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60 infants child care are listed in Santa Monica, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby infants child care is 7 years
Infants child care in Santa Monica, CA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Patient, compassionate, energetic nanny with 20+ years of experience caring for children ages newborn to young adult. Seeking a part-time position of 2-3 consecutive days & 12-20 hrs. per week. Highly skilled in all stages of childhood development covering:
*Infant/newborn care: feeding, responsive, nurturing positive...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer is extremely knowledgeable in childcare. She is gentle, loving, caring, and compassionate. She is very obviously passionate about the job she does and forms very strong bonds with the children in her care. Our children no longer need child care but still...
Carole C.
5.0
(1)
Spaniard Moroccan with a 4year experience with newborns and toddlers up to 6yo. I am patient, loving, motivated, and love my job. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping besides everything that has to do with childcare. I can cook healthy yummy meals, I have a great imagination to create crafts and age...
Bouchra can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Loving and caring nanny who will go over the top taking care of your little ones. Proactive and punctual."
Katheryn C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Whitney, more commonly known as the "babysitter extraordinaire" (self proclaimed ;)!!!!). I have my own car and am able to travel. I have been working in early education as a preschool teacher for almost 10 years. Naturally, with so much clientele from my classrooms it was simple to make the transition...
Whitney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I am so extremely delighted with and thankful for Whitney! I've interviewed and hired countless babysitters and Whitney is a rare find. She understands how to lovingly lead children, and she confidently, JOYFULLY cares for my three small children through the CRAZY...
Heloise K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey parents! My name is Nicole . I am a college student and I live in Santa Monica. I have over 5 years experience working with children ages newborn - 13 years old. I worked at a Preschool in Dallas for 4 years. I have been a nanny for 3 years. I am certified in infant CPR and First Aid. I can assist with meal planning,...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nicole is one of the most kind and caring individuals I know. She is organized, dependable and has excellent follow through. She does an amazing job of connecting and developing a rapport with people of all ages."
rose A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is LuLu. I am a graduate student studying environmental anthropology, so I love being outside, love animals, swimming, and read a lot. I am interested in part time work as a nanny/babysitter. I am also a painter and do ceramics so would enjoy doing art activities like painting or drawing with your kids.
I have...
Lulu can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lulu was great with my two children. She watched them regularly over the summer and was always very reliable and honest. She was super sweet and flexible, I'd definitely work with her again!"
Brittany A.
4.8
(11)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi - My name is Julia.
I've been working with kids since I was 18. I started by watching my younger brother and sister, and then began babysitting for kids in our neighborhood. Over the last few years, I've worked primarily with babies and infants, but I love kids of all ages. In my free time, I love running, reading and...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia is an incredibly patient and kind nanny. We hired her full time to take care of our 2 year old daughter. while we were working from home. Our daughter would get excited to see her car pull up, shouting our JULIA and running to the door. Julia would take her...
Scott S.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with infants, I have worked for over 25 years with families that are starting their first baby. The reason I like working with them is because I like being a part of them, so I can help them with their first child. I have the patience and dedication that they need. I am cheerful and very punctual. I have CPR, I...
Ruth can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ruth is a true professional who handles babies with ease. She rocked my baby to sleep within minutes before my very eyes. She is detail oriented, precise, and understands the enormous responsibility of being a nanny because she is also a mother. "
Lauren V.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've had 20 years of experience in nannying and babysitting kids from infants to young teens well as many years of being an older sister. I've taken Child Development, Arts and Environmental Studies courses and am certified in child CPR and First Aid. I love babies and toddlers and I am more than happy to get kids exploring...
Sonya can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Sonya a little over 2 months ago to care for my 10 month old daughter, and we couldn't be happier. She is a perfect fit for my daughter and our family. Sonya immediately had a connection with my daughter from the beginning, and the two of them have a...
Lindsay B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a loving and energetic 26-year-old who has extensive experience in infant, toddler, and elementary care. I also am very knowledgeable of special needs care. My mother was a ESE specialist for 32 years and I have been involved in programs such as KEEN LA and best buddies for years. My experience includes daytime care at St....
Brianne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Brianne to teach sign language to a small group of toddlers. She was incredibly prepared, patient and cheerful ! We look forward to working with her in the future !"
Lauren C.
Marisa D.
Santa Monica, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny Educator, Babysitter, Loving, Patient, Fun, Reliable
4.3
(15)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm passionate about caring for children and guiding their individual development. I started babysitting for neighborhood kids when I was 7 years old. While in graduate school in the San Francisco Bay Area, I was a live in Au Pair for a 2-year-old girl and her 4 years old brother. In Chicago I've been a Part Time Nanny to...
Marisa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Marisa was punctual and very sweet with out 5 month old daughter. As first time parents it was nerve wrecking leaving her with a babysitter for the 1st time but Marisa put as at ease. She sent us pictures throughout the night and kept us in the loop! We would...
Kimberly I.
Heidi M.
Santa Monica, CA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
I raised my 3 children, one with autism.
I'm the mom happy to load 7 kids into the Honda Pilot for adventures in daily life as well as creative outings into nature. I'm also that mom with the mountains of Legos but NO instruction booklets/ALL imagination. Arts and crafts of all sorts, particularly the made from scratch...
Heidi can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trustline Certified
3.0
"She's a total sweetheart, decent babysitter but not worth $30/hr. left early from shift without alerting us beforehand, very anxious about not offending parents about "what to do with baby" but I think parents are looking for someone who's "got it" after running...
Care member
Sheila S.
Santa Monica, CA
$35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Mom of 2 boys (now 11 & 12yrs old). Utmost motherly care. Reliable. Trustworthy. Safety trained and oriented. Responds promptly and appropriately. Have the flexibility to adapt child's individual needs. Delivers a consistent and continuous care to help both parents and child feel safe and secure. Very patient. Energetic and...
Sheila can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
I'm a great sitter. I've had twins experience and have dealt with sitting kids from infant to 5-year-olds
Sivasankaran can also help with: Light cleaning
I'm a patient and caring person that enjoys working with infants and toddlers. I have 6 months of experience working with infants as a teachers assistant.
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Elizabeth V.
Santa Monica, CA
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Elizabeth. I have a Bachelor's degree. I have 7 years of experience working with infants and older children.
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
Hi! My name is Jess, I am NICU registered nurse for 17 years now. I'm looking to help families with infants and/or small children.
Jessica can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
-experience babysitting for 12+ years, including young children (infants, ages 1-4) and older children (6-14)
-experience as a camp counselor for 5 consecutive summers at sports camp
-experience as a nanny for multiple summers
Gabby can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Gretchen S.
Santa Monica, CA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have been a nanny for five years. I have cared for all age ranges, including infants, and I have done full time and part time. I am CPR certified and first aid trained. I am also a senior level nursing student at Mount Saint Mary's University.
Gretchen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
My experience ranges from regular babysitting to nannying to teaching (infants, pre-school, student-teaching elementary school). In the past I have been a Sunday School Teacher for ages 2-3 and 3-4, I have been a Vacation Bible Study Teacher, and I have been a student teacher. I left my corporate role to attend law school which...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Edith H.
Santa Monica, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a kind, engaging, trustworthy and professional nanny with 15+years of experience working with children. I'm well versed in infant care, baby care such as diaper changing, stablish feeding, nap, sleeping schedules. I'm dedicated to providing nurturing safe, stimulating environment for children's such as reading books,...
Edith can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Most recent reviews for infants child care in Santa Monica, CA
Jennifer L.
5.0
Jennifer is a very thoughtful and thorough caregiver. She really engaged with our 6 and 9 year old. She did a great job in the month she help us. She quickly got into our routine for after school homework, meal prep, bath time and bed time routine. Our work schedule has since changed and no longer...
- Emily B.
Bouchra G.
5.0
Loving and caring nanny who will go over the top taking care of your little ones. Proactive and punctual.
- Katheryn C.
Whitney W.
5.0
I am so extremely delighted with and thankful for Whitney! I've interviewed and hired countless babysitters and Whitney is a rare find. She understands how to lovingly lead children, and she confidently, JOYFULLY cares for my three small children through the CRAZY evening hours. She is wonderful...
- Heloise K.
Nicole A.
5.0
Nicole A. is just AMAZING. super thoughtful, caring and VERY responsive. Loves children and also cute dogs. Hard to find quality like her these days. She is what you want around your loved ones
- Jonathan G.
Lulu L.
5.0
Lulu was great with my two children. She watched them regularly over the summer and was always very reliable and honest. She was super sweet and flexible, I'd definitely work with her again!
- Brittany A.
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FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Santa Monica, CA
How much is child care for an infant near me in Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, CA to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Santa Monica, CA, is $25.45.
Where can I find infant child care near me in Santa Monica, CA?
You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, CA?
The infant child care services available near you in Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, CA?
To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, CA?
When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Santa Monica, 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.
Ratings for Santa Monica, CA infants child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Infants Child Care in Santa Monica, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews of the 60 listed infants child care.