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71 available babysitters in San Diego, CA

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Anastacia
Booked by 27 repeat families
39 reviews
La Mesa
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 57 families in San Diego, CA

Hello Parent(s), I am Anastacia, your caring, attentive and respectful childcare provider. A mother of two sons and a devoted wife. I am a certified Childcare Provider and a Registered Behavior Technician. My interest in caring for children is one of my dearest passion, which started with me volunteering at my older son’s Elementary school to substitute for his teacher. My professional experience spans over a 10 years period. I am experienced in caring for 2mos olds to 12years olds, multiple age groups at once and twins. Being an adventurous person, I would definitely take the child(ren) on walks/outside if permitted. I love assisting parents by being a roll model to the ones in my care during their early years of development and encouraging milestone achievements. During my spare time I am involved in Community Service, sewing and hiking and cooking meals from other cultures.

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Sydney
Booked by 33 repeat families
47 reviews
San Diego
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 73 families in San Diego, CA

Hi! I’m Sydney :) the kind of sitter kids adore and parents trust. I’ve babysat for over 50 families and nannied for 5, from snuggly newborns to too-cool teens (and everything in between). Whether your child is shy, energetic, sensitive, or strong-willed…I meet them where they’re at and we always click. I’m big on fun, but even bigger on safety. I know how to soothe a baby, handle meltdowns like a pro, and keep older kids engaged (yes, even without screens!). I also have experience with special needs, including autism. I show up on time, I communicate clearly, and I’ve been asked back by almost every family I’ve worked with. Most even skip the app and text me directly now! Looking forward to meeting your family and bringing some extra joy (and calm!) to your day. — Sydney 💛

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Taylor
Booked by 4 repeat families
4 reviews
San Diego
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 9 families in San Diego, CA

hello! My name is Taylor. I am 26 years old and have over 10+ years experience in babysitting, nannying and day care work with children ranging from infants to middle schoolers. I love being able to hang out with the kids & help them in any way possible! I currently work as a behavior technician with children in schools! As a behavior technician I implement ABA strategies to help children! I’m good at engaging children through multiple activities in order to meet their educational & physical needs. I am CPR certified and first aid certified! I am also fully vaccinated! I am interested in a occasional nannying position. I am located in San Diego! I am able to start ASAP!!

Taylor is the best. 2 minutes after meeting her I felt so comfortable leaving my 3 month old with her. My daughter had a great time playing with Taylor every day. Taylor really helped us out over a period of 2 weeks where we needed childcare. I only wish we could use her full time. We will definitely be asking Taylor to babysit again!

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Candie
Booked by 103 repeat families
112 reviews
San Diego
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 197 families in San Diego, CA

***I have both COVID shots and am fully vaccinated. am extremely COVID conscious, and take the safety of all my clients seriously. I will wear a mask around your family, and as that you do the same around me.**** My name is Candie and I have over 20 years of childcare experience. Currently I am a full-time professional nanny for 3 school-age kids, but have experience with all age-groups. I started out watching my siblings, moved onto the church nursery, and the church pre/afterschool center. I have been a live-in nanny and worked with several families as a full-time nanny. I have a bachelors degree and 2 master degrees. Being a professional nanny is my chosen profession and career. I am currently own a consulting agency for all things baby. I am a newborn care specialist, Certified Passenger Safety Technician (CPST), trained postpartum doula, and babywearing educator. I am an active member of the San Diego Nanny Connection, and many national nanny groups as well. I absolutely love taking care of kids and seeing their bright and shining smiles. With infants I am experienced in cloth diapering, breast milk management, vegan/vegetarian diets, sleep training, baby wearing ), feeding, and infant sign-language. For older children, I am experienced in, several discipline methods, planning developmentally appropriate activities, such as letters, numbers, colors, shapes, language development, and pre-reading, and potty training. I am CPR/first-aid certified, have a clean-driving record, and background check, 5 star reviews, and professional references. I can also take care of pets, including feeding, walking, and giving medications. Currently I am available for evening and weekend babysitting. I look forward to meeting some amazing families in the area! *Sitter Policy* - I would prefer a 3 hour minimum - I base my budget on my hours booked, therefore cancellations impact my budget. Cancellations 48 hours in advance will have a 1/2 of the amount of hours booked fee. Cancellations less than 24 hours in advance will owe the entire amount for hours booked. Special circumstances and emergencies of course will be taken into consideration.

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Brennan
Booked by 3 repeat families
3 reviews
San Diego
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in San Diego, CA

I am a caring and reliable individual looking to help out families when I am available. My primary experience is with infants and toddlers but, I have babysat/nannied for ages 2 mos-16 yrs. I graduated from the University of San Diego with a BA in Behavioral Neuroscience and then spent most of 2022 traveling abroad. I love animals and enjoy going for walks, spending time at the beach, traveling, and caring for children! :)

We’ve hired Brennan twice now to watch our 3.5 year old and our 1.5 year old, and she’s been kind, dependable, and professional! She jumps right in as soon as she arrives, maintains routines, and asks all the right questions! Our 1.5 year old has separation anxiety, but she felt comfortable in Brennan’s very capable hands! Highly recommend!

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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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Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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What's the best way to find a last-minute babysitter in San Diego?

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Can I find babysitters for after school care in San Diego?

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 San Diego?

Yes. Families in San Diego 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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