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Kelley E.'s Photo

Experienced Nanny

Escondido, CA

4.5(1)
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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 33 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
I am a mother to 4 sons ages 35, 32, 28 and 26 years old. My oldest son is married and I am a grandmother to a 13-year-old granddaughter and a 11-year-old grandson, a 9-year-old grandson and a 8-year-old granddaughter. I started babysitting when I was very young. This work is my passion. I was a nanny for a family with 6...

Care Member says "Kelley is a wonderful caregiver. She helped me with my husband on a last minute request. I highly recommend Kelley."

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Fun, Loving, Compassionate Nanny :)

Escondido, CA

4.6(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
I have cared for children of all ages (newborns-early adolescence), and caring for kids is my passion! I have my BA in Psychology and my AA in Early Childhood Growth and Development. I am not a typical nanny, I deeply love and care for the children I take care of and will do anything for them! I am often considered a "Second...

Care Member says "Claire has been an exceptional nanny for our family. She has cared for our baby since she was five months old, and from the very beginning she has been...

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Professional, Fun-loving, Family Oriented Nanny!

Escondido, CA

4.5(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
I have been working with children and in childcare since I was a teenager. First with the church I attended as a young adult, running the infant and toddler classroom and also through babysitting for multiple families. I was a nannied for 2 children under the age of 5 for two years- paid. I am fluent in English & learning...

Hannah M. says "Amanda is a wonderful person! She was able to help me when I really needed it and watched my 3 year old who is a bit of a handful. Amanda was giving me...

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Part-time Housekeeper

Escondido, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Supporting families by providing reliable, high-quality care is my true passion. With 10 years of experience, I offer a calm, patient, and imaginative environment for your child. I am fully prepared to handle your needs, holding both CPR Training and First Aid Training certifications. I enjoy staying active and love engaging...

Jessie A. says "To say that Imelda is a fantastic caregiver would be an understatement. She has been our nanny for over a year and I can honestly say that she has been...

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Escondido, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Adria , and I am an experienced, enthusiastic, and compassionate bilingual (English/Spanish) nanny and overnight infant care specialist with over 35 years of professional childcare experience. Throughout my career, I have cared for children of all ages, from newborns to school-aged children, including...

Jennifer C. says "Simply the best anyone could ever have in their employ .... smart ... could do anything she desired! an amazing employee.... housekeeper and nanny...

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Fun And Ready Help!

Escondido, CA

4.0(1)
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$24/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi I'm Daniela! I have many years of experience working with kids of all ages with babies as little as 4 months old up to 12-year-old children. I've been a nanny, I also spent quite some time at a daycare as a teachers assistant and have worked at an elementary school with the before and after school program. Kids of all ages...

Care Member says "We absolutely loved Dani! She was kind, responsible, and so great with our little one. Our son had a fantastic time and we felt completely at ease,...

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Full Time Nanny, Responsibility To Travel And Overnight

Escondido, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Maria and I am looking for a great family to work for long-term. I am a nanny with over 9 years of experience. Currently, I am working for a family full-time (Monday-Friday) in Burlingame with a boy who is 2.5 years old however, the labor situation will change to a part time job because he is going to preschool all...

Bettina O. says "Maria Dolores is a wonderful nanny who was with us for 3.5 years. She has grown to be a very dear part of our family. She has 10y+ experience with...

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Experienced Child Care

Escondido, CA

from
$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Since I was a toddler, I have been helping my mom at her in-home daycare center. Later I was doing childcare while I was in college. I prefer to do hands-on activities rather than T. V. and children thrive when they are active and showered with attention and taken seriously. I don't use bad words or get angry. Because I have a...
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Child Care Provider

Escondido, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
I have been lucky enough to work with some of the most amazing families through out the years. I look forward to connecting with future families and sharing special moments.
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Child Care

Escondido, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Dedicated to supporting families by providing reliable, high-quality care, I bring 10 years of professional experience to your home. I am a patient and calm caregiver who values a friendly, approachable environment for the two children in my care. My background includes Early Child Development Coursework, which informs how I...
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Child Caregiver

Escondido, CA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
My name is Jennifer, I have worked with children since the age of 18 with children newborn-10-year-olds. My goal is to keep children active during the day, one of my favorite hobbies to do with the children is to bake, arts n crafts, painting, small science experiments and the list goes on. I am CPR certified, I am currently a...
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Caring, Dependable & Fun-Loving Caregiver

Escondido, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Desyree, and I'd love the opportunity to help care for your family. I'm a warm, dependable, patient, and caring person who understands how important it is to have someone you can truly trust in your home. I have many years of hands-on experience caring for my own child and understand the importance of creating a safe,...
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Experienced Nanny, Health Care Experience, Energetic & Responsible, Looking For A Full-time Job

Escondido, CA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello my names Andrea and I am currently attending Palomar college. I'm a certified nurse assistant and have experience working with the elderly, children, toddlers, and children with special needs.
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Responsible And Caring Babysitter With Experience (TK-5th Grade)

Escondido, CA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Lidia, and I'm a caring, patient, and responsible babysitter with experience working with children of different ages. I'm BLS certified and always prioritize creating a safe, calm, and nurturing environment for kids. I have previous experience working with children through an after-school program, where I helped...
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Patient And Caring

Escondido, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hi there! I'm Angelina .- a caring, reliable, and energetic babysitter with over 7 years of experience working with children of all ages. I truly love spending time with kids and creating a safe, positive, and fun environment where they can learn and grow. Over the years, I've cared for infants, toddlers, and school-aged...
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Child care centers in Escondido, CA

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Adventureland Christian Preschool

1305 DEODAR RD STE 100 ESCONDIDO, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Specialties: Our building is located in a private area near the El Norte exit off of the 15 S/N freeway. A security door is in use 24/7 We enroll ages 2 (non-potty trained welcomed) through age 6. Snacks & lunch provided at no added cost. Large outdoor playground area. Tuition support available via CDA and YMCA Sibling...

Crystal .. says "The teachers are all very caring and they really pay attention to the kids. I love the curriculums. My son was there for 4 years. They prepared him for...

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Kathi's Childcare

469 Dale Ave. Escondido, CA

5.0(6)
My name is Kathi. I AM A LICENSED CHILDCARE PROVIDER. I have a childcare/preschool facility in my home for infants to school aged children. I have 30+ years' experience operating an in home daycare facility, working in a non-profit childcare center, and teaching preschool for 10+ years. What I offer: * Preschool activity based,...

Rochelle S. says "My daughter has been going to Grammy Kathi's for approximately 6 months now and it's been such a great experience. It's not just a daycare, it's a home....

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Candlelight Daycare

1626 Candlelight Gln ESCONDIDO, CA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Child care
In-Home daycare
Hello, My name is Nasim. I have been providing a nurturing, fun, and safe environment for children to socialize, learn, and grow since 2016. At Candlelight Daycare we provide: • Theme based programs • Expert educators • Daily HOMEMADE food • Indoor & outdoor playground & toys • Activities (Art, crafting, painting, dance,...

Care Member says "Our toddler has been attending Candlelight Daycare for a year and a half, and our infant just started 4 months ago. Overall we couldn’t be happier with...

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THE LITTLE COUNTRY PRESCHOOL

1571 S HALE AVE ESCONDIDO, CA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Child care
+ 1 more
The Little Country Preschool is dedicated to providing elite early education for children from 18 months to five years old in Escondido, CA. The school has been under new ownership since July 2021, and after completing an extensive renovation in May 2022, we’ve continued in our efforts to provide a clean and safe environment...

Care Member says "We sent our daughter here for four years, and we were completely satisfied with her care! She was well prepared for Kindergarten and all of the teachers...

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Learning Jungle Escondido

1748 S.Escondido Blvd ESCONDIDO, CA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Day Care
Kindergarten
+ 2 more
At Learning Jungle, we combine play-based learning with a unique delivery method to create the optimal learning environment for children to excel. Learning Jungle Escondido boasts a large playground and three separate buildings for infants and preschools. The center is also conveniently located right off the I-15 freeway and is...
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  • 229 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $24.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.4

Recent child care reviews from local parents in Escondido, CA

Child Care Providers in Escondido, CA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 56 reviews of the 229 listed child care providers

Kelley E.

Kelley is a wonderful caregiver. She helped me with my husband on a last minute request. I highly recommend Kelley.

- Care member

Clarissa A.

Claire has been an exceptional nanny for our family. She has cared for our baby since she was five months old, and from the very beginning...

- Care member

Amanda S.

Amanda is a wonderful person! She was able to help me when I really needed it and watched my 3 year old who is a bit of a handful. Amanda...

- Hannah M.

Common questions about child care in Escondido, CA

Child care costs in Escondido, CA can vary widely based on the type of care your family needs, your child’s age, and the schedule you’re looking for. Hourly rates often differ for nannies, babysitters, and other child care providers, with higher costs typically associated with infant care, multiple children, or full-time support. Many families start by estimating their budget with the Care.com child care cost calculator and then explore how rates compare across care types by reviewing average child care costs to better understand what to expect.
Families in Escondido, CA can choose from several child care options based on their schedule, budget, and the level of consistency they need. Many families work with nannies who provide regular, in-home care and support daily routines, while others rely on babysitters for part-time, after-school, or occasional care. Some households may also consider live-in nannies, which can be a good fit for families who need extended coverage or more flexible hours. Additional options may include caregivers who help with school pick-ups, homework, meals, or bedtime routines. Understanding the full range of possibilities can make it easier to find the right fit, and a complete list of child care options can help families compare care types and responsibilities.
Finding reliable child care in Escondido, CA often starts with clearly defining your family’s needs, such as schedule, budget, and the type of care that works best for your children. Many families compare caregiver experience, availability, and reviews from other parents before scheduling interviews or trial days. It can also help to divide the search and evaluation process between caregivers or partners, especially when juggling busy schedules, and some families take a more organized approach to finding child care together. Taking time to ask thoughtful questions, check references, and discuss expectations upfront can help ensure a dependable and long-term care match.
When choosing a child care provider in Escondido, CA, it’s important to look for experience with your child’s age group, a caregiving style that aligns with your family’s values, and clear communication habits. Many families also consider reliability, flexibility with schedules, and how comfortable the provider is handling daily routines like meals, naps, and activities. Reviewing references, reading feedback from other families, and having open conversations about expectations can help you assess trust and fit. A provider who is attentive, consistent, and responsive can make a meaningful difference in your child’s day-to-day care.
When interviewing a child care provider in Escondido, CA, focus on questions that help you understand how they would care for your child in real-life situations. Many families ask about experience with specific age groups, how a provider handles discipline, routines, and unexpected challenges, and what a typical day of care looks like. It’s also helpful to discuss communication preferences, reliability, and comfort with responsibilities like meals or transportation. Asking thoughtful babysitter interview questions and following proven tips for interviewing nannies can help you feel more confident as you compare candidates and move toward a hiring decision.

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