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Kasey
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Carlsbad, CA

Hello, my name is Kasey I am a 32 year school contractor, previously a full-time nanny for 2 toddler boys with special needs. I am looking for families who need date nights on weeknights or weekends. I can do care during school breaks as well. I have had experience with children, ages 0 to 20plus years, specializing in individuals with disabilities and special needs. I have taken a child development class and have assisted in creating an educational preschool curriculum. I am willing to cook meals, make bottles, change diapers and help with homework. I love fun activities and am not afraid to sing, dance, and be silly with the kids. I truly believe childcare and teaching are my callings which inspired me to pursue my degree. For my pet parents, I am also an animal lover and more than comfortable with families who own pets, in fact I have my own pet sitting business as well. I am CPR and first aid certified for infants, children, and adults plus pets.

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Karlina 2 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Karlina. I’m a warm, patient, dependable, and caring person who truly enjoys working with children and helping families. I’m originally from Costa Rica and am bilingual in English and Spanish. I’ve been married for 28 years and am a proud mother of three wonderful children, ages 13, 18, and 21. I’m currently looking for a part-time nanny or family assistant position where I can use my experience as a mother, my love for children, and my natural ability to keep a household organized and running smoothly. Childcare Experience As a mother of three, I have many years of hands-on experience caring for children of different ages, including babies and infants. I’m comfortable with bottle-feeding, burping, diaper changes, preparing bottles, nap and feeding routines, and providing attentive, loving care throughout the day. I genuinely enjoy spending time with children—reading, playing, helping with homework, going to the park, and keeping them engaged in fun, age-appropriate activities. I’m also comfortable helping with: * School and activity drop-offs and pick-ups * Preparing simple meals and snacks * Children’s laundry and light tidying * Organizing bedrooms, play areas, and belongings * Homework and daily routines * Errands and general family assistance A Little More About Me I’m naturally organized, responsible, and proactive. I enjoy creating a clean, comfortable environment and am happy to help with tidying, laundry, organizing, and other household tasks. I understand that every family and every child is different, so I value clear communication and following the parents’ preferred routines and instructions. My goal is to be someone a family can truly trust and depend on, while providing their children with a safe, positive, patient, and caring environment. References are available upon request.

I’m very happy to recommend Karlina for any babysitting or nanny position. She is a genuinely caring, kind, and thoughtful person who connects naturally with children. She is experienced, dependable, and highly capable, with a calm presence that puts both children and parents at ease. She is fun and engaging, and would do a great job balancing play, creativity, and structure. Children truly enjoy spending time with her. What really sets her apart is her reliability and good judgment. She takes her responsibilities seriously, is consistently dependable, and creates a safe, positive environment for kids. She brings warmth and professionalism to everything she does. I would confidently recommend her to families looking for a trustworthy, capable, and engaging babysitter. Thank you, -Sandra

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Rita
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Carlsbad, CA

Hey! My name is Rita and for the past 15 years I’ve dedicated my time to working with children of all ages, from pre-k to high school! I have experience in babysitting, nannying, tutoring, homeschooling, educational therapy, and also as a family assistant, house manager, and dogsitter. I’ve worked as a professional nanny for 3 different families and truly loved my time with each of them. I have the most experience working with elementary school age children- 3 years old and up. My responsibilities have included driving to/from school, taking them on outings/play dates, helping them with homework, arts and crafts, doing laundry, grocery shopping/ running errands, cooking simple meals for the kids, cleaning the dishes, organizing the children’s room+toys, and bathing the children, while also getting them ready for morning/ bedtime routines. I am very nurturing, patient, and loving. I love being outdoors and being active with kids. I will make sure your kiddos are given the best care! I also have a dogsitting business and am more than happy to watch after your furry friends as well :)

Rita was great! Ver friendly, punctual and our daughter loved hanging out with her. We would highly recommend her and would definitely hire her again!

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Tanya 1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child

Hello, It is very nice to find you here. I began my childcare, elder care, and pet care services as a teenager, and I am now in my mid 50s. I love caring for others and making them feel supported. I have worked with children from infants through high school. As a teen, I was the neighborhood babysitter :-). After I finished college, I became a substitute teacher for grades K-12 and subsequently an elementary school teacher of 2nd grade. Kids are great little people! During my high school years, I was the neighborhood pet sitter. Currently I am able to go to the pet's home to make sure they are taken for walks and fed along with other needs. Dogs, cats, pet rabbits, and other furry creatures are little bundles of love. :-) My elder care experience began with my grandmother who developed Alzheimer's nearly 10 years ago. I took care of her daily living needs, cooking, errands, and social events. I have since had a number of elder care clients who need support in their living space. It gives me great pleasure to know I've made someone else's day better with my caring skills. Looking forward to chatting with you.

Tanya has helped me run my household several times in a few different capacities over several decades. She was an excellent baby sitter for my son, and I also have trusted her with house and pet sitting. Tanya is reliable, honest and a real pleasure as a person. She is kind, compassionate and attuned. I can’t recommend her highly enough.

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Sheena
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Carlsbad, CA

Hi! My name is Sheena and I can assure you my qualifications, personality, and attention to detail will make the pay worth your while. My experience ranges from all over. It began when I started volunteering at my church with the childcare center! I knew I had a passion and decided to go to college for early childhood education. I finished my schooling in 2022 and wanted to explore a teaching career. I then worked in a preschool for almost a year and a half. I became CPR/First Aid certified there and still am! I had my own T-K classroom with 24 children and loved finding fun ways to lead them to learn. This included social studies, math, science, writing, language/literacy, dramatic play, as well as social and emotional in my daily goals. When attendance was low I would “float” to different classes and spend time with all ages, giving me experience with the entire school that was varying from ages 1-2, 2-3, and 3-4. The director of the school would love to give me a great reference. I have been told I have a calming presence yet spunky character so it works out great for children and I to bond! Additionally, I have a younger sister with extreme allergies and a mom with disabilities so I can understand special circumstances and will prioritize your needs and directions with the utmost respect. I want you to know that I was raised “treat others the way you want to be treated“. I will leave an area looking better than I found it, ask questions so I get things done right, and value your family and home as if it was my own.

Sheena was wonderful with our two children!

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What does a babysitter do?

Babysitters supervise children and keep them safe while you're away. Depending on your needs, they may also help with meals, bedtime, homework, light cleanup, school pickup, or activities.

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Can I find babysitters for after school care in Carlsbad?

Yes. Families often use UrbanSitter for after school care, including pickup, homework help, tutoring, and early evening coverage. You can filter for babysitters who are willing to drive or have their own car.

Can I find babysitters for evenings, weekends, or extended hours in Carlsbad?

Yes. Families in Carlsbad use UrbanSitter for date nights, weekend plans, extended hours, and other scheduling needs. You can review each sitter's availability and experience to find someone who fits your hours.

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