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60 infants child care are listed in Santa Barbara, CA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby infants child care is 7 years
Infants child care in Santa Barbara, CA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've worked as a babysitter/nanny for various families, and I've absolutely loved the experience. This inspired me to pursue a degree in Early Childhood Education, along with an Infants and Toddlers certificate at City College.
I have hands-on experience caring for infants and toddlers as part of my school's student-teacher...
Gisel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"GISEL is very professional, patient and kind."
Akram K.
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
(9)
Hired by 13 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Rachel was able to jump right in and help care for our 3.5 month infant. She was great at soothing the baby and let her have some epic contact naps! Baby was happy and well rested every time we worked with Rachel! She was also very communicative and reliable. We...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Sarah, and I am a Westmont College alum with 10 years of experience caring for infants, youth, students, and pets. I come from a sports background, so I love being active and engaging with kids! I am also a certified swim instructor, and would be happy to teach your kids how to swim :)
My Strengths Finder top 5...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was the best nanny we hired for our 4 young daughters! (Two which were twins). We always felt so secure with Sarah watching our girls and taking care of all of their needs. Our girls were very young and and busy and my husband and I would return home to happy...
Jason H.
Stella H.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Stella, and I've been providing childcare to families for almost 10 years. I have always loved spending time with kids and began babysitting for family friends when I was 14. Most of my experience has been taking care of infants and toddlers, but I have worked with kids of all ages, ranging from a couple of months old...
Stella can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stella is a super awesome human who LOVES kids and it shows. she knows just what to do in ever situation with complete calm, enthusiasm and good cheer. she always has great ideas for good fun and is totally reliable. my girls and i think she is the BEST!"
shelly A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very experienced nanny and have worked for a couple families in Santa Barbara over the course of the last 4 years. I am outgoing, fun and hard working. I have a range of experience with different ages from infants to early teens. I worked at Lifetime Fitness in the child care center for a year and a half a bit ago which...
Alyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa is awesome and all the kiddos love her. She is high energy, creative and so much fun! I highly recommend her to any family! You would be lucky to have her."
Jen C.
Hayden S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Hayden and I just moved to New York after graduating from UC Berkeley! I am in between jobs and looking for a short term or casual nannying/babysitting gig. I've worked with kids of all ages (infants to preteens) and am also comfortable with drop offs/pick ups, cooking/meal prep, light house-keeping,...
Hayden can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Hayden was so helpful in engaging with our high needs child. From the park to art projects and learning/teaching daily routines, she was energetic and fun but calm. Highly recommend!"
Jeff R.
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is absolutely wonderful to work with. She has always gone above and beyond with my kiddos. She truly cares about them and the environment that is created for them to thrive. She helped me raise my little one from 6weeks old so she has plenty of experience...
Daniela D.
5.0
(5)
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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
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.
4.7
(18)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
15 Years Pro Nanny
I like working with kids because I absolutely adore infants and have an incredible amount of experience caring for them, between my own 3 children and 15 years worth of Nanny work. I'm proficient in all things baby related -physical and growth, and sleep to potty training. A usual day will be spent reading...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We needed a last minute sitter when our usual caregiver called out sick. Jennifer was confident and knowledgeable which helped ease my nerves about having someone new take care of our 14 month old. She was warm and sweet with him, sang songs, read books, and talked...
Care member
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Angela K.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. With over a decade of experience, I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a calm but fun caretaker with over 4 years of professional childcare experience in the education departments at several local organizations such as the Santa Barbara Zoo and currently the SB Museum of Natural History. My belief is that kids thrive best in environments where they feel seen and comfortable. This especially...
Allyson can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Marcelina C.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dedicated and nurturing childcare professional with over 10 years of experience providing exceptional care for infants, toddlers, and young children. Skilled in creating engaging activities that support developmental milestones, managing daily routines, and fostering a loving and safe environment. Strong background in infant...
Marcelina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Alana K.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am energetic, fun, and caring, I have 5 years of experience of taking care of kids. I have babysat from kids ranging from infants to teenagers. I love kids and love babysitting! I am looking to make some extra money before going back to college!
Alana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Kelsie H.
Santa Barbara, CA
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
I'm a caregiver with 9 years of experience. Through art and crafts, I've discovered a way to connect with them and bring out their imaginations. My patience, calmness, and friendly nature help create a nurturing environment for children to thrive.
I am looking for a family who needs overnight child care. I have over 2 years...
Kelsie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Linda G.
Santa Barbara, CA
$50/hr • 4 yrs exp
NICU, Post-partum, RN available for infant care.
Able to assist with feeding regimes
Breastfeeding
Sleeping schedules
medication administration
Medical devices
Formula mixing
Breast milk fortifying
Why hire a plain old nanny when you can have an actual registered nurse trained in newborn care ?
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi parents! I'm 25, born and raised here in Santa Barbara!
I have 5+ years of professional experience working with kids. Within those years I have worked at a daycare, nannied for a few families, and babysit occasionally for others. I have great experience with all ages and with multiple kids!
I am comfortable with infants,...
Karina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Bianca C.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Bianca and I have 8+ years of childcare experience and am completing my DONA birth doula certification. I've had experience in childcare in a variety of atmospheres including afterschool activities, infant care, teaching English as a second language, and volunteering in orphanages abroad. My experience with...
Bianca can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Chloe F.
Santa Barbara, CA
$22-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Chloe and I am a UCSB student who is a responsible and experienced babysitter/nanny with a love for children all ages. I have several years of experience working with infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. I have had the opportunity of working as a summer camp counselor, as well as babysitting children in my...
Chloe can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Hi my name is Cecily and I'm a PhD student at UCSB! I am looking to provide part time child care or babysitting. I have extensive nannying experience (full time, multiple children, infants, overnight) and would be available to help with school pick ups / drop offs or evening care. I really enjoy doing crafts and outdoor...
Cecily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Most recent reviews for infants child care in Santa Barbara, CA
Gisel R.
5.0
GISEL is very professional, patient and kind.
- Akram K.
Rachel B.
5.0
Rachel was incredible with our kids! She watched 4 kids ranging in age from 7 to 12 and they had a BLAST with her! We were gone for almost 11 hours at a wedding and she kept them busy and having fun the entire time! Got them set with 2 meals during that time and all were in bed sound asleep when we...
- Care member
Sarah G.
5.0
Sarah is amazing. She was a regular babysitter for our 3 kids until she moved to go to college (which we were all very sad about). She was and still is, hands down, our kids' favorite sitter. She always kept the kids busy playing games, drawing, coloring ect. She really spent time with the kids,...
- Avena Z.
Stella H.
5.0
Stella was fabulous with my 2 year old! It was our first time leaving him with a babysitter and she was so great interacting and playing with him. I would definitely hire her again.
- Missy T.
Alyssa M.
5.0
Alyssa is awesome and all the kiddos love her. She is high energy, creative and so much fun! I highly recommend her to any family! You would be lucky to have her.
- Jen C.
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FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Santa Barbara, CA
How much is child care for an infant near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Santa Barbara, CA to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Santa Barbara, CA, is $26.12.
Where can I find infant child care near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Santa Barbara, CA by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with
What types of infant child care services are available near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
The infant child care services available near you in Santa Barbara, CA can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.
How can I safely hire infant child care near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Santa Barbara, CA, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a variety of candidates, and request references from other families they worked with in the past. We also request that every caregiver on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and you can see which infant child care providers completed this by looking for the badge on their profile.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for infant child care near me in Santa Barbara, CA?
When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Santa Barbara, CA, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.
Ratings for Santa Barbara, CA infants child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Infants Child Care in Santa Barbara, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 45 reviews of the 60 listed infants child care.