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Nanny Needed For 1 Child In Santa Cruz

Part Time • $15 – 20/hr • Starts 06/07 • Santa Cruz, CA

I am a local elementary school teacher and need childcare for summer school June-July. My son is almost 21 months and just the sweetest soul. He LOVES to be outside: going for walks, playing on his scooter, and exploring the garden. He's a super mellow guy who is very full of love. Looking for someone who would have fun reading, playing and exploring with him.

Babysitter Needed For 3 Children In Santa Cruz

Part Time • $20 – 23/hr • Starts 05/08 • Santa Cruz, CA

Santa Cruz family needs a part-time babysitter. Must love kids! Our ideal match will meet the requirements below. Some light housekeeping is required (just helping kids clean up toys and putting their dishes away after they eat.) We ask that you handle pickups/drop-offs as needed. Seeking someone to handle light meal preparation. Our baby is 10 months old and very easy and our kids are a lot of fun. We want someone who would like to stay with us for at least six months because the baby needs to get used to a new person and we prefer the stability for our kids. Would love help ASAP.

Looking For Help ASAP

Part Time • $16 – 21/hr • Starts 05/08 • Santa Cruz, CA

Hello! My wife and I are looking for childcare ASAP for our 4 1/2-month-old baby, B. He is a pretty easy-going baby overall, lots of smiles and giggles. I work full-time and my wife is studying for her LMFT exam and working. We are looking for someone to help us on Mondays Fridays and occasional weekends. We would love to find someone to steer ASAP. We are a fully vaccinated family, and we have high risk loved ones. Would need to hire a childcare person who is also vaccinated against Covid. Thank you! We have a red mini poodle and my in laws have golden retrievers- childcare will often be at their house in Soquel with more space than our little townhome. They have a ranch with lots of space and B has a whole set up there as well.

Nanny Needed For 2 Children In Santa Cruz

Full Time • $22 – 30/hr • Starts 05/03 • Santa Cruz, CA

I'm looking for an experienced nanny for my two young children. The ideal candidate would be comfortable caring for a baby and a toddler, enjoy outdoor activities, arts and crafts and creative play, and help with light cooking and cleaning to help support me after my recent surgery. Covid vaccine is a requirement.

Nanny Needed For 2 Children In Santa Cruz

Part Time • $16 – 21/hr • Starts 05/10 • Santa Cruz, CA

We need a nanny for our 2 children in Santa Cruz. And we're looking now! We would prefer someone who could help out with light housekeeping. We do have pets, so please consider that when applying. Some help preparing meals would be ideal. Someone who can help out with homework is a plus. You must be fun, creative, energetic, self motivated and able to engage with the kids.

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Flexible Morning Nanny For Spanish Speaking 21 Month Old

Part Time • $16 – 21/hr • Starts 05/01 • Santa Cruz, CA

T is 21 months and a very sweet and playful boy. We are looking for someone to watch him a few mornings during the week. Responsibilities include: - taking him outside to the beach, park, on a walk - reading, playing, reading - change diapers, give light snacks - clean up after any messes he makes We only speak Spanish to him so ideally the caregiver would also be a Spanish speaker as well. My wife, Rachel, and I both work at home but work in detached spaces from the house so we won't be around. We are looking for someone to come around 3 days a week.

Nanny Needed For 1 Child In Santa Cruz

Part Time • $18 – 20/hr • Starts 05/05 • Santa Cruz, CA

Seeking a loving and playful nanny near Santa Cruz for 1 sweet girl, age 5. Hoping you can start soon! We have two small Westie terriers.

Full Time Nanny Needed For 17month Old Twins

Full Time • $25 – 25/hr • Starts 05/31 • Santa Cruz, CA

We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable, caring and friendly nanny to look after our 17month old twins (boy/girl). You will be responsible for child care as well as all child related needs (e. g. meals, laundry, activities). Experience with a previous twin family is desirable - but open to discuss other relevant experience with applicants. We are originally from Australia, but have lived in Santa Cruz for the past 4 years. We love the lifestyle in Santa Cruz, and spend a lot of time as a family outdoors either on the beach or hiking in the redwoods. We do have a small friendly dog, so please consider that when applying.

Babysitter Needed For 1 Child In Santa Cruz

Full Time • $13 – 21/hr • Starts 04/23 • Santa Cruz, CA

We are looking for a great babysitter for our 3-year-old girl. Some light tidying up would be part of our caregiver's responsibilities. Animal lovers please apply (we have a dog)! Our daughter is in full time daycare during the week since we both work full time. She is great with other kids and understands the structure of having a teacher guide at her daycare. She is curious and fun. She loves getting outside and exploring as well as watching some PawPatrol with a bowl of snacks :). We are looking for someone to help us get out of the house for an occasional date night or some weekend help. We are looking for someone responsible, reliable, keeps safety at the top of mind but also someone who loves to have fun and explore new things with her! I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Short Term Sitter Needed For 8 Month Old

Part Time • $16 – 22/hr • Starts 04/28 • Santa Cruz, CA

I'm looking for a great babysitter for our 8-month-old son, R. We would prefer someone who could help out with light housekeeping. I am working from home but I need someone to come weekly for a few hours to look after R so I can focus. I can be flexible with dates/times. Our household is fully vaccinated and would prefer someone who has also received the vaccine. Animal lovers, please apply (we have 1 dog)!

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Nanny For 1 Child In Santa Cruz 1 Day A Week. Day Flexible

Part Time • $18 – 23/hr • Starts 04/26 • Santa Cruz, CA

My wife and I are looking for the right person to watch our daughter (age 3) one morning a week (~9 a.m. - 1pm). We have no day preference and do not mind if the day shifts from week to week. We have immediate need but can only guarantee one day a week through the end June. There is potential for work to extend into fall and potential for sporadic evening work for parent date nights. The nanny location would be at our house. We live in Prospect Heights and ample indoor/outdoor play space and toys. We are looking for someone who can engage our daughter in indoor or outdoor activities while allowing the parents time to focus on work/home projects. Currently both parents work at home so the nanny session may be in the presence of parents or not. Ideally the nanny would be covid vaccinated or at least covid conscience and relatively safe.

Nanny Needed For 2-3 Children In Santa Cruz

Part Time • $20 – 30/hr • Starts 06/01 • Santa Cruz, CA

We are looking for a nanny to help support our growing family 2-3 days per week. We have a 4-year-old son and a 2-year-old daughter, and will be welcoming little sister in July. We are looking for someone who could help 2-3 days/week primarily with the 2-year-old, and the newborn for short stints. We'd also love someone who could help 2-3 days/week from about 3-6 with the 4-year-old and 2-year-old. Our ideal candidate would have a lot of energy and enjoy playing with our kids outside and doing artwork and other activities. We would like to start getting to know potential candidates soon with outdoor, masked meet-ups. We are very COVID-cautious and need a nanny who is as well!

Babysitter Needed For 2 Children In Santa Cruz

Full Time • $16 – 20/hr • Starts 06/01 • Santa Cruz, CA

Santa Cruz family needs a part-time babysitter. Must love kids! Our ideal match will meet the requirements below. Please be comfortable with pets. It would be great if you could take the kids to parks, the pool, and other fun activities.

Nanny Needed For 2 Children In Santa Cruz.

Full Time • $18 – 26/hr • Starts 05/03 • Santa Cruz, CA

This is a nanny share set up with 2 families (we met in the same birth class!) Our daughters are exactly 3 weeks apart and both around 4 months old. Our intention is to split days without overlap (at least for now) so 3 days a week with one of our babes and 2 days with the other. We are open to a day of overlap down the road depending on Covid and caregivers comfort level. . Our ideal caregiver: Our ideal caregiver is experienced with infants and knowledgeable about baby development. Additional needs include having a reliable car, a non-smoker.

Babysitter Needed For 2 Children In Santa Cruz For Wedding

One Time • $13 – 20/hr • Starts 07/17 • Santa Cruz, CA

Hi! We are flying in from Colorado for a wedding the night of July 17. It is an adult only affair so we need a sitter for our girls for the better part of the afternoon and evening (3pm-11:30 p.m. or so). We will be in a hotel room and will likely have access to the pool at a nearby hotel where our other family is staying (hence the possibility of driving kids 5-10 min). We will have lots of food and activities. I am a nurse and my husband is a firefighter so we are vaccinated. Let us know if you're interested!

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Nanny Needed For 2 Children In Santa Cruz

Part Time • $15 – 25/hr • Starts 05/18 • Santa Cruz, CA

We have a 6-month-old little girl and a 3. 5-year-old boy. I am a stay at home mom looking for some help with the kids during the days. My son is doing online preschool 4x day in the late morning, starting at 10:30. Would love some help in keeping him focused during class time and entertained during the day so I can get some projects done around the house. Some help with the baby would be a plus as well. Additional needs include light housekeeping, meal prep, having a reliable car, being comfortable with pets and a non-smoker.

Experienced Student Nanny

Full Time • $15 – 25/hr • Starts 05/11 • Santa Cruz, CA

Santa Cruz family needs a full-time nanny. Must love kids! Our ideal match will meet the requirements below. About the child(ren): I have a 16-month-old daughter who has a lot of energy, curious, loves to play outside and laugh a lot. Open to times and days, just need a few hours a couple days a week as both mom and dad are working from home.

Babysitter Needed For 2 Children In Santa Cruz.

Full Time • $20 – 29/hr • Starts 08/18 • Santa Cruz, CA

We need a nanny for our 2 children in Santa Cruz. We would prefer someone who could help out with light housekeeping. Please be comfortable with pets. It is important to us that you have your own car.

Babysitter Needed For 1 Child In Santa Cruz

Part Time • $28 – 33/hr • Starts 05/10 • Santa Cruz, CA

Our second-grader needs a buddy during the day on Mondays. He has a couple of assignments during the day but can then play for the rest of the day! We prefer someone with a reliable car and a clean driving record. We also need someone who is comfortable with a small dog and a non-smoker. Looking for care Mondays (9am-6pm). Flexible start date.

Summer Full-Time Nanny Needed For 2 Children In Santa Cruz.

Full Time • $17 – 22/hr • Starts 06/14 • Santa Cruz, CA

We are looking for a summer nanny from mid-June to late-August. We are a loving family interested in finding someone great to take care of our kids while we work from home. The ideal candidate is energetic, loving and wants to help and bring joy to our family. In this role you will also help with light housekeeping and laundry (to help our family stay organized). Our ideal match will meet the requirements below. Requirements: - Takes Covid precautions - Willing to help with household tasks (laundry, cooking/prepping meals for kids, cleaning up kids areas after play) - Is able to get to/from work without Public transportation (parking available) - Able to drive kids (our car or yours) to local parks and activities - Bonus: Able to work late for occasional date nights

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FAQ for child care jobs in Santa Cruz

In 2021, how much do child care jobs pay in Santa Cruz, CA?: The average pay rate for child care jobs in Santa Cruz, CA on Care.com is $17.00 per hour as of May 2021. This rate will vary depending on your previous child care experience, as well as the number of kids you'll care for, the child care certifications you have and the total amount of hours required of you per day/week.

How can I find child care jobs near me in Santa Cruz, CA?: Care.com has 27 child care positions in Santa Cruz, CA. You can search for local families looking to hire a child care worker by distance from Santa Cruz and compare your options by filtering by hourly pay rate, the ages and number of kids you will be caring for and the number of hours you hope to work for the family each week.

Can I find a child care job during the COVID-19 pandemic?: Many families and caregivers continue to rely on Care.com as a place to connect and help each other especially during these critical times when parents struggle between work and child care. Many parents working from home will want to have a reliable and responsible person who can care for their children while they work. If you're looking for a child care job, there are currently 27 job opportunities in Santa Cruz, CA posted by families who need help at home.