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98 newborn nannies are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby newborn nannies is 7 years
Newborn nannies in Santa Cruz, CA
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Stephanie B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$17-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Looking For Occasional Jobs And Full Time 1st Week Of April
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
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...
Care member
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello! My name is Claire . I moved to the Santa Cruz area two years ago to attend school. I am very peaceful, patient, lighthearted, and I love the outdoors. I have had 3 successful Care. com relationships since joining the website, as well as previous experience. I was a full-time nanny for a lovely 3-year-old, part time for 4...
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Payton P.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lu is a wonderful sitter. She is bilingual, clean, and my daughter enjoyed her company. I would hire her again. "
Care member
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...
I've babysat and nannied from as young as I could be responsible for another human! I love being around kids of all ages. I am a big fan of the outdoors and love to take kids to the park or the beach to play. I worked as a lifeguard for 4 years, so I feel comfortable watching kids swimming if needed. I am currently a psychology...
Anya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Amity W.
Santa Cruz, CA
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 23 years old and live in Santa Cruz for school. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I have 6 younger siblings so I've grown up taking care of children since I was little. I worked in a daycare for 3 years watching children from 6 months to 12 years old. After that, I went on to babysitting and some...
Amity can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
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:
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:
CPR
First Aid
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...
I have worked with various families for over 10 years . I have my marketing degree from San Jose state but always stuck with nannying because I love it !
I believe in creating a comfortable and safe environment for kids and love getting them involved in various life skill activities. I love cooking, baking and running errands...
Kalie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Melanie P.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I come from a family with eight siblings and have given child care for many friends over the years. Professionally I have worked as a nanny once for three kids and I took care of transportation, helped with homework, made meals, and even stayed the night a few times to get the kids to bed. I can work with any age range....
Melanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Alivia G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Alivia and I am 21 years old. I just graduated from San Francisco State with a bachelors degree in Child and Adolescent Development with a concentration in Elementary Education and a minor in Special Education. I am CPR certified, and I used to be a lifeguard/swim instructor for all ages for 5 years. My...
Alivia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Jade S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jade, I'm 23, 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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I was nervous to use this site but really needed last minute help for a date night. Jade was such a lifesaver. My kids loved her and she left our house cleaner than she found it! Will definitely be using her in the future. "
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Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Santa Cruz, CA
Stephanie B.
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 can only benefit from her services....
- Care member
Guadalupe F.
5.0
Lu is absolutely wonderful. My 11 month old loves her. She’s sweet, energetic, and playful. She is kind, friendly and great at adjusting to our routines and ways of doing things I’m so glad we found her.
- Karla S.
Jade S.
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 personal geographic relocation reasons...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Santa Cruz, CA
How much does a newborn nanny cost to hire near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Santa Cruz, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $24.63 per hour as of March, 2025. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.
How many night nannies for newborns are available to hire near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
There are 98 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Santa Cruz, CA on Care.com. You can also read 87 for newborn nannies near you.
How do I find a newborn nanny service near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
It’s easy to find a nanny for your newborn with Care.com. You can hire a nanny for newborn babies near you in Santa Cruz, CA. Not sure how to interview a nanny for a newborn? Prepare a list of questions in advance so you make sure you learn everything you need about each candidate to make your decision. You may also want to run an independent background check for extra peace of mind.
Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA newborn nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Newborn Nannies in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 87 reviews of the 98 listed newborn nannies.