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Jorgelina V.

Full Time Nanny Share Or Part Time

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
12+ years of experience, from newborns to teenagers. Mom of a 20 months old boy wanting to go back to work and willing to do a nanny share with my son, or a part time. Active, love outdoors and fun activities. Flexible, punctual and reliable. Clean record available. CPR certified. Own car. Native Spanish speaker and excellent...

Fatima Z. says "Loving and caring personality. Very reliable and punctual."

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Rosa B.

Experienced Academic Mentor/Baby Sitter/Nanny Seeking Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny Position

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I've been working for a Boys and Girls Club since 2007 teaching elective classes for k-1, 2nd, 3rd, and 7-8th grade for a group of 12-16 students. I am taught lessons that reinforced what they have learned in the day. Acting as an inspiration and motivation to my students who I've grown to love and cherish over the years. I have...

amy H. says "Rosa is like a member of our family! She's a warm and wonderful caregiver, but she is also firm when needed. Rosa worked with our infant son as well as our...

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Maria Del Pilar H.

Preschool Teacher Looking For Part-Time Or Full-Time Job, With A Lovely Family.

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hola, my name is Pily, I am a preschool teacher, with lots of experience with toddlers, also with newborn babies! I am very honest, reliable trustworthy fun and lovely lady, kids love me and always have fun with me:)

Robert M. says "Absolutely the best care taker in the world! Maria has so much experience as she is a teacher! She is extremely sweet, caring, loving, engaging, reliable,...

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Dalia P.

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a career nanny with over a decade of experience caring for children ranging in age from newborns to 15-year-olds. My passion is working with infants and toddlers and helping them achieve developmental goals and learn about the world around them. I have worked with several families from different backgrounds and prioritize...

Leslie L. says "Dalia was incredibly easy and pleasant to interview. Her connection with our kids was the same and immediate. She's a great communicator who kept me in...

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Leticia S.

Nanny Live-in Available

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Leticia, I'm 35, originally from Brazil, and have over 9 years of nanny experience. I've worked with kids of all ages, from newborns to teens. Most recently, I cared for five children (ages 3 months to 10 years) in Los Altos, CA, for a year. Before that, I worked in a nanny share in San Mateo with a baby and...

Rachael G. says "Leticia has been our full time nanny for the past year. She has looked after our 3 young children, 2yo twins and our 3.5yo daughter. It takes a special...

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Karla R.

Part-Time Nanny

Palo Alto, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I have experience as a nanny since 1992. I worked with more than 10 families, three families long term, babies from three months to 3 years-old. I am bilingual and I have good references, good values. I am a mother of three. My last job started in 2007 for more than three years, the child was three months now he is four years....
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Abigail A.

Lovely Nanny Sicking For A Part Time

Palo Alto, CA

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$28/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Abby, and I am an experienced, reliable, and loving nanny seeking a full time or part-time position in the peninsula. I have experience caring for children of various ages, from infants to school-aged kids. I am passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children can learn, grow, and...
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Francisca U.

Experienced Career Nanny Of 18 Years Looking Full/Part-Time Job

Palo Alto, CA

from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 20 years of childcare experience from newborns through 9 years of age; follow parents direccions ... Everyday start making bottles for babies, breakfast for the kids, read books, music, going to the park, library, activities, nap. I cook light ; healthy lunch/ snack Caring nurturing when they need. Focusing on making...
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Mariela C.

Full Time / Part Time What Ever Is Needed.

Palo Alto, CA

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$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is Mariela (Mari) for short. I am a mother of three my oldest is 14, my middle child is 4 and my little one is 2. I worked 11 years at Redwood high school. I did the teenage mothers program where we helped the girls finish and graduate high school and teach them child development. I stayed at that position for 5...
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Kassandra D.

Part Time Caregiver

Palo Alto, CA

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$28/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, I'm Kassandra! I have nannied different families with up to two children and a few pets. I have taken care of a 4-year-old boy and his 6-year-old sister. I have also nannied two teenage girls whose ages were 14 and 16 years old. For both families, I would make them snacks, keep them hydrated, provided new arts and crafts...
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Erica O.

Fun And Creative

Palo Alto, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Erica I am 27 years old. I currently for for Palo Alto school district at a elementary school. I work with students in the special education program. I've been doing this for about 6 years. In addition to that I've also worked as a nanny part time with a beautiful family for 4 years. I have experience with elementary...
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Veronica Montoya P.

Palo Alto, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
I worked with a family for 4 years, taking care of a child from 8 months to 2 years old. After that child went to preschool, I took care of his younger brother from 2 months to 2 years old. Currently, I'm working part-time with a family with an 18-month-old child and am looking for 3-4 hour shifts in the afternoons from 2:30...
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Devi D.

Devi

Palo Alto, CA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hi my name is Devi I am 21 years old and I live in Palo Alto. I have been taking care of kids for around 8 years, I love helping out whenever I can! My parents also do foster care so I have been around many kids and have had a first hand look at how to care for them. I'm doing part time school right now studying psychology and...
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Addison P.

Palo Alto, CA

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$30/hr
2 years experience
I have been a part time babysitter coming up on two years. As the second oldest of four, I have been surrounded by young children my whole life and love spending time with kids. I've playing a helping hand with my mom, taking care of my two younger siblings. I love the outdoors, baking, and socializing. Often in my free time...
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Juana U.

Palo Alto, CA

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$30/hr
12 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'd describe my personality as a loyal , responsible, caring and fun person I like working with kids because they are very fun to be around I started working with kids when I was in High School as a part time nanny In my spare time, I like to go hiking and go to church: My skills include , feeding baby, diaper changing,...
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Ana T.

Experienced Babysitter Available On Tuesday & Thursday

Palo Alto, CA

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$25/hr
20 years experience
My name is Ana and I go with 'Ofa that's my middle name ('ofa means Love) and I'm a mother of 4 adults kid and 4 grand daughters. I'm being a Nanny for over 28 years. I was taking care newborn babies (twins) up to teenagers. I'm still working part time now and I'm looking for more hours. I'm happy to meet a new family and to be...
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Sandra R.

Palo Alto, CA

1.0(0)
from
$33/hr
15 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello, my name is Sandra. I bring over 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I'm bilingual in English and Spanish, CPR/First Aid certified, and have also worked in daycares, after-school programs, and camps. Families describe me as dependable, caring, and patient. I focus on...
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Alondra M.

child care

Palo Alto, CA

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$26/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Alondra I am a 23-year-old Female. I obtained a double major in Business Administration and Criminal Justice from San Francisco State University in May 2022. Following my graduation, I discovered a newfound passion for the beauty industry, which led me to further my education at Skyline Community College. I...
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Christy P.

Playful And Nurturing Nanny!

Palo Alto, CA

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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Christy! I'm an energetic, loving mom of two grown boys who enjoys being around kids. While I've worked for several years as a teacher's aide in Portola Valley and Palo Alto and as a youth leader/mentor with the Boys and Girls Club, EPA, more recently, I've been working part time as a house assistant. Basically, my job...
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Kornsiri L.

Palo Alto, CA

from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
Childcare Experience I used to work part time when my son was young until he turned 5 years old and I became a full time nanny. I have 10 years experience in child care. experience working with new born, infants, toddlers, and early school ages. - Provide care , safety , and compassion for your children. - Concern...
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  • 60 part time child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $29.90/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated part time child care is 4.3

Recent part time child care reviews from local parents in Palo Alto, CA

Part Time Child Care in Palo Alto, CA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed part time child care

Jorgelina V.

Loving and caring personality. Very reliable and punctual.

- Fatima Z.

Rosa B.

Rosa is like a member of our family! She's a warm and wonderful caregiver, but she is also firm when needed. Rosa worked with our infant...

- amy H.

Maria Del Pilar H.

Absolutely the best care taker in the world! Maria has so much experience as she is a teacher! She is extremely sweet, caring, loving,...

- Robert M.

FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Palo Alto, CA

Every caregiver on Care.com chooses their own hourly rate and because of this, part time child care rates can vary based on factors like how experienced the caregiver is, where you live, and how many children require care. That being said, the average hourly rate for part time child care providers near you in CA is $29.90.

To safely hire part time child care near you in Palo Alto, CA, there are a few steps we strongly recommend you take to learn more about the candidates you are considering hiring. To start, you can run a private background check. You can also interview candidates and can request references from former employers. While we do request that all Care.com part time child care providers complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (all part time child care providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run), we do recommend doing your own due diligence.

The neat part about Care.com, is you can review many different caregiver profiles until you find a part time child care provider near you in Palo Alto, CA who can meet your family’s needs. Each caregiver lists the responsibilities they feel comfortable helping with on their Care.com profile and you can conduct interviews to learn more about the exact responsibilities they can help you out with.

When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in Palo Alto, CA, you can ask them about their work experience, can inquire as to what caregiving responsibilities they can help with, and can ask them how they would handle certain situations. For example, if your child struggles with homework time, you can ask them how they would handle situations like your child refusing to do their homework.

You can interview a few different child care providers until you find one who can provide you with the part time child care you need for however many hours you require. You can set the hours and can find someone whose schedules line up with yours. There are 21 part time child care providers near you in Palo Alto, CA who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.

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