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Dion R. says "Karen is very nice, thoughtful, helpful and caring."
Johanna S. says "Paola cared for my son from age 6mo-3yr. He thrived under her care, from babyhood through to toddlerhood. He was rested, happy, well-fed, cleaned, and...
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- $30/hr
Arsemia Z. says "Olue is amazing with kids the fact that she's a mom herself makes it a bonus but I haven't met anyone more professional and caring about working with...
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- $25/hr
Selena M. says "Josie is a highly qualified and experienced caregiver to children of any age with over 30 years of experience. She has a keen awareness of not only what...
Liza A. says "She took care of my 1 year old baby for about a year. My husband and I worked and commute everyday so we needed someone we could trust 100%. We were very...
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- $25/hr
Temina M. says "Marquisha has been a wonderful babysitter for our 2 year old daughter. She spends 3 evenings each week with us. She is cheerful, playful, patient, and...
Melanie Z. says "Karen was a great help with my child. It is very difficult finding someone who is willing to not just put up but try to understand children who have ASD...
Shawn R. says "Liz was great from beginning to end, she made our little one feel comfortable and played with her by the time I got back they were best friends. "
Care Member says "Jenny was punctual and very sweet when she came to meet with our family. We ended up not needing a nanny until a later date but will definitely reach...
Gabrielle M. says "Lacey is an exceptional caregiver. She is an ideal combination of incredibly sweet and loving, while at the same time very efficient. She provided...
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- $28/hr
Alyssa L. says "Flor was lovely to work with. She responds in a timely fashion to messages and my children enjoyed their time with her. She's sat for us a couple of...
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Care Member says "We are so grateful to have had Cindy as part of our family since our child was about 8 months old. From the very beginning, she has been incredibly...
Ivan L. says "I hired Desiree during the summer of 2021 to help my family with our toddler while we brought home a newborn. Desiree was excellent at identifying some of...
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- $17/hr
Pavel A. says "Amber was amazing with our daughters, great communication, always on time, very kind, fun and patient with kids. She goes extra mile and house always looks...
Heather H. says "Lorena has just started working with our family, but she is amazing! Excellent experience, great with our daughter, totally dependable, and an all around...
Child care centers in Hayward, CA
Safari Kid Hayward 2 - Hesperian
26236 Adrian Ave. Hayward, CA
Safari Kid - Hayward
26236 Adrian Ave Hayward, CA
Care Member says "From the very beginning, Stella has been such a warm and positive presence in our child’s life. You can tell she truly loves what she does — it shows in...
Angela A. says "Angela's daycare the best service"
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295 child care providers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $25.90/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.8
Recent child care reviews from local parents in Hayward, CA
Child Care Providers in Hayward, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 198 reviews of the 295 listed child care providers
Karen R.
- Dion R.
Paola H.
- Johanna S.
Oluhlumelo M.
- Arsemia Z.
FAQs for finding child care near you in Hayward, CA
How much is child care near me in Hayward, CA?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $25.90 per hour as of January 2026. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in Hayward, CA?
Care.com currently has 270 child care providers near you in Hayward, CA. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Hayward, CA and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Hayward, CA that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Hayward, CA child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Hayward, CA, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Hayward, CA and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Hayward, CA in January, 2026?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.
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