I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Sophie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very punctual and easy to communicate with. My little one liked her a lot and started showing her his favorite toys immediately. I felt comfortable leaving him with her!"
Need a summer nanny!? My name is Kennedy and I am a senior at Duke University studying biomedical engineering and am planning on starting my PhD at Johns Hopkins studying cell and molecular medicine in the fall. I am from the Bay Area so will be home for the summer and am looking for a job there. I currently babysit for many...
Kennedy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hi there! I'm a patient and loving nanny looking for a full-time position. I have six-plus years of experience working with children in both home and preschool learning spaces. I believe in positive reinforcement and providing a fun, loving environment that allows kids to be themselves. I am currently majoring in Child...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were nervous to have someone other than family watch our little ones for the first time, but Mary Kate was so wonderful with them. She has watched our now 3 year old and 6 year old many times and they absolutely adore her. She is calm, reliable, and attentive. I...
I'm not a professional nanny, but a large part of my life is connected with children. I'm attentive, careful and responsible. I have 16 years old daughter, and I am proud of her. Due to the war in Ukraine, I had to temporarily leave my home for the safety and education of my daughter, now she is an excellent student in the 10th...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Anna has worked with us and our little ones for several months now. She is communicative, helpful and resourceful. Has helped with many things around the house on top of looking after our little ones. She also makes great cookies 🍪 "
Hi! I'm a 20-year-old student in college working on getting my Veterinary Technology degree. I've worked with kids in summer camps every summer from 2014 to 2018 and I have two years of paid experience with nannying. My experience includes picking up the kids from school and taking them to after school activities, making...
5.0
"On time. Very sweet. Proactive and attentive with my 18 month old. Had a very good experience and would book again!"
I very much enjoy working with children and supporting them in their academic and social settings through their developmental stages. It is very satisfactory to watch children learn and grow and to reach their potential and to engage them in age-appropriate developmental activities such as arts & crafts projects, board games,...
Gabriele can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Gabriele worked part time with our family, caring for our very busy 1 year old. I love her engagement with him (knowing how to distract him when grumpy and how to encourage his learning with age-appropriate games), and she showed great attention to details, making...
Hello, my name is Jackie, I live in Los Altos Hills. I love working with kids. I have 2 years experience working with children and babies ages newborn to 7years old. CPR certified. Love to do out door activities with the kids. Easily connect with kids and enjoy spending time with them.
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jackie is a very calm and loving care giver and she connected so well with my 6 year old. She made her feel very loved."
I have experience babysitting as well as coaching children ages 2-13 in gymnastics. With the younger children, my job focused on developmental skills and self esteem building. I designed my own lesson plans and learned to customize each child's experience in accordance to their needs. I took active leadership roles in numerous...
I have worked in neonatal intensive care unit at hospital for 4years as a baby nurse . I have been providing baby care training to mothers I love spending time with babies I would happy that families feel comfortable and able to trust me while I take care of their apple of eyes .
I'd describe my personality as
Highly motivated
Honest
Responsible
I like working with kids because
I love taking care of their needs when they aren't able to manage by themselves.
I love how honest they're how I earn their love and how this love grows in their heart.
I'm looking for a job that
I really like to feel...
I am very interested in the nanny position. I have been working with children for many years in different capacities. I love help them explore, learn and grow. My total teaching and administrative experience with both preschool and children in family care as a nanny exceeds 20 years. I am holding a Master Teacher and a Site...
My name is sarahi, I'm currently completing my studies in Early Childhood and working as an after-school teacher. I have 6+ years working with children in general and special education.
Sarahi can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, easy going, and silly!
I like working with kids because they are super fun and I get along with them! I am a very patient girl and find it easy to chat and take care of the children, as I always try to work with them!
I'm looking for a job that is at max childcare for 2 children....
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I enjoy playing games with kids and doing arts and crafts. I have experience working with young children and toddlers and am comfortable with dogs
Kiarra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
I'd love to work for you!! I love kids, I've been babysitting my whole life and even moved to Mexico for 5 months to teach English to kids. I'm fun, creative, athletic, punctual, and trustworthy. I'd love to meet you!:))
Gracie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
We believe that providing loving, attentive and educational care in first 5 years of a child's life is the stepping stone for a bright & happy future. By providing high quality childcare in an intimate and family oriented center, we form a bond with each child in our care. We truly love helping...
Gymboree Play & Music-Rancho Shopping Center in Los Altos, California is a child care center that offers play-based education and child development programs for children ages 0 to 5 years old. Gymboree Play & Music provides their services to infants, toddlers, and preschool children. The company’s...
Ventana School is a private child facility located at 1040 Border Road, Los Altos, CA that strives to maintain high standards in rendering child care services. Their center makes sure that their facilities are well-maintained and meets, if not surpasses, regulations set by the State of California.
Baby World Inc is a child care facility based in Los Altos, California that offers early care and education programs for preschool children. The company’s infant program is designed for newborns and toddlers while the company’s preschool program is structured for kids two years of age and up. The...
Yikes Tikes! provides a high-quality, inclusive early learning environment for children ages 2 to 4.9 years old. Our state-of-the-art program takes its inspiration from the Reggio Emilia approach to preschool education, which gives parents, teachers, children equal voice in the learning...
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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Los Altos, CA
Sophie A.
5.0
Very punctual and easy to communicate with. My little one liked her a lot and started showing her his favorite toys immediately. I felt comfortable leaving him with her!
- Kristina Z.
Mary G.
5.0
We were nervous to have someone other than family watch our little ones for the first time, but Mary Kate was so wonderful with them. She has watched our now 3 year old and 6 year old many times and they absolutely adore her. She is calm, reliable, and attentive. I would recommend her to any parent.
- Alicia R.
Anna S.
5.0
Anna has worked with us and our little ones for several months now. She is communicative, helpful and resourceful. Has helped with many things around the house on top of looking after our little ones. She also makes great cookies 🍪
- Marko C.
Darya I.
5.0
On time. Very sweet. Proactive and attentive with my 18 month old. Had a very good experience and would book again!
- Care member
Gabriele M.
5.0
Gabriele worked part time with our family, caring for our very busy 1 year old. I love her engagement with him (knowing how to distract him when grumpy and how to encourage his learning with age-appropriate games), and she showed great attention to details, making sure he was cared for in the way...
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FAQs for finding child care near you in Los Altos, CA
How much is child care near me in Los Altos, CA?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $27.74 per hour as of May 2024. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in Los Altos, CA?
Care.com currently has 47 child care providers near you in Los Altos, CA. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Los Altos, CA and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Los Altos, CA that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Los Altos, CA child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Los Altos, CA, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Los Altos, CA and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Los Altos, CA in May, 2024?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.
Ratings for Los Altos, CA child care providers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Child Care Providers in Los Altos, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 59 listed child care providers.