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84 nannies are listed in San Marcos, CA
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in San Marcos, CA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Riley. I graduated high school in 2022 and live in San Marcos. I have been babysitting on and off for about 5 years now. I've been taking care of kids more consistently since graduation - including the last year with a family that has a 2 and a 3-year-old. the 3-year-old has mild autism and apraxia.
Some of my...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My boys call Riley the GOAT of all sitters and I have to agree, she really is the greatest of all time. Reliable, punctual, personable and so kind and engaging with the kids. I feel so comfortable knowing Riley is watching my boys, my pets and my house. She’s a...
Hannah Jane N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Aloha, My name is Katy and I have been a nanny for 10 plus years. I am CPR and Cda Certified. I have also cared for children with special needs. I truly love caring for children. It is definitely a passion of mine. I grew up surrounded by teachers so helping children learn and grow has been part of me.
Katy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Katy is a fantastic care giver. She is patient and always kind and loving. She started watching my son when he was very young when I went back to work. It was a relief to know that he was with someone I trusted and someone that my son adored. My son N. loves her...
Kim C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 18 years of experience as a sitter / nanny for kids of all ages, from 6-weeks to 17-years-old. Currently, I spend most of my free time with my friends' kids and love nothing more. I also have been a camp counselor and girls' soccer coach and love crafts, sports, puzzles, legos, cooking and baking.
Meagan can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
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I am so grateful for Meagan and the care she has taken for my children! Meagan is a unicorn babysitter. She’s both responsible and reliable but also super fun for kids! She’s assertive but warm, and has such a gift for working with children. She can handle any...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
My name is Sarahi. I would be a great nanny for your wonderful family. I have tons of experience, me being a babysitter since the age of 14 and a nanny for many years, also being a primary teacher at my local church. I am very responsible, honest, and reliable and always on time. I can also work around the...
Sarahi can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sarahi worked for us for 2 years and was a wonderful addition to our family. She cared for our toddler like he was her own, was on-time, dependable and a loving caretaker. Even after Sarahi stopped working for us (we no longer needed a nanny), we've kept in touch...
Stephanie R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I love kids and am currently attending nursing school to become a pediatric nurse. I have over 14 years is experience with child care. I have watched all ages, from newborn to teenagers. I am very experienced with all things kids, from changing diapers, developmental stages, and helping with homework. I am CPR certified,...
Julissa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Julissa is our family's favorite nanny! Right from the beginning, my son connected with her and they built a special bond. When I had my 2nd child, she would watch both boys and did an amazing job taking care for them. Julissa is punctual, responsible, fun and...
Ivy D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
Thank you for visiting my profile. I have countless years of experience with children from newborns to 16 years of age. I have experience in being a nanny, tutor and household manager. I have been with my current family for the past 2. 5 years (started when boys were ages 6 m & 2) and before that I was a nanny/ household...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Heather is one of the most amazing humans I've ever met. Seriously. The fact that she seamlessly transitioned into our crazy, blended family, helped us raise our twins (my husband traveled a lot for work and I often had to work long hours) from when they were about...
Brooke V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Melanie, and I absolutely love this rewarding career! I have five years of professional nanny experience, substitute teaching experience, and nursery care. I feel my B. A., coursework in elementary teaching, and early childhood development classes have given me a broad perspective on how to care for children...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melanie was our nanny for our 2 year old daughter. Melanie was very patient and caring. She played games with her inside and out, went for walks, did art projects, read books and sang songs. Melanie was always willing to take on any task I requested. She was very...
Alexandra K.
Heather M.
San Marcos, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Very Caring And Compassionate Nanny Available Full-Time, Part-Time Or As Needed
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience working with kids. Growing up, my mom ran a daycare in our home for 15 years. I helped out with the kids every day. I also watch my 1-year-old nephew and 3-year-old niece a few times a week. I have years of experience babysitting kids of all ages. I have been a mentor to foster kids for several...
Heather can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My daughter still asks about Heather! We have Heather as a back-up babysitter and love how dependable and interactive she is. She brought a sense of comfort and loads of experience to the job! Thank you, Heather!"
Destiny R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Olivia. I am loving, nurturing, trustworthy person. I have experience with newborns to 13 years old. I also have experience with children with disabilities. I am available for immediate hire. Professional, reliable and a great in multitasking. I have worked with children for over 13 years. l interact with children by...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia has worked for me for occasional babysitting and date night. She is very friendly, has great energy and the children like her. Once the kids are in bed Olivia helped pick up - we were so pleased to come home to a clean house. We will definitely use Olivia in...
Dami R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Carol can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carol helped care for our newborn son for 3.5 years and newborn daughter for 6 months. My children LOVE "Miss Carol" and she would still be working with us had we not moved out of state. She is caring, fun, knowledgeable (honestly could be a teacher!) and extremely...
Jennifer S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I qualified in the UK as a Nursery Nurse. Have over 20 years experience and finished my Supervised Visitation Monitor here in San Diego. I'm very down to earth love kids and have a great work ethic.
I am looking to work with a family where we can all respect each other and work together in the best interest of the kids.
I love...
Alison can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Alison looked after my 2 kids when I had a last minute, overnight business trip. She was dependable, flexible and the kids were really happy when I returned. She was comforting, fun and engaged. Would definitely use again!"
Sunil R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working and caring for children for about 20 years. At age 13, I started babysitting for a family with two girls. My duties for the family included picking the girls up from school, driving them to their activities, cooking well-balanced meals, helping with light housekeeping, assisting with laundry, reading, and...
Rachelle can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We absolutely love Rachelle! She does a wonderful job with our children, and we feel blessed to have her watching them!"
Lance G.
Kathleen B.
San Marcos, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time/Part-Time Loving, Dependable, Energetic, Accommodative, Nurturing And Prompt.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 15+ years of experience as a nanny. I have an extensive background in working with newborns through teens. I am CPR and First aid certified and have been live scan fingerprinted and TB skin tested. I have been a preschool volunteer assistant, worked at the elementary level as a teacher's aide, been involved with various...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Kathy has been such a blessing for us. She is so good with my toddler son and really has given him the patience and attention to nurture his personal development. She has a ton of experience watching and teaching young kids and it really shows. My son always lights...
Nicole G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've worked with children ages 1-12 years of age for 5 years, my experience setting came from a daycare/preschool as well as being a full time nanny. In my experience I've learned to understand the vital role of developing a young one's mind as stepping stones for a successful future. I'm very well with multitasking a set...
Ariana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"such an amazing nanny to our children! she is very loving and very kind and will always put the health and welfare of your child first. she loved taking our kiddos to the park and just doing simple crafts with them!! over all so amazing!!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hi there, I'm Patsy, and I have been caring for children for 20+ years as a babysitter, nanny and as a mother of five children. I believe in creating a fun environment, I am passionate about providing nurturing, loving care for children in order to help them grow and learn. I'm also very organized and I strive to create a clean,...
Patsy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Patsy has been our son's full-time nanny from March 2022 to the present. She started caring for our son when he was just 5 months old. As first-time parents, returning to work full-time made us anxious, and finding the right person we could trust to care for our...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lakayla I am a college grad with a degree in psychology & minor in criminal justice. I am a military brat to a retired marine so I spent my childhood moving every four years so my adaptation skills are stellar. I've spent most of my life here in Southern California but have been to many places. I am a Christian,...
Lakayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Trustline Certified
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My 4 month old doesn't see too many people but with Lakayla she just lights up and Lakayla is always on time and texts me so I don't miss little things while I'm at work or date night"
Briana D.
Brooke T.
San Marcos, CA
$25-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! With over 8 years of experience in childcare I have developed a passion for fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. In my previous roles as a nanny, I've had the pleasure of caring for children of various ages, ranging from babies of a few months to pre-teens. Thank you for considering my...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"What a blessing Brooke has been to our family! I instantly knew upon meeting her, she was someone I could rely on, and she surely proved that her first week helping us out. She's patient, kind, and conscious of what my children engage in, watch, consume, and speak...
Miranda T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with all ages of kids and providing childcare is something that I have become passionate about. I am looking for something full time with a guaranteed schedule and hours. I am open to adding date nights in the schedule on top of my regular hours! I have been a nanny my entire college career and have built close...
Katelynn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katelyn is very caring and was wonderful with my 2 month baby girl. She was very careful with handling newborns and attentive to the baby’s needs when crying, hungry, diaper changes, or just to play with. She eased my anxiety so I could rest and get ready to head...
Jenny N.
Nathaly H.
San Marcos, CA
$18-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a second-year sociology student at California State University, San Marcos. Additionally, I'm training to work as a pediatric nurse! I have a lot of childcare experience; I used to watch my cousins, nieces, and nephews when they were young. I also spent around 2. 5 years watching a 3-year-old child and her older brother, who...
5.0
"She is organized, detail oriented, kind, responsible and a hug support to us. She was also flexible. We are grateful for her help:)"
Jolene S.
Erendira R.
San Marcos, CA
$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I am a responsible caring and trustworthy.
I started working as a teacher aid in Daycare center and I've been working with families as a nanny with over 10 years of experience by providing a safe supervised and nurturing environment. I have experience working with infants, twins and growing children.
I have a pediatric CPR...
Erendira can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Miss Eren is amazing!! She is engaging, and also taught my daughters Spanish. They love her and would chase her car down the street when she left for the day. She had a calm presence in our home and wasn't disruptive even when we worked from home. She is soft...
Katie Jo K.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in San Marcos, CA
Riley S.
5.0
Riley was a loving nanny to our 2 boys. She supported us multiple days per week with caregiving and would accompany the family on outings. Our boys trusted Riley and listened to her. She was attentive and responsible. I would recommend her for any opportunity.
- Jordyn M.
Katy G.
5.0
I have known Katy's family since 1991.
Katy is gentle, honest, dependable.
I have seen her interact with her own and others children. She is gentle, patient,
and is constantly teaching.
I highly recommend Katy for any job.
- Karen P.
Meagan T.
5.0
I am so grateful for Meagan and the care she has taken for my children! Meagan is a unicorn babysitter. She’s both responsible and reliable but also super fun for kids! She’s assertive but warm, and has such a gift for working with children. She can handle any situation, and is comfortable and easy...
- Care member
Sarahi T.
5.0
Sarahi worked for us for 2 years and was a wonderful addition to our family. She cared for our toddler like he was her own, was on-time, dependable and a loving caretaker. Even after Sarahi stopped working for us (we no longer needed a nanny), we've kept in touch and met up. You would be lucky to...
- Stephanie R.
Julissa A.
5.0
Julissa is our family's favorite nanny! Right from the beginning, my son connected with her and they built a special bond. When I had my 2nd child, she would watch both boys and did an amazing job taking care for them. Julissa is punctual, responsible, fun and overall a good person. She's became...
- Ivy D.
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FAQs for finding nannies in San Marcos, CA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in San Marcos, CA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in San Marcos, CA is as of is $22.23 per hour as of May, 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 San Marcos, CA?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 84 in San Marcos, 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 San Marcos, CA?
You can find different nanny services in San Marcos 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 San Marcos, CA with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for San Marcos, CA nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Nannies in San Marcos, CA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews of the 84 listed nannies.