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42 available last-minute babysitters in Fountain Valley, CA

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Melisah
Booked by 2 repeat families
3 reviews
Santa Ana
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Fountain Valley, CA

Hello Parents My name is Melisah. I started babysitting when I was in 7th grade (2004). I am a middle school PE teacher. I have been a middle school PE teacher for the past 5 years and worked as an elementary PE teacher 3 years prior to that. I enjoy working with kids of all ages, including newborn babies. I am certified in adult, child and baby CPR/First-Aid/AED.

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Markie
Booked by 18 repeat families
23 reviews
Garden Grove
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 35 families in Fountain Valley, CA

My name is Markie and I am a 29 year-old with a B.A. in Legal Studies and Politics. I have just completed law school and I am currently awaiting CA Bar results. I am the middle child of 5 children and have always played a huge role in looking after my siblings. I have worked as an au pair or live-in nanny and tutor in Italy for two young children. I absolutely love children and even took several child development classes in my undergraduate career. I am also CPR certified. I have also been told I can make some amazing Mexican food dishes!

Markie! Is absolutely amazing. We will definitely be reaching out to her again. She was great with my kiddo and super friendly!

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Priscilla
Booked by 6 repeat families
4 reviews
Costa Mesa
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 11 families in Fountain Valley, CA

Hello! My name is Pri! I am an early childhood educator for years, worked in preschool as a teacher and baby sitting in the bay area. I provide baby sitting, house sitting & pet sitting. I am really patient with children and have experiences with children with special needs. I have teaching credentials in infants, toddlers and preschoolers. I can help with household tasks, drive & pick up kids from activities. I am also a nature lover who enjoy hiking, whales (especially!). Also, I am a certified yoga instructor.

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Lindsey
Booked by 34 repeat families
54 reviews
Costa Mesa
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 68 families in Fountain Valley, CA

Hello ! ! ! Graduated from the University of Alabama in 2019. I work for a real estate tech start up during the week. I have always enjoyed babysitting and love picking up a babysitting gig here and there. It has always been a fun thing for me and a great way to meet families! I began my babysitting career in middle school and since then I have worked as a mothers help, date night sitter, summer break nanny, and weekend overnight sitter. For 3 years of high school I worked at a local yoga studio in childcare, and spent three summers as a camp counselor. I have a wide range of experience with all ages throughout the past 12+ years of working for a wide range of families!

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Lindsey
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
Huntington Beach
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Fountain Valley, CA

I’m currently a college student at USC with 4 years of tutoring experience, working with students of all ages to help them grow academically and build confidence. For the past 3 years, I’ve also babysat part-time for multiple families, primarily caring for children ages 1 and up. I’ve handled infants on several occasions and would love to gain more hands-on experience with younger babies as well. I’m calm under pressure, very organized, and always prioritize creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for kids. Whether it’s helping with homework, preparing snacks, playing games, or managing bedtime routines, I’m happy to support families however I can. As a student, I bring energy and strong communication skills. I truly enjoy building meaningful connections with both kids and parents, and I’m committed to making your family’s day a little easier.

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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."

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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!"

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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 :)"

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Fountain Valley?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Fountain Valley?

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