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Lara C.

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Foster City, CA 94404

from $40 per hour

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About Lara

Experience: 6 yrs

Hi families! My name is Lara, and I've been caring for children for over 6 years. Since I was young, I've always had a deep love for children, and being a nanny has been a true joy in my life. I genuinely love to play, laugh, and create fun moments with little ones - whether it's reading a story, doing crafts, exploring outside, or singing songs together. For me, these joyful moments are also opportunities to encourage learning and growth. At the same time, I believe that safety always comes first, and I make it my top priority to ensure children feel protected and parents feel at ease. Alongside safety, I focus on supporting each child's development, helping them build confidence, independence, and curiosity. Families often describe me as loving, patient, and dependable. I feel truly grateful for every chance to be part of a child's journey and to create a safe and happy space where they can thrive.

Most recent review

5.0
based on 3 reviews

Our family recommends Lara after working with her for the past two months. From day one, Lara showed up with a consistently cheerful attitude and great energy, which made transitions easy for our toddler and for us as parents. She was playful and engaging, always getting down on the floor to play, read, and explore with our daughter rather than just “watching” her. One of the things we appreciated most was how open and receptive she was to feedback. If we asked for a small change in routine or made a suggestion, she took it in stride, adjusted quickly, and followed through. It was clear that she genuinely cared about doing a great job and supporting our family’s preferences. Any family would be lucky to have her as their nanny.

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Brittney R.

11/29/2025

Services

Age groups

0-11 mo
1-3 yrs
4-5 yrs
6-11 yrs
12+ yrs

Rates

Recurring jobs

$40-50/hr

One time jobs

1 child

$35/hr

Can help with

Light cleaning

Meal prep

Travel

Qualifications

Education

College degree

Languages

English

Portuguese_brazil

Spanish

Professional skills

CPR / First Aid trained

Child development associate

Additional details

Comfortable with pets

Non-smoker

Safety

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Care.com Background Check

Completed