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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
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ayrris! I am moving to LA from Santa Barbara this Fall and am seeking a Newborn Care Specialist position. I have over 10 years of experience working with newborns and children up to age 14 and I also have a background in nursing. I love working with kids and am truly an expert at what I do. I have worked with over 200...
Ayrris can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Erin W.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Caretaker Looking For A Full Time Opportunity
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm a trustworthy, reliable, patient, vigilant regarding safety, nurturing, punctual, enthusiastic, and I adore working with children. Over a decade of experience being a caregiver I take the role with great responsibility and pride. I have a lot of experience helping babies and toddlers. I encourage personal growth and...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Camille V.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have just graduated from the University of Redlands, where I earned my B. S in Psychology to become a Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism.
I have been babysitting for several years and am an RBT with experience in clinical, school, and home settings. I believe in hands on, exciting interaction and hope to...
Camille can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
Hello. I am a native Santa Barbaran with experience taking care of children and certified medical assistant. I have gone through a training program for parent child interaction therapy and can work with easy going or difficult children. Outdoors or indoors care for your child would include close supervision, attention to detail,...
Carol can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Early Education
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents, my name is Daisy, I'm a 28-year-old loving, energetic, playful, trustworthy, enthusiastic and responsible. I love and care for every child as if they were my own and safety is always my #1, especially since all children are little explorers. I have been babysitting since I was a preteen. I love pets, have clean...
Daisy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up in a home that was licensed for child care. I spent many hours with the children. We did circle time, arts and crafts, field trips, etc. I love spending time with children, watching them learn and explore new things. I love the outdoors, going for walks, exploring creeks, visiting the museums and all this wonderful...
Joann can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Clara F.
Santa Barbara, CA
$17-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am currently a biology major at University of California Santa Barbara. In my home state of Minnesota I started babysitting at the age of 12. I am also a certified lifeguard who is happy to help with light housekeeping and cooking.
Clara can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi!
My name is Nataschia, and I am excited to offer my babysitting services to your family. I have over seven years of babysitting experience, from overnight nannying for infants to managing large groups of children as a summer camp counselor. I have my CPR and first aid certifications and have lifeguard experience as well.
I...
Nataschia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Elizabeth S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as easygoing, attentive, and caring
I love working with kids and have worked with them for a large portion of my life. I've always enjoyed teaching and playing with children :)
I started working with kids when I was roughly around 12 years old since my mom has owned an at home daycare since I was an...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Blaise R.
Santa Barbara, CA
$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a second year student at SBCC majoring in business marketing with a plan to attend culinary school post graduate. I have 3 years of experience caring for children, and in the summer of 2024, I've worked with Sacramento County In Home Supportive Services as part of care program for special needs family member (my sister), as...
Blaise can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Stefani A.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30-51/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter, Rides, Dog Walker Or Runner, Anything Really! Nursing Student- Looking For An Extra Job
(I'll be back in Orange County and am available to babysit there from December 14-Jan 6)
Hi! My name is Stef. I am 26 years old, and I have been babysitting and dog sitting since I was in high school. I've done it all from newborns to high school drop off/pick up.
I just started nursing school at Westmont and moved here from...
Stefani can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can be the jack of all trades your family needs, expertly balancing child care with household management. With extensive experience caring for infants, toddlers, young kids, and preteens, I'm well-equipped to support children at every stage of development. I engage them in age-appropriate, interactive activities that foster...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Charlotte M.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-49/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Charlotte, and I was a stay-at-home mom for 18+ years. I also worked part-time as a real estate professional when my kids were in their teenage years. I love children and loved being a stay-at-home mom. I am a caring, loving, and devoted caregiver in many ways and feel very confident in the caretaking of infants...
Hi! Love children ans have a son who is graduating High school. I miss the baby years and looking for a Nanny job to help support my son in College. I love Love animals and fun activities involving outdoors and art. I have experience being a Nanny, Home Manager, house sitter, am very organized and clean!. I grew up in Santa...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Vika, and I absolutely love working with kids! With 4 years of experience on Care. com and having had the pleasure of working with over 20 wonderful families, I've become quite the expert in creating fun and engaging experiences for children of all ages.
Whether it's arts and crafts, outdoor adventures, or...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Victoria has a very loving and caring personality, and our dogs and kids love her so much! They are all very excited as soon as she walks through the door. She is the only person we use to babysit our kids and we couldn't be happier. I can't recommend her enough!"
Dewayne M.
Audrey K.
Santa Barbara, CA
$21-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Audrey! I grew up with my mom running a small home daycare and liked being her little assistant growing up. She taught me a lot about working with children through tantrums to diaper changing. I've done babysitting and worked with an adult with autism before.
Audrey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Michelle O.
Santa Barbara, CA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am 19 and attend SBCC. I moved from Marin County, California. There, I have babysat since I was 12, ranging from kids ages only a few months old, up to 13. It was mainly night or day gigs, no scheduled nanny hours. I've babysat for multiple families who have referenced me out to all of their friends, broadening my work circle...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a native of Santa Barbara. I am a 55-year-old mother of three children. My children are ages 24, 26, 32. My favorite "job" was being a full time, stay at home mom. I absolutely LOVE and ENJOY children of all ages! I am also a birth doula, postpartum doula and massage therapist. I would love to be able to care for your child...
Elaina can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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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.