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60 babysitters are listed in Soquel, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Soquel, CA
Paige S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for about 11 years now and have experience with children as young as five months. I have a Bachelor degree/concentration in Human Development and Family Studies and Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I enjoy playing sports, hiking and just being active. I love doing arts and crafts, reading,...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We were in town for the weekend, and needed childcare for the evening. We hired Paige, and she was punctual, super sweet and the kids had a great time! We would definitely hire her again when back in town. "
Mandy K.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I currently work as an instructional assistant in public schools: working directly with children in classrooms, aiding in their learning.
I've spent the last year teaching scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia! Before that, I was teaching Marine Biology and scuba diving to kids 10-17 on Catalina Island! In the...
Zareah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Recommended through a friend, available on short notice! Kids loved her! she took lots of pictures of them, which was wonderful."
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Emma! I have been working with children of all ages for the last 8 years as a Recess Coach at Westlake, a Registered Behavior Technician, a camp counselor, a tutor and as a babysitter/ nanny. I work to provide kids a safe and accepting environment filled with play, kindness and empathy for their experience. I also have...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kids love Emma! She manages to be fun and kind while also having clear expectations. She has experience with special-needs children as well, which gives her a unique perspective and set of skills. She's wonderful!"
Anna W.
Kenneth G.
Aptos, CA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Family Assistant/ Odd Jobs/ Pet Care/ House sitting/ And More
5.0
(1)
I have worked with a variety of children in a variety of settings since 1994. First as a tennis coach for kids, then as a Residential Treatment Counselor for 10+ years, in-home Autism Therapist, as a Family Assistant on a large estate in Santa Cruz for 9 years, and as a special needs caregiver for 6+ years. I am currently a...
Kenneth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Stephanie B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Looking For Occasional Jobs And Full Time 1st Week Of April
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids in different settings (daycare + nannying) for a little over 6 years now. I'm CPR certified and bilingual Portuguese/English, I do have my own transportation. I have extensive infant experience on bottle feeding, nap routine, engaging activities/outings, solid introduction and I felt comfortable...
Stephanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie took care of my son from around 9 - 18 months in a nanny share. She was punctual, reliable, and consistent with her care. She laughed and played and formed a bond with my baby, and helped get him into a nap routine. She honored my specific requests and I...
Care member
Sidney H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! Interested In Getting Into More Babysitting/nanny After School And After Work.
Hello! My name is Sidney. Born and raised in the Santa Cruz area i've always been surrounded by little ones and love taking care of and making sure they always have a smile on their face! I also have great organizational skills if you are ever interested in help with cleaning, organizing and even cooking! I'm very excited for...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Bridget! I have been babysitting and teaching dance classes to kids ages 2-12 for about 7 years off and on. I love doing fun activities like arts and crafts, dancing, being outdoors, and reading with kids. I can help with homework, housework, and rides/carpooling. I recently graduated from CSUMB with a BS. in...
Bridget can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Andrea G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a nurturing individual, my passion for childcare stems from my fulfilling experience in previous babysitting roles, where I witnessed firsthand the positive impact I had on children's lives. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my friendly approach, allows me to build strong relationships with children and their...
Julia T.
Aptos, CA
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I took the Red Cross babysitter course 12 years ago and have been babysitting, tutoring, and mentoring ever since. I enjoy children and their raw enthusiasm. I believe that fostering that enthusiasm and spirit is vital. I'm a grad school student and a lifelong learner. I love science and experiments, cooking, baking, art...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I am Cassidy and I am a 26-year-old looking for part time work in Daly City, or the Bay Area. I graduated from my Masters in Environmental Conservation and Education from NYU two years ago, and college from UC Santa Cruz in education.
For three years, I was an elementary school teacher in Watsonville at a billingual school....
Cassidy can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As an accounting professional and proud aunty, I still enjoy working with kids as I did all through my school years. While saving for home improvement projects, I'm excited to be back to care. com to build on 15+ years of childcare experience. I appreciate working with all ages and meeting each child where their age, interest,...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Amanda A.
Capitola, CA
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. With 5 years of experience, I've gained the skills necessary to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages, from 6 to 11 and 12 and up.
I believe in open and honest communication with parents...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Elyssa, I was born and raised in Sacramento, California and I have been nannying for families for almost 4 years now! I am currently a third-year Politics major at the University of California Santa Cruz. I am also a part-time yoga instructor, and I enjoy outdoor activities and nature, which drew me to move...
Elyssa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
HI, I'm Pattie, born & raised in Bangkok, Thailand. I have BA in business marketing and speak Fluent English and Thai. I am experienced, caring, energetic and Reliable. love children & animals.
I m Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certified by Red Cross and PET tech certified.
I moved to USA since 2006. I was a stay at...
Patcharaporn can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Elizabeth V.
Scotts Valley, CA
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Mom Of Three, Specializing In Newborn Care Incl. Care For New Moms
Hello there!Like many young girls of my time, I started babysitting at age 11. I worked three jobs in high school: daycare at First Lady Spa, I ran the after-school care program at my K-12 school for children from K-6th grade for 3 years, and I was a private nanny for an active family with three children for 5 years. Once I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Zoe B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Zoë. I grew up in a home filled with animals - cats, rabbits, other small critters - and even have had some experience with farm animals. I am very comfortable with pets and looking after all their needs.
I've babysat for many years, and have even worked in summer kids camps (specifically teaching tennis to...
Zoe can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Mara W.
Santa Cruz, CA
$26-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Enthusiastic, Happy And Caring Childcare Worker Looking For Full Time Nanny Job In Santa Cruz Area!
Hello!
My name is Mara, and I'm looking for a private nanny job in the Santa Cruz area. I am looking for a job that is at least 30-40 hours a week, and I'm hoping to take care of 1-3 kids at a time. My experience is mostly with ages 12-24 months, but I have experience with 6-12 months, toddlers, pre-k and grade school. I am...
Hello! My name is Samantha and I am currently a student at UCSC. I have more than 4 years of childcare experience, from working as a counselor at summer camps and babysitting in my home town. I have experience with special needs children as well!
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, friendly and caring
I started working...
Rebeca B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe myself as warm, generous, and creative.
I am a professor with a flexible schedule, looking for ways to supplement the cost of college for my eldest. I am a caregiver at heart and it brings me joy to help others. As a mom who struggled to juggle work/family when my boys were younger, and a daughter who cared for...
Rebeca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Kelly G.
Aptos, CA
$18-34/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm an 18-year-old college student looking for part time gigs. I have experience working with kids from ages 5-15. My priority will always be safety, and to also encourage good habits, and of course have fun :) I'd consider myself dependable and am hopeful to find a family that can reach out to me when needed. I currently work...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Soquel, CA
Paige S.
5.0
Paige is responsible, punctual, neat, and very attentive to schedule and any details of care that we communicate. She is sporty, fun, and gets active with the kids, which we love. She always responds promptly to texts. We highly recommend her.
- Katie C.
Zareah H.
5.0
My children and I love Zareah. She always goes above and beyond what is expected of her. I would highly recommend her to all who need a sitter.
- Kyle M.
Emma W.
5.0
Emma was awesome!! She was kind, fun, punctual, and super easy to communicate with. She was flexible and adaptable when the dinner plan I set up didn’t go as planned. My boys said she was the best and they are a hard sell sometimes. Please hire her!
- Care member
Stephanie B.
5.0
Stephanie took care of my son from around 9 - 18 months in a nanny share. She was punctual, reliable, and consistent with her care. She laughed and played and formed a bond with my baby, and helped get him into a nap routine. She honored my specific requests and I trusted her instincts. She also has...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Soquel, CA:
How can I find a Soquel babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Soquel, 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 13 babysitters in Soquel, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Soquel, CA?
The average rate for Soquel, CA babysitters on Care.com is $22.85 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 Soquel, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Soquel, 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 Soquel, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Soquel, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.