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Bella Fratkin
Santa Cruz, CA

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Last seen: 5 hours ago Member since: Sep 2026

Reliable support whenever you need it

Hi! My name is Bella Fratkin, I am a third-year student at UC Santa Cruz studying Community and Legal Studies. I have nine years of babysitting experience and enjoy creating a safe, fun, and comfortable environment for everyone. Whether you need a reliable babysitter, someone to care for your home, or a walk your dog, I’m here to help!

Wedding Babysitter, 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)
Tweens (9 - 12 years)
Teenagers (13+ years)

Childcare duties I can do:

Light meals
Full meals
Cooking with kids
Bottle feeding
Transporting kids
Taking kids on outings
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
Administering medications
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
- Food allergies
- Diabetes
- Asthma
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) / Conduct Disorder (CD)
- Anxiety disorder
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Down syndrome
- Intellectual disabilities
- Dyslexia
- Epilepsy / tics
- Physical disabilities
- Deaf / hard of hearing
- Visual impairments
- Sleep disorders

Household duties I can do:

Housekeeping
Laundry / washing
Grocery shopping
Running errands

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:

Feeding
Pet playtime
Daily exercise for your pet
24/7 supervision
Cleaning litter boxes
Cleaning cages / bedding
Transporting pets
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
- 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

Yard work
Cleaning
Car washing
Elderly care / companionship

My availability

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

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Santa Cruz for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

Morn

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Day

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Arvo

✓ - ✓ - ✓ - -

Eve.

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Nite

✓ - - ✓ ✓ - -

I'm available for:

Last minute bookings
Overnight jobs
Full weekends
Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

9 years experience working with children
- CPR training
- First aid training
- I carry a first aid kit

5 years experience working with pets
- I'm comfortable with pets
- I have pets
- Pet owner references

General credentials:
- Email verified
- 20 years old
- Driver's license
- I have a car
- Non-smoker / non-vaper
- Covid vaccinated
- Languages I can speak: English

High school diploma- Arcata High School, 3rd year- UC Santa Cruz, CPR/AED/First-Aid Certified (National CPR Foundation), Food Handler Permit, Community Mediation Certified- Conflict Resolution Center of Santa Cruz

My skills and interests:

Music
Dance
Comedy
Reading / storytelling
Arts / crafts
Nature
Animals
Writing

Contact Bella For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

Babysitter

Parent helper

Nanny

Au pair

How many kids need care?

× 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)

Pet sitting

× Dogs

× Cats

× Birds

× Fish

× Reptiles

× Small animals

(rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services you need:

Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Pet daycare (at sitters place)

Pet boarding (overnight at sitters place)

Dog walking

× Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

× Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

× Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

× Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

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Zoey Partida
San Jose, CA

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Member since: Oct 2025

Trusted Care, Happy Kids, Peace of Mind

Hey there! I’m Zoey, your soon-to-be favorite babysitter (or so I hope!). I’ve got 6 years of experience keeping little ones safe, entertained, and occasionally convincing them to eat their veggies. I’m all about fun, creativity, and making sure your kids have a blast while you get some well-deserved peace of mind. From storytelling to silly dance parties, I’m ready to bring lots of smiles and maybe even some goofy faces. Can’t wait to meet your awesome family and become part of the team!

Wedding Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper $18/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)

Childcare duties I can do:

Light meals
Full meals
Cooking with kids
Bottle feeding
Taking kids on outings
Changing diapers
Bathing kids
Supervising swimming / water play
Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
After school care
Help with homework
Care for sick children
Administering medications
Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

Special event babysitting
Corporate functions babysitting
Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

Housekeeping
Laundry / washing

Pet sitting $18 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Other pet duties I can do:

Feeding
Pet playtime
Daily exercise for your pet
24/7 supervision
Cleaning litter boxes
Cleaning cages / bedding
Care for puppies
Care for senior dogs
Care for kittens
Care for senior cats

Dog walking $17 / hour

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

Other dog walking tasks I can do:

Dog jogging (for energetic pooches!)

Other pet services I can provide

Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
Pet grooming

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, Part-time employment.

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

Here's my weekly availability:

Morn

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Day

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Arvo

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

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:

5 years experience working with children
- Babysitting course complete
- Water safety training

8 years experience working with pets
- I'm comfortable with pets
- I have pets
- Pet owner references

General credentials:
- Email verified
- 18 years old
- Police check
- Non-smoker / non-vaper
- Permanent resident
- Covid vaccinated
- Liability insurance
- Languages I can speak: English

Hi, my name is Zoey, and I’m 17 years old, currently a senior in high school. As the oldest of 2 siblings, I’ve gained plenty of experience caring for kids, and I genuinely love it. Taking care of children has always been something close to my heart because it brings me so much joy. I’m passionate about keeping kids active and engaged, and I always come prepared with fun and creative activities to make sure they’re entertained and happy. Beyond just supervising, I make it a priority to ensure their needs are met and that they feel safe and cared for at all times. I’m also an animal love I have two dogs and a snake, and I’ve been caring for pets ever since I was little. I enjoy making sure animals are happy and well taken care of, and I’m comfortable with a variety of pets. Overall, I’m responsible, nurturing, and enthusiastic about providing a positive and fun environment for both kids and animals.

My skills and interests:

Music
Comedy
Reading / storytelling
Drawing / painting
Arts / crafts
Games
Swimming
Nature
Animals
Gardening
Cooking
Video
Design
Computers
Writing

Contact Zoey For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

Babysitter

Parent helper

Nanny

Au pair

How many kids need care?

× 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)

Pet sitting

× Dogs

× Cats

× Birds

× Fish

× Reptiles

× Small animals

(rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services you need:

Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Pet daycare (at sitters place)

Pet boarding (overnight at sitters place)

Dog walking

× Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

× Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

× Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

× Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

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Elliot Bower
San Jose, CA

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Member since: Feb 2025

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hi my name is Elliot bower i am great with kids and animals i love to play and have fun with them i also know how too cook and give kids baths i also know how to put them too sleep and for animals i like to take them on walks and don't charge a lot

Wedding Babysitter, Babysitter $15/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)

Childcare duties I can do:

Light meals
Full meals
Bottle feeding
Toilet training
Changing diapers
Bathing kids
Help with homework
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

Household duties I can do:

Housekeeping
Laundry / washing

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Other pet duties I can do:

Feeding
Pet playtime
Care for puppies
Care for senior dogs
Care for kittens
Care for senior cats

Dog walking $15 / hour

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

Other services I can provide

Cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel within San Jose for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

Morn

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Day

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Arvo

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

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:

Childcare credentials:
- CPR training
- First aid training

Pet credentials:
- I'm comfortable with pets
- I have pets

General credentials:
- Email verified
- 17 years old
- Non-smoker / non-vaper
- Covid vaccinated
- Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

Music
Singing
Comedy
Reading / storytelling
Drawing / painting
Arts / crafts
Sports
Fitness
Swimming
Cooking

Contact Elliot For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

Babysitter

Parent helper

Nanny

Au pair

How many kids need care?

× 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)

Pet sitting

× Dogs

× Cats

× Birds

× Fish

× Reptiles

× Small animals

(rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services you need:

Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Pet daycare (at sitters place)

Pet boarding (overnight at sitters place)

Dog walking

× Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

× Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

× Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

× Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Enter your location

Your full name

Your email (remains private)

I agree to the Kidsit Terms. I am 18+ years, or 16/17 years and have permission from my parent or guardian to use this website.

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Select the Services You Need

Do you need childcare services?

Babysitter

Parent helper

Nanny

Au pair

How many kids need care?

× 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)

Do you need pet sitting services?

× Dogs

× Cats

× Birds

× Fish

× Reptiles

× Small animals

(rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services you need:

Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Pet daycare (at sitters place)

Pet boarding (at sitters place)

Do you need dog walking services?

× Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

× Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

× Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

× Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Your location

Your full name

Your email (remains private)

I agree to the Kidsit Terms. I am 18+ years, or 16/17 years and have permission from my parent or guardian to use this website.

Babysitting Pay Rates Santa Cruz, CA, United States (Updated 14 Sep 2026)

Santa Cruz babysitters are paid an average of $20.08 per hour as of September 2026, which is 6% lower than the Californian average of $21.36, and 7.2% higher than the United States average of $18.73. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Santa Cruz.
1 Kid	2 Kids	3+ Kids
Santa Cruz:
$18.25	$20.08	$21.90
California:
$19.42	$21.36	$23.30
United States:
$17.03	$18.73	$20.44

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Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Wedding Babysitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a wedding babysitter to make sure the little guests are happy and the adults can celebrate stress-free.

1. Hire early

Secure babysitters well in advance, as weddings often fall on busy weekends.

2. Check experience

Choose sitters with proven childcare experience, ideally with multiple children and event settings.

3. Run background checks

Verify references, qualifications, and certifications (like CPR and first aid). See our guides for more information:

4. Ask about ratios

Make sure there are enough sitters for the number and ages of children attending. You may need to hire multiple wedding babysitters.

5. Clarify duties

Define whether babysitters are supervising during the ceremony, reception, or in a separate childcare room.

6. Provide entertainment

Ensure babysitters bring or can organize age-appropriate games, crafts, and activities.

7. Discuss meals

Plan ahead for kid-friendly food and snacks that babysitters can easily serve.

8. Set boundaries

Decide on locations where kids will stay (kids’ corner, separate room, outdoor space) and communicate rules.

9. Plan for bedtime

If the reception runs late, arrange a quiet area or sleeping setup for younger children.

10. Keep parents informed

Make sure babysitters have contact numbers and a system for reaching parents quickly if needed.

Wedding Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing wedding babysitter candidates to narrow down your list.

Childcare Experience

Have you babysat at weddings or large events before?
What ages of children do you have the most experience with?
How many children are you comfortable caring for at once?
Have you ever handled group care (crafts, games, or activities for multiple kids)?

Responsibilities & Activities

What kinds of activities would you plan to keep kids entertained during a wedding?
Are you comfortable supervising children in both indoor and outdoor spaces?
Can you manage transitions (like moving kids from the ceremony area to a kids’ room)?
How would you handle children who don’t want to be separated from their parents?

Safety & Health

Are you certified in CPR and first aid?
How do you handle food allergies or dietary restrictions?
What would you do if a child became upset, sick, or injured during the event?
How do you ensure safety in busy, distracting environments like a reception?

Communication

How do you keep parents informed throughout the evening?
What’s your approach if a child is struggling and wants their parent?
How would you handle conflicts between children?

Logistics & Availability

Are you available for the full duration of the wedding (ceremony through reception)?
Are you comfortable staying late into the evening or overnight if needed?
Do you require a set space (like a kids’ room) or can you adapt to different setups?
Do you work solo, or do you recommend bringing additional sitters for larger groups?

Personality & Fit

What do you enjoy most about babysitting at events?
How do you handle high-energy or shy children in a new setting?
Why do you think you’d be a good fit for our wedding?

Wedding Babysitter Checklist

Use this checklist to plan the perfect wedding babysitting and ensure it runs smoothly on the day.

Before the Wedding

▢ Hire babysitters early (book several months in advance).

▢ Verify babysitter references, experience, and background checks.

▢ Confirm CPR and first-aid certification.

▢ Determine how many babysitters are needed based on the number and ages of children.

▢ Decide where childcare will take place (kids’ room, kids’ corner, separate area, hotel room, etc.).

▢ Collect all parent contact information and emergency contacts.

▢ Ask parents for allergy, medical, and special needs details.

▢ Plan kid-friendly meals, snacks, and drinks.

▢ Prepare entertainment (toys, crafts, games, books, movies).

▢ Arrange sleep/quiet areas for young children if the reception runs late.

On the Wedding Day

▢ Babysitters arrive early to set up and meet parents/children.

▢ Check children in and confirm parent details.

▢ Label kids’ belongings (bags, bottles, coats, etc.).

▢ Provide age-appropriate activities (crafts, coloring, games, movies).

▢ Keep a first-aid kit and emergency numbers handy.

▢ Serve meals/snacks at scheduled times.

▢ Rotate play, rest, and quiet time to keep kids engaged.

▢ Maintain a safe and secure environment at all times.

▢ Communicate with parents if any issues arise.

▢ Check children out to the correct parent/guardian at the end of the event.