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143 child care providers are listed in Encinitas, CA

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 7 years

Child care providers in Encinitas, CA

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Sheri B.


Encinitas, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

4.5

(2)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 30 yrs experienced with children of all ages reliable, caring, fun and certified in CPR, Doula, Nurses Aide.
Sheri can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

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Gabrielle D.


Encinitas, CA

$25-29/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate & Attentive Care For Little Ones

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of previous experience. I really enjoy spending time with kids and understand it takes a balance of compassion and assertiveness, based off of a parents expectations. I also have a natural ability to communicate and be present with a little one. I am happy with helping with household chores, cooking, and keeping a...
Gabrielle can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My 3 year old absolutely adores her. These days it’s incredibly hard to trust someone to watch your children but she came highly recommended by family friends. The whole experience working with her is a 10/10. Gabrielle is extremely attentive to my daughters needs...

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Sonia O.


Encinitas, CA

$22-23/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi I am a fun and energetic 20-year-old and I have been taking care of children for the past 4-5 years as a babysitter nanny and tutor. I love working with children of all ages from newborns to teens and have experience working with 2-3 children at a time. I am BLS (Basic Life Support) certified and a Certified Nursing...
Sonia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sonia is kind, compassionate and a great role model for our kids. We have 2 boys between the ages of 4-5.5. Sonia has been our babysitter for 2 years now and we could not have asked for anyone better. She consistently arrives on time, cooks for the kiddos and she...

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Elaine W.


Encinitas, CA

$31/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mother Of Four

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hello. I have paid experience since 11 years of age. Ive worked with twins, early school age & infant care. Infant care is my forte. I loved raising my four kids. I enjoy getting to know each child as an individual, not lumping them into a group. Getting to know them as who they are. I am active, creative & energetic. I like...
Elaine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Elaine was wonderful with my children. We hired here for a date night outing and she came to meet the children prior to the evening as we were from out of town. She also gave us updates throughout the evening to let us know how the kids were doing. Thank you again...

Linzy P.

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Benita V.


Encinitas, CA

$27/hr20 yrs exp

Career Nanny.

I have over 20years of experience working w/children of all ages, and have an especially soft spot in my heart for newborns. I'm very passionate about caring for children and enjoy doing it! I have been very happy working for my current family but both our needs have changed and is time that we each depart to find the best for...
Benita can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Benita (lovingly referred to as "Ita" in our home) is one of the most kind and wonderful humans I know. She has cared for our children, full time, since birth and has been the 5th member of our family for the last 6 years. She is deeply passionate about caring for...

Jessica P.

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Talia K.


Encinitas, CA

$28/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Part Time Work In Encinitas While In Graduate School.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 25 years old. I am a teacher with a masters in education, and bachelors in Human Development. I am CPR/ First aid certified. I have been caring for children for the past 7 years. I have experience with ages 7mo -12 years old. Many of the tasks I have done in my previous jobs have included pick up's and drop off's, watching,...
Talia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Talia is so pleasant and helpful. The kids love her and she is always on time."

Catherine F.

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Camille C.


Encinitas, CA

$21-26/hr7 yrs exp

Fun + Loving Sitter With Lots Of Experience!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I come from a family of 6 and have been babysitting since I was 10 years old. I have 3. 5 years of professional nanny experience. I have experience with newborns all the way to middle school aged kids. Children bring me a lot of joy which is why I am looking to watch them on the side :)
Camille can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Camille was wonderful. She was on time and my child really seemed to take to her. For being the first person outside of my family to watch him, she made me feel very comfortable with her presence in my house and around my child. She was on time with putting him to...

Elizabeth H.

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Kendell B.


Encinitas, CA

$30-150/hr10 yrs exp

Kid Lover And Fun Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! I'm Kendell, an experienced and nurturing nanny excited to bring a blend of care and creativity to your home. With a genuine passion for fostering children's development and a knack for turning everyday moments into memorable adventures, I'm here to provide a safe, loving, and engaging environment for your little...
Kendell can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"WONDERFUL HIRE HERE NOW. She took care of my sweet angel child and I came home to a smiling baby. She’s so happy every time she’s with Kendall. They drew beautiful pictures of rainbows, sparkles, and unicorns 💓"

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Jaclyn C.


Encinitas, CA

$25-27/hr5 yrs exp

Fresh College Graduate

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a BSA in Biology and certificate in Spanish for the Medical Professions. I speak Spanish proficiently and would love to upkeep this with families I work with. I have several years experience in childcare ranging from newborn - 10 years old. I am first aid and CPR certified...
Jaclyn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She is great with all 3 of my kids- 7, 4, and 2. She's super respectful of our family values and kind. I love that Jaclyn is very interactive and plays games with the boys to help them grow mentally and physically. The boys miss having her here, that's for sure!"

Jordan G.

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Lani A.


Encinitas, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Amazing Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience Looking For Full Time Job

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Rockstar nanny with vibrant/fun/loving personality and ample experience (10+ years) with children ranging from newborn to 13 years of age! Me in a nut shell: I love music, nature, dance, adventure, health and wellness, reading, sunshine, swimming in the ocean My service and offerings include, but are not limited to, the...
Lani can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Lani was an incredible babysitter/nanny for our 2 girls (ages 4 and 2). She is energetic and playful with kids and was very accommodating to all of our requests! I cant recommend her highly enough!"

Blake W.

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Monique M.


Encinitas, CA

$25-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had the rewarding experience of working with two toddlers, (3-5 years old), as well now current working as a house manager/ baby sitter with a family of 4 teens and baby sit a little dude 3 of years old once a week. My responsibilities have included meal preparation, driving, engaging in educational and fun activities,...
Monique can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Monique is amazing! She took such great care of my 5 yr old son. Would highly recommend! "

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Skyler H.


Encinitas, CA

$30-62/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! I have 4+ years of experience working as a professional nanny for children of all ages ranging from newborns to teenagers. I'm young, reliable, fun, creative and currently work as a pilot and nanny. I am able to help with a variety of things; homework, swimming lessons, creative time, errands, carpooling, and more. I look...
Skyler can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was great with my kids, both of which are usually a little fussy. She got to know them, and took them to the pool, and they had a blast. Loved having her! "

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Radha Dasi C.


Encinitas, CA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Happy To Help Them Thrive.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am dedicated to providing a stimulating, nurturing, positive space facilitating children to explore, develop and thrive. I am recognized for my industriousness and positivity. I have been the lead teacher in a toddler classroom and have substituted in infant through kindergarten classrooms. I have two wonderful children...
Radha Dasi can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Radha is so much more than a nanny, she became part of my family during her time with us. There is nobody I trust more with my son outside of our immediate family. Radha started working with us when my son was 2 months old and was full time at our home until he was...

Samantha G.

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Janelly C.


Encinitas, CA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Bilingual Nanny Looking For Part Time And Evenings! 5 Years Experience!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! I have a background in preschool teaching, I am CPR and first aid certified, child development assistant and associate teaching certified, bilingual, shots up to date, very punctual and great references. I have a degree in sociology and child development and continue to study. I hope to hear from you!...
Janelly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Janelly is very nurturing and connected very well with my daughter. I felt very comfortable with her anytime she watched her. She also took initiative to do light housekeeping after my daughter went to bed (without me asking). I would definitely hire her again and...

Alexis O.

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Denise M.


Encinitas, CA

$18-23/hr3 yrs exp

Essay Tutor / English Tutor / Reading And Comprehension Tutor

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello Parents! I am a recent graduate of Cal State San Marcos, where I earned my BA in Literature and Writing Studies. Being a recent graduate, of course, means returning to the one reliable job before getting a cozy professional one - taking care of kiddos! I have experience on care. com as a nanny during my time as a...
Denise can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Denise has been so helpful! She was quick to learn our family dynamic and our routine. Our kids enjoy spending time with her and we are appreciative of the help she provides with other tasks in the household!"

Jeannette S.

Child care centers in Encinitas, CA

Bright Start Preschool

Bright Start Preschool

1143 Wild Canary Lane, Encinitas, CA

Bright Starts Preschool is a home-based preschool located in beautiful Olivenhain, Encinitas on almost 3/4 of an acre! Here children have plenty of room to run and play. Bright Starts is a Reggio Emilia Inspired Preschool with carefully designed lessons that foster learning in a creative, warm...

The Garden Schoolhouse LLC

The Garden Schoolhouse LLC

Ivyglen Drive, Encinitas, CA

We offer a high quality, play- and nature-based early education program in Encinitas, CA. With a low teacher-to-child ratio and a unique home-meets-preschool setting, children ages 2-6 blossom while their families find the support and community they need to help them raise wonderful tiny humans.

5.0

(1)

Little Kingdom Child care center in Encinitas, CA is a state licensed child care center. It is providing a perfect balance of academic and social developmental programs to children, that is exclusively designed to give every child the highest quality of attention and learning experience to kids...
5.0
"I first enrolled my son in Little Kingdom when he was 8mo and immediately fell in love with the facility. I loved that Nancy would text me pictures of my son throughout the day so I could see what he was doing even though I could not be with him. We had to leave...

AMG


Encinitas Shinning Star Preschool

511 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA

5.0

(2)

Encinitas Shinning Star Preschool in Encinitas, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and kids from six weeks to five...
5.0
"This school is the best & they have a new smaller sister school in Oceanside also."

Lana


Olivenhain Country Preschool

448 Rancho Santa Fe Rd, Encinitas, CA

4.0

(1)

Olivenhain Country Preschool in Encinitas, California provides a safe, loving and nurturing environment where children can grow and develop skills needed for future academic success. The school serves children from 7 weeks to 4 years old and offers infant, toddler, preschool, and junior kindergarten...
4.0
"Overall great facility but the staff seemed to turnover quite a bit there in the short six months my son attended. Kids definitely get dirty there, so if you're a clean freak this is not the place for you. Carrie is amazing and truly cares about the children's...

Danielle H.


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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Encinitas, CA

Gabrielle D.

5.0

My 3 year old absolutely adores her. These days it’s incredibly hard to trust someone to watch your children but she came highly recommended by family friends. The whole experience working with her is a 10/10. Gabrielle is extremely attentive to my daughters needs and is an awesome play buddy for...

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Sonia O.

5.0

Sonia is kind, compassionate and a great role model for our kids. We have 2 boys between the ages of 4-5.5. Sonia has been our babysitter for 2 years now and we could not have asked for anyone better. She consistently arrives on time, cooks for the kiddos and she is always ready to engage. Sonia...

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Elaine W.

5.0

Elaine was our nanny for 5 years. She is extremely reliable and punctual, as well as very flexible and accommodating of our hectic schedule. She was an indispensable part of our daughter's early development and taught her baby sign language, the alphabet, numbers, as well as helped potty train...

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Benita V.

5.0

If you are looking for your one in a million nanny, Ita is it. She was with us for 3 years and an absolute God Send! Our family is really sad to loose her, but she will bless another family I’m sure! Her experience in infant care and the transition to toddler crazy is top notch. I have to say that...

- Care member

Talia K.

5.0

Talia is so pleasant and helpful. The kids love her and she is always on time.

- Catherine F.

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Ratings for Encinitas, CA child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.9 / 5

Child Care Providers in Encinitas, CA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 75 reviews of the 143 listed child care providers.