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Margo R.

Mature, Experienced Caregiver (Mom And Retired Teacher)

Watsonville, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a nurturing, experienced child care provider. I raised 2 children of my own (now aged 27 and 29) and just retired after 20+ years of teaching elementary school (mostly kindergarten) in Live Oak. I am energetic and fun, and love babies and children of all ages. I am happy to help with light household chores, errands and...
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Mary J.

Creative & Energetic Nanny

Watsonville, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have had the privilege of working in many childcare settings and with children of all ages over many years of childcare experience. I am committed to creating a nurturing daily rhythm with the family I work for. Supporting families in finding greater balance and ease in their home lives is my main goal. I have a warm, outgoing...

Kelly C. says "Mary has been an integral part of our family for the last year. She went above and beyond to provide our daughter with attentiveness, love, care and...

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Carlene C.

Nurturing & Experienced Nanny

Watsonville, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
9 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have 10 years experience nannying children ages 3 months- 4 years old. I love being a part of little ones life; to positively influence and bring joy to their lives. As a musician, nature lover, certified Holistic Health Coach, and yogi, I bring fun and creativity each day. With toddlers, I encourage movement activities and...

Selina M. says "Carlene was our daughter's nanny from age 6-15 months. She is trustworthy, upbeat, experienced, flexible, easy to talk to, and became our daughter's best...

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Antoinette C.

Watsonville, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I recently retired from 27 years of teaching; besides believing in the value of investing in our young people, I also truly enjoy their company. My students of all ages brought me laughter and joy and wisdom! Along with my husband, I also raised two children of our own, who remain close to us. I value family, no matter the...
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Lyndzi M.

Watsonville, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I'm an experienced and caring childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating children. I've been working as a nanny and babysitter for over three years, and I have a strong desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I'm always looking for new and engaging ways...
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Vanessa B.

Possible Full-Time Nanny For A Wonderful Family

Watsonville, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hey moms! I'm Vanessa, I recently have opened up several days in my week and I'm looking for a new family! I am looking to start ASAP. I have great references. I've been a nanny for over 12 years.;) I was a nanny for a child from age of 4 months old to 3 years old. I was also a babysitter and a tutor for another family. I have...
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Erika M.

Babysitter Available Three Days A Week And A Few Nights & Also On Weekends

Aptos, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
My name is Erika and I'm from Brazil. I am a full-time student at Cabrillo College - majoring in Early Childhood Education. My daily activities with kids consist of feeding, playing, reading, dancing, singing, bathing, nap time, drop off/pickups from school/activities, cleaning/meal preparation and laundry for kids, etc. I...

Care Member says "Erika nannied for us when our nanny was gone for an extended period of time, where I dropped my 1.5 year old off for a nanny share. She was so great...

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Lisa E.

Fun, Loving, Outgoing, Love Outdoors. Energetic, Creative.

Aptos, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello my name is Lisa, mother of 2 adults. I have been a Nanny for about 6 years since I relocated back to the Bay Area from South Lake Tahoe. I am now moving to Aptos. I lived in Tahoe for 14 years where I raised my kids as a stay at home mom and FT volunteer with my kids school and sports. I have over 30 years of childcare...

Care Member says " Lisa starting watching our son when I went back to work (he was about 5 months old) until we moved when he was 1.5 years old. I could honestly tell...

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Mikaela F.

Part Or Full-time Caregiver Available Children All Ages

Aptos, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Currently running my small jewelry business. In the past have been a live in nanny, part time nanny and occasional babysitter for children from ages 3 months to 16 years old and preschool teacher at an emergent and play based preschool.

Karen H. says "Mikaela is great with kids. She enjoys them and is good at engaging them in healthy, constructive activities."

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Judy H.

Nanny

Aptos, CA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I am a Nanny currently. I live in Aptos Ca. I have 2 older children of my own. I am responsible, reliable and very loving and fun spirited. I love the idea of helping make children become loving caring responsible individuals. Life is good. Our kids are everything and I like to make sure they know how special they are.
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Cameron D.

Aptos, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
As a recent college graduate I am transitioning into a full time career, and would love to nanny part time for a family who needs help in the coming weeks or months. With babysitting jobs over the last 4 years, I am passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and encouraging environment for children. I am seeking to step in...
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Natalie M.

Part-time Caregiver

Aptos, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Natalie; I am 25 years old and living in the Santa Cruz area. I am proud to have completed my BA in Psychology and Sociology at UC Santa Cruz. My long-term goal is to become a Marriage and Family counselor. I have been nannying on and off throughout my adult life. My professional experience ranges from working...
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Carter H.

Aptos, CA

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$21/hr
3 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I am a 24-year-old Marine Biology and Environmental Studies graduate student. Currently for work I am a water polo coach for multiple teamed aged 8-17. I currently live in the Santa Cruz mountains and will be moving to the Santa Cruz area this winter. With that I am looking for some part time nannying work :) I have worked with...
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Tammy C.

Full Or Part Time Live In/out Nanny

Gilroy, CA

3.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Caring nanny who offers full time live-in or out child care. Offering over 8 years child care experience and proficiency in assimilating into a new family culture. Skilled in creating schedules, following commitments, and maintaining routines. Please message me for a copy of my resume and references.

Care Member says "Tammy has been the nanny for our children for about a year and a half. First, she watched our oldest until he went to daycare and then we brought her...

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Gabriella S.

Experienced & Dedicated Sitter For All Ages

Salinas, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been babysitting on and off for the last 15 years. I'm 30 but I've worked as a live in nanny and am experienced with young children. I currently work in the Elementary School District. In one of my positions, I am in charge of a group of 25 third and forth graders to which I offer enrichment, homework assistance, and...

Maggie R. says "My daughter was always happy when I left and came back, Gabriella was always sincere regarding the events that took place while she took care of my...

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Maria C.

Career Nanny Of 17 Years Looking For Full Time Job

Marina, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
My name is Maria I have been a professional nanny in California, New York, Florida, North Carolina and Ecuador ( my home country) for the past 18-19 years, I have experience babysitting with ages 2 months and older. I have a family of 4 children (26, 22, 21 and 16) . I studied psychology for 3 years but I couldn't finish it, I...

Sandra S. says "I have never written a review, but I am so grateful that Mafer (Maria) came to our lives. I was a first-time mom and totally overwhelmed by the idea of...

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Sarina M.

Gilroy, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi I'm Sarina! I'm looking for a nannying job in the either the Morgan hill/ Gilroy area (I live in between). I would love to care for your children and keep them busy while you are at work! I love the outdoors and any pets you may have. I have been studying early childhood development as part of my degree in school, so along...

Heather M. says "Sarina was the first nanny we ever hired and my kids fell in love with her!!! We have 2 girls and they think of her as their big sister. Sarina was very...

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Sira T.

I Luv Kiddos

Soquel, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Sira, I have lived and raised my family here in SC 50 years. I have been a full time Nanny for the last 2 years working with several families as needed. I have done drop in care, overnight care, newborn care, morning and afternoon care with kids all age, full day care I have 40 years of experience with caring...

Care Member says "Sira was very reliable and flexible, which is what I needed with my varying work schedule. She helped with getting my two kiddos ready for school in the...

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Annel A.

Gilroy, CA

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$28/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello my name is Annel. I have been a full-time nanny for 5 years, I have helped 3 amazing families with kids between ages from 6 months-10 years old. I enjoy helping children learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. In addition to child care responsibilities, I also help with light house work. I would love to...
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Dominika O.

Soquel, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, I'm Dominika. I'm a dedicated childcare provider with over five years of experience, including 2. 5 years as a live-in nanny. I'm also a nursing student at Cabrillo, which enhances my knowledge of child development, health, and safety. I have a calm and patient approach, creating a nurturing environment where children feel...
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  • 44 live-in nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.50/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated live-in nannies is 5.0

Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in Watsonville, CA

Live-in Nannies in Watsonville, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 44 listed live-in nannies

Mary J.

Mary has been an integral part of our family for the last year. She went above and beyond to provide our daughter with attentiveness, love,...

- Kelly C.

Carlene C.

Carlene was our daughter's nanny from age 6-15 months. She is trustworthy, upbeat, experienced, flexible, easy to talk to, and became our...

- Selina M.

Erika M.

Erika nannied for us when our nanny was gone for an extended period of time, where I dropped my 1.5 year old off for a nanny share. She was...

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FAQs for finding a live-in nanny in Watsonville, CA

The cost of a live-in nanny varies greatly depending on factors like their years of experience and your location. The average rate for live-in nannies on Care.com near you in Watsonville, CA is $27.50 per hour.

Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 6 in Watsonville, CA. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare profiles by hourly pay rate and experience. You also have the ability to read reviews from other families.

All live-in nannies offer different services, like helping with homework or light housekeeping, so it’s important to ask them about what responsibilities they’re willing to take on when you interview them. The responsibilities you want them to commit to can greatly impact the cost of a live-in nanny. You can compare 6 live-in nanny profiles near you to get an idea of what responsibilities they feel comfortable tackling.

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