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142 babysitters are listed in Santa Monica, CA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Santa Monica, CA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jacqueline. I am an experienced caregiver and recent college graduate. For the last 9 years I have worked as a nanny, house keeper, organizer, personal stylist, home and event decorator, personal chef and grocery shopper, and yoga specialist. I love to bring my well rounded lifestyle into your home and make...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She is absolutely amazing! She is always on time and responds quickly to messages. She is a hard worker and very efficient with helping us. Our daughter loved having her over. She is wonderful with kids and we will continue to use her for babysitting. We found a...
Lisa F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Jamie!
I have years of experience baby sitting my younger siblings and watching my friend's kids and recently I was with a family with a 4-year-old and a baby for 8 months! I can help with Errands & Laundry (Self taught & I'm quite good at it now), Homework (English & social studies my best subjects!) - I love crafts,...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Jaime as a temp Nanny for a week. She did a great job, was dependable, on time, and cared for out two year old boy. She is kind, easy to work with, and someone we plan on using again in the near future."
Ali L.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Wow! Christina is my new go to gal! I have three kids with another on the way and school is back to being at home again and I really needed an extra set of hands to help with the kids and the house! She's been great at helping them with their homework and cleaning...
Lisa B.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & 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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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:
CPR
First Aid
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:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Ariana G.
Santa Monica, CA
$17-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Available For Any Day Of The Week.
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ariana and I am looking for part time family to start mid or end of September.
I have 2 years living in LA and I work with a boy with 20 months old but he starts soon preschool, I was with this family for a year and they really are very special to me.
I love the outdoor activities and arts and crafts to keep...
Ariana can also help with: Travel, meal prep
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
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, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, 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: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
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
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Tara I'm 25 years old and I'm a psychology major student, I grew up surrounded by kids so I have a lot of experience with the little ones, I was a Nanny for 3 years to the best family the kids were 3, 6, 12, and 15 years old. We all got along great, I love kids and have the best connection with them. I live in...
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Tara was great! She helped us out for a few days while my 14 month old was sick and had to stay home from daycare. Tara is so sweet and played well with him. She also fed him and took him to the park. We would definitely hire Tara again!"
Care member
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
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, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling
I have worked with Camp Harmony-- supervised a cabin of 8 campers ages 5-12 from LA homeless shelters -- for four years. I have also worked with A Place Called Home organization and taught ballet classes to children ages 6-12. I babysit family friends frequently.
Alejandra can also help with: Carpooling
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Santa Monica, CA
Jacqueline A.
5.0
She is absolutely amazing! She is always on time and responds quickly to messages. She is a hard worker and very efficient with helping us. Our daughter loved having her over. She is wonderful with kids and we will continue to use her for babysitting. We found a gem!
- Lisa F.
Jamie D.
5.0
Jamie was great! My 6 year old had a blast hanging out with her. On time and professional!
- Arvind P.
Christina C.
5.0
Christina was great and held everything together for us like a champ. Thank you!
- Kelly N.
Tara F.
5.0
Tara was great! She helped us out for a few days while my 14 month old was sick and had to stay home from daycare. Tara is so sweet and played well with him. She also fed him and took him to the park. We would definitely hire Tara again!
- Care member
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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 142 babysitters in Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, CA?
The average rate for Santa Monica, CA babysitters on Care.com is $23.40 per hour as of November 2024. 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 2024, 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 Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Santa Monica, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 60 reviews of the 142 listed babysitters.