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Barbara R.

Very Caring, Sweet And Compassionate

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi. My name is Barbara. My first language is Italian and I am also fluent in English, French, Spanish, German and Swiss German. I'm a Christian, I was made in Italy but grew up in Switzerland. I sang and danced for 20 years, played the flute for five years and travelled to more than 30 countries. I had a very happy and safe...

Valerie H. says "Barbara is a neighbor and friend. Her gentle and caring personality makes me feel that my children are safe when she is with them. She is reliable with...

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Krystal V.

Looking For A Fun, Patient And Wonderful Nanny? I'm The One You Want

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
For the past 10 years I have been working as a leadership assistant and Elementary School Teacher. Prior to this I had been a substitute teacher. And before this, I worked as an Instructional Assistant in Special Education for three years. I have worked with students who have had mild to severe disabilities from the ages of 3-9....

Care Member says "Krystal is the best caregiver in Orange County. My son enjoyed every moment he spent with her. "

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Amanda G.

Fun Sitter

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, i'm Amanda! I have been baby sitting for more than five years and genuinely love being with kids. I am currently a student at Chapman University, where I am pursuing a degree in communications and business. Aside from my class schedule, I am very flexible and can be contacted with short notice. I am CPR certified and...

Amy R. says "Our toddlers had a blast with Amanda. She's kind and communicative and full of energy with the kids. We'd definitely recommend her, and look forward to...

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Ruari H.

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a nurturing and experienced caregiver with a passion for helping children grow and develop. With six years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have honed my skills in fostering creativity, imagination, and a love of learning. I believe in open communication with parents and strive to provide a safe, fun, and...

Apoorva A. says "I hired Ruari for taking care of my 7 month old daughter on a very short notice. She was great in taking good care of my daughter. It is difficult to put...

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Angelica P.

Hi Everyone, My Name Is Angelica

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm a 36-year-old professional from Colombia with over 8 years of experience caring for children, especially newborns and toddlers. I have a degree in Psychology and certifications in First Childhood Integral Attention and Early Stimulation for ages 0-6. I'm also certified in Basic Life Support (CPR and Pediatric First Aid). I'm...

Kristy F. says "Angie provided very last-minute care for my 7 month old when his usual caregiver was sick, and she was AMAZING. My baby took to her immediately, and had a...

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Jadyn G.

Jadyn About Me

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient and caring. I like working with kids because I enjoy seeing them grow up and express themselves through their creativity and I enjoy working with them because I like to see the personalities develop. I attend Cal State Fullerton and I'm studying Psychology with a goal of working...

Eric C. says "We met Jadyn a few times and she's very professional, kind, and responsive. She's punctual and a great listener and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her as...

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Sara Z.

Special Needs Caregiver / Nanny

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello my name is Sara. I am interested in your Babysitting/Nanny job opportunity and want to share some information about myself. I have been a Babysitter/Nanny/Caregiver for over 15 years. I worked for over 10 years with elementary & middle school children most of them with multiple special needs. As a Nanny it is my joy to...

Tahnee S. says "Sara has been a big help to my family in caring for our 2 year old son. She is very hands on, one on my one time, reads books, crafts, puzzles and...

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Britney F.

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Knowing that families need reliable support is what inspired me to become a caregiver. For the past six years, I've had the pleasure of caring for children and creating a safe, fun environment for them to learn and grow. I'm comfortable caring for one child at a time, and I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and...

Care Member says "Britney is a great caregiver & my husband and i were so blessed to have watch after our girls. She is very caring and attentive and takes her time with...

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Jumai B.

The Nanny

Orange, CA

4.2(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
I'm a dedicated caregiver with 7+ years of experience working with infants, toddlers, and early elementary-aged children. With a background in psychology and early child development, I focus on supporting both emotional and developmental growth in a structured, thoughtful way. I'm calm, patient, and attentive, creating engaging...

Care Member says "Jumai (Mai) took care for our 6-month-old son for a few weeks when we needed the help, and she was wonderful with him. She was dependable and nurturing...

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Priscilla D.

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I work at a Montessori have my ECU units. I am 25 years old , I am still in school currently finishing my bachelor's. I am located in the city of Orange.

Care Member says "Priscilla was great with our baby! She was professional, kind and patient when our little girl had a tough night. Thanks Priscilla!"

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Samadi M.

I Love Being Around Kids They Make Me So Happy

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. I have worked with my aunt who has a babysitting business aswell for 2yrs. I go to chapman university and I'm a business major !!!!

Stephanie S. says "She is such a sweet and caring person my daughter immediately fell in love with her. She is willing to go the extra mile to put a smile on her face and...

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Yolanda T.

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
HI, I am a mother of 2, and first generation Mexican. I am a clean, organize, and respectful person. I would treat your little ones as if they were mine own, and look out for there best interest, while respecting the way you raise them. Your kids will be in a safe, happy, and playful environment. I am willing to help around the...

Care Member says "Yolanda has been such a blessing for our family. We had a tough time looking for over a month after having no childcare for over 6 months and working....

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Kimberly G.

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello my name is Kimberly and I live in Orange. A little about me. I was a property manager for 9 years and a personal nanny. I quit my job as a property manager; my husband said it was best to do something that I enjoy. So this is why I'm here. I come from a large loving family, we are a total of 8 and I helped babysit my...

Care Member says "Kim was our nanny for 1.5 and quickly became a critical part of our family. She is extremely trustworthy and up for anything. She is confident, capable,...

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Maria R.

All Purpose Cleaner

Orange, CA

5.0(0)
from
$0/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi my name is maria I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Bathroom Cleaning and Kitchen Cleaning. all house hold cleanings. Laundry. Changing bed linens .
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Nicole L.

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Hello! I bring over a decade of experience as a nanny, mother's helper, and home manager, backed by advanced coursework in Early Childhood Development. My academic training includes child growth milestones, behavioral observation, and pediatric nutrition. As a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) and Lactation Educator Specialist...

Care Member says "She was on time and everything worked out great. "

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Child care centers in Orange, CA

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Kiddie Academy of Orange

232 E KATELLA AVE ORANGE, CA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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NOBIS Montessori

264 N MAIN ST ORANGE, CA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
So what makes a Montessori education different from other private or public schools? The answer; we treat each of our students as the unique individuals they are, and we educate them with Montessori materials, using the Montessori method. Maria Montessori believed that within each child there is potential for greatness. When...

Erin G. says "I have two young boys who attend. I could not be more please with the school or their curriculums. They give both my boys such love, attention and care. I...

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Childtime of Orange

2839 Villa Real Drive Orange, CA

5.0(1)
Child care
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...

Jaylyan B. says "Trying to get school at home for my daughter b"

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Santiago Children's Center

20362 S RANDALL ST ORANGE, CA

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Child care
At Santiago Children's Center we respect our children and encourage them to develop socially, emotionally, intellectually and culturally through age-appropriate activities in a warm, safe country atmosphere. Our dedicated teachers will treat your child as part of a family and will always respond to each and every child's needs....
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Santiago Children's Center

20362 Randall Street Orange, CA

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
In-Home daycare
At Santiago Children's Center we respect our children and encourage them to develop socially, emotionally, intellectually and culturally through age-appropriate activities in a warm, safe country atmosphere. Our dedicated teachers will treat your child as part of a family and will always respond to each and every child's needs....
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  • 246 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of September 2026

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.8

Recent child care reviews from local parents in Orange, CA

Child Care Providers in Orange, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 65 reviews of the 246 listed child care providers

Barbara R.

Barbara is a neighbor and friend. Her gentle and caring personality makes me feel that my children are safe when she is with them. She is...

- Valerie H.

Krystal V.

Krystal is the best caregiver in Orange County. My son enjoyed every moment he spent with her.

- Care member

Amanda G.

Our toddlers had a blast with Amanda. She's kind and communicative and full of energy with the kids. We'd definitely recommend her, and look...

- Amy R.

Common questions about child care in Orange, CA

Child care costs in Orange, 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 Orange, 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 Orange, 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 Orange, 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 Orange, 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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