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156 babysitters are listed in Santa Barbara, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Santa Barbara, CA
Bailey M.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Energetic And Creative Babysitter/Tutor/Personal Assistant
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Bailey!
I recently graduated from Westmont (23') where I majored in chemistry and minored in biology and art. I love the outdoors, being active, sports, and creating art. Throughout college (and after) I held many different positions: Chemical Researcher, Teacher's Assistant, Orientation Leader, customer service roles at...
Bailey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"She was great with my eight-year-old daughter! Even helped her improve with her reading."
Tanja T.
5.0
(6)
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, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shirin has worked for our family as a nanny to our daughter, M, since she was 6 months old, beginning in 2017, and will be with us until October, 2020. Shirin is so much more than a nanny - she is a trusted, valued member of our family. Our daughter completely...
Meagan H.
Zoe C.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Outgoing And Dependable Babysitter/ Nanny- Flexible Hours!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Zoe!
I am currently a Communications major with hopes to pursue a Masters in Education and eventually become a Kindergarten teacher. Over the past decade I have gained experience in childcare, hospitality, lifeguarding, and teaching swim lessons. I believe the early years of childhood build the foundation for a...
Zoe can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Zoe was really good with our 16 month old boy. She is very energetic, dependable and great in providing feedback on daily activities. Would highly recommend and rehire her."
Manish K.
5.0
(2)
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Simona, I am a positive and energetic person who has over 6 years of experience with kids. I have worked as a coach, babysitter, and camp counselor with children between the ages of 2-15. I am super responsible and reliable, and can help with any assistance you may need at home.
Simona can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Simona is wonderful. She has watched our kiddos a handful of times over the last couple of years and was always great. We have 8 year old twins and a 2 year old."
Mj L.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Paige, I'm a graduate from St Catherine's OTA program.
My experience with children of all ages comes from 10+ years of babysitting/nannying, day care aide, and clinical work at Children's Hospital & True Friends (non profit pediatric therapy center).
I am a gentle and naturally nurturing caretaker, I love...
Paige can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"We hired Paige when our daughter was 9 months old. Paige was absolutely wonderful with her and was really invested in her growth and development. Our little girl loved spending time with Paige and my momma heart was at ease knowing my little girl was getting all...
Megan Z.
Stella H.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families 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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stella was fabulous with my 2 year old! It was our first time leaving him with a babysitter and she was so great interacting and playing with him. I would definitely hire her again."
Missy T.
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
(9)
Hired by 13 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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel was able to jump right in and help care for our 3.5 month infant. She was great at soothing the baby and let her have some epic contact naps! Baby was happy and well rested every time we worked with Rachel! She was also very communicative and reliable. We...
Care member
4.9
(30)
Hired by 28 families in your neighborhood
As a mother of an 11-year-old son, I totally understand that a child is most important to the parents. And parents want to give them the best things and make sure they are in a good and safe place, and that includes a babysitter who parents can trust and be comfortable to leave their child with. I love to entertain kids by...
Sunantinee can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mimi was great - terrific communication and she was just wonderful with our daughter! Would absolutely hire again!"
Michael D.
5.0
(1)
I have 9+ years of experience working with kids in numerous fields such as a Gymnastics Coach, Camp Counselor, Kinder/First Grade Teacher's assistant, Afterschool Teacher, Dance Teacher, Babysitter, and Nanny. I have extensive experience with executing fun and enriching activities, taking kids on field trips, teaching problem...
Tiana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Tiana is an awesome babysitter who has watched our son since he was 5. She often brings a fun project they can do together. Can't recommend enough!"
Geneva I.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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
(5)
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Janae! I've been babysitting for about 5 years between a workout facility and as a personal family babysitter for 2 families. I'm currently studying psychology and brain sciences at UCSB in hopes I can eventually work as a school psychologist. I am usually available everyday (with a day or 2 note in advance) to...
Janae can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Janae is an outstanding caregiver. She is wonderful with my children, very playful and energetic. I think she knows our schedule better than I do and runs them around to all their activities. It's so nice to come home from work knowing the kids have been fed...
Melissa S.
5.0
(1)
I grew up in a large family and have always loved working with kids. From being a surf instructor, to a dance teacher, to a pre-school teaching assistant, I have a wide skill set that makes me confident in my ability to look after your kid. Outside of work I have also been babysitting kids from the ages of 6 months-12 years old...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Liz was absolutely wonderful with my two daughters. They looked forward to the days she was watching them. She was reliable and flexible driving them wherever they needed to go!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents, my name is Daisy, I'm a 28-year-old loving, energetic, playful, trustworthy, enthusiastic and responsible. I love and care for every child as if they were my own and safety is always my #1, especially since all children are little explorers. I have been babysitting since I was a preteen. I love pets, have clean...
Daisy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Daisy worked for us for about a month every day during the week and also helped on weekends. We had a wonderful experience and my son M loves her.
She is responsible, punctual, mindful and fun. She was careful with our son as he was just learning to walk, she...
Aranza P.
Camille V.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have just graduated from the University of Redlands, where I earned my B. S in Psychology to become a Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism.
I have been babysitting for several years and am an RBT with experience in clinical, school, and home settings. I believe in hands on, exciting interaction and hope to...
Camille can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Camille cared for my 11yr old boy for about 5 months. He broke his arm when when he was playing outside. when I came home she had his arm elevated on a pillow and she gave him Tylenol for the pain. As a Nurse I was very impressed! Camille became an invaluable part...
Kurt O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working with kids, both as a babysitter as well as with my former jobs as a tutor and as a children's gymnastics coach. I love working with kids; I am attentive, caring, and compassionate, and I would be grateful for any and all opportunities to help out you and your family! Prices and hours negotiable :)
Natalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Our family was vacationing in Santa Barbara for the month. We were looking for someone to watch our 3 and 6 year olds so we could have a couple of date nights. Natalie was everything our family needed and more! She fit in perfectly, she was kind, playful,...
Jenna H.
5.0
(5)
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
First Aid
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
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Sarah, and I am a Westmont College alum with 10 years of experience caring for infants, youth, students, and pets. I come from a sports background, so I love being active and engaging with kids! I am also a certified swim instructor, and would be happy to teach your kids how to swim :)
My Strengths Finder top 5...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah is amazing. She was a regular babysitter for our 3 kids until she moved to go to college (which we were all very sad about). She was and still is, hands down, our kids' favorite sitter. She always kept the kids busy playing games, drawing, coloring ect. She...
Avena Z.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Santa Barbara, CA
Bailey M.
5.0
She is punctual and reliable girl, and will do what you asked. she is quiet girl , I asked her reading for my kids a lot.
- Yidan C.
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.
Zoe C.
5.0
Zoe was really good with our 16 month old boy. She is very energetic, dependable and great in providing feedback on daily activities. Would highly recommend and rehire her.
- Manish K.
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.
Simona N.
5.0
Simona is wonderful. She has watched our kiddos a handful of times over the last couple of years and was always great. We have 8 year old twins and a 2 year old.
- Mj L.
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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 156 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 $22.51 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 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 118 reviews of the 156 listed babysitters.