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

352 child care providers are listed in Santa Cruz, CA

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 6 years

Child care providers in Santa Cruz, CA

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Zara C.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hello, My Name Is Zara, And I'm Looking For A New Job!

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I'd describe my personality as extroverted, happy and adventurous I like working with kids because it brings out my creativity and allows me to make a positive impact on their lives. I love helping them and creating happy memories that they won't forget I'm looking for a job that has a flexible schedule because I want this...
Hey, My name is Trinidad, thanks for taking the time to read about me! I've been working in childcare for over four years, with children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I'm calm and friendly, which helps kids feel comfortable around me. I focus on learning through fun, whether it's indoor games or outdoor activities....
Trinidad can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I am a recent graduate of Cal Poly home for the summer in Santa Cruz. I worked in both a foster home and an elementary school and this provided me with a keen understanding of kids' social and emotional needs. I think listening provides the foundations of a healthy relationship as well as consistency. I believe in spending time...
Keelan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello! My name is Kayla! I have 2+ years of experience working with kids in school districts and am currently employed as a Behavior Interventionist and an After School Program Teacher. I'm looking to fill my weekends taking care of awesome kiddos! I'm also available every weekday after 6:00 p.m. Let's get in touch!
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Andrew! I'm currently a senior at ucsc getting my degree in environmental science. I offer a range of services including pet care, tutoring, and running errands. I am a hardworking empathetic, and trustworthy person with a passion for helping others. I have a strong background in academics being top 10 in high...
Andrew can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Lauren W.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Lauren. I am a 31-year-old Stay At Home Mom to my 7-year-old son and 4-year-old daughter. My son is in school M-F. I am looking for work where I can bring my daughter along for a few months. Starting in August, she will be in school as well as my son. Before being a SAHM I worked at a private school where I...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Hi! I'm Holly, a 27-year-old mom of a beautiful 7-month-old baby boy. I'd consider myself a creative fun girl, who also loves some structure and organization. I have my bachelors in History with a minor in child development, with the goal to hopefully become a teacher (eventually.) I love kids, I love learning with them, hanging...
Holly can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

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Diana H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Adventurist, Silly, Great Listener, Helper

I've been working with kids all ages for about 3 years. I was a cabin leader 3 times throughout high school and I helped raise my niece since she was a baby , Another side job I have if with my mother is house cleaning, I've been working with her since I was 12 so am pretty good on keeping the house clean.
Diana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning

Rose B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$22-27/hr10 yrs exp

Experience And Trustworthy Nanny

I had working for more than 10 years caring kids , I really enjoy their interactions with them , my own grandkids are in Spain so I desire to help moms P/T caring the best treasure in this world , our kids , I am Bilingual Castilian Spanish and English , having a great references through the years , thanks have a great day .
Rose can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

I am a 20-year-old Female college student, I love kids and watching them grow as individuals. I am an active person so I love doing activities while babysitting or with people my own age.
Montanna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Ashley G.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Flexible Sitter For All Ages

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I currently work at an elementary school as an after school program coordinator and am unemployed over the summer. I am also a certified trauma informed childrens yoga instructor with lots of experience in social emotional learning. Besides being a mother for the last 8 years, I have babysat since the age of 14, worked...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Experienced mom of 10-year-old twins and 13-year-old son looking to give loving and interactive care to a newborn or infant in my home.

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

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Child Care Providers in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 210 reviews of the 352 listed child care providers.