Santa Barbara, CA 93108
from $35 per hour
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Experience: 9 yrs
I am a Nanny Educator who is passionate about helping children develop their social, physical, emotional and cognitive abilities in a fun and safe environment. Having raised two boys, I understand the importance of finding the right person to help nurture your child's growth. I have a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, enjoy the outdoors, and believe in teaching through hands-on experiences. I champion a "team philosophy" where parents and caregiver come together to create a cohesive support system. I utilize creative play and sensory boards that stimulate tactile exploration. Movement, dancing, singing, and exploring nature via smell, touch, sight, and hearing are a staple of my style. Puppet shows and art work are part of the repertoire too! I would love the opportunity to meet and discuss your childcare needs.
We cannot recommend our nanny enough. She has been with our family for the past five years, caring for both of our girls since they were very little, and over time she has truly become family to us — our honorary grandma. Although she doesn’t have grandchildren of her own yet, she loves and cares for our girls as if they were hers. The bond they share is incredibly special, and the comfort, joy, and security she brings into their lives is something every parent hopes to find in a caregiver. She is responsible, reliable, thoughtful, and endlessly caring…truly a child’s dream nanny. Many lovingly refer to her as “Nanny Poppins” because she always arrives with a bag full of toys, crafts, books, and little surprises thoughtfully chosen for each child. She has such a gift for making everyday moments feel magical. One of the things we’ve especially loved is her creativity and intentionality with the girls. She has created special art projects centered around learning about different artists and their styles, then guiding the girls in creating their own inspired pieces together. Not only did our daughters absolutely love these experiences, but we now proudly have several of their creations hanging in our home. She has a true passion for working with young children and an incredible ability to connect with them in a way that makes them feel instantly comfortable, safe, seen, and loved. She is genuinely a child at heart and fully immerses herself in imaginative play, laughter, and fun alongside them. Beyond caring for the children, she is willing to help tidy up the home and make life feel a little lighter and more manageable. While she does not cook meals, she is happy to prepare snacks, pack lunches, warm leftovers, and help keep things running smoothly throughout the day. Her heart is enormous, and the impact she has had on our family cannot fully be put into words. We are endlessly grateful for the love, care, and support she has given our girls over the years. Any family would be incredibly lucky to have her become part of their lives, just as she became such an important part of ours. We truly hope she finds another family to love deeply and who will love her right back.
5/14/2026
Age groups
Rates
Recurring jobs
$35/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$30/hr
Can help with
Light cleaning
Swimming supervision
Education
Graduate degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
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