Find child care providers in Watsonville, CA that you’ll love

95 child care providers are listed in Watsonville, CA

The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years

Child care providers in Watsonville, CA

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Carrie C.


Watsonville, CA

$25-40/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitting, Infant Care And Postpartum Support

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Care-giving is a fundamental part of my professional and personal life. I come from a large family and have spent my career providing part or full time childcare, primarily working with newborns, infants and toddlers. I love to work with first-time parents and support new moms and dads in their parenting journey. My experience...
Carrie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My husband and I interviewed Carrie and thought she was amazing! She was professional, had great follow through, and was super sweet and personable. We only picked a different candidate because we have a preemie, and the other nanny had experience in the medical...

Kristy M.

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Sarah D.


Watsonville, CA

$30-50/hr5 yrs exp

Sarah D.

I am caring, loving, patient, trustworthy, energetic and responsible babysitter looking for extra hours, available for date nights. I love kids, I have been working as a babysitter for over 5 years with children from infants to teens. When it comes to taking care of children, I treat them as if they were my own. I am also a...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Sarah is amazing. She is so great with my infant/toddler. He squeals everything time she walks through the door. Sarah is conscientious, bright, cheerful, patient, kind, and engaging with my son. She is very understanding, flexible, and adaptable, has an admirable...

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Jocelyn M.


Watsonville, CA

$27-42/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as patient, caring and easy to get along with I like working with kids because I am going to school to be a pediatric nurse and working with kids is my ultimate dream in the future. I started working with kids when I was 14years old. I have helped raised kids in my family from newborn up to 11...
Jocelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
"I am sorry that this has taken me so long to post but Jocelyn was absolutely fantastic with my boys. Even to this day they ask me if they can get Jocelyn back to play with them. She turned up right before the start time, asked important questions about the boys...

Jodi M.

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Jaqui L.


Watsonville, CA

$23/hr3 yrs exp

Fun & Energetic!

Hi! My name is Jaqui, I am 23 years old and I have a 2-year-old son. I have 3 years of experience working with children. I am a very reliable and patient person. I believe I can provide a supervised, safe & stable environment for your little one. I would 100% be okay with doing extra tasks, if needed. If you have any questions I...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jaqui is very patient, kind, and energetic. She works very well with the kids and makes them feel comfortable around her. She enjoys doing engaging activities with the kids! She is responsible and hard working! I enjoyed working with her. I recommend her to anyone...

Maribel P.

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Michelle G.


Watsonville, CA

$20-22/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available In The Evenings

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience working with toddlers and elementary school age kiddos. I love working with kids and enjoy getting to see their sweet and quirky personalities. As a babysitter and part time nanny I try to spend quality time with the children, give positive feedback and encouragement. I have been trained to be a...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Michelle is kind and gentle. If she sings for your kids at bedtime, they'll be in for a real treat. "

Stephanie G.

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Maria V.


Watsonville, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny And Postpartum Doula

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Maria, and I will tell a little bit about my experience with kids. I've been working with kids since when I was 16 years old. I started working at a daycare with children 3 months old to 2 years old. I worked with different family with kids newborn to 5 years old. My routine was feeding, changing diapers, walking at...
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maria has been the most wonderful nanny to our littles. She is caring, engaging, very communicative and extremely dependable. Our daughter requires additional support due to developmental delays, Maria has been the perfect partner; all of our therapists have also...

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Tala H.


Watsonville, CA

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Gotta Get? I'm Your Bet!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I think I've spent more time babysitting in my life for me to remember. Would I trade any of it? Nope! I'm 21 years old, and currently in school for a Nursing degree. I enjoy reading whenever I get the chance, and spending time with kids. I also like walks and practicing on the piano. (P. S. I'm still learning). I'll ensure your...
Tala can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Melissa F.


Watsonville, CA

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Outgoing Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for 4 years. I am currently a nanny for a 8-year-old and 4-year-old. I am available for one time sitting jobs or special occasions or overnights.
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Melissa was a fantastic babysitter for my 2 year old son and 4 year old daughter. She was always on time, sweet, and immediately connected with my kids. We felt comfortable with leaving her with the kids whenever we would go out to run errands. She helped with...

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Torrey O.


Watsonville, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter

Hi, my name is Torrey! I'm 28 years old and I love working with and being around children, and I'm fully vaccinated. Ive had the pleasure of being around kids and animals through many outlets. I currently work at an STRTP, counseling foster youth in Santa Cruz County. Over the years I have I have worked as lifeguard (certified...
Torrey can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"Super creative with kids. My son loves hanging out with Torrey. She's a beach lover so I can always count on her to include outside activity time! Always has been safe and sweet! We also have a very old dog that has grown attached to her."

Morgan H.

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Lisa S.


Watsonville, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Very Loving Grandma Type Caregiver

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Laundry. I have raised 6 children of my own and have done childcare for over 30 years. I also am a certified dietician and love to cook. I am a new grandma to a sweet 1-year-old little boy.
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lisa is amazing and so great with the kids. We adore her. So thankful to have found her and will be contacting again very soon! "

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Daisy L.


Watsonville, CA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Hi!!! My name is Daisy! I have been working with/taking care of children since the age of 12. From volunteering at schools/daycares, to working in special education and as a behavioral interventionist. I worked as an Early Interventionist for 2yrs. I graduated San Jose State with a BA in communicative disorders and sciences. I'm...
Daisy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Daisy is very shy in the beginning with people, but when it comes to children, she isn't. She knows how to get kids to feel safe and to enjoy having her around. As an old coworker, it's beautiful to watch her with children. She was meant for this and I hope she...

Michele M.

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Magda C.


Watsonville, CA

$20/hr11 yrs exp

A Little About Me

I'd describe my personality as patient, nurturing, kind I like working with kids because as a mother and grandmother I have a fondness for caring for children I'm looking for a job that allows me a safe and comfortable environment in which I'm able to focus on caring for a child I started working with kids after my own...
Magda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Magda is very caring and patient! Her thoughtfulness during my kids’ illnesses was greatly appreciated. My kids loved her!"

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Antonia H.


Watsonville, CA

$18-23/hr2 yrs exp

Child Care

Hello my name is Antonia and I am 26 years old . I have experience in caring for children ages 3 months and up . I also have experience changing diapers , bottle feeding, meal prepping, car pooling. I'm available Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Antonia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
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Laura C.


Watsonville, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

With 17 years of experience working with children and families, my goal is to provide the best quality care for your child. I have been working in Education for 17 years in different settings such as in schools(in person and online), child care centers and home setting as a nanny. I studied Early Childhood Education and...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Itzia H.


Watsonville, CA

$16-22/hr2 yrs exp

Child Care

I have 2 years of experience with caretaking. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Homework. I'm comfortable around pets and i'm more than willing to help out with them too! I'm very flexible with my schedule.
Itzia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance

Child care centers in Watsonville, CA

The Secret Garden

26 Florido Ave., Watsonville, CA

Costimate: $250/wk

For over forty years children have enjoyed attending The Secret Garden Preschool in beautiful La Selva Beach, California. We strive to maintain the standard of excellence established by our founder and maintain a program dedicated to the preparation of children for future academic and social...

Encompass Community Services

201 Brewington Ave, Watsonville, CA

Costimate: $232/wk

The Encompass Community Services in Watsonville, California runs a Head Start program as part of its Child and Family Development Program. It is a federally-funded program that offers parent support, childcare, and education for children from six weeks old up to five years old from low-income...

Hearts and Hands Pre School

40 Blanca Ln, Watsonville, CA

Costimate: $250/wk

The Hearts and Hands Preschool in Watsonville, California offers Christian child care and preschool for children two years old up to those who have finished kindergarten. Their age-appropriate and play-based curriculum stimulates the children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth in a...

Pajaro Valley Children's Center

234 Montecito Ave, Watsonville, CA

Costimate: $250/wk

Pajaro Valley Children's Center located in Watsonville, California is a non-profit organization and dedicated to providing the highest quality services for children and families, and to demonstrating success in clear and measurable ways. The center provide care for families and kids from Infant to...

El Jardin Preschool

112 E Beach St, Watsonville, CA

Costimate: $250/wk

El Jardin Preschool is an early education provider that offers bilingual learning programs for preschool children ages three to five years old. Located in Watsonville, California, the company uses a play-based curriculum designed to support the holistic growth and development of preschool children...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Watsonville, CA

Carrie C.

5.0

Hired Carrie for the first time Feb 2020. She was very nice and my two young girls liked her. The night went flawlessly! I checked in from time to time and Carrie was responsive and reassuring that all was well. I definitely plan on hiring her again!

- Kortni N.

Sarah D.

5.0

Sarah is amazing. She is so great with my infant/toddler. He squeals everything time she walks through the door. Sarah is conscientious, bright, cheerful, patient, kind, and engaging with my son. She is very understanding, flexible, and adaptable, has an admirable work ethic and is able to strike a...

- Care member

Jocelyn M.

5.0

I am sorry that this has taken me so long to post but Jocelyn was absolutely fantastic with my boys. Even to this day they ask me if they can get Jocelyn back to play with them. She turned up right before the start time, asked important questions about the boys and even helped tidy up before...

- Jodi M.

Jaqui L.

5.0

Jaqui is very patient, kind, and energetic. She works very well with the kids and makes them feel comfortable around her. She enjoys doing engaging activities with the kids! She is responsible and hard working! I enjoyed working with her. I recommend her to anyone looking for someone who is caring,...

- Maribel P.

Michelle G.

5.0

Lovely girl looked after three children 6, 3 and 1whilst we wine tasted!

- Tom D.

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Ratings for Watsonville, CA child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Child Care Providers in Watsonville, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 95 listed child care providers.