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Find babysitters in Novato, CA that you’ll love
71 babysitters are listed in Novato, CA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Novato, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents,
My name is Sheyna and I'm currently looking for a part time job. I have been a babysitter for the past three years. I also took ECE ( Early Childhood Education) courses at COM. I enjoy working with children and finding ways to keep them entertain. I enjoy being outdoors and letting children explore. I am a...
Sheyna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I was a nanny with one family for five years, the girl is now 7 and the boy is now 6 years old. I babysat for twin boys since they were toddlers and they are now 5 years old. I also have my own children who are 10 and 14 and love to take care of children. I am looking for a full-time babysitting job in Marin and Petaluma Rohnert...
Gladys can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gladys was my nanny for my two children and then took care of my grandmother for until she passed. She is a kind, reliable, energetic person that loves children of all ages."
Kristel C.
Marian R.
Novato, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! My name is Marian and I am 30 years old and a CPR certified. I am friendly and fun person. I loved taking care of babies and kids. I started nannying since I was 13 years old, And now I am a hands on mom to my son and a daughter that I adored so much. I have taken some ECE class from College of Marin, but as of...
Marian can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Vanessa M.
Novato, CA
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Vanessa. I am originally from Brazil. I am a very caring and affectionate person. Very responsible and trustful. I like to follow rules and schedules! I am graduated in psychology in my own country. I believe that help me a lot with the babysitter work, because I always can apply development techniques to...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Vanessa is a very caring and trusting person. Always willing to take care of children in the best way possible. She is a very calm and quiet person who conveys peace. She is very intelligent, and does various activities with children, always encouraging them to...
Bruno A.
Ibeth H.
Novato, CA
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I like working with kids . It is really fun experience because you learn something new each day. I love to spend my free time with kids. I'm working full time for a daycare here in Marin and I also do babysitting on the weekend. In the future I would like to become a pediatrician and give my family a better life. I think kids...
Ibeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have known Ibeth for almost 5 years. In the last year we have worked together. She is so lovely and kind with the kids. I'm so happy to have a coworker like her :)"
Allie R.
Angi G.
Novato, CA
$30-46/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a very trustworthy, patient and loving person. I feel great satisfaction in helping others. I like to think of myself and others not only as a minor caregiver, but also as a minor companion. I enjoy meeting new people and learning new things. I believe that our minors are a glimpse into our future and should be respected. I...
Angi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Angi is an amazing nanny! She has a very calming demeanor to her. We hired her to be a nanny for our youngest daughter at 6 months. It was our first time hiring a nanny. Within the first week of her taking care of our daughter she immediately calmed our nerves...
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5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Anahid. I have always felt like I am part of each family I've worked for; now I always aim for the same type of fulfilling relationship with my new families. I enjoy organizing play dates, reading books to children, doing art projects with the little ones and going on nature walks to develop their sense of curiosity....
Anahid can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Anna is a great babysitter! She's been with our family since my daughter was 1.5. M always feels comfortable with Anna. She's great at interacting with and listening to her. Anna is also on time, follows instructions, super helpful and always shows up with...
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Kaitlyn C.
Novato, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have years of experience caring for babies at 4 months to full-aged adults.
I also have varying experience caring for individuals with special needs, including autism and behavioral challenges.
I am a positive person and strive for providing a positive environment for the children and families I work for.
I am fully...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kaitlyn is a very honest, reliable and sweet person. She cared for our autistic young adult son. He grew to love her quickly and felt safe in her care. She always had a good attitude and I was relieved of worry when I knew she was caring for him. When she moved,...
Ebby V.
Patricia A.
Novato, CA
$30/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a caregiver, my passion lies in supporting families and providing them with reliable childcare. With 20 years of experience, I have honed my skills in caring for children and fostering their development. My patient and friendly nature allows me to connect with children and create a safe and nurturing environment.
I believe...
Patricia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Patricia was the nanny for our three boys for two years and she was wonderful. She sang songs, played games with them, she would get up and play at the park, she is gentle and loving and careful. She cuts grapes, drives carefully, and genuinely cares about the...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience, I have raised my daughter who is now 30 years old, and I have been taking care of children for a long time, I am very affectionate, responsible, and dedicated, I have lived in California for 8 years and I am fully legalized in this country, my English is poor, but I can communicate and understand, I...
Patricia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Patricia was a nanny for our 2 young daughters in 2019. She was a very hard worker, always on time, trustworthy and simply a lot of fun to be around. Our kids love her and she treats them as if they are her own. While it was not a multi-year relationship, we spent...
Jordan F.
Hello,
My name is Ashley and I am 20-year-old. I'm Latin American and I reside in Novato, California. I speak Spanish and English fluently. Working with children, is enjoyable for me since they are a lot of fun. I like creating things, creating art, and outdoor activities. I work at Novato Charter from the camp as an...
I am a mother of 2 daughters whom are 8 and 10. I love children of all ages and love interacting with them. I have always babysat neighbors children and family members children over a 30 year span. You can rest assured that your children will be in good hands with me. For the past few years, I have been a caregiver for the...
Shelley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alicia. I'm 28 years old and with having a younger brother and plenty of cousins, me being the second oldest, I have had experience with children growing up. I am lucky enough to be an auntie to a 3-year-old boy :) I've always loved children so I decided to start working at the Boys and Girls Club of Petaluma...
Alicia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello!! My name is Rebecca and I graduated from Chico State with my BA in child development and I have been a preschool teacher for the last 5 years. I have over 10 years of babysitting experience ranging in ages from nine months to 14 years old. I have worked with children in preschool, elementary, middle and high school...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I have past years of babysitting experience many ages from toddlers to older kids. I have also worked a couple jobs, very responsible, outgoing, very friendly and easy to get along with. . If you have pets, I do love animals, I have dogs of my own and I am also willing to pet sit as well. My schedule is very open and I have my...
Carissa B.
Novato, CA
$17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Babysitter/Nanny, Weekdays, Part Time, Reoccurring, Ages 2 & Up
My name is Carissa, I am 25 years old. I am looking to work with a family/families to help with a consistent weekly basis, as well as occasional date night sitting. I have been working with children from the ages of 2-12 for over 3 years, educationally and professionally. I worked as a teachers aide in a preschool and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Laura G.
Novato, CA
$35-50/hr • 11 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as creative, responsible and productive.
I like working with kids because I love learning from them, working with kids teaches me about patience and enjoying the little things in life.
I'm looking for a job that makes me feel happy and comfortable.
I started working with kids when I finished school...
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for supporting families. I have five years of experience taking care of children of all ages. My experience includes babysitting, teaching swim lessons, and tutoring. I am patient, calm, and friendly, and I know how to create a safe and nurturing environment for...
Mikayla M.
Novato, CA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! Home for the summer looking to babysit! I have loads of experience with kids of many ages! My high school job was in the child care department so I am super qualified!
Mikayla can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Marilia B.
Novato, CA
$35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Skills
I would describe my personality as cheerful and persistent.
I started working with children three years ago when a friend told me that I had the skills to deal with children. I like working with children because they bring joy and energy, as well as being very curious and full of potential to learn and grow.
I like to...
Marilia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Novato, CA
Gladys G.
5.0
Gladys is a very patient and kind woman. She loves children and works well with people of all ages. She is also a very fun person. She would be a great choice to work with your child/children!
- Diane H.
Vanessa M.
5.0
Vanessa is excellent! She studied psychology in Brazil focusing on child development. She is working on getting her certifications here in California.
As a nanny she is very caring, loving and patient, and something I really enjoy is the way she disciplines my niece; she is firm, but yet,...
- Leilane B.
Ibeth H.
5.0
Ibeth has been our go-to babysitter for a few years now! She is super reliable and has tons of experience with little ones. Our 1 and 4 year old always have a great time with her. She has even done overnights for us while we traveled. She’s the best!
- Care member
Angi G.
5.0
Angi is an amazing nanny! She has a very calming demeanor to her. We hired her to be a nanny for our youngest daughter at 6 months. It was our first time hiring a nanny. Within the first week of her taking care of our daughter she immediately calmed our nerves about having someone new take care of...
- Care member
Anahid R.
5.0
Anna is a great babysitter! She's been with our family since my daughter was 1.5. M always feels comfortable with Anna. She's great at interacting with and listening to her. Anna is also on time, follows instructions, super helpful and always shows up with a smile. Would definitely...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Novato, CA:
How can I find a Novato babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Novato, 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 71 babysitters in Novato, 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 Novato, CA?
The average rate for Novato, CA babysitters on Care.com is $26.97 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 Novato, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Novato, 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 Novato, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Novato, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 71 listed babysitters.