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NYE Babysitters Santa Maria, CA (Contact for Free)

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Tricia Gumbs

Tricia Gumbs
Santa Maria, CA

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Member since: Sep 2025

Behavior Technician looking to gain more babysitting Experience!

Hi! My name is Tricia Gumbs, and I am 24. I moved to Santa Maria 2 years ago for a fresh start. I work as a Classroom Behavior Tech, and I'm passionate about public health science. I am in the process of continuing my bachelor's degree sometime in 2026-2027 at Southern New Hampshire University! I have a lot of experience house sitting, working with/babysitting kids ( 8-14) who have disabilities, and those who don't.

New Year's Eve Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Dog sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Other dog duties I can do:

  • Dog playtime
  • Daily exercise for your dog

Dog walking $18 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on dogs)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

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

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

Here's my weekly availability:

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Day

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Arvo

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Eve.

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Nite

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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
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

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

  • 4 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
  • 3 months 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
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have babysat for 2 years and have 4 years of experience working as a Classroom Behavior Tech.

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Nature

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

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Ava

Ava
Lompoc, CA

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Member since: Nov 2022

Welcome message:

My name is Ava or I also go by Quinn (he/they), I am an 20-year-old from Lompoc, California. I’ve always been fond of taking care of children, so when I found out that I could sign up to be a babysitter that was some thing I was immediately was drawn to.

New Year's Eve Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

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

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Medical injections
  • Feeding
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $20 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Lompoc 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:

  • Childcare credentials:
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 21 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I always ensure a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary.

I work as a chef at a hotel in Lompoc and am very happy to be considered to help watch your children or pets! Because I have a permanent job, babysitting will be my part time job.

My costs are $18 and up for an hour so I am within your price range. Contact me and let me know if you're interested! Please let me know how long you need the service :)

My skills and interests:

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

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

Contact Ava For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Babysitting Pay Rates Santa Maria, CA, United States (Updated 29 Sep 2025)

Santa Maria babysitters are paid an average of $24.48 per hour as of October 2025, which is 17.7% higher than the Californian average of $20.79, and 33% higher than the United States average of $18.40. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Santa Maria.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Santa Maria:
$22.25 $24.48 $26.70
California:
$18.90 $20.79 $22.68
United States:
$16.73 $18.40 $20.08

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Top 10 Tips For Hiring A New Year's Eve Babysitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a NYE babysitter so you can celebrate worry-free while your kids are safe and happy.

1. Book early

New Year’s Eve is one of the busiest nights for babysitters, so secure yours weeks (or months) in advance.

2. Expect higher rates

Many babysitters charge holiday premiums, so be prepared to pay extra for the special occasion.

3. Check experience

Choose sitters who are confident handling late nights and possibly multiple kids or group settings.

4. Confirm availability

Double-check that the babysitter is comfortable staying past midnight and knows when you’ll return.

5. Ask about overnight care

If you plan to stay out late, consider booking an overnight sitter for everyone’s peace of mind.

6. Provide entertainment

Stock up on kid-friendly activities, games, and maybe a little “kid’s countdown” to keep children happy.

7. Share bedtime routines

Write clear instructions so the sitter can smoothly handle bedtime even if you’re away at midnight.

8. Exchange emergency contacts

Make sure they have your number, a backup contact, and details for neighbors or family nearby.

9. Set house rules

Go over screen time, snacks, and whether the kids can stay up later than usual for the occasion.

10. Show appreciation

Since they’re giving up their holiday evening, consider a bonus, a meal, or a thank-you gift to make them feel valued.

See our complete guide to NYE babysitting for parents for more detailed information.

NYE Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing NYE babysitter candidates so you can enjoy your night out knowing your kids are safe and happy.

Experience & Background

  • Have you babysat on New Year’s Eve or other holidays before?
  • What ages of children do you have the most experience caring for?
  • Are you comfortable handling multiple children at once?
  • How do you keep kids entertained on a long evening?

Availability & Flexibility

  • Are you available to stay past midnight (and until what time)?
  • Would you be open to overnight babysitting if we’re out late?
  • How do you feel about working on a holiday evening?

Care & Routines

  • How do you handle bedtime routines when parents are out late?
  • What activities would you plan for the kids on New Year’s Eve?
  • How do you manage children who want to stay up for “midnight celebrations”?
  • Are you comfortable preparing and serving dinner or snacks?

Safety & Emergencies

  • Are you certified in CPR and first aid?
  • How would you handle an emergency if we’re difficult to reach?
  • What steps would you take if a child became upset, sick, or refused to go to bed?

Communication & Reliability

  • How do you usually update parents while babysitting (texts, calls, photos)?
  • Do you have reliable transportation to and from our home that night?
  • What would you do if you were unable to make it last minute?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy about working on special occasions like New Year’s Eve?
  • How do you keep the evening fun but still calm and structured for kids?
  • Why do you think you’d be a good fit for our family on New Year’s Eve?