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1,331 babysitters are listed in San Diego, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in San Diego, CA
4.8
(20)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
I am a part-time babysitter/nanny originally from Chicago and (happily!) relocated to sunny San Diego, CA. I have over 11+ years of experience in caring for children of all ages (as young as 2 months and as old as high school!). I am also a Master-level educator with a teaching license and expertise in English/Language Arts &...
Marisa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very easy-going, checked in with updates, and great with our kid"
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I own my own custom apparel business and love to pick up some side work! I love babysitting and have been doing it for 8 years :) I have experience with all-aged kiddos and am CPR certified!
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Excellent experience with Chloe! She stayed with our 1 year old daughter while we were at a wedding in Montana. She was punctual, professional, and had a great time with our girl. Would definitely hire again!"
Matthew T.
Lizbeth L.
San Diego, CA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experiences Babysitter Over 2 Years Looking For Full-Time Job
5.0
(6)
I am a mom of two energetic girls, who attend school. Plus a boy, who gets taken care by his aunt. I have my own transportation and I am CPR Certified. I speak both English and Spanish. I have my BA in English Literature, taken some child development classes, and obtain my Mental Health and Wellness Certificate.
I have cared for...
Lizbeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lizbeth is a naturally gentle person. She is great with our son L. who has special needs. L. is autistic and can have a hard time following instructions but she is so patient with him all the time. What is more impressive is that she is not only patient and gentle...
Stephany A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Brenda, I have years of experience with all ages of children, I raised my own child, I am very reliable, caring, fun, easy to get along with, and I love kids! I have a reliable car and excellent driving record. I have great references and a background check here on Care. com.
Brenda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Brenda has been taking care of my son for two years now. She is dependable and trustworthy. My son loves. "
Neelam M.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Thailyn and I am passionate about helping people in any way possible. One of my outstanding qualities is my love for working with children.
I have over 10 years of work experience in the education field. Growing up in a family of teachers has influenced my passion for playing and teaching children life skills....
Thailyn can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Thailyn has earned my highest recommendation. She cared for our two kids, aged 3 and 5, every weekday afternoon for a year. She has a special knack for blending FUN and ensuring the kids felt loved and listened to. Equally important, she knew how to help calm big...
Care member
4.8
(17)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi Moms and Dads! Thank you visiting my profile! I was born and raised in San Diego and I'm the oldest of 3 girls. I'm a dependable, energetic, and loving babysitter with 15+ years of experience providing exceptional care to children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I'm skilled in managing multiple children, coordinating...
Marita can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marita is such a wonderful nanny. From the minute she walked into our house, my kids immediately took to her (and this does not happen easy). Not only did I feel safe leaving my children with her, they had a great time. She also tidied after them and kept the...
Care member
5.0
(11)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hello - I have 7 years combined childcare experience including being a full-time nanny, babysitter, and pod teacher during pandemic times for children 5 weeks old to 16 years old.
I have been described by families, as caring, energetic, silly, fun, reliable and trustworthy. I'm fluent in English and Spanish. Arts and crafts...
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had such a great experience with Briana! From the start, she made us feel completely at ease with how comfortable and confident she was around our boys (ages 1 and 8). It was clear they enjoyed their time with her—they were happy and well cared for when we...
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for over 10 years and I love every moment of it. Even though I have not yet brought a baby into this world, I have always had a natural maternal instinct. In the last decade I have cared for children of all age ranges; from the newborn stage to elementary grades.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have had the pleasure of having Liza as our nanny for the past two months, and we couldn't be happier with the care she has provided for our 6-month-old daughter, M. Liza has been with us two days a week, and her dedication and attentiveness have truly made a...
Albert R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
As a friendly and reliable childcare provider with 14 years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. I communicate with parents through daily written reports and verbal communication at pickup, always respecting their preferred method. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules and...
Katelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"On time, responsive, and awesome with my little one!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hi! I have many years of experience in both as needed babysitting jobs and also as a consistent nanny during the summertime, all ages. I love to get outside and go for walks, ride bikes, play at the park, and beach! I like to do creative activities with the kids and play games, art, and color. I'm a very neat and organized...
Holly can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Holly looked after my 3 young boys while we were on vacation in San Diego. Holly was flexible and easy going with our schedule. She was very interactive with my children, playing games and making art with them. She also fed them and got them all to bed. My boys...
Sarah F.
Maria G.
San Diego, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time, A Babysitter, Expert in Childcare, Looking to Work Mon-Friday with Ages Newborn-12
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am Brazilian, 60 years old. I'm a caring, trustworthy, responsible lady seeking a full time position with a nice and warm family. I have excellent childcare skills with more than 15 years experience caring for newborns, infants, toddlers and school aged children. I have extensive knowledge in providing long-term care for kids,...
Maria can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria is the most wonderful caring Nanny and my children love her. She has worked with our family for over a year. I would have her full time if I hadn't lost my job. I have 2 children one with special needs and she cares for them like they are her own. Maria takes...
Paige C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have taken care of many kids of many different ages. I have actually cared for about 8 or more families from Care. com . All of them had their own schedule, so I am used to various arrangements. I am a fun and caring babysitter. I am very attentive when taking care of children, I don't believe in being on my phone while...
Alondra can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"We hired Alondra during my kids spring break. She was amazing with my three kids ages 10, 7 and 3. They all loved her and my seven-year-old called her the "best babysitter ever". Without any direction from me, she spent long days with my kids going to the zoo,...
Kimberly R.
4.4
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I hope everything is going well!
I'm Brazilian, 42 years old. I am an experienced and enthusiastic Nanny who loves child care and really interested in childhood development.
I have 5 years of experience, references upon request! Clean Drive Record.
I know how important is for parents to feel safe and secure with their...
Rosana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Rosana while traveling in the USA from Australia. I was originally quite nervous about hiring someone online, but as soon as Rosana arrived I was sure I had made the right choice choosing her. Rosana immediately made myself and my son comfortable and...
Meghan B.
5.0
(1)
Hello. My name is Lutsia. I am a professional babysitter with 5 years of experience through the company. I took care of kids from 1 years old till 14. Sometimes I worked with 2 and 3 kids at a time. I like working with kids making sure they are safe, happy and satisfied with me. I have first aid, CPR, CNA, home health aid...
Lutsia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"I am happy to hire Lutsia to babysit my you youngest since 2016. I am confident Lutsia loves kids and pays a lot of attention to their safety. Lutsia's attention to detail helped avoid serious accident at kids playground. I am and I will be delighted to hire Lutsia...
Victor M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Holley! I am looking for a full time nannying position. I am 24 and local to San Diego. I have a flexible schedule and lots of babysitting experience and references. I have nannied for children ages 2 months- 12 years old.
Most recently, I nannied for three girls ages 3 months - 3 years. I also worked for CSC...
Holley can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Holley was great with my girls! She always jumped in to help and took initiative in getting the kids out and working on projects, baking, crafts, etc. She is super reliable and my girls adore her!"
Bre M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey Moms and Dads of San Diego! I have been an EMT for four years, worked on an ambulance for 3 and have been working in the hospital for 1. I have also been a nanny / babysitter my whole life. I am highly skilled in medical knowledge as well as child care. I am currently working night shift at the hospital now and would love to...
Sophie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"I hired Sophie to watch my 3 grandchildren one Friday evening for a date night out with my husband. To say that Sophie was punctual, dependable and responsible, would be an understatement. She showed up early, and stayed until my son came home to relieve her. She...
Pia H.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids for the last 10 years. I work well with all age groups. My nephew is 8 and goes to Warren Walker so, I'm familiar with the k-3 curriculum here in San Diego. I'm confident tutoring up to 12th Grade. I have familiarity with "Excellent Reading" a course developed by a college professor here in SD. My...
Sahar can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sahar was more than we could have asked for. Her calm demeanor and kindness were exactly what our 3 yr old daughter needed. She spent quality time playing, coloring, and engaging with our timid child. She did light housekeeping without request. If you need a...
Mandy P.
5.0
(3)
During high school, I was a part of a class called Teacher Cadet in which I learned in depth how to be a teacher and interned in a 1st grade special education class for a whole semester. I also nannied for a family with a 7-year-old a year ago and did on/off babysitting jobs. I am highly experienced with children!
Lexi can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Lexi is an absolute natural with children. She is very active and engaged but also has a calming energy. She made us feel at ease with her watching our infant. Highly recommend!"
Callie K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Paige! I am a young professional who just recently moved to San Diego. I love working with kids and have over 10 years of experience, including working at a day care. I work full time but would love to be a contact for date nights or anything in the evening or weekend!
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Paige was fantastic! Our daughter had such a great time with her that we've already used her a second time. We highly recommend her, you just can't steal her from us :-P"
Lindsey G.
Kimberly G.
San Diego, CA
$27-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
Fun, Energetic, And Well Experienced Babysitter In San Diego, CA!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 26-year-old graduate student at SDSU studying towards a Master's in Education Counseling. I have extensive experience in looking after a wide age range of kiddos, both professionally and in my personal life! I've nannied for two families via care. com (Children ages 2-6 years old). In my personal life, I have three...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kim was so reliable, responsible great at communicating and great with the kids! She watched our 2 year old and 6 year old, picked them up from school, helped with dinners, keeping them entertained and getting them ready for bed. We were so thankful for her! Any...
Amanda B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in San Diego, CA
Marisa D.
5.0
Very easy-going, checked in with updates, and great with our kid
- Care member
Chloe O.
5.0
Chloe was fantastic with our two girls, 7 months and almost 2 years. She was communicative, on time, and really sweet with the kids. She is very experienced with babies and so was very easy to explain what the girls needed in terms of naps, bottles, etc. She sent us regular updates which made us...
- Care member
Lizbeth L.
5.0
We hired Lizbeth for a week while I was traveling for work to help my wife with our 3 month old son. Lizbeth has a high level of professionalism, is flexible, and went out of her way to ensure our son was receiving all of the care he needed. Our son seemed really comfortable with her, and my wife...
- Ian M.
Brenda K.
5.0
I have 3 girls, now ages 2.5, 5.5 & 8 who Brenda has cared for on multiple occasions since summer 2017! My kids love her like their own grandma! Brenda is so peaceful, understanding, reliable, and when it comes to discipline/correction - she has so much patience and calmness that she builds a...
- Andrea A.
Thailyn W.
5.0
Thailyn was wonderful with our 14-month old daughter! This was our first experience with a babysitter, so although nervous, we were immediately put at ease with Thailyn's calm yet enthusiastic approach. We will definitely seek care from Thailyn in the future!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in San Diego, CA:
How can I find a San Diego babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in San Diego, 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 1,331 babysitters in San Diego, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 San Diego, CA?
The average rate for San Diego, CA babysitters on Care.com is $21.97 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 San Diego, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in San Diego, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 1,033 reviews of the 1,331 listed babysitters.