Find a babysitter in Ranchita, CA

I started babysitting when I was 12 and have continued to throughout my life. I’m a 50 year old mother of two boys, 22 and 20 and we had a dog and multiple cats along the way. I worked at gym daycares when the kids were little as well as traded babysitting with friends with kids. I myself was raised with a younger sister and many animals including a pony, dogs, cats, fish, birds, a bunny, turtles and rats. I spent my summers at our families ranch in Northern California which has horses, cows, dogs, cats, peacocks, turkeys and pheasants. All in all I’ve had the joy of enjoying and taking care of many children and animals through the years and look forward to doing the same with yours.

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.

Hi! I’m Thais, 32, originally from Brazil, now a permanent resident in San Diego - CA. I’ve been caring for kids for the past 8 years, starting as a full-time nanny and now babysitting on nights and weekends around my marketing job. I’m right at home with bottle feeds, nap schedules, snack time meltdowns, and all the fun. What I care about most is that your kids are safe, happy, and looked after, not just watched. I keep things playful when they’ve got energy to burn and calm when it’s time to wind down. Bedtime routines, mealtimes, screen limits, whatever your house rules are, I follow them. Being a former full-time nanny taught me to stay steady when things get hectic and to really communicate with parents. You’ll hear from me if anything comes up, and I’ll leave you a quick rundown of how it went. I’m reliable, and I show up on time. I’m comfortable driving and happy to travel to you. I also love pets, so a dog or cat in the mix is a bonus, not a problem. Feel free to reach out with any questions. I’d love to meet your family. My Facebook is:[removed] I’m happy to provide references. Thank you!

Hello, My name is Shelby and my passion and purpose is supporting children of all ages and abilities. I am a mother, wife, Education Specialist, special education advocate, and former behavior specialist. I have previously taught general education 2nd- 5th grade, life skills, an extensive support needs class, and mild/moderate special education within the public school sector. As a former Behavior specialist of 6 years, I have experience working with children of different ages, abilities, and special needs. I currently hold 3 CA teaching credentials-a multi-subject credential (K-6) , a mild/ moderate special education credential, and an extensive support needs credential. A bit about me: I absolutely LOVE being a mother and watching my daughter grow 🌱.I enjoy cooking, traveling, teaching, advocating, and spending time with my family. Fun fact: I hold an MA in Special Education 🧩 As a caretaker and educator, I strive to create a safe, engaging, and positive experience for children by getting to know each child and their individual needs/ interests. I also enjoy providing engaging age-appropriate activities for children. Everything from sensory bins, balloon animals, watercolors, bubbles, and board games! My availability best suits families in need of childcare on the weekends, in the evening, occasional date nights, special education advocacy specializing in IEP’s, and play-based social opportunities for our little ones to socialize (29 months). Please feel free to set up an interview, check my availability, or inquire about specific dates for an upcoming event. Best, Shelby

Hi! I’m Adrienne (Baumi) Colbert' (pronounced co-bear). Fully Certified Emergency Backup Sitter | Serving SD to LA Certifications: Fully certified in BLS, NRP, CPR, and First Aid. Experience: 20+ years in childcare, Full spectrum doula and traveling student midwife. Availability: Emergency backup and last-minute care only (no recurring roles). Location: Traveling between San Diego and Los Angeles (local if I apply!). Same-Day Bookings: Contact me between 4:00 AM and 5:00 AM for urgent needs (if I am available). Punctuality: Early morning alerts ensure I prepare and arrive on time. Background: Student midwife with an advanced pediatric safety background.