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118 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
Hi! My name is Kennedy and I hope to be your nanny one day! I love children and feel my life is complete when I am around them. I come from a very large family where kids are always present, and my comfort level is great due to this. I have experience with newborns to toddlers and love to help them navigate the world in their...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My family lives in Aptos and we adore Santa Cruz county! I have three children (21, 18, and 16) and would love the opportunity to help you with your children. I have experience with raising a family and was a preschool teacher in Georgia for 5 years. Besides teaching, I love kids and babies. I have been with the same...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I love working with kids! With my experience as a medical assistant in a Pediatrics office, I was able to learn how to handle tricky situations and de escalate issues when handling with children. I love spending time with them and being a helping hand to busy parents!
Estelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I'm 28 and have been babysitting on and off since I was 12. I have been a Montessori kindergarten and preschool teacher, as well as a kindergarten yoga teacher. I absolutely adore children; they are truly magical! I am a creative writer and a yogi. Into mediation, yoga and lovin on my dog!
Rae can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Hi there! I'm a career nanny who's been working in the field for 3 years now! I've also worked as an Infant TA + Preschool TA, and years of babysitting experience (along with stellar references)! I love long stroller walks to the beach, playing at the park, and setting up sensory activities for your kiddo! My most current...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I began taking care of children when I was 11. I was a nanny for a 3-month-old girl until she was 9 and I also took care of her mother who was ill and her grandparents as they aged. I have two daughters of my own and I am a natural caregiver who finds great joy in nurturing young ones and helping them discover and learn hands...
Robin can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Mara W.
Santa Cruz, CA
$26-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Enthusiastic, Happy And Caring Childcare Worker Looking For Full Time Nanny Job In Santa Cruz Area!
Hello!
My name is Mara, and I'm looking for a private nanny job in the Santa Cruz area. I am looking for a job that is at least 30-40 hours a week, and I'm hoping to take care of 1-3 kids at a time. My experience is mostly with ages 12-24 months, but I have experience with 6-12 months, toddlers, pre-k and grade school. I am...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am 36, born and raised in Santa Cruz, CA. I have lots of experience with children of all ages. I have worked many years in the medical and dental field. I now work at the Santa Cruz public library in downtown Santa Cruz I have decided that I want to get back into being a nanny or babysitter. I enjoy very much being around kids...
Devon can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
I'm passionate, motivated and energetic! I enjoy creating a safe, fun and supportive environment for kiddos and their families. I have multiple years of experience caring for infants to teenagers. I also enjoy doing other household tasks such as light cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, cooking and dog walking. I just graduated...
Alissa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sidney H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! Interested In Getting Into More Babysitting/nanny After School And After Work.
Hello! My name is Sidney. Born and raised in the Santa Cruz area i've always been surrounded by little ones and love taking care of and making sure they always have a smile on their face! I also have great organizational skills if you are ever interested in help with cleaning, organizing and even cooking! I'm very excited for...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm Saia, a responsible big sister of three who loves working with kids and creating environments where they can learn, grow, and have fun! I have grown up babysitting all throughout high school and recently worked as a camp counselor at Camp Galileo Berkeley for kids ages 4-12. I am passionate about art, reading, and nature...
Saia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jacqueline (she/her) I am a student at cabrillo college with a major in Early Childhood Development and Education, I've been babysitting on and off since I was 11 but started taking it seriously as a career path about 4 years ago. I have always felt like I am a child at heart and that's why I love working with...
Hi, my name is Bridget! I have been babysitting and teaching dance classes to kids ages 2-12 for about 7 years off and on. I love doing fun activities like arts and crafts, dancing, being outdoors, and reading with kids. I can help with homework, housework, and rides/carpooling. I recently graduated from CSUMB with a BS. in...
Bridget can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have been working in preschool for about a 10 years. About a year ago I worked in the infant room at a school. Currently I am working in an elementary class as a 1:1 aide.
I have about 17 years of experience with children. Before I became a teacher, I used to babysit for three boys, two of them from birth up. I can...
Amy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creativity and friendly nature, allows me to connect with children on a personal level. I believe in open communication with parents...
Nehalem can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As an accounting professional and proud aunty, I miss working with kids as I did all through my school years. While saving for my wedding, I'm excited to be back to care. com to build on 10+ years of childcare experience. I appreciate working with all ages and meeting each little human where their age, interest, or style calls....
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I'd describe my personality as playful, curious, and supportive. In my spare time, I like to make art, boulder, tide pool, and swing dance. I'm looking for a job that allows me to work with kids and study to be a Pediatric Occupational Therapist.
I started working with kids when my childhood home was converted to a preschool!...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
My name is Laila.
I am a Santa Cruz County resident for the last 30 years.
I graduated from UCSC with a Biology degree.
I have experience caring for infants and toddlers at Santa Cruz Children Center and at UCSC childcare center while attending college.
My recent experience has been working with families caring for their kids...
Laila can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi(: I hope my profile finds you well, my names Lindsay I'm from Santa Cruz California and in my time living here I've done many different care programs from working in my churches daycare I attended as a young adult to babysitting. My current job for the last 2 years of my adult career has been in the school system I'm...
Lindsay can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a nanny with infants and toddlers for the last 5 1/2 years and my most recent infant will need only part-time care for the summer. I started working with infants and toddlers from 1987 to 1998 when I ran a licensed family daycare and then as a nanny for four families with infants. In all cases, I stayed from...
Lynnette can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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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 $24.17 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 118 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 70 reviews of the 118 listed nannies.