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Babysitters in Mountain Center, CA

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Daniela M.


Rancho Mirage, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Date Night And Occasional Weekend Care

5.0

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children for 10+ years. It all started with the usual babysitting a teenager does for some extra money, but it became much more than that. Children became one of my passions. For this reason, I pursued Early Child Education and Development in college after I graduated. I believe that in order to be...
Daniela can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Daniela was hired to watch our 7 month old when I went back to work. She was with us for over a year and we were thrilled to have found her on Care.com. She became like family to us and our daughter loved her. Dani was always so engaged with our daughter. She would...

Allison K.

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Sydney M.


Indian Wells, CA

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of experience as a Babysitter and almost two years as a Nanny. I am also CPR and First aid certified! I absolutely love working with children and am in college to become an elementary school teacher. When I'm not at work I enjoy baking, reading and hanging out with friends. I am currently working with a family...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sydney was wonderful! Excellent communication, very kind and patient."

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Cynthia R.


La Quinta, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Babysat Children Of All Ages And Raised Three Children Of My Own

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of three and a grandmother of two. I have babysat and dogsat for numerous families in the Desert for the past 8 years. I am a retired real estate paralegal and am available for part-time child care, pet care, home management, or personal assistant. I also do home organization.
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Cynthia is absolutely wonderful! I wish I lived near her so I could work with her long term. She babysat/nannied my 2.5 yr and 8 month old boys for a whole week. She brought new, little toys for the boys to play with (which they LOVED) and even made us cookies. She...

Tom M.

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Yvette S.


Cathedral City, CA

$20-36/hr20 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been taking care of children for the past 20 years because I'm passionate about helping children grow, learn, and reach their full potential. As a creative and friendly individual, I connect easily with children and create a safe and nurturing environment where they thrive. I keep parents updated on their child's day and am...
Yvette can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Alice R.


Cathedral City, CA

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Alice and I am a recent graduate from the University of Southern California. I am currently pursuing a graduate degree in school psychology from CSUN. I have experiencing working as a nanny for a baby, working at a preschool, and working with children with autism. A little about me: I'm active, love the...
Alice can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alice watched my 1year old daughter when I went to Palm Desert to play a tennis tournament. She came to the tennis club I was playing at and stayed with my daughter while I played. She's sweet, reliable, and a great sitter! My daughter had a great time with her!...

Carlota L.

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Dalila P.


Palm Springs, CA

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Dalila . Like the song Hey there Delilah . I am 26 years old , I enjoy watching and caring for children and having a fun time . I love reading and crafting with kids, baking and having dance part while doing activities together . I am patient, respectful, punctual , friendly , well mannered . Vigilant about health...
Dalila can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Dalila was awesome. Punctual, polite, and our kids enjoyed their time with her. She was very courteous and communicated well when we reached out to her. I definitely recommend her to anyone! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10"

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Arianna A.


Indio, CA

$20-22/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Arianna (Ari), I have over 8 years of experience babysitting/taking care of kids. As the oldest sibling I have took care of younger kids for over 10 years now, cooking for them and watching over them as if they're my own kids when parents were working. I love kids and babies and it would be a pleasure to help you...
Arianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Great with kids, follows tasks efficiently and is all around a great and caring person both of my kids felt safe."

Jose S.

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Destiny R.


La Quinta, CA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Part/full Time Care Giver Available

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello :) My name is Destiny and I have a heart for children. I have experienced caring for children between the ages of 0 weeks through 17 years old. In my experience I have fed, bathed, read to, sleep trained, helped W/ homework, behavioral intervention, carpooled to/from school, and did light cleaning in the home. I also have...
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

Early Education

5.0
"Destiny cares for our 18-month-old twins, and we feel like we hit the lottery with her. It was obvious to us right away that she has a lot of experience with children and has a legitimate background in early childhood development. Our kids definitely love her,...

Chad H.

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Luisa U.


La Quinta, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Therapeutic And Cheerful Sitter

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Mabuhay! My name is Luisa, 46 years old, have a General Education credential and a Registered Behavior Technician. These experiences give me a unique perspective in assisting families in need of ABA services. Currently, I am working full time in local school district here in the valley as paraprofessional for Special...
Luisa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Luisa is amazing! We hired her to come watch out 6 month old son two night while we were in town for a wedding. Luisa showed up on time, came with toys and got right to it. She walked with our son around the hotel, played with him and got him down for bed with out...

Susan L.

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Analy L.


Cathedral City, CA

$27/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Analy ~ Pronounced ANA-LEE! I am a 2022 graduate from California State University, San Bernardino where I received my Bachelors Degree in Sociology - Social Service and Community Research concentration. I am looking to occasionally care for children when not at my full time job. I have had years of experience...
Analy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Analy is AWESOME, showed up early and even brought her own coloring books to keep our son entertained. While we were out she sent a few videos and let us know everything was going fine. Highly recommend and look forward to using her again in the future. Thanks...

Patrick C.

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Valerie R.


Indio, CA

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Valerie, and I'm currently attending University online to complete my Bachelor's Degree in environmental science. I hope to contribute to saving our environment and planet. In the mean time, I like to spend my time reading and writing. I work here on Care. com to pay for my expenses. I've always loved working with...
Valerie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was so wonderful with our 3 month old. She is calm and was able to soothe him and take great care of him. She was also flexible with our schedule and helpful in all ways. Would highly recommend. "

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Flor V.


Indian Wells, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny (Experienced With Special Needs Kids!)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

:D Hello! My name is Flor and I've been babysitting children ages 0-12 for as long as I can remember! I have extensive experience not only in Childcare but also as a Private Tutor. I also absolutely love animals as well so I can guarantee you will not be disappointed in choosing me if your household includes furry babies! I've...
Flor can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Flor was wonderful and provided childcare for our four kiddos ranging in age from 20 months to 6 years, allowing our two families to enjoy a much needed adults-only outing. She was incredibly communicative both in advance of our scheduled sit and during the evening...

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Monica P.


La Quinta, CA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Childcare / Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

*Currently unavailable for the rest of the 2018 season, please check back for schedule availability* My experience starts with being a stay at home mother of four boys. On a daily basis we would play, learn, laugh and love. We spent a lot of time outside at parks, beaches, and tennis courts. When indoors, we would read,...
Monica can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Monica is the perfect sitter. She is reliable, personable and my son absolutely adored her. She is very intelligent and I feel confident leaving my child in her care."

Danetta V.

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Jennifer S.


Thousand Palms, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 26 years old. I am extremely passionate about teaching and caring for children. I have 5 wonderful nieces and nephews that I'm extremely close to. I love to write music and sing. I love animals. I have 3 dogs that are considered my furry kids. My husband and I do not yet have children, but plan to in the near future. I have...
5.0
"We found Jennifer through Care.com and she is an amazing sitter. Very loving and caring and completely reliable. She worked with us for six months on a weekly basis and we consider to be family now. I would be happy to give recommendation for her to anyone."

Kelli M.

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Hannah S.


Indio, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Your Child's New BFF!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

With over a decade of experience in childcare, I began babysitting at the age of 12 and have since expanded my expertise across various settings. My career includes going to school to become a teacher, nannying, babysitting and currently, I am employed at a daycare where I care for children aged 2 to 12 years. I have experience...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Maya J.


La Quinta, CA

$22-50/hr6 yrs exp

Georgetown Grad Student - Great With Kids

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently working full-time for the Coachella Valley Firebirds in Sales, however now that the season is over I find myself with some free time to do some babysitting! I am a UCLA graduate and have just graduated from Georgetown for my Master's in sports Industry Management so am well educated. I have been babysitting for...
Maya can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
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Emma R.


La Quinta, CA

$22-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Emma and I'm 23 years old. I have my Bachelor's in Recreation and Sport Management. I am currently working on my Master's in the same field. I have babysat my younger cousins for years and love kids and pets! I also did an internship with Child and Youth Programs on a Navy base. I am CPR/AED and NASM Personal...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Claudia S.


Indio, CA

$20-36/hr1 yrs exp

Fun And Crafty Sitter

Hello, my name is Claudia but I like to go by my middle name Dani! I am currently in the area throughout the next couple of months while I figure out job opportunities as a post-grad. I am seeking to work with a wonderful family. I have experience nannying and I also have experience taking care of family friends' kids. I am...
Claudia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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Catherine M.


La Quinta, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider/Nanny

Hello. I am looking forward to meeting you and your family. Whether for just one night or day, or something more long-term, I can help your family with my dedication to quality care and my enthusiasm. I am married and have 4 grown sons. I have over 20 years of experience working at preschools. I have 34 units in Early Childhood...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Trustline Certified

Early Education

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Nathalie T.


Indio, CA

$18/hr9 yrs exp

Affordable, Anytime, Loving Babysitter

Hi families! My name is Nathalie. I'm so excited to offer you my child care services! I'm available anytime, last minute, or with advance notice. If you need a date night sitter, a sitter to watch your kids while you work or go to school, or even just a sitter while you handle errands, any type of sitter you need I'm here I'm...

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Mountain Center, CA

Daniela M.

5.0

Daniela was hired to watch our 7 month old when I went back to work. She was with us for over a year and we were thrilled to have found her on Care.com. She became like family to us and our daughter loved her. Dani was always so engaged with our daughter. She would play endless games with our baby,...

- Allison K.

Sydney M.

5.0

Sydney was wonderful! Excellent communication, very kind and patient.

- Care member

Cynthia R.

5.0

Cynthia is absolutely wonderful! I wish I lived near her so I could work with her long term. She babysat/nannied my 2.5 yr and 8 month old boys for a whole week. She brought new, little toys for the boys to play with (which they LOVED) and even made us cookies. She went above and beyond -- folded my...

- Tom M.

Alice R.

5.0

Alice watched my 1year old daughter when I went to Palm Desert to play a tennis tournament. She came to the tennis club I was playing at and stayed with my daughter while I played. She's sweet, reliable, and a great sitter! My daughter had a great time with her! Would totally hired her again and...

- Carlota L.

Dalila P.

5.0

Dalila was awesome. Punctual, polite, and our kids enjoyed their time with her. She was very courteous and communicated well when we reached out to her. I definitely recommend her to anyone! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10

- Care member

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