What is the going rate for babysitters in Santa Rosa, CA?

The national typical hourly rate in 2021 is $17.00 for babysitters. When deciding how much to pay your babysitter, it’s important to set a competitive rate to attract the best caregivers. But there are lots of factors to think about when determining the cost of child care. Use Sittercity’s chart to determine the most appropriate babysitting rate by hourly wage by location.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in Santa Rosa, CA?

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.

What kind of babysitters can I find in Santa Rosa, CA?

You can find babysitters for in-home care or for a virtual sitting. Babysitters can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more.

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Available babysitters in Santa Rosa, CA

Daisy V.

6 years paid experience
8 miles

$ 20–30/hr

My name is Daisy, I am 22 years old and I am receiving my AA in child development. I have always had so much love for babies and children and have known I’ve always wanted to work with them. I have many years of experience and i as well worked at a daycare with children from 3 months to 4 years for ...

$ 20–30/hr

Isabel s.

4 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$ 20–25/hr

Hello, my name is Isabel; I am originally from Colombia, Barranquilla. However, I currently live in Santa Rosa, California. I have been here for 14 years. I was a student at Santa Rosa Junior College and studied English Second Language and child Development, and I Just Completed a certification as a...

$ 20–25/hr

Nadine G.

10 years paid experience
4 miles

$ 18–27/hr

Working with children has always been my passion. I have over 10+ years of experience. Im CPR First Aid certified and I have experience working with multiples

$ 18–27/hr

Sandra J.

10 years paid experience
10 miles

$ 18–25/hr

(1)

Soy Sandra, tengo 45 años y 11 años de experiencia trabajando con niños, trabajé En Community Action Partnership. Aprobé mi preparatoria, también tengo mi certificado como Asistente de Maestra. (Santa Rosa Junior College), de Infants y Toddlers, y Supervision. Cabe señalar que siempre me he actua...

$ 18–25/hr

Stacey B.

7 years paid experience
15 miles

$ 20–35/hr

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I'm Stacey. I am very active and energetic. I enjoy being in the outdoors, cooking, baking. I am a school counselor and have my bachelor’s degree in psychology and child development and my master’s in counseling. I worked as a behavior therapist for children with autism for three years. I have exp...

$ 20–35/hr

Cindy R.

15 years paid experience
4 miles

$ 20–25/hr

Hi, my name is Cindy. I have four boys! They are 25 to 18 years old. With that being said, I have a ton of experience…lol Actually, I really do have a ton of experience with children. I have been working with children for years. I started babysitting when I was 16 and eventually got my AA degree in...

$ 20–25/hr

kimberly w.

10 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 18–25/hr

Hello- I am great with kids and dont mind last minute jobs. I have had many babysitting jobs, was a nanny for twins, attended a school for pregnant teens and graduated from it as well. I am smart, trustworthy and caring.

$ 18–25/hr

Karolline M.

4 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 18–25/hr

Hey!! I'm Karolline I've been working with kids and babysitting since i was 15 and i always loved kids and i get a long very well with them. I'm 19 years old full of energy for all kids and also love playing with them and giving a lot of attention for them because for me it's very important playing,...

$ 18–25/hr

Shannon C.

10 years paid experience
4 miles

$ 14–25/hr

I am have been a nanny for the past 8 years and I absolutely love caring for children; helping them learn and grow is just the most rewarding experience! I have an 8 year old daughter who absolutely changed my life when she was born. I became the best person and caregiver I could be after that. I h...

$ 14–25/hr

Jordyn A.

3 years paid experience
4 miles

$ 15–20/hr

My name is Jordan Austin I am 24 years old and I'm looking for any babysitting/nanny jobs I have a lot of available time and a very flexible schedule

$ 15–20/hr

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Babysitting FAQs

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.