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Babysitters in Scotts Valley, CA

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Eliana R.


Aptos, CA

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Eliana and I have had experience caring for children, ages ranging from 4 months to 12 years old. For my occupations, I go to school part-time and work full-time caring for children. Ensuring children are in a safe environment and have everything they need to get them through the day is my priority. Respect,...
Eliana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Eliana watched my 17-month old son while I worked (both in-office and remote). She is very nurturing, patient and incredibly fun. My son would jump up and down with excitement when he would see her each day. I am so grateful to her for taking such good care of him....

Allison B.

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Brianna S.


Aptos, CA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver, there's no greater joy than seeing children thrive. With 10 years of experience, I've had the privilege of supporting families by providing a safe and nurturing environment for their children. My passion for childcare stems from my positive babysitting experiences and my genuine desire to make a difference in...
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Brianna did a wonderful job cleaning my home. She is a great communicator and arrived on time. I highly recommend her to help you with cleaning and organizing your home. "

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Kendra D.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Super Nurse Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 29 years old and am registered by the state of California as a Registered Nurse. Healthcare Provider CPR, PALS, ACLS, NRP, ONCC and IV certified. I also have multiple references along with a full clear background check. Special Skills Include: Fluent in American Sign Language and Tutor in all levels of math/science grades...
Kendra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Kendra is a responsible, delightful, intelligent and warm professional. I met her in my classes when she was an undergraduate. I recommend her highly."

Cate M.

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Rachel G.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Evenings/Weekends/Date Night Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have spent most of my teenage-early 20's as a nanny/babysitter. I am use to watching two to four kids at a time. I have three nephews and a niece that I love and watch a couple times a month a long with a couple of other families. As a nanny I loved to take the kids to different parks, water parks, swimming pools, bike rides,...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Rachel was our nanny for our 3 and 5 year old for nearly a year. She was an amazing caregiver who was sweet, caring, attentive, and very responsible. She always kept the kids busy with fun activities like arts and crafts, riding bikes and scooters outdoors, taking...

Laura S.

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Rena D.


Santa Cruz, CA

$27-40/hr10 yrs exp

Playful And Experienced!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

If you are looking for a responsible, patient, playful, and experienced caregiver, then give me a call! I have extensive childcare and teaching experience. I love outdoor excursions and am very energetic, but also enjoy soft reading time, imaginative play, and crafts. I have years of baby - toddler care experience, and have...
Rena can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
"Rena was great! She was exactly what my nine year old daughter needed. "

Faith C.

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Sydney W.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny/or Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Sydney. I am a 26-year-old female, who has a deep passion for kids and creating. I am a 500 Hour advanced Yoga Instructor and surf instructor. I worked at the YMCA care center for two summers, where I was a lifeguard and swim instructor for kids of all ages. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I love arts and...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sydney was very good with my then 6 month old son. She always found ways to interact and play with him and he was very fond of her. She took any direction well and kept him on his schedule . She always arrived on time and was flexible with my changing needs. She...

Traci M.

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Madison S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

I Am A Recent UC Berkeley Grad Looking For Child Care Opportunities.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm currently looking for families to babysit and/or private tutor for in Santa Cruz. I have experience as a profession tutor and elementary after school teacher at Lazear Charter Academy. I've worked with kids for over 8 years now. I worked for the Alameda parks and recreation department for four summers, leading games...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Madison has been tutoring my son. He realizes enjoys is sessions with her. She keeps it fun and really connects with him. We recommend Madison to anyone looking for someone dependable and caring!"

Shawna A.

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Catherine M.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30-35/hr8 yrs exp

Happiness Enthusiast!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have nearly 10 years of experience taking care of children all ages, from newborn to teenagers! I love to ensure kids are happy by playing their favorite game, doing craft projects, playing outside, and more. I am happy to help with light cooking and cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, and pet sitting. When I worked for an...
Catherine can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Cassy is the absolute best! She is not only incredibly responsible, but she is very personable too. She isn't just there to watch your kids. She creates opportunities with fun activities and games and really entertains them. She genuinely takes an interest in...

Ann R.

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Emily K.


Santa Cruz, CA

$23-29/hr10 yrs exp

Hi!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I like working with kids because they amaze me with how smart they are! I was very nearly a preschool teacher and I absolutely love watching that age group figure out how things work and problem solve. Older kids are great to work with because they generally want to help out if there's younger kids and if not then we get to just...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Emily took great care of our 11 months old baby when we were on vacation in Santa Cruz. It felt really safe to leave him with her and we would definitely hire her again if we come back :)"

Matilda W.

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Nicole S.


Aptos, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/tutor (All Ages & Special Needs).

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have babysat children since I was 12 years old all the way through my college years. I am wonderful around kids; with babysitting, I have experience with babies as young as 6 months to high school age. I have even worked with a few school districts tutoring special needs kids (aged 5 through college) and am ABA trained...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Nicole is very sweet, punctual, and reliable. I would definitely recommend her to other families!"

Angie A.

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Emma G.


Felton, CA

$28/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! A little about me... - Associates Degree in Environmental Science - Great with all kinds of house pets. From reptiles to furry friends! - I don't mind helping out around the house, such as light cleaning/tidy up, food prep, running errands etc. - I love any activity that includes the outdoors, I will make it a...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We love Emma! Sadly we had to part way because my family moved away, otherwise we would have been with her forever! She is extremely reliable and a great communicator. If she had an appointment I would know well in advance. Not only is her communication great, but...

Cori C.

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Kenneth G.


Aptos, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Family Assistant/ Odd Jobs/ Pet Care/ House sitting/ And More

I have worked with a variety of children in a variety of settings since 1994. First as a tennis coach for kids, then as a Residential Treatment Counselor for 10+ years, in-home Autism Therapist, as a Family Assistant on a large estate in Santa Cruz for 9 years, and as a special needs caregiver for 6+ years. I am currently a...
Kenneth can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Mary S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Childcare

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I provide thorough loving supervision for the child at all times. I am skilled at feeding transporting and general care. I have many activities and games up my sleeve to engage the child to take an interest in life fully. To look deeply, lovingly and thoroughly at all aspects of each moment. I enjoy being a kind influence that...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Mary became a loving, caring part of our family when my daughter W. was still only 4. She was always punctual and smiling with a new game or artwork or project to engage my daughter. I found her to be fun, trustworthy and capable in many areas. She's quick to...

Joan F.

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Laura E.


Santa Cruz, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter, Pet Sitter, Personal Assistant And House Sitter Available Part Time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am available for the occasional evening, and am not looking for part or full time caregiving. I am an experienced caregiver, trusted driver for providing "kiddo taxi" transport, tiny house owner and student going back to school in 2020. From watching infants starting when I was 12, I have cared for all ages, toddlers up to...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Laura has been nannying for my three kids, ages 4, 7 and 10, for a little over a year. She has been so wonderful to my children. I have loved that she brings a fun, creative and positive energy. She is creative with dinners and finding ways to introduce healthy...

Ashley C.

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Marsea M.


Soquel, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Child Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am available in November! I'm finishing up with a family as their Nanny and personal Chef. I have enjoyed caring for their little one since she was 6 months old. She will start preschool when she turns two. I also spend one evening a week with an elderly Alzheimer's client. Included in my work history is experience as a...
Marsea can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Marcie has been an incredible nanny for our daughter over the past 1.5 years, and we cannot speak highly enough of her! From the very beginning, Marcie quickly became a trusted and beloved member of our family. She has a natural gift with children, always bringing...

Care member

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Natalia G.


Capitola, CA

$25-28/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm Natalia, I'm from Colombia , I'm 25years old, I love outdoor places. I'd describe my personality as outgoing- easygoing , patient , smiling , talkative, independent, autonomous. I like working with kids because it's an opportunity to explore myself , being more creative and for sharing knowledge. I'm looking for a...
5.0
"We hired Natalia to take care of our 4 month old baby, and she has been absolutely wonderful to work with. She is very responsible, always right on time, and gets back to us right away. She came with plenty of experience as a previous au pair, and it shows in how...

Care member

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Channing B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$23-25/hr9 yrs exp

Childcare Giver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a 21-year-old student attending The University of California, Santa Cruz. I am originally from Los Angeles where I have worked in childcare for over eight years. My mother is a preschool teacher, which means I have grown up surrounded by younger children and always had the opportunity to be a helping hand. Every summer...
Channing can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Channing helped me during a very difficult time with my colicky, high needs baby. She was so helpful, sweet, and a joy to be around. She was great with my (at the time) 3 month old. She helped my sanity stay in tact! 😆 Would definitely trust her with your kiddos!"

Caitie A.

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Stephanie B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Looking For Occasional Jobs And Full Time 1st Week Of April

I have been working with kids in different settings (daycare + nannying) for a little over 6 years now. I'm CPR certified and bilingual Portuguese/English, I do have my own transportation. I have extensive infant experience on bottle feeding, nap routine, engaging activities/outings, solid introduction and I felt comfortable...
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

First Aid

5.0
"Stephanie is highly reliable and brings her warm, loving nature to your home and children. She is extremely motivated and creative and helps nurture both of those qualities in your little ones even as early as 4 mths. You will not be sorry, you and your little one...

Care member

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Molly B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

A Little About Me

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Molly, I am currently 20 years old studying at UC Santa Cruz. I have babysat kids of all age ranges for over 8 years. Having been Waldorf educated since elementary school, I love finding creative ways to connect and have fun with kids away from screens. Some of my favorite activities to do with kids are crafts,...
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Molly is a very responsible care provider, on time, reliable, professional, pleasant and personable. My grandson loved her. "

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Jade S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Jade, I'm 22, and live in Long Beach. I'm a psychology major and have some early morning classes this semester, but the rest of my schedule is all clear! I've been working as a nanny since the moment I turned 18. I have two years of experience working in children's theatre and am skilled in creative and educational...
Jade can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I was nervous to use this site but really needed last minute help for a date night. Jade was such a lifesaver. My kids loved her and she left our house cleaner than she found it! Will definitely be using her in the future. "

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Scotts Valley, CA

Eliana R.

5.0

Eliana watched my 17-month old son while I worked (both in-office and remote). She is very nurturing, patient and incredibly fun. My son would jump up and down with excitement when he would see her each day. I am so grateful to her for taking such good care of him. I highly recommend Eliana.

- Allison B.

Brianna S.

5.0

Brianna was amazing with my two boys. She played games with them, talked to them and they were very happy. I definitely will be hiring again!

- Care member

Kendra D.

5.0

Kendra is great with our 10 month old. She has a great attitude and can be fun and stimulating or comforting and get him down for long naps. She is dependable and trustworthy. She is also great with our two dogs who can be a handful. We're lucky to have her!

- Jessica K.

Rachel G.

5.0

Rachel was our nanny for our 3 and 5 year old for nearly a year. She was an amazing caregiver who was sweet, caring, attentive, and very responsible. She always kept the kids busy with fun activities like arts and crafts, riding bikes and scooters outdoors, taking them to the swimming pool,...

- Laura S.

Rena D.

5.0

Rena did an maxing job with our 3 kids. She was very engaged with the kids, including a lot of enrichment activities. Would hire her again in a heartbeat.

- Care member

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