Hi, I’m Betsy — a reliable babysitter and pet care helper you can trust!
With years of experience caring for my younger cousins, family members' kids, and pets, I know how to create a safe, fun, and loving environment. Whether you need help watching the kids, walking the dog, or keeping things calm while you're away, I’ve got you covered. Friendly, dependable, and great with both little ones and furry friends!
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.
I can travel within Santa Rosa for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
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School holidays
Overnight jobs
Full weekends
Vacations with the family
Live-in with the family
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
6 years experience working with children
10 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
General credentials:
Email verified
19 years old
Non-smoker / non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English and Spanish
I’m an experienced and dependable babysitter with a strong background in caring for children of all ages, especially through years of helping with my younger cousins and family members’ kids. I create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel comfortable and parents feel confident.
In addition to childcare, I also offer pet care services. Whether it’s feeding, walking, or simply keeping your pets company, I’m attentive, gentle, and responsible. My experience with both kids and animals has taught me patience, flexibility, and how to handle any situation calmly and kindly.
Patient, Playful Nanny Who Brings Laughter to Learning
Hi Families!
I’m an imaginative nanny with four years of toddler experience, and a knack for bringing a little enchantment into everyday life. I love creating playful worlds, silly stories, and crafts that spark curiosity—and I’m especially good at coaxing out those big, contagious belly laughs!
Whether we’re building blanket fort kingdoms or exploring the backyard like it’s a secret forest, I try to make each moment feel special. I blend calm guidance with creativity, helping little ones feel safe, joyful, and free to be wonderfully themselves.
Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $30/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
Cooking with kids
Transporting kids
Taking kids on outings
Toilet training
Changing diapers
Bathing kids
Supervising swimming / water play
Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
Before school care
Preparing school lunches
After school care
Help with homework
Care for sick children
Care for twins/multiples
I'm available for events
Special event babysitting
Corporate functions babysitting
Wedding babysitting
I can provide special needs care
Care for special needs kids
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Down syndrome
Intellectual disabilities
Household duties I can do:
Housekeeping
Laundry / washing
Grocery shopping
Other services I can provide
Elderly care / companionship
My availability
I'm looking for Part-time, Full-time employment.
I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Cotati for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
4 years experience working with children
CPR training
First aid training
General credentials:
Email verified
32 years old
Driver's license
I have a car
Non-smoker / non-vaper
Permanent resident
Languages I can speak: English
I am in the process of renewing my CPR certification.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of St. Helena for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
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School holidays
Valentine's Day
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
I have pets
General credentials:
Email verified
22 years old
Driver's license
I have a car
Non-smoker / non-vaper
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English and Spanish
I am a theology and communication student, at PUC. I have worked with kids before on a church level with children's ministry, adventurers, pathfinders, VBS, sabbathschool and have babysat in the past.
Hi my name is Hannah, I’m very professional and will provide exceptional care for your children. I have extensive experience looking after children of all ages, having worked in day care as an au pair, a nanny looking after newborns. I will assure you that your children in a safe and loving hands. While also providing a fun and stimulating environment.
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Full-time employment.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Healdsburg for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
School holidays
Valentine's Day
Full weekends
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
12 years experience working with children
CPR training
First aid training
First aid training for babies
10 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
General credentials:
Email verified
24 years old
Police check
Non-smoker / non-vaper
Languages I can speak: English
Caring and enthusiastic babysitter/ dog sitter with multiple years of experience and education. Patient, adaptable and comfortable with watching all ages. Hoping to better take advantage of my skill set in a hands on caretaking role.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Healdsburg for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
8 years experience working with children
Registered carer
CPR training
First aid training
Working With Children Check (WWCC)
General credentials:
Email verified
28 years old
Languages I can speak: English
Dedicated and compassionate early childhood and youth program educator with over seven years of experience creating safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environments for children ages 2–12. curriculum planning, activity leadership, and building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Holds an Associate Teacher Permit and a strong commitment to supporting children’s learning and social–emotional growth.
I am a junior in high school with a 3.6 gpa. I have spent 2 summers watching my 3 nieces from ages 4 and up. I have also recently been house / dog sitting for family friends. I have a reliable car.I am very good with kids and animals and would love to help you out!
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Healdsburg for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
Valentine's Day
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
6 months experience working with children
2 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
General credentials:
Email verified
17 years old
Police check
Driver's license
I have a car
Non-smoker / non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
I am a junior in high school but have spent 2 summers watching my 3 nieces from ages 4 and up. I have also recently been house / dog sitting my family friends
Hi there! My name is Camila Rauda and I’m an incoming Senior at Healdsburg High School. I’m a very community involved student and love meeting and helping people out. My dream is to be a nurse and I believe these experiences will help me reach that goal. I love working with kids,the elderly, and pets.
Hello Families!
I would love to help you with your childcare needs for any upcoming events or weekend carefor your children.I have a Bachelors Degree in Child Development and currently work as a counselor. I am a parent of an adult child but have always loved babysitting and helping families. I also enjoy organization and helping busy families out with tasks to make their lives easier. I adore infants and very young children.
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Healdsburg for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
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:
40 years experience working with children
I'm a parent
Bachelor of early childhood education (completed)
20 months experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
General credentials:
Email verified
62 years old
Driver's license
I have a car
Non-smoker / non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Liability insurance
Languages I can speak: English
I have a Bachelors Degree in Child Development and curretly work as a counselor. I am a parent of an adult child but have always loved babysitting and helping families. I also enjoy organization and helping busy families out with tasks to make their lives easier. I adore infants and very young children.
Babysitting Pay Rates Santa Rosa, CA, United States (Updated 14 Dec 2025)
Santa Rosa babysitters are paid an average of $23.50 per hour as of December 2025, which is 12% higher than the Californian average of $20.98, and 27.1% higher than the United States average of $18.48. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Santa Rosa.
1 Kid
2 Kids
3+ Kids
Santa Rosa:
$21.36
$23.50
$25.63
California:
$19.07
$20.98
$22.88
United States:
$16.80
$18.48
$20.16
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