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135 nannies are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average rate is $23/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Santa Cruz, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working as a nanny for over 18 years but my experience in childcare started many years before, first as a babysitter in the evenings, over summer break, and on weekends, then later as a full time nanny. My skills as a multi-tasker and self starter include organizing, tidying, food preparation, cooking, and childcare...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Melissa works for our family part-time. She is an incredible member of our team and has over 10 years of nanny experience. She has never been late and has tons of advice and tips for first-time moms. I'd give her 6 stars if it was an option."
Liz F.
5.0
(5)
Hi, I'm Emma! I have been working with children of all ages for the last 8 years as a Recess Coach at Westlake, a Registered Behavior Technician, a camp counselor, a tutor and as a babysitter/ nanny. I work to provide kids a safe and accepting environment filled with play, kindness and empathy for their experience. I also have...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kids love Emma! She manages to be fun and kind while also having clear expectations. She has experience with special-needs children as well, which gives her a unique perspective and set of skills. She's wonderful!"
Anna W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an ambitious nanny that is patient, goofy, creative, and nurturing! I love playing, drawing, making music, teaching, taking pictures, cooking, and going out on educational field trips. I am respectful of parenting styles and safety conscious. I like to put energy into planning activities, encouraging learning, and creative...
Kelly can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amazing, kind, structured, creative, caring, passionate, inspiring. Wonderful role model, nanny and educator. Creative and healthy chef. My kids and our friends' kids adore her. She has become a part of our family. I give her my highest recommendation....
Rema H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I look at myself as a natural caregiver. My experience over the years has varied in ages and consistency and I am hoping to find an opening where I become a regular and dedicated part of a family's routine and/or help out on date nights. I currently do art therapy with kids at an elementary school and watch a5-year-old boy on...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Liz is an amazing person. My 11 month old daughter loved being taken care of by her for 7 months. It was obvious that Liz loved my daughter as her own, and my daughter loved her as well."
Ashley R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for 17 yrs, having cared for 1 child to 5 children at a time. I studied and worked as a postpartum doula and have done overnights with newborns, taken workshops and classes in child/infant care. My passion is helping moms, the hardest and most important job in the world, as well as the family as a whole. I...
Candice can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Candice took care of my son 3 days a week for several weeks. He is a toddler and she is really great with that age. She is very positive, fun, creative, reliable, and laughs a lot. I felt completely comfortable leaving my son with her while I went to work. She is...
Allison B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey parents! I'm Rebeca, a 27-year-old college graduate from Sacramento State with a degree in Psychology and Sociology. With 7 years of experience, I've nannied for children ranging from 3 months to 14 years old and have established long-term relationships with multiple families. I'm currently immersed in the Arts, working for...
Rebeca can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Rebeca has been such a wonderful nanny to our baby girl. She started working for us when our daughter was 4 months old and she has been a patient and loving caregiver. She has dealt with all of the major milestones and challenges of infancy and always works to make...
Kate B.
5.0
(4)
Hi there! I'm Kaylee. I am a former NYC (and surrounding areas) nanny and babysitter with 12+ years of experience. I moved to the west coast 3 years ago (time flies!) and have been babysitting in my spare time. I am reliable, patient, fun and easy to communicate with. With me, your children will have an energetic and playful...
Kaylee can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kaylee is a natural with little ones. She is patient, kind and loves coming up with creative and entertaining games with children. She cared for our daughter (age 1 when she started) up to age 2. She was her full time Nanny, supporting with naps; diaper changes and...
Natalie Y.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for 25 plus years, in schools, facilities and privately. My last 10 years have been specialized in newborn to preschool. This age group is such a magical age, and I love exploring it with them! I am adapt in developmental stages/leaps. I love teaching children about the outdoors, music...
Ryuun can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We feel incredibly fortunate to have Ryuun as our full-time nanny for the past year. She is nothing short of amazing, and we are delighted to share our experience with her.
From the very beginning, Ryuun made it easy for us to welcome her into our home. We work...
Paige G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Sydney. I am a 26-year-old female, who has a deep passion for kids and creating. I am a 500 Hour advanced Yoga Instructor and surf instructor. I worked at the YMCA care center for two summers, where I was a lifeguard and swim instructor for kids of all ages. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I love arts and...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sydney was very good with my then 6 month old son. She always found ways to interact and play with him and he was very fond of her. She took any direction well and kept him on his schedule . She always arrived on time and was flexible with my changing needs. She...
Traci M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents! My name is Julianne and I going into my fourth year at UC Santa Cruz. I'm studying Psychology here, and hoping to pursue a focus in child development. I would like to eventually get into social work with women and children, so if anyone is willing to share some advice or personal experiences, I would love to hear....
Julianne can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Julianne is amazing! We are both certified teachers, and would invite Julianne into our home any time, any day. My daughters want to invite her to Christmas, Hanukkah, on vacation, and to school. Julianne is gentle in her manner but also not afraid to be firm. She...
Polly S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*** Please note: my rate is $50/hour. Thank you! ***
My name is Henry, and I have been working with kids my entire life. As the eldest of three boys, I cared for my brothers from a young age. I have spent 12 years as a counselor leading campers aged 8-17, and I have worked with kids as young as 4 in an after-school program. I...
Henry can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Henry was great - he did a wonderful job with our kids, and we would definitely hire him again."
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 30 years of experience working with children in a variety of preschool settings and three long term positions as a reliable and trusted Nanny with local families. I will be available in May to assist a new family. I can mail you a resume and background letters of recommendation. I have experience with infants and live...
Janice can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"6-1-2022
Nanny Jan has been with our family now for about 8 years. She has brought her expertise as a preschool teacher which has been evident in the active interest that she takes in educating our kids at
developmentally appropriate and challenging levels. She...
Jeff H.
Ana-maria O.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 21-years old and just got back from studying in the Netherlands. I'm waiting to do another program later this year and am looking to nanny in-between! In 2021, while waiting for school to begin, I had the amazing chance to nanny for an adorable 6-month-old. I took care of her for 6 months and cooked and cleaned for the...
Ana-maria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ana is the best! She mature beyond her years and is such a delight to have around the house. She cared for our baby from 7mo to 12mo through some pretty tough stages. Ana is a great cook, super organized, and always enthusiastic to help."
Alice F.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a nanny with infants and toddlers for the last 21/2 years and my most recent little charge is entering preschool full-time in mid-April. I started working with infants and toddlers from 1987 to 1998 when I ran a licensed family daycare and then as a nanny for three different families with infants. In all cases,...
Lynnette can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I hired her 4 times so far and she is wonderful! My son really enjoyed playing with her and learning something from her.
She reads books clearly and it made me wish that she was MY teacher!!
She is caring but also disciplines. She taught my son to clean up the...
Koichi Y.
Stephanie B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$26-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Looking For Occasional Jobs And Full Time 1st Week Of April
5.0
(1)
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...
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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have spent most of my teenage-early 20's as a nanny/babysitter. I am use to watching two to four kids at a time. I have three nephews and a niece that I love and watch a couple times a month a long with a couple of other families. As a nanny I loved to take the kids to different parks, water parks, swimming pools, bike rides,...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Rachel was our nanny for our 3 and 5 year old for nearly a year. She was an amazing caregiver who was sweet, caring, attentive, and very responsible. She always kept the kids busy with fun activities like arts and crafts, riding bikes and scooters outdoors, taking...
Laura S.
Eliza R.
Santa Cruz, CA
$23-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have had a variety of experiences providing child care. My experience ranges from one-on-one care to managing siblings and large groups of 10+ kids. For some families, I regularly provide weekend, evening, and overnight care. However, my main experience is as a nanny. For the past year, I have cared for one 8-year-old three...
Eliza can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eliza is awesome! Punctual, communicative, and super sweet with our toddler."
Elyse J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with your needs! I am from Argentina and usually I am taking care a boy who is 15-month-old, full time, and in my free time I do extra jobs babysitting! I would love be and okay with kids and I have enough experience for that! I feel super comfortable working like a nanny.
Sofia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is amazing! Such a good energy and super sweet with my kids! I completely will recomend you her job! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a loving bonus Mother of three kids ages 9, 7 and 6 and two dogs. I have over 7 years of experience working with children of all ages. I love interacting with children by taking them to local parks, weekly activities (i. e. music time or gym) as well as reading and doing various craft activities with them. I focus on...
Chris can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hire Hire Hire!!!
If you are considering Chris as your nanny, you are about to make one of the best decisions of your life, for you and for your family. We hired Chris as our full time nanny for our daughter, who was only eight months old when Chris started with...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Zoe! I'm currently a freshman enrolled at Cabrillo College, and I'm looking for a part time job. I've been working with kiddos for as long as I can remember. Growing up babysitting for family friends, neighbors, etc. From arts and crafts, to playing sports outside, and most of all making memories I love it all!...
Zoe can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Taking care of triplet girls is no small task. Zoe is creative, loving and very attentive. The girls especially loved how she got right down to their level and played with them! Five stars!"
Care member
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Santa Cruz, CA
Melissa Z.
5.0
Melissa works for our family part-time. She is an incredible member of our team and has over 10 years of nanny experience. She has never been late and has tons of advice and tips for first-time moms. I'd give her 6 stars if it was an option.
- Liz F.
Emma W.
5.0
Emma was awesome!! She was kind, fun, punctual, and super easy to communicate with. She was flexible and adaptable when the dinner plan I set up didn’t go as planned. My boys said she was the best and they are a hard sell sometimes. Please hire her!
- Care member
Kelly S.
5.0
Amazing, kind, structured, creative, caring, passionate, inspiring. Wonderful role model, nanny and educator. Creative and healthy chef. My kids and our friends' kids adore her. She has become a part of our family. I give her my highest recommendation. Professional, high work ethic. Artistic,...
- Rema H.
Elizabeth C.
5.0
Liz is an amazing person. My 11 month old daughter loved being taken care of by her for 7 months. It was obvious that Liz loved my daughter as her own, and my daughter loved her as well.
- Ashley R.
Candice Y.
5.0
Candice took care of my son 3 days a week for several weeks. He is a toddler and she is really great with that age. She is very positive, fun, creative, reliable, and laughs a lot. I felt completely comfortable leaving my son with her while I went to work. She is trustworthy, responsible and very...
- Allison B.
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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 $23.87 per hour as of April, 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 135 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 Rating4.8 / 5
Nannies in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 65 reviews of the 135 listed nannies.