Find experienced nannies in Santa Barbara, CA

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.

I know that my time and place here is meant to be as someone whom cares for and laughs with other humans. 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 they are continuously molding a child's way of being by how they interact with them. I am currently a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in the area (#163458), slowly building my private practice. As I build my caseload, I am available for either one-off needs, consistent date nights, or temporary help. If something more consistent fits with my private practice schedule, I’d love to do that too! 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 cared for infants, young kiddos, and teenagers. Outside of my clinical work with kids and teens, I have nannied infants and young kids, and coached high school women's volleyball. I want nothing more than to help children, families, and the world feel safe, resilient, and cared for.

Hi My name is Kiara! I just moved from San Diego Santa Barbara to work as a mental health therapist. I’ve loved working with kids in the mental health field, but my journey really began in 2016, where I was a lead at a day care. Since then, I have worked as a nanny, baby sitter, and tutor with kids of all ages experience, mostly in the 2-10 range, but infants, teens, and multiples as well. I have worked for over 20 different families through various placement companies and love getting to meet new kids! Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns, I would love to connect (:

Hi families! 👋 I am reliable and experienced nanny with experience all aged from newborns to teenagers, from 1 child to 5 kids in total. I care deeply about safety and nurturing the kids. Supporting them to grow and thrive!

I have 5+ years of experience. I am a responsible, caring, and dependable caregiver with experience working with children of all ages through substitute teaching and student teaching.I also taught preschool for two years. I enjoy creating a safe, positive, and engaging environment where children can learn, play, and feel comfortable. I am patient, organized, and able to handle daily routines, homework help, meals, and activities while ensuring children’s safety and well-being. Families can count on me to be reliable, attentive, and dedicated to providing quality care for their children. I have experience with ages 1yrs-13yrs old. I have my CPR and First Aid.

Hii! I’m Mackenzie I’m 18 years old and just moved to SB for college at SBCC! I was a nanny for 4 years all through out high school as well as also having a restaurant job so I’m super good at balancing my time and being responsible, I also have great hustle and can work through any difficulties with children. I love to hang out and play basically doing whatever makes your kid happy (while also being safe) and making funny jokes.

Hi, I'm Audrey! I have over a decade of experience working with kids of all ages through babysitting and working in recreational and educational settings. I'm an involved sitter and enjoy engaging with children through any activities and play that they're interested in! I can help out with meals, bedtime routines, and anything else involving your kids.

Hello, my name is Concepcion. I am a mature and experienced childcare worker. This month will be my 30 year working in childcare and I am excited to continue with my career; helping children and families and making a positive difference. I have 12 ECE units and total of 74 college credits. I am friendly and approachable, I enjoy doing activities with arts & crafts, engaging and encouraging children to think about the world in a positive manner. I will start conversations in an age appropriate manner to help them better understand their environment. I encourage learning through fun activities and outings. One main priority is safety while in my care. So, I’m very aware of my surroundings and I will check around areas to make sure everything is safe and or, correct any problems. I’m a good problem solver and working as a team with parents is very important to create a healthy environment. I have worked with the SB School District as a teachers aide and sometimes as a substitute teacher. I also worked as a live-in nanny for 1 1/2 years. I had worked at the SB Athletic club for about 8 years working with children but we were laid off in March 2020 due to the pandemic. Recently, I worked as a full time nanny. I can provide excellent references. Thank for reading my profile and for your consideration. Please feel free to contact me, I look forward to hearing from you. Best, Concepcion Villarreal 805-570-8334 mobile

Hello! My passion throughout my life has been with children. I grew up helping with the neighborhood children and the childcare at my church. As soon as I turned 13 years old, I was babysitting around the neighborhood and the rest is history. During my time at SBCC, I was a manger at Natural Cafe and later became a Montessori Teacher's Assistant in Goleta. When I got into CSUN, I moved to Northridge and continued to be a caretaker for families, working with children ages 1-16 years old. After I got my bachelor degree in Deaf Studies (I am fluent in American Sign Language), I was a preschool teacher for 6 years at a Montessori in Calabasas. During this time I was also a travel nanny in the summer for some of the families at the school. Now I am back home in Santa Barbara and looking forward to helping families any way I can! I am happy to cook, clean, do laundry, tutor, entertain, take care of pets, make lunches for the next day, drop off/pick up from school or extra-curricular activities. I am excited to connect with you!

Hello! I am from Ukraine and have been residing in the states for 8 years now. Taking care of kids is more than a job to me; it is a commitment to be a helpful partner to parents + to invest in children, help them thrive in day-to-day situations and grow in character and excellence. I have worked with kids in non-profit organizations, as well as a nanny with 3 families (with 5 kids under five for 2 years, a little girl 8 months - 3, 5 years of age, a little boy 2-9 months). Currently taking care of a 5-months old girl. I love to combine taking care of kids (planning their schedules, making meals, organizing their spaces, homeschooling, styling them etc) with keeping home areas nice and neat. My clients are often business owners, so I learned and enjoy working with kids independently, if needed. I am trustworthy, a self-starter. Got BA in Teaching and MBA. I will be happy to be helpful to your family and become a valuable friend to your child!