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38 in home child care are listed in Santa Barbara, CA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 7 years
In home child care in Santa Barbara, CA
Rachel B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Mom Of 2 Older Sons Is Here To Help. Come Home To Clean, Full, Happy Kids And A Tidy House
5.0
(7)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional nanny, personal assistant and postpartum doula. I love nurturing children of all ages! I have had the privilege of working with over 47 families since COVID. Including working at the Miramar. I specialize in infants and children with special needs.
My own sons are 21 and 24 years old. They went to Montecito...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We didn't know what was missing until we hired Rachel. She connected with our family right away and the kids just lit up! We have a newborn and 5 year old. She was able to manage both without missing a beat! She is completely focused on their well being and having...
Kennedy O.
5.0
(18)
Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood
In-home child care provider for over a decade. Short-term and long-term (multiple years) employment for individual families. Substitute teacher in Child care Center. Have knowledge and experience in the following areas: - Basic care: feeding including food preparation, diapering, toilet training, implement and supervise sleep...
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We had Andrea babysit while we were in town for a wedding. She was absolutely wonderful to work with! Easy to communicate with and flexible on timing as well as navigating babysitting an infant in a hotel room. Extremely knowledgeable about children and sweet with...
Jessica K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I came from a pretty large family, so the reality is I started helping out with younger siblings and cousins right out the gate. The thing is I was always naturally good with kids and I really enjoyed it. Then when I got a little older I took some "working with children" classes, I became the go to neighborhood babysitter and...
Nikole can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Nikki is the best. She nannied my kids (age 2 and 4 at the time) two years ago for the summer and we still call on her as our first choice for babysitting. My kids get so excited when she comes over. Nikki's strengths are her genuine love for the kids she cares for...
Stephanie D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am from Ukraine and have been residing in the states for 8 years now.
Taking care of kids is more than a job to me; it is a commitment to be a helpful partner to parents + to invest in children, help them thrive in day-to-day situations and grow in character and excellence.
I have worked with kids in non-profit...
Liudmyla can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Luda provided child care for my son from age 2 to 10 months and has been such an important part of his life! Luda is very kind and has a calm demeanor which would translate well into any work she does. When I went back to work when my son was young, I always felt...
Carly D.
5.0
(2)
I am a senior at Bowdoin College, at home for break from December 22-January 18th. I am double majoring in French and Africana Studies with a minor in Music. After nine years of French classes and five months living in Bordeaux as a part of a language immersion program, I am fluent in French and could teach some French basics to...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah is an incredibly kind, fun, responsible, and caring person. She is amazing with kids. She knows how to be goofy and have fun with kids, but then she is also able to be disciplinary in a kind manner if necessary. Hannah is not afraid to fully embrace her...
Gabrielle M.
I've learned how to create fun and constructive activities for kids such as crafts, nature walks, or games! I am also more than willing to help with schoolwork for those that need it! Looking forward to getting to know you and your family!
Marian can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Cherith. I'm a registered nurse with over a decade of experience in critical care and emergency med-evac flight nursing. I am comfortable with all patient ages from infants to the elderly. With my years of experience in critical care I am proficient with tracheostomies, G tubes, etc. and with my flight nursing...
Cherith can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I am a second year student at SBCC. I am majoring in Liberal Arts as well as working at an after school program with kids through the local YMCA here in Santa Barbara. I have taken child development courses through my local college back home, in high school, and have had 2 years of babysitting experience. I like to consider...
Brooke B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello! I am an experienced, passionate, and multi-skilled babysitter/nanny. I have been caring for and working with kids for 9 years (including kids on other sides of the globe!) and I consider myself to be endlessly caring, persistently kind, and consistently hardworking. I have worked with various demographics in multiple...
Brooke can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Carolina & I live in Santa Barbara California. I have experience taking care of both children as well older family members for clients over the last eight years. Starting in my native country of Costa Rica where I earned a degree in Psychology, followed by Nantucket Island, MA, Cape Cod, MA and now here in Santa Barbara,...
Carolina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Karen H.
Santa Barbara, CA
$22-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Responsible Bilingual Nanny Encouraging Creative Learning
I have 4 years of experience, 1-3 children at the time, ages newborn-11yrs. Fully bilingual (English and Spanish), fluent in writing, reading and speaking. I do not have any pets, but I enjoy being around them. I am very active, and enjoy any sport.
I graduated from Dos Pueblos High School, and later completed a transfer...
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Simona, I am a positive and energetic person who has over 6 years of experience with kids. I have worked as a coach, babysitter, and camp counselor with children between the ages of 2-15. I am super responsible and reliable, and can help with any assistance you may need at home.
Simona can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
"Simona is wonderful. She has watched our kiddos a handful of times over the last couple of years and was always great. We have 8 year old twins and a 2 year old."
Mj L.
Hello, my name is Grace!
I am a young Interior Designer from Colorado, looking to offer part-time nanny or babysitting services!
I have previously worked as a daycare assistant at an in-home daycare where I took care of up to 12 children ranging in age from 0 to 12 years. During my time there, I learned the basics of childcare...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Shelby S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-31/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Shelby and I am a mom of three wonderful children, one of whom has a disability. Our family loves spending time outdoors, whether it's going on hikes or spending a day at the beach or nature preserve.
I am happy to offer childcare services either at my home, where my two toddlers are also present. I am CPR...
Shelby can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Victoria B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello,
I am interested in caring for your little one! I have over 10 years of childcare experience with & years in birthwork as a doula and childbirth educator. I also have experience in sleep training, baby feeding, and supporting babies developmental learning through play and visual, audio and kinesthetic learning. I can come...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Hello! My name is Cate and I have lived in Santa Barbara for almost all my life! While I currently attend Santa Clara University studying Political Science, I love to spend my summers at home. I have around 3 years of part-time nannying experience and a year of full-time nannying experience. I love staying active and making sure...
Cate M can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Bergen B.
Santa Barbara, CA
$16-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Bergen B. I am from Chicago, IL. I live in Woodland Hills and I am home for winter break looking for babysitting jobs. I have been told that I am really good with kids. Being around kids is one of my favorite things. I love playing games and doing all different types of arts and crafts with them! I also love...
Bergen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently looking for a part-time (possibly full-time) nanny position. I recently moved to Nevada City after graduating from UCSB this spring with a BA in Anthropology. While living in Santa Barbara, I was a part-time nanny of 2 kids for roughly 2 years. It was lovely to become a part of the family and earn the children's...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Sydney F.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Sydney . I am currently a junior at cal state San Marcos. I am originally from Santa Barbara, just a few hours up the coast. I absolutely adore children. At home I was a part time nanny for a lovey family for about three years, from about 6 months old to 3 years. I had to leave because of course I had to move...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children and animals periodically for 10+ years and I love it. I graduated with my Bachelor's in 2020, but recently just moved back home after traveling Europe for 4 months. I know how to cook very well and will never let you come home to a messy house! My availability is flexible :)
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
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Most recent reviews for in home child care in Santa Barbara, CA
Rachel B.
5.0
Rachel is AMAZING! I trust another mother's instinct around safety, kindness and encouraging good manners. Our kids begged for her to come back and make cupcakes! Plus the house was tidy and fresh when we returned. Thank you Rachel!
- Care member
Andrea G.
5.0
We had Andrea babysit while we were in town for a wedding. She was absolutely wonderful to work with! Easy to communicate with and flexible on timing as well as navigating babysitting an infant in a hotel room. Extremely knowledgeable about children and sweet with our son. Would highly recommend...
- Jessica K.
Nikole R.
5.0
Nikki has been w/ our family for over a year now, and she is a gem! The kids love her, and she integrated into our family easily. She has traveled with us, done overnight, and drives the kids to various activities. Here is a summary of her strengths:
—excellent communication w kids and...
- Kathy T.
Liudmyla K.
5.0
Luda is a great nanny! My son was having a bad day when she arrived but by the time I got home he was in a great mood, sleepy, and easy to put down for bed. 10/10 would hire again!
- Alice Z.
Hannah J.
5.0
Hannah is an incredibly kind, fun, responsible, and caring person. She is amazing with kids. She knows how to be goofy and have fun with kids, but then she is also able to be disciplinary in a kind manner if necessary. Hannah is not afraid to fully embrace her inner child if that means making your...
- Gabrielle M.
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FAQs for finding in-home child care in Santa Barbara, CA
How do I find in-home child care near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Santa Barbara, CA. There are 38 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.
How much does in-home child care near me cost in Santa Barbara, CA?
What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of January, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $24.29 for in-home child care providers near you in Santa Barbara, CA.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
You can compare 38 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.
Ratings for Santa Barbara, CA in home child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
In Home Child Care in Santa Barbara, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 37 reviews of the 38 listed in home child care.