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58 available last-minute babysitters in El Granada, CA

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62 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.50/hr

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Krystal
Booked by 11 repeat families
13 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 18 families in El Granada, CA

Hi my name is Krystal and I have been babysitting since I was about 12 or 13 and love it! I babysit children of all ages and enjoy playing outside games or even staying inside to play. In my spare time I enjoy watching and playing sports, baking, and volunteering! I have volunteered at soup kitchens, marathons, and the Ronald McDonald House!

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Maria
Booked by 208 repeat families
247 reviews
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 410 families in El Granada, CA

**Not available from Jan 17- Feb 7, 2026** Please make sure to read before booking: Hello, My name is Maria and I'm 70 years old. Yes, I understand than that's older than most nannies on here but I'm still very active and I love kids. I've been babysitting since I was young, being that I'm the oldest of seven siblings. Most of them see me as a mother figure now. I have my own kids, or should I say adults now, who are 34 and 32 years old. So I pretty much know how to raise children. I have nannied for couple families (ages ranging from 4-14), my longest being seven years with the same family. I pretty much became part of their family. I would cook, clean, watch the dog, drive her to activities, drop her off and pick her up from school, etc. I've also nannied triplets, so I'm pretty comfortable with that too. I have a great driving record and a safe, reliable Prius C. * Because I am older now, I prefer jobs that do not include driving children* Although my english isn't that great, please have patience with me, I understand it perfectly. I'm also fluent in Spanish. The past couple years, I've been a caregiver for an older couple but I have decided I want to go back to nanning. I like having an impact on kids when they're young. I'm looking for occasional jobs right now. I look forward to meeting you and your child/children.

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Paula
Booked by 8 repeat families
9 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 17 families in El Granada, CA

My name is Paula. I’m 24 years old. From Colombia, my first language is Spanish but I’m fluent in English. I have experience with newborns, infants, toddlers and multiples at the same time. (Willing to give references) I have 7 years of experience with kids and I love taking care/being around kids. I was an Au Pair. I worked in a preschool with toddlers for two years and currently I’m working with infants. I’m family oriented and care about people around me and how I make them feel. I consider myself open minded, patient, respectful, responsible, flexible, organized, energetic, kind, fun-loving and independent. I love animals, I’m okay with any kind of foods. CPR, first aid, AED certification. Excelente driving record. Non smoker. I’m fully vaccinated, Willing to do light housekeeping and teach Spanish. Thank you

“Paula was great with my 5 yr old son! They played outside a ton and walked to a near by park. He said he had a great day! Will definitely book again! ”

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Lilian
Booked by 211 repeat families
175 reviews
$32 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 384 families in El Granada, CA

Hi , my name is Liliam and I’m looking for ocasional babysitting. As you can see in my profile I have more than one hundred reviews, and I really enjoy working with kids. I'm so creative , responsible , kind , fun , friendly , so dedicate about my job and an animal lover :) If I had the opportunity to take care of your kids I will do my best to keep them safe and happy. We will have fun together playing card games , pretend games , making puzzles , playing sports , reading books , building legos, doing handcrafts , playing outside and any activity you children like.

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Jessica
Booked by 2 repeat families
8 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 8 families in El Granada, CA

Hello, I'm Jessica, a 34-year-old Brazilian currently studying Respiratory Care. My passion for caring for children began at the age of 16, looking after my cousins. I have extensive experience with infants and toddlers, although I adore children of all ages! On sunny days, I enjoy trips to the park or leisurely walks, and on rainy days, we can engage in creative activities like coloring, painting, or fort building. Outside of childcare, I relish hiking, exploring new destinations, and cherishing moments with friends. I also come with excellent references attesting to my dedication and competence in childcare.

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in El Granada, CA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $31.50
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $37.37
  • Typical job length: 4.7 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 22,965 reviews in El Granada, CA

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"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."

Marie C., parent

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"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"

Jenny S., parent

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"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"

Jesse D., parent

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in El Granada?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in El Granada is $31.50 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in El Granada.

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