Find experienced babysitters in Saint Helena, CA

Hello! I have enjoyed babysitting, nannying, caregiving, and mothering over the course of most of my life. I began as a teen in my neighborhood and continued caring for children part-time while in college and working other jobs, right up until I had children of my own. My husband and I have raised four children, now adults and have flown the coop. I sincerely miss children! They are such a joy, so funny, curious, authentic, and precious. Because it was always very important to me to remain available and involved, mothering/homemaking was my main job during my children's growing years (for which I have no regrets)! I also have experience with developmentally disabled children, as I formerly worked with Easter Seals and Nolan Services. Now that I'm a young "empty nester," I find myself wanting to be involved with children again. I value a healthy lifestyle, which includes cooking and eating nutritiously, exercising, gardening, spending time with friends, and learning new things. I recently ended a caregiving job with a lady with Parkinson's, but because of an injury respite from physically demanding work became necessary. Presently I care for children on a part-time basis and have room for more part-time childcare. I also have experience caring for animals, including dogs, cats, chickens, and smaller creatures. I'd be honored to come alongside you to help with the most important task of caring for your greatest asset, your children. I am also willing to include light housework, cooking, organizing, caring for plants and animals, assisting with schoolwork, and errands. Sincerely, Catherine

Hi my name is Sabra and I am 24 years old. I’ve been babysitting for 9 years and love working with children of all ages. I’ve worked for many families and have made amazing bonds with kids ages 4 months to 12 years but I am open to working with any age. I’m young enough to keep up with the kids energy but old enough to be mature and responsible. I look forward to the opportunity to meet you and your family.

I have babysat for many families over the years - for kids of all ages. I absolutely adore not only taking care of kids but being able to provide them with a nurturing, interactive, safe yet fun environment. Most recently, I was a part-time nanny for a sweet one-year-old girl and took care of her three days a week. In addition to making sure she was well-taken care, I helped out with housework such as cooking, cleaning/tidying, organizing, laundry and more. I'm more than happy to do anything needed since I understand how hard it can be for a family to balance everything. To my sadness, they moved to Greece but, of course, I'm incredibly happy for them My experience ranges from caring for infants to caring for autistic children. I've also taken care of multiple kids at once - like a family with a 4, 3, 2 and 1-year old, for one example. I first became a nanny while studying at UCLA and helped raise a wonderful two-year-old girl in Bel Air. For the next three and half years, I helped raise her - 5 days a week. Every single day we engaged in interactive and imaginative play, explored outside and worked on growing her overall knowledge of the world. I also worked at introducing various basic concepts like kindness and original thinking. I grew up in a family of educators and spent many of my early years in my mother's and sister's classrooms helping their students. For me, every moment with a child is an opportunity to help expand their minds and grow as an individual. Post-UCLA and after another year of nannying, I left California to serve in the Peace Corps as an Education Volunteer in Burkina Faso, West Africa where I taught preschool in a rural village to over sixty-six children. I also taught English to high school-aged children and some adults on the side. After returning from the Peace Corps, I found myself back in Los Angeles where I started to teach again at a private preschool in West LA. It was a wonderful opportunity where I was able to plan and prepare incredible, creative lessons for my students. A little more about who I am - my passions include yoga, Ayurvedic medicine, herbalism and cooking. I'm also working on starting a small business so saving up for that. While I do not have any of my own children yet, I I absolutely love spending time with kids and truly enjoy encouraging them to embrace life to the fullest. To make a child smile and to feel valued is one of my greatest pleasures in life

Hello! I’m a former professional nanny and SAHM of teens returning to my background in childcare as I navigate next steps after separation. I have extensive childcare experience with all ages, from newborns to teenagers, including ADHD and Autistic families. I’m a proponent of gentle parenting practices, active in my daily life, nature-lover, book-enthusiast, music-obsessed, very comfortable with pets, handy in the kitchen, happy to help with light housework, errands, etc. I respect children in their own right as their own people and truly enjoy spending time and sharing life with them. I’m very hands-on in terms of playing, yet also perhaps at my most content rocking a sleeping little one. I am also available for active support and companion care of seniors. Formerly CPR/First Aid certified and happy to renew as desired. Vaccinated. Clean driving record. Availability is fairly flexible and can include evenings and weekends. I’d ideally love to be home to help see my kiddos off to school in the morning, but that’s not necessarily a dealbreaker. I’m also still figuring out how many hours make sense for me right now and am open to cobbling together support for more than one family. 25-30 hours total is probably ideal but I’m open to more. Occasional or one-time jobs accepted as well. Thank you for your consideration and I wish you well in your search!

After college, I volunteered at two elementary schools. Here I helped students with their assignments. I have to say that art, creative writing, and outdoor time were my favorite activities with them. I saw that many students liked expressing themselves; whether it was in the form of painting, writing a poem, or drawing with chalk on the playground. I realized that children like it when you can teach them something in a creative way! I was able to further develop my teaching abilities when I worked at Footsteps, an afterschool elementary program. Working here allowed me to work with children in groups as well as one-on-one. For example, I would work with a group of students alongside the teacher. Other times I would sit with kids individually and help them with their homework. From the end of 2012 to October 2014 I worked as a temp nanny for different families through the agency Town & Country Resources. The kids were of various ages: I watched kids from 1 to 12 years old. My responsibilities were as follows: helping with homework, taking kids to the park, doing art, playing make-believe, dancing with kids, making light meals, and generally caring for and entertaining kids. During the 2014-15 school year, I worked in classes with high school students with mild learning disabilities. Although this job was challenging, I was able to further develop my teaching skills, working both individually and in groups with these student. Importantly, I learned to understand students' disabilities and where they needed support. More recently, I worked as a sub paraeducator—mostly with preschool students with mild speech delay.

Hi there! My name is Yen and I’m excited to help your family. I’m originally from Vietnam, where I owned and managed a preschool and tutoring center. I’m passionate about baby and toddler development and use the Montessori method when raising my own 2,5 year old son. I hold a valid American Red Cross child and adult CPR / first aid certificate and have experience with many families both here in California and Vietnam. Some special skills include: preparing/cooking special meals designed for baby’s and toddlers, baby / toddler bathing and massage, ear cleaning, and much more. Let me know if you have any questions and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Hi, I'm Carley! I’m new to this platform but have 10+ years of childcare experience with stellar reviews on other major childcare sites. I will be happy to share my complete profile with recommendations and current background check verification upon request. I’ve been caring for children for over a decade, working with families, daycares, and community programs supporting kids from infancy through adolescence. I bring a calm, nurturing approach with a focus on active, screen-free activities and meaningful experiences that support each child’s growth. Currently pursuing a neuroscience degree to deepen my understanding of child development.

Hello Families, My name is Tanya and I taught preschool for five years. After I left my teaching job, I decided to provide babysitting services and continue to do so. I offer full time/ part time and one-time child care services as well as date nights, weekends and overnights if not already booked. My hours are flexible and I try to work around parent's schedule to help out as much as I can. I absolutely love working with children and meeting new families! Please contact me with any questions you may have. Thank you so much for your time! I hope to hear from you soon!

Hello! My name is Alondra, and I’m excited to share a little about myself with you. I’m 22 years old and currently a third-year Art and Design major at UC Santa Cruz. I’ll be graduating with my bachelor’s degree this summer, am I’m so excited! I’ve been babysitting since my freshman year of high school. I started by caring for my neighbor’s children and soon began sitting for more families. Over the past seven years, I’ve worked with kids of all ages, usually two at a time, but I’ve also managed up to three children at once. I’m experienced with bedtime routines, staying consistent with families schedules, and creating a warm, safe, and fun environment for the kids in my care. My passion for art and creativity spills into my babysitting style. I love incorporating crafts, drawing, and other hands-on activities into our time together, it’s a great way to keep kids engaged and spark their imagination. I’m also a proud multi-linguist, I speak both English and Spanish Fluently and I’m currently learning additional languages. As an active individual, I have no trouble keeping up with children’s boundless energy. Whether we’re playing outside, going for walks, or organizing scavenger hunts, I enjoy staying active and making sure kids have fun while staying safe. Some important things to know about me. I always prioritize the safety and well being of the children and take my responsibilities seriously. When it comes to childcare, safety is always my top priority. I’m CPR and First Aid certified through another job. While my current certification isn’t specific to infants and children, I’m more than willing to get pediatric CPR and First Aid certified if that’s something you’d like. I’m usually available for weekends and occasional weeknights babysitting, perfect for day nights or extra help. I’m also great with pets and happy to assist with light chores and tidying up. If you have any questions or would like to learn more about me, please don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love the chance to connect and see if I’m a good fit for your family.

Hi! My name is Olivia Rivera! I am interested in babysitting because I love working with kids. I'm currently studying to become an elementary school teacher at CSU San Marcos. I've worked for the YMCA as a camp counselor, and I also offer softball lessons to local children. I love babysitting because I understand how helpful it can be to families who need childcare, and working with kids can be beneficial to both the children and me, as I aspire to become a teacher.