Find Infant Nannies in La Mesa, CA
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60 infant nannies are listed in La Mesa, CA
The average rate is $20/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby infant nannies is 6 years
Infant nannies in La Mesa, CA
Alyssa M.
Santee, CA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alyssa, I am 22 years old. I started nannying when I was 16 years old with a sweet girl who was 2 months old when I started and stayed with her until she turned 5 years old. One of my other nanny positions was with two kiddos ages 1. 5 and 3. 5 years old. The most recent position includes two kiddos ages 1 and 2....
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa is so sweet and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for childcare. She is dependable, kind, and just an overall joy to have around. I have two under two and Alyssa handled them both so well!"
Lauryn E.
4.5
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for over 15 years. I have experience with children of all ages from infants through teens, families, & multiples, along with children with disabilities. I'm very active working in the health & fitness field as well as child care. In the past I was a summer fitness camp employee supervising...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melissa took care of our infant daughter as we bridged the gap between parental leave and when she would be old enough to go to our chosen daycare. Melissa was dependable and great with our daughter. She took great care of her, helping prepare her meals as well...
Kevin W.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents :) My name is Samantha, I'm an experienced mother of 3, CPR & First Aid certified, vaccinated and a non smoker. I have lifelong experience with childcare from assisting my mother with her nannying from infants to teenagers.
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sam was great with our 4 month old! Her communication was amazing and really helped make me feel at ease as a first time mom leaving my baby with someone other than my husband! She was professional and kind and my little man came home smiling every day ❤️😍 I...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Haley and I live in San Diego with my husband and our pets. I am looking for a new nanny position. I have 10 years of experience being a nanny and really enjoy supporting families in this way. Most of my experience is with infants and toddlers though I have worked with kids up until their early teens. I am hoping to find...
Haley can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Haley is wonderful with not only my 6 month old baby but also our dog, who tends to be aloof with new people, but immediately took to her after only a day or two. She is experienced with bottles and solids and keeps us updated on his intake as requested. She has a...
Karen T.
5.0
(1)
I am a college educated and mother of 4 who has approximately 25 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers as well as managing a home from cooking healthy/gourmet meals, grocery, decorating, laundry, etc.
My previous position was a nanny and house manager for the past 2 years.
Considering me for this...
Celina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
First Aid
5.0
"Celina has been a significant help to our family - my kids absolutely love her! She's punctual and is an excellent communicator. At times, I've needed to adjust timing due to work demands or traffic ... and she's been flexible and understanding. She finds away to...
Milissa C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
** Available for date night care only. **
I have over 25+ years of experience caring for infants and children. I have been working as a full-time nanny the last 13 years. I have a lot of experience with infants/toddler/preschool age children. I know baby sign language (30 or so signs) and have helped with potty training. I have...
Ruth can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ruth N. was our nanny for 6 years - and I could not have done it without her. She arrives on time, hardly ever calls in sick, and is very reliable. My boys absolutely love her! She watched my oldest son from the time he was 4 months old until he went to...
Cynthia N.
4.7
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lori and I'm proud to be a career Nanny who prioritizes the safety and well-being of the children I care for. I was a CA state licensed and Military certified Family Child Care Provider for 8 years, an Infant Teacher at NASNI for 1 year, and I also have 13 paid years as a Paraprofessional in public/private schools. I...
Lori can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We offer our strongest possible endorsement and support to Lori obtaining the opportunity to work as a nanny for ANY family lucky enough to have her support. Lori has essentially raised our children with us as a third parent due to my husband's military work...
Erin F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi San Diego! My name is Emily. I am a recent college graduate 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 6 years as a part-time nanny, tutor, lifeguard, and behavioral...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Thank you Emily! We hope you'll come back soon!"
Lisa J.
5.0
(1)
I am 24 years old and have 7 years as an experienced nanny. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Child Development from San Diego State University. I have been working with the same family since January 2022 and have experience with infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school age children. I am very easy going, patient, passionate, and...
Payge can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Payge has been a longtime nanny/babysitter for our family. She is punctual and reliable. She has a wonderful temperament with children of all ages. She started caring for my son at 18 months and he is now seven years old. My children are often asking when Payge...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I work with children since I was teenager my passion for it took me to travel to Africa where I was volunteering in a huge slum in Cape Town city working with homeless children and orphans for a year. I am experience with newborns and toddlers, with twins and nanny shares. Certified newborn-one year care. Classes of child...
Mariana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mariana was my son's very first nanny (he's 10 months old) and was with us for only a few weeks before we had to move out of the area. In such a short time, she helped me so much with my son's care and development. It's because of her that my son is on a much...
Athena S.
5.0
(3)
Hello I'm Destinee and I am 29years old. I'm currently a full time nanny for a 2-year-old during the week(9-5). I am looking for a family who needs help in the evening and/ or weekends! I have my Masters in Early Childhood Education and experience with infants.
Destinee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Destinee did a wonderful job caring for our toddler. She was punctual, dependable, and took the initiative to bring activities/ arts and crafts to share with our daughter."
Giselle H.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked at a Christian Preschool for 6 years with children ages 2-5, then I worked at Rady Children's Preschool. I worked in the infant room, then in the 4 to 5 years old. I have 42 Child Development units, CPR and First Aid. Since Sept. of 2010, I have been nannying for several families. I am a hard worker, warm, caring,...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Patricia is an amazing worker and human being! She has been such a blessing! She's trustworthy, dependable, amazing with kids, pets, and old people. She's just a gem all around."
Claudia C.
4.5
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Tatiana, I have 9 years of experience with children between newborn to 16 years of age, special with newborn and infant. I have recommendation if needed. I am honest, creative, clean, punctual, thoughtful, cheerful, calm, responsible and know how to handle any kind of situation. I can drive your kids to and from...
Tatiana can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tatiana was truly an amazing and comforting nanny for our daughter (4-10 mn). We first chose her because she had a beautifully happy personality, was kind spirited, thoughtful, intelligent, gentle, and most of all she was 100% considerate of our wishes. What we...
Cole J.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Sydney, and I am currently splitting my time between San Diego and Boulder! After two years of teaching elementary Special Education and getting my master's degree in New York, I decided I was ready for a change and moved to San Diego last August. I spent my first year in California working as a full-time...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sydney has been taking care of our infant son over the summer, since he was 6 months old -- we love her and wish she didn't have to go back to college! She is great with him -- patient, caring, and engaging. She takes our son on outings and even made him a sensory...
Katie F.
Sandra V.
San Diego, CA
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone!
My name is Sandra.
I am looking for a full time nanny position.
I have experience with infants and toddlers.
I was an elementary tutor for a couple of years and during summer vacations I worked as a nanny/babysitter.
I have references upon request.
I am bilingual ( Spanish/ English)
CPR Certified
I love to...
Sandra can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"One thing we love about her is that she was always on time, always sweet and kind and willing to help. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Aline and I'm from Brazil. I discovered my passion for children while working as a teacher with my first group of kids, and I have been in love with them ever since. I graduated in Brazil in Languages-English with an emphasis on child development and taught English for almost 6 years before moving to the US in 2019....
Aline can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aline is great with my kids. She is patient and kind; also very punctual and reliable. She's an excellent driver. Drove my kids safely to school a couple of times. She also is very creative and resourceful when it comes to playing and interacting with the little...
Mary J.
Sara C.
San Diego, CA
$20-42/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Sara, nice to meet you!
I am a over qualified sitter with 5+ years of experience babysitting/nannying a range of ages from infants-teens. I am trustworthy, reliable, upbeat and patient. I completed first aid training and CPR training. I have experience as a personal chef/assistant as well. As of now, I have an...
Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is currently working for us, and has been punctual and reliable. We have a 8 mo old, 4 yo, and 6 yo. She is patient, asks us questions about how to handle situations that come up, and listens to our feedback. She has been a big help to our family!"
Care member
4.5
(8)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Alice, I am 29, and I moved to California from the UK when I was 14.
I have been a nanny for 11 wonderful years!
I have experience caring for ages 4 months - 11 yrs+ using the Montessori Method and Gentle Parenting style.
I am happy to help implement sleep schedules, bottle feeding, care when teething, medication...
Alice can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Alice took wonderful care of my 7 month old baby. She knew I was very nervous about leaving him as a first time mom, and she went above and beyond in providing updates throughout the day when she worked with him. He always seemed so happy with her. She would take...
Karen T.
Guadalupe P.
National City, CA
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Lupe, and I am 59years old, and I am looking for a nanny position. I have over 10 years of experience taking care of children from infants and up. I am CPR certified. I have a unit in child development, I have excellent references, I am a mother of four, three boys, one girl, ages 16, 18 24, 29, and two...
Guadalupe can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lupe has taken wonderful care of our infant (now toddler) daughter. She's very experienced, loving, and dependable. Our daughter loves her so much (as does our big boxer dog!). We couldn't recommend her more!!"
Jenny S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Children are my passion! I absolutely love working with children. I have 12 years of experience. I have a B. A in psychology/ early childhood. I am also a certified infant specialist. I have worked as a preschool teacher and in a daycare setting as well as working in home with families. I have worked with all types of families....
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie watched my daughter for almost a year from Aug2015 until June 2016. Always on time, friendly, great with our daughter & overall a blessing to have found someone we can trust with our child. If we didn't move we would have continued using Stephanie. She's...
Crystal B.
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Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in La Mesa, CA
Alyssa M.
5.0
Alyssa is so sweet and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for childcare. She is dependable, kind, and just an overall joy to have around. I have two under two and Alyssa handled them both so well!
- Lauryn E.
Melissa G.
5.0
Melissa took care of our infant daughter as we bridged the gap between parental leave and when she would be old enough to go to our chosen daycare. Melissa was dependable and great with our daughter. She took great care of her, helping prepare her meals as well giving her great attention helping her...
- Kevin W.
Samantha P.
5.0
I’m so happy I found Samantha and her drop off service for my 6 month old! My little one gets to have socialization with Samantha’s kids and also care in a clean, safe environment. She communicates great and I love getting updates throughout the day about how my baby is doing. Highly recommended!
- Care member
Haley H.
5.0
Haley is wonderful with not only my 6 month old baby but also our dog, who tends to be aloof with new people, but immediately took to her after only a day or two. She is experienced with bottles and solids and keeps us updated on his intake as requested. She has a great work ethic. She goes the...
- Karen T.
Celina U.
5.0
Celina has been a significant help to our family - my kids absolutely love her! She's punctual and is an excellent communicator. At times, I've needed to adjust timing due to work demands or traffic ... and she's been flexible and understanding. She finds away to make it work - which is kind of...
- Milissa C.
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FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in La Mesa, CA
How much does a nanny cost for an infant near me in La Mesa, CA?
Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in La Mesa, CA, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $20.57. 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.
What types of responsibilities do infant nannies near me in La Mesa, CA take on?
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 La 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.
How can I find a good infant nanny near me in La Mesa, CA?
TNot sure how to find a good nanny for an infant? Look no further than Care.com, where you will find 14 infant nanny profiles near you in La Mesa, CA that you can check out. You can also read 16 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.
How do I interview a nanny for an infant near me in La Mesa, CA?
Want to learn more about how to interview a nanny for an infant? When interviewing potential infant nannies near you in La 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.
Is it safe to hire an infant nanny near me in La Mesa, CA?
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.
Ratings for La Mesa, CA infant nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Infant Nannies in La Mesa, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed infant nannies.