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15 in home child care are listed in Palo Alto, CA
The average posted rate is $29/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 6 years
In home child care in Palo Alto, CA
5.0
(3)
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Norma started with our family just before covid19 hit and she has been a steady force all through the pandemic. She takes care of our kids for 3 hour each evening, taking them for walks around the neighborhood, teaching them exercises in our backyard and at home,...
Satish S.
Stacy G.
Palo Alto, CA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Energetic And Caring Stay-At-Home Mom Providing Quality Child Care
Hi there! I'm a stay-at-home mom with 20 years of experience raising my now high school aged kids. As a mom who used caregivers myself, I know the importance of finding someone trustworthy and caring to share your children with.
And can you believe, I miss carpooling?
Why hire me?
--I'm experienced, nurturing, and empathetic,...
Stacy can also help with: Carpooling
Hannah C.
Palo Alto, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Relax On Your Night Out Knowing Your Kiddos Are In Good Hands!
Hi, I'm Hannah. I'm an environmental consultant who works from home in Austin and has a flexible schedule. I have experience with younger children (newborns, toddlers, elementary age), but don't mind keeping an eye out for your older children too. I absolutely LOVE to draw, and the kids I babysit always have fun doing crafts...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Julia N.
Palo Alto, CA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Julia and I'm a college student majoring in Psychology with a special interest in child development. I have experience babysitting children ages 3 to 6, and I also worked as a camp counselor in 2022 for kids ages 9 to 11. Through that, I gained valuable skills in conflict mediation, emotional regulation, and...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hello! I'm a dedicated family care partner and early childhood educator with nearly a decade of experience working with children. I approach my work with a holistic, child-led, Reggio Emilia inspired lens.
Over the years, I have learned just how important play and care are to a child's development. I see the connection between...
Sheila can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hi! I'm an experienced and dependable caregiver with over 4 years of babysitting and childcare experience in both private homes and educational settings. During college, I worked as an after-school teacher supporting first and second graders, and I love creating safe, fun, and nurturing environments where children can...
Carmen can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Hello, my name is Diana. In the past I've taken care of two children; a 13-year-old boy with epilepsy conditions and a 3-month-old baby. I was mostly home alone with the kids. I fed them breakfast, lunch and sometimes dinner, changed the kids diapers, read to the kids, go out for walks, watch educational shows together, and...
Diana can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Silvia W.
Palo Alto, CA
$27-48/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Love To Play With Children ,love To Be Outside. ,take To The Park ,motive Children,.
I am very interesting in being to your family . I Specialize in Newborn , Infants and toddler childcare . I have 15 + years the experience . I have glowing references in private homes , and references will be provided as needed . I am Tb test negative and hold certificate in CPR . My primary language is Spanish in my English...
Silvia can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
experienced nanny with experience in cleaning homes as well. willing to care for kids and play entertain them. pick after the kids
Obdulia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Thank you for considering my profile. I am a stay-at-home mom. I'm very family oriented and looking to work with a family. I am reliable, patient, responsible, and trustworthy. I enjoy the safety and security of the children. I enjoy playing games and doing activities the kids like to play. I help with homework if it is needed....
Hello! My name is Martha , and I have over six years of experience working with children at Candy Land Home Daycare in East Palo Alto. I am passionate about childcare and love creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children to grow and thrive.
While my profile is not verified due to being from Mexico, I am happy...
Martha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hello there! I'm thrilled to introduce myself as a fun-loving and trustworthy individual with a passion for nurturing young minds. With extensive experience in tutoring, coaching and babysitting, I have had the pleasure of making a positive impact on the lives of many children. I can be described as patient, respectful and a...
Riley can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Arin M.
Palo Alto, CA
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experience Outdoors Nanny. Very Well Seasoned Nanny, And Great Sense Of Humor.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I have been a nanny for 25 years, and have worked for many local families. I still work for a few local families on a need basis. I have cared for a range of ages from a few weeks old, to the happy teen years. Im always reading books about different parenting ideas, and always on the hunt for children's books that grab...
Arin can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Ana F.
Palo Alto, CA
$50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm Ana, I have been working as a caregiver for the past months. I have worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds and I am passionate about helping people and providing compassionate care and support for those who need it particularly to elderly and individuals with special needs. I am a provider and working for In-Home...
Dayanna S.
Palo Alto, CA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello Families,
My name is Dayanna, and caring for children has always been a passion of mine. Growing up alongside my mom, who has been a dedicated nanny for 30 years, I discovered my love for working with kids early on. That passion has only grown over the years, shaping my journey toward becoming a pediatric nurse in the...
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FAQs for finding in-home child care in Palo Alto, CA
How do I find in-home child care near me in Palo Alto, CA?
Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Palo Alto, CA. There are 15 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.
How much does in-home child care near me cost in Palo Alto, CA?
What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of April, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $29.87 for in-home child care providers near you in Palo Alto, CA.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in Palo Alto, CA?
You can compare 15 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.