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60 babysitters are listed in National City, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in National City, CA
5.0
(15)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a Child Development major. I have 5 years of experience as a babysitter. I babysit for different age groups. I have experience with newborns up to 15-year-olds. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. I love learning new things and I am open to...
Orian can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Orian is an amazing human and our child has loved spending time with her! She gets creative with activities and is open to catering the playtime plans to things our little one is interested in. :)"
Kestrel J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Taylor and I have been a San Diego resident for a little over 5 years now, originally from the suburbs of Philadelphia! I enjoy things like going to the gym, beach trips, hiking, yoga, baking, watching movies, and much more! I attended two years of community college before moving out here and am still deciding which...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Excellent care of our 4.5 year old granddaughter punctual, very helpful and accommodating. Would happily use her again. "
Frank P.
Brittany J.
San Diego, CA
$18-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Greetings! I am a 25-year-old San Diego native, a graduate of UCLA, and I absolutely adore caring for children.
Some of my experiences include the following:
Babysitting children of 5 months to 12 years old; working as a daycare employee; volunteering for various youth development programs; holding leadership roles in...
Brittany can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Brittany is very good with kids. Kids are comfortable with her, she's patient, caring & a pleasure to be around."
Maisha S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Maria and I am from Brazil. I am responsible, organized, friendly and a caring person. I speak Portuguese and English. I graduated with a degree in Portuguese Language and Brazilian and Portuguese Literature. I have a clean record, a valid CA driver's license, a clean background check, cleared TB test and CPR/First...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our family has had the pleasure and honor of having Maria N., Cida, care for our children and our family as our children's nanny over the past 1.5 yrs. It has been a true blessing to have her in our lives. She is like a member of our family. Our children love her...
Nicole A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! Being a caregiver for children has brought me nothing but pure joy. I have had experience with nannying as many as 3 children, from newborns to the age of 13. I recently moved to San Diego from Northern California, and I'm hoping to gain some internship experience while I'm here in addition to working part-time. I...
Juliet can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Juliet has been amazing with my girls. On top of being able to trust that the my kids are in good hands she is passionate, genuine and truly cares. She's always on time, very reliable, and hands on :)
Would recommend her to any family and will hire her again when...
Jordan C.
Carla M.
San Diego, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Carla. I'm a highly qualified and passionate nanny with a degree in Education and over 10 years of invaluable experience.
Currently, I'm focusing more on giving Spanish Classes to kids. If you are interested in give your little one the opportunity to learn a second language, reach me out. I'll love to help you...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Carla is one of the warmest and kindest people I have met! My daughter feels safe and loved in her presence and I’m happy to recommend her to anyone who needs care they can trust! "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Victoria and I'm a senior at SDSU studying psychology and child development. I've worked with children of all ages as a sitter and tutor consistently since high school. Most recently, I work in a psychology lab with 4-9-year-olds and at our Children's Center as an Assistant Teacher with 1-5-year-olds. I am...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Victoria was a great sitter for our twins. She connected with them very quickly and they had a great time. Would absolutely hire her again."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a lot of patience when it comes to kids and babies. I've nannied for 3 families and regularly babysit for multiple families. The ages ranged from 6 months - 14 years old. Working with all families helped me gain insight on how to handle different types of kids and having a lot of patience. I know how to put babies to...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Julia B.
Chula Vista, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Open M-F 6:00am To 6:00pm, Before And After School Care, Home Made Nutrition Food, Family Values.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
20 years of experience. Accepting children from 0 to 14 years old. Take the kids to and from school, work with government programs, no enrollment fees, no transportation fees, siblings discounts available, healthy meals included, Family Values observed.
Julia can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Julia is amazing with our son. He loves going to her daycare everyday and has made quick friends with everyone there. Julia is very flexible and open to our occasionally shifting schedules. There's no place else for us!"
Michelle B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Emily. I am 24 years old. I am currently in San Diego CA & am currently going to highline college online.
I love Kids, I am Great with kids. I can cook & clean anything.
I am a person who likes to follow the rules & that goes for all kids.
I also love arts & crafts, sports, reading, Outside activities, etc.
If you...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily was amazing with the kids and was very communicative. She left our home in better condition than she found it and was overall a pleasure to interact with. "
Care member
Roberta M.
Chula Vista, CA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience with children!
- I am physical therapist in my origin country and I used to work with children with neurologic and orthopedic problems for 6 years.
- In the United States, I have been working in a daycare and as nanny since 2011. I love children!
- I love arts and crafts! I enjoy to walk, go to...
Roberta can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Besides all the reliability and all the important traits a care giver could have, what I like the most about Roberta is her patience with my child and calmness and sweetness. It is not easy for me as a parent to leave the most precious thing I have with someone...
Ana V.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate, loving, go with the flow woman who adores children, yet can be firm at times if required. I have three children of my own ages 26, 21 and 18 and seem to attract the angel eyes of little kids. I enjoy going on walks or to the parks or just hanging outside. I also love Interactive choices and empowering...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cindy is amazing!!!! She watched our daughter consistently from 2 months old to 2.5 years. She is kind, thoughtful and amazing with kids."
Janice E.
Daniela R.
San Diego, CA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
As a dedicated childcare provider with seven years of experience, I am passionate about creating a nurturing and enriching environment for children to thrive. My journey into caregiving was inspired by my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my innate ability to connect with children and make a positive impact on their...
Daniela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Hi, Daniela came to our house to watch our two girls, ages 7 month and 3 years old. She is such friendly person with a lot of patience. She took our girls to the park and did activities with our oldest. She was a little early when she stopped by and that just shows...
Joe E.
Emma W.
San Diego, CA
$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emma and I am pre-med post-bac student who graduated with a degree in psychology from Georgetown University in 2022. I am looking for part-time nannying/babysitting jobs for the fall semester! I absolutely love kids and am an enthusiastic and engaging babysitter. I have at least 6 years of experience in childcare,...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emma was the very first babysitter I hired for my baby. I was really worried. As soon as she walked into the room I trusted her. My baby adored her from his first glance. She’s warm, friendly, and very talented. Highly recommended!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been a nanny for 14+ years and love it! While working I enjoy doing arts & crafts, playing outside, going on outings to the zoo or museums, and listening/playing music! I am a hands on nanny that believes the best way for your kiddo to grow and develop is to explore and use their imagination. I have my own annual zoo pass...
Jaime can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jaime is loving, fun, silly, responsible and very capable. She even went on a trip with us - that's how much we trust her:)"
Suzanne B.
April L.
Coronado, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hello! I'm April and am 35. I have 15+ years of experience. I started by helping my mom at church with 2 and 3-year-old and ever since, I have babysat all ages. I am patient, kind, caring, responsible, dependable, am detail oriented and would care for your child as if they were my own. Knowing that I can be a positive light to...
April can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"April is wonderful with kids and is very engaging and reliable. Any family would be lucky to have April part of your kids lives and family!"
Jennifer S.
Ashley B.
La Mesa, CA
$28/hr • 8 yrs exp
Babysitter Available For Weeknights And Weekends Babysitting Jobs
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ashley. I'm 27 years old. I was born and raised in Baltimore, MD and now reside in San Diego, CA. I am a responsible babysitter with experience in caring for children during the mornings, weeknights and weekends. I also create fun for the children by having them engaged in fun as well as educational activities. I...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She's is a very reliable individual and I trust her "
Clinton B.
Mayra P.
San Diego, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have taken care of children for 5 different families in San Diego and that includes making them meals, taking them to and from school, helping with homework and getting them ready for bed. I have done overnight with a family while the parents were out of town which had me doing all of the duties the parents would normally do...
Mayra can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mayra has been helping out with my 3 month old son and we are incredibly blessed to have her. She is always on time, responsible, caring and super sweet. We are comfortable leaving our infant in her care while we are at work or having date night."
Karen W.
Raphaela A.
San Diego, CA
$30-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents and caregivers! Thank you for stopping by. My name is Raphaela, I'm 29 years old, with a passion for helping people, and with a special love for children and animals. No matter what I do, I always give my best and aspire to make a difference in people's lives. I've been working as a babysitter/nanny for seven years...
Raphaela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We feel fortunate that Raphaela responded to our last-minute request for a sitter. She's experienced, professional, very friendly, and our daughter took an immediate liking to her. We're looking forward to hiring her again."
Rod A.
Desiree S.
La Mesa, CA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth, I bring 6 years of experience to the table. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my calling to positively impact young lives. Patience, creativity, and a friendly demeanor define my approach. I prioritize open communication...
Desiree can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
4.0
"My son with autism absolutely adored Desiree. She is very adaptable, as my kid isn't into typical things/activities that interest most kids. She was so inclusive with my boy, didn't make him feel any different than a kid walking down the street. I adored this girl...
Scott W.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in National City, CA
Orian M.
5.0
We hired Orion to babysit our 6 year old and 3 year old for a date night. She arrived on time and the girls really enjoyed their time with her.
- Alexandria W.
Taylor B.
5.0
Excellent care of our 4.5 year old granddaughter punctual, very helpful and accommodating. Would happily use her again.
- Frank P.
Brittany J.
5.0
Brittany is very sweet and amazing, very trust and has always been great with my son. She's watched him on multiple occasions. I wouldn't hesitate to call her again.
- Constance J.
Maria N.
5.0
Maria is absolutely incredible - we have been SO LUCKY to have her in our home taking care of our daughter since she was 6 months old for nearly a year, and have referred her to other families.
Maria (also goes by Cida) is truly like family in her care for our daughter, us (parents), our broader...
- Elaine D.
Juliet P.
5.0
Juliet has been amazing with my girls. On top of being able to trust that the my kids are in good hands she is passionate, genuine and truly cares. She's always on time, very reliable, and hands on :)
Would recommend her to any family and will hire her again when needed !
- Jordan C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in National City, CA:
How can I find a National City babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in National City, 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 21 babysitters in National City, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 National City, CA?
The average rate for National City, CA babysitters on Care.com is $21.00 per hour as of March 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 National City, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in National City, 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 National City, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in National City, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.