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I have 8 years of experience babysitting children from 3 months old to 12 years old! I work full time from home but have a flexible schedule. I am available in the evenings on the weekdays and all day on the weekends. I am easy going and love to get outside! I can help with errands, laundry, light housekeeping and travel. I also...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am looking for family that needs a caregiver for afternoon and nighttime. I currently work at an ABA company. I have sessions tuesday and thursday afternoons but will change my availability with adequate notice. I am also available some weekends, but often visit family out of town. I have a bachelors degree in...
Annessa can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My experience working with children mainly stems from growing up with my 6 siblings. I am the middle child and my younger siblings are currently aged 5, 12, and 21. Being fortunate enough to have siblings of all ages, I have learned to care for a child of any age and grew to love being around them. Growing up in such a big...
Basira can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Hi! My name is Ava M. I am a freshman at Southern Methodist University but I am originally from Orange County, CA. I was a nanny in my home town to multiple incredible families with kids ranging from 1 to 12 years old. I've been babysitting for around 5 years. What makes me stand out as a sitter is my love for kids and my...
Hi!! My name is Katie. I am a Chapman University student-athlete on the swim team. I have been a summer camp counselor for 3 years and I currently have been teaching swim lessons for 5 years!!
I'm a student so one time occasions, date nights, last minute plans, or a weekly/daily babysitting, I would love to do anything to help...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a former nanny turned flight attendant looking to babysit when I'm not flying. Looking to do mainly date nights or open to something consistent on a weekly basis. I know my schedule a month in advance so I can coordinate accordingly.
I am originally from Orange County, but am back after living in Chicago for a year. I...
Meriam can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Meriam has worked for our family for approximately 1 1/2 years now. Her primary responsibilities center around the care of our teenage autistic son. In this capacity, I found Meriam to be kind yet firm. Meriam always is cheerful, willing to do whatever task she...
Kim S.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Emily and I am 23 years old. In January 2023 I graduated with my bachelor's of science from Cal State Fullerton majoring in Child and Adolescent Development with an emphasis in early childhood. I was a full-time teacher working in a classroom with 2-year-olds, but am now working towards my masters degree and...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily is currently our full time nanny and has become the best thing that has happened to our little family.
I had high anxiety when it came to even the thought of hiring a nanny. Before Emily, no one (not even our parents/family) babysat for us.
Once Emily...
Stella L.
Colette A.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$22-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Enthusiastic, Experienced Sitter And Educator
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Colette and I am 23-year-old recent graduate with my masters and teaching credential from Cal State Fullerton (Dec 22), who works currently as as a full time substitute while looking for teaching jobs to start in the fall. I love working with children and it would be great to have work over the summer...
Colette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 55year-old former stay home mother. My children are now 26, 24, and 20. I have taught religion for 11 years and when my children were growing up I coached basketball, I was a Girl Scout leader, PTA member, team mom, room mom, and fundraiser for many organizations. I love to do crafts with children and to teach reading,...
Joni can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Joni is wonderful with my children (ages 4 and 6) and makes sure they are always staying active, learning, having fun and eating well! She is flexible, down to earth and just a genuinely caring person. I can tell she takes a real interest in my children and their...
Katie C.
Brittany W.
Fullerton, CA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Of 7 Years Available Everyday. Experience With Newborns To 3 Years.
3.9
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Brittany and I love caring for children. I've been a Babysitter/Nanny for almost 12 years now and have also been volunteering at my church with newborns to a year old for almost 9 years. I also have experience with newborns up to 10 years of age. I am CPR certified and currently a stay at home mom to my 4-year-old...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We loved having Brittany as our sitter. She is kind, gentle, and amazing with kids. We met her though our church and she has been with us since 2014. "
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Jacqueline H.
Anaheim, CA
$22/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Jacqueline. I have a wide range of experience as a caregiver. When I was 16 I got certified to be a babysitter. However I've been babysitting for much longer. Me and my 4 siblings have over a 10 year age gap so I learned how to care for young children early on. I've also babysat for family members, friends of...
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jacqueline is great with kids and animals! She has watched my cat before while I went on vacation (and my cat hates people) i came home to a happy kitty. She's also watched my 4 children numerous times. She is attentive and detailed. On her most recent job for us,...
Krystal L.
5.0
(3)
My name is Teresita, Tess for short.. I am presently working as a caregiver at home care agency and Private for seniors (male/female)I started as a caregiver since June of 2015 and from then I start to love my work.. Also, I do babysitting and house cleaning as well as a part time job.. I treat my residents as my own family, as...
5.0
"Teresita is trustworthy, hardworking and caring. She is a great helper, you can always count on her."
Michelle G.
5.0
(2)
I have worked with children for 17 years. I started out working in a church nursery then began babysitting. After babysitting a while I began to also nanny. I have a 8-year-old at home as well so I am used to having a child at any given moment. I am attentive, positive, patient, and caring. I am hands on and love to interact...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor has been babysitting for me for about 3 years. she started when my daughter was an infant. She is dependable, caring and kind. My daughters favorite thing to do with Taylor is play dress up! I love having a sitter that I can trust and call upon at any time....
Aja T.
Fran H.
San Juan Capistrano, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Substitute Teacher Looking To Babysit/nanny For The Summer
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there busy family,
My philosophy is safety first, needs met, then fun, educational, creative play. My experience is with infants to toddlers at a daycare, pre-K to K in a Montessori classroom and 1st to 6th as a public school substitute teacher with all levels and abilities. I am energetic, fun, creative, and I like to...
Fran can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Fran is so dependable and responsive. She's been so great for our family."
Elizabeth P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families! I have over 15 years experience working with young children from newborns to teenagers. Whether it is volunteering at church in the Children's Ministry, raising my own children, or after school tutoring K-6th graders, I am absolutely passionate about our future adults. I am blessed to be a stay-at-home mother to...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"To be honest, I wish I could give Jennifer a bad review- Only because I wish I could keep her all to myself!!
This lovely woman is nothing less than spectacular. I trusted my 5 year old boy and my 6 month old girl with her and the sense of comfort and joy that...
Marsha S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lyza and I am 21 years old. Just a little background about myself, I approximately 4 years experience working with children. I have nannied for a single mother for 2 years, babysat occasionally for local families, as well as worked at two in-home childcares for over a year. Aside from my professional experience, I...
Lyza can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Lyza to babysit my toddler for a few hours while I ran errands. She arrived on time and her calm, friendly personality immediately put me at ease. She took great care of my toddler and chihuahua. And when I arrived back from my errands, he was happy and...
Shakira J.
5.0
(1)
I moved back home to California, from Arizona, to start over, in 2022. I have had a senior caregiver job since then, but she moved away. I do have my own reliable car and do not smoke. I can show license/insurance if needed.
I started babysitting in 2006 and have babysat ages from newborn-12-years-old.
My longest job has been...
Juli can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Deborah D.
Aliso Viejo, CA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Deborah! I'm 34 years old and a single parent of a 9-year-old. I work from home with flex hours, and I nanny on the side to put money in my son's college fund. I'm a homeowner in Aliso Viejo since 2009.
I started babysitting when I was 12 and have never stopped. I love being around kids and have experience with...
Deborah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Great experience. I highly recommend Deborah. "
Michele H.
5.0
(2)
Most recent jobs: I worked full time in CO in 2019 for 3 children for 2 consecutive years. During COVID I helped the oldest (6) with homework & took care of the newborn and 2-year-old.
I moved to Oahu in 2021 and started for a family of 3 girls, who had a 4th 6 months later. I started w/ them in April 2021, & then I moved with...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Julia is very dependable and reliable. My kids love when they get to spend time with her. Whenever she watches them they are always excited and she is making sure any of my request for that time are done and taken care of before we return home."
Elyse D.
5.0
(4)
I've been a childcare provider for almost a decade and sincerely enjoy teaching, nurturing and being a part of a child's growth and development. I worked at a traditional preschool before transitioning to an in home daycare where I've been for over 7 years. Everyday I care for 12 children ranging from infancy to school age. I...
Kelley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kelley has been caring for our girls the past three years. She is absolutely everything you would want in a person who you are entrusting with your child’s well-being. Not only is she compassionate, professional, dependable, and knowledgeable in all things related...
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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Irvine, CA
Meriam A.
5.0
Meriam has worked for our family for approximately 1 1/2 years now. Her primary responsibilities center around the care of our teenage autistic son. In this capacity, I found Meriam to be kind yet firm. Meriam always is cheerful, willing to do whatever task she has been asked to perform. I can...
- Kim S.
Emily D.
5.0
Emily is currently our full time nanny and has become the best thing that has happened to our little family.
I had high anxiety when it came to even the thought of hiring a nanny. Before Emily, no one (not even our parents/family) babysat for us.
Once Emily joined our family, all of my...
- Stella L.
Joni W.
5.0
Joni is wonderful with my children (ages 4 and 6) and makes sure they are always staying active, learning, having fun and eating well! She is flexible, down to earth and just a genuinely caring person. I can tell she takes a real interest in my children and their well being. As a mother of 3 she...
- Katie C.
Brittany W.
5.0
We loved having Brittany as our sitter. She is kind, gentle, and amazing with kids. We met her though our church and she has been with us since 2014.
- Care member
Jacqueline H.
5.0
Jacqueline did a outstanding job watching my 12 yr old son. She was attentive to his needs, space and is very nice to both my son and I. Very thorough and on time! I hope she can work with us again in the future.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Irvine, CA in November, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $21.50. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.
What can in-home babysitters near me in Irvine, CA help with?
In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 10 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.
How can I find in-home babysitters near me in Irvine, CA?
You can now find babysitters online in Irvine, CA with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 10 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.