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Casey S.


Watsonville, CA

$23-27/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Casey!

Hello friends! I am a student at UC Santa Cruz majoring in Sociology and Education. I am originally from the East Bay Area, and have lived in Santa Cruz for two years! When I am home for summers, I work as a preschool teacher in Lafayette. I also babysat all through high school, and babysat many kids from the preschool! I have...
Casey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Melissa G.


Watsonville, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Garden Educwtor And Outdoor Educator

I have worked with decade! I have a ton of experience leading youth on hikes and through fun outdoor ed themed games. I worked for Naturebridge for years as well educator . I have been a wilderness back pack guide and started my own afterschool and summer camp programs in Marin before moving . I have even created nature themed...
Melissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Avery C.


Watsonville, CA

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Sitter!

Hi! My name is Avery and I am 18. I am a senior high school student at Monte Vista Christian School and love kids! I help out with my middle school church youth group weekly and help with preschool during church services every Sunday at Santa Cruz Bible Church. I have my drivers license, so I can drive to you and sm able to...
Avery can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more

Jacquelyn D.


Watsonville, CA

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Professional Fun Creator!

Hi I am Jacquelyn, a nanny and babysitter. I have come to be passionate about working with kids ever since I was young, from helping out at my old neighborhood daycare to being a camp counselor summer after summer, and have never stopped because I truly love what I do! I am first-aid/CPR certified as well as a proficient...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sierra L.


Aptos, CA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Out Of Season Camp Councilor

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I've been a babysitter since I was 13 and can provide numerous positive referrals. I love kids and encouraging them to explore, create, and interact with the world around them in positive and meaningful ways. I have two degrees one in Sociology, and another Social Justice and Cultural Studies with a minor in theatre. I've been a...
Sierra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sierra is a lovely gal! Super fun and attentive. Super flexible. Great at engaging little ones. Definitely the first person I call when I need a sitter."

Former Member A.

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Adrienne L.


Aptos, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Friendly, Creative, Enthusiastic Family Assistant/Nanny

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Adrienne. I graduated from UC Berkeley with a BA in Sociology. I am currently getting my Masters in Social Work and will finish in May. I am looking for a summer nannying job in Santa Cruz County while I apply to jobs in the Social Work field. A bit about my experience with children... I have been babysitting for...
Adrienne can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Adrienne took great care of my infant son. She's very kind, prompt, and sweet with my baby. We're looking forward to hiring her again!"

Alexandra H.

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Presley C.


Aptos, CA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Presley, I am 21 years old and I have about 7 years of experience with babysitting and have a 2-year-old daughter myself. I can help with cleaning, Carpool, errands, cooking and Grocery Shopping. I have a very reliable car and I am fully insured. I am also a lifeguard so I am CPR certified and have lots of...
Presley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is the best! Her and her daughter get along so well with my little one. She is so helpful when watching my baby I have no worries at all, she is always on time and has the biggest smile, definitely the first one we call when I need someone to watch my daughter."

Amaya R.

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Kimberly D.


Freedom, CA

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kimberly and I am a 23-year-old grad student. I've been babysitting for around 3 years now but have always babysat for family members. I've also been employed by the YMCA as a summer camp counselor and staff for their school program, I've also volunteered as a pre-k teacher's assistant twice in the past during...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kim is always on time and she even cleaned the house. Good worker I'll hire her again!"

Trevor G.

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Harlow S.


Aptos, CA

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Harlow I am 19 years old and currently based out of Aptos, Ca. I am a student at the University of Oregon, majoring in Education with the objective goal of becoming an Elementary School Teacher. I have had previous experience being a baby sitter and have worked as a camp counselor over the Summer. I have 4 years...
Harlow can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

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Hannah K.


Aptos, CA

$20-24/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/nanny

Hi, My name is Hannah! Im 24 and graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in psychology and Im originally from Chicago IL. I moved to Aptos with my boyfriend (who grew up here) this past summer. I have been a nanny for 8 years now and babysat when I was in high school and college. I love children and this type of...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hana K.


Aptos, CA

$20-35/hr3 yrs exp

Hana

Hi all! A little about my work experience: I've been taking care of little kids for a couple years now, whether that be family members or actual babysitting gigs! Recently I had an opportunity to work at a summer camp which offered extra support for behaviorally challenged and special needs students, which was completely...
Hana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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Gloria B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$35-50/hr6 yrs exp

Fun, Experienced Sitter Fluent In (English, Spanish, Italian And French)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Gloria. I'm half Spanish and half British. I enjoy spending time with children. I worked as an Au Pair (3 different families, children ages 0-11y) in Italy while I was attending College. Once I graduated I started working for a non-profit, helping refugees that had just crossed the Mediterranean. My manager noticed how...
Gloria can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Gloria is dependable, easy to work with and my child really liked her right away. In addition, while arranging the first day I made a few scheduling mistakes but Gloria was willing to roll with the updates and very patient."

Geoffrey S.

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Melanie M.


Salinas, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Trusted, Loving, Educated Nanny With Unique Abilities And Incredible Patience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have exceptional childcare experience as a nanny, educator, behaviorist and ABA clinical manager. My outgoing and intuitive characteristics have guided me through 13+ years of working with kids of all ages. Safety, growth, and positivity are my priorities as I encourage children to have respect for nature, themselves, and...
Melanie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Melanie has been with us for two years. She has incredible patience, is kind, gentle and really loving. We have an 8 year old behaviorally challenged little boy who is very difficult to manage, and my son adores her. She provides just the right combination of...

Staci S.

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Ashley M.


San Juan Bautista, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Ashley. I have over 12 years of professional experience working with children. Including babysitting, kidszone attendant, summer camps, preschool teacher, aba therapist and now I'm a nanny. I've worked with infants all the way up to teens. I enjoy children and aspire to be someone they look up to, and someone they...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ashley is reliable, always showing up and on time. She is flexible as well and would work with your schedule."

Olena P.

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Kiely C.


Marina, CA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Kiely and I'm so excited to be working with you! I'm a current college student pursuing a degree in child development and just recently graduated with an AA degree in early childhood education. Working with kids is my true passion and have worked with kids for quite some time. I've volunteered with preschoolers,...
Kiely can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We have been working with Kiely for the last 18 months. She has been fantastic with my daughter, and shows great initiative with helping out with tasks around the house. She is incredibly dependable, flexible, calm and kind. We know that we can count on Kiely! We...

Nicole B.

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Heather B.


Capitola, CA

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

Engaging, Kind And Experienced Nanny/Babysitter With Decades Of Experience.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as friendly, nurturing and quick-witted. I like working with kids because they are inspiring and I enjoy having an impact on their well being. I'm looking for a job that is the right fit! I worked as a nanny for many years when I was younger and have been working with children and newborns as a...
5.0
"Heathers last minute availability was so appreciated. She put me and baby at ease immediately. My 9 month old did very well with her and I felt at complete ease. Overall a positive experience! "

Care member

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Selene E.


Gilroy, CA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Selene. I am a 23-year-old college student majoring in non-profit management at Biola University. I have over five years of experience and have worked with children from newborn to 12. I have experience volunteering in the church nursery, church summer camps, and special events working with children of all ages. My...
5.0
"We hired Selene to take care of my two daughters ages 3 and 5. She fed them, played, and read to them. My kids loved her and want to see her again soon. I would definitely recommend her to other families."

Ruchi A.

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Madison S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

I Am A Recent UC Berkeley Grad Looking For Child Care Opportunities.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm currently looking for families to babysit and/or private tutor for in Santa Cruz. I have experience as a profession tutor and elementary after school teacher at Lazear Charter Academy. I've worked with kids for over 8 years now. I worked for the Alameda parks and recreation department for four summers, leading games...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Madison has been tutoring my son. He realizes enjoys is sessions with her. She keeps it fun and really connects with him. We recommend Madison to anyone looking for someone dependable and caring!"

Shawna A.

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Emma D.


Gilroy, CA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My names Emma and I'm very experienced working with children of all ages! I was a summer camp counselor throughout all 4 years of high school and I've been a Red Cross certified swim instructor/ lifeguard since I was 16! I'm currently a part time college student, taking a majority of my classes online. I nannied during the...
Emma can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"My girls love Emma! They are 2.5-year identical twin girls that can be a handful. She was friendly, patient, attentive, informative, and fun. Most important reliable. I would hire her again! She has worked for me two times. My girls are always excited to see her...

Kacey S.

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Emma L.


Gilroy, CA

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter And Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Emma and I am a speech language pathologist that works for a local school district. I have years of experience of being a nanny in college. I am looking for a summer nanny/babysitting position. I have experience driving kids to activities, preparing meals, organizing play dates, etc!
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Emma helped us with our little guy this year. She is extremely dependable, trustworthy, intelligent and loving. Our little guy absolutely LOVES her! Emma is one in a million and I highly recommend to any family who is in need of a nanny. "

Taylor F.

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Most recent reviews for summer child care in Watsonville, CA

Sierra L.

5.0

10/10 would hire her again. She arrived on time, took charge of the situation, and day one it felt like she had been babysitting for us forever. She is proactive, kind and fun. My three little ones had a blast with her and I was super impressed.

- Jocelyn S.

Adrienne L.

5.0

Adrienne took great care of my infant son. She's very kind, prompt, and sweet with my baby. We're looking forward to hiring her again!

- Alexandra H.

Presley C.

5.0

She is the best! Her and her daughter get along so well with my little one. She is so helpful when watching my baby I have no worries at all, she is always on time and has the biggest smile, definitely the first one we call when I need someone to watch my daughter.

- Amaya R.

Kimberly D.

5.0

Kim is always on time and she even cleaned the house. Good worker I'll hire her again!

- Trevor G.

Gloria B.

5.0

Gloria watched our 3-month old while my wife and I went out for a date night. She was right on time, respectful, and experienced. She helped the baby nap, bottle feed, and go to sleep. Her communication and friendliness were great. Would re-hire!

- Matt T.

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