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60 babysitters are listed in Placentia, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 2 years
Babysitters in Placentia, CA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Sara. I am interested in your Babysitting/Nanny job opportunity and want to share some information about myself. I have been a Babysitter/Nanny/Caregiver for over 15 years. I worked for over 10 years with elementary & middle school children most of them with multiple special needs. As a Nanny it is my joy to...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"I just hired Sara a few days ago and feel that she will be a valuable addition to our family. She's very sweet , caring and professional. I hope that this will be with us for a long time."
Shahla B.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My journey with children started babysitting and occasionally helping out at a family childcare center as a teen. My passion grew with my first official job with children, at the Tinker AFB CDC. There I got to fully explore working with early childhood for 3 years. Later I discovered my passion for creative teaching during my 3...
Jeanete can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Jeanete is a very caring, honest, and responsible person. She loves kids and kids love her. Being a very cheerful, energetic and engaging person, Jeanete connects with children on a personal level and quickly wins their hearts. Our daughter who is now 18 months...
Valerie R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Patient and dedicated nanny enthusiastic about working with children of all ages. Seeks a position in a daycare setting.
Organized, friendly and reliable nanny seeking for a family. Excellent communicator well versed in early childhood environments. Attentive caregiver to 1-3 infants and preschool children for 11...
Lourdes can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Honestly, I cannot recommend Lourdes enough! We’ve been incredibly fortunate to have her and are very sad to see her go now that my youngest is starting pre-school. I’ll try to highlight a few of her exceptional qualities below:
Reliability and commitment:...
Barbara D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Aly! I'm 21 years old and currently a college student at CSUF. I am studying kinesiology in hopes of working in motor development for children. Growing up with younger siblings and cousins helped me gain experience and grow my love for kids. I have several years of experience with family friends and summer camps!...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Aly has been an incredible caretaker for my girls this summer. She is engaging, caring, playful and always cheerful with them.
She is incredibly easygoing and easy to work with, I couldn't recommend her more."
Alexander S.
Heather M.
Anaheim, CA
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Heather! I am a part-time student and love working with families and animals.
I started working with kids as a teenager, babysitting for several families at church and have love it ever since. I, myself, am from a very large family with several nieces and nephews and have gained lots of experience throughout the years...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
5.0
"We hired Heather to pick up my 7 year old son from school and transport him safely to my work. She has been doing this job for almost a month now and we are so grateful for her. She is reliable, caring, and a great communicator. She is prompt and most of all my...
Amanda H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience in my field of work. Included is baby-sitting infants and minor children. I also do light house cleaning and preparation of meals. I pride myself on being a good role model to the children and parents whom I am employed by. I am a quick to learn what a child's interest are and use that to help with...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Carmen is the best nanny we've ever had! My baby loved playing with her the first day they met each other. She is attentive, responsible, caring and dependable. She also helped with light housekeeping and made my place so clean. My baby smiles every time he sees...
Yuting W.
Bianca Z.
La Mirada, CA
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Bianca, I am 22 years old and I am so excited to meet your pride and joys! I am a college graduate with a B. S. in Kinesiology with a concentration in occupational pediatric therapy. When I am not in school I love being with my family. I come from a huge family and growing up I was always taking care of my nieces...
Bianca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bianca was a wonderful fit for our family. My 2 children both adored her. She was punctual, kind, and fantastic with the kiddos. 10/10 would hire her again. "
Desiree M.
Stacy F.
Santa Ana, CA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi ! Nice to meet you :) I am a college student attending Cal State Fullerton, my major is in liberal arts for teaching and a minor in speech development. I've been a pre-K teacher for the past two years. I have experience working with kids as early at 6 weeks all the way up to high school.
5.0
"Stacy was great with my kids, they absolutely adored her. She communicated well throughout the entire process and I'm happy to book her again."
Enjoli F.
Gissel D.
Santa Ana, CA
$23-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Gissel, but I go my middle name Alexis. I love taking care of kids. It all started when I first started babysitting for my baby nephews when I was 12 years old. I now have a 1-year-old son as well so I am experienced in every aspect! One of my favorite things to do is making fun indoor and outdoor games to play. I...
Gissel can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Would highly recommend. She takes care of my son every now and then and he loves her! She is patient and very friendly!"
Steven H.
Imani A.
Anaheim, CA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
My Name Is Imani, I Have 4 Years Of Experience Working With Infants And I've Loved So Much Of It!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
With all of the many families I've worked for currently and in the past, I would say my favorite part about it is how each kid is so different from each other and I get to figure them out and they also figure me out as well. I am an energetic person who is reliable and is to adjust to many different situations when thrown my...
Imani can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Oh my...what can I say about Imani?! Imani came to us when our twins were just 6 months old. We had moved out of a home daycare because we just didn't think they were getting the attention they deserved. We had no structure to their day and were so nervous to sleep...
Matthew And Crystal N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi - My name is Peggy. My child care experience includes being a nanny for a family of three children (including an infant), babysitting for a mother of 9-month-old twins, working in church nurseries with various aged children, I babysat an 11-year-old, I worked at a 24-hour fitness kids club, and a daycare with various ages of...
Peggy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Jacqueline H.
Anaheim, CA
$22/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Jacqueline. I have a wide range of experience as a caregiver. When I was 16 I got certified to be a babysitter. However I've been babysitting for much longer. Me and my 4 siblings have over a 10 year age gap so I learned how to care for young children early on. I've also babysat for family members, friends of...
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jacqueline is great with kids and animals! She has watched my cat before while I went on vacation (and my cat hates people) i came home to a happy kitty. She's also watched my 4 children numerous times. She is attentive and detailed. On her most recent job for us,...
Krystal L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Stay at home mother to 3 kids. I not only have experience with my own but I have experience with babysitting for the last 15 years for friends from church, family friends, and neighbors and also many families from care. com that I currently work for till this day. I have experience with cooking as well if needed and I...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Samantha is so great with our children. She is very patient and sweet. The kids love when she comes over to babysit. You couldn't ask for a better caregiver. "
Jessica L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Janelle. I graduated with my associates at the age of 18, which indicates that I am dedicated and possess grit! I am now 20 recently moved here July 2021 from Texas. Soon ready to finish my BA in psychology. I have many skills that include leadership, communication, empathy, and patience. Anybody that knows me...
Janelle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Janelle was hired for date night and will definitely be hired again. She watched our 1 1/2 year old boy. She arrived on time and with a gift for him, which was very sweet. She gifted him hot wheels as she knew he liked cars because prior to being hired she asked...
Loretta P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hiiiii! My names Renee and I am a 25-year-old nanny here in Orange, Ca. A little bit about me is: I am always ready for a dance party, go to the park, and most importantly always here to help w homework and learning colors, numbers, letters and all other primary knowledge! I am upbeat, always positive but understand when it's...
Renee can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Renee has been an excellent babysitter to our 2 and 5-year olds this summer. She is kind, patient and attentive, and always has our children smiling! Our 2-yo had a difficult time adjusting after our long-time nanny retired and even though she cried at first when...
Charles P.
5.0
(16)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I really love kids, especially newborns. As a nurse, I have some experience in that field. I am a registered nurse in Chile and here in CA. I am a medical assistant. I successfully raised my three children and babysat newborns too. I would like to take care of other kids as my own, because I strongly believe that your real...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sara is wonderful & we absolutely feel so lucky to have found her! She put my anxious mind at ease as I returned to work. I truly feel that she genuinely cares for our little one & her experience is second to none."
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5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I started my journey with children when I was just 16 years old, I started working as a teacher assistant to help in the development of children in Pre-kindergarten.
I have been married for almost 6 years and have a 3-year-old son. I'm looking for opportunities to take care of the little ones in the early morning or after 5pm,...
Kethlyn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My son is 4 months old and his face lights up when he sees her. She writes detailed notes about his day and he's always very happy when I come home. My teenager said that she's very attentive and that she sings, plays and engages him when I am away. We're very...
Alexandria H.
Melissa S.
Santa Ana, CA
$22-38/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Melissa! I am currently a college student, focusing on child development. I speak English and Spanish, I do a little sign language too. I used to volunteer in a after school program in an elementary school for 3 years. In high school I would care for my younger siblings while my parents were at work. I believe...
4.0
"Melissa came in to help us when we were in a pinch. We decided to keep her because she got along well with my daughter and she was a nice person. She watched our daughter well and i know our daughter had fun with her. We would have appreciated a little more...
Moni S.
Brenda D.
Garden Grove, CA
$25-41/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a Postpartum Doula & Newborn Care Specialist. In the past I have had experience working with children for 15 years as a nanny and Early Childhood Education Teacher. I have a strong passion for making sure children learn, are happy, and safe while in my care! I have worked with children with Autism, ADHD, and ADD and...
Brenda can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"I hired Brenda to babysit my two toddlers and she was amazing. She kept me updated and took great care of my babies. She was on time and even offered to come earlier. She provided great communication as well. I definitely grateful for her help."
Alicia S.
Bobbi Q.
Garden Grove, CA
$23-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Bobbi I am 24 with a 4-year-old daughter of my own. I enjoy interacting with children, pets , elderly so much that Last summer I worked at Swim safe where I taught infants and toddlers how to swim which was a really fun experience. I have always babysat neighborhood kids and relatives from ages 7months-12yrs. I...
Bobbi can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I knew Bobbi from a family friend Bobbi is a very kind and soft spoken young lady she is very patient with my children and they love playing with her she creates wonderful activities for them and they always ask me when is “Bobbi coming I want to show her my new...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Placentia, CA
Sara Z.
5.0
Sara has been a big help to my family in caring for our 2 year old son. She is very hands on, one on my one time, reads books, crafts, puzzles and teaches. She follows direction well and has made me feel safe and comfortable. I would recommend her to any family who needs any care-giving.
- Tahnee S.
Jeanete R.
5.0
Jeanete was fantastic with our 2 toddlers! She even bought some crafts to make art and a drum for them to play with. Definitely strongly recommend hiring her!
- Xin X.
Lourdes T.
5.0
Five stars aren’t enough here! Lourdes is more than a caregiver – she's a gem. Reliable, loving, and committed, she plays, reads, and does art and crafts with the kids. She also helps around the house, and is a delightful companion. We are so incredibly lucky to have found her!
- Care member
Alyssa S.
5.0
Aly has been an incredible caretaker for my girls this summer. She is engaging, caring, playful and always cheerful with them.
She is incredibly easygoing and easy to work with, I couldn't recommend her more.
- Alexander S.
Heather M.
5.0
We hired Heather to pick up my 7 year old son from school and transport him safely to my work. She has been doing this job for almost a month now and we are so grateful for her. She is reliable, caring, and a great communicator. She is prompt and most of all my son likes his rides with her!
- Amanda H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Placentia, CA:
How can I find a Placentia babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Placentia, 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 15 babysitters in Placentia, 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 Placentia, CA?
The average rate for Placentia, CA babysitters on Care.com is $21.73 per hour as of December 2024. 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 Placentia, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Placentia, CA through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.