Find experienced child care providers in Santa Barbara, CA

Hello! My name is Alondra. I graduated a year ago with a degree in Spanish, and I plan to get my teaching credential this year. I love working with children of all ages. I'm currently babysitting a 4- month-old baby and a 6 year old. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

Hi! My name is Trishia, and I’m a senior at UCSB. I’ve worked with kids in many different settings, including volunteering at several elementary schools in Santa Barbara and coaching at summer camps for three years with students ranging from first grade to high school. I’m also pursuing a minor in Education because I’m passionate about working with kids and hope to continue making a difference in their lives in the future. I am CPR and First Aid certified!

I love being a babysitter because I really enjoy spending time with kids and discovering all sorts of interesting things. It brings me great joy to learn alongside them and it makes this job incredibly fulfilling. I have several years of experience working with children, having been involved in children’s radio programs since I was nine years old, leading music workshops and school concerts. For babies and toddlers from birth up to three years old, I provide daily, age-appropriate activities focused on early childhood development, including motor skills such crawling, walking or talking, autonomy skills, and daily care such as feeding, hygiene, and learning what they can safely eat. I love using music and movement with them, and I’m always researching and learning whether it’s about child development, nutrition, or body movement. This allows me to always think like a child and connect with them at their level, which is the best way I can support their growth. I also like guiding them through values I learned at home since I was little with helped me a lot as a person. Since I was a child, I have been deeply interested in the world of arts and music. From the age of 12, I have been learning to play instruments like the jarana, piano, ukulele, and I perform basic skills in guitar and Latin percussion. Since I was 6, I have also danced folk and Latin American dances. Additionally, since I was 9, I have been part of a radio program, so I am a radio host and do voiceover and radio presenting. I have also been studying to become a jazz singer for two years. I absolutely love dancing, painting, drawing, and creating crafts. I also love cooking; I have learned a lot from my mom. Since I was 12, I have been deeply immersed in a traditional musical genre from my hometown, and I continue to grow my knowledge in that style. I consider myself a nature lover, and I am passionate about teaching kids the importance of caring for the environment. I have and I feel that I connect easily with children. I also have a lot of patience, which I have found is the key to all of this work that I love, and I have been driving since I was 14 years old.

Hello, I’m a young college student who loves working with kids. I have worked with kids of all ages for different reasons. I also have experience with differently abled children and adults. I am very open minded and I will always try to be flexible when I can. I am always available to meet beforehand to make sure I’m a perfect match to care for your family.

Hi! I am a third year studying film and theater at UCSB. I am originally from Indiana, where I have 2 younger siblings. I believe this is where my love for children comes from, for I have always thought of my siblings in a maternal way. Thus, I started babysitting in 8th grade for it was the only job that truly sounded appealing and exciting to me. Ever since then, I have babysat and nannied throughout my summers and during the school year on weekends and nights. I genuinely love working with kids and hope to work with yours :)

Hi! My name is Hailey, and I’m a college student at the University of California, Santa Barbara, majoring in Psychology & Brain Sciences and Philosophy. I have 9 years of hands-on childcare experience, including working as a live-in nanny, and experience with children with physical and developmental disabilities. I’m passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where children feel supported so they can grow with confidence! I’m experienced in managing daily routines, preparing meals, assisting with homework, and planning age-appropriate, engaging activities that support emotional, social, and developmental growth. I have extensive experience working with children of all abilities and am comfortable supporting adaptive needs, therapy plans, and behavior management strategies. I am calm, dependable, patient, and enthusiastic! I prioritize trusting relationships with both children and parents. I’m CPR/First Aid trained, highly organized, and committed to providing attentive, compassionate care. I would love the opportunity to support your family and be a positive presence in your child’s life!

My name is Magdalena Tripoli, and I am currently a freshman at UC Santa Barbara. I have various prior experiences working with children in many aspects, including teaching and supervising young children, to childcare for individual families. I have a great passion for children and honestly miss my work with children now that I am in college. I have worked as a swim instructor for three years (ages 9 months- 16 years old), so I am a lifeguard and cpr certified (pediatric and adult). I have been babysitting for at least 5 years, but as of last year, I had about three families I consistently babysat for, which included taking public transportation together to school & activities, cooking meals, cleaning ect. I have experience working with children on the spectrum. I have worked at an after-school program, as well as a daycare (ages 2-5), where I led activities, reinforced positive behavior, and changed diapers. All of these opportunities have helped shape my love for children as well as my ability to be the best person I can for young children to look up to and come to for help, reassurance, nurturing, and fun. These experiences have strengthened my ability to create a positive, structured, and supportive environment for young children. I would love to have the opportunity to bring my experience and skills to you and your family!

Hello, My name is Pilar and I’m an experienced and reliable nanny. I have 15 years of professional experience working with children in home and school settings. I have reliable transportation and experience driving kids. I also have 18 ECE units and am CPR certified. I am up to date on vaccinations and happy to provide references. I can be reached by phone at 805.259.9376. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Hi there! I’m Angie:) Being a sitter is the most awarding experience. I love connecting with the families and giving my help when needed. I have 4 years of babysitting experience, as well as swim safety experience. I am adult and child CPR certified, and also American Red Cross first aid trained. The child’s safety is my number one concern so I will always be prepared. I am currently in school for my clinical psychology degree, with a child psychology focus. With my skills at hand, I am well equipped for the duty’s of babysitting, and to make sure the child, whatever the age, has fun while I’m in charge.

Hi! I’m Nicole! I’m a happy, fun-loving detail-oriented mom of 3 teenagers. I own a children’s resale boutique in town and one of the things I like best about it is interacting with the kids and their families! I work in my shop only part time and now that my kids are older I’ve found that I have time and love to give to families that need a little help or a break or a date night! I love animals and so pets in the home are a bonus for me. I’m also very happy to help with meal prep or tidying up if I’m at your home. I love the parks and the beach and I’m willing to take kids for walks or on outings. I’m happy to help with homework too. I love board games and coloring or drawing and playing dolls or Legos or imagination games or doing anything that the kids like to do. I’m fit so I can keep up With them on bikes or scooters or even just racing around outside. I truly enjoy being silly with kids of all ages and enjoy having fun and engaging with them at their level. Newborns to teens… I love all the stages! I was a full time nanny before and during my tenure at UCSB and started babysitting as soon as I could as a young girl. I think it’s because I have a lot of love to give and my family of origin is very small so I have enjoyed being part of the families I work with. After UCSB I worked in both educational and residential facilities with severely emotionally disturbed teenagers and learned so much about behavior management and caring for children who need extra support. That was truly an educational experience for me and has positively impacted my relationships with children and as a parent myself. What else? I’m punctual, thoughtful, I have a strong work ethic, and I do what I commit to doing! I have a positive outlook on life and that shows in all I do! Let me know if you think I could be of help to you and your family! ❤️☺️