Find a Child Care Job in Carpinteria, CA

Q: How much does it cost for child care providers to use Sittercity?

Child care providers can create detailed profiles, search and apply to jobs, message with families, and book interviews for free on Sittercity. Providers have the option to pay for background checks to run on themselves to stand out to families. However, families can also offer to pay for background checks on providers as well.

Q: How much do in-home child care providers make?

According to the latest Sittercity data, nannies in the US typically charge $19.00 an hour and babysitters $17.50 an hour. But your hourly rate can vary significantly depending on the cost of living in your area, the duties and responsibilities in the job description, and your state’s minimum wage laws. There’s no perfect calculator to determine your rate, but it’s important to factor in everything you have to offer a family.

Q: Why are in-home child care taxes important?

There are a lot of risk factors with getting paid “off the books,” but there are also a lot of benefits to getting paid “on the books.” Those benefits include verifiable income, a legal employment history, unemployment benefits, social security and medicare benefits, and worker’s compensation.

Q: What career opportunities do I have as an in-home child care provider?

A nanny is a child care provider who has a regular work schedule with a family. There is a wide range of possibilities in the specifics of a nanny position and career. You could work part-time or full-time, live-in or out, temporary or ongoing for an extended amount of time. You could be an au pair, overnight nanny, or newborn care specialist. You could provide care through before-school or after-school activities or you could be a travel nanny. A babysitter is a child care provider who doesn’t have a regular work schedule with a family. There is a wide range of possibilities in the specifics of a babysitter position and career. Because your work with each family is part-time, you can work with multiple families at the same time. You could provide care through before-school or after-school activities or for nights or weekends when the family needs care.

Q: When do child care providers work?

Depending on the job responsibilities and schedules negotiated with the family, child care providers could work at any time. This includes in the morning, afternoon, evening, or at night. And on weekdays or on the weekend.

Q: How do child care providers find jobs?

On Sittercity, child care providers can browse jobs based on their zip code. They can craft their online resume by creating a detailed profile. They can apply to jobs, message with interested parents, and schedule interviews. Many providers will also negotiate a contract with families to make sure the details of the job are clear on both sides.

Q: What are things child care providers do with kids?

There are a lot of fun things that child care providers do with kids. Both indoor and outdoor activities, including arts and crafts projects, baking, sports, and field trips.

Q: How can child care providers make extra money?

There are a few ways that both nannies and babysitters can make some extra income. Nannies can be available for one-time sittings outside of their normal schedule for when families have date nights or meetings. They can also help to coordinate a nanny share with other families. In a nanny share, a nanny typically receives two-thirds of their hourly rate from each family, thereby increasing how much they make per hour. Babysitters can create relationships with more families to increase their opportunities to get hired for a sitting. Babysitters can also offer to care for kids on holidays so that the parents can celebrate on their own. Like on Valentine’s day.

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$24–28/hr
Santa Barbara, CA • 13 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Toddlers...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for two toddlers starting on January 31, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter will play, read, and engage the children in safe activities. Responsibilities include preparing light meals, helping with potty training, and ensuring a safe environment. The sitter will need a... More

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$24–28/hr
Santa Barbara, CA • 11 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a caring babysitter to look after one infant starting on January 30, 2025. The sitter will engage with the child through playtime, reading, and nurturing activities. Responsibilities include changing diapers, preparing and feeding bottles, and putting the infant down for naps. The sitter... More

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$23–27/hr
Santa Barbara, CA • 13 miles away

Wednesday evening sitter for anywhere...

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Way Collective is an inclusive contemplative community in Santa Barbara, CA. We need help with watching our kids during our weekly meeting on Wednesday nights.
The sitter will partner with a volunteer from our community to provide childcare from anywhere between 2-9 kids.
Our meeting is at First... More

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$15–17/hr
Ventura, CA • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Preschooler Monday...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for one preschool-age child. The job starts on February 17, 2025, with shifts from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday. The ideal candidate has a valid driver's license and a safe vehicle to transport the child as needed. Responsibilities include... More

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$21–28/hr
Ventura, CA • 16 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Drives Two Preschool...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a responsible babysitter to care for two children, ages preschool and elementary. The position is from February 17-21,2025. The job will be 3-4 hours from 1:30-4:30pm at the latest. The babysitter must have their own car and will be responsible for driving the children home from... More

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$21–25/hr
Ventura, CA • 19 miles away

Sitter for energetic baby girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 11:30am (flexible)

My daughter Amelia is 17 months old. My mom (who lives with me) takes care of her at home. I need a nanny Monday to Thursday mornings to give my mom a break. Diaper changes will be done by mom.

feeding, dressing, and supervising playtime. Age appropriate learning activities

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$19–24/hr
Ventura, CA • 19 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Toddler on Wednesdays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 12:30pm

We need a reliable babysitter for our toddler on Wednesdays and Fridays, starting March 17, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The babysitter must have their own car for potential outings. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, engaging in playtime activities, and ensuring a safe... More

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$18–25/hr
Santa Barbara, CA • 13 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 3:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our 6M infant on Wednesdays from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, starting on February 5, 2025 (flexible start date). The sitter will care for one child, ensuring safety and comfort- parent will be in home, but need sitter to care for infant while parent is completing other... More

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$19–25/hr
Santa Barbara, CA • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 1:00pm

We need a caring babysitter to take care of our infant from April 7, 2025, every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The babysitter provides a safe environment, changes diapers, prepares bottles, and engages with the child in age-appropriate activities. The... More

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$25–29/hr
Goleta, CA • 20 miles away

Part time (pref BIPOC) female sitter...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

Our loving family ISO a part time nanny to supoort caring for our brilliant 6 and 9 year old daughters.
The children are new to the area, as mom is a PhD student at USCB. They love arts and crafts and time out doors, nature walks, dancing, helping to cook, and games. Very limited screen time, and... More

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How much does it cost for child care providers to use Sittercity?

How much do in-home child care providers make?

Why are in-home child care taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as an in-home child care provider?

When do child care providers work?

How do child care providers find jobs?

What are things child care providers do with kids?

How can child care providers make extra money?

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