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38 in home child care are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 7 years
In home child care in Santa Cruz, CA
Hello! I am a Native Californian born in the Monterey County and proud to call the Central Coast my home since 1998. I graduated from Cal State Monterey Bay in '20 with a degree in Social Behavioral Science with a minor in Pre-Law. I love going on long hikes with my dog, trying new Ina Garten cooking recipes and practice hot...
Jasmine Huerta can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Hello, my name is Natalie. I am 21 years old and attend UC Santa Cruz, but I am home for the summer. I volunteered in my church nursery every Sunday for six years and have been a nanny for over two years. I am kind, responsible, and fun. I love kids (especially babies) and I would be happy to care for your children!
Ysabella D.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Ysabella (Bella) and I am 25 years old. I have 3 brothers and 2 sisters who currently live in another state, but for 8 years I helped raised them and take care of them. I love love love kids (and pets!!) Parks, bike riding, coloring, building/playing with Legos, etc. (I'm a kid at heart).
I am certified to teach CPR as...
Tyler O.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-35/hr
I am extremely outgoing and passionate about the safety of kids while there parents are at work and find it difficult to balance school pick up and drop off, being present at home after school, and making sure the kids are tended for. I am available to assist in helping the household run smoothly at all hours of the day. I excel...
Tyler can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling
Psychology and education student at Bryn Mawr College, searching for work while I am home for the summer!
Isabel B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a 23-year-old postpartum doula, and I would love to help you and your family. I was raised in an at-home daycare, so I've been doing childcare my whole life :) I have experience with children of all ages. I am fully vaccinated and well as I have certifications for postpartum/infant care doula work, infant feeding...
Isabel can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm excited about learning more about you and your family. I live in Santa Cruz. I speak English, Portuguese and utilize sign language. I am nurturing, creative, considerate and calm. I adore children. I love to tend to the home with light house keeping while child is napping. I am also available for laundry care and simple...
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I've nannied for 2yrs for 2 boys (ages 3 & 5) and I have worked with kids varying from grade kindergarten through middle school by working for the YMCA! I've been an athlete most of my life up til college, so I know how to keep up with high energy levels and activities to support a developing child. I am also a Certified Home...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Ensure children's safety and maintain daily schedule
Prepare and organize meal times/snacks for children
Develop and organize enrichment activities and outings
Supervise children ages from 1-3 years old and provide an environment for healthy growth
Resolve any problems or issues between children
Cleaned and organized home...
Pamela can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hi there! My name is Lucy and I am looking for a Nanny position. I have experience with young children, toddlers and infants and I'm CPR Certified. I've worked in an elementary school for the past 6 years assisting students with behavioral support. I love working with children of all ages and needs, whether at home playing...
Lucy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As an accounting professional and proud aunty, I still enjoy working with kids as I did all through my school years. While saving for home improvement projects, I'm excited to be back to care. com to build on 15+ years of childcare experience. I appreciate working with all ages and meeting each child where their age, interest,...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Alexandra K.
Santa Cruz, CA
$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Former Youth Cheer Coach, Current College Student. Loves Working With Kids!
I love working with kids because they bring so much wonder and curiosity to everything. Their energy and enthusiasm is contagious, and it's really rewarding to watch them learn and grow. As a psych major and former cheer coach, I appreciate their fresh perspectives and how they remind me to enjoy the simple things in life. Plus,...
Hello! My name is Samantha and I am currently a student at UCSC. I have more than 4 years of childcare experience, from working as a counselor at summer camps and babysitting in my home town. I have experience with special needs children as well!
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, friendly and caring
I started working...
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Emi W.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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FAQs for finding in-home child care in Santa Cruz, CA
How do I find in-home child care near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Santa Cruz, CA. There are 38 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 Cruz, 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 February, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $23.84 for in-home child care providers near you in Santa Cruz, CA.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
You can compare 38 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 Cruz, CA in home child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
In Home Child Care in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 38 listed in home child care.