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98 babysitters are listed in San Luis Obispo, CA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in San Luis Obispo, CA
Hi, I'm Shelbi! I recently graduated from Cal Poly and am located in SLO. I am offering child care, pet care, and household services. I currently have very open availability.
I have experience with babysitting toddlers of family friends and working with kids aged 4-10 at a summer camp. I also have experience with tutoring...
Shelbi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kaydence H.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I've been caring for children for over six years, and I've loved every minute of it! My three younger sisters helped me discover my passion for nurturing and caring for little ones. As I grew older, my love for children only grew stronger, and I decided to pursue a career as a childcare provider.
I am a patient, calm, creative,...
Hello!! My name is Caitlyn and I am 21-year-old student studying biology at Cal Poly SLO (San Luis Obispo)! I have experience babysitting and helping out with children of various ages since I was younger in my hometown along with more recent experience this past fall where I was a house helper for a 2-year-old and 4-year-old. I...
Caitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Isabel. I grew up in Santa Cruz, CA, and currently attend Cal Poly State University, where I am studying Environmental Management and Protection. I am a member of the cross country and track teams and have a passion for the outdoors.
I have extensive experience babysitting both young children and groups of...
Isabel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Cait D.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Cait and I am a Child Development major at Cal Poly SLO. I have a passion for working with kids, enriched by my volunteering experience at elementary schools. I love the unique and funny characters kids have, making every moment with them enjoyable.
I've been caring for children since I was young, from family...
Cait can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Serena J.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$26/hr • 6 yrs exp
As a caretaker with six years of experience, I've had the privilege of supporting families and providing reliable childcare solutions. My passion for caregiving stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles.
I consider myself a patient, calm, friendly, and approachable caregiver. When it comes to...
Serena can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Emma T.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello!! I am a junior at Cuesta College, studying Construction Management with plans to transfer to Cal Poly. I have about 3-4 years of babysitting experience from high school and I come from a large family, which has given me years of exposure to children. I have worked in the restaurant industry for the past two years and it...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Haley K.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Haley, a college student majoring in Communications. I am organized, tidy, and reliable. Years of babysitting and volunteering in elementary schools, coupled with being part of a family of four, has strengthened my childcare skills. I would be happy to bring assistance, positivity, and compassion to your family's...
Haley can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Maya W.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$23-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi my name is Maya and I am a second year, psychology major at Cal Poly! I love kids and I have lots of babysitting experience over the years. I am looking for a part time schedule. I have my own car so I able to do drop off/ pick up, drive to do fun activities, or to extracurricular practices! I am very dependable, organized,...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Gabby D.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I love pets and kids. I have various types of experience for caring for both. I am from Santa Cruz which is where I have done most of my babysitting jobs. I have cared for neighbors, friends, and other random hiring sitting jobs. The ages of children have ranged from about 5-11 years old. I also love animals and enjoy walking...
Gabby can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Brianna C , I am 23 years old and currently attend Cuesta college as a sophomore. I love to work with kids and have been babysitting for about 6 years. As well as that, I worked in a preschool during my high school years and also did work as a camp counselor during the summers. I'm energetic, caring, and love to do...
Brianna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hi my name is Olivia and I am a third year at Cal Poly studying Political Science. I am a reliable babysitter with 5 years of experience serving as a trustworthy and dedicated caregiver. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. I am responsible, organized and can help with children school and activities. I...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Stella R.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Stella and I am a trustworthy, positive, responsible, and creative student at Cal Poly SLO. I am majoring in English and minoring in Law & Society. I have been a consistent, reliable babysitter for the past 6 years. I also come from a large family of younger cousins! My experience with children extends to my...
Stella can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Hailey S.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! A bit about me, I've cared for children majority of my life. I grew up babysitting the cousins, and when I was 16 I started nanny professionally for family's. I've cared for a wide range of ages from newborns up to 12-year-olds.
I'm currently the General Manager at the Neighborhood Acaí in SLO. I work part time while...
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I'm a recent graduate from the University of Arizona, I majored in Nutritional Sciences and Fashion Technology Sciences. I've always loved kids and have had a passion for helping them develop into their best selves. I started babysitting on a weekly basis when I was 14 for a few neighborhood families, and afterward I babysat...
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Ruthie and I'm super interested in this opportunity! I actually had a job just like this one (after school care) set up, but they were lucky enough to get in with the YMCA, so they ended up choosing that route :)
I have been babysitting for almost 10 years now and have experienced many different scenarios...
Helena B.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
As a caregiver, my passion stems from my rewarding experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for nurturing and caring for children. I'm motivated by the desire to make a positive impact on their lives and support families by providing a reliable childcare option.
My patient and calm demeanor,...
Skills:
CPR
Sorina L.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Sorina!! I'm currently in my third year at Cal Poly! I have 5 years of paid babysitting experience ranging from toddlers to elementary aged kids. I absolutely love working with kids and am open to any number or age of kids!! Please feel free to reach out if you're interested in learning more about me and my...
Sorina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Rachel R.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Rachel, a 22-year-old a student in my last quarter of my teaching credential program! I have experience with kids of all ages as I have been working in youth programs . I've been a camp counselor a few different summers, a summer school instructor two different years, a swim coach and I now am student teaching in fifth...
Ashley S.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$24-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a recent Cal Poly Alumni with a degree in elementary education! I grew up always babysitting neighbors and continuously cared for children all throughout high school and college! I love being creative and implementing art and crafts when caring for children. Since I studied elementary education at my university I got to...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in San Luis Obispo, CA:
How can I find a San Luis Obispo babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in San Luis Obispo, 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 98 babysitters in San Luis Obispo, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Luis Obispo, CA?
The average rate for San Luis Obispo, CA babysitters on Care.com is $20.86 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 Luis Obispo, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in San Luis Obispo, 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 Luis Obispo, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in San Luis Obispo, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 58 reviews of the 98 listed babysitters.