Find a last-minute babysitter in Occidental, CA

Hi! My name is Natalie and I am currently attending graduate school online. I adore kids and have over 10 years of childcare experience across nannying, daycare, mentoring youth in foster care, and as a Crisis Counselor at a mental health program for teens. I truly enjoy working with any age group, with the majority of my experience being with ages 2-17. My favorite thing about working with younger kids is getting to witness their imagination and creativity, and for older kids, I love to witness them come into their true identity as they find their place in the world. While my personal approach to childcare is inspired in part by the RIE technique (which emphasizes respect, emotional attunement, independence, and allowing children space for authentic exploration and unstructured play), I have had the opportunity to work with such diverse families that I tend to begin my approach by asking the specific family I am working with what their needs are and what they are wanting from me, as I have received very different answers to those questions over the years! However, I do value time outdoors, limited screen time, and self-directed play. In addition to childcare, I also have extensive experience caring for pets, including cats and dogs, and can hold other tasks such as household chores, errands, transportation, meal prep, homework help, and organization as needed. Families I have worked with often describe me as patient, dependable, communicative, and highly intuitive with children. I genuinely enjoy building meaningful long-term relationships with both kids and parents, and creating environments where children feel safe, respected, and free to be themselves!

Hello! My name is Alexa, and I am 21 years old. I am currently attending Santa Rosa Junior College finishing my third associate’s degree and preparing to transfer. I am passionate about staying active, engaging with my community, and building meaningful connections with others. I pride myself on being patient, kind, and understanding. With years of experience caring for children, pets, and maintaining family homes and landscapes, I have developed a strong sense of responsibility and attentiveness. Beyond my experience, I truly enjoy helping others and creating positive environments wherever I go. I would be more than happy to provide the care and support your family needs. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!

Hi, my name is Estefany, and I am currently a second year student going to third year at Sonoma State University. I am offering child care, senior care, and help with household errands. I have several years of babysitting experience caring for children from ages 2 to 17, and I am comfortable working with different age groups and personalities. I am patient, responsible, energetic, and always make communication a priority by asking questions, confirming instructions, and being dependable and on time. I can help with driving, errands, cleaning, and creating a safe and positive environment for families. I also had some experience with senior care and am always open to learning and gaining new experience. I had a valid Driver’s license and pride myself on being a good listener and someone families can trust. If my availability does not completely fit your schedule, I am always open to communicating and trying to make things work.

I have been a preschool teacher for 5 years and it's my dream job. Working with children is the most rewarding thing I've ever done. In addition to my experience, I have 30 units of college coursework in Early Childhood Education. I've worked with both adults and children with learning and behavioral differences and am kind, compassionate, and nurturing. As a mom of two teenagers, I know how hard it is to trust someone to take care of your children. I have excellent references from 4 different preschools including a nature school, Waldorf preschool, and the Multicultural Children's Center here in Santa Rosa. I am currently a teacher at a large family farm and daycare. I am comfortable taking care of animals. Cats, dogs, farm animals...I love them all! In my spare time, I love to get outside and hike and swim. I'm an avid concert/theater goer as well. I hope to hear from you!

Hi, I’m Jazmine! I’m a caring, responsible, and dependable childcare provider with four years of experience working with the City of Healdsburg’s Early Childhood Education (ECE) Program. I also provide babysitting services for guests staying at Hotel Healdsburg, h2hotel, Harmon Guest House, and The Madrona in Healdsburg, CA. I take pride in providing families with reliable, high-quality childcare so parents can relax and enjoy their time knowing their children are in caring hands. I truly enjoy working with children and creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment where they can feel comfortable and cared for. I especially love arts and crafts, playing games, and finding fun, age appropriate activities to keep children entertained.