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Find nannies in Santa Cruz, CA that you’ll love
119 nannies are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Santa Cruz, CA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Hannah,
I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old. Some of my responsibilities included: picking ups/drop offs and occasional meal prep. When I left for college, I got a job in retail as a sales associate. I really enjoyed working with my co-workers and I learned a number of skills: communication,...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Eve M.
Santa Cruz, CA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! As well as extensive family experience with nieces and nephews I have professional experience as a part time babysitter as well as a daily visit nanny and live-in aupair. I was a ballroom dance instructor, play the ukulele, sing, paint, draw, garden, enjoy building and puzzle based activities and more. I love sharing my love...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Zoey H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Zoey. I am trained as a support care aid for children and adults with disabilities, and am very passionate about the care world! I lived in London, England in 2018 as a live in nanny for two children. I also lived in Castro Valley, California as a live in nanny for two children with ASD. I am moving to Santa...
Aurelia G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Aurelia, and I am looking for a part time nanny job as a first time nanny applicant. I'm the oldest of 5 siblings, with years of babysitting experience, as well as First Aid and CPR training. I am comfortable with kids of all ages, and large families with multiple kids. I am skilled at cooking, cleaning,...
Aurelia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Amber H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! With over 10+ years of experience in child care it is needless to say I have a passion for children and their development. From volunteering in the children's ministries at church, to baby sitting the neighborhood kids, to becoming the family nanny my professional experience has been nothing shy of rewarding. Pre covid...
Amber can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Giuli is my nick name, 27 years old. I have plenty of experience and references for nanny jobs , I am infant qualified and absolutely loooove to work with kids!! I am bilingual (Spanish -English) and also know some sign language from classes I took while taking care of twin babies. I am currently working as a nanny for a lovely...
Giuliana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Pearl B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$22-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
have been caring for young children for about 7 years. I most recently was a full time
Nanny for a child as she grew from 4months all the way to 1. 5 years old. I love working with kids and can help with anything from Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
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Pearl can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents my names Cassie! I am a 24-year-old experienced nanny. I love all things outdoors, arts, music, and reading. I have done child care for about 6 years. I have loads of experience working with children from the ages 3 and up. I have worked at daycares, teaching kids how to snowboard, tutoring and co-teaching...
Cassie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am an experienced nanny and childcare provider who is trained in CPR and First Aid.
I currently am working as a behavioral technician for children on the spectrum in a school setting. As summer begins I am looking for a job that offers more hours than my current role.
Working with children is my passion and every age...
Sierra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for children ages 1-12 for four years and I love it! I am reliable and am very good at keeping kids occupied through games, crafts, reading, etc. I have received my Associates degree in Communications, and am continuing studying at UCSC in preparation for a career in teaching or social work.
Serena can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Rosazel A.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Rosie! I recently moved to SC and I'm looking fill in my schedule, particularly with some evenings and weekends.
A little about me: I grew up in Maine but have been working in Santa Barbara as a live-in nanny for the past four years, as well as nannying in Maine for about five years before that. I got my AS...
Rosazel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Julia and I am seeking a part-time nanny position.
In 2019, I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Minor in Child and Family Development from San Diego State University. From August 2019-May 2020 I worked at an elementary school as a Kindergarten Instructional Aide. This past fall, I assisted a...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Gabrielle S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Gaby! I'm a third year student who is looking for nannying/babysitting work. I have 8 years of experience with babysitting and childcare, as well as being employed at a daycare center. I have weekend as well as some weekday availability. Feel free to reach out!
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Josephine Z.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Am So Excited To Provide My Care For A Loving And Caring Family!
I am fully vaccinated. I have been taking care of a little boy ever since he was 10 months old and he will be 3 in June! He is starting school in August, so I'm looking for a new loving family to partner with to help care for their little ones. I am looking for a full time nanny position starting anytime in September. I am...
Josephine can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
Payton P.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been in childcare for around 6 years now. I specialize in children ages 1-7. My most previous jobs were nannying two children ages 3 and 6, as well as nannying a 19 month year old. I recently graduated and now am a first year at Cabrillo Community College. I recently moved to SC and am seriously missing the playfulness of...
Payton can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Jocelyn F.
Santa Cruz, CA
$31/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a kind, patient, fun, nurturing nanny that has been helping families thrive internationally since 2014. Different ways I have provided care are doing laundry, preparing healthy meals, cleaning and organizing, helping with homework, giving baths, running errands, transportation to events, activities, school and appointments...
Jocelyn can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Arika B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Arika and I am a college graduate located in Live Oak, Santa Cruz. I have a Bachelor's degree in Family & Consumer Science. I have two years experience as a nanny and personal assistant to a family with two young boys!
I am fully vaccinated & boosted against Covid-19. I am CPR certified. I have an Audi q5 for...
Arika can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Patience H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 20 years of experience in the child care industry. I have worked in center type settings, in home preschools, as a nanny, and as a day care owner myself. I currently work in a well known childcare center in Santa Cruz as a part time teacher. I have a 12-year-old son and a 18-month-old son. I am currently looking for...
Patience can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Rosalie H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$28-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Most of my experience has been in teaching outdoor education at various outdoor schools to 5th/6th grade, elementary school garden teaching K-5th, and working in a preschool with 3-5-year-olds. I have also been a private nanny for 2 different families. I have 10+ years of experience in this field.
Ideally, I can find a family...
Rosalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding nannies in Santa Cruz, CA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Santa Cruz, CA is as of is $24.02 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 119 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 Rating4.5 / 5
Nannies in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 84 reviews of the 119 listed nannies.