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Find child care providers in Santa Cruz, CA that you’ll love

340 child care providers are listed in Santa Cruz, CA

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 6 years

Child care providers in Santa Cruz, CA

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Saia M.


Santa Cruz, CA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Saia, Your New Nanny.

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Hi! I'm Saia, a responsible big sister of three who loves working with kids and creating environments where they can learn, grow, and have fun! I have grown up babysitting all throughout high school and recently worked as a camp counselor at Camp Galileo Berkeley for kids ages 4-12. I am passionate about art, reading, and nature...
Saia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
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Briok Y.


Santa Cruz, CA

$19-30/hr7 yrs exp

Im A Loving, Kind, Fun Person,i Love People And Want To Bring Happiness And Fun Into There Lives..

Hi! I live in capitola with my 16-year-old daughter, my husband and my beloved dog Hannah. I have 7 years of experience working with kids, I previously worked at a childrens museum for several years. During this time, I learned so much about kids and wore many hats. While working there I taught art classes, Helped teach...
Briok can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ashlynn H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Your New Handy Helper!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting/caretaking for 6 years, and I absolutely adore working with all kids. When working I love to incorporate as much fun and creativity as possible, all while maintaining a safe and educational environment. In addition to babysitting, I am also a certified lifeguard and swim instructor, so if you want your...
Ashlynn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Taliya O.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30-40/hr5 yrs exp

Light Of Sunshine, Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Taliya and I've been an care provider for 5 years. I have experience with infants, toddlers and adults with special needs. My care giving journey started with being my mother's respite nurse in 2016 to 2018 and since then I've branched out to working with children. I am First-Aid and CPR certified along with...
Taliya can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

First Aid

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Estelle M.


Santa Cruz, CA

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Nanny

I love working with kids! With my experience as a medical assistant in a Pediatrics office, I was able to learn how to handle tricky situations and de escalate issues when handling with children. I love spending time with them and being a helping hand to busy parents!
Estelle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sydney P.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

College Student Looking For Summer Work

Psychology and education student at Bryn Mawr College, searching for work while I am home for the summer!
Hi, my name is Rosie! I recently moved to SC and I'm looking fill in my schedule, particularly with some evenings and weekends. A little about me: I grew up in Maine but have been working in Santa Barbara as a live-in nanny for the past four years, as well as nannying in Maine for about five years before that. I got my AS...
Rosazel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Suzanne R.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Family Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am looking for a nanny/family assistant position close to Santa Cruz. I love working with children and I have chosen this as my career. I am a professional nanny having worked with nanny agencies for many years. I have had two long term placements through agencies. I have experience with children from newborn to teen. I...
Suzanne can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

First Aid

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Lisa A.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Kids Are The Sunshine And Laughter Of Life

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi y'all, My name is Lisa from Santa Cruz I have over 10 years of experience working with kids from infancy to toddlerhood and teens. I'm a patient , kind and fun loving person. I'm the mother of an amazing 23-year-old who graduated from college a year ago and I found myself with an empty nest. As a result I'm back to working...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rachel F.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Companionate Nanny Skilled In Personalized Support

I'd describe my personality as playful, curious, and supportive. In my spare time, I like to make art, boulder, tide pool, and swing dance. I'm looking for a job that allows me to work with kids and study to be a Pediatric Occupational Therapist. I started working with kids when my childhood home was converted to a preschool!...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
As a caregiver, I want to make a positive impact on children's lives. With six years of experience, I'm skilled at caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to preteens. I love playing educational games, exploring the outdoors, and supporting their growth. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I follow the parents' lead in...
Jocelyn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello, my name is Halean! My passion is supporting families by providing reliable care for their children. I have gained a lot of caregiving experience over the years. I have a total of 5 years of paid babysitting experience, and I have helped raise my 9-year-old brother growing up. I'm great at creating a safe and nurturing...
Halean can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Fiona S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

I'm passionate about caring for children, and with nine years of experience, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your little one. I have completed early childhood education coursework and hold current First Aid and CPR certifications. As a patient, calm, and creative individual, I enjoy...
Fiona can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Kaylee N.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

I'm a creative and friendly childcare provider with 8 years of experience and a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My caring nature and imaginative approach make learning fun and engaging. I value open communication with parents and follow their preferred methods to discuss their child's day or any...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Macy S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$17-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Macy and I am 21 years old. I am currently a psychology student at UCSC, and plan to move forward with my education and pursue a career in child psychology, as I have a true passion for working with kids. In my spare time, I value keeping active and living a healthy lifestyle. I love to cook as well as hike and...
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Margot F.


Santa Cruz, CA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Margot F.

Hi! I am a senior in Biology at UC Santa Cruz! I grew up in Berkeley and helped take care of my three cousins from 1 years old until they were 13. I love being outside and making art and I've always felt very comfortable with babysitting. I also speak Spanish nearly fluently and can communicate with bilingual kids or help kids...
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Hailey G.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! I am currently a undergrad student at UC Santa Cruz studying for a Bachelors of Science in Computer Science and Engineering. I have experience with children of the ages 3 months- 10 years old from babysitting in my hometown Palm Springs. I would love to help out the local families here in Santa Cruz! I am able to drive...
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Ashley Y.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-27/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! I Am Looking To Babysit Around The Oxnard/Port Hueneme Area! I Speak English And Spanish!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In my spare time, I like to garden, play badminton, and play with my cat! One thing you should know about me is that I am passionate about education! I love learning many various subjects but my favorite has to be biology. I have 3 associates degree in biology, general math, and general education. I am working towards a...
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Laurie H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

I have 20+ years of experience as a professional educator and Nanny. I lived in Hawaii where I was an elementary school (grades K-3) teacher for 12 years. I started my professional Nanny career with an agency in Hawaii as well. Since I returned to California in 2008 I have worked full time for high profile families in the Bay...
Laurie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Trustline Certified

Early Education

CPR

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Mya G.


Santa Cruz, CA

$18/hr2 yrs exp

My Experience

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, positive, and responsible! I like working with kids because they are bundles of energy and I learn something new in childcare everyday. They keep you on your toes and alert. I'm looking for a job that connects me with children and works with my schedule as a college student. I started...
Mya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep

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

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Child Care Providers in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 143 reviews of the 340 listed child care providers.