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547 babysitters are listed in San Jose, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in San Jose, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I would absolutely consider myself as an energetic, playful and caring gal. I had the blessing of working for Los Angeles Unified School District as a Special Education Substitute with children between the ages 3-17. I also cared for 3 children between the ages 2-7 for a whole year and it was a wonderful experience. I am...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My family and I hired Maria to help us with school drop-offs in the morning and she has been nothing but amazing. Both of my boys immediately felt at ease with her and look forward to the days that she comes over. I feel very comfortable with her caring for my kids...
Janna T.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I'm Paula, I'm 29 years old and I'm looking for a full time job (~40 hrs).
I drive to Atherton everyday, so I can go to others places too (I have my own car)
Strong driver (10+ years driving)
Portuguese speaker
Brazilian
Fluent English
Pet Lover (I'm pet sitter too)
CPR and first aids
Experience with kids all ages...
Paula can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very sweet by natures. Keeps child engaged with activities indoors and outdoors. She is also trustworthy."
Mugdha D.
Julia M.
San Jose, CA
$18-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Experienced And Caring Nanny Available Part Time Or Full Time
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I find children to be so interesting and I realize just how impressionable they are, which is why it is important to have a responsible and reliable nanny. Now as a parent myself, I first handedly understand the importance of having trust and confidence in your child's caretaker for peace of mind. I have paid experience watching...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Julia is awesome. She has taken such good care of my newborn and helped me out around the house so much. She is a loving and caring person and my daughter was very well cared for with her. I'm starting work in a couple weeks and will have my daughter in daycare...
Kathleen K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jen.
I'm energetic, loving, and caring individual who has over 15 +years of professional child care experience.
I have extensive experience working with infants and toddlers, the youngest being 2 months.
I also have experience with children ages 4 years and up.
Thank you!
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jenn was our near full-time nanny for almost a year. She started with my baby was 4 months old and became part of our family. She is kind, caring, and reliable. Our daughter really bonded to her and I could see they had a genuine relationship. I wish we could use...
Lauren Z.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Farhana. I'm an experienced, reliable, and caring children's caregiver with over 10 years of experience. I love working with kids and helping them grow as kind and intelligent individuals. My childcare principles are based on Regio Emilia, Montessori, Waldorf, and Gentle Parenting methods. I'm experienced in BLW and...
Farhana can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Farhana has been a warm and kind caretaker for my 4 month old. She always brings some new books to read with the baby.
She's punctual and reliable, and clearly has lots of experience with kids. She's comfortable taking kids out (e.g. walks or the library or other...
Dinah S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a single mom of 3 amazing teenagers, 1 of whom is on the autism spectrum, and have taught children of all abilities, ages ranging from 0 to 17, for over 10 years. I currently am a lead teacher for action day schools in San Jose, where I am working primarily with preschool/pre-k aged children. I graduated with honors from...
Joelle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Joelle is definitely the first person I would call. She was awesome with my active little one. My daughter keeps begging me to ask her to come back."
Dominique P.
Beverley W.
San Jose, CA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience (3 years paid) working with kids ages 0-12. With both experiences, I watched multiple children from all age ranges and have experience supporting with homework help and clean up. I'm comfortable with pets and can help with light meals and housekeeping.
I am only available for evening and weekend...
Beverley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
5.0
"Beverley is a joy to be around and my kids loved her. She helped me with my 2 and 5 year old (at the time). She would come by after school and help them with homework, help me meal prep, and execute the bedtime routine. I hired her for about 5 months until my work...
Unique S.
Cristina P.
San Jose, CA
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Friendly And Responsible Babysitter For Your Little Ones
Hi! I'm Cristina, a second-year student at San Jose State University studying Business Marketing with a minor in Theater Arts. I have experience working with children and love creating nurturing environments where they can learn and grow. I'm responsible, reliable, and fluent in Spanish, which can be helpful for bilingual...
I have worked at a preschool ranging from infants to school age children. I worked in multiple classrooms so I have experience with multiple age groups. I also worked at a ymca before and after school program as a teacher. I was in the teaching program at Sonoma State as well so I have a lot of experience with kids.
Hello all! My name is Anna, and I'm from San Jose. During the day, I work for a school district as an instructional aide for students on the spectrum and I have earned a degree in Psychology from Chapman University. I am currently working until I decide to go back to grad school to continue my studies in Psychology. I am an...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Faith, I am currently a freshman at San Jose State. I am a science major so I am very busy and don't have much time for a part-time or full-time job at the moment. I am looking for some babysitting jobs or even a nanny job for some extra cash till I can get a more permanent job. I have been babysitting since a...
Faith can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been working with children for 13+ years in a variety of positions such as babysitting and nannying, and have spent 6 of those years working as a teacher in a private Montessori School. I take great pride in working with and teaching children and want them to grow in an atmosphere that is stimulating and adaptive to their...
Namita can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone. My name is Melissa. I am 32 years old. I am a mother of a 9-year-old boy and 4 and 3-year-old girls. I have 14 years of experience in working with infants and children. I was a nanny for 4 years and a infant/toddler and preschool teacher for 10 years. I am also a certified postpartum infant care doula. I'm...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hello families! I'm a recent college graduate hoping to earn extra money doing something that I am passionate about. A little about me and my experience- I speak 5 languages (English, Aramaic, Armenian, Farsi, and French). I volunteered for the VBS at my church for 4 years, and have two years paid experience as a camp counselor...
Elvina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Last experienced I have is: I babysit a 5 mos old boy Feb 2016 to present but it will end on June 8, 2018... he will turn 3 this year and he is ready to go to preschool on June 11, 2018. The boy have another older brother. The older brother who is 3 at that time, requesting her mom that I can stay to babysit him after his school...
Lorna can also help with: Craft assistance
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat for over 15 years. I have experience with children aged from infancy to 14 years old. I come up with innovative ideas to keep them entertained, and am a fun babysitter to have around! I am a medical student with full CPR and medical training. I can provide references upon request as well.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am fun, nurturing, and engaging with all ages!
I love being surrounded by younger minds because of their innocence and the funny comments they make.
Would love to work with families that don't mind having a consistent sitter for a date night or even families that are seeking just some fun!
I started working with kids when I...
I have 20+ years of experience taking care of children ages newborn to teens. I started babysitting/nannying for families when I was about 13 years old. I was a full-time live-in nanny for my niece when she was 6 months old to 2. 5 years. I am gentle, patient, kind, loving and communicative. I work a full-time job during the day...
Rebekah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hi! I'm a San Jose native who is currently a full time primary school teacher. I have worked with children for at least 7 years, from coaching high school and middle school volleyball, private tutoring after school, experience teaching grades K-8, current Kindergarten teacher, nannying toddlers, and working with preschool aged...
Annie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hello Moms and Dads!
I have been a nanny for 10+ years. I have experience working with 100+ families in San Jose, Los Angeles, Chicago and Denver for reputable nanny agencies.
I am also a Registered Dietitian and have a Masters in Business. Families love that I lead a healthy lifestyle and that I am professional.
I...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Jose, CA
Maria V.
5.0
My family and I hired Maria to help us with school drop-offs in the morning and she has been nothing but amazing. Both of my boys immediately felt at ease with her and look forward to the days that she comes over. I feel very comfortable with her caring for my kids and trust her with them. She is...
- Janna T.
Paula P.
5.0
I loved having Paula in my home watching my kids. She is very affectionate and kind.
- Bianca P.
Julia M.
5.0
We've had Julia watch our two kids on a couple occasions now and we are thrilled with the way she's connected with our kids and her kind and responsible nature. We will happily continue to use her as a sitter.
- Shantelle G.
Jennifer M.
5.0
Jenn was our near full-time nanny for almost a year. She started with my baby was 4 months old and became part of our family. She is kind, caring, and reliable. Our daughter really bonded to her and I could see they had a genuine relationship. I wish we could use her for our second child but we...
- Lauren Z.
Farhana S.
5.0
Farhana was highly professional and super friendly with the kids. She did a great job getting them comfortable and engaged.
- Asad M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in San Jose, CA:
How can I find a San Jose babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in San Jose, 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 547 babysitters in San Jose, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Jose, CA?
The average rate for San Jose, CA babysitters on Care.com is $25.37 per hour as of February 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 Jose, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in San Jose, 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 Jose, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in San Jose, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 283 reviews of the 547 listed babysitters.