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87 nannies are listed in Palo Alto, CA
The average posted rate is $28/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
What others are saying about nannies in Palo Alto, CA
Jackie has been taking care of my baby for almost 6 months, starting at 5 months of age. Jackie is the most loving, caring, dependable and…
Review for Jacqueline P. by Wenjing Z.
Can't say enough good things about Sandra :) She is so loving with our kids and takes the best care of them. She is easy to work with,…
Review for Sandra T. by Madhu R.
Viri was our daughter's nanny for ~4 months (from 12-month-old to 16-month-old) and we were super thankful to have her! Viri is very patient…
Review for Viri V. by Joanna L.
Nannies in Palo Alto, CA
Jacqueline P.
Palo Alto, CA
$35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there:) my name is Jacqueline but you can call me Jackie. I am a happy mother of 2 and a grandmother as well. A safe, healthy, fun and full of love environment it's a must that I like to provide to my children and those that are trusted under my care.
As a nanny, I'd like to encourage reading, healthy eating habits and...
Jacqueline can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Jackie has been taking care of my baby for almost 6 months, starting at 5 months of age. Jackie is the most loving, caring, dependable and responsible nanny we could have hoped for. As busy working parents, we feel really lucky to have Jackie. We completely feel...
Wenjing Z.
Sandra T.
Palo Alto, CA
$21-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone, my name is Sandra. I am looking for a nanny position of one or two children. I have 10 years of childcare experience. I previously worked for a family in Menlo Park with a boy and girl for 6 years as well as with other families for a few more years. I truly love my job and enjoy caring and playing with kids of all...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Can't say enough good things about Sandra :) She is so loving with our kids and takes the best care of them. She is easy to work with, always on time and goes the extra mile to make sure they are well cared for. Our son adores her. She takes them to the park,...
Madhu R.
5.0
(2)
I am a First Aid + CPR certified nanny with 9+ years of experience caring for little ones from the ages of 1 mo - 8 years old. I enjoy engaging them in music, reading, arts and crafts, as well as outdoor activities to help keep them active! I worked in the healthcare field as a medical assistant in the pediatric department for 2...
Viri can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Viri was our daughter's nanny for ~4 months (from 12-month-old to 16-month-old) and we were super thankful to have her! Viri is very patient and gentile with my daughter. She would spend hours reading her books (which is my daughter's favorite activity!) and she...
Joanna L.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Christine, and I am a Preschool Teacher who works for a high-quality childcare center in Los Altos. I have a BA in Child Development from SJSU, and am First-Aid and CPR certified. I am fluent in English and Spanish. I have 15+ years of experience working in the childcare field as an infant/toddler teacher, preschool...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
4.0
"Christine worked with my 2.5 year old daughter while I was at home spending some one on one time with my son, keeping her entertained and happy, which takes some skill. My daughter never complained or looked for me while she was with Christine. She also took both...
Heather D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a caring mother of two college aged kids and one dog.
I have been a Nanny/Babysitter for 4+ years
I currently work mornings with a 3-year-old and an infant, I work about 25-30 hours per week. I have been with this family for over 2 years. My job with them will end Aug 31, 2024 due to family members moving in with the...
Norma can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Norma was amazing for our family. She started out when my son was 2 years old, and we also had another child as well she was helping with. We were always in full agreement with her as to how to care for our child (from newborn to almost 4 years old). Norma took...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I'm Olga, a Spanish 24-year-old girl who is living the experience in the US!
I have four siblings (they are currently 11, 12, 13 and 14 years old), so that means I'm the oldest one! I have always taken care of them since they were born, so I could say that I've been a mom, a sister, a friend and a teacher.
I also...
Olga can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Olga is fantastic with our toddler - she teaches him Spanish, keeps up his routine, and helps with needed tasks. She is caring, helpful, punctual, and proactive. Would definitely recommend her for housekeeping or childcare tasks."
Arathi K.
Gabriela T.
Palo Alto, CA
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Tutor, Camp Counselor, Language Assistant, Mentor, And In-class Aide Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My first job was as a camp counselor at CMT in Palo Alto and I have since then been a tutor here in California and in Massachusetts while I was in college. I have also been an in-class aide and a short-term nanny for a family in San Francisco. Most recently I taught English to students aged 5-12 abroad in Spain. I am creative,...
Gabriela can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gabriela is amazing. She worked with us one summer and our 3 year old son loves her! Even now from time to time I ask her for part-time help. She is GREAT and any family will be lucky to have her!"
Anu H.
Hello! I'm a private childcare provider and early childhood educator with nearly a decade of experience working with children. I approach my work with a holistic, child-led, Reggio Emilia inspired lens.
Over the years, I have learned just how important play and care are to a child's development. I see the connection between...
Sheila can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
experienced nanny with experience in cleaning homes as well. willing to care for kids and play entertain them. pick after the kids
Obdulia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Fabiana, a compassionate and experienced nanny with over 2 years of childcare experience in Colombia, brings warmth and expertise to every family she works with. At 42, she's deeply committed to children's well-being and growth, describing herself as patient, positive, and kind. Fabiana enjoys making a positive impact on...
Hello, I am a 54-year-old who is looking for a full time Nanny job. I am around the Palo alto area. I am a mother of 4. I've worked as a nanny for over 14+years as daycare employee and as a nanny for various families. I am open to using my own car for dropping children at school, activities, play dates and pickups. I am a US...
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
I am very energetic. I use to teach, and still do here and there, at a kids gym called My Gym in San Carlos CA. I have been a nanny since I was 19 and I've taken care of kids from new born babies to kids at the age of 13. I usually work with babies, new born kids to ages 3 or 4. I have worked with twins as well. In the last 5...
Rynessa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have been babysitting for 7 years. I am very passionate about music, dance, sports, arts and crafts. Endorsed previous parents as a responsible, caring babysitter who goes out of the way to create a fun and safe. I've also worked as a housekeeper so I do have a lot experiences in cleaning and cooking that it is something that...
Blanca can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Caring an imagination is one of my favorite things to do The ability to guide children to express themselves and generate new ideas by storytelling using our imaginations to play in creating arts and crafts together.
Erika can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Ingrid H.
Palo Alto, CA
$22-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced & Loving Nanny | Childcare From Infants To Teens | Homework Help, Crafts, Meal Prep & More
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
an experienced and caring nanny with a passion for working with children of all ages, from infants through teenagers. I offer a wide range of services, including hands-on caregiving, tutoring assistance, light meal preparation, snack prep, and engaging in creative activities like crafts.
With a patient and nurturing approach, I...
Ingrid can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of experience working as a fulltime caregiver through agencies and private caregiver too, doing companion, help with showering, transfering from bed to wheelchair, prepare meals, taking out to activities, appointments, manage medications, redirect clients, etc
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Trustline Certified
My name is Abby, and I am an experienced, reliable, and loving nanny seeking a full time or part-time position in the peninsula. I have experience caring for children of various ages, from infants to school-aged kids. I am passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children can learn, grow, and...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
I have had the privilege of working with families of different backgrounds. I have come to learn that our common ground is the safe and well being of their children. I have had the experience to work with children in building confidence, loving-caring, positive, smart, children trough social interaction common everyday play. I...
Maria can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Experienced healthcare manager and companion care giver for seniors. I am well educated, very social, pleasant and highly organized. I maintain a healthy and super active lifestyle. As regards my interests, I am musically inclined, love gardening, arts and crafts and DIY projects. Having worked in both hospital and hospitality...
Arpita can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
I'd describe my personality as stable, mature, and collaborative
I like working with kids because they are fun, smart, and creative.
I'm looking for a job that provides a collaborative environment, stability, and good salary.
I started working with kids when I chose to study for a bachelor's degree in education.
In my...
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FAQs for finding nannies in Palo Alto, CA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Palo Alto, CA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Palo Alto, CA is as of is $28.06 per hour as of April, 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 Palo Alto, CA?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 87 in Palo Alto, CA. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Palo Alto, CA?
You can find different nanny services in Palo Alto through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Palo Alto, CA with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Palo Alto, CA nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Nannies in Palo Alto, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 115 reviews of the 87 listed nannies.