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60 infant nannies are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average rate is $26/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby infant nannies is 8 years
Infant nannies in Santa Cruz, CA
Hi, I'm a mature caregiver who has lived in Santa Cruz for over 30 years. I have been providing in-home postpartum support to local families for the last five years.
I have a background in early childhood development and have over 10 years experience working at UCSC's Early Childcare Center. I am also a trained chef.
I provide...
Deborah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there,
My name is Zionne and babysitting was my first job at the age of 12 caring for kids from the ages of 3 months to 13. My experience extends to a gym daycare, managing infants to toddlers. Also, growing up in a family of 5, I bring a nurturing and familial touch to my childcare approach. With a lifelong passion for...
Zionne can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Mara B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I've been a nanny for 10 years now I can care for children in different age groups from infants to school age.
I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable safe while having fun!
I love to explore the outdoors, play and get messy with them, help them reach their milestones with fun activities :)
I want to...
Mara can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hi! My name is Zoe and I am looking for a family to help out part-time this summer.
I am originally from California and I am in NY for the summer :) I can do one-time jobs, or helping out a couple times a week. I work full-time as a remote state policy intern during the week, so my schedule is pretty flexible.
I have been...
Zoe can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Arely G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$19-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hey,
I am 19 years old and a college student. I love to work with kids and have 2 years of experience with babysitting. I mostly work with infants and toddlers bur willing to work with babies. I follow instructions pretty well and learn fast. I hope that you have a nice day
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, respectful,...
1.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents!
My name is Chloe and I'm a full-time student studying cosmetology. Currently here to help families for any occasional jobs/one-time sittings!
I have over 8 years of experience from infants to toddlers to early teens. Including care for children with developmental disabilities.
My passions besides working with...
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have more than 15 years of experience working with children as a nanny, an Au pair in Germany, a daycare employee, a camp counselor, a preschool teacher, and a challenge course facilitator.
I have been certified as an Associate Preschool Teacher by Santa Rosa Junior college, gone through the Ayurvedic Clinical Foundations...
Anelisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working with all age groups- infants, toddlers, and preteens. I love what I do! Everyday is packed full of fun-making cookies out of clay, playing cars, talking about cartoons, packing picnics for the park, counting, learning colors, learning manners, speech development, sharing, playing with peers, bike...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"This is a late review, but I wanted to share that we hired Katie a few times in summer/fall 2015 and she was very professional, reliable, and prompt. My kids enjoyed her company very much. At the time, we weren't able to give her the committed number of hours she...
Demi C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have numerous years of experience caretaking, nannying, house sitting, dog sitting/ walking, and babysitting. Love animals and kids! I'm a caring and responsible young professional looking for part time work to help out and make some money for grad school. I'm flexible, reliable and fun loving!
I also have my current Adult,...
Gabby can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabby is a nice, smart, and dependable person. She is always positive and see the good in everyone. I would recommend her to anyone!"
Nicole D.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I can't wait to be your next nanny! I have over 5 years of experience caring for children, not counting the date-night babysitting jobs I had when I was 13-16. My longest experience nannying lasted 15 months and the boy I nannied is now like my little brother. I love watching people learn and grow, especially infants...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Savannah is amazing! Our five year old son has a new best bud! And I know he is so safe in her hands. Our family is so grateful to have found Savannah!"
Jemila P.
Lila B.
Ben Lomond, CA
$25-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional nanny for five years. I started working with children when I was 15 and got my AS in Early Childhood Education last year from Cabrillo. I've worked with children of all ages. I've been with the same family for four and a half years, the kids are for five nine and 10. I have been a nanny and babysitter...
Lila can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Lila has been caring for our infant since she was 5 months old. Working with her for the past 5+ months has been wonderful. I completely trust her and know that our daughter is in good hands when my partner and I are at work. Lila is punctual, adaptable with our...
Cassandra G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am living in Boulder creek. I fully vaccinated and boosted. I have 6, 5 years of experience with infants, toddlers, special kids (autism) and school ages. Thank you :)
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nuray babysat our 16 month old son for a day when my primary caregiver wasn't available. He had a great time with her! I was impressed she was able to entertain him even though it was one off babysitting."
Zuzana V.
Hello! My name is Ella. I am the mama of a 6-year-old little girl, and a very premature newborn baby girl who was recently born in August. I am very passionate about working with children. I have babysitting, nannying, and licensed daycare experience as well as one-to-one student aide experience in a school setting. I have cared...
Ella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Michele L.
Scotts Valley, CA
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm Young At Heart And Full Of Experience When It Comes To Children
Hello, My name is Michele I live in Scotts Valley Taking care of children has always been my passion. I find working with children a rewarding experience. My first job, at the age of 16, was working with 2-year-olds at Winnie The Pooh Daycare I continued to work there for five years. I worked there while attending DeAnza College...
Michele can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Bryanna W.
Scotts Valley, CA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there! Im bryanna I'm 21 years old, and I absolutely adore working with children. I have been working with children since my sophomore year in high school, and to this day I am still working with children. I am currently working at happy days learning center right now working with age ranges infants 4 months- pre...
Hi there! My name is Lizzy and I've been working with kids of all ages, including infants, for 2. 5 years now. I would describe myself as patient, kind, nurturing, and fun. Things I have enjoyed doing/am capable of doing with the kids is playing, going to the park or on an easy hike, creative activities, or even something as...
Marianne V.
Soquel, CA
$31-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Marianne. I have been nanny since I retired from Nursing in 2019.
My specialty for several years was postpartum, well baby nursery and high risk pregnancy.
The age groups I have cared for are newborns, infants, toddlers, preschool and young school age children. I have experience with twins. I love children and...
Marianne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Many years of experience with infants, toddlers and school-age children. Light houskeeping, pick up/drop off from school, craft activities, outdoor play.
Armanda can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom and a nanny. I have 25 years of experience with newborn (including overnight/sleep training )through teen care. I have excellent local references and a perfect DMV record. I am child and infant first aid/ CPR trained and have been an in-home nanny locally for many years. I have also run my own home daycare in the...
Alisa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Alisa watched my son (and one other baby) from about 6 to 15 months as part of a nanny share during COVID when we were unable to secure daycare, and she has been a great help throughout it all. Alisa worked from the beginning to establish a regular eat / sleep /...
Kim D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings,
I have been a nanny for 18 years with great references. I simply love children of all ages.
My specialty is infants working throughout the toddler years or as long as the family needs. Major in college Education, Early Childhood Development Certificate and I have studied Montessori philosophy. These are the...
Sharol can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Sharol isn't just a caregiver; she's become an essential part of our family. Back in 2020-2021, she cared for my son, and when our daughter arrived in 2023, there was no question about who we would trust with her care. She became an extension of our parenting team,...
Anna H.
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Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Santa Cruz, CA
Katie L.
5.0
This is a late review, but I wanted to share that we hired Katie a few times in summer/fall 2015 and she was very professional, reliable, and prompt. My kids enjoyed her company very much. At the time, we weren't able to give her the committed number of hours she needed and she got hired by another...
- Demi C.
Gabby D.
5.0
Gabby did an amazing job caring for my 8-year old son. She went above and beyond for me and truly became a friend. She is hard-working, highly responsible and very personable. I can highly recommend her!
- Care member
Savannah Z.
4.0
Savannah was our nanny for 9 months and didn't have experience with infants and toddlers before.she learned a lot working with my 1 year old and then new born. She learns quickly and is super helpful with not only the kids but household chores. She is eager to learn, a creative thinker, and easy to...
- Amber M.
Lila B.
5.0
Lila has been caring for our infant since she was 5 months old. Working with her for the past 5+ months has been wonderful. I completely trust her and know that our daughter is in good hands when my partner and I are at work. Lila is punctual, adaptable with our schedules/routines, and has even...
- Cassandra G.
Nuray K.
5.0
I hired Nuray to be our full-time nanny for our 5 month old. Having someone reliable with a wealth of knowledge about babies and their growth (leaps) was invaluable to have as I transitioned back to work. She has prepares fresh foods on a daily basis for our LO and goes on walks, plays, sings and...
- Elizabeth L.
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FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Santa Cruz, CA
How much does a nanny cost for an infant near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Santa Cruz, CA, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $26.81. 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
TNot sure how to find a good nanny for an infant? Look no further than Care.com, where you will find 27 infant nanny profiles near you in Santa Cruz, CA that you can check out. You can also read 20 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.
How do I interview a nanny for an infant near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
Want to learn more about how to interview a nanny for an infant? When interviewing potential infant nannies near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA infant nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.1 / 5
Infant Nannies in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed infant nannies.