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Michaela R.

Child Care

Scottsdale, AZ

3.7(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello I'm Michaela, it's nice to meet you! Having had babysat ever since I was a teen, I am very experienced. I know how to handle a variety of different medical conditions too, including Type 1 Diabetes and I know a few gluten free recipes! I know how to cook quality meals, do dishes fast and tidy up, help the kids with...

Care Member says "Michaela is punctual & thorough; my 15 month old son is, seemingly, getting all his teeth at once and she is soothing with him when I’m not home. She...

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Morgan S.

Looking To Make Your Life Easier While Enriching Your Child's Life

Scottsdale, AZ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a caretaker for as long as I can remember! I started babysitting around 13 years old and throughout high school and college. While growing up my mother opened and ran a daycare/preschool with more than 100 kids per day - ages ranging from 4mo to 12 years. I've been immersed in this family business since it opened -...

Ann S. says "Extremely responsible. Always exceeded expectations. Very good decision-maker. Calm, kind and helpful. Wonderful with children. Always came up with fun...

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Carol M.

Part-Time/Full Time Child Caregiver

Scottsdale, AZ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
Since retirement of 45 years as a registered nurse in Maternal Child Health Care at some of the larger hospitals, I have spent the last 3 years taking care of 2 newborn boys who are now 3. I love babies!

Deni E. says "Carol was a vital part of my child's care and development from birth through early childhood. After she helped new mothers and babies in hospitals for 40...

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Nancy H.

Responsible, Engaging, Educated, Child Development, Kind & Loving, Parent Personal Assistant

Scottsdale, AZ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your kid or kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.

Care Member says "Nancy is my son’s favorite. The time spent with her is always filled with play, laughter and a meaningful conversation regarding respect, self worth...

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Chrystal W.

Experienced, Caring, Engaging, Fun Weekday Evening & Weekend Professional

Scottsdale, AZ

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 43 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
As a caregiver, I have worked directly with children and their families for several years through various jobs (including child care centers and nurseries) and off the job for friends, acquaintances, and those referred. Overall, I have 10+ years of experience caring for children. I am very hands-on and enjoy engaging children...

Care Member says "Chrystal was amazing! It was our first time getting a sitter for our 8 week old baby and she was a pro. It won’t so well we ended up using her twice. "

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Madison R.

Patient, Creative And Reliable Nanny Looking For A New Family In Need Of Care!

Scottsdale, AZ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Madison, 24, and the oldest of 7! I have been babysitting professionally for the past decade. I am certified in CPR, First Aid and Advanced Child Care by the American Red Cross. I have a Masters Degree in Forensic Psychology and am currently completing a second Masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis where...

Melinda R. says "Madison was a delight...she is very caring, thoughtful and patient, which is exactly what my daughter needed. Madison was not only an excellent nanny and...

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Greta I.

Genuine, Reliable And Flexible Babysitter Available For Evenings And Weekends --Even On Short Notice

Scottsdale, AZ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 27 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
My approach to childcare is to foster independence and curiosity while always making myself available to tie some shoes, apply a band aid, warm a bottle of formula and help with math homework. I have experience caring for children ages 3 weeks to 16 years. I was a red cross certified babysitter in high school for neighbors and...

Care Member says "Greta nannied for us for a year - and I have nothing but positive things to say about her. She is punctual and hard-working, but she's also incredibly...

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Julie K.

Scottsdale, AZ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am an RN and have worked in pediatrics and Neonatal ICU. I love babies and find great satisfaction in helping young families with their little ones. I have been with Care. com for 3 years and have had the opportunity to work with wonderful new parents and their precious babies. Thank you Julie

Care Member says "We were blessed to have Julie as our nanny for our infant from 4-8 months. She was always on time, communicative and provided a lot of pictures and...

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Nathan S.

Fun And Engaging Babysitter For Your Children.

Scottsdale, AZ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Hi, I'm Nathan. I am 20 years old, and I can be a fun, kind, and patient caretaker for your children. I enjoy working with children because their genuine curiosity, enthusiasm, and openness make it easy for me to establish a personal connection with them. I'm looking for a job that brings me joy and satisfaction, rather than...

Care Member says "Nathan has always done such a great job of watching our daughter Lily. He is responsible and takes her care seriously while at the same time makes sure...

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Tyler S.

Hello! Im Tyler, A 22 Year Old Architecture Graduate That Can Handle Any Kid From Wild To Calm!

Scottsdale, AZ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
I'd describe my personality as enthusiastic, helpful, and cheery! I like working with kids because it's never a chore for me! I can keep up with playing with them, talking at their comprehension level, and teaching them about new stuff! I'm looking for any sort of job! I'm great with many or few kids, older and younger kids,...

Cathy J. says "Not only did Tyler volunteer his vast array of talents as a program volunteer, he also completed several operational projects for us. He was all very...

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Nikayla M.

Scottsdale, AZ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Nikayla and I've been caring for children for over 6 years now both as a teacher and nanny. I found my passion in working with kids and have loved getting to know and help not only the children but their entire family in the process. I have worked with children ranging from infant to preteen but have majority...

Deepi C. says "My family LOVES Nikayla. My four year old daughter had a really good time with her. She is very punctual and is very dedicated to my kids while she was...

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Justine P.

Scottsdale, AZ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi I'm Justine! Looking for part time jobs! I have over 5 years of nanny experience! I have cared for a wide variety of children of all ages! I have my own transportation and am flexible.

Linda U. says "Justine is the best! She was a nanny for my kids. She picked up my kids from school and provided after school care for them! I have 3 kids. 2 of them are...

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Julia M.

On Demand Baby Sitter

Scottsdale, AZ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Love kids of all ages! Dependable, trustworthy and will take great care of your children and home. Comfortable with newborns up to young teens..

Margaret G. says "Julia is very responsible and trustworthy. She is always on time and very respectful. She is also very kind and just fun to be around in general. I've...

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Noah E.

Afternoon Childcare Available

Scottsdale, AZ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I'm Noah, and I bring a wealth of experience in nurturing young minds. As a former educator with a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership specializing in Social-Emotional Learning, Character, and Ethics, I'm devoted to fostering a well-rounded growth environment for any child. My professional journey includes traditional...

Michelle G. says "Our family loves Noah! He has been amazing with my children (ages 8, 11) and has really made this school year possible. He is smart, and has engaged...

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Elizabeth J.

Scottsdale, AZ

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! My name is Elizabeth I've worked at Mountainside fitness in there childcare for a little over 7 years! I've nannied for families over the past 6 years and have also babysat for many families regularly! so I have multiple years of experience watching children of all ages! I am great with kids. I'm very friendly and kids...

Leanne L. says "Elizabeth just babysat our kids last night and they have been talking about her today. They really liked their time spent with her. Making paper airplanes...

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Child care centers in Scottsdale, AZ

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ElevateChild

11090 N FLW BLVD SCOTTSDALE, AZ

5.0(3)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Montessori
+ 3 more
ElevateChild is a premier early education center located in the heart of Scottsdale, AZ, dedicated to providing a well-rounded foundation for young learners. Our state-of-the-art facility includes bright, spacious classrooms filled with enriching materials, two secure outdoor play areas, a dedicated art room, and a motor skills...

Care Member says "My two kids have been attending here since it was WhizKidz. After the ownership change, my husband and I considered moving them elsewhere, but we...

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Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool

20977 N Pima Rd At DC Ranch Scottsdale, AZ

5.0(1)
Preschool
Child care
Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool is a licensed program that maintains an identity and brand image of unrivaled distinction in childcare. Our facilities serve as a castle for a "once upon a time" experience that enables each child to develop their imagination. Imbued throughout with old-world appeal, our facility is...

Care Member says "I truly cannot say enough positive about Little Sunshines, the front office staff and in classroom teachers. We started with Little Sunshines the very...

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Peace Of Mind In Home Child Care

12018 N Hayden Rd Scottsdale, AZ

5.0(3)
Peace Of Mind Child Care A Home Away From Home We Provide the Following: 1. A Comfortable, Calm, and Loving Environment: Children should be in an environment that promotes a soothing and calm setting. I have found, for the most part, child care centers have overly bright and loud colors. Peace Of Mind Child Care prompts a...

Farrah J. says "We highly recommend Joanna and Peace of Mind Childcare! Our 21-month old daughter has been safe, happy, and engaged while in Joanna's care. The space is...

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MCCORMICK PRESCHOOL

6018 N GRANITE REEF RD SCOTTSDALE, AZ

5.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
Welcome to McCormick Preschool! 💛 For over 35 years, McCormick Preschool has been a place where children can learn, play, explore, and feel right at home. Our caring and experienced teachers are dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where every child can grow and thrive. Many of our staff members...

Care Member says "Me, my husband, and my girls love this place! The teachers are, kind, loving, patient, understanding, but most of all they treat my girls like family....

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THE GODDARD SCHOOL

13940 N WRIGHT BLVD SCOTTSDALE, AZ

5.0(17)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
The Goddard School of Scottsdale is under New Ownership and we are thrilled to serve the children and families of North Scottsdale. Our F.L.E.X. Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) is grounded in research and is designed to help build every child's emotional, academic, social, creative and physical skills to provide a...

Care Member says "I am incredibly impressed with Bona and Tracy. They are not just caregivers but true educators who nurture, inspire, and encourage my nephews’ growth...

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  • 725 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of September 2026

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.6

Recent child care reviews from local parents in Scottsdale, AZ

Child Care Providers in Scottsdale, AZ are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews of the 727 listed child care providers

Michaela R.

Michaela is punctual & thorough; my 15 month old son is, seemingly, getting all his teeth at once and she is soothing with him when I’m not...

- Care member

Morgan S.

Extremely responsible. Always exceeded expectations. Very good decision-maker. Calm, kind and helpful. Wonderful with children. Always came...

- Ann S.

Carol M.

Carol was a vital part of my child's care and development from birth through early childhood. After she helped new mothers and babies in...

- Deni E.

Common questions about child care in Scottsdale, AZ

Child care costs in Scottsdale, AZ 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 Scottsdale, AZ 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 Scottsdale, AZ 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 Scottsdale, AZ, 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 Scottsdale, AZ, 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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