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307 child care providers are listed in Santa Ana, CA

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years

Child care providers in Santa Ana, CA

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Beth C.


Santa Ana, CA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Your Future Nanny/Doula

5.0

(3)

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm a Postpartum Doula/Nanny. I have worked with children in all age groups for over 15yrs and have worked in 3 school districts! I have a background in Early Child Development, Music, Nutrition and Life Coaching. As a caregiver I have the greatest opportunity to nurture, teach and empower them during their developmental and...
Beth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Elizabeth was everything we were hoping for in a child care provider for our three small children. She was enthusiastic, energetic and genuinely seemed to enjoy being with the children. She watched our children while I was working from home, so I got to see her in...

Lindsay W.

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Claudia Antonia O.


Santa Ana, CA

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am Claudia, I am 20 years old and I am a student at University. I live in Los Angeles and I have had 5 years of experience working with kids from 6m old to 10-year-olds. I am responsible, dependable, and I care about your child having a safe and fun time together! I have very flexible hours and I can help with...
Claudia Antonia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Claudia is great! My kids love her. She was on time and had lots of energy to play with the kids! I highly recommend! I will definitely book her again! :)"

Dustin S.

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Stephanie R.


Santa Ana, CA

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

First and foremost, I am a mommy to a beautiful baby girl who loves to love! I am a retired certified preschool teacher, and currently working for an educational non profit as a PT basis. Before becoming a teacher I had a wide experience in working with children of all ages. I've always been passionate in working with kids, I...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Stephanie was so sweet with my 3 boys ages 5, 3, and 1. We were on vacation and she came to our hotel room with crayons and paper and was prepared to play! She was kind and attentive. My boys had a great time with her. "

Emily T.

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Elizabeth P.


Santa Ana, CA

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

Baby Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of experience. I can also work with special needs children since I have experience as a behavior technician. Currently a Early Childhood major at Vanguard University!
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Elizabeth is punctual and reliable. She is so sweet. Our baby fell in love with her right away. She's warm and friendly. Highly recommend her!"

Karla J.

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Tessa A.


Santa Ana, CA

$24-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with one family for three years now with a 13 y/o girl wand 10 months with her two younger brothers - aged 13 months and 3 years. In addition, I have had loads of previous experience with other families and close friends with babysitting, both with kiddos and adults with autism (high and low needs) and those...
Tessa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Tessa when our regular nanny couldn't make it because it was the Memorial Day weekend. She responded very quickly to our text and showed up on time. Right away she got along with my 2 year old daughter and played together. I was able to get ready for work....

Jason H.

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Brandy Z.


Santa Ana, CA

$20-28/hr1 yrs exp

Creatively, Fun Sitter, Patient,

3.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am Brandy and I have always been helping out with small children since in high school ! I raised my younger brother and I am raising my niece as well. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm...
Brandy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

3.0
"Brandy disappeared on us. Prior to this, we liked her after hiring her at the last minute for a quick babysitting job. She was prompt, proactive, friendly, and a quick learner. We had her back two or three times for last minute jobs while we worked from home in the...

Raqiyah M.

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Lauren S.


Santa Ana, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny, Tutor, Dog/Cat Sitter Looking For Part-Time/Occasional Work

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a 31-year-old professional swing dance instructor and classical vocal coach, teaching nationally and internationally. I have 17 years of babysitting experience, caring for children ages 3 months-13 years old, and multiple children at a time. I have experience working with autistic children, and several years experience...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Lauren is great! Both of my children (5 and 16 months) enjoy playing with her. No crying or complaints. She is very engaging and active with both of them. She provides me peace of mind and I don't need to worry when she is with my children. I highly recommend...

Dou-yih L.

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Gloria P.


Santa Ana, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Bilingual Nanny With College Degree!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi families, thanks for stopping by my page! My name is Gloria. I enjoy being creative. I spend my extra time on thrifting and revamping home decor. I have professional experience in nannying, leading classrooms and working in youth treatment centers for a little over 7 years. I can provide in-home child care with a safe...
Gloria can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Our family met Gloria through our kids after school program at OCEAA. She was very reliable for date nights. Our young ones were always overjoyed to spend the afternoons with her. We couldn't have asked a more caring person to help up out, thank you!"

Paul W.

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Cassandra S.


Santa Ana, CA

$23/hr8 yrs exp

Reliable And Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Cassandra. I believe that patience and compassion are the most useful skills a nanny can posses. I have nearly a decade of nannying experience with children of all ages. I began my journey at 20 years old as a live-in nanny for three little ones. Eight years and a handful of families later, I still love what I do....
Cassandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Cassy is amazing! Our 8 year old son had the best time with her. They played Nintendo, ate pizza and had so much fun. Came home and he was tucked in asleep. Cannot recommend her enough!"

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Amber D.


Santa Ana, CA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

As the oldest of three I have learned how to be responsible with my siblings and have grown to be dependable as well as trustworthy. Im personable with children and enjoy interacting and playing with them. Im very patient and caring as I have worked with many kids throughout my years of babysitting. I'm attentive to all children...
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She's a wonderful caretaker very friendly and respectful"

Sophia D.

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Nancy S.


Santa Ana, CA

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Loving Nanny With Years Of Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Nancy, and I have been taking care of children for the past eight years. My experience involves being a babysitter, nanny, special needs caregiver, live-in nanny, and daycare instructor, working with children ages 0-14 years old. I also volunteer at my local private school' s daycare and have been there for the...
Nancy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Adriana Z.


Santa Ana, CA

$30-35/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher Looking For A Full Time Job

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children from kindergarten through 5th grade. I have helped them with reading, writing, math, and other areas of need. I have supervised them in the playground as well inside the classrooms. Working as a Teacher Assistant encouraged me to get back to school and finish my career. I am a very caring...
Adriana can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Adriana was with our family just a few months but found a way to connect to our toddler easily even though he was experiencing quite a bit of stranger anxiety when she started. She is attentive, helped clean up without prompting, and very sweet. "

Stephanie D.

Hi! I haven't had much recent experience working with children but I grew up always being the family babysitter, I've worked in a daycare and I was a pre-k teaching assistant for a short time. Eventually I'd like to be a teacher myself and have kids of my own so I'm trying to get the much needed experience required for those...
Micayla can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
3.0
"I had hired Micayla to come for a working interview and agreed on a rate of pay prior to. However, when the day came, she texted me the morning of letting me know if I was unable to meet her at $5 more per hour (which is a big jump) that she wouldn't be able to...

Jacqueline H.

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Kassandra G.


Santa Ana, CA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care

I'd describe my personality as fun, creative, and adventurous. I love working with children because at times it is tiring it is never boring.
Kassandra can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lupita G.


Santa Ana, CA

$17-30/hr11 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a dedicated childcare provider with eight years of experience, I'm passionate about creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children of all ages. My journey into caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my natural ability to connect with children and positively impact their...
Lupita can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Child care centers in Santa Ana, CA

Grandma's Nursery

609 Eastside Ave, Santa Ana, CA

Grandma's Nursey is a family child day care that provides beautiful home environment to infants and children of all ages. With over 35 years of experience in child development, they are the perfect nurturing environment. Located at 609 Eastside Ave Santa Ana CA, they are open Mondays to Fridays...

Tutor Time Child Care

2709 N Bristol St, Santa Ana, CA

Located in Santa Ana, California, Tutor Time Child Care is a daycare and educational facility that caters to the needs of children. It uses the School Readiness Pathway philosophy which focuses on enhancing each child's skills based on age. Additionally, it offers enrichment programs that enable...

Discovery Learning Center

5127 W Edinger Ave, Santa Ana, CA

Discovery Learning Center is located at 5127 W Edinger Avenue, Santa Ana, California. The center provides an after-school tutoring and advanced learning program services to children from kindergarten to 12th grade. The center's operating hours are from 3:00pm to 7:00pm, during weekdays, and 9:00am...

My Mommy's Daycare

2510 S Rita Way, Santa Ana, CA

My Mommy's Daycare located in Santa Ana, CA offers Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool day care and education programs Mondays through Fridays from 6 AM to 6:30 PM. The center specializes in promoting early brain development, language, emotional, social, fine, gross motor skills with a warm touch of...

Love 2 Learn Preschool

1200 W 17th St, Santa Ana, CA

Love 2 Learn Preschool is a state-licensed early childhood center that provides its services to children and families living in Santa Ana, California. The company admits preschool and school-age children between the ages of two to twelve years old. The company follows developmentally appropriate...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Santa Ana, CA

Beth C.

5.0

Beth is a caring and conscientious young woman. She goes to great lengths to make those around her feel comfortable, loved, and accepted. Her kind and caring heart, coupled with her hard work, would make her a great match in most any care-giving situation. I whole heartedly recommend her!

- LouAnn C.

Claudia Antonia O.

5.0

Claudia is great! My kids love her. She was on time and had lots of energy to play with the kids! I highly recommend! I will definitely book her again! :)

- Dustin S.

Stephanie R.

5.0

Stephanie was our babysitter/nanny for my 3 young kids aged 8, 6, and 4. She was great with all 3 children who all have different personalities and needs. Stephanie was their favorite caretaker. She was very patient with my son, who has ADHD. My youngest child absolutely adored her. Stephanie...

- Julie F.

Elizabeth P.

5.0

Elizabeth is punctual and reliable. She is so sweet. Our baby fell in love with her right away. She's warm and friendly. Highly recommend her!

- Karla J.

Tessa A.

5.0

Tessa has been working with us for a few weeks now and we are thrilled to have found her! Tessa is punctual and quick to respond to texts. She is extremely flexible and willing to help out with all sorts of things (dog care). She is kind, gentle, and caring- our almost 2 year old daughter warmed up...

- Alyson O.

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Child Care Providers in Santa Ana, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 160 reviews of the 307 listed child care providers.