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140 babysitters are listed in Santa Monica, CA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Santa Monica, CA
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Christina, I am living in Santa Monica and enjoy walking to the beach, reading a good book on my patio and baking a variety of sweets!
I graduated from SDSU in May 2019 with a bachelor's degree in family psychology. I went back to school during covid to become a certified interior designer. I offer...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
5.0
"Christina was great and held everything together for us like a champ. Thank you!"
Kelly N.
Hello! We have a sweet, fun, smart 2-year-old daughter named C. We are seeking a babysitter to support us for date nights or as needed on the weekends. We live in Santa Monica, and we are happy, active family!
Hi! I'm Emily and I am the oldest of 4 children, with two brothers and one sister. My whole life I have been caring for them and babysitting while my parents were out. I babysat weekly for a couple families in my neighborhood throughout high school and nannied for a family with two little girls throughout college. I was a...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I've done just about every kind of babysitting job: I've been a chauffeur, consistent nanny that cleans and helps kids with homework, back-up sitter, etc.
Let me know what your family's needs are and we can work something out!
I've been babysitting kids since I was 13, starting with other kids in my neighborhood. The most...
Terry can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Pattra or you can call me Ami. I'm originally Thai. I live in Santa Monica.
I used to be an Au pair for about 2 years with 2 girls since 2020. Afterwards I was a nanny for girls and boys from 3 months old to 7 years old. I have a lots of experiences working and taking care of multiple kids in the same time.
My...
Pattra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Pattra, and our daughter loves her even more. Pattra has been with us since our daughter was four months old (14 months now) and we are so sad that we have to let her go because we are moving out of town. I ugly cried multiple times thinking about having to...
Care member
I'm a patient and caring person that enjoys working with infants and toddlers. I have 6 months of experience working with infants as a teachers assistant.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hi I'm Michelle! I'm a former teacher and nanny with a Master's of Education looking to go back to school for Psychology
and nanny part time.
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
CPR
I have previously watched a 9-month-old child for a couple of months while his parents had different working shifts. I had also watched over a 1-year-old child, and my nephew who is 5-year-old for a year, as well as an 11-year-old girl, and 7-year-old boy. Being with kids comes natural to me and I understand how to talk to them...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sabrina. I'm 26 years old and I live in Westwood. I work full time in accounting for a property management company but before that I nannied and babysat for several years. I was working full time for families and helping families part time for date nights and weekends. I'm available after 5:30 p.m. on weekdays...
Sabrina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Danielle L.
Santa Monica, CA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Summer Babysitter/Nanny With Master's Degree And Expertise In Child Development & Special Needs
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Danielle! I'm a licensed speech-language pathologist specializing in early intervention, parent coaching, autism, and AAC. With advanced certification in DIR (Developmental, Individualized, Relationship-based) therapy, I have developed expertise in childhood development, particularly in fostering social-emotional...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Inga A.
Santa Monica, CA
$19-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced And Nurturing Babysitter From Santa Monica: Bringing Love, Learning And Fun To Childcare
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, Santa Monica families!
I'm a young grandmother from Latvia, now happily living in the U. S. for the last 20 years. As a mother of two and a grandmother who raised a grandchild from 3 months to age 3, I've cultivated a nurturing yet structured approach to childcare.
I'm gentle, friendly, and believe in the importance of...
Inga can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am currently a nursing student at Mount Saint Mary's University and would love to spend my free time making some extra cash and playing with some little ones! I have experience with short and long term babysitting/nanny gigs here through care. com so I am very familiar with the process. I have a degree in psychology...
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Hi! My name is Ariella and I am a fun babysitter who has spent years watching my little siblings and other children in my area. I'm extremely active and I love to play sports outside or play games inside the house. I have a car and I can always take kids to the park or pick them up from places if need be. I love working with...
Ariella can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Hello! I've been working with children since the age of 14 years old: babysitting, nannying, volunteering at summer camps. I have previously been a full-time nanny to 3 children responsible for caring for them, homework help, light housekeeping, running errands, meal-prep, driving to activities, getting them ready for school and...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Sahar K.
Santa Monica, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Reliable, Good-Natured And Fun Babysitter
Hello!
My name is JJ (female). I have over 20 years of babysitting experience, and love kids! I'm a natural around children, and love to see them grow and learn in a positive, playful, and uplifting environment, which hopefully I can be a part of fostering as their babysitter. I've babysat for children from newborns to teens,...
Sahar can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi!
I'm Eliza, and I'm excited to help you manage your busy schedule!
Growing up with my parents, who own a Montessori daycare and school, I've always had a strong connection with children and a deep understanding of their needs. I also love spending time outdoors, bringing energy and enthusiasm to everything I do.
I recently...
Eliza can also help with: Carpooling
I'm a positive, responsible, and warmhearted person with over 12 years extensive childcare experience with children between 3 months up to 12 years old.
When caring for children, I feel deeply involved in the child's learning and development process. I like to keep the children busy and entertained with different educational...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Being the oldest, I always had a sense of "responsibility".... without it being said. Fast forward to today, I still have quite a talent for this: both with kiddos and pet kids!
I love sharing in fun imagination time, laughter, and all those exciting moments, but also understand the need for safety and making sure homework and...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Khaliun (pronounced Haluna)!
I am available to babysit on the Westside, I live in Santa Monica. I have babysat consistently for a family in Malibu throughout college for kids ages 8-16 and for families from this group the past 2 years for younger kids ages 10 months to 5 years old.
I'm also experienced as an...
Khaliun can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
I have been caring for children for the past 10 years. I spent 3 years as a part-time nanny where I was in charge of getting children to and from extra curricular activities, preparing dinner, cleaning the house, bath, and bed time. I have experience with twins and special needs children.
I absolutely love children and as an...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Santa Monica, CA:
How can I find a Santa Monica babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Santa Monica, 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 140 babysitters in Santa Monica, 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 Monica, CA?
The average rate for Santa Monica, CA babysitters on Care.com is $23.99 per hour as of February 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 Monica, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Santa Monica, 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 Monica, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Santa Monica, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews of the 140 listed babysitters.