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Scarlett Romero

Scarlett Romero
Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Dec 2024

Reliable Babysitter Skilled in Crafts, Cooking, and Music

Hi! My name is Scarlett! l've been caring for my two baby sisters since they were born, so I know what it takes to keep kids happy, safe, and entertained. I love helping kids with homework, cooking, baking, and doing crafts. I also attend an arts school where I study singing and play piano. Having completed junior lifeguard training, I'm confident in my ability to ensure kids are safe while having fun. I've always loved working with kids and am so excited to bring my enthusiasm, creativity, and dependability to your family!

Babysitter $20 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Rancho Cucamonga for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

- - - - -

Nite

- - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • Water safety training
  • 10 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • 16 years old
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I am a junior in a school for the arts, which been attending for 5 years, where I balance academics with extra music classes four days a week. As a member of the leadership committee, I give tours to prospective students and parents, building my communication and leadership skills. I also teach music classes to young kids after school, which lets me share my passion for music and develop patience and creativity. My education has taught me discipline, responsibility, and how to engage with kids in fun, meaningful ways.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Micayla Burns
Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2024

Welcome message:

I have plenty of experience with children due to me having 3 younger brothers and i have had pets my whole life.

Babysitter, Parent helper $20 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Rancho Cucamonga for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

- - - - -

Nite

- - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 11 years experience working with children
    • First aid training
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 6 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 22 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking

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Sharon Mira-Sermeno
Victorville, CA

Activity summary

Member since: May 2024

Wanting more experience to work with kids (:

Currently in college, I’m nineteen, and I enjoy helping others! babysitting will teach me to understand and build a bond with kids. I wanna become a teacher in the future & my goal is to have experience with kids(:

Babysitter, Parent helper $18 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

  • House sitting
  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel within Victorville for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

-

Day

-

Arvo

-

Eve.

-

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • 20 years old
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Cooking

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Birdie Hobbs
Palmdale, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Looking for nearby homes in need of babysitting :)

Just a 24-year-old introvert looking to take care of children. I started at the age of 8 years old. I'm sorry, but I don't own a vehicle at the moment so no transportation for myself. I am hoping to become a neonatal nurse!

Babysitter $20 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Up to 5 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Palmdale for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - -

Arvo

- - - -

Eve.

- - - -

Nite

- - - -

I'm available for:

  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 15 years experience working with children
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 24 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Writing

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Isabelle Crist-Reyes
Upland, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Welcome message:

My name is Isabelle, I am a 17 year old senior in high school looking for a babysitting job. I am friendly, responsible, and great with both kids and pets. I am okay with light housekeeping and am available Monday-Friday from 3:45-8:30.

Babysitter, Parent helper $18 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Upland for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 4 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Computers

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Jamaya Jones
Rialto, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2024

Babysitter, Parent helper $20 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Rialto for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 4 years experience working with children
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Drivers license
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking

Contact Jamaya For Free

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Victoria Sanchez

Victoria Sanchez
Redlands, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

sitter in redlands california

Hello Families ! my name is Victoria Sanchez ! i’m located in Redlands California i’ve been doing babysitting for two years i have a lot of experience in it i enjoy it so much i hope one day to have my own childcare facility ! i have organization skills as well with prepping food i can be entertaining for the kids and helpful ! around the house

Babysitter, Nanny $30 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Redlands for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • 19 years old
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

about my education i’m a high school graduate i graduated in 2022 i’ve been doing child care for two years i have a lot of experience and training i’m very patient and gentle with all kids i love taking care of kids i can’t wait to have my own childcare

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Design
  • Writing

Contact Victoria For Free

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Kym Love
Chino, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2024

Welcome message:

Hi I’m Kym I am from the Ontario area and I am flexible and able to help with any of your needs I am willing to compromise on the cost and availability of me that best suited for you. I don’t have a car but I do have access of a vehicle and a learning permit. I am capable of anything from kids that need assistance, helping with meals or cleaning, to helping with pets anything you need I can do.

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $10 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • Dog walking (click for details)
  • Pet grooming
  • House sitting
  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Chino for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - -

Eve.

- - -

Nite

- - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 7 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Water safety training
  • 3 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Police check
    • Emergency car access
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I have been a TA for over 4 years working with kids attending elementary not in high school. I have experience with kids with special needs and have a good understanding of ASL. I’m currently in school so my availability is more limited but my work shows I am capable of being able to help out. My prices are low because I understand the need for looking after kids I have help raise my smaller cousins and siblings so I have a nurturing background. I’m also apart of my schools band regiment which is a big deal as it shows leadership skills. I am flexible with how much you pay as I’m working for experience and extra money but I would love to be part of your family as occasional help or even a weekend at home helper with just chores or cleaning.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing

Contact Kym For Free

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Daniella Romero

Daniella Romero
Fontana, CA

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Member since: Sep 2024

FUN KIND NANNY :)

Hi there! I’m Daniella , your friendly neighborhood nanny! With 3 years of experience, I thrive on creating fun and engaging activities for kids of all ages. Whether we’re crafting, exploring the outdoors, or having dance parties in the living room, my goal is to foster a loving and imaginative environment.

I believe in the power of play and hands-on learning, and I love incorporating educational games into our day-to-day adventures. I’m also a pro at turning snack time into a mini cooking class!

In my free time, you can find me reading, hiking, or trying out new recipes. I can’t wait to bring my energy and creativity to your family! Let’s make some unforgettable memories together!

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $22 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Fontana for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • 28 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Nature
  • Cooking

Contact Daniella For Free

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Trenaty Paisley

Trenaty Paisley
Pomona, CA

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Welcome message:

Hi, Im Trenaty! Im a 17year old high school student and have spent a majority of my life caring for my younger sister and cousins. Ever since i was younger I’ve wanted to babysit and eventually become a daycare worker. I’m now old enough to babysit so i figured why not babysit to save up for college!

Babysitter $20 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Pomona for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

-

Day

-

Arvo

-

Eve.

-

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 1 year experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Cooking
  • Computers
  • Foreign languages

Contact Trenaty For Free

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Babysitting Pay Rates Rancho Cucamonga, CA, United States (Dec 2024)

Rancho Cucamonga babysitters are paid an average of $19.40 per hour as of December 2024, which is 3.6% higher than the Californian average of $18.73, and 16% higher than the United States average of $16.73. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
Min Avg Max
Rancho Cucamonga:
$10.00 $19.40 $30.00
California:
$8.00 $18.73 $30.00
United States:
$0.00 $16.73 $80.00

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data.
Prices shown in United States dollars (USD)


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Once you have a shortlist of the best babysitters you can find, the next step is to vet them further to make sure they are who they say they are and the skills and qualifications they claim to have are valid. Follow our guides on checking babysitter references and running background checks.

Babysitting job expectations

Babysitting jobs come with a lot of expectations from both sides, in this section we look at the common things that babysitters and parents anticipate and how good communication is critical to maintaining a good working relationship where everyone knows what is expected of them.

Special occasions

There are several key dates and events throughout the year when babysitters are in hot demand, read our guides below to give you an advantage over other families who are competing with you for the best babysitters.

Babysitting difficulties

Babysitting is not always easy for sitters or parents but it should always be safe. In this section, we reveal some key warning signs that you should be looking out for to ensure that your kids are safe and being lovingly looked after whenever you're away. We also discuss the things you can, and cannot do if you suspect something may be wrong.

Babysitting admin and tax

Hiring a babysitter comes with extra responsibilities and duties because you are an employer. In this section, we discuss the various admin tasks that may be asked of you such as writing babysitting references for past employees and we also cover how this can affect your tax.