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Sonia O.

Encinitas, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi I am a fun and energetic 20-year-old and I have been taking care of children for the past 5 years as a babysitter nanny and tutor. I love working with children of all ages from newborns to teens and have experience working with 2-3 children at a time. I am BLS (Basic Life Support) certified and a Certified Nursing Assistant,...

Care Member says "Sonia is kind, compassionate and a great role model for our kids. We have 2 boys between the ages of 4-5.5. Sonia has been our babysitter for 2 years...

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Essay Tutor / English Tutor / Reading And Comprehension Tutor

Encinitas, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello Parents! I am a recent graduate of Cal State San Marcos, where I earned my BA in Literature and Writing Studies. Being a recent graduate, of course, means returning to the one reliable job before getting a cozy professional one - taking care of kiddos! I have experience on care. com as a nanny during my time as a...

Jeannette S. says "Denise has been so helpful! She was quick to learn our family dynamic and our routine. Our kids enjoy spending time with her and we are appreciative...

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Professional Nanny, 20+ Years Experience, Senior Care

Vista, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I received a Bachelors degree in elementary education from California State University of San Marcos in the year 2000. Now, I am a mother of three awesome boys (they are all currently in college) I have been a scout leader, art substitute teacher. I was a nanny for 25+ years. My life has always been centered around children. I...

Care Member says "May 1, 2024 To Whom it May Concern, It is my pleasure to enthusiastically recommend Laurie for a child care position. Laurie took care of my two boys...

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Crafty And Clean Nanny

Vista, CA

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I have 9 years of experience in childcare and 5 years cleaning houses. I've also devoted the past 22 years as a mother and house maker. I nanny full time for a wonderful family. I am available for nights and weekends for occasional babysitting. I am a naturally caring person and I really take the time to meet children...

Nicole C. says "Michelle is absolutely amazing and we are so happy she has become such a vital part of our family! Our 1 year old daughter absolutely adores Michelle....

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Experienced Bilingual Nanny Looking For Part Time And Evenings! 5 Years Experience!

San Marcos, CA

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello families! I have a background in preschool teaching, I am CPR and first aid certified, child development assistant and associate teaching certified, bilingual, shots up to date, very punctual and great references. I have a degree in sociology and child development and continue to study. I hope to hear from you!...

Alexis O. says "Janelly is very nurturing and connected very well with my daughter. I felt very comfortable with her anytime she watched her. She also took initiative to...

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Hey Families!

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dear families, My name is Nancy, and I'm 27 years old and from Colombia. I am an experienced and caring childcare provider with over six years of working with children of all ages, from newborns to 10-year-olds. I truly love engaging with kids, creating a safe and nurturing environment, and supporting their growth and...

Liz M. says "Nancy is great. My son really liked her, and we did, too. We look forward to hiring her again!"

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San Diego, CA

3.5(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Hanna and I have been nannying for about 6 years and have 4 families that I have worked for long term and loved very much! I would be available for some occasional jobs during weeknights or on the weekend. I'm an experienced, energetic, and trustworthy caretaker who has a passion for child care. I love...

Mica H. says "Hanna has been a fantastic nanny for our family for over a year. She is very responsible, attentive to our kids, creative with play and healthy snacks and...

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Nurturing And Experienced Babysitter Available

Encinitas, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Nanny available in Encinitas. I have been a nanny for over 10 years, so I offer a lot of experience and have very strong references. I am a parent and have two amazing kids in college now, so I also have a Mom's perspective. I am a very reliable, experienced, safe, nurturing, patient, creative, active nanny and I understand all...

Care Member says "We worked with Erin for almost 6 years. She is so loving, caring, and trustworthy. Our boys still talk about her "

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Nanny Available Full/Part-Time

San Marcos, CA

4.3(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Melanie, and I absolutely love this rewarding career! I have five years of professional nanny experience, substitute teaching experience, and nursery care. I feel my B. A., coursework in elementary teaching, and early childhood development classes have given me a broad perspective on how to care for children...

Care Member says "Melanie was great with my 5 month old daughter which is why she is getting 3-stars. However, I had to let her go due to reliability issues. She often...

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San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I have worked with kids for the past four years. I have babysat for families with up to four kids, with ages ranging from 3-10 years old. Duties regarding these jobs including cooking dinner for the kids, entertaining them for a couple of hours, and make sure that they were put to bed on time. I have also nannied for a family...

Joy B. says "Our daughters love Cailey! I know I can trust her to take good care of them. She has watched our girls periodically over the past 5+ years. This past summer...

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Encinitas, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a nanny in San Diego. I love working with children and taking care of them. My priority is your child's well being. I work in the medical field and take care of children on weekends or evenings. I am a firm believer that if you do what you love, you will never work a day in your life. I love taking care of children, seeing...
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Del Mar, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello Parents, Welcome to my page my name is Ellie. I'm looking to an aftercare gig to on my free time, I'm a young responsible professional who enjoys kids and is very patient. My mom had a daycare growing up, I also have niece and nephews and plenty of Nanning experience. My employer is flexible and remote but I am looking...

Aarathi K. says "Ellie is a wonderful person and an excellent baby sitter. She loves kids and knows how to make them happy. She helped me with both my kids (ages 5 and 2)...

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San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Darby! I've been working with kids aged 6 weeks to 12 years for over 10 years in both daycare settings and private nanny/babysitting roles. I recently graduated from UC San Diego with a degree in neurobiology, and for the past year and a half I've worked as a behavior therapist for neurodivergent children. I lam...

Chris S. says "We absolutely love Darby. As do our boys, especially our 18 month old who is slow to warm up to others. She's been the ideal at-home caretaker while I...

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Maria C.'s Photo

Carlsbad, CA

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Dear parents I am looking to be the loving nanny of 1 child. I have been a bilingual loving nanny for more than 20 years. I have taken care of twins for the last 15 years. My commitment is to love them and take care of all their needs while their parents are out or working. I am an experienced nanny. I will support the...

Adriana S. says "Maria, or Mari, as she goes by, helped us with our infant daughter, during the pandemic. Mari started with us when our girl was 9 months old. I work from...

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Experienced, Caring And Creative Sitter; Looking For Part Time Nannying, Occasional, And Date Night!

Solana Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My Name is Gabrielle and I am 23 years old. I have been sitting since I was around 12 years old and I have babysat children of all ages, including infants and children with special needs. I have had multiple nanny positions in addition to occasional babysitting on weeknights and weekends for about 7 years now. I am a certified...

Leah S. says "Just wonderful! We visited Charleston from out of town and she babysat for us on two separate nights in our hotel room while my husband and I went out to...

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With 15 Years Of Experience Nannying / Babysitting

Encinitas, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have worked with children and infants my whole life and love it. I am also a registered nurse with a little bit of experience working in pediatrics.

Carla R. says "Steph was wonderful with our 2 year old. She supported us during the Thanksgiving holiday when daycare was closed and our son did very well under her care....

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Caring Nanny With 20+ Years Of Experience

Carlsbad, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
Hi, My name is Marlene but everyone calls me Nena. I'm 49 years old and I have been taking care of kids for my whole life. For me, childcare is not only my job. That's also what I do with passion and love. That's what I do with excellence. All my past employers were long term jobs. I have a very special place in my heart for all...

Rafaela C. says "We simply love Nena. She became part of our family and I have no words to express how thankful we are to have found her! She worked full time for our...

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Brooke T.'s Photo

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello! With over 8 years of experience in childcare I have developed a passion for fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. In my previous roles as a nanny, I've had the pleasure of caring for children of various ages, ranging from babies of a few months to pre-teens. Thank you for considering my...

Miranda T. says "What a blessing Brooke has been to our family! I instantly knew upon meeting her, she was someone I could rely on, and she surely proved that her first...

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Part-time Babysitter

San Marcos, CA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Kayla! I have nannied for the past 6 years, ages ranging from 9 months to 12 years. My responsibilities have consisted of transportation to school, extracurricular activities, and sporting practices, homework assistance, and meal preparation. With younger children, I love doing arts and crafts and puzzles! I...

Care Member says "Kayla is a wonderful nanny. She is kind, caring, attentive, patient, trustworthy and punctual. She goes a step above with her thoughtful gestures. She...

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Part-time Babysitter

Vista, CA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
Oldest of 6, 10+ years experience of babysitting and nannying. College degree in Elementary Education from UW Madison.

Andrea B. says "Leix is so great with my 1 yr old son! Has watched him multiple times since he was ~10mo old. Has also watched up to 4 toddlers at a time in a park while...

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  • 60 nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.89/hr as of November 2025

Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Nannies in Cardiff by the Sea, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed nannies

Sonia O.

Sonia is kind, compassionate and a great role model for our kids. We have 2 boys between the ages of 4-5.5. Sonia has been our babysitter...

- Care member

Denise M.

Denise has been so helpful! She was quick to learn our family dynamic and our routine. Our kids enjoy spending time with her and we are...

- Jeannette S.

Laurie M.

May 1, 2024 To Whom it May Concern, It is my pleasure to enthusiastically recommend Laurie for a child care position. Laurie took care of...

- Care member

Common questions about hiring a nanny in Cardiff by the Sea, CA

The average hourly rate for nannies on Care.com in Cardiff by the Sea, CA is around $23.89 as of November, 2025. Actual costs can vary based on your location, the nanny’s experience, and the number of children who need care. Families who need specialized help, such as infant care, overnight support, or light housekeeping, may pay higher rates. For a detailed breakdown of average nanny pay and what factors affect pricing, visit our guide to nanny costs or explore the Care.com Cost Calculator for more information on the cost of nannies in Cardiff by the Sea, CA.

There are a few good ways to find a trusted nanny in Cardiff by the Sea, CA. Many families start by asking friends, relatives, or neighbors for recommendations. You can also post in local parenting groups or community boards to find caregivers who come with personal referrals. Online platforms like Care.com make it easy to connect with qualified nannies near you. There are currently 9 nannies in Cardiff by the Sea, CA on Care.com. You can filter by experience, hourly rate, and availability, then review profiles and read feedback from other local families. For more tips and ideas on finding the right fit, see our guide on how to find a nanny.

Families in Cardiff by the Sea, can find many different types of nanny services to match their schedules and needs. Options include full-time and part-time nannies, live-in nannies, bilingual nannies, and those with experience caring for infants, toddlers, or multiple children. Some families hire night nannies to help with overnight routines, while others look for caregivers who can assist with homework, school pickups, or after-school care. Many nannies also provide light household help, like meal prep or tidying up after the kids, offering families extra support day to day.

When interviewing a nanny in Cardiff by the Sea, it’s helpful to ask questions that give you a sense of their experience, approach to childcare, and daily routines. You might ask about their past roles, preferred age groups, comfort with activities like meal prep or transportation, and how they handle discipline or emergencies. It’s also a good idea to discuss scheduling, communication style, and expectations around household duties. Parents often prepare a a nanny interview checklist to make sure important topics like scheduling, communication, and responsibilities are covered.

When choosing a nanny in Cardiff by the Sea, CA, consider both experience and personality fit. Look for someone with strong references, a proven track record in childcare, and certifications like CPR or first aid. It’s also important to find a nanny who communicates clearly and aligns with your family’s values, routines, and expectations. Many families on Care.com take additional steps such as setting up trial days, and discussing responsibilities in detail to make sure they find a reliable and trustworthy match.

Yes, many nannies in Cardiff by the Sea, CA offer flexible schedules to fit different family routines. You can find part-time nannies who provide care a few days a week, after-school help, or morning coverage. Families who need extra support can also find weekend nannies for occasional or regular care on Saturdays and Sundays. Care.com makes it easy to filter by availability, schedule, and experience so you can find a nanny whose hours align with your needs.

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