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Find babysitters in San Luis Obispo, CA that you’ll love

105 babysitters are listed in San Luis Obispo, CA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years

Babysitters in San Luis Obispo, CA

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Courtney F.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$25-35/hr20 yrs exp

Need Babysitter/Nanny?

4.0

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I have been caring for children of all ages since I was 12 years old. I have been a nanny for a few families as well as a daycare assistant. I am willing to help with cooking, light cleaning, laundry, pet sitting, running errands or anything you may need help with.
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Grace S.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

A Nanny / Babysitter?

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

would love the opportunity to work as a nanny/ babysitter for your family this summer. Over the past 9 years, I have been a babysitter/ nanny for multiple families (and have loved every second of it!). I love doing outdoor activities, hide and seek, crafts, building forts, movie nights, and more! On top of watching your kids, I...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Grace was incredible! She arrived on time, communicated effectively and respectfully with myself & my family, and took extra care to ensure my younger brother had someone looking out for him while he was alone for the weekend. Would absolutely hire her again!"

Reef L.

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Elena P.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been nannying for over eight years and have extensive experience in child care. I am able to cook, clean, transport, and keep the kids safe! I have nannied all age ranges and feel comfortable watching multiple children at once. In my latest role, I nannied for a family with kids ages 3 months and 6 years. I am extremely...
Elena can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"My kids adore Elena! They always look forward to seeing her. She is an excellent communicator, she plays and interacts with the kids very well, and she is very reliable. She has picked my children up from school, driven them to activities, helped with homework, and...

Peach F.

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Molly R.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Molly and I absolutely love babysitting! I like to stay active and involved with the kids! In my free time I like to hangout with friends, go on hikes, bike rides, listen to music, watch movies, and spend time with family. I've been babysitting for many years and have had experience with kids ranging in ages from 3...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I highly recommend Molly as a babysitter. She is enthusiastic, punctual and my three boys always have a great time with her and talk about her for days after. Babysitting 3 boys ages 7, 4 and 1.5 is no easy task but she is mature and always makes me feel confident...

Jenna E.

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Emily F.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$16-25/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Emily and I am a third year college student at Cal Poly SLO. I have loved living in San Luis Obispo, and I would love to be able to have a job that can directly impact my neighborhood and help out my community. I have started babysitting family friends since high school and I have loved working with kids ever...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"I've known Emily, and her family, for nearly 10 years. When we were up in SLO for a wedding, so it was a no brainer to ask her if she would watch our 1 year old. As soon as she arrived she was engaging and playing with W. They played and read books until it was his...

Patrick A.

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Casey H.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$13-17/hr7 yrs exp

Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a second year business major at Cal Poly. I have been babysitting since 2014 and love interacting with kids. I also have 6 years of volunteer experience with children with special needs, 3 of which were in a one-on-one setting. I was a math tutor in high school for students struggling in basic math all the way up to...
Casey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling & more
5.0
"If I could, I would give Casey 10 stars! She babysat for my 2 kids and my sister's 2 kids while we were on vacation. It was a challenging job: keeping 4 kids under 8 busy in a hotel, and Casey more than excelled. Our kids LOVED her and asked for her every morning....

Lyndi Z.

Hello my name is Camille and I'm a first year student at Cal Poly. I have been babysitting for over 5 years for children of all ages. I also have tutoring experience for about 4 years. Spending time with kids is a passion of mine and I am looking forward to being your babysitter! I'd describe my personality as nurturing,...
5.0
"Camille is extremely kind and patient. She is great with my kids and they love when she comes over. She is attentive to their needs and even tutored one of my kids when she wasn't babysitting. She is always on time and she tidies up whatever she and the kids have...

Elizabeth W.

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Amber M.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Fun & Energetic Sitter!

About me: As a passionate and experienced caregiver, I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your little one. With a heart full of love for children and a deep understanding of their unique needs, I am committed to supporting their growth and development in those critical early...
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Amber is very responsible and loved caring for my two young children who adored her. She really took the time to engage with them and play with them. She was always on time and flexible with her schedule for us. She even house sat on occasion and looked after our...

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Katelyn S.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

You Will Come Home To A Smiling Kid!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a student at Cal Poly and I have 7 years of child care experience. I have babysat children of all ages with a variety of personalities. I like to be hands-on and play games and be silly, to make my time with your child as enjoyable for them as possible. I can help with Travel and Errands. I have also been a certified...
Katelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katelyn took care of our grandchildren 1 & 4 along side of our ChowChow. Katelyn was amazing with the girls. Right on time everyday. She was thoughtful, interactive, made lunches, played and read to them. She also took our 4 yr swimming and helped her with...

Jo L.

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Isabel M.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Isabel and I have been nannying children since I was 21 years old. I have a B. S. in wildlife biology from UC Davis so I love getting kiddos outside to play and learn about nature. I am a SLO local. I have experience caring for children ages 3 months to 15 years of age and have provided child care for up to 4...
Isabel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Isabel was a fantastic nanny for our child under 2. We really appreciate her supporting our household and providing learning opportunities for our toddler, who has a speech delay due to early hearing loss. They were always engaged in active play and Isabel was...

Amy D.

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Jennifer W.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter For All Ages

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with all ages from babies to young teens. I was the personal babysitter for a newborn until she was 14 months and her parents moved away. So, I am definitely an experienced diaper changer. I have a lot of experience with larger families because I have a very large family. Not only have, I babysat all different...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
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Hanna C.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter Who Loves Arts And Crafts

Hi! My name is Hanna and I am going to be a junior at Cal Poly where I will also play club soccer. I love working with kids and have experience from helping out in daycare's at my church. I also have experience from babysitting for a family down in Santa Barbara for the past year. I am a very reliable and responsible person who...
Hanna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
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Isabella M.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Engaging Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a creative, energetic, and passionate person who loves to care for children. I have over two years of experience working at a preschool, caring for a group of up to 12 toddlers at a time. I also have babysat for many years prior to this. I am currently in school to receive my Bachelor's in Education, as I am on my path...
Isabella can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Maddy S.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$13-18/hr8 yrs exp

Occasional Babysitter

Hi! My name is Maddy, I'm a second year student at Cal Poly. I've worked with kids of various ages for 5 years now through babysitting, nannying, and kids' camps. I currently work with the YMCA during the week as a Youth Program Leader at a local elementary school. I am CPR certified, have my own car, and am fully vaccinated. My...
Maddy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Taylor C.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$19-27/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter

My name is Taylor and I am an upcoming senior at Cal Poly SLO. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and have a passion for children and care taking. I love providing kids with fun experiences and unique activities such as crafts, swimming, scavenger hunts, and anything else that they love to do.
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
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Meghan R.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

My name is Meghan and I am a second year college student, studying political science at Cal Poly! I am super comfortable babysitting children of all age groups, and have been babysitting since I was 12. I have a lot of experience in working with children, as I taught gymnastics camp in high school, and have had multiple long...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Maeli M.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$18-50/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter And Pet Caregiver

Hi! I am currently a college student looking for a family to help take care of. I have worked with children for 6 years ranging from tennis lessons to being a nanny. I have also worked with children with down syndrome and other related special needs. Other than babysitting, I have worked with animals and in homes and am very...
Maeli can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Taylor M.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Cal Poly Student Looking For A Babysitting Job!

I have 5 years of experience and a pretty light school schedule this quarter at Cal Poly. I would be perfect to help a family looking for someone for after school care and I have a reliable car with a clean driving record!
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Hello!! I am currently a third-year, Cal Poly SLO undergrad student, and have been watching kids of all ages, from toddlers to middle-schoolers, since my freshman year of high school and absolutely LOVE being around kids. Throughout high school, I coached for a junior novice cheerleading program where I worked with kids aging...
Skills:

CPR

Hi my name is Adelaide and I'm a Nanny driven by a genuine passion for nurturing the growth and development of children. With 10+ years of experience, I've have become a trusted partner to families, offering reliable childcare. My approach is rooted in patience, creativity, and a friendly demeanor that puts children at ease. I...

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Luis Obispo, CA

Grace S.

5.0

Grace was a great communicator and we always felt our kids were in great hands. She listened to our and their needs well and was great at being creative with play. She was timely and always cleaned up after her and the kids. We love Grace and can't wait for her to come back in town to babysit again!

- Marybeth S.

Elena P.

5.0

Elena is THE BEST. The literal best. If you are lucky enough to hire her, do it. She took care of my baby and 6 yo with kindness and fun and love, along with helping me extensively with household tasks. She is dear to our family.

- Anne K.

Molly R.

5.0

Molly is everything you would want in a babysitter: responsible, punctual, professional, and communicates well. She did great with our two boys, followed instructions, and we would not hesitate to recommend and rehire Molly for future babysitting jobs.

- Lester C.

Emily F.

5.0

Emily is thoughtful, caring and brings joy into her work. She engaged our 19 month old with age appropriate games, was timely and followed our routine and instructions and had our little one tucked in bed on time and the are picked up when we got home. She is a gem and I highly recommend her!

- Taylor A.

Casey H.

5.0

My husband and our 2 year old boy were visiting where we used to live in Grover Beach. We were wanting a couple of date nights with some old friends while we were in town. We reached out to Casey to watch our little boy a couple of different evenings and she was awesome !!! I Highly recommend her....

- Schanen S.

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Average Rating4.3 / 5

Babysitters in San Luis Obispo, CA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 105 listed babysitters.