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Infants child care in Salinas, CA
Martha V.
Marina, CA
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for nurturing children and providing a positive influence in their lives. With five years of childcare experience and a background in education, I've honed my skills in fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages.
My patient and friendly nature allows me to easily...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have a deep passion for nurturing the whole child. I encourage them to develop their strengths and I love to meet them in their areas of uncertainty. I have been a nanny to infants and young children. Have raised two kids;. Other jobs- church secretary and banking.
Loretta can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Sarah and I am a compassionate, patient and fun Individualized Education Teacher and Child Specialist who loves assisting children in finding their true potential. I earned my CPR and First Aid certification, I don't smoke and I have my own reliable transportation. I have over 23 years of experience with infants,...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Emma R.
Marina, CA
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a caregiver with five years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. My patient and friendly nature creates a welcoming and comfortable environment for children to learn and play. I prioritize open communication with parents, using their preferred method to provide regular updates...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alyxzandria D.
Marina, CA
$18-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I am a new prospective babysitter and future elementary teacher. I love working with kids and have a genuine passion for caring and educating them. It is my hope that one day, as a teacher and caregiver, I will be able to provide kids with a safe and comfortable learning environment. I am CPR/AED/First Aid Certified for...
Vanessa C.
Seaside, CA
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced and passionate caregiver with a strong desire to positively impact children's lives. I've worked as a childcare provider for over six years, and I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. I have a college degree and have completed First Aid Training and CPR Training.
I'm...
Vanessa can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I am a 19-year-old straight A college student who has found some extra time and would love to put it to good use. I currently am employed at Mission Ranch in Carmel part time as well.
I have worked with children of all ages from 3 months to 12 years old. I began watching a few kids that lived on my street when their parents...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Sevde T.
Seaside, CA
$22-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Sevde! I'm 25 years old. Over the last four years, I've been taking care for children of various ages, from infants to preteens. I've experienced in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow. I'm also experienced with special needs children. I graduated Physiotherapy and...
5.0
(1)
Hello Families!
I have 12 years of childcare experience. I am also a mom to 2 girls! I am looking for part time work.
A few of the things I have experience in in the past:
-swim lesson teacher
-live in and live out full time nanny
-life guard
-traveled with families
-teachers assistant
I have cared for infants, toddlers...
Avery can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Care-giving is a fundamental part of my professional and personal life. I come from a large family and have spent my career providing part or full time childcare, primarily working with newborns, infants and toddlers. I love to work with first-time parents and support new moms and dads in their parenting journey.
My experience...
Carrie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hired Carrie for the first time Feb 2020. She was very nice and my two young girls liked her. The night went flawlessly! I checked in from time to time and Carrie was responsive and reassuring that all was well. I definitely plan on hiring her again!"
Kortni N.
5.0
(2)
I am caring, loving, patient, trustworthy, energetic and responsible babysitter looking for extra hours, available for date nights. I love kids, I have been working as a babysitter for over 5 years with children from infants to teens. When it comes to taking care of children, I treat them as if they were my own. I am also a...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Omg! We are so lucky to have Sarah with us. She is amazing. So great with the kids. Never late. Very calm (which is exactly what we need in our crazy home). Sarah has been working with us for three months as a part time nanny. The kids and us are very attached to...
Diti B.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Hannah, a seasoned nanny with over 7 years of experience on the Monterey Peninsula. I'm certified in infant child CPR, have a clean driving record, and a reliable car. I've cared for children from newborns to 12 years old, focusing on their safety and well-being. Beyond traditional nanny duties, I've also served as a...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Laura B.
Monterey, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
"Experienced And Caring Babysitter Specializing In Infants And Young Children"
5.0
(1)
I love children and I extremely enjoy taking care of infants.
I have been babysitting for a several families for a long time. I have two children myself of 16 and 18 doing great! I'll take care of your kid as my own!
Caring, compassionate, responsible and intuitive with zest for life.
Reliable, patient, kind, nurturing nature,...
Laura can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Laura was everything I dreamed of in a babysitter. She became part of the family and will always be. She watched my youngest for a year before my kiddo went off to day care. She was safe, fun, punctual, and reliable. Adventures out, play dates, craft time,...
Sunny H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Marcela, 27 years old - Fluent in Portuguese English and a little Spanish
I have a bachelor's degree and am working toward a degree in nursing. I am creative, vibrant, flexible, and understanding. I am excellent at listening to and observing kids, which helps me learn about them and their needs to be the best caretaker I can...
Marcela can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
First Aid
5.0
"Marcela is an exceptional nanny who has been caring for my two children for 1.5 years, starting when they were 1 and 3 years old. She genuinely loves kids and is dedicated to her role. Marcela is attentive and deeply aware of their needs, excelling at observing and...
Antaeres A.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Im a reliable nanny with over 17 years experience.
I am comfortable with newborns and infants and everything comes naturally for me.
I am patient, have a sense of humor, don't smoke , have great references and truly love my job.
I'm fully vaccinated as well.
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer was amazing with our 6 year old son. We were visiting from out of state and she made the process very easy!"
Amanda C.
Anna C.
Monterey, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.5
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Anna and I've been working with children for 10 years. I worked in a preschool setting for 7 years working with all ages ranging from infants-5-year-olds. I have 3 years of nanny experience ranging from newborn to 12-year-olds.
Anna can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"My wife is pretty particular about who she lets watch our kids. So much so, that we haven't enjoyed a date night without the kids in a long time! We met with Anna and felt comfortable immediately. She is authentic, sweet and great with kids. We arrived home to our...
Alexzander M.
Melanie C.
Monterey, CA
$21-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, respectful, kind, patient, and creative person who has over 20 years of experience educating and caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive loving and appropriate care. I'm capable and willing to do additional other tasks if requested. I love being with and...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melanie has been beyond amazing for my family and I over the last 2 years. She has been watching our daughter 4 days a week since our daughter was 3 months old. Melanie has been our rock and has given us the best gift of peace of mind while we are at work. Melanie...
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Avianca and I would love to be part of your childcare team! I got my bachelors degree in marine science, followed by my masters degree in education. I am going into my second year of teaching second grade in seaside and absolutely love my job. I have experience working with children of all ages, from infants to...
Avianca can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Laurel G.
Pacific Grove, CA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Laurel, I am 22 years old, and I am attending school at Cal State Fullerton. I am CPR certified and have lots of experience babysitting children of all ages, including infants. I have also worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor at my local cabana club. Working with kids has always been a passion of mine and I'd...
Laurel can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Mariah L.
Watsonville, CA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Mariah! I'm a 19-year-old college student pursuing Ultrasound. I have extensive experience with children of all ages, including infants and toddlers, and I currently have a 10-month-old of my own. I also help take care of my sister's children to give her some free time. I offer light housekeeping, preparing snacks, and...
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Most recent reviews for infants child care in Salinas, CA
Carrie C.
5.0
Hired Carrie for the first time Feb 2020. She was very nice and my two young girls liked her. The night went flawlessly! I checked in from time to time and Carrie was responsive and reassuring that all was well. I definitely plan on hiring her again!
- Kortni N.
Sarah D.
5.0
Sarah is amazing. She is so great with my infant/toddler. He squeals everything time she walks through the door. Sarah is conscientious, bright, cheerful, patient, kind, and engaging with my son. She is very understanding, flexible, and adaptable, has an admirable work ethic and is able to strike a...
- Care member
Laura B.
5.0
Laura was everything I dreamed of in a babysitter. She became part of the family and will always be. She watched my youngest for a year before my kiddo went off to day care. She was safe, fun, punctual, and reliable. Adventures out, play dates, craft time, singing, dancing, all of it. My kid was...
- Sunny H.
Marcela O.
5.0
Marcela is AMAZING! She is very warm and kind! She is such a hard worker and is professional and reliable. Anyone would be blessed to hire her!
- Ariel K.
Jennifer S.
5.0
Jennifer was a wonderful sitter for our 8 month old daughter. She was very communicative and came armed with age-appropriate books. She managed bottle and bedtime easily and even managed to clean the place spotless. I wouldn't hesitate to use Jennifer if we were ever back in the area. She's a gem!
- Maeve G.
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FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Salinas, CA
How much is child care for an infant near me in Salinas, CA?
If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Salinas, CA to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Salinas, CA, is $21.38.
Where can I find infant child care near me in Salinas, CA?
You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Salinas, CA by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with
What types of infant child care services are available near me in Salinas, CA?
The infant child care services available near you in Salinas, CA can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.
How can I safely hire infant child care near me in Salinas, CA?
To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Salinas, CA, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a variety of candidates, and request references from other families they worked with in the past. We also request that every caregiver on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and you can see which infant child care providers completed this by looking for the badge on their profile.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for infant child care near me in Salinas, CA?
When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Salinas, CA, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.