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117 nannies are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Santa Cruz, CA
5.0
(16)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My specialty is newborn thru preschool and twins. Sleep training, weaning, introducing solids, and potty training. I am a playmate and mentor as well as a source of love and nurturing. I do insist upon good respectful behavior and being mindful of ourselves and the world around us. Especially when out in public. It's how we stay...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Melissa is focused on child development, educational interactions and exploration. "
Jill C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working as a nanny for over 18 years but my experience in childcare started many years before, first as a babysitter in the evenings, over summer break, and on weekends, then later as a full time nanny. My skills as a multi-tasker and self starter include organizing, tidying, food preparation, cooking, and childcare...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa works for our family part-time. She is an incredible member of our team and has over 10 years of nanny experience. She has never been late and has tons of advice and tips for first-time moms. I'd give her 6 stars if it was an option."
Liz F.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey parents! I'm Rebeca, a 27-year-old college graduate from Sacramento State with a degree in Psychology and Sociology. With 7 years of experience, I've nannied for children ranging from 3 months to 14 years old and have established long-term relationships with multiple families. I'm currently immersed in the Arts, working for...
Rebeca can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Rebeca has been such a wonderful nanny to our baby girl. She started working for us when our daughter was 4 months old and she has been a patient and loving caregiver. She has dealt with all of the major milestones and challenges of infancy and always works to make...
Kate B.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I'm very active (lots of walks, and dancing), trustworthy, caring, patient, loving, punctual, dependable, compassionate, happy, easy going, nurturing, mindful, attentive, hands-on, present, have a positive attitude, upbeat and a good sense of humor, energetic, fun and a very reliable nanny. I will focus on the healthy continued...
Carolyn can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carolyn was a nanny for our family for 4 years. She cared for my two boys as though they were her own and truly became part of our family. We are so grateful to have had her in our lives. We relied on her-- both us parents working-- and she never let us down....
Sara C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As an experienced childcare professional with 18 years of experience, I have developed a strong foundation in creating engaging and structured environments for children. My expertise includes CPR and first aid certifications, which I regularly update. My experience with pools has allowed me to become well-versed in water safety,...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very spunky and loving girl. She is amazing with children and she always goes out of her way in order to make sure children are safe and happy! She has a very big heart and wonderful personality!"
Tyler C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Sydney. I am a 26-year-old female, who has a deep passion for kids and creating. I am a 500 Hour advanced Yoga Instructor and surf instructor. I worked at the YMCA care center for two summers, where I was a lifeguard and swim instructor for kids of all ages. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I love arts and...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sydney was very good with my then 6 month old son. She always found ways to interact and play with him and he was very fond of her. She took any direction well and kept him on his schedule . She always arrived on time and was flexible with my changing needs. She...
Traci M.
5.0
(3)
My name is Brittney and I have over 20+ years of full-time experience with infants, toddlers, children of all ages and families of all sizes. My life is fulfilled through my work with children and their families.
I am CPR/First-Aid certified, a non-smoker and have a valid driver's license. I love to cook, play outdoors, read,...
Brittney can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Brittany is an excellent communicator and is always willing to go that extra step to help make our lives less stressful. She is attentive to our children's needs. Brittany listens and talks with our children in a way that they respect and listen to her. We value...
Adrianne B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for 25 plus years, in schools, facilities and privately. My last 12 years have been specialized in newborn to preschool. This age group is such a magical age, and I love exploring it with them! I am adapt in developmental stages/leaps. I love teaching children about the outdoors, music...
Ryuun can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Ryuun part time while our full-time nanny was out on medical leave and she was WONDERFUL! She got up to speed quickly and helped make an otherwise stressful situation much less so. She was a delightfully calming presence and got along very well with our...
Ashley P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 29 years old and am registered by the state of California as a Registered Nurse. Healthcare Provider CPR, PALS, ACLS, NRP, ONCC and IV certified. I also have multiple references along with a full clear background check. Special Skills Include: Fluent in American Sign Language and Tutor in all levels of math/science grades...
Kendra can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kendra is great with our 10 month old. She has a great attitude and can be fun and stimulating or comforting and get him down for long naps. She is dependable and trustworthy. She is also great with our two dogs who can be a handful. We're lucky to have her!"
Jessica K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*** Please note: my rate is $50/hour. Thank you! ***
My name is Henry, and I have been working with kids my entire life. As the eldest of three boys, I cared for my brothers from a young age. I have spent 12 years as a counselor leading campers aged 8-17, and I have worked with kids as young as 4 in an after-school program. I...
Henry can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Henry was great - he did a wonderful job with our kids, and we would definitely hire him again."
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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, meal prep, light cleaning, 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...
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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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Early Education
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.
Ana-maria O.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 21-years old and just got back from studying in the Netherlands. I'm waiting to do another program later this year and am looking to nanny in-between! In 2021, while waiting for school to begin, I had the amazing chance to nanny for an adorable 6-month-old. I took care of her for 6 months and cooked and cleaned for the...
Ana-maria can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ana is the best! She mature beyond her years and is such a delight to have around the house. She cared for our baby from 7mo to 12mo through some pretty tough stages. Ana is a great cook, super organized, and always enthusiastic to help."
Alice F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I love kiddos! I've worked as a nanny, teacher, and camp counselor for countless families, schools, and camps over the years and have always found working with children to be a source of joy and light. Naturally a caretaker, I also love animals of all kinds and pride myself on being gentle yet firm, calm but fun, adaptable,...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren was our 2-3 day a week Nanny and was wonderful. The kids loved her, she is good with dogs, punctual, dependable and communicates well. I would still employ Lauren, but she is a student and went home for the summer. Would recommend."
Rebecca O.
Stephanie B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Looking For Occasional Jobs And Full Time 1st Week Of April
5.0
(1)
I have been working with kids in different settings (daycare + nannying) for a little over 6 years now. I'm CPR certified and bilingual Portuguese/English, I do have my own transportation. I have extensive infant experience on bottle feeding, nap routine, engaging activities/outings, solid introduction and I felt comfortable...
Stephanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie is highly reliable and brings her warm, loving nature to your home and children. She is extremely motivated and creative and helps nurture both of those qualities in your little ones even as early as 4 mths. You will not be sorry, you and your little one...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have spent most of my teenage-early 20's as a nanny/babysitter. I am use to watching two to four kids at a time. I have three nephews and a niece that I love and watch a couple times a month a long with a couple of other families. As a nanny I loved to take the kids to different parks, water parks, swimming pools, bike rides,...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Rachel was our nanny for our 3 and 5 year old for nearly a year. She was an amazing caregiver who was sweet, caring, attentive, and very responsible. She always kept the kids busy with fun activities like arts and crafts, riding bikes and scooters outdoors, taking...
Laura S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Guadalupe, but you can call me Lu. I am a bilingual Mexican nanny with over 3 years of experience working with children of all ages. Currently, I am caring for babies and have a total of 10 years experience in summer camps, dance classes.
I am an active person who loves to learn every
day, takes my responsibilities...
Guadalupe can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lu has been our live-in au pair for the past 2+ years and no matter where she goes or what she does from here, she will always remain a treasured and beloved part of our family. From the moment Lu first walked through our door, our already loving-household has...
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Viviane W.
Santa Cruz, CA
$32-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.9
(8)
My name is Viviane, I'm 35 years old and I'm from Brazil. I'm graduated in social communication.
You'll find that I am a very loving, patient, and independent person. I have my own car and am happy to provide references and answer any questions you may have.
CPR/First Aid trained
6 years of experience (For the last 4 years I...
Viviane can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Vivi is absolutely amazing; she took care of our twin boys from the time they were 10 months old until they went to preschool, and again at any opportunity we had to have her watch them. My boys love her and still ask to see her all the time. She checks every box -...
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Jade S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My name is Jade, I'm 22, and live in Long Beach. I'm a psychology major and have some early morning classes this semester, but the rest of my schedule is all clear! I've been working as a nanny since the moment I turned 18. I have two years of experience working in children's theatre and am skilled in creative and educational...
Jade can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jade was an absolutely wonderful nanny that I’d highly recommend. She was professional, a consistent lovely attitude and demeanor, delightful with our kids, always on time, always tidy…really an ideal addition to our family who we were sorry to see leave for...
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Santa Cruz, CA
Melissa M.
5.0
Violet worked for us for over 2 years. She was incredibly dependable, punctual, and flexible- we often asked her to stay late or cover extra days and she worked hard to help us do so. She cares very much about her job as your child's teacher and it shows in the thought she puts into activities with...
- Alisha S.
Melissa Z.
5.0
Melissa works for our family part-time. She is an incredible member of our team and has over 10 years of nanny experience. She has never been late and has tons of advice and tips for first-time moms. I'd give her 6 stars if it was an option.
- Liz F.
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.
Rebeca E.
5.0
Rebeca has been such a wonderful nanny to our baby girl. She started working for us when our daughter was 4 months old and she has been a patient and loving caregiver. She has dealt with all of the major milestones and challenges of infancy and always works to make sure our baby is entertained....
- Kate B.
Carolyn M.
5.0
Carolyn was great with two young kids who were not used to being away from their parents. She put them at ease right away and the kids said they had a great time with her!
- Matt P.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Santa Cruz, CA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Santa Cruz, CA is as of is $24.18 per hour as of December, 2024. 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 117 in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
You can find different nanny services in Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz, CA with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Nannies in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 69 reviews of the 117 listed nannies.