Find experienced babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA

Hello! I’m Adria, a 23 year old Doula student who’s responsible, fun, caring, organized, and dependable. I have lots of experience working with multiple children at a time, ranging from all ages. I also have experience with toddlers with special needs as well as preschool teaching experience. Some of my favorite activities to do with children are, safe playtime, arts and crafts, imaginative play, reading and helping out with any class or homework. My specialties include, communication, respect and being extremely resourceful. I am CPR certified and background checked.I can’t wait to work with you and I hope to make your life a little easier.

Hii i’m Azarya i’m 21 years old and i’m a certified nursing assistant and also have done babysitting since i have 16 from ages new born-14 year olds. I truly have a passion for providing care and love to build bonds with children!!

I am a compassionate and energetic sitter who is excited about making sure your child gets the best care possible, has fun, and learns new things! I have a background in environmental education and particularly love spending time with children outdoors and teaching them about the natural world. That being said, I want to meet you where you are at to ensure your child receives the best care that resonates with you. I have CPR + First Aid certification and am excited to create a safe, fun, and supportive that matches your family's needs.

I have been a private career nanny for multiple families (for ages 7 months and up) for over 14 years now, as well as a daycare teacher assistant and an Au Pair. I connect very well with children; I enjoy working with the magical little beings because I’m inspired by their contagiously high-spirits and spontaneous creativity! I offer children an abundance of presence and play. I encourage nature-based exploration, creativity cultivation, and problem-solving. I draw inspiration from elements of alternative education philosophies, but I’m mostly interested in letting the child lead while I provide the appropriate boundaries and guidance. Each child is so unique, and my goal is to facilitate their unfolding. I would be a good fit for your family if you are looking for a responsible nanny with a good heart, an authentic appreciation for kids, and someone who will provide a positive contribution to their development.

Hey I grew up watching my younger siblings. As well as taking care of the house while my mom was at work. I enjoy watching, cooking, and cleaning for kids. Showing them all my favorite cartoons growing up and teaching them new skills. I am a current triple major at UCSC in History, Education, and Law. I want to be a Professor someday. I hope I can be of assistance to your family I have CNA experience with elderly patients so I can deal with child sickness or disability as well. All of my certificates are being uploaded

Hi there, my name is Madeline! I’m very passionate about working with young children and providing support to families. I’m currently obtaining my doula certification and planning to become a labor and delivery nurse as working with infants and children brings me a level of joy and fulfillment that nothing else does. I would absolutely love to provide my skills gained over 9 years of nanny/babysitting experience to your family! I’m nurturing, warm, kind, caring, grounded, playful, compassionate, attuned, receptive, joyful, reliable, patient, communicative, and unconditionally loving. I have experience bottle feeding, contact napping, sleep training, diaper changing, potty training, learning to walk/crawl, starting solids, formula prepping, meal prepping, baby wearing, tummy time, supporting emotional regulation, teaching swim lessons, light housekeeping, and supporting children’s unique developmental skills. I love to bring children out into nature to explore and connect with themselves and the natural world around them. I believe in the importance of guiding children to explore their intrinsic relationship with nature and learn about themselves through this interconnection. I don’t use screens or allow children to use screens while I provide care unless necessary. I believe it’s important for children to feel seen, heard, and valued by their caregivers and not having screens allow for this connection. I’ve provided in home care while parents work from home if that is of interest too. I’m excited to connect with you and support your beautiful family!

I love being able to help others, not only by taking care of kids but also giving parents a chance to go out, have fun, and feel comfortable with their child at home. I also plan on becoming a teacher so I would really like to use babysitting as a way to get good experience. I have a little brother who I’ve taken care of. I have also taken care of baby cousins of mine, friends of my little brother, and family friends. I am first aid and CPR certified, I can cook and clean, I have my drivers license. Please feel free to contact me with any other questions! P.S. I am now located in SANTA CRUZ, CA so if you’re in north hills I’m sorry but I have moved. Santa Cruz parents are welcome!

Hello! I’m an energetic, nurturing and patient childcare provider with 6+ years of experience. I have experience working with children from the ages of 6 months to 17 years old. I’ve worked at private schools, public schools and as a nanny. I’ve also worked at a behavioral health agency as an ABA therapist where I supported kids with special needs. My specialty is working with children who have developmental disabilities, but I love working with all kids. I’m skilled in meal prep, diaper changes, potty training, sleep strategies and light house keeping. I love leading outdoor actives and creating fun, age-appropriate art projects. I am CPR + First Aid certified. In the care I provide, I encourage independence (when appropriate) and make learning as fun as possible in order to foster skills for self sufficiency.

Hello, my name is Kate Matheson, I am 23 years old, and I am currently based in Santa Cruz. I moved here from Santa Barbara in 2021 for college. I currently work as a part-time nanny for two girls ( 2&4) here in the local area. Before becoming a nanny, I worked in a marketing role at Red Bull for a little over two years; however, the bulk of my work experience is in childcare. In high school, I worked as a nanny for a blended family for 3 years and babysat for dozens of other families during that time. I have worked with children ranging in age from 2 to 14 years old. As a current nanny, I also take responsibility for family grocery shopping, overnights, light cleaning, and most importantly, having a safe and trusting relationship with the families I work with. I have always thrived and really enjoyed working with kids; being an older sister of 2 brothers, it comes very naturally to me. Some other things about me, I live for the beach and have grown up surfing my whole life, my friends and family are everything to me, and my other favorite hobbies are cooking and jewelry making. I drive a 2014 Toyota Rav4, have a perfect driving record, and have my first aid and CPR certification. Please message me back with any questions and look forward to hearing back. Kate Matheson

Hello! My name is Darlene I have 5 years of experience being a babysitter as well as a gymnastics coach. I am also CPR certified. I am currently a student at UCSC studying computer science. I am able to help with both childcare and light/moderate housekeeping.