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Jordain P.

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Jordain! I love to go to the beach, Disneyland, practice yoga, and travel in my spare time! I was a nanny, dogsitter, and catsitter for 9 years. I have my degree in Biology with a concentration in Microbiology and worked as a Microbiologist II for 5 years. Once I got pregnant I couldn't work in a laboratory space and came...

David H. says "Jordie is so fun and friendly and amazing with our infant son. He has GERD and Jordie is so patient and loving with him, she always knows just how to...

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Jacqueline M.

Nanny

Santa Ana, CA

4.5(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hi my name is Jackie. I've been a full time nanny for approximately 10 years. I have taken some time off to be a mommy myself. My son is now 16 months old and I'm looking to get back into the child care field. I am also a NCS (Newborn Care Specialist) and currently taking child development classes. As a nanny I have worked...

Victoria H. says "Jackie was our overnight nanny for our newborn baby boy when we needed help most! Serene, warm, professional, and skilled, she gave our son excellent...

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Kathya E.

Experienced Child Development Major Nanny Available For Weeknight, Weekend, Or A Part Time Job

Santa Ana, CA

3.5(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a 30 years old and bilingual . I have been AED/CPR certified for infants, toddlers and adults. For 3 years, I was a nanny for two boys ages 4 and 7. I was responsible for picking up the kids from school, getting homework done, driving both boys to their activities. I also babysat for many overnights while the parents...

Josh G. says "Kathya was on time and personable. She was able to help us on very short notice. My daughter enjoyed spending the evening with her. We would certainly have...

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Julie G.

Lego's, Dolls, Puzzles, Coloring, Lets Do It!

Santa Ana, CA

4.4(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have always loved children. They always light up my life with their adorable smiles, the crazy things they say, and the funny things they do. I have experience taking care of kids between the ages of 1 month to 13 years old. I am CPR and First Aid certified for infants, children, and adults and comfortable dealing with any...

Jessica M. says "Julie has shown herself to be consistently reliable and routinely goes above and beyond. She ensures that the kids remain in schedule, cooks nutritional...

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Alejandra M.

Experienced Caregiver, Nanny Or Babysitter Available

Garden Grove, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Alejandra. I have been married for over 10 years. I love my many nieces and nephews, and all children. I have a friendly and pleasant personality and am very responsible and reliable. I studied for 3 years at a university and have worked for over 5 years in a preschool environment teaching toddlers and caring for...

Care Member says "We hired Alejandra several times to care for our middle school aged kids after school. Alejandra was responsive, dependable, and reliable. She was...

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Farzaneh H.

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Farzaneh and I absolutely love caring for children and and have been working with kids for 20 years. I have been a nanny since the day I turned 20 and absolutely I love it! I have worked with families with one child as well as families with multiple children. I feel comfortable watching many children at one time....

June M. says "Farzaneh has been with us since October 2022 and we've had the BEST experience with her. Our son was 6 months when she started. She prepares daily homemade,...

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Elizabeth J.

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Liz and I am a professional private nanny and Bachelor's prepared registered nurse. I am seeking a long-term position with a wonderful family! I am CPR-certified and fully vaccinated. I have 5+ combined years of private, in-home nannying experience caring for children of all ages. Most recently, I was a full-time...

Kaytee B. says "Elle was able to help us with our 11 month old last minute and she was amazing. Super sweet and interacted perfectly with her. My shy pandemic baby was...

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Ana Beatriz L.

Nanny In Irvine And OC Area!

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I am known for being a calm and patient person who delights children wherever I go. With over 8 years of experience as a nanny, I feel very comfortable taking care of newborns, infants and toddlers. I prefer outdoor activities to have greater contact with nature, have fun and explore the world around me. What I like most about...

Care Member says "It was about time to register here how important Bia was (and always will be) to my family. I don't have family around, so I needed extra help since my...

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Emily E.

Fountain Valley, CA

3.7(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
I am a compassionate nanny with eight years of experience, and caring for children has truly become one of the greatest joys of my life. While I've had the privilege of working with children of all ages, over the past few years I've found my passion in supporting infants and toddlers during those precious early stages of...

Suzi F. says "We love Emily! I hired her to care for my 18 month old, and my older kids pout that they don't get to stay with her too! She makes dinner and bathes my...

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Lua O.

Westminster, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Lua and I'm available and interested in helping you. I am 29 years old, I have a lot of experience with infants and toddlers. Right now I'm looking for a part time: 8 a.m. - 12 a.m. Let me know if this works for you! I am also CPR certified! I have good references to provide for you to check :) Please, let me know if...

Chris F. says "Lua was always punctual and dependable while working for me. When she had to end her job for me, she found me another dependable nanny to fill in until I...

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Shannon O.

PT Babysitter/Nanny Available

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Shannon, nice to meet you :) I have tons of experience. I've been a live in Nanny, Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny, Babysitter & I'm a single mom with a teen. I know what kids are like & what they need, I actually listen to them. I love kids & I'll treat your babies like they are my own. I don't mind sick kids or...

Care Member says "Shannon is wonderful! She was our regular, go-to babysitter for our little toddler for nearly a year, until we had to relocate. Our LO loved her and...

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Cristina C.

Stanton, CA

3.9(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Cristina, and I am a Mom of 4 lovely children. I have my CPR and First Aid done. I also have my fingerprints and background clearance number. I've worked as a teacher for over 20+ years now. I decided to Nanny/Share Nanny with a private family that was recommended to me prior to me working at a Montessori school....

Veronica L. says "Cristina took care of my two kids my three and four year old before I decided to put them in public school she worked for me for 3 years and in those 3...

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Brittney M.

Garden Grove, CA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Brittney -Garden Grove, Ca I am a patient, kind, and reliable nanny/babysitter. I have a passion for childcare, and I'm so excited to gain a new job opportunity caring for young children and infants. I have been a nanny for infants as young as 3 months old. I also have experience working in a nursery at my church for several...

Leslie H. says "Beyond pleased with our families decision to hire Britney. Our 11 month old loves her, and she was a joy to have in our home. Unfortunately we have...

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Desiree R.

Tustin, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I was a Preschool Teacher for 16years. I spent 6 years with Infants/Toddlers and the rest with 3 & 4-year-olds. I have been a Nanny to over 20 families over the last 25 years! . I have volunteered in my church nursery for 20 years. I have watched multiples. I have also done Nanny Share.

Brandan C. says "Desiree was friendly, personable, and did great with our kids. Would recommend (and hire again)."

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Keely T.

Outgoing Super Nanny To Save The Day

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
I've been a nanny for a little over 16 years and I've also worked in after school kids programs. As a nanny to SCHOOL AGE children I'm used to preparing lunches, dinners, and snacks, helping with homework, & driving children to/from after school activities and appointments. I also have a lot of experience for children with...

Care Member says "Keely has been wonderful with our daughter. My husband and I work from home and needed a nanny for our 7-month old. Keely is full of positive energy and...

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Maria O.

Experienced Nanny

Tustin, CA

4.3(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
*Currently Not Available* Hello, My name is Maria and I have been a nanny for 15 years. All my years working have been filled with joy, laughter and compassion as I have gotten to witness precious babies turn into adoring toddlers and then into grown, caring children. Taking care of infants and children has been a rewarding...

Susan G. says "Maria is an a wonderful human being and nanny - she has taken care of my almost 2 yo and 6 yo for 2 years and has done an amazing job. I can't stress...

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Allie F.

Part-time Caregiver

Fountain Valley, CA

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
Hello! Thank you for visiting my page. My name is Allie, and I am currently earning my degree in Early Childhood Studies. I have found a passion for nannying, as it better prepares me for my career of becoming a teacher. I like to be positive and put my best foot forward. I enjoy reading, watching films, and being active. I...

Yasmine M. says "She is very reliable girl, very mature for her aged. She watched my son and daughter with no problem."

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Emily H.

About Me, Emily!

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
Hello Orange County! My name is Emily. I am a returning college student in search of local loving families to join. As a former behavior technician and local nanny, I have years of diverse child and infant care experience. I have been working with children for nearly 10 years as a part-time nanny, tutor, lifeguard, and...

Megan Z. says "Emily was on time and super nice and communicative. Will definitely hire her again to babysit!"

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Emily M.

Reliable Babysitter (Preferably Weekends) Over 4 Years Experience!

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
-have cared for multiple children grades K-8 -experience with newborns and infants -can drive children to locations desired (school, practices, etc.) -can administer medications to child -feed and clean up after children Hello there! above are just some of the few tasks I can help complete when caring for your child. I have been...

Sherri H. says "Emily has been caring for my son and my special needs daughter for many years now. She's a joy to have around, and always puts a smile on the kids faces....

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Homa A.

My Experience

Newport Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
Early learning happens when babies are led by qualified early childhood education prof. Depending on how they love, handle, feed, talk, lead a child will set their expectations for all future relationships. I believe that for continuity of care to be successful, education is important. I studied ECE, & classes I took...

Care Member says "Homa took care of our son for the first year of his life. She is extremely kind, nourishing, and attentive. She treated him like her own son, and we...

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  • 60 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.53/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant nannies is 4.5

Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Costa Mesa, CA

Infant Nannies in Costa Mesa, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed infant nannies

Jordain P.

Jordie is so fun and friendly and amazing with our infant son. He has GERD and Jordie is so patient and loving with him, she always knows...

- David H.

Jacqueline M.

Jackie was our overnight nanny for our newborn baby boy when we needed help most! Serene, warm, professional, and skilled, she gave our son...

- Victoria H.

Kathya E.

Kathya was on time and personable. She was able to help us on very short notice. My daughter enjoyed spending the evening with her. We would...

- Josh G.

FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Costa Mesa, CA

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Costa Mesa, CA, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $24.53. This is just an average though, how much you need to spend on infant care will depend on where you live and if you want to hire an infant nanny during the day or overnight.

Nanny infant care can involve changing diapers, feeding the baby, and making sure all of their needs are met. The infant nanny responsibilities that your nanny takes on will depend on your family’s unique needs and what the nanny feels comfortable with. When searching for an infant nannies in Costa Mesa, CA, prepare a list of responsibilities you’re hoping to get help with so you can ask potential nannies if they can provide the support you need.

TNot sure how to find a good nanny for an infant? Look no further than Care.com, where you will find 15 infant nanny profiles near you in Costa Mesa, CA that you can check out. You can also read 19 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.

Want to learn more about how to interview a nanny for an infant? When interviewing potential infant nannies near you in Costa Mesa, CA, it can be helpful to write an infant nanny job description and to prepare a list of questions you have. For example, if in your job description you write that you need help with light housekeeping (like keeping the kitchen clean), you can add to your list of questions one about how comfortable they feel helping with housework.

We ask all Care.com infant nannies to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. For parents who want extra peace of mind, we strongly recommend doing your own research before you hire an infant nanny. Alongside running an independent background check, you can interview candidates and request references from other families they worked with in the past.

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