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60 hourly child care are listed in Palo Alto, CA
The average posted rate is $30/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby hourly child care is 8 years
Hourly child care in Palo Alto, CA
Novita H.
Palo Alto, CA
$32-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Weekends / Evenings / Date-nights / Weekend Night-nanny Jobs
5.0
(23)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for 20 years. Work either FT or PT with 2 families. Fully experience with children ranging from newborn until teens years. I can drive children to/from preschool/activities as they get older. My typical day will be tummy time for younger child, story time, prepare meals, walk/play in park, story time in...
Novita can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Novita has been helping take care of my two boys (ages 3yo & 11mo) for the past six months. She is flexible and proactive; willing to help with any need that arises. She prepares dinner, helps with clean up, laundry, bath time, and bed time; all without requiring...
Lauren F.
Helen C.
Palo Alto, CA
$35/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey!
I have many years of experience working with children and being an extra support to families. I have experience in doing morning drop off, practice drop off, and morning/bedtime routine. I am comfortable working with all ages!
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and funny
I like working with kids because...
Helen can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Helen watched our 10 year old son for us for a date night and we will definitely use her again. She was prompt to reply when we had questions or scheduling changes. She asked questions of us in order to get to know what was expected of her and what our son was...
Alexander C.
Caring an imagination is one of my favorite things to do The ability to guide children to express themselves and generate new ideas by storytelling using our imaginations to play in creating arts and crafts together.
Erika can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a caring mother of two college aged kids and one dog.
I have been a Nanny/Babysitter for 4+ years
I currently work mornings with a 3-year-old and an infant, I work about 25-30 hours per week. I have been with this family for over 2 years. My job with them will end Aug 31, 2024 due to family members moving in with the...
Norma can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate with more than 10 years of experience working with kids both as a teacher and babysitter. I love working with kids and I am really good at making them happy. I have worked with infants, twins, teens and also kids on the spectrum. I have local references and clean driver records. I am available now and I...
Hediyeh can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
My name is Ana and I'm a mother of 4 adults kid and 3 grand daughters. I'm being a Nanny for over 23 years. I'm still working part time now and I'm looking for more hours. I'm happy to meet a new family and to be a part of their family. I love kids of any ages. Most of my experience is working with twins and I love them all and...
Skills:
CPR
Daniella M.
Palo Alto, CA
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
My Name Is Daniella, I Speak Spanish And English An A Bit Of Sign Language. I Have My Own Car.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as bubble, responsible, communicative. I like working with kids because they keep me young. I like to do arts and crafts, go to the park, have drives with their favorite music. Go through car washed with a treat and much more. I just feel like there is never a dull moment with kids and that brings me...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Karoline C.
Palo Alto, CA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a mid career professional who loves kids. I have 6 years of professional nanny experience* before completing my graduate degree and 9 years of professional work experience.
Experience coaching kiddie soccer, coordinating soccer tournaments, teaching horseback riding lessons, supervising swim and other outdoor sports and...
Karoline can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking for a family who needs either full time or part time care. I can go to your home or you could drop off at my home (north San Jose). I'm open to preschool pick up and my availability could be flexible / evening hours may be possible.
I'm a fun but firm babysitter, crunchy, and Christian, looking for a like minded...
Josephine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"The only downside to hiring Jo is no one will ever "fill her shoes". She is a warm, wonderful highly dependable, compassionate young woman. She stayed in my home (and fixed a few items!), watched my daughter and dog. The star rating does not cover what a fine...
Lisa N.
Connie M.
Newark, CA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Specializing In Infant/Toddler/Preschooler Care-Will Consider Nanny Share Positions
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Peace of mind is what I can provide any parent who leaves their child(ren) in my expert care. Using both my innate and experience related skills, I can assure that your child will thrive in a safe, nurturing and educationally stimulating environment. My expertise lies in the care of infants, toddlers and preschool-aged children....
Connie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My wife and I have never hired a caregiver and were definitely particular about who we thought would be a great fit for us and our 1 year old baby girl.
So I looked up top rated caregivers in my area of Newark and Connie populated among the top candidates. I...
Gary B.
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Sonia I am a pre-school teacher and nanny. I am looking for a full time position with hours varying between 40 to 45 hours a week. I have been working in this field for more than 30 years. I have experience working with new borns up to 11 years old's. I have an Associate's Degree in child development and have...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Sonia has been a blessing for our family. She has been so much more than just a nanny to us; she's become a family friend.
She joined us when our son was 6 months old and has been with us for more than 1.5 years. She's educated, experienced, patient and very...
Kruti S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia and I'm so excited that you're reviewing my profile. The best part of being a child care provider is forming an individual and diverse bond with every child in my care and helping them grow emotionally and intellectually while serving their individual needs. For over 7 years, I have been babysitting and...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Olivia has been a wonderful nanny for our 4 month old. She was very dependable and so sweet with our daughter. I always felt very comfortable leaving my daughter in her care!"
Rachel L.
4.6
(14)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
hello
my name is Lilian but Families call me lily!!
I am a responsible, energetic and cheerful person. Background checked, CPR certified, and have 10 years experience working with children. I love to read, sing, dance play and teach them Spanish. I also like to go to the park, walk and library! I am working a part time...
Lilian can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lilian was very kind and sweet, understanding and patient with my girl who is in a cry-baby phase! She is well trained and knowledgeable."
Ashley C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
It's time for the toddler that I am taking care of to attend preschool, and I am now looking for my next family, as a full term (40-50 hours) nanny position.
I have raised my own two children thar are now young adults in grad school. I love to take care of children, and I believe that they are the most...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lucy is a wonderful, exceptional nanny. She took care of our daughter with so much love, patience, and care. Lucy is very reliable and was always so helpful and responsive to our needs. She was with us for about a year starting when our daughter had just turned...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nayeli. I have been a nanny for over 10 years. I currently work full-time for a family in Emerald Hills. I'm looking for some extra hours (occasional date nights/weekends). I have experience with all aged children, and I'm CPR and First-Aid certified. I can provide references. Please send me a message if you would...
Nayeli can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"It's with great pleasure that I recommend Nayeli B. for nanny employment. Over the past 4+ years, Nayeli has become a part of our family and someone who we look forward to seeing each day. Some of her greatest strengths are that she is nurturing and loving,...
Bob W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Karen, I am 23 years old and I am a part-time college student.
I have a child of my own, he is 4 years old; almost 5!
I am currently looking for a part/full time job that could perfectly fit my life/school schedule!
I have 5+ years of experience working with kids of all different ages.
The perfect family for...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We love Karen! She has worked with our family for almost 2 years, and we are so incredibly attached to her. The kids adore her! She's amazing with kids, incredibly patient, always keeps the house spotless, manages the millions of tasks we have going around....
Pooja P.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a divorced woman with 3 wonderful kids (26, 19 and 14) . I speak Spanish and English , I love to go to the parks or where the kids can have fun and make friends. I am from El Salvador and I have been living in the USA for more than 22 years. I have been working as a nanny since I moved here from El Salvador
I started with...
Maria Alicia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Maria cared for our daughter from 4 months old until almost 3. We moved away or else would have been with her much longer (I cried about leaving her when we moved away). She is incredibly reliable, caring, and knowledgeable. She's very experienced with infants,...
Kelly L.
Geraldine G.
Newark, CA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I babysit kids in my house (huge backyard for play area) clean and safe home for kids. I've been babysitting for 4 years now. My CPR just expired but scheduled to get re-certified. I can occasionally spend late hours with kids in your house or even spend the night with the kids. I have reliable transportation and can provide...
Geraldine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hello everyone!
My name is Stephanie I'm currently postpartum doula, newborn care specialist with large nanny experience as well, looking for extra hours to fill up my schedule.
If I need describe me a little bit, I'm lovely, flexible and patient.
Thank you .
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She's really great with babies and super lovely, flexible of time available to work. Care your baby like hers that's so important for me."
Ana C.
Amy B.
Portola Valley, CA
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Always Excited To Meet New Families And Help Make Their Lives Easier
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Amy and I am currently finishing up at Cañada College. In September I will be doing school on semester at sea, where I will travel through Asia, europe, etc. I am looking for a family that needs a part time nanny for their children, I have worked with all age ranges while doing summer camps and controlling groups...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Amy was so wonderful with our girls ! They loved her and just wanted more time to spend with her. She is reliable, punctual and trustworthy. Looking forward to hiring her again!"
Jasmine T.
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Most recent reviews for hourly child care in Palo Alto, CA
Novita H.
5.0
Novita watched my 3 kids (6yo, 4th, 4mo) for an evening. Everyone was in bed at the right time, and the infant was well fed and sleeping well. She was calm, communicative, and even tidied up at the end of the night, which was a nice surprise when we got home.
- Nicholas E.
Helen C.
5.0
Helen watched our 10 year old son for us for a date night and we will definitely use her again. She was prompt to reply when we had questions or scheduling changes. She asked questions of us in order to get to know what was expected of her and what our son was like. We have recommended her to...
- Alexander C.
Josephine P.
5.0
The only downside to hiring Jo is no one will ever "fill her shoes". She is a warm, wonderful highly dependable, compassionate young woman. She stayed in my home (and fixed a few items!), watched my daughter and dog. The star rating does not cover what a fine young woman she is.
- Lisa N.
Connie M.
5.0
My wife and I have never hired a caregiver and were definitely particular about who we thought would be a great fit for us and our 1 year old baby girl.
So I looked up top rated caregivers in my area of Newark and Connie populated among the top candidates. I reached out to her through the site and...
- Gary B.
Sonia S.
5.0
Sonia has been a blessing for our family. She has been so much more than just a nanny to us; she's become a family friend.
She joined us when our son was 6 months old and has been with us for more than 1.5 years. She's educated, experienced, patient and very loving. Our son and we are so fond of...
- Kruti S.
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How much does hourly child care cost near me in Palo Alto, CA?
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Does hourly child care near me in Palo Alto, CA have a minimum hour requirement?
While each individual hourly child care provider may have their own standards for how many hours they want to work in order to make working worth their time, there is no set standard for how many hours you need to book. When looking for hourly child care near you in Palo Alto, CA, you can ask different caregivers if they have a minimum hour requirement for each engagement.
Ratings for Palo Alto, CA hourly child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Hourly Child Care in Palo Alto, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 60 listed hourly child care.