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60 infants child care are listed in Watsonville, CA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby infants child care is 5 years
Infants child care in Watsonville, CA
Stephenie S.
Aptos, CA
$30-32/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Stephenie and I'm 23 years old. I'm CPR certified. Some of the things I enjoy doing on my free time is reading books, baking, cooking going on walks and mostly working out! Im an early person who wakes up at 4:30 a.m. to start the day. I am outgoing, passionate, I have great work ethic, and I enjoy being around...
Stephenie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Meal plan and prep ! House manage
I'd describe my personality as cheerful , outgoing, responsible
I like working with kids because children make me so happy! I love teaching them new things !
I'm looking for a job that I can grow
I started working with kids when I was a child myself! I'm the oldest of 7 children and no...
Debra can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
First Aid
Katy G.
Aptos, CA
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
hi my name is Katy I go by pink " pink ". I just quit my retail job at paxton gate kids to get more hands on time with children , I have been working as a nanny in the Mission and Bernal Heights area for 2 years I have finished all classes necessary for an infant and toddler certificate I am also life guard and CPR certified. I...
3.0
(3)
I have been a nanny for several years from infants through school age I have experience with all ages. I also have been a childrens dance teacher for many years.
I feel I'm fun, creative, attentive and engaging I enjoy helping children learn and grow.
I'm reliable and my schedule is flexible
I was with my last two families...
Dena can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sweet and kind and reliable. My daughter loves her. She also took care of my chickens while I was gone and did a great job. We'd love it if Dena keeps coming. Thank you Dena for good work."
Mara H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for 17 yrs, having cared for 1 child to 5 children at a time. I studied and worked as a postpartum doula and have done overnights with newborns, taken workshops and classes in child/infant care. My passion is helping moms, the hardest and most important job in the world, as well as the family as a whole. I...
Candice can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Candice took care of my son 3 days a week for several weeks. He is a toddler and she is really great with that age. She is very positive, fun, creative, reliable, and laughs a lot. I felt completely comfortable leaving my son with her while I went to work. She is...
Allison B.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting children of all ages from infants to preteens since I was 16 years old. I have been consistently nannying for different families since I was 18 years old. I have a lot of experience with children, toddlers, and babies. I am CPR certified and have experience with driving kids to activities or school, as...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We love Mary!! She was with us for approximately 6 months before she went off to college! She was really great with my 3 girls. I could rely on her to pick up the kids, take them where they needed to go, be on time, she was flexible as my schedule with the kids...
Julie B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am available in November! I'm finishing up with a family as their Nanny and personal Chef. I have enjoyed caring for their little one since she was 6 months old. She will start preschool when she turns two. I also spend one evening a week with an elderly Alzheimer's client. Included in my work history is experience as a...
Marcie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Marcie has been a wonderful sitter for my school age children. She is punctual, dependable and professional. The kids love her and I would highly recommend her."
Erin D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings,
I have been a nanny for 18 years with great references. I simply love children of all ages.
My specialty is infants working throughout the toddler years or as long as the family needs. Major in college Education, Early Childhood Development Certificate and I have studied Montessori philosophy. These are the...
Sharol can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sharol was great with our 10 month old!"
Chris D.
Laura E.
Santa Cruz, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Pet Sitter, Personal Assistant And House Sitter Available Part Time
4.8
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am available for the occasional evening, and am not looking for part or full time caregiving. I am an experienced caregiver, trusted driver for providing "kiddo taxi" transport, tiny house owner and student going back to school in 2020. From watching infants starting when I was 12, I have cared for all ages, toddlers up to...
Laura can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laura has been nannying for my three kids, ages 4, 7 and 10, for a little over a year. She has been so wonderful to my children. I have loved that she brings a fun, creative and positive energy. She is creative with dinners and finding ways to introduce healthy...
Ashley C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jocelyn.
I'm a Santa Cruz native. I've been taking care of kids since I was 13 and I practically raised my niece when she was a baby.
I'm calm and compassionate and positive. I'm also intuitive and am able to get on the same level of kids and help them regulate emotion and reactions by breathing and vocalizing their...
Jocelyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jocelyn is a caring loving person. She care for my daughter like it was hers.
She was punctual and dependable."
Leticia R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was about 13, I have experience from infant to 14 years of age. I am CPR and first aid certified through the Red Cross.
Marissa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Originally pursued Marissa as a part time nanny but when that didn't work out with her student teaching schedule she babysat our daughter for almost an entire day and my daughter had a great time. She keeps asking when Miss Marissa will be back. Will definitely...
Alicia B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Jackie! I am looking to become a sitter for a family. I have experience working with infants, toddlers and preschool age, but am willing to work with older children as well. I am also comfortable working with multiple children at once. Some skills I have include being very patient, having great communication, and...
Jackie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jackie has been an amazing nanny for my son. She is consistently on time, very reliable and a great communicator if anything unusual did come up. My son absolutely adores her (as do I!) We are going to miss her so much! I would highly recommend her and would...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had many experiences working with children, specializing in infant care. I have training as a Newborn Care Specialist and believe in continuing to build my skills to provide the best care possible. My goal as an Infant Caregiver is to protect, guide, inspire, and provide a positive atmosphere for children.
I enjoy...
Alice can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We could not have asked for a better person to take care of our daughter than Alice. She was thoughtful, extremely reliable, and helped our daughter with her development. Our daughter was always excited to see Alice. We highly recommend her!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm 39 years old and I love working with children of all ages!
I have the following qualifications:
- College: 21units of early childhood education
- Certificate: Health and Safety class
- Certified: CPR Pro and First Aid.
- pre school teacher
- Swim instructor
Over the years, I've helped many families who were in need of...
Tanya can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tanya is great. She is very engaging with my 3.5 year-old, and even brings her own games. She takes lots of initiative, cleaning the kitchen and putting away laundry. I recommend her!"
Sarah H.
Megan H.
Scotts Valley, CA
$40-56/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.5
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
My name is Megan, I've been caring for children and disabled children for over six years now. I have experience in working with newborns, infants, toddlers, teens and disabled adults. I previously worked in the schools as a one to one aid for children with Down Syndrome. I have well rounded experience in all areas.
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Megan nannied our twin boys from ages 6 months to two years old full-time until we moved out of the area, and we are so grateful to her! Our boys love her, we absolutely recommend her for another family. She is trustworthy, fun and knowledgeable about young kids....
Andrea L.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello busy parents!
Newborn Care Specialist/certified postpartum night doula now booking for May in Santa Cruz Co. & Los Gatos.
Also available afternoons/date nights for occasional care for infants in Felton/Scotts Valley.
Rates: $55/hr night doula/NCS,
$30/hr occasional daytime infant care.
I am a professional newborn...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Where to even begin with all the reasons we love Rachel, and are very sad that she has moved out of state. I really appreciated how she immediately got right in there with our 5 month old daughter, and was not shy when it came to establishing a safe connection...
Lauren N.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Amanda, a retired massage therapist of 15-years; my practice was located in Monterey. I have 10+ years of childcare experience with ages 2mos - 15yo, including plenty of live-in experience taking care of my younger nephews.
My passion for caring for sweet littles began when I was just 17yo; I was a live-in nanny...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amanda has been absolutely wonderful with our 5-month-old, who she takes care of twice a week while we are both working. Our baby loves her bright and cheerful presence and smiles and gets excited whenever she sees Amanda in the morning. Our baby has some reflux...
Leah K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Norma. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 12 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I am also CNA certified and have five years experience in caregiving.
I'm willing to do additional tasks if requested. With all my skills and experience, I'm able...
Norma can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Jody. I have been passionately caring for and teaching the young child for over 25 years. I hold a Montessori Teaching Certificate, specifically for the 2-6-year-old child, am currently pursuing my Montessori Infant/Toddler Certification for the 0-2-year-old child, and have experience and practice with the...
Jody can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jodi is an incredible nanny, I cannot recommend her enough! You will not find a better caregiver. She started working with our family when our son was 6mo and now watches him (7yo) and our daughter (5yo). Jodi has extensive education & training in early childhood...
Erin S.
Lisa H.
Marina, CA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified infant - Toddler and Preschool Teacher. I have over 30 Years of Experience working in preschools in various schools. My last job was at a very well know preschool, Which I can leave a reference if needed. I have experience with the feedings and changing schedule with infant Toddler. I am C. P. R and first Aide...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"My family had a fantastic experience with Lisa. My 4 kids absolutely loved, and I felt very comfortable leaving them with her for over 6 hours. She will definitely be out sitter next time. "
Kelly L.
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Most recent reviews for infants child care in Watsonville, CA
Dena G.
5.0
Sweet and kind and reliable. My daughter loves her. She also took care of my chickens while I was gone and did a great job. We'd love it if Dena keeps coming. Thank you Dena for good work.
- Mara H.
Candice Y.
5.0
Candice took care of my son 3 days a week for several weeks. He is a toddler and she is really great with that age. She is very positive, fun, creative, reliable, and laughs a lot. I felt completely comfortable leaving my son with her while I went to work. She is trustworthy, responsible and very...
- Allison B.
Mary L.
5.0
We love Mary!! She was with us for approximately 6 months before she went off to college! She was really great with my 3 girls. I could rely on her to pick up the kids, take them where they needed to go, be on time, she was flexible as my schedule with the kids would sometimes change, she knew the...
- Julie B.
Marcie M.
5.0
Marcie has been an incredible nanny for our daughter over the past 1.5 years, and we cannot speak highly enough of her! From the very beginning, Marcie quickly became a trusted and beloved member of our family. She has a natural gift with children, always bringing warmth, patience, and a positive...
- Care member
Sharol R.
5.0
Sharol was great with our 10 month old!
- Chris D.
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FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Watsonville, CA
How much is child care for an infant near me in Watsonville, 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 Watsonville, CA to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Watsonville, CA, is $23.58.
Where can I find infant child care near me in Watsonville, CA?
You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Watsonville, 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 Watsonville, CA?
The infant child care services available near you in Watsonville, 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 Watsonville, CA?
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What interview questions should I ask when looking for infant child care near me in Watsonville, CA?
When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Watsonville, 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 Watsonville, CA infants child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Infants Child Care in Watsonville, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed infants child care.