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1,333 babysitters are listed in San Diego, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in San Diego, CA
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Austin! I have worked with children of all ages for 16 years! I started at 17 years old as a camp counselor , Then I went to UCLA. I worked as an English tutor in both Spain in 2011 and Mexico in 2015, and became fluent in Spanish.
In 2015 my daughter was born. She is now 9! She lives with her mom. I also have a stepson...
Austin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Having the privilege of working with Mr Austin, I can attest to how great he is with children. He is respectful, kind, and considerate. Gets along well with other staff and the children in our care respond to him very well. He always shows up with a positive...
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Isabella S.
San Diego, CA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Isabella! I've been working with children since I was 14, starting as a recreational gymnastics coach and daycare aide. With several years of experience as a date night nanny, I have had the joy of working with amazing families on a regular weekly basis for the past 2. 5 years. My responsibilities include school pick-up,...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Isabella was punctual, responsible, communicative and the kiddos enjoyed being with her. She also did a great job at completing light household chores. "
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 6 years of child care experience with all ages
I do all child related chores (laundry, cleaning up after kids, driving, cooking, changing diapers) and above that I'm willing to do some errands for you as well (groceries, post office, dry cleaning, etc)
Let me know if you think we'd be a great fit!
Dominika can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"So sweet with my son and super helpful! She's amazing!"
Alicia L.
4.6
(30)
Hired by 72 families in your neighborhood
Hello Moms & Dads,
I'm a warm and loving 36-year-old babysitter born and raised in San Diego. I work full-time during the week but love babysitting for date nights after 5 p.m. on weekdays or anytime on weekends. As an only child, I've always adored children, and babysitting gives me the chance to nurture and connect until I...
Delaney can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Delaney was able to help us with a last minute job. She was prompt, professional and friendly. The kiddos loved her and we would definitely hire her again."
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Adriana V.
San Diego, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(28)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
Experienced Nanny/Babysitter Available spring
Hi, I'm Adriana, a 28-year-old college student fluent in English and Spanish. With 10 years of childcare experience, I love working with kids. I've babysat cousins, worked at an elementary school, and summer camps. I focus on infants and toddlers but adore kids of all ages. I enjoy...
Adriana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"My son has a hard time warming up to new people. I have also never had anyone watch him besides my own parents. Today was our first day together and Adriana was amazing. She was able to get him to engage so fast. I had to work and I kept laughing hearing my son...
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5.0
(21)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am an outgoing, fun, loving person. I have loved every family I've worked for and really take pride in watching parents most prized possession, their children. I provide a fun filled atmosphere that allows children to express themselves, but also provide structure. I provide opportunities for children to use their imagination...
Marianne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Marianne is a wonderful sitter. I met her through her work watching my son during church services and have used her services for date night sitting. She truly loves children and is patient and kind. I would wholeheartedly recommend her. "
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5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a recent graduate from the University of California, Davis, who appreciates arts and crafts, going outside, and connecting with young people. I moved to the La Jolla/ University City area in July 2022 and am able to provide weeknight evening babysitting or weekend babysitting.
With my families, I honor open...
Molly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I was lucky to book Molly when she was in Kentucky- she took care of my 4 year old and was quick to make a connection. They played really well together and he was legit sad to see her go. I've already booked her again and would definitely recommend!"
Marlaina C.
5.0
(16)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Orian has watched our little girl from 14 months to almost 2 years old now. She's been such a reliable and great nanny choice and I'd recommend her to anyone. She's very kind and gentle and does great with kids. She keeps me informed through the day with updates...
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Thais H.
San Diego, CA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Thais and I would like to introduce myself. I am 26yo and I am from Brazil. I am a native Portuguese speaker, I am CPR certificated, I have a clean drive record and I can provide references. I am an experienced babysitter. I was an Au pair for 2 years and 7 months and before that I had 3000+ with kids in Brazil. I...
Thais can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Thais is an absolutely outstanding caregiver. We are so, so grateful to have found her. She is caring, patient, energetic and flexible. She has helped us so much with 3 kids and two dogs, I would highly recommend her care."
Hilary S.
4.7
(16)
Hired by 39 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I've been a caregiver for children from 9 weeks to 10 years old for the last 4-5 years now. I love kids of all ages & everything that comes with that - changing diapers, making bottles, bath time, playtime, helping with homework - the whole nine! I also have no problem cooking for the children, tidying the house,...
Diarrah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Diarrah was able to come last minute when we needed someone. She did a great job and babies were taken care of well. We look forward to seeing her again. "
Nathaly M.
4.7
(15)
Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, loving and very experienced childcare provider. I am Covid vaccinated. I love children of all ages. I am very experienced caring for infants, toddlers as well as schools gets. I have a teaching background. I ran my own licensed day care for many years. I have cared for many children from the time they were newborns...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Teresa helped take care of our newborn at night, helping us get some much needed quality sleep. Our baby had reflux and was also very colicky, and Teresa was able handle him with great care, patience and compassion, holding him upright after feeds and tending to...
Kevin R.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with five years of experience, I find joy in supporting families and ensuring a safe and enriching environment for children. My calm and patient nature allows me to connect with children on their level, fostering their creativity and imagination. I pride myself on open...
Meaza can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maeza was great! She made us feel instantly comfortable and sent photo updates every hour. She is very sweet and experience with kids of her own too. Thanks again!"
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Ioly F.
San Diego, CA
$25-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(17)
Hello families!
My name is Ioly, and I'm 29 years old. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I spent 2 years as an au pair and 3 years as a nanny here in the USA. Additionally, I have extensive experience with kids from my hometown in Brazil. I am enthusiastic, responsible, and passionate about childcare. I...
Ioly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is the best ! Work always on time , never late , always take care very good of my kids…"
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4.7
(15)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Beatriz, I am a loving and professional nanny, (NCS) Newborn Care Specialist and recently took a training to become a Postpartum Doula with CAPPA.
I have many years of experience and also work with a few companies in San Diego, I have served several families in North county and Bay Area each family long term. I've...
Beatriz can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Betty has sat for me several times recurring and temporarily. She is good with young kids. Keeps my boys schedule well Has good food prep ability good driver and is dependable"
Amy H.
4.7
(12)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Stefany, I've been a nanny for a few years now! I've had a lot of experience with some amazing families and grew some great bonds with so many kids. I love being able to see the growth and how kids develop on a daily basis. My job reminds me of when I was a kid and makes me experience it again in some way, I do...
Stefany can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My daughters love her. Shes insightful, very punctual, and her flexibility is amazing. We trust her with our girls. "
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5.0
(7)
I've always been passionate about fostering children's growth and development. As the oldest of four siblings, I grew up taking care of my three younger siblings, which gave me invaluable hands-on experience in childcare. I have also worked in babysitting roles and am excited to bring my skills and enthusiasm to a professional...
Toni can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"The best, most attentive caregiver/babysitter you will find on this app! She has watched my two children for years and they absolutely adore her! She sings, laughs, plays and feeds them nutritious meals! She has tutored them as well! Love her and I cannot recommend...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Brooke and I have over 15 years of childcare experience. I have experience working with children from infancy to age 14 as both a nanny and a childhood music teacher. I have a 9-5 job in finance as well as my master's degree. I'm looking for some recurring babysitting gigs as I miss working with kiddos! Happy to do...
Brooke can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"We cannot say enough good things about Brooke. She is incredible with our two girls (5 and 19 months). They adore her. She is warm, kind, responsible, and always on time. We feel very fortunate to have found her!"
Michael A.
Chloe B.
San Diego, CA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Chloe and I am an elementary school teacher in San Diego. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. I have 9 years of experience with children, as a nanny/babysitter, date night sitter, tutor, and as an elementary school teacher. I am very comfortable with pets since I am an animal lover. My experience...
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Chloe is such a wonderful babysitter!! We have had her watch our son, and then both our kids, for the past 3+ years. She is passionate about kids, and gets down to their level and plays with them. She keeps an eye on little ones, making sure they stay safe. We...
Andrea J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Julie, and I'm excited to introduce myself! For the past four years, I've been a gymnastics coach, working with kids ages 2-14. In addition to coaching, I've been a consistent babysitter for two loving families for the past two years, along with many other families here and there when I'm needed.
I've...
Julie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Julie was great! Our kids really enjoyed her company on this first time having her! She kept them occupied the whole time, it was a huge help to have her here while I worked. She played with them, took them on a walk, made bracelets, helped them with some...
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Sophia N.
San Diego, CA
$20-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
Looking For Weekend And/or Nightly Shifts! Experienced Teacher In The Making :)
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Sophia and I am looking for a summer nanny job here in San Diego. I currently work in Encinitas as a full-time special educator/ aid and I'm currently living in La Mesa area. I have over 8 years of babysitting/ nannying experience, 2 years of educational/ classroom experience, and received my...
5.0
"The girls had a ton of fun with Sophia and keep asking when she can come back. She did a great job of getting our little one down for a nap. She is easy to work with, communicative, and dependable!"
Benson M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Diego, CA
Austin R.
5.0
Austin started out helping tutor our 11 year old and helped him get on track with structured study habits. He also helped with our son's social challenges engaging teachers to help facilitate his work. This has been so helpful! Austin has also worked with other children in our family to help them as...
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Isabella S.
5.0
Isabella was punctual, responsible, communicative and the kiddos enjoyed being with her. She also did a great job at completing light household chores.
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Dominika J.
5.0
So sweet with my son and super helpful! She's amazing!
- Alicia L.
Delaney W.
5.0
Delaney was able to help us with a last minute job. She was prompt, professional and friendly. The kiddos loved her and we would definitely hire her again.
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Adriana V.
5.0
My son has a hard time warming up to new people. I have also never had anyone watch him besides my own parents. Today was our first day together and Adriana was amazing. She was able to get him to engage so fast. I had to work and I kept laughing hearing my son having so much fun with her. She is...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in San Diego, CA:
How can I find a San Diego babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in San Diego, 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 1,333 babysitters in San Diego, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 San Diego, CA?
The average rate for San Diego, CA babysitters on Care.com is $21.96 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 San Diego, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in San Diego, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 1,033 reviews of the 1,333 listed babysitters.