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116 babysitters are listed in Santa Ana, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Santa Ana, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Esme! I am a dependable, patient, and creative person who has around 4 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, love art, and multitasker, so little to non...
Esmeralda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"We LOVED having Esme as our babysitter for our 2 year-old! She was so great with her, and my daughter would run up to the door every time she came over. Esme was by far the best baby sitter we have ever hired. You can really tell she cares about kids and plays with...
Asha D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Cassandra. I believe that patience and compassion are the most useful skills a nanny can posses. I have nearly a decade of nannying experience with children of all ages. I began my journey at 20 years old as a live-in nanny for three little ones. Eight years and a handful of families later, I still love what I do....
Cassandra can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My daughter ( 5yo) loved having Cassy as her nanny and still enjoys her when I need babysitting. Cassy always shows up on time and is very good at communicating with me throughout the work day. The best part is she has a huge heart and loves to get in there and...
Care member
Priscilla C.
Santa Ana, CA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Priscilla, I am currently a full time nursing student and work part time. I work for Santa Ana Unified School District as a Student Support Paraprofessional but they are currently on summer break. I have worked for the City of Irvine for about 8 years, as a community service leader lll. At the community center...
Priscilla can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Priscilla is trustworthy, creative, and a natural leader. She has the ability to anticipate possible problematic situations and problem solve ahead of time. She using her bright and bubbly energy to entertain and engage the children she works with, they LOVE miss...
Christina D.
Hello I'm Nicole! I think it is important to let people know that I am Christian. I care a lot about people and believe in the morals of the Bible. I absolutely love being around kids. I grew up with an older brother and 2 little twin sisters. I had to help my mom with the twins from an early age, and loved doing so. The other...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Hii! My name is Kaylah and I am a student at the University of Arizona. I grew up with 3 younger siblings and have been babysitting them and other family/ family friends since age 14. I love fun activities like sports, games, and crafting with kids. I can also help with light housekeeping, swimming supervision, school work,...
Kaylah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hello, I'm 40 years old. I specialize in preventing child death from drowning. I feel comfortable working with children of various ages, I have experience with children with T21 (down syndrome) and I am also the mother of a baby with T21. I am open to caring for autistic children or other special needs. I am a calm, loving and...
I'd describe my personality as organized, nurturing, and really respectful.
Working with kids has always been one of my passions, making them happy and seeing a smile on my face and just creating such an amazing and unbreakable bonds with them has always been such an amazing experience.
A cooperative and easy, outgoing family...
Hello, I am 18 years old and I go to college at the University of California, San Diego. I live in Santa Ana and I am able to drive to babysit (I have a license) I am looking for a summer job to help save money for this upcoming school year. This will be my 4th year babysitting but I have a younger sister who I have helped taken...
I have over 8 years of babysitting/nanny experience. Most experienced with 4 years of age and under 14. Not comfortable with newborns at min 12 months of age. I enjoy coming up with fun activities, making meals and lightly cleaning house chores (dishes, vacuuming, etc.) Looking forward to giving you the break you need as well...
Briana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
I have had several kids of different age groups and I couldn't explain how much I love my job! It has ups and downs, but at the end of day it feels so rewarding, their love is priceless. I have taken care of kids here and there for about two or 3 years mostly family members. I am going to major in nutrition specifically with...
Jacky can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Hello. My name is Cynthia. I am a 31 years old. Mother of 3 girls that are 22, 19 and 18, I have been a single mother all my life and I always take good care of my kids. I take care of my friends or family kids if needed. I love kids and love being a babysitter.
Cynthia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping
I started babysitting when I was 14 for a newborn and 6-year-old, I'm currently 23 and have babysat them all the way till their current ages of 9 and 13 years old. I have also babysat a 2-year-old boy and 4-year-old girl for one year. I have experience with my own nephew who is 9 months old currently.
I enjoy crafting and am...
Kelley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my names Nicole Im 27 years old and I love little kids! I have two little twin sisters that I helped my mother raise. Her friends also saw how good of an older big sister I was and I baby sat all of their kids. I've babysat triplets that were adorable, a newborn baby, and kids ranging all the way up to 12. Im the babysitter...
Hi there!!! My name is Norma and I'm here to help out families who need a day to themselves, need to go out on a date or who might need a nanny. If you need a last minute babysitter on the weekends or evenings , you can count on me. I was working in a wonderful daycare for 8 years. I also have 15+ years of experience. I love...
Lauren S.
Santa Ana, CA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter/Nanny, Tutor, Dog/Cat Sitter Looking For Part-Time/Occasional Work
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a 31-year-old professional swing dance instructor and classical vocal coach, teaching nationally and internationally.
I have 17 years of babysitting experience, caring for children ages 3 months-13 years old, and multiple children at a time. I have experience working with autistic children, and several years experience...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! I am currently a second-year college student looking for a flexible and part-time schedule. My schedule is slightly up in the air, as I currently serve on the board for my sorority, so I'm the perfect sitter for an occasional date night or school pick-ups/drop-offs! I love doing arts and crafts as well as outdoor activities...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm 24 and I currently live & work full time in Irvine! I have been working with all ages of kids since I was about 16 through both private family hire as well as summer camp & a before/after school care organization. I don't currently work in childcare but have CPR, CPI & first aid certifications and am willing to gain others...
Clare can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Elizabeth M.
Santa Ana, CA
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and experienced caregiver with a decade of experience providing safe, reliable child care. I'm passionate about supporting families and making a positive impact on the lives of children. With a background in childhood education, I foster a fun and educational environment that encourages creativity, imagination,...
I'm originally from West Africa Liberia. I'm a passionate and experienced nanny with over 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I believe that every child is unique and deserves a nurturing environment that fosters their growth, creativity, and happiness.
I have had the pleasure of working with families in...
Stephany L.
Santa Ana, CA
$21-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development, and I have three years of experience as a childcare provider. I'm drawn to this field because I enjoy fostering a positive and stimulating environment where children can thrive. My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creative and imaginative nature, allows...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Santa Ana, CA
Esmeralda R.
5.0
We LOVED having Esme as our babysitter for our 2 year-old! She was so great with her, and my daughter would run up to the door every time she came over. Esme was by far the best baby sitter we have ever hired. You can really tell she cares about kids and plays with them, rather than just sitting...
- Asha D.
Cassandra S.
5.0
Cassy is amazing! Our 8 year old son had the best time with her. They played Nintendo, ate pizza and had so much fun. Came home and he was tucked in asleep. Cannot recommend her enough!
- Care member
Priscilla C.
5.0
Priscilla is trustworthy, creative, and a natural leader. She has the ability to anticipate possible problematic situations and problem solve ahead of time. She using her bright and bubbly energy to entertain and engage the children she works with, they LOVE miss Priscilla! She demonstrates all of...
- Christina D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Santa Ana, CA:
How can I find a Santa Ana babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Santa Ana, 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 116 babysitters in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA?
The average rate for Santa Ana, CA babysitters on Care.com is $21.83 per hour as of January 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 Santa Ana, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Santa Ana, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 104 reviews of the 116 listed babysitters.