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60 nannies are listed in Capitola, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 10 years
Nannies in Capitola, CA
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:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Sharol was great with our 10 month old!"
Chris D.
Heather B.
Capitola, CA
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Engaging, Kind And Experienced Nanny/Babysitter With Decades Of Experience.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as friendly, nurturing and quick-witted.
I like working with kids because they are inspiring and I enjoy having an impact on their well being.
I'm looking for a job that is the right fit! I worked as a nanny for many years when I was younger and have been working with children and newborns as a...
5.0
"Heathers last minute availability was so appreciated. She put me and baby at ease immediately. My 9 month old did very well with her and I felt at complete ease. Overall a positive experience! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
In addition to raising my own two children, I have worked as a preschool teacher for over 20 years in the El Dorado Hills area. I love watching children learn, grow, and blossom with their own unique potential. Kids of ALL ages have always been my passion. I love ALL things active and outdoors. I also love arts and crafts,...
Jenny can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"If we could have one nanny for the rest of time - it would be Ms. Jenny. She came into our lives as our nanny but quickly became more than that. She is a bright spot in our family. Ms. Jenny is fantastic with children- engages them, teaches them, makes them...
Kymberly H.
Hello, my name is Hannah. I am a certified elementary school teacher in California with a Masters in Education. Prior to my masters, I received my bachelors degree in Liberal studies with an emphasis in teacher preparation followed by a multiple subject teaching credential at Dominican University of California. While my primary...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, my name is Kristie and live in Capitola.
I have been nannying for few years now and thoroughly enjoy helping out families.
Peace of mind is one of the best things that I can give to a perspective family.
I've been a preschool teacher and a mother to 3 for over 30 years.
I look forward to finding and helping out...
Kristina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have years of childcare and teaching experience with a wide range of ages. A few of my favorite activities to do with kids are exploring outdoors, anything creative(especially painting and drawing:), listening to music, dancing, going to the library/museums, playing games and just relaxing. I love being around the...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Nikkole W.
Capitola, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is nikkole- I live in Santa Cruz with my boyfriend of 6 years who works as a firefighter here. I'm 26 & have been nannying since I was 14! I was an EMT/CPR certified am a swim instructor as well. I have a few families I watch here that I've been with for a long time, but have some extra availability throughout the...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a school counselor for 14 years and I have work as a nanny for 4 years
I'd describe my personality as loyal, caring, good listener.
I like working with kids because
I'm looking for a job that
I started working with kids when
In my spare time, I like to go to the gym, hike, ride my bike and go to church
One thing...
Lori can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Anika H.
Capitola, CA
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Anika, I am a Santa Cruz local, studying Criminal Justice and Theater Arts at Cabrillo College.
My passion for the care of others has been a driving force of my life. Over the past decade, this has led me to opportunities in a variety of settings. Such as, working as a sitter and nanny, leading instruction in...
Anika can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Meigon D.
Capitola, CA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind, playful, hardworking, genuine.
I love caring for little ones because it's the most rewarding job in the world.
I have 15 yrs professionally w/kids. :Teachers Aid, Afterschool Care Counselor, Asst. Manager for infant/Toddler daycare. Most recently, I've become nanny which has been my...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
(2)
Hi! Love children all ages. Have nannied for several different families and ages over last 10 plus years. I have my Associates degrees in Early Childhood Development and B. S. in Business. I have 4 younger brothers. I recently moved to Santa Cruz and am looking for a part time nanny position. I will be going back school for...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My two boys absolutely adore Taylor. She's reliable, fun, and so energetic! I highly recommend Taylor for kids of all ages."
Samantha R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a multi-faceted nanny professional with years of experience supporting families island wide and the bay area. I am well-experienced with every age and stage of a child and extremely familiar with infant care-pre teen. I am recognized for my caring, fun, and outgoing personality, my dedication and sometimes long hours, my...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer is very professional trustworthy and dependable. Throughout the years we have hired her for pet sitting babysitting house sitting and office work. We recommend her 110%
PS she always had arts and crafts and baking fun for my boys."
Esmerel P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lauren! I have worked as a private nanny for 3 families a total of 4 years. Since starting Care. com I have worked with over 15 families within the app! I also teach kids ballet classes at my local dance studio and have been doing that for 3 years! I love teaching it is so fun watching little ones grow into their...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lauren is fabulous! She has come a couple of times. She is a really fast learner and knows exactly what I need. She is great with my babies and toddlers! "
Care member
Abrianna G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My experience as a nanny consists of ages 9 months to 10 years old. I have over 3 years of experience as a babysitter and nanny.
I love to work with children and establish a trusting relationship with them over time. I believe in nurturing a loving environment for a child and helping them to learn how to become independent...
Abrianna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Abrianna is wonderful! She is so great with our two little ones. We trust that our boys are in good hands with her and that allows us to enjoy our much needed date nights. Abrianna is also excellent at cleaning up and helping with any kid chores we may have. This...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Adrienne. I graduated from UC Berkeley with a BA in Sociology. I am currently getting my Masters in Social Work and will finish in May. I am looking for a summer nannying job in Santa Cruz County while I apply to jobs in the Social Work field.
A bit about my experience with children...
I have been babysitting for...
Adrienne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Adrienne took great care of my infant son. She's very kind, prompt, and sweet with my baby. We're looking forward to hiring her again!"
Alexandra H.
Emma G.
Felton, CA
$28/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
A little about me...
- Associates Degree in Environmental Science
- Great with all kinds of house pets. From reptiles to furry friends!
- I don't mind helping out around the house, such as light cleaning/tidy up, food prep, running errands etc.
- I love any activity that includes the outdoors, I will make it a...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Emma! Sadly we had to part way because my family moved away, otherwise we would have been with her forever! She is extremely reliable and a great communicator. If she had an appointment I would know well in advance. Not only is her communication great, but...
Cori C.
Noraleigh C.
Felton, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello,
I have over 20 years of experience working with children in various settings with various age groups. I've cared for toddlers, preschoolers and elementary age children. I've worked in ECE daycare settings, after school programs, Montessori schools, and nanny positions.
Noraleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Noraleigh was wonderful. We first hired her when I had just given birth to my daughter and needed help with housekeeping. Noraleigh was efficient, thorough, and dependable. I soon learned that she had worked previously at a Montessori school, and when I returned to...
Marie L.
Eve M.
Scotts Valley, CA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(19)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Certified CPR/AED/ first-aid. I completed doula course and helping couple of woman with breastfeed and baby care. Also I was a cook in European restaurant. I have 20+ years experience as a private nanny/babysitter for many wonderful families, babies/ young children age ranging newborn to 7 years old. I have letters of...
Eve can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Eve was out full time and then part time nanny from Summer 2020 (smack in the middle of pandemic) to winter 2021 (so about 18 months or so). She took loving care of our newborn son and toddler daughter, caring for them as if they were her own. She is conscientious,...
Mike E.
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, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Trustline Certified
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.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I currently work as an instructional assistant in public schools: working directly with children in classrooms, aiding in their learning.
I've spent the last year teaching scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia! Before that, I was teaching Marine Biology and scuba diving to kids 10-17 on Catalina Island! In the...
Zareah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My children and I love Zareah. She always goes above and beyond what is expected of her. I would highly recommend her to all who need a sitter."
Kyle M.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Capitola, CA
Sharol R.
5.0
Sharol was great with our 10 month old!
- Chris D.
Heather B.
5.0
Heathers last minute availability was so appreciated. She put me and baby at ease immediately. My 9 month old did very well with her and I felt at complete ease. Overall a positive experience!
- Care member
Jenny W.
5.0
If we could have one nanny for the rest of time - it would be Ms. Jenny. She came into our lives as our nanny but quickly became more than that. She is a bright spot in our family. Ms. Jenny is fantastic with children- engages them, teaches them, makes them laugh, and protects them. We would...
- Kymberly H.
Taylor W.
5.0
My two boys absolutely adore Taylor. She's reliable, fun, and so energetic! I highly recommend Taylor for kids of all ages.
- Samantha R.
Jennifer M.
5.0
Jennifer is very professional trustworthy and dependable. Throughout the years we have hired her for pet sitting babysitting house sitting and office work. We recommend her 110%
PS she always had arts and crafts and baking fun for my boys.
- Esmerel P.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Capitola, CA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Capitola, CA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Capitola, CA is as of is $25.50 per hour as of January, 2025. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Capitola, CA?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Capitola, CA?
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