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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
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Hello! My name is Hayley. I have almost 25 years experience working with children from newborns through teenagers leaving for college. I've worked in several preschools / childcare facilities for a combination of 6 years before transitioning into becoming a nanny. With a combination of private home and preschool experience I...
Lia M. says "Hayley has been our full-time nanny for the past two years, and I have nothing but praise for her. She is everything you could ask for in a caregiver for...
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello,
My name is Ana. I am bilingual, yet my main language is Spanish. I am a professional nanny, and have been for over 15 years. I am also the mother of 3 adult young ladies. I have gained a lot of experience in the nanny field, both by raising my children and taking care of children of all ages. All the nanny positions I...
Stephanie H. says "Ana is amazing! We were lucky to have Ana care for our 3 month old son. He was refusing a bottle and only wanted to sleep on Mom during the day. Ana...
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- $22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
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My mother had a childcare business my whole life so I learned a lot from her. My babysitting career started at age 13 when I babysat for family friends. I have volunteered in a variety of child-oriented settings since the age of 13. I have worked in many different preschools and have worked nanny jobs for the past 13 years plus...
Anastasia N. says "We interviewed Zoe for a nanny position. Unfortunately, our schedules didn't work out but she was very responsive, punctual for the interview, and her...
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- $40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
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Hello! My name is Alicia and I have been a professional nanny for over 15 years. I have over 20 years of childcare experience ranging from pre-school, daycare and private nannying settings. Before beginning my professional nanny career I worked for Hospice, caring for elderly patients, so I have been in the professional care...
Christine M. says "We are not from the area & hired Alicia to help during my sister's wedding. This was my first time hiring someone online. Alicia was fantastic leading...
Former School Psychologist Seeks Organizing Or Before/After School Help Position
Santa Rosa, CA
5.0(1)
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hello! I was a school psychologist for 9 years (early childhood through high school), worked on veggie farms, and worked for many families nannying (ages 2 weeks to 4 years; three trips to Mexico with one family), babysitting (all ages), and doing home help including tidying and organizing. I LOVE to organize! I also work with...
Tessa W. says "Yes, yes and yes! We have two small children, I say that Emily is the 'marriage wisperer" - she has taken so many of our overflowing tasks over, takes the...
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- $15/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been caring for children since my very first job as a teenager. I am currently a TK- 8 school counselor. You can count on me to follow your schedule and parenting style while ensuring your children are safe, having fun. I'm kind, loving, and reliable.
Care Member says "Barb is one of a kind! We had a wedding about an hour from Barb, and during our FaceTime she made me feel so comfortable leaving our 8 month in her care...
Nanny, Babysitter, Can Tutor And Help With Homework, Can Pick Up From School
Santa Rosa, CA
5.0(1)
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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Isabel and I am 25 years old and I received my B. A. in Early Childhood Education in 2022. I am CPR/First aid certified. I have my own car and have been driving for over 9 years. I have nannied for various families with children ranging from 5 months-10 years old ! I have three younger brothers ranging from 5...
Allie W. says "Our family loves Isabel! She started with us when our son was just about a year and is still with us 1.5 years later. Isabel is fun and great with teaching...
Hello, I am a energetic outdoorsy person with a true passion for babies. I grew up on a dairy farm which is how I developed my love for nature. I have my teaching certificate and currently work in an infant classroom (eight children a day), however I truly miss nannying and I'm hoping to get back to it!
Brooke T. says "Amber Rose did a wonderful job with our little girl! She was very sweet and was very good at keeping our 5 month old entertained, and did a great job at...
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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
Hello there! I have raised an awesome son & daughter. I own a home in beautiful Santa Rosa. I adore kids of all ages; get along tremendously! I have a certificate in Early Childhood Education & was a preschool teacher. I firmly believe as a parent #1 priority is to give our children self-esteem. With this, their world is wide...
Irene N. says "In the short month that we had with Sophie, she interacted with our 7-month old in various ways. He grew confidence and became more independent to try to...
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
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I have over 10 years of experience caring for children from the age of two months to 15 years old. I'm full of energy and always get the job done. I can also do laundry and cook meals for children. I'm hands on and always willing to go the extra mile. I have many years caring for children. I have my own car and love being...
Vivian O. says "I highly recommend our babysitter for her outstanding care and professionalism. She is incredibly kind and genuinely cares about my baby, which puts me at...
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hello Family, To let you know a little about myself, I've been a nanny for over 10 years. I've also managed / directed my own family day care while raising my own 3 children. I am also experienced with neurodiverse children & young adults.( ADHD, autistic, etc) Known to be very adaptable. CPR/ Health and Safety certified with a...
Catherine M. says "Toni cared for our 7 year old for over a year. She was knowledgeable, nurturing and patient. She is also great at finding things for kids to do, and...
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Not currently interviewing! Only occasional babysitting.
Hello! I'm Sharlene, but everyone calls me Charlie.
I'm on the hunt for my next Nanny family! I'll be available to start September 22. I recently ended my last contract where I cared for a baby girl from 6 months to one year (transitioning to daycare!) and her sister...
Care Member says "Charlie cared for my 9-month old son for several months and she was amazing, caring, attentive. She would follow the schedule well (feeding, napping,...
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- $15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Cami, I'm 18 years old and currently a freshman at the Santa Rosa Junior College. I have about 2 years of experience with kids aging from 6-14. I have my own car, so i'm great for transportation. I am also more than happy to help around the house as well as with distance learning as I have my own classes online right now...
Rebecca M. says "Camryn was a great nanny for the short time we worked with her. She watched my 6-month-old while I worked from home. Camryn was quick to pick up on my...
Career Nanny With Over 20 Years Of Experience, Looking For Part Time Work, Or Date Nights
Santa Rosa, CA
5.0(1)
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- $36/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
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I have always had a way with children early on in life. As I got older, I went to school to further my education in child development. I love being surrounded by children, and learning from them as well. I think it's very important to help children feel involved, included, and happy.. I specialize in early education, sleep...
Care Member says "Christine was a gift to our family. She was a natural with our son and daughter. I have even learned how to parent better because of her. She worked for...
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
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hi! my name is michelle
I have about 3 years of experience
I currently attend Santa Rosa Junior College.
I have experience with infants up to the age of 13+ although I prefer the toddler stage because I think it's such a fun stage of them getting to really understand things and see what life is all about!
I have my own...
Care Member says "Michelle took care of two of my kids and they absolutely loved her! She kept them fed, cleaned, played with them, and kept her attention on them. Great...
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi families! My names Jasmine and I'm looking for a nanny/babysitting position. I am CPR certified, have my ECE Child Development: Associate Teacher Certification from Santa Rosa Junior College, 4 years of nanny experience with ages ranging from 2 weeks old to 12 years old and am currently working in summer camps and after...
A compassionate career nanny with over 10 years of experience specializing with infant care. Trained Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula. Daytime/Overnight. Registered with TrustLine. Maintains current vaccinations, Pediatric and Adult CPR and First Aid certifications. Trained in Safe Sleep, Connection Centered...
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Jackie, and I currently work full-time (I'm off for the summer) at an elementary school as a Behavioral Aid, supporting children on the autism spectrum between the ages of four and seven. I'm also a former Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT), where I provided one-on-one in-home support for children of all ages,...
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a current undergraduate at UC Berkeley and I have a passion for childcare. My work in the field began in 2023, and I have served as a regular babysitter, camp counselor, youth sports coach, swim instructor, and teacher's assistant. I am looking for a nannying position this summer, from May to August.
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
carpooling
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Hi! I'm Charlotte, a yoga therapist with almost two decade's experience working with children (I'm older than I look!). I adore kids and get a lot of joy out of spending time with them.
Over the years I've worked extensively in summer camp leadership positions as well as tutoring and TA roles in elementary and high schools,...
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60 nannies are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $25.00/hr as of September 2026
The average star rating for rated nannies is 5.0
Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Occidental, CA
Nannies in Occidental, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed nannies
Hayley L.
Hayley has been our full-time nanny for the past two years, and I have nothing but praise for her. She is everything you could ask for in a...
- Lia M.
Ana C.
Ana is amazing! We were lucky to have Ana care for our 3 month old son. He was refusing a bottle and only wanted to sleep on Mom during the...
- Stephanie H.
Zoe C.
We interviewed Zoe for a nanny position. Unfortunately, our schedules didn't work out but she was very responsive, punctual for the...
- Anastasia N.
Common questions about hiring a nanny in Occidental, CA
How much does it cost to hire a nanny in Occidental, CA in 2026?
The average hourly rate for nannies on Care.com in Occidental, CA is around $25.00 as of September, 2026. 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 Occidental, CA.
What’s the best way to find a nanny near me in Occidental, CA?
There are a few good ways to find a trusted nanny in Occidental, 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 1 nannies in Occidental, 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.
What types of nanny services are available in Occidental, CA?
Families in Occidental, 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.
What questions should I ask when interviewing a nanny?
When interviewing a nanny in Occidental, 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.
What should I look for when choosing a nanny?
When choosing a nanny in Occidental, 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.
Can I hire a part-time or flexible nanny?
Yes, many nannies in Occidental, 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.
