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557 babysitters are listed in San Jose, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in San Jose, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Geraldine and I have many years of experience taking care of children. I have 3 of my own, now 23, 20 and 17. When I first came to the United States from Ireland I was a live-in Au-Pair for a family with 3 very young kids. Prior to that, back in Ireland, I was always taking care of my nieces and nephews. I have...
Geraldine can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Geri is so kind and loving. My son instantly bonded with her. It gave me such peace of mind knowing that he was in very good hands and very well cared for."
Denise R.
Jessica B.
San Jose, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Provider & Teacher With Education Degree
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My calling is to create a better future for our world through providing high quality childcare. I have worked with children of all ages in home and school environments for over 20 years. While earning my Bachelor Degree in education, I completed many child development courses. Most of my experience is in early childhood...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Jessica is wonderful with our son. She has been taking care of our now eleven month old since he was four months. She is attentive to his needs and has proactively suggested changes to his routine that have helped him as he develops new skills. She is very caring...
Jessica P.
Guadalupe P.
San Jose, CA
$45/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for children from newborn babies up to 6-year-old. I am bi-lingual with fluency in English and Spanish languages.
Guadalupe can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"We really enjoyed having Lupe care for our twins. She has a very calm and kind manner with the babies and left our play area and kitchen tidier then when she arrived."
Rosa D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Jocelyn. I have 7 years of experienced working with children, adolescents, and families. I received my BA in Child Development. I am currently pursuing my MA degree in Counseling Psychology to become a licensed therapist. I provide high quality care in making sure the children are safe, supported and cared. I'm...
Jocelyn can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Jocelyn babysit my son for three months. She did an exceptional job. She is very good at communicating, guiding, and interacting with my son, and explored a lot of fun. I definitely recommend her and want to hire her again. "
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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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Trustline Certified
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.
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: Travel, craft assistance
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.
Melissa S.
San Jose, CA
$30-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Melissa . First off I want to start by saying I love kids. I'm a child caregiver looking for a lovable family that is willing to let me into their household, trust me your children will be in good hands.
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Melissa joined our family when our daughter was 11 months and stayed with us throughout 2023. My daughter has excelled in her language skills in Spanish and English, motor skills, patience, & love of food. Melissa is reliable, agile, patient, loving, and always up...
Nicoletta A.
Valentina N.
San Jose, CA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, well. I have been working as a preschool teacher for over 20 years. I was a nanny for two years. I love kids, it's always been a passion of mine to be able to help parents in need of care for their children. I also love teaching them. I have 12 ECE units so I can get them ready for kinder if needed.
Valentina can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Valentina was very nice, kind, pateint and very experienced. Our 7 months old son haven't really been taken care of by anyone other than his parents. It's the first time we hired a nanny to take care of him. And he had strangers anxiety. Valentina was really...
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Madison M.
San Jose, CA
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I would make a great nanny because I am very responsible and enjoy being around children. I have a lot of energy and always have a positive attitude. I worked at a summer camp as a leader for four consecutive summers and learned many useful skills in child care. As a leader I had to schedule games, create art projects,...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I loved having Paula in my home watching my kids. She is very affectionate and kind."
Bianca P.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer has been my occasional weekend/date night baby-sitter for over a year. She has been very punctual each time. She is very engaging and always has a positive and friendly attitude. My three year old child has became comfortable and enjoys Jennifer's...
Emanuel C.
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia is a top notch babysitter, and my children absolutely love her. Not only is she punctual and dependable, she thoughtfully engages with my children such that they're always requesting her for babysitting nights. She tidies up after the kids and always has a...
Lucy 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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, 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.
Stephanie S.
San Jose, CA
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello Families, My Name Is Stephanie S. I Am 23 Years Old And I Am A 4th Year In College.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as honest, communicative, and responsible.
I like working with kids because they help me grow personally and I enjoy it.
I'm looking for a job that helps me be a better person and make great relationships.
I started working with kids when I was in high school some professionally others for fun.
In...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Stephanie watched my son last minute and was easy to work with and flexible with taking my son to his baseball practice and making him dinner. Overall it was a great experience and I look forward to hiring Stephanie again!"
Charlie V.
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
"She has been so great with my daughter and my daughter loves playing with her so much she cries whenever Farhana leaves! Farhana also brings her own toys which are so age appropriate & fun. We really enjoy having Farhana. "
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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 33-years-old female living in the South of San Jose I have been in the USA for 3 years. I am currently learning English. I am looking for a position as a babysitter and/or tutor during the week and weekends. I am a native Spanish speaker.
I have experience with children of all ages. I used to babysit in my home country...
Adrianis can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Jose, CA
Geraldine M.
5.0
Geri is so kind and loving. My son instantly bonded with her. It gave me such peace of mind knowing that he was in very good hands and very well cared for.
- Denise R.
Jessica B.
5.0
Jessica is amazing. Our son loves her and she comes over with her backpack full of activities! She sends us very detail oriented updates and is clearly a professional at what she does. We feel lucky to have found her and miss her since we moved! I don't think anyone will compare to her. She was...
- Jessica T.
Guadalupe P.
4.0
We really enjoyed having Lupe care for our twins. She has a very calm and kind manner with the babies and left our play area and kitchen tidier then when she arrived.
- Rosa D.
Jocelyn V.
5.0
Jocelyn babysit my son for three months. She did an exceptional job. She is very good at communicating, guiding, and interacting with my son, and explored a lot of fun. I definitely recommend her and want to hire her again.
- Care member
Joelle O.
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.
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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 557 babysitters in San Jose, 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 Jose, CA?
The average rate for San Jose, CA babysitters on Care.com is $25.35 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 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 Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in San Jose, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 363 reviews of the 557 listed babysitters.