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60 babysitters are listed in Sherman Oaks, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Sherman Oaks, CA
I have home schooled and baby sat for two children in Brentwood for the last 12 years.
I have an bachelors in education from Cambridge University and have been a professional nanny and teacher for many years (25+)
Extremely experienced with children.
Reliable and happy to be available last minute.
Also have degrees in...
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Brazilian nanny with extensive professional experience in child care, spanning over 8 years. I have worked with children from newborns to teenagers, both in daycare and as a babysitter/nanny. I am dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages and have experience with various developmental...
Camila can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Camila is kind, trustworthy and great with children. It is clear to me that working as a nanny is a passion for her, she loves our kiddos! She loves working with the children, and I see this manifest in her communication skills and creative ideas for activities....
Care member
4.2
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am looking for a full time position with a great family near Sherman Oaks. I've been staying home since March 20th. I am clean, professional, fun, happy, experienced and very flexible with my time. I've also been vaccinated for T-dap and the flu. I am very healthy. I absolutely love being a nanny and spending time with babies...
Cassidy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Cassidy cared for my daughter (1) and son (5) over a period of several months this year while I was in LA off and on working. She was hired as a temporary nanny and was responsible for both of them for any where from a few hours to all day (I work long days). She...
Lisa L.
My name is Houda. I'm from Belgium. I have been babysitting/nannying (newborn, toddlers...) children (10+ years experiences) , I was working in a French childcare too.. I was an elementary teacher. I love spending time with children and helping out. I'm very independent and can handle a household. I have my CPR/first aid.. I...
Houda can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Brianna G.
Sherman Oaks, CA
$27-32/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Brianna and I'm based in the San Fernando Valley. I have experience working as a sitter for toddlers and middle school-aged children. I really enjoy working with kids! I work as teacher's assistant in elementary schools and I also work as children's party performer on the weekends - usually as a princess,...
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Melissa B.
Sherman Oaks, CA
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Melissa, and I am looking to housesit and petsit! I have extensive experience taking care of cats and dogs! I have a sweet 3-year-old cat of my own name Nova. I am a true animal lover and hope to have the privilege of watching over your pets!
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Nina M.
Sherman Oaks, CA
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I taught in Nagoya, Japan for 5 years, I'm a preschool teacher with over 20 years of experience. I have a B. A. and Master's in Child development from Pacific Oaks College.
Hi, my name is Becca. I am a UCSB graduate and am great with kids. I am extremely friendly, reliable, patient, and creative. Though I am very responsible and organized, I definitely still embrace my inner child! In the past, I have cared for a child from 1 to 3, have face-painted at kids' birthday parties, and have volunteered...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
(2)
I enjoy working with kids and I am a huge pet lover. I grew up being the oldest of 7 siblings and have been babysitting ever since. I also taught dance at a dance studio to ages 3-12. I have over 8 years of experience with infant care, and have loved every second of it. I have experience babysitting up to 5 kids at a time. I am...
Drew can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Drew is absolutely amazing with kids! She is just a natural. She took care of our kids starting at 6 weeks old. I would definitely recommend her!"
Jennifer S.
Svetlana F.
Van Nuys, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I work in the medical field. I have professional neonatal, infant, pediatric CPR, first aid certification.. I work as a Respiratory Therapist in my other job. . My schedule is very flexible. I have experience with kids and adults as well. I am looking for a part-time, back up, date/night, occasional or on-call position as a...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Svetlana is simply wonderful. I felt really safe to leave my 5 years old kid with Svetlana. She went far and beyond caring for my little girl, who was very sick at that time. HUGE thank you
"
Dmitriy P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello~
I have experience working as a camp counselor, children's swim instructor, and babysitter for children ages 4 and up. Through these jobs, I have learned how to keep kids safe while having fun!
I believe keeping kids engaged in creative activities is important to their development as outstanding, wholesome individuals...
Wuchun can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Wu has been helping our family for about 10 months. We love her and she is so patient kind and attentive. Our 7 year old and 2.5 year old daughters both love Wu and ask about her all the time.
We feel so lucky to have her."
Alexandria N.
Sky D.
Burbank, CA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Parents! My name is Sky and I am currently a full time nursing student! Growing up I would always take care of the kids around my neighborhood when my neighbors would go on a mini vacation or even just a date night. I was previously a Behavioral Therapist for 2 years and it was such an amazing experience, reason for my...
Sky can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Sky was great with our 2 year old daughter. She was prompt and kept our daughter happy and entertained the whole day. We came home to a very happy baby. We will hire her again."
Nick C.
5.0
(1)
I've been babysitting (younger sister, cousins, etc.) for as long as I can remember. But the catch that makes me a keeper is that I have more services to offer.
Not only am I efficient with watching children of all ages, engaging with them in activities and academic tutoring, but I am also a tidy, organized person who knows how...
Leondra can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"Leondra is the most diligent person I've known. Whatever the task or job...she gets it done. She has always come prepared and ready for work. She is a leader and always willing to help others."
Robin J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Mel! I am currently a preschool teacher in Toluca Lake, pursuing an advance degree.
Before teaching I was a nanny for over 10 years and also worked in rare disease patient advocacy as a program producer.
When I'm not teaching I enjoy spending time with my husband, catching up with friends, cooking, reading, snuggling...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Mel has worked for our family here in California for quite a few months now and she is absolutely amazing! We will continue to use her as much as we can. Our daughter is now 9 months old and is always so excited to see her. "
Geneva G.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Jasmine H from Hollywood, CA
Hi my name is Jazzy! I have been a babysitter, swim lesson instructor, lifeguard, and camp counselor since I was 14 and a professional older cousin since well always. I have lots of experience with children from as young as 6 months old to preteens through my five years of instructing swim lessons....
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jasmine did a great job caring for my kids over the weekend. Was worried someone so young wouldn't know how to handle my kids, but she did amazing! My kids loved spending time with her. I felt so at ease knowing that they were is Jasmine's hands. I highly recommend...
Joe A.
5.0
(1)
I have over 10 years of experience working with children and families in roles such as teacher assistant, parent educator, case manager, camp counselor, and after-school supervisor. With a bachelor's degree in psychology emphasizing child development, I bring a deep understanding of children's needs and milestones. Currently...
Alexxis can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Alexxis is like an extended member of our family. She has been watching my children since the Pandemic started in 2020, when they were 2 and 4 years old. We have referred Alexxis to many of our friends and family and they report loving her as much as we do. Our...
Ilene S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Phoebe and I'm a 3 or 4 days/week nanny position. I currently nanny for a lovely family in Silverlake, but their little girl starts preschool in the fall and they'll only need me 1 day/week. I have been full-time with their family since she was 6 months old, and now she's almost 2! It has been absolutely amazing...
Phoebe can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Phoebe has been the nanny for our 2 year daughter since she was 6 months old and we genuinely couldn't be happier with her. Phoebe is incredibly trustworthy, reliable and we wholeheartedly believe that she has made a long lasting positive impact on the crucial...
Rachel H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Gaby. I've been working on and off as a nanny for 5+ years and babysitting/working with children for 8 years. I'm CPR/First Aid Certified, and am bilingual in both English and Spanish. I recognize the importance of incorporating learning into play through different Montessori techniques, exciting games, and creative...
Gabriela can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Excellent caregiver she did an amazing job taking care of my two kiddos. Would definitely recommend her to anyone.!! Thank you for helping !"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 34 years old from West Hollywood. I have been a nanny for 10 years and I have watched children from newborn (including twins) to the age of 13. The involvement of a nanny and child is a very important part of the child's growth and development, while not with the parent(s). I love the environment of my nanny families seeing...
Heidi can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Heidi worked for our family for just over two years and we love her! She started working for us when our children were 2 and 5 and if we didn't move to New Zealand we'd still be working with her. She is thoughtful, fun, trustworthy, reliable and our kids adore her....
Danika C.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Alexa and I have been babysitting for over 6 years. I love playing with kids and I consider myself a very active and energetic person. My goal is to be a positive role model for every child I babysit, as well as making them laugh because that is the best! I consider myself to be a very creative person - I...
Alexa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"An absolute angel of a nanny. Always on time. My 2 year old loves her. She keeps him engaged, safe, happy, and fed- even though he's the pickiest eater on earth. Has made our lives so much easier. Would absolutely recommend."
Breah R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Sherman Oaks, CA
Camila D.
5.0
Camila is kind, trustworthy and great with children. It is clear to me that working as a nanny is a passion for her, she loves our kiddos! She loves working with the children, and I see this manifest in her communication skills and creative ideas for activities. She keeps the children occupied and...
- Care member
Cassidy A.
5.0
Cassidy has cared for my two children since they were 1 and 3 years old. They both love her and enjoy spending time with her. She spends time playing with them and cares about their safety. It's obvious that she loves kids and I would recommend her to other families.
- Carrie G.
Drew T.
5.0
She has been the absolute best with all of my girls. She is a complete natural and genuinely cares about my girls having the best care!
- chelsea G.
Svetlana F.
5.0
Svetlana is someone who really takes the initiative and wants to help make a mother's life easier! She is really hands on and when she's in your home looking after your children you know they will be well taken care of. She had a great way with my little ones and I felt she really wanted to help...
- Caroline M.
Wuchun D.
5.0
We love Wu! She's amazing with my daughter and just an all around great person!
- Jordyn F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Sherman Oaks, CA:
How can I find a Sherman Oaks babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Sherman Oaks, 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 48 babysitters in Sherman Oaks, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 Sherman Oaks, CA?
The average rate for Sherman Oaks, CA babysitters on Care.com is $25.31 per hour as of March 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 Sherman Oaks, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Sherman Oaks, 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 Sherman Oaks, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Sherman Oaks, CA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.