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81 nannies are listed in Petaluma, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 8 years
Nannies in Petaluma, CA
5.0
(10)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
From a young age I knew that I wanted a career involving working with children. My experience began working in an after school care program while pursuing my education in childhood development (ECE). From there I began working as a Para Educator with special needs children in the public school systems before moving on to...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Megan is brilliant with children. I've known Megan 30 years and she's always worked in childcare. To this day, so many, now grown children whom she has cared for, still keep in touch with Megan as she develops beautiful bonds with the children she cares for. She...
Chalene C.
5.0
(16)
I'm Shannon and I am a career nanny with 8+ years experience, am a mom to 2-year-old M, and I have two bachelors degrees in Accounting and Nutrition, as well as 13 new credits in early childhood development. I have extensive childcare experience including nannying, tutoring, camp counselor, and now Mom. I am looking to join a...
Shannon can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shannon took care of 2 boys for a summer, and was a great help. She transported the boys to hockey practices, made sure both had all their gear, and took care of cooking meals afterwards. She is always on time and capable of handling multiple children at once,...
Derek G.
Catrina W.
Petaluma, CA
$33-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Warm, Conscientious, Reliable House Manager/Family Assistant
5.0
(11)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello beautiful families!
As a family assistant and nanny, I bring peace of mind to families large and small. I've taken loving care of children and their home dynamics since 2003. Being a house mama is a joy!
** Nanny Share rates start at $22/hr for two children **
Having raised my now adult daughter as a solo working...
Catrina can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"When I was on maternity leave with my second child, I needed some mother's help with the baby while my oldest was at school. I was lucky to find a local caretaker and fellow mother like Catrina. She came with raving reviews—both on Care.com but also from her...
Jess D.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! I am currently available for part time care. I absolutely love working with children of all ages. I have 10 years of babysitting and nanny experience, 5 years of family assistant experience, and 5 years of after school program leadership experience. I also have 5 years of tutoring experience and 10 years of pet care...
Mackenzie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mackenzie is amazing! She has watched our daughter for the last year. You know you have a good babysitter when your 18 month old yells, "KENZIE!!!" when she walks in the door. She is very attentive, sweet, and patient. She even helps out around the house! In...
Rebecca E.
5.0
(1)
Hi Parents, I'm a 26-year-old from Nashville, TN, now living in Petaluma since June. I'm looking for a full-time, 40-hour-a-week nanny position where I can create an enriching environment for the child to thrive in.
With 12 years of childcare experience, including 6 months as a preschool assistant teacher, I've had the...
Mason can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Macy is a kind, patient and levelheaded person. She likes to stay busy and likes things to be clean and orderly. She is very good at assessing a situation and taking action when needed."
Bama W.
Rachel M.
Petaluma, CA
$25-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rachel, and I am looking for a full time position as a nanny! I have babysat and nannied for several families, with children of all ages, and would love to be apart of yours!
Rachel can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel was a wonderful nanny for our 3 and 5 year old for 3 months over the summer. She is an excellent caregiver, helping our kids with art projects, imaginative games and taking them outdoors to play. Rachel always had a calming, organized presence and modeled...
Susan W.
Jaleesa L.
Petaluma, CA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Looking For Part-time Babysitting Jobs. Available On Weeknights And Occasional Weekends
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Currently a full time nanny for a family with 2 kids( aged 3 and 8) and have been a nanny for multiple families over the last 5+ years. The children's ages ranged newborn up to 12 years old. Activities included cleaning up the house, playing with, feeding, and changing the child while the parent worked, cooking and/or prep for...
Jaleesa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Jalessa is wonderful with our 2.5-year-old. She is energetic and playful and our little one loves to run around the house with her. She arrives on time, is communicative, flexible and even with last minute changes/requests. Looking forward to having her around for...
Chipper N.
Kayla G.
Petaluma, CA
$26-36/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience babysitting/nannying ranging from ages of newborn to 13 years old. I have experience driving kids to activities , picking them up from school, cooking, bathing the kids, helping with homework and helping with household chores as well as running errands.
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kayla is by far one of the best babysitters we have been privileged to have! She was always polite, on time, and never hesitated to stay longer if needed or adjust her schedule to accommodate our hectic and ever changing work week. Kayla was attentive to our boys...
Jacquelyn H.
Ana C.
Petaluma, CA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Ana. I am bilingual, yet my main language is Spanish. I am a professional nanny, and have been for over 15 years. I am also the mother of 3 adult young ladies. I have gained a lot of experience in the nanny field, both by raising my children and taking care of children of all ages. All the nanny positions I...
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ana has been our nanny for the past year and has been a joy to work with. She has cared for my daughter since she was 6 months old. I was so nervous to return to work and Ana made it a smooth transition. My daughter was refusing a bottle and Ana was able to get her...
Alicia T.
Ana P.
Petaluma, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Ana. I have over 15years of experience in babysitting/nannying in all ages ranging from newborns to older ages. I believe in hands-on interactive learning. Some of the things I enjoy doing while babysitting are reading, singing, dancing, art, or going outdoors on a walk. I also speak Spanish and would be willing to...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ana has worked for us as a babysitter to our daughter since she was 4 months old. She shows great knowledge of the appropriate childcare needs of our infant/toddler. I have had the highest confidence in her trustworthiness and judgment when leaving my child in her...
Jan C.
3.9
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Olivia and I am 23 years old. I have been babysitting for 12 years for family and family friends. I have been babysitting and nannying for 6-7 years on care. com. I am CPR, first aid and aed certified. I have a passion for working with kids and I can assure you your kids will be happy and safe the entire time they...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
First Aid
5.0
"We found our kid sitter! I don't know where to begin- I'm so thankful to have met Olivia. She was so accommodating, punctual and has a great personality. Our kids adored her, and are already asking when she'll be back. Thanks Olivia!"
Christi E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Sarah! Empathetic, creative, outdoor enthusiast, that loves connecting with kids and watching them grow.
Six years of experience working with children and adolescents in a variety of settings. I have nannied and babysat for multiple families and taught children's snowboard lessons. I've facilitated grief support groups...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah quickly responded to our last minute request for a date-night sitter. She arrived early despite the late notice and greeted our kids with great energy and enthusiasm. The kids had a great time playing with her and they even baked muffins! We would definitely...
Jenn S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, nice to meet you!
My name is Laura I have a combined experience of 4 years nannying for children and infants ages ranging from 4 months to 10 years. I have experience with both full-time care (40 hrs a week) for multiple children and an infant and part-time care. I have loved each experience I've had and have formed a...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Laura was the first nanny we've ever hired for our 6 month old (was 4 months old when she started) when my husband and I went back to work. As any parent can understand it is always nerve wracking to leave your child, especially with someone you've only just met....
Ashley L.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Catherine and I am Passionate about my career choice. As a nanny
and child development advocate I value the opportunity to help nurture all of the developmental milestones. I enjoy finding the individual differences in every child. My theory is summed up in one word, respect.
Catherine can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
Early Education
5.0
"Catherine is sweet and caring and goes above and beyond whenever possible. She takes initiative and my girls loved her."
Kameel F.
Hi, My name is Sierra and I am born and raised in the bay and have babysat for many families, Nannied full time, and was a special education teacher. I have worked in the special education field for the past eight years and I have been working with kids for over a decade in home as well as a full-time babysitter and nanny. I was...
Sierra can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Trustline Certified
As a Nanny and Certified Nursing Assistant I have honed my skills in providing exceptional care to children of various age groups ranging from infants to toddlers and elderly adults I take immense pride in creating a safe nurturing and stimulating environment for children under my supervision Through my previous roles as a...
Antoinette can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Hello, my name is Cassie . I am a 27-year-old Petaluma local and currently employed as a teacher at Our Lady of Loretto Elementary School in Novato. During the school year, I oversee a tutoring program for students in grades 4 through 8. With the summer break ahead, I'm eager to offer my assistance as a nanny to a family seeking...
Cassandra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I have a ton of experience working with kids, I used to nanny and babysit regularly all throughout college. I've also worked as a substitute teach in Sonoma County and at a Pediatric Dentistry (CPR certified). I love being active, creative projects, being outside and love pets. I was recently laid off and am taking a bit...
Jullea can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello family, My name is Mary and I would love the opportunity to be your nanny. I am passionate about having fun with children while providing them with a with a safe, creative and nurturing learning environment.
I have 20 years of experience working with parents and children as a parenting educator, mentor to elementary school...
Skills:
Early Education
Empathetic, nurturing, creative, and knowledgeable nanny with 13 years of experience caring for multiple children from birth and up. My philosophy is one that is highly driven by attachment theory, peaceful/ respectful parenting, and attachment parenting. I have excellent communication skills, knowledge of unconventional...
Tricia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Petaluma, CA
Megan T.
5.0
I knew from the moment I met Megan that she was the right fit for our family. She has an easygoing, yet take charge way about her and has been a warm and loving, yet firm caretaker for our children for the past six years. She has been with us since I went back to work when my daughter was four...
- Karen S.
Shannon A.
5.0
Shannon took care of 2 boys for a summer, and was a great help. She transported the boys to hockey practices, made sure both had all their gear, and took care of cooking meals afterwards. She is always on time and capable of handling multiple children at once, dealing with various ages (in this...
- Derek G.
Catrina W.
5.0
When I was on maternity leave with my second child, I needed some mother's help with the baby while my oldest was at school. I was lucky to find a local caretaker and fellow mother like Catrina. She came with raving reviews—both on Care.com but also from her references of other local families. We...
- Jess D.
Mackenzie M.
5.0
Mackenzie cane to my rescue with I needed someone short notice and early in the morning. Prompt communication and completely reliable. The kids love her and can't wait for her return. Another review said it well. It's what every mom wants in a sitter.
- Rebekah G.
Mason J.
5.0
Macy is a kind, patient and levelheaded person. She likes to stay busy and likes things to be clean and orderly. She is very good at assessing a situation and taking action when needed.
- Bama W.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Petaluma, CA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Petaluma, CA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Petaluma, CA is as of is $25.84 per hour as of March, 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 Petaluma, CA?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 82 in Petaluma, 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 Petaluma, CA?
You can find different nanny services in Petaluma 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 Petaluma, CA with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Petaluma, CA nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Nannies in Petaluma, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 83 reviews of the 81 listed nannies.