Find Infant Babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA
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135 infant babysitters are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 6 years
Infant babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Julia and I am seeking a part-time nanny position.
In 2019, I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Minor in Child and Family Development from San Diego State University. From August 2019-May 2020 I worked at an elementary school as a Kindergarten Instructional Aide. This past fall, I assisted a...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Mielle G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$22-24/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Mielle! I am a recent UCSC graduate and am currently pursuing my Child Development Teaching permit through Early Childhood Education courses at Cabrillo college. I majored in Environmental Studies at UCSC and am passionate about connecting children to their natural surroundings. I have been babysitting since I was a...
Naomi D.
Santa Cruz, CA
$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Naomi and I am going to UC Santa Cruz in the fall! I have been babysitting off and on for 8 years, but if you are counting my little sister than 14 :) I have experience with children ages 6 mo-12 yo and I am CPR certified. I have a car, so I could drive if needed. I love working with kids, I am creative, and...
Naomi can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Abrianna G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My experience as a nanny consists of ages 9 months to 10 years old. I have over 3 years of experience as a babysitter and nanny.
I love to work with children and establish a trusting relationship with them over time. I believe in nurturing a loving environment for a child and helping them to learn how to become independent...
Abrianna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Abrianna is wonderful! She is so great with our two little ones. We trust that our boys are in good hands with her and that allows us to enjoy our much needed date nights. Abrianna is also excellent at cleaning up and helping with any kid chores we may have. This...
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jacqueline (she/her) I am a student at cabrillo college with a major in Early Childhood Development and Education, I've been babysitting on and off since I was 11 but started taking it seriously as a career path about 4 years ago. I have always felt like I am a child at heart and that's why I love working with...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Ana!
I love taking care and sharing moments with kids of all ages. I have experience from caring for my siblings and family members and also from babysitting in the past. Some of my strengths include being patient, creative and organized. I love sharing my creativity and desire for learning with the kids through...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Emily N.
Santa Cruz, CA
$22/hr • 2 yrs exp
I just recently moved to Santa Cruz from Northern California and I'm still looking for work to try and save up for school. Hopefully I can get enough to reach my goal which is getting my teaching credentials! A little about me is I have two younger brothers who are 14 and 10 and a cousin who just turned 5. I used to watch them...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I love kiddos! I've worked as a nanny, teacher, and camp counselor for countless families, schools, and camps over the years and have always found working with children to be a source of joy and light. Naturally a caretaker, I also love animals of all kinds and pride myself on being gentle yet firm, calm but fun, adaptable,...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Lauren was our 2-3 day a week Nanny and was wonderful. The kids loved her, she is good with dogs, punctual, dependable and communicates well. I would still employ Lauren, but she is a student and went home for the summer. Would recommend."
Rebecca O.
I've babysat and nannied from as young as I could be responsible for another human! I love being around kids of all ages. I am a big fan of the outdoors and love to take kids to the park or the beach to play. I worked as a lifeguard for 4 years, so I feel comfortable watching kids swimming if needed. I am currently a psychology...
Anya can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kira L.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Kira, I'm a near graduate in psychology at UC Santa Cruz and a part-time EMT. I also LOVE working with kids! I grew up in Berkeley, CA and started babysitting at around 13 years old. By age 16 I had been involved with over 12 families with up to 3 children. I've worked as a counselor and performing arts skills...
Kira can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Madeleine G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have loved kids since I was a kid myself. At age 10, I started as a "mother's-helper," and have continued working in childcare ever since. I have experience watching children ages 2mo-13yo and am used to watching up to 4 kids at a time. Preparing meals, helping with homework, enforcing house rules, and having fun are part of...
Madeleine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Aurelia G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Aurelia, and I am looking for a part time nanny job as a first time nanny applicant. I'm the oldest of 5 siblings, with years of babysitting experience, as well as First Aid and CPR training. I am comfortable with kids of all ages, and large families with multiple kids. I am skilled at cooking, cleaning,...
Aurelia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Beatrice W.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as reliable, caring, and enthusiastic.
I like working with kids because I find it very rewarding. I think we can mutually inspire each other. Working with kids provides me a fresher perspective on the world. I think encouraging creativity and curiosity is so important for young children in...
Beatrice can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Bianca Ysabel M.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm Bianca, a current student at UCSC. I am planning on becoming a speech therapist for kids since I'm passionate about supporting children or any individual in any way! I love to cook, bake, swim and read. I started off babysitting my nieces and had the best time, so I hope to build my work experience. My schedule may vary!
Bianca Ysabel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Zoe P.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Zoe and I am a senior biology major at UCSC. I am currently working on applying for nursing school. I live in downtown Santa Cruz, have my own car & have a fairly flexible schedule. Feel free to reach out even if the schedule I posted does not reflect what you & your family are looking for :) I am also BLS...
Zoe can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I am a Native Californian born in the Monterey County and proud to call the Central Coast my home since 1998. I graduated from Cal State Monterey Bay in '20 with a degree in Social Behavioral Science with a minor in Pre-Law. I love going on long hikes with my dog, trying new Ina Garten cooking recipes and practice hot...
Jasmine Huerta can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Hello! My name is Claire . I moved to the Santa Cruz area two years ago to attend school. I am very peaceful, patient, lighthearted, and I love the outdoors. I have had 3 successful Care. com relationships since joining the website, as well as previous experience. I was a full-time nanny for a lovely 3-year-old, part time for 4...
Claire can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jade S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jade, I'm 23, and live in Long Beach. I'm a psychology major and have some early morning classes this semester, but the rest of my schedule is all clear! I've been working as a nanny since the moment I turned 18. I have two years of experience working in children's theatre and am skilled in creative and educational...
Jade can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! This is Laura, I'm 28 years old, and I'm from Colombia, but I've been living in the US for over 6 years. I consider myself an energetic and enthusiastic person who finds joy in art, dancing, psychology and nature. I speak Spanish and English fluently.
I have 6 years of experience working with kids of different ages,...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Zoey H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Zoey. I am trained as a support care aid for children and adults with disabilities, and am very passionate about the care world! I lived in London, England in 2018 as a live in nanny for two children. I also lived in Castro Valley, California as a live in nanny for two children with ASD. I am moving to Santa...
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Santa Cruz, CA
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Santa Cruz, CA in February, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in California, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Santa Cruz have rates starting at $23.12.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 135 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
There are 135 infant babysitters near you in Santa Cruz, CA. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.
Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA infant babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Infant Babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 135 listed infant babysitters.