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of caring for children and the profound impact I...
Elizabeth B.
Merced, CA
$19-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My names Elizabeth. I'm 28 years old. I have 2 boys, my oldest is 5 years old and my youngest is 3. I've had experience babysitting multiple kids at the same time from 6 months old to 10year olds. I've been babysitting for the past 9 years. A little about myself, I took a break from babysitting and I went to school to become a...
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Rachel, I am currently a student at Stanislaus State and have a passion for taking care of kids. I have 4 years of experience through babysitting as well as volunteering at my church in the children's ministry. I do have a reliable car, so I am able to help with travel, errands and any other needs. I have a...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Jazlyn A.
Merced, CA
$17-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers, and I also spent three years babysitting a6-year-old girl on the autism spectrum. I truly love working with young kids, and I approach each child as an individual who I get to help grow and teach. I have experience preparing meals for children with dietary...
Jazlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I am a college student at UCM and I am looking for a part-time as a babysitter or nanny. I am pretty flexible with my time during the afternoon and evening. I speak Spanish and English and would love to help teach children a second language.
Gisell can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Michae J.
Merced, CA
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Michael, a recent graduate with a degree in Business Administration and a focus in Marketing, hailing from sunny Oakland, California. With a natural knack for patience, reliability, and care, I bring a blend of professionalism and warmth to every babysitting opportunity. Whether it's engaging in imaginative play,...
Luisa S.
Merced, CA
$17-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have been babysitting since I was 17 years old. I have babysat children between the ages of 8 months to 9 years old.
I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I have reliable transportation and can assist with any tasks you might need!
Luisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Hi my name is Morgan S. and I am currently pursuing my college education to be a teacher on top of playing softball at Dominican University of CA! I will be home for summer so I am looking to get a job in babysitting ! I am willing to work during the week and weekends as I have open availability! A few traits to I would use to...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Merced, CA
Alyssa M.
5.0
Alyssa is a very caring and capable caregiver. She has years of experience and is good with children or adults.
- Care member
Samantha H.
5.0
Samantha, is wonderful with children. She is responsible and kind. My kids love her to pieces and so do I. She makes babysitting fun and educational. I would definitely hire her again.
- Patricia H.
Ysabel H.
5.0
Ysabel is absolutely wonderful. Responsible, caring, trust worthy. Best babysitter I’ve had by far. Would hire her again in a heartbeat.
- Care member
Michelle L.
5.0
She Is an absolute delight and extremely helpful and thoughtful she cared for my two young boys as well as my animals. She would clean and offer to do errands if needed, she went above and beyond for our family. I am heart broken she had to relocate but she is amazing ! Our kids adored her!
- Hannah G.
Douashee X.
5.0
She has a very positive attitude and is amazing with my children! I am so happy she accepted the position
- Gabrielle B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Merced, CA:
How can I find a Merced babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Merced, 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 47 babysitters in Merced, 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 Merced, CA?
The average rate for Merced, CA babysitters on Care.com is $18.85 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 Merced, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Merced, 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 Merced, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Merced, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.