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Laura E.

Experienced Babysitter, Pet Sitter, Personal Assistant And House Sitter Available Part Time

Santa Cruz, CA

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am available for the occasional evening, and am not looking for part or full time caregiving. I am an experienced caregiver, trusted driver for providing "kiddo taxi" transport, tiny house owner and student going back to school in 2020. From watching infants starting when I was 12, I have cared for all ages, toddlers up to...

Laura S. says "My twin 3 year old girls loved Laura!!! We used her a ton and even for a few overnights "

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Mac C.

Reliable And Fun Babysitter

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello there! My name is Mac. I have nannied/babysat for many families over the past 15+ years. I have cared for children ranging in age from newborns to 13-year-olds. While I typically work with three to four kids at a time, I have taken care of up to 12 children on my own and am happy and prepared to work with any age and...

Viviana C. says "We hired Mac to look after our 8 month old son while we were on a week long holiday in Aptos. Mac helped us out on short notice over a few days and...

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Taylor S.

Experienced Part-Time Babysitter/Errand Runner/House Sitter

Santa Cruz, CA

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Taylor. I am 27 years old and currently a hair stylist. I come from a big, diverse family with a lot of children, mixed with many different races. Since the age of 10, I kept watch over my twin nieces as newborns so my sister could work. My next babysitting job was at 15. I watched 2 twin 3-year-old boys and loved...

Aren L. says "Taylor is a sweet kind and attentive babysitter for our twin identical 4 year old boys. She was able to tell the difference between them by the end of the...

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Paige S.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting for about 11 years now and have experience with children as young as five months. I have a Bachelor degree/concentration in Human Development and Family Studies and Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I enjoy playing sports, hiking and just being active. I love doing arts and crafts, reading,...

Katie C. says "Paige is responsible, punctual, neat, and very attentive to schedule and any details of care that we communicate. She is sporty, fun, and gets active with...

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Ava H.

Child Care

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
As a caregiver with three years of experience, my passion for nurturing and supporting children, along with my positive babysitting experiences, inspired me to become a childcare provider. I am patient, calm, and creative, making me an ideal caregiver for young minds. My approach to childcare involves open communication with...

Cheryl F. says "What a wonderful sitter for ny daughters fragile premie. Excellent job. Totally someone you cam depend on. She was here all night so jy exhausted...

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Emma W.

Experienced And Compassionate Nanny

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Emma! I have been working with children of all ages for the last 8 years as a Recess Coach at Westlake, a Registered Behavior Technician, a camp counselor, a tutor and as a babysitter/ nanny. I work to provide kids a safe and accepting environment filled with play, kindness and empathy for their experience. I also have...

Care Member says "Emma was awesome!! She was kind, fun, punctual, and super easy to communicate with. She was flexible and adaptable when the dinner plan I set up...

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Mary S.

Childcare

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I provide thorough loving supervision for the child at all times. I am skilled at feeding transporting and general care. I have many activities and games up my sleeve to engage the child to take an interest in life fully. To look deeply, lovingly and thoroughly at all aspects of each moment. I enjoy being a kind influence that...

Joan F. says "Mary became a loving, caring part of our family when my daughter W. was still only 4. She was always punctual and smiling with a new game or artwork or...

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Tess P.

Part-time Caregiver

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I've been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I was a swim instructor for kids ranging in 1 month and older, I am currently an EMT and have been in healthcare for almost 3 years now and am CPR certified for adults as well as pediatrics. I am also trained in the use of giving an EpiPen if needed as well as other...

Carlie W. says "We loved working with Tess! We found her to be friendly, responsible and communicative. She colored and played with our 2-year-old, then gave her a bath...

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Emily K.

Hi!

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
I like working with kids because they amaze me with how smart they are! I was very nearly a preschool teacher and I absolutely love watching that age group figure out how things work and problem solve. Older kids are great to work with because they generally want to help out if there's younger kids and if not then we get to just...

Matilda W. says "Emily took great care of our 11 months old baby when we were on vacation in Santa Cruz. It felt really safe to leave him with her and we would definitely...

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Lilian B.

Hello My Name In Lilian. I Live In Santa Cruz County. I Enjoy Interacting With Others.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Hello, my name is Lilian. I am a college student looking for a job. I have classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays only. I am free every other day of the week all day anytime for work. Feel free to reach out I like interacting with others. I am looking for a job that pays minimum wage and can work with my school schedule. I love...

Care Member says "She is a very sweet and playful person, she is good with kids of all ages. Very artistic and has a good imagination! I would recommend her she is...

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Maya W.

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello my name is Maya and I am 25 years old. I earned a B. A. in Anthropology from UCSC in 2022. I have been a nanny before with 10+ years of experience. I also have experience as a day camp counselor, as well as a summer camp counselor for the YMCA. I am very friendly, outgoing, responsible and I am LGBTQIA+ friendly. I also...

Sara B. says "Hired after interview. Very excited to have her start with our family!"

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Isabella K.

College Student Looking For An After Class Job!

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
Experience: I have been working with children since I was 13 as a counselor in training and leader for different summer camps . I have experience leading children through activities including cooking, wood shop, computer programming and arts and crafts among other things. My work at camps has been focused on children ranging in...

Mehmet Fatih Y. says "We love Bella and our twins absolutely adore her. They have so much fun time together when we stayed in Berkeley for 3 weeks. And they learned new...

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Rena D.

Playful And Experienced!

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
If you are looking for a responsible, patient, playful, and experienced caregiver, then give me a call! I have extensive childcare and teaching experience. I love outdoor excursions and am very energetic, but also enjoy soft reading time, imaginative play, and crafts. I have years of baby - toddler care experience, and have...

Care Member says "Rena is a real treasure! After an initial tour of how I care and comfort my newborn, Rena took over cuddling and interacting with my daughter. She...

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Isabel B.

Santa Cruz, CA

3.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a 23-year-old postpartum doula, and I would love to help you and your family. I was raised in an at-home daycare, so I've been doing childcare my whole life :) I have experience with children of all ages. I am fully vaccinated and well as I have certifications for postpartum/infant care doula work, infant feeding...

Amber L. says "Isabel provided nanny services for my 3-month-old, 5-year-old and 7-year-old sons. She had expert knowledge in infant care and had a warm, caring and calm...

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Scarlett D.

Joyful Nanny For Hire

Santa Cruz, CA

3.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Scarlett. To me, children are an absolute delight and I consider being a nanny/sitter a fulfilling and and extremely rewarding job. I have experience with children from 0 - 14 years old. I feel comfortable with any age. My schedule is flexible, whether you are on vacation and need someone to take care of your...

Care Member says "We used Scarlett to watch our 1 year old son when we went to dinner. He was in bed the whole time but she was super communicative and friendly and she...

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Stephanie B.

Looking For Occasional Jobs And Full Time 1st Week Of April

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have been working with kids in different settings (daycare + nannying) for a little over 6 years now. I'm CPR certified and bilingual Portuguese/English, I do have my own transportation. I have extensive infant experience on bottle feeding, nap routine, engaging activities/outings, solid introduction and I felt comfortable...

Care Member says "Stephanie took care of my son from around 9 - 18 months in a nanny share. She was punctual, reliable, and consistent with her care. She laughed and...

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Clarissa H.

Preschool Teacher During The Day And A Big Kid All Day Long

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
As a caregiver with a decade of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. My calm and creative nature allows me to connect with kids on a personal level. I prioritize clear and open communication with parents, ensuring their peace of mind. I believe in supporting...

Chloe R. says "Clarissa was a wonderful sitter! She and her partner, Jessica, watched our group of 5 kids, ages 1-7, while we went to a wedding. They sent us updates...

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Maile O.

Experienced Babysitter

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Maile, I'm 27 years old and a single mother to a wonderful 2-year-old boy. I'm currently taking a break from my undergraduate studies to focus on caring for him. I'm seeking a part-time opportunity that would allow me to bring my son along sometimes (at a discounted rate). With over 10 years of babysitting experience,...
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Vianey G.

Kind, Fun, Energetic, And Loving Babysitter

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Vianey (pronounced V-N-A). I'm seeking a babysitter work opportunity in Santa Cruz, California. I promise to be caring, and dependable. Services And Training: I have lots of experience caring for kids, (Babies, toddlers, kids, and adolescents). I also have experience with play date supervision, afterschool care,...
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Bianca T.

Fun And Loving Nanny/Babysitter Available!

Santa Cruz, CA

from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I genuinely love spending time with children and believe my life's purpose is to share my energy with our youth. I have have been nannying for over 15 years and have experience babysitting all ages. I have dreams of owning a day care/learning center one day, but in the meantime I'm grateful to put my energy towards...
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  • 116 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.64/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.6

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Santa Cruz, CA

Babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews of the 116 listed babysitters

Laura E.

My twin 3 year old girls loved Laura!!! We used her a ton and even for a few overnights

- Laura S.

Mac C.

We hired Mac to look after our 8 month old son while we were on a week long holiday in Aptos. Mac helped us out on short notice over a few...

- Viviana C.

Taylor S.

Taylor is a sweet kind and attentive babysitter for our twin identical 4 year old boys. She was able to tell the difference between them by...

- Aren L.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Santa Cruz, CA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Santa Cruz, CA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 116 babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Santa Cruz, CA babysitters on Care.com is $22.64 per hour as of June 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.

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