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165 babysitters are listed in Santa Barbara, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Santa Barbara, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a seasoned caregiver at 24 Hour Homecare with over two years of diverse behavioral-therapy experience & have been babysitting children from ages of 6 months old to 13 years of age through out my teenage and now adult years.
With my knowledge of behavioral therapy & passion for helping others while continuing to...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Ashley has been our nanny for almost a whole year until our youngest started going to preschool. Ashley was incredibly cooperative, professional, reliable, and just extremely positive and happy while she worked with us. She was very respectful and I appreciated her...
Muniba S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi there my name is Shirin I am a mother of two grown daughters in their thirtieth & a long-time resident of Santa Barbara. I have been babysitting/working as a nanny in Barbara/Goleta/Carpenteria for the last 15years with a lifetime of experience! I am reliable, trustworthy and have my own transportation. I have worked for...
Shirin can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shirin was an amazing care taker for my grandmother during her toughest time. We appreciate all of her help and the love and compassion she showed to our grandmother. We meet Shirin through a close friend who's ill mother Shirin use to take care of. She is...
Tannaz A.
Tamara A.
Santa Barbara, CA
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/Babysitter Available To Work Right Away.
5.0
(2)
Hi - My name is Tamara, and I am from Nigeria. I moved to the U. S for school and has since then graduated with a bachelor's degree in Aviation and Business. I've been working with kids since I was at least 10 and love it. I started by watching my younger brothers and sisters, then my nieces and nephews and then began...
Tamara can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Tena is very sweet and patient with my kids. They were always comfortable around her and looked forward to her visits. It was a load off knowing she was very capable in looking after them for me"
Anne E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With over a decade of experience in childcare and education and a bachelors in applied developmental psychology, I am looking to help care for the next generation and teach them to be kind. I am a former outdoor educator and seasoned traveler, among other things, so if you are an active family who would like someone able to...
Caleigh can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids loved Caleigh. She babysat my daughter starting at 6 mo and my 4 years old son for the year I worked part-time. My kids loved her because she played games with them and rarely did screen time, which I really appreciated. Also, she is a great communicator....
Rebecca H.
Rachel B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Mom Of 2 Older Sons Is Here To Help. Come Home To Clean, Full, Happy Kids And A Tidy House
5.0
(7)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional nanny, personal assistant and postpartum doula. I love nurturing children of all ages! I have had the privilege of working with over 47 families since COVID. Including working at the Miramar. I specialize in infants and children with special needs.
My own sons are 21 and 24 years old. They went to Montecito...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel has been working with us for more than a year, helping with two kids - a toddler and a third grader. She is PHENOMENAL. Very experienced, professional and punctual, but also kind and warm. She is that rare type of nanny with the perfect balance of discipline...
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Michelle B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I've been babysitting for 3 years, kids ranging from ages 7mo - 8yo. Feel free to contact me!
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Breanna S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there,
Just a little about me, I worked at the camp in the kids' corner, and after school program for over a year. I worked with kids ranging from eight months to 12 years old. And I volunteer twice a month at my church nursery working with babies.
I have my associate degree in medical billing and coding. I am currently...
Breanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Breanna babysits for our 5 month old son. Being a new mom, I still have a hard time leaving my son, but Breanna has such a kind demeanor she immediately put me at ease. She is very confident in caring for little ones and I really trust her. I highly recommend...
Elizabeth S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started my first nannying job for twin girls that were 5 months old are now 9 years old. I nannied for them for 3 years and babysat them after. I worked for my church for 7 years providing childcare for kids ages 0-3 every week. I also nannied when I graduated high school for three girls ages 5, 8, and 12. I absolutely love...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Sarah worked with us for over a year as a nanny to our little girl- and was the best fit for our family that I could have asked for (and then some).
She is kind and patient and engaging and made me feel comfortable from day 1. I knew that my daughter was cared...
Emily N.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I came from a pretty large family, so the reality is I started helping out with younger siblings and cousins right out the gate. The thing is I was always naturally good with kids and I really enjoyed it. Then when I got a little older I took some "working with children" classes, I became the go to neighborhood babysitter and...
Nikole can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nikki is the best. She nannied my kids (age 2 and 4 at the time) two years ago for the summer and we still call on her as our first choice for babysitting. My kids get so excited when she comes over. Nikki's strengths are her genuine love for the kids she cares for...
Stephanie D.
5.0
(2)
I am a senior at Bowdoin College, at home for break from December 22-January 18th. I am double majoring in French and Africana Studies with a minor in Music. After nine years of French classes and five months living in Bordeaux as a part of a language immersion program, I am fluent in French and could teach some French basics to...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah is an incredibly kind, fun, responsible, and caring person. She is amazing with kids. She knows how to be goofy and have fun with kids, but then she is also able to be disciplinary in a kind manner if necessary. Hannah is not afraid to fully embrace her...
Gabrielle M.
Hayden S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Hayden and I just moved to New York after graduating from UC Berkeley! I am in between jobs and looking for a short term or casual nannying/babysitting gig. I've worked with kids of all ages (infants to preteens) and am also comfortable with drop offs/pick ups, cooking/meal prep, light house-keeping,...
Hayden can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Hayden was so helpful in engaging with our high needs child. From the park to art projects and learning/teaching daily routines, she was energetic and fun but calm. Highly recommend!"
Jeff R.
Stella H.
Santa Barbara, CA
$17/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Stella, and I've been providing childcare to families for almost 10 years. I have always loved spending time with kids and began babysitting for family friends when I was 14. Most of my experience has been taking care of infants and toddlers, but I have worked with kids of all ages, ranging from a couple of months old...
Stella can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stella is a super awesome human who LOVES kids and it shows. she knows just what to do in ever situation with complete calm, enthusiasm and good cheer. she always has great ideas for good fun and is totally reliable. my girls and i think she is the BEST!"
shelly A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am s special education teacher in the Santa Barbara school district and have been working with children for over 15 years. I have experience as a nanny, tutor and teacher and love working with kids in every capacity. If you are looking for a trustworthy care provider you have found one here!
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I would highly recommend Alyssa for her skills - she was wonderful as she took care of my 5 year old."
Kamaljeet G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a nanny with 15+ years of consistent and diverse childcare experience. I have worked in pre-schools, church nurseries, and daycares, and have been employed by hundreds of families in varying capacities. My childcare approach is respectful and positive. I am intentional to promote curiosity, creativity, kindness,...
Devon can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kids loved Devon!! Unfortunately she went back to working for her previous family. She was very reliable and responsible."
Laura G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I do really love taking care of children/child and making memories with. I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your kid or kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having...
Mia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Mia is exceptional. Having raised two wonderful kids of her own, she really knows what she's doing when caring for our kids. She's open and honest. Overall, a delight to be around and to communicate with. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am a mom of 3 older children, I'm a fun-loving, compassionate, easy going, very patient experienced nanny of 30 years. Love to cuddle your babies, enjoy playing, reading doing age appropriate activities. I have reliable transportation and clean drivers licenses.
I'm very flexible and always willing to help out in any way....
Kimberly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Kim is truly amazing. She took such good care of our newborn! She was always on time, sent us regular updates and pictures of our baby and is a very good communicator. She even bought him toys on occasion. She's the best!"
Youssef B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, friendly, and giving.
I like working with kids because they bring me joy, I like helping them learn and I enjoy being imaginative with them.
I'm looking for a job that brings me happiness and is rewarding.
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old.
In my spare time,...
Ariana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Ariana is the babysitter of your dreams! She is the most trustworthy, responsible, timely, caring, loving babysitter we’ve ever had! I found her on care.com and at first I was a bit skeptical about using an app to find someone, but I am so glad I did. She really...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lauren, I'm 21. I have previously studied child development and have experience watching children since I was 13 years old. With that experience, I have watched a range of ages from new born - 13 years old. I feel I'm very responsible, caring, hardworking, motivated, and ambitious. As for my schedule, I'm very...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Lauren has been taking care of my little one since he was 7 months old. She is responsible, loving, gentle, and trustworthy. My little one has a huge smile every time she walks in the door! I feel completely at ease leaving my son with her and highly recommend her...
Jenna D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm a fluid multi-tasker, I see what needs to be done and do it. I love to engage with children and check in with them consistently. I'm flexible when it comes to scheduling and plans. I'm very compassionate and also keep things on track. I'm interested in health and wellness. CPR Certified.
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"There is a reason why Katie has so many positive reviews, she is simply amazing. Katie started with us when our daughter, R, was 5 months old. Katie worked with us through sleep-training and solid foods. It was clear to us that our daughter's well-being was her...
Johanna C.
Hello families! My name is Hailey, I'm 22 years old, and looking for any babysitting opportunities! I live in Santa Barbara, and work as an assistant teacher at a farm school program in Carpinteria, I absolutely love it! I have worked with children since I was 15 years old, I have done babysitting ever since and also gotten the...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Santa Barbara, CA
Ashley V.
5.0
Ashley watched our twin 5-month-old boys in our hotel while we went to a wedding. She was on time. Easy and flexible to coordinate with. She was friendly and fun and easy to talk to as we talked through how we were hoping the evening would go. She was so great we asked her to watch them again our...
- Thomas D.
Shirin J.
5.0
Shirin started with our family when our daughter was 4 month old. She was loving, kind, attentive and had our daughter's best interest at heart. We are thankful to have had Shirin's experience and guidance as we navigated the newborn phase as first-time parents. She was especially helpful with the...
- Ashlee T.
Tamara A.
5.0
She's really friendly and careful with kids
- Tosin A.
Caleigh H.
5.0
My kids loved Caleigh. She babysat my daughter starting at 6 mo and my 4 years old son for the year I worked part-time. My kids loved her because she played games with them and rarely did screen time, which I really appreciated. Also, she is a great communicator. If she hadn't moved away, we'd...
- Rebecca H.
Rachel B.
5.0
Rachel is AMAZING! I trust another mother's instinct around safety, kindness and encouraging good manners. Our kids begged for her to come back and make cupcakes! Plus the house was tidy and fresh when we returned. Thank you Rachel!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Santa Barbara, CA:
How can I find a Santa Barbara babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Santa Barbara, 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 165 babysitters in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA?
The average rate for Santa Barbara, CA babysitters on Care.com is $22.02 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 Barbara, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Santa Barbara, 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 Barbara, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Santa Barbara, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews of the 165 listed babysitters.