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Monica B.
- 30 years paid experience
- 11 miles
I am now available most days, nights or overnights! Either full (5 days/nights) or part time (1,2, or 3 days/nights) per week. I am used to working long hours, as most of my jobs have been for families within the medical community. In the meantime, I am also available for evening, your date nights, or overnights should you need a weekend away. Whatever your schedule is, please ask me, I may be able to help you, or work something out on a temporary basis. I graduated from C.E.R.T. (community emergency response team) Academy, taught by San Diego Fire-Rescue Dept. I am happy to be of service to my community in case of a disaster or terrorist attack. I have all three CPR certificates for infant, child, and adult. My first aid training exceeds that of the general public. I love babies/kids of all ages and they love me! I appreciate the hard work and sacrifice of our military families and I give military family discounts! If your child has any special needs, such as medical or behavioral, I may charge a little more. You may contact me by text message or calling. Please leave a message with your name, number, area you live in, and the times and date you are looking for a sitter and I will be happy to return your call as soon as I am able. Thank you!
$20–30/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Claire S.
Hi Monica is great with our toddler. He is always tuckered out by the end of the day. She reads to him and got him to nap well. He loves to see her :) we will continue to hire Monica! Thanks! Ocean beach family
Violet R.
- 25 years paid experience
- 3 miles
Seeking Nannywork &/or Babysitting. I believe in learning through play. I organized first Art Program for Homeschoolers in Northwestern Oklahoma, was Head Potter at Leonardo's Children's Museum, & have taught Music & Art for over 20 years, & Astronomy & Etiquette. Due to Allergies (mammalian), a Vegetarian, Peskitarian, or Vegan Family would be ideal. I am a Christian & accepting of other cultures & religions. Religion in general, was one of my minors in college. I received the best of 2015 & 2016 Piano Instructor award, & received featured Business Spotlight, La Mesa, California, through Thumbtack. I have Passport & PassCard. Will consider travel. Parents are responsible for transport, travel, travel insurance (when necessary), costs, activity expenses, & child-related activity costs or other child related expenses. Piano &/or Art Lessons, are roughly $40-$60, all supplies included. Sickness Policy: Typically. I will not care for sick children. However, It depends on what they have. As someone who has kids at home & works with other families, I don't want to risk getting them sick. If it's contagious, I leave it to the parents to be parents & I stay home to avoid spreading it from one household to the other. Just like if my kids at home were sick, I wouldn't take their germs to work with me. If it isn't contagious, then I stick to whatever needs to be done: medicine, cuddling & fluids. My favorite sports are: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Dance (Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, Ballroom), Fishing, Hula-hooping, Jump Rope, kickball, Roller Skating, Swimming, Tennis, Twirling, Yoga. When necessary, I can pick or disable most bedroom or bathroom locks. I’ve also completed basic self-defense, gun safety, conceal & carry classes within State of Oklahoma. Some of my favorite activities: Astronomy, Aquarium, Visiting Museums, Travel, Reading, Sewing and Design, Building things (remodeling, basic carpentry, fix-it, models or miniatures such as cars/ houses/ airplane's), Music and Art, Classic Cars, Agriculture, Movies. Favorite Games: Cards, Chinese Checker's, Monopoly, Checker's, Domino's, Hopscotch, Marbles, Jacks, Jinga, Tetris, Castlevanis, freeze tag, tether ball.
$25–35/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Jennifer W.
Violet was excellent with my son. She helped me out when I was traveling for work in San Diego. This meant that she had to meet my son very quickly and figure out what would make him happy. She did all of that during my work trip, to the point where when he woke up the next day, he was asking for her and her toys. Overall, she was great, she communicated, shared her location, and talked about what my and my son’s needs were, and planned for any potential back ups. She also came with her own toys and supplies. She was clearly very experienced with kids at many ages and again, very quickly integrated with our family and made my whole trip possible.
Antigone G.
- 5 years paid experience
- 6 miles
Hi there! My name is Antigone. I am a sophomore in college and am currently studying nutrition and health science. I grew up in a big family with many younger cousins, where I regularly help my aunts with meal prep and bedtime routines. I have a background working as a camp counselor, and I am CPR and First Aid certified. I love being around kids and enjoy games, reading stories, and helping with homework. I am a responsible student with a flexible schedule on weekends and am happy to help with light housework as needed. I look forward to meeting your family!
$20–30/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Rosalinda F.
Antigone helped with our 3 school age kids at the hotel resort 2 days in a row. The kids really enjoyed her and were glad to have her back. She entertained them in ways we hadn’t even considered. Traffic in this area along with road work is an issue but we had given ourselves a cushion for time and parking. She followed directions well. Would definitely hire again.
Delaney W.
- 10 years paid experience
- 3 miles
Hello! I’m Delaney, a professional babysitter in San Diego with 10+ years of experience caring for children from newborns to teens. I specialize in evening and date-night care, providing a calm, attentive, and reliable presence so parents can fully enjoy their time away. I’m experienced with dinner, bath time, and bedtime routines, and I create a safe, structured, and engaging environment with books, games, and crafts tailored to your child’s needs (minimal screen time based on your preference). I am CPR & First Aid certified and provide thoughtful updates throughout care. I take reliability and communication seriously and strive to be consistently dependable. I’m also very comfortable with pets and happy to include them in care as needed. I look forward to supporting your family with dependable, high-quality care. 3-hour minimum. Overnight care available upon request. Hotel bookings: parking covered by family.
$28–32/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Maria E.
Delaney was so wonderful to work with! We visit California multiple times a year and we have now requested her to be our sitter every time we are visiting because she was so great with our 2 boys who are 6 and 3 years old. She is very reliable and responsible with our kids. Delaney also made our kids feel very comfortable. Thank you Delaney!!
Terri O.
- 30 years paid experience
- 6 miles
I was a licensed day care provider for over 20 years. I am Covid vaccinated! Now that my own 3 children are grown I enjoy doing childcare/babysitting in other's homes. I studied child development in college. Children and families are my passion and I really enjoy this line of work. My hobbies include tennis, hiking, running half marathons and boating. I have lots of experience and regularly care for infants. I can guarantee you that your children will be loved and receive excellent care when I am with them. I enjoy interacting with the children I watch. I like to read to them, play games, sing songs ect. I believe it is very important for parents to be able to enjoy their time away from their children knowing that their children are safe, having fun and well cared for. I am fun, flexible and ready to help!
$20–25/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Bryan J.
Punctual, reliable, and great with our daughter! We’ll be using her again for our sitter needs.
Sandra L.
- 7 years paid experience
- 10 miles
Responsible, caring, and experienced Babysitter and Nanny with a strong background in providing safe, nurturing, and engaging care for children of different ages. Skilled in daily routines, meal preparation, educational play, and maintaining a clean and organized environment. Reliable, patient, and committed to supporting children’s emotional and developmental needs. Provided attentive and loving care for infants and children of various ages • Assisted with feeding, diaper changes, nap schedules, and bedtime routines • Organized educational and fun activities (arts & crafts, outdoor play, reading) • Maintained a safe, clean, and organized environment • Communicated daily with parents about children’s needs and progress. AVAILABILITY Weekdays / Weekends (ajustable) • Occasional babysitting & full-time nanny care References Available upon request Languages • Spanish (Native) and English
$27–35/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Brandy L.
Sandra has been watching our baby regularly for a few months now, and we love her professionalism and transparency. She always confirms with us every time and communicates often if her schedule ever shifts or she is running behind. Sandra is up front with her expectations as a caregiver and will provide guidance as an experienced childcare professional. I would recommend her to any family looking for routines and structured care.
Ariana A.
- 1 year paid experience
- 3 miles
Warm, dependable babysitter with a year of hands-on experience caring for a toddler. I love keeping little ones engaged with coloring, reading, and fun learning activities while preparing simple meals, tidying up, and making sure they stay safe. My experience at John Muir Language Academy has given me a strong childcare foundation, and I truly enjoy helping kids learn, laugh, and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. 👶📚🎨
$20–25/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Geoffrey D.
We asked Ariana for help to babysit our 19 month old daughter for two full days. She was timely on arrival and connected very well with our daughter from the start. She even managed to get our daughter to take an afternoon nap, which isn't always easy for us. We would be happy to have Ariana help us again in the future.
Amrita B.
- 10 years paid experience
- 10 miles
Hello! My name is Amrita. I’m from Oregon and moved to San Diego a little over a year ago. I’m so greatful to live in such a beautiful place! I’ve worked with kids my whole life weather it was babysitting the neighborhood kids or helping with friends families. After college I started working in a Montesorri preschool! I fell in love with Montessori teachings and continued with schooling in that field. I’m currently in the process of getting my second teaching certificate!
$21–28/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Marco M.
Amrita picked my daughter up from school on time and kept her entertained until I picked her up. My daughter said she was nice and fun.
Khadija A.
- 10 years paid experience
- 3 miles
Hi! As a CPR-certified caregiver with years of hands-on childcare experience, I bring both heart and knowledge to every job. I’m a reliable and nurturing childcare provider with several years of experience caring for children from infancy through middle school. My background includes working in both private homes and structured daycare settings, including experience supporting children with varying needs. I prioritize creating a safe, engaging, and respectful environment where children can thrive. I'm patient, attentive, and always aim to support each child’s unique personality and routine.
$25–50/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Anjali P.
Thoughtful, detail-oriented, caring, reliable, collaborative and communicative. Khadija embodies everything we were looking for in not only a sitter, but someone who truly cared in providing us with help in our home. She was diligent in keeping up with our kids schedules, which is difficult for us to do on our own at times! She helped our 10 year old son track and manage a daily schedule to keep up with his homework, studying, reading, and activities at the speed that supported his growth into independently managing his daily to do's. She provided rides to our older daughter and keep up with the demands of her high school activities and sports practice. We highly recommend Khadija as a caretaker and someone who will take the time to get to know your household and support needs on a regular basis..
Abbey M.
- 5 years paid experience
- 15 miles
My name is Abbey McCormick. I am 31 years old and I live in Encinitas. I am available to work anywhere in the San Diego area. I have over 5 years of babysitting/nannying experience and can provide references for the families I worked with most recently if needed. I am a self-proclaimed craft master and fun time expert! I was born and raised in Dallas, Texas and I have a big family. Growing up, I was surrounded by young children (cousins, nieces, etc.) so rest assured your kiddo is in good hands! Childcare has always been a passion of mine. I am more than happy to help with all your needs, such as light housekeeping, pet care, laundry, carpool, crafts and more. I have my own SUV. I’m also CPR/First Aid certified. I also have pets & love animals—if you have them that’s great. Not to brag, but I have been called the 'most fun nanny' on more than one occasion, by both kids and adults! Energetic and friendly are how my friends describe me. I know the importance of playtime, but I also understand that there is a time and place for everything, even quiet time. I'll make sure your child sticks to their schedule and takes care of other things such as homework and bedtime routines. I am excited to meet your family!
$25–29/hr
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