Sittercity helps Santa Barbara families find the best child care providers

Hello! My name is Anna and I am a nursing student at Westmont College's ABSN program. I grew up in Solvang, CA and moved to Santa Barbara for my undergrad in Psychology at UCSB. I decided to pursue nursing after graduating from UCSB because I have a passion for being of service to others, healthcare, and science. I have 4 years of experience in childcare prior to UCSB. I also have 3+ years of experience working in healthcare (prior to nursing school).

Hi, my name is Kyra, and I am currently a student at American University. I am seeking part-time and occasional babysitting opportunities, and I am also available to work as a night nanny. I have over five years of hands-on experience in child care, including regular nannying and assisting in raising my younger siblings. I have worked with children of all ages, from newborns to teens, and I have experience caring for up to six children at a time. I also have a strong background in supporting children with special needs. I am certified in baby, child, and adult CPR, ensuring a safe environment for your little ones. References are available upon request, and I would love the opportunity to connect with you soon!

I started my babysitting path when I was 12, and have become well versed with all ages since then. I am a smiley and outgoing person who is always willing to go out of their way to ensure the best care is provided to my clients. Personally, I enjoy animals, the outdoors, and socializing. I am currently a college student working towards a BS in psychology and have learned a large amount about child development during this academic journey. As a child, some of my fondest memories were with a fun and caring babysitter. I want to provide this similar positive experience for the next generation! I also enjoy the learning process and love to teach kids new things, as well as build skills they have already started on. Having fun is always a priority, but safety is always number one in my book.

Hi! My name is Jamie. I love working with children, especially babies and toddlers! Creating close, meaningful connections is very important to me, so working one-on-one with children and their families is a perfect fit. I have been caring for children for 20 years, including 8 years teaching preschool. I'm very responsible, gentle, creative, and extremely attentive to every child I care for. I have a BA in Creative Writing and certifications in Early Childhood Education and teaching yoga. I'm certified in CPR and first aid. I also have experience as a tutor and case manager. I love to nurture the incredible imaginations children have through play, art, reading, music, dance and spending time in nature. Eight years ago, I had the unique opportunity to nanny for premature twin boys for the first nine months of their lives. I discovered that I truly love caring for newborns and have continued doing so!

My name is Kaitlyn I’m a high school graduate, currently in college! I have had experience with kids working at and elementary school in a 1st grade classroom, I also got to experience a little bit with Pre-k. I love kids and I am studying to be a teacher so any experience I can get with kids I would love to do! I am comfortable with animals and I love to cook too so snack time isn’t a problem!

My name is Annette I’m a 31 yo local to Santa Barbara, and I’m looking to return to nannying after having a break, now that my daughter is going into 1st grade I’m ready to step back into it. I have over 7 years of experience caring for children from newborns to 9 years old, including working with three wonderful families — one of which I was with for six years! A little about my background: • I’ve worked closely with children who have Type 1 diabetes(I am also type 1 diabetic), referred directly through their endocrinology office. • I have experience caring for multiple children at once, including families with three kids • I’m also a mom to a 6-year-old, so creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment is second nature to me • I have access to the Santa Barbara Zoo, Sea Center, natural history museum and Botanic Garden, and love planning fun, educational outings I’m open to both part-time and full-time positions, and I’m happy to provide references. If you think I’d be a good fit for your family, I’d love to connect! Looking forward to meeting you and your little ones!

I know that my time and place here is meant to be someone whom supports, educates, and laughs with children. I know how important the tone of voice you use when talking to children, how they see you interact with the world, and how they need humans in their life that are compassionate, patient, and know how effective they can be in molding a child's way of being. I am currently a Philosophy student at UC Berkeley, working on a project that will bring philosophical discussions into classrooms and community centers. Especially in this time, children need help in making sense of everything, answering their questions that are sometimes unanswerable. I want to be that person that supports and provides comfort in the times of confusion or curiosity. I have worked with infants, adolescence, and teenagers. I have nannied infants and coach high school women's volleyball. I want nothing more than to help children, families, and the world in raising who will one day be the minds creating.

Patient, responsible and professional nanny with 5+ years of experience in Education and 3+ years as a Nanny. Enjoys caring for and working with children to promote and stimulate physical, social, emotional and cognitive development and skills. Ability to work with infants, toddlers, school-age children and adolescents. I am very nurturing, warm, caring, calm and empathetic. I love being a nanny, and part of a family team.

Hello! My name is Ash, I am 24 years old, and I love kids! I am very patient, fun, energetic, creative, kind, and responsible. I have been a babysitter for many years with a range of different-aged children. I am excellent with children and animals, fun, very patient, creative, live in a smoke-free house, and safety is my top priority. I can watch your children right in their own homes where they can feel safe and happy and I have my own vehicle. I am able to help them with homework, do light housework, and I love to cook. I and am CPR and First Aid certified, reliable, and will keep your kids safe. I started babysitting when my teenage cousins were born and have been taking care of them since and I love watching them grow up to be great kids. Later, I began babysitting for many families mainly connected by my school, church, and from/for friends. I love to bake for children, read to them, craft, play sports/games, and teach them important values, as well as having loads of fun. Thank you for your consideration and please let me know if there is any information you would like to know!

Hello! My name is Sarah-Jane (SJ), I am 24 years old and am planning on moving back to Santa Barbara from Jackson, Wyoming this fall. I was born and raised in the beautiful town of Jackson, Wyoming where I grew up hiking, skiing, and enjoying all things outdoors. I graduated in 2022 from The University of Wyoming and received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. I have been working with children for about six years and have a significant amount of experience working with all ages from 1-month-old to13-years-old. My experience ranges from babysitting, part-time and full-time nannying, mothers helper/family assistant, to working as a program assistant at a Child Development Center. I also have experience caring for multiple children (up to 12 children), as well as working with children with special needs. I am CPR and First Aid/AED certified and have received training and certification in child abuse identification, reporting, and prevention, safe, healthy, and learning environments, physical, cognitive, communication, and language development, creative expression, and positive guidance. I love to help children explore the world around them and be there with them as they learn, grow, and develop. I am also passionate about having a positive impact on the children I care for through building bonds and developing trusting relationships.