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Lisa
Booked by 1 repeat family
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Encinitas, CA

SAHM who has a side hustle as a pet services caregiver. Providing top notch pet care for over 13 years. I have experience with all breeds and sizes of pups that allows me to give the best care possible. I also provide dog walking services outside of the home. I am a huge dog lover and just love my job!! I am unique in that I also have experience with senior care and an interested in pursuing offering senior services. Have been looking after my aging parents for over 15years. I would be interested in providing services to run errands, cook meals, or just provide drop in services for companionship. I do have experience with hospice care as well. Due to my time caring for my elder parents I have a big soft spot for our senior community.

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Candice
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$26 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Encinitas, CA

Empty nester Mom experienced raising my own kids as a stay at home Mom whom were two years apart. They’re now college graduates. I currently nanny a sweet toddler whom I have nannied since she was 8 weeks old. Her family’s needs are changing, so my availability is opening up. I have joined many beautiful families that I still keep in touch with! I am available on occasional Mondays. If commit to scheduled days with your family, I require guaranteed pay. 6 hr/day minimum. If you want someone that has experience raising her own children as a stay at home Mom, and has helped many lovely families, reach out! I will provide the best loving, patient and attentive care. I know just what they need to feel happy, safe and fulfilled when Mom and Dad need to work. I have volunteered in elementary and middle school in both of my kid’s classrooms when they were growing up. I was Room Mom for many of those years. I was Team Mom for their sports, and very involved helping organize my daughter’s Club volleyball teams every year. I worked as an Instructional Assistant for Temecula School District for several years. Needless to say, I have lots of experience with kids from infants on up. I’m patient, nurturing, and really love children. i have assisted several families in sleep training their babies with the successful Ferber method. I have my Associate’s degree in early childhood education. I love to teach and watch children learn and flourish. I’m loving, attentive, patient, very clean, healthy and happy. Message me for detailed availability. I accept work in clean households only. I don’t mind disorganized, but it at least must be clean. Clear background check, and CPR & First Aid Certified. Non smoker.

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Rita
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Encinitas, 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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Paige $20 per hour for 1 child

I have 3 years of babysitting experience and have always loved creating a fun, safe, and supportive environment for kids. Most recently, I've worked at The Little Gym for over a year and a half, where I've helped children ages 1-12 build confidence, learn new skills, and have fun through movement and play. In high school, I also spent 2 years in Crossage P.E., where I traveled to a local elementary school to teach P.E. to 1st and 2nd graders. As a first-year college student, I bring a lot of energy, patience, and responsibility to care giving. I'm very protective, dependable, and genuinely enjoy connecting with children of all ages. Whether it's helping with homework, playing games, keeping routines on track, or simply being a positive role model, I love being someone kids feel safe and excited to be around. In addition to childcare, I'm also very comfortable caring for animals. I've grown up around fish, large and small dogs, cats, reptiles, and even insects, so I'm confident working with a wide variety of pets. During my previous babysitting jobs, I regularly helped with household chores and cleaning, and I also prepared meals for the families I worked with. I'm always willing to help around the house however I can. I also have my own car and a valid driver's license, which allows me to commute reliably and provide transportation if needed.

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Pietra $30 per hour for 1 child

Hi dear parents! I’m known as Pia and I am dedicated babysitter/nanny with 4 years of experience caring for children of various ages. CPR certified and skilled in creating engaging and educational activities, preparing balanced meals, and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment. Reliable, attentive, and able to manage multiple responsibilities while ensuring the well-being and happiness of the children in my care.

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Can I find babysitters for after school care in Encinitas?

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

Yes. Families in Encinitas 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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