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26 in home child care are listed in Santa Ana, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 5 years
In home child care in Santa Ana, CA
5.0
(13)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
HOME AWAY FROM HOME
Hi! I am a stay-at-home mom who has been providing loving child care from my home for 25 years!
I provide nurturing, safe and reliable care for infants and toddlers in a small group environment (max3) I have many local references and I have experience with newborns, special needs, twins, digestive...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I found Kimmie after my baby wouldn't sleep at a different day care. Day one with Kimmie he slept! What a godsend. She is dedicated to really spending time with the kids, doing activities with them every day, and teaching them early childhood skills. She is very...
David A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
If you are looking for the ideal person to lovingly and responsibly care for your little ones, I have a lot to offer! I have 10 plus years of experience and will help with light housekeeping and crafts/activities. I am CPR certified with First Aid for infants, children and adults. My commitment is to support a calm, positive...
Theresa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Exceptionally pleasant and professional.
Theresa did an awesome job watching over our baby, and keeping us updated throughout the day."
Care member
Hanna Y.
Santa Ana, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(24)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 43 yr. Korean American. I've many years of experience with young children. I've taught preschool 0-6 years of age at a daycare center. I've also did nanny work for 10 yrs. now and babysitting work since I was in HS. I've 20+ years of experience. I also love to read, play games and interact with a child. I love to see a...
Hanna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hanna has been with us since my son was 4 months old. He is now almost 3 and I have a one year old daughter. She is punctual, trustworthy, communicative, and helpful. She helped me sleep train my son and works with me on schedules, feeding, and helps with kids...
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4.6
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love children and I am a very loving, honest, caring and responsible individual. I have over 15 years of experience working with children and Seniors. I am a safe driver, I am always punctual in picking kids up from school and getting them home safely. I enjoy driving children to their practices (karate, ballet, soccer etc.)....
Irma can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Irma and she was such a blessing to us and our family. She took excellent care of my son and helped us tremendously when we were transitioning to a new location. She was our angel. Her childcare skills are superb. She goes above and beyond her call. She...
Jessica R.
Hannah V.
Santa Ana, CA
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an extremely energetic and warm sitter who enjoys being outdoors, exploring creativity through arts and crafts, intellectually engaging via reading, interactive games and more. I am also very adaptable to different home environments. I have truly enjoyed being a babysitter for it can be such a rewarding experience learning...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah worked for our family when I had a toddler and a baby and she instantly became part of our family. She would always play with the kids, was very punctual and responsible, and never called out sick. I trust her wholeheartedly with my children and she still...
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Carrie F.
Santa Ana, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Experience With Special Needs, Avalible For After School Car
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Carrie. I am a part time preschool teacher aid for students with autism. I'm looking to expand my knowledge that I have acquired over 10 years of working in the preschool and care for kids outside of school. I have been a nanny for the past 5 years on top of working at the school. I specialize at managing...
Carrie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carrie was an amazing nanny to my two children ages 3 & 1. She did arts & crafts, took them to the beach, and just had fun with them. Carrie's experience as a teacher really shined through. Both my children really enjoyed their time with her. I highly recommend...
Alicia L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Grace! I've worked with children ages 4-10 as a behavior technician, I am CPR certified and have work with children with special needs as well. I have a little one at home as well. I am organized and positive, I would love to get to know your little ones!
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Grace is very responsible to our newborn baby. She is self-driven and very familiar with infant duties. Also she is actively doing light housekeeping. We definitely will hire Grace again."
Yun S.
4.5
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jackie.
I've been a full time nanny for approximately 10 years. I have taken some time off to be a mommy myself. My son is now 16 months old and I'm looking to get back into the child care field.
I am also a NCS (Newborn Care Specialist) and currently taking child development classes.
As a nanny I have worked...
Jacqueline can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
4.0
"Interviewed Jackie, was very pleased meeting her and going over possible care for my children. Very friendly, warm & loving character."
Natalie A.
5.0
(4)
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, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My husband and I needed someone last minute to babysit our kids and she was more than willing to help. She was great with them and they ask for her every time I mention a babysitter!"
Odalys P.
Rachelle G.
Santa Ana, CA
$18-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
As a nurturing caregiver with a passion for supporting families, I'm thrilled to introduce myself as a dependable and experienced childcare provider. With over a year of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of various ages, fostering their development in safe and nurturing environments. My patient and calm...
Rachelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Danielle L.
Santa Ana, CA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Creative, Careful, And Kind Sitter (Experienced Caregiver)
I have 10+ years of experience in caregiving for elderly and children. I am very creative and want to make sure that those I care for are safe, but also enjoy themselves. I'm happy to give ukulele, vocal, or piano lessons upon request. I also care about the parents so let me know how I can make your lives easier. I am currently...
Danielle can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Nery M.
Santa Ana, CA
$17-20/hr
I have taken care of toddlers at Calvary church in their nursery for a year and I am currently taking care of children ages 2 and up at the Groves Sunday school. I enjoy moving around because I'm a very active person. I love sports, so playing sports or any outside activity with your kids would be no problem at all. I love to be...
Nery can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Hello , I've worked in after school programs as well as summer programs with Gen ed kids and love being around young kids. I loved creating fun activities to do as well as helping with homework. What really made me love my job was those who struggled at school or at home and felt comfortable talking about it .
Ahlia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hello there! I'm a loving nanny and educator with over 20 years of experience caring for children from newborns to teenagers. Currently, I'm a substitute teacher and nanny.
As a mom myself, I understand the importance of a nurturing, fun environment for kids. I'm fluent in English and Spanish, and I love creating engaging...
Lupita can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
My name is Brittney and I'm 20 years old. I'm a college student I was attending CSUDH but had a couple of issues so I am currently at Santa Ana College for the semester. I received an associates in psychology, in addition I'm studying to be a child therapist. I have also been working for a company where I work with children who...
Brittney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Ailyn M.
Santa Ana, CA
$23-24/hr
Hello, my name is Ailyn & I have a little over 5 years of working with children. I've found that my strength lies in my patience and understanding. My ability to approach each child with empathy and a willingness to adapt, creating a nurturing environment where every child feels supported and understood. I have professional...
Ailyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
As I now choose to expand my skills and root forward with a focus in family-life, I am looking forward to becoming either a full-time or part-time nanny. Although I do not hold any current experience working with children, I do hold the most special gift of all and that is being a mother. My dearest and most precious memories...
Angie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I am a stay at home mom to a 2. 5-year-old daughter. I am looking for parents who are ok with me watching their children at my home. We have a bright enriching living room filled with learning toys and my daughter's bedroom with even more fun stuff. Im also a 3 min walk from the park. I am open to teaching...
Dreama J.
Santa Ana, CA
$8-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Committed Caregiver offers 4 years in home healthcare. Dedicated to delivering consistent and focused attention to client safety, comfort and dignity. Well-versed in direct patient care and recordkeeping with passion for helping others. Energetic Pet Sitter comfortable with handling dogs of all breeds and sizes. Committed to...
Dreama can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Amelia and I am currently a freshman studying to become a registered nurse. I love kids! I'm the eldest with three younger sisters(4-14 years old) with a huge extended family. I've evolved from my olibigatory "big sis" duties to babysitting weekly for family and friends. What started as being the go-to person...
Amelia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
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Most recent reviews for in home child care in Santa Ana, CA
Kimberly H.
5.0
Kimmi has been such a bright spot in the chaos that is raising kids. She was and will forever be a part of our family. We can’t thank her enough for loving our kids as much as we do!
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Theresa B.
5.0
Exceptionally pleasant and professional.
Theresa did an awesome job watching over our baby, and keeping us updated throughout the day.
- Care member
Hanna Y.
5.0
Hanna has been with us since my son was 4 months old. He is now almost 3 and I have a one year old daughter. She is punctual, trustworthy, communicative, and helpful. She helped me sleep train my son and works with me on schedules, feeding, and helps with kids laundry and dishes! She is part of the...
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Irma C.
5.0
Irma showered our son with love and treated him like he was her own grandson. She is so great with babies. Irma would play and talk to our son, feed him, and change his diapers. She was also able to put him down for naps easily and was so helpful. While our son was sleeping, Irma would do the...
- Karen I.
Hannah V.
5.0
Hannah worked with our daughter from infancy through the start of preschool. They formed the most incredible bond and my daughter adored her. Not only was Hannah steadfast with her commitment to providing premium childcare, but also a wonderful addition to our family. She is is reliable,...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding in-home child care in Santa Ana, CA
How do I find in-home child care near me in Santa Ana, CA?
Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Santa Ana, CA. There are 26 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 Santa Ana, 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 $22.42 for in-home child care providers near you in Santa Ana, CA.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in Santa Ana, CA?
You can compare 26 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.
Ratings for Santa Ana, CA in home child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
In Home Child Care in Santa Ana, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 62 reviews of the 26 listed in home child care.