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Monica G.

San Marcos, CA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My interest in childcare began when I was a teenager, babysitting for families in my neighborhood. I realized then that I enjoyed working with children and helping them reach their full potential. Over the past 10 years, I've worked with...
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San Marcos, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
I have babysat neighbors kids for about three years now. I will be sure to keep the kids entertained and safe until you get home!
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Enthusiastic And Playful!

San Marcos, CA

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$5/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 8 years of experience in childcare, and absolutely love it. I have a bachelors degree in child and adolescent development. I am playful and great at facilitating projects and academic activities in a fun way! I have helped create routines and schedules in both in home daycares as well as in the classroom and as a nanny. I...
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San Marcos, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! My name is Kate and I have been a babysitter/nanny for 5 years. Additionally, I have worked in childcare at a church daycare for two years now. I am looking to be a nanny/babysitter. I would love to run errands, do your grocery shopping, take your kids to the park/pool/library, or provide additional support in your...
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Part-Time Or Full-Time Nanny

San Marcos, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Loving In-Home Child Care with Shalomé open to care in your home as well! Hi! I'm Shalomé - a loving, experienced caregiver offering child care in my warm and welcoming home. With over 15 years of experience (including daycare work and babysitting since I was 9), I've cared for children from 3 weeks to 15 years old. I grew up...
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Punctual And Loving Babysitter Offering Experience

San Marcos, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Punctual and loving Babysitter offering experience caring for children of all ages. Comfortable supervising special needs children and preschool ages. Upbeat and energetic childcare provider with Child and Infant CPR/First Aid knowledge. Supports educational, entertainment and home requirements for parents. Responsive,...
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College Kid Who Misses Working With Kids

San Marcos, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as loving caring and loyal. I like working with kids because until I stopped working with kids I realized how much I missed being able to be around young minds. I'm looking for a job that lets me in my element. When people ask if you love your job being with kids is the answer I say yes too. I...
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Sadie

San Marcos, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi parents! My name is Sadie and I am 20 years old! I live in San Marcos and am in finishing my sophomore year at colorado state. I am looking for a full time nannying position while i'm home from college this upcoming summer and would be available to start at the end of May (5/20) until August (8/22). Experience: Along with...
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San Marcos, CA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I started working with kids at the age of 17. I then got married and had 3 children. At this moment I am caring for a 2-year-old girl that I have been taking care of since she was 3 months. I am looking to take care of kids in my own home. I like to keep things very clean, I love to cook and make everything natural, I love to...
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San Marcos, CA

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a caring and responsible individual, I've always had a passion for nurturing children and helping them learn and grow. Inspired by my two little cousins back home, I decided to pursue a career in childcare. My one year of experience has taught me to be patient, calm, and friendly, and I'm always looking for new ways to engage...
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San Marcos, CA

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$18/hr
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
I'm passionate about caring for others in need, not just the children but the parents as well. With a background in In-Home Supportive Services, I understand the importance of providing reliable care and supporting families. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I always go the extra mile to ensure everyone in my care are happy...
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Hailey, and I've worked with children of all ages for over six years in a variety of roles-camp counselor, nanny, substitute teacher, and associate teacher at the SDSU Children's Center. I have a degree in Child and Family Development from San Diego State University, and I'm currently looking for summer work...

Professional Nanny With Educational Background

San Marcos, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
Experienced Nanny w/references. Mom of 2 grown children, Nana of 3 grands. CPR/first aid trained. 1 class away from a degree in early childhood/adolescent development. Okay w/ light housekeeping/meal prep. I love being outside with the kids, playing games, reading to them & outings to the park/museum/zoo etc. When I was growing...

San Marcos, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
My name is Heidi and I am a momma to 5 kiddos ages 19, 17, 15, 9 and 4. I have provided childcare since my first daughter was born. I truly enjoy caring for children and love that this area of "work" allows me to love and care for other children while their mommas are away. I have provided childcare in my home for the last 19...
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San Marcos, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I have been a child care provider for over 30 years. I have a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Development, 48+units in Child Education, and a Bachelors Degree in Human Development. I have worked as an infant care teacher, also a preschool teacher. I have run my own home day care, and I have worked with school aged children.

San Marcos, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! My name is Bella & I have been babysitting for almost 10 years now!! I have experience with children as young as 2 months and as old as 12 years old! Throughout college and post-grad nannying has been a meaningful and fulfilling career! I currently work Monday-Thursday and am looking for families to help out with extra hours...

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  • 36 in home child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.67/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated in home child care is 4.7

FAQs for finding in-home child care in San Marcos, CA

Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in San Marcos, CA. There are 36 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.

What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of June, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $20.67 for in-home child care providers near you in San Marcos, CA.

You can compare 36 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.

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