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Shoshana C.

Personal Assistant/Senior Caregiver/Nanny

Arcata, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
Hello, I am a State/Nationally Certified Emergency Medical Technician and CNA. I have worked as a professional Nanny and Personal Assistant for 10+ years. I have experience with children from newborn through preteens. I am CPR/AED certified for infants through adults. Working with children is extremely rewarding to me in the...

Lu C. says "I interviewed Shoshana at my home and she was very professional and willing to be flexible with what is needed to be done. She is very balanced and...

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Arcata, CA

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$21/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
Hello! My names Victoria and I'm a Child Development major at Cal Poly Humboldt, transferring to UO. I just moved to Eugene and am looking to build rapport with new families! I've been working with children for almost 8 years and I have babysat and nannied for over a dozen families and workedxxx at two day cares throughout my...
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Arcata, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has over 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional tasks, if requested. I received my BA in psychology, emphasizing child development, behavior, and...
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Love Outdoor Activities!

Arcata, CA

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have a true passion for encouraging play & exercise, while also, nurturing young folks, supporting parents and honoring the family system as a whole. For the past 10 years, I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I hold degrees in Communications, Social Advocacy & Early Childhood...
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Seeking An Awesome Family Searching For An Honest And Reliable Nanny!

Eureka, CA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I'm a hard working, honest, & reliable person seeking a family to establish a connection with! Based on previous experiences, I have found that respect & communication are essential for a successful nanny-family relationship. I have a variety of experience caring for children ranging from infants to kids 6+ years, frequently...

Natasha F. says "Anna makes me feel that my child is safe with her. She has a firm yet sweet and humorous approach to my son, which matches my son's character really...

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McKinleyville, CA

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
I can provide childcare for children of various age groups, ensuring their comfort and well-being. I love coming up with creative ideas and activities, enjoy teaching kids new things, engaging in crafts, exploring the outdoors with them, and, most importantly, building strong bonds. My goal is to offer parents peace of mind by...

Care Member says "Marissa is a kind, dependable and fun babysitter! She consistently communicates and is always on time. She is tuned into my son’s needs. I N would...

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Preschool Teacher!

Eureka, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! my name is Grace. I am an assistant preschool teacher and have been so for the past three years. I have experience working with children 0-6 years old. I love doing arts and crafts, and any child led explorations!! I am full CPR and first aid certified for both children, and infants.
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Marissa M.'s Photo

Eureka, CA

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$20/hr
Craft assistance
carpooling
I am a college student studying chemistry. I love children and animals and have experience caring for dogs, infants and toddlers and older children. I love participating in safe and fun activities and I have a friendly disposition.
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Full Time Nanny Available

Eureka, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, My name is Casey. I love working with kids and helping them learn and grow! I have experience working with kids as a former preschool teacher (6 years), and as a momma of 2 (2 & 5 years old). My mom and grandma had a daycare center/preschool my whole life, so I grew up helping them out at their preschool. I also have...
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Catherine S.'s Photo

Eureka, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
I'm an experienced early childhood caregiver with over 20 years of experience caring for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children. From 2015 onward, I worked as a paid playgroup facilitator for the City of Arcata and the City of Trinidad, supporting First 5 early childhood programs, including infant-focused...
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Sara B.'s Photo

Eureka, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Former preschool teacher excited to bring my energy, creativity, and 5+ years of experience into your home-creating a safe, fun, and nurturing space where your child can thrive. I hold an ECE teaching permit, am CPR/First Aid certified, and have experience with children from infants to school age. I love planning...
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Ruth T.'s Photo

McKinleyville, CA

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$16/hr
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a very responsible and caring person. I do not have any children myself, but I love kids. I have lots of experience with infants and toddlers, as well as potty training because I lived with my sister and her child from his birth until he was 3 1/2. I have a college degree in international politics and a minor in Spanish. I...
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Child Care Provider

McKinleyville, CA

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$28/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Savanna and I am 28 years old. I am originally from Humboldt County, Ca. I have about 13 years of paid experience working with children. I've worked at a summer camp for about 6 years as a Counselor and Program Director. I have worked as an English tutor/ camp counselor in Italy at summer camps for kids ages 4-16. My...
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Bayside, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. With four years of experience, I'm skilled at caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and grow. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I...
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Megan K.'s Photo

Eureka, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
For over a decade, I've had the joy of nurturing children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens and beyond. My early babysitting experiences sparked a passion for positively impacting young lives, which continues to fuel my work today. I have some college experience and am comfortable caring for up to three children at a...
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Cheyenne S.'s Photo

Eureka, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
For over 10 years, I've found immense joy in nurturing children and supporting families. My babysitting experiences sparked a passion to positively impact young lives, leading me to become a dedicated caregiver. I'm patient, friendly, and observant, which helps me connect with children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I...
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Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello my names Natalie, I have more than 5 years of experience in child care. I can help with, Housekeeping and cooking etc. whatever you need I'm here. I love all kinds of animals and I have a ton of experience with them as well. I'm super patient and super adaptable. I like being indoors, but love being outdoors even more. I'm...
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Ally N.'s Photo

Fortuna, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have many years of loving, hands-on experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teens. Throughout my life, I've worked as a nurturing nanny and have been a devoted stepmom for nearly 7 years, which has given me deep, real-life understanding of daily childcare, routines, and emotional support. In addition to...
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Nicole G.'s Photo

Loleta, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
For over 10 years of my life, I've had the joy of working with children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. My experience includes summer camps, nannying, swim instruction, and babysitting which solidified my passion for fostering their growth and development. I am currently a certificated substitute teacher with a college...
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Itzel T.'s Photo

Fortuna, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
From a young age, I've known I wanted to work with children. My previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to positively impact young lives and support families. I have three years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, and I am comfortable supervising up to three children at a...
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  • 21 infants child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.75/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated infants child care is 5.0

Recent infant child care reviews from local parents in Arcata, CA

Infants Child Care in Arcata, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 21 listed infants child care

Shoshana C.

I interviewed Shoshana at my home and she was very professional and willing to be flexible with what is needed to be done. She is very...

- Lu C.

Anna A.

Anna makes me feel that my child is safe with her. She has a firm yet sweet and humorous approach to my son, which matches my son's...

- Natasha F.

Marissa H.

Marissa is a kind, dependable and fun babysitter! She consistently communicates and is always on time. She is tuned into my son’s needs. I N...

- Care member

FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Arcata, CA

If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Arcata, CA to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Arcata, CA, is $26.75.

You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Arcata, CA by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with

The infant child care services available near you in Arcata, CA can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.

To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Arcata, CA, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a variety of candidates, and request references from other families they worked with in the past. We also request that every caregiver on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and you can see which infant child care providers completed this by looking for the badge on their profile.

When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Arcata, CA, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.

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