Find In-Home Babysitters in Los Gatos, CA
At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked in-home babysitters in Los Gatos, CA and hire the best fit for your family.
How it works
Share details about your in-home babysitter needs
Match with highly rated local in-home babysitters near you
Compare in-home babysitter options and choose the best fit
In-home babysitters in Los Gatos, CA
Hi! I'm Hope and I'm home from college for the summer. I was born and raised in Los Gatos. I am great with small children and would love to babysit for your family!
Hope can also help with: Craft assistance
I have worked with 2 families before. One family had 2 kids, ages 7 and 9. The other family I worked for had one 5-year-old. While working for these families my work included, driving the kids to or from school, making small meals at home, driving the kids to their events, tidying around the house, and helping with their...
Sophie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Teri L.
San Jose, CA
$33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Extremely Experienced In Childcare, Household Help, Grocery Shopping/Errands, Food Prep/Cooking
5.0
(2)
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old (a LONG time). I am very outgoing and friendly. I taught preschool at North Valley Baptist School in Santa Clara for 2 years, ran a daycare in my home for over 17 years plus I am a certified Birth Doula. I LOVE babies and children of all ages. We have been married 30 years, have 4...
Teri can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
First Aid
5.0
"Teri is fantastic with children. All of my children love her. Fun, caring and genuine are just a few words that come to mind. I highly recommend her."
Leslie L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there!! My name is Kayla, I am 22 years old and am originally from San Jose, California! I am a Senior at butler University studying Theatre Arts! I have 7 years of experience, which includes Red Cross CPR and Babysitting certification. I can help with loads of things around your home including light housekeeping, laundry,...
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Kayla for a last minute babysitting job. she was great at communicating with us. she was on time and she did a great job with the kids. highly recommend."
Travis B.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love interacting with kids/babies specially since I raised two small siblings at home. I am also pet friendly. I can help around the house, drive, and help with homework for your children. I also speak Spanish and I am multicultural. I am a swimmer so I can also take kids to the pool and teach them how to swim. I would like to...
Siris can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Siris is extremely loving and caring. Our daughter as well as every one in our family loves her. She is reliable, mature and always keeping our daughter engaged in different activities. Our daughter says that Siris is her best friend. We are so blessed to have...
Shanshan H.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years experience with children; plus my extended experience comes from taking care of my sister's kids since they were babies.
I love to be around kids and do different types of activities with them (go out to the park, play indoors, read, play music/sing, do crafts etc.). I help kids to communicate assertively, I try...
Grettel can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Grettel came to look after our 3 year old boy in less then a 24 hour notice. She was kind, warm and reliable. It is clear that she has great experience with kids and that she loves working with children. Our son is shy but Grettel made him feel very comfortable...
Jackob K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Jasmin, I've been babysitting for quite a bit my experience came from taking care of my cousin children's from infant to 7/5 years old. I'am sincere, a little strict with a lot of fun. I believe children should get lots of love, affection and attention with discipline and learning commonsense, kindness and...
5.0
"Jasmin took care of our toddler boy since he was about 20 months old until 29 months, ~2.5 years old. Our toddler boy loves Auntie Jasmin and she took excellent care of him during the week with feedings, changing, playtime and naps. Our toddler is a picky eater,...
Doris L.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My brief description about myself. Graduated from San Jose State in 2012 with a bachelors in sociology criminology. I am also a swimming coach for all ages and I've been at my current job for past 20 years.
I'm a fun-loving babysitter. I simply enjoy spending time with children. I pride myself on being able to play and act...
Sonja can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I should've made this review years ago ! Sonia has been around my family for many years. If you don't hire her it's the biggest mistake of your life ! Sonia has helped raised my kids and has taken care of all my pets. Sonia is part of the family and we love her....
Melanie G.
Kassandra S.
San Jose, CA
$28-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Seeking Date Nights/Drop Offs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Being a nanny for almost 6 years, I've made private staffing my career as a full time personal assistant. I've also spent the last 9 years working in homes, and am currently looking to find a consistent date night family or 2 that prioritize spending time together and are happy to bring me into their lives.
I'm a crafty,...
Kassandra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Kasi is wonderful! We are so grateful to have found her. She has been nanny for our 2 boys since 2014. She is kind, thoughtful, patient, insightful, generous... I could go on and on :) She's exceptional at time management and makes sure the kids get where they need...
Katie B.
Jewlia V.
Campbell, CA
$27/hr • 6 yrs exp
Available For Night Time Babysitting Can Do Some Housekeeping I Do Fun Crafts With The Kids
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jewlia I am 25 years old looking for a full time/part time nanny job. I have experience with children 6weeks-14 years old. My previous experience with children have been babysitting jobs, long term nanny jobs, as well as working at a daycare for 6 years. I love working with children and being outdoors! I also...
Jewlia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trustline Certified
4.0
"So happy to have met Jewlia. She was punctual dependable and outgoing! My daughter loved and gravitated toward her. My son had separation anxiety and Jewlia handled it very calmly and gently during times of transition or naps. She also engaged the children in...
George And Glenda D.
Hi! My name is Rae. I have professionally worked in a preschool for 2 years now. I am experienced and familiar with infants - prek children. I have been a babysitter / nanny for 8 years now on and off. I am trusted to take children into my car for school drop offs, pick ups, and appointments. I am currently working full time as...
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a mother, my experience with children has spanned for most of my life. Starting off in high school, I volunteered at the former River Glen elementary school as a teacher's aid. I later earned a paid teacher's aid job at Luther Burbank elementary school where I worked for over 3 years. Later, when I moved to Lake Tahoe, I got...
Gloria can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello there! I'm looking to help another family out while also bringing along my 1-year-old or opening up my home to your children part time
I've been an elementary teacher for 6 years with a BA in Early Childhood studies. I have experience in preschools, development centers, gym daycares and lots of babysitting. I've left...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
Early Education
Hello, my name is Zoe! I am a senior at Ithaca College studying biology and health sciences. I'm home for the holidays and would love to help out with babysitting! I have 7 years of babysitting experience and will ensure your child has a fun, positive, and safe experience under my supervision. I can also help out around the...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been caring for children from ages 5-18 as a school teacher for the past decade. Prior to being a school teacher, I was a babysitter in various homes across the Bay Area.
Shani can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kathy H.
Campbell, CA
$22-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello everyone!
My name is Kathy. I grew up in Campbell, moved to WA for a couple years and came back to be closer to family and to attend SJSU.
I live an active lifestyle and like to spend my time playing sports, being outside, reading or cooking.
I am patient with kids and believe that the best way to learn is...
Ashifa F.
San Jose, CA
$25-30/hr
I'm currently a Housewife. I enjoy playing/Spending time with kids, doing artistic activities such as painting, drawing, coloring & reading. I am offering child care. I'm willing to learn quickly & work as per the parents instructions.
I love being a babysitter or Nanny and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and...
Ashifa can also help with: Meal prep
Brianna G.
San Jose, CA
$22-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I am a patient, loving, and creative human with 5+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have experience in babysitting, providing in-home early intervention services, and working at elementary after-school programs.
I am currently in graduate school in San Jose to become an occupational therapist....
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
I have nannied for many families, I have been babysitting/nannying for at least 12 years , with 10 years paid experience. Children of all ages from newborn to 15 years of age. Doing everything from in home to running errands and activities with children. As well as overnights.
I have a review on here not sure why it doesn't...
Breanne can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Maria R.
San Jose, CA
$30-43/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hey I'm Camila And I Can't Wait To Meet You! Im 26YO And I'm From Colombia
I'd describe my personality as smiling, extrovert, funny and creative.
I used to be an pair for 2 years in Seattle, wa.
I was working with a family of 3 girls !
I started working with them when the little one was 15 days old! Also I have experience with kids between 0-15 yo I was babysitting more families in Seattle and in my...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Showing 1 - 20 of 58
Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Los Gatos, CA
Teri L.
5.0
Mrs. Teri L is a real life Mary Poppins! Every parent needs a life line for child care, counseling and encouragement and Mrs. L was all of that for me when she cared for my girls. She was a wonderful nanny to my two daughters for their first 3 years of life. She helped maintain my children's...
- Melissa W.
Kayla E.
5.0
We hired Kayla for help sitting our 2 girls (3 and 9) and she is awesome. She was early, had great energy for the girls, engaged them the whole day in all sorts of games, and is a great communicator. She did a good job of balancing time between both girls and they loved having her here. She engaged...
- Christine L.
Siris P.
5.0
Siris has been watching my 1.5 year old and 11 year old for a few months now, and she's been great with them. She is punctual and communicative, which is hard to find now a days. She's also been able to come in on very short notice- thanks Siris!
- Care member
Grettel A.
5.0
Grettel has been our go to date night sitter for our 3 year old son. Grettel engages my son really well, reads to him a lot and exposes him to great music. She is very meticulous in following any instructions or requests I leave for her. She is extremely reliable, she hasn't canceled once in the...
- Lavanya S.
Jasmin Q.
5.0
Jasmin took care of our toddler boy since he was about 20 months old until 29 months, ~2.5 years old. Our toddler boy loves Auntie Jasmin and she took excellent care of him during the week with feedings, changing, playtime and naps. Our toddler is a picky eater, yet Jasmin goes well and beyond to...
- Doris L.
Additional In-Home Babysitter Services
In-Home Babysitter Articles
These parent-proven tricks will help get kids out the door faster
September 7th, 2018 According to HealthyChildren.org, “children do best when routines are regular, predictable and consistent.” Easier said than done, right? You’d think that ge... Read more
Top 15 tea party games
July 5th, 2022 When planning a tea party for a birthday, sleepover or just for fun, you’ll want to include some games to keep the guests busy and entertained. Tea is... Read more
20 easy breakfast ideas for kids to make themselves
July 27th, 2022 If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it 1,000 times: Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And when you’re a kiddo who’s about to spend six hour... Read more
FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Los Gatos, CA in June, 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 Los Gatos, 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 2 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 Los Gatos, CA?
You can now find babysitters online in Los Gatos, CA with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 2 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.