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60 weekend nannies are listed in Palo Alto, CA
The average rate is $27/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby weekend nannies is 8 years
Weekend nannies in Palo Alto, CA
Maggie T.
Belmont, CA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-time Part-time Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs.
Hi, I have 20 years of experience with taking care of my own two children, and have experience with taking care of infants and multiple children as well. I also held an after school program to learn Chinese with multiple children. I can speak Cantonese, mandarin and some English. I can teach your kids Chinese read and write, and...
Maggie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Hayley Z.
Redwood City, CA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Hayley! I'm a single mom to an almost 4yr old girl, and Paralegal by day for the San Mateo County District Attorney's Office. I'm a Redwood City native who moved to Denver for college and decided to return home to RWC to raise my daughter around family. I nannied/babysat all throughout college and am comfortable with...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of children for about 28+ years now. I have had the wonderful opportunity to work with many families in the Peninsula. I love the bond that I can create with the children, and I treat them as if they were my own. Specialize in infant thru toddler age care and development.
Open flexible hours thru out...
Mirna can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Heidi. I'm 26 years old. I'm a nanny that is looking to fill my M-Th with nannying so as to have my weekends still available for my job as a hair stylist. I've been a nanny for a few different families. I've 6+years paid experience in addition to many years as a babysitter to my 18 nieces and nephews. Loved each...
Heidi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Perla C.
San Carlos, CA
$38/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Perla. I love working with children, which is why I chose that as my major. I've volunteered at childcare centers, and have worked as a counselor at a Lego camp every summer with children ranging from 4 to 8 years old. I have also been a nanny for over six years, and also babysit on the weekends for many families, with...
Perla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi All --
While I was previously a nanny to triplets, I am now currently working as a science writer at Stanford University. However, I am available to babysitting on afternoons or weekends. Hope to connect with you soon.
Katlyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Olivia and I'm so excited that you're reviewing my profile. The best part of being a child care provider is forming an individual and diverse bond with every child in my care and helping them grow emotionally and intellectually while serving their individual needs. For over 7 years, I have been babysitting and...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Jacqueline Z.
San Jose, CA
$33-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
San Jose Area Only Experienced And Responsible Nann Thrusday & Fridays
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm looking for babysitting every other weekend starting from Friday, Sat , Sunday, Day / Evening.
I' am currently working as a Nanny for a wonderful a family at Willow Glen, taking care their two children Monday ,
I have more than 15 years of experienced working like a nanny . I also have experienced in taking care...
Jacqueline can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our two daughters (1 and 3) took to Jacky very quickly. They always enjoyed their playtime with her. She is very good at keeping them engaged with play and art and activities. As time would allow, she would also help with light chores around the house. Her number...
Rebecca O.
5.0
(7)
I've enjoyed over 19 years of experience working with children as both school age and preschool teacher and 13 years as a nanny. I absolutely love what I do and treasure the opportunity to being a part of helping children develop into kind, responsible, and outgoing kids.
I am available every other week and weekends. Thank you...
Alicia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
First Aid
5.0
"Alicia is experienced, knowledgeable, and reliable. She is great with children and makes parents feel comfortable as well. "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom and a nanny. I have 25 years of experience with newborn (including overnight/sleep training )through teen care. I have excellent local references and a perfect DMV record. I am child and infant first aid/ CPR trained and have been an in-home nanny locally for many years. I have also run my own home daycare in the...
Alisa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Alisa was a great nanny, and we would definitely hire her again. She did a great job watching our one-year old in a nanny share with one other child.
She is always extremely calm and was able to tirelessly care for two very active one-year-olds with patience and...
Olivia P.
Maria V.
San Mateo, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Formal Teacher In Peru For 10yrs. Came Back To The U.S. And Have Been Helping Families For Almost 20 Years. I Am Looking For A Full Time Job Opportunity As A Nanny With A Nice Family
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I began my career as a nanny in the Bay Area. After 15 years, I moved to Fairfield and opened a daycare. It was an exciting environment with kids from newborn to school age. I managed bottles, diapers, potty training, educational activities, and other essential duties. After four years, I returned to my favorite career as Nanny...
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Maria was a loving, caring, and nurturing nanny to my two children. She cared for them from infancy to preschool age. As an employee, Maria was extremely reliable, punctual, and flexible. She arrived to work on time every single day and has an incredible immune...
Christina C.
4.5
(2)
I am a very responsible, energetic, honest and fun person. I have great references for all my previous jobs and more than 10 years of experience working with kids. I really enjoy working with them and I am a very reliable person. I have experience as a Sunday school teacher for kids at church, and as a nanny with a family for 5...
Blanca can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"A true professional. She is friendly, caring and took very good care of my son. She has great work ethics and takes her job very seriously. I felt very safe and comfortable leaving my son with Blanca (Ms. Cielo is what we called her).
"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Responsible nanny proving over 5 years of childcare experience. Enjoy working with children and committed to promoting children's physical, mental and emotional development in partnership with parents.
Currently, I am working with 4 families.
1. 1st family is my full-time job working with 2 kids 5 years old and 2 years old.
2....
Yaowapa can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Yaowapa (Pui as my kids joyfully called her) is amazing. She has endless energy for my older and younger toddler and always has a smile on her face. She is willing to lend a helping hand and makes sure she is doing things as expected. She is hardworking and...
Jonathan H.
Bella M.
San Mateo, CA
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Evenings And Weekends.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience of watching kids. I have been babysitting all throughout high school till now. I have watched kids between the ages of 1-10 years old. I am able to change diapers, give baths, tidy the house, cook and put the kids to sleep in course of caring for them. I graduated from Hillsdale High School in...
Bella can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Bella is the best family helper we have ever worked with. She worked with us for a year as a "before school" helper. Always punctual and reliable - she called in sick maybe once in a whole year, maybe. She learned the family routine very quickly and functioned...
Marlyanne P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi Families,
I'm Mariah, I have been a nanny for 12+ years. I enjoy all ages of children. I describe myself as kind hearted, reliable, and trustworthy. I enjoy arts, games and outdoors. I ensure a safe environment for children. I am CPR/fist aid certified. I am also experienced in family assisting while children are in school....
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mariah worked with us for almost a year and she was wonderful with our 2-year old daughter. She was incredibly creative and would plan fun arts and crafts activities for them to do together every day.
Mariah was really easy to communicate with, very...
Urooj K.
5.0
(18)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
Child-care provider with over 17 years experience available for full-time, overnights and weekends. Perfect match for a family near San Mateo seeking full-time share care assistance. I've had the pleasure working with many amazing families and have all 5-star reviews. The children I care for don't stay indoors all day, most days...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"I worked with Brooke to help me sleep-train my 6 month baby boy at the time. This was my second child and I had no experience with this process, as I never sleep-trained my first. I was a little apprehended by the idea of sleep-training. I decided to give it a go...
Danya G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate from San Francisco State University with a BA in Social work specializing in child welfare. In my free time, I like to volunteer in my community and spend time with family. I have always enjoyed spending time with kids whether it is helping with school, chores, appointments, and games. I also love playing...
Karoleene can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karoleene is a super smart girl and was so good with our two boys. I really wish we could keep her much longer! She is easy going, hard working, flexible, and kindhearted. She fit right in with our gang. We were lucky to find her right when we needed her. Our loss...
Timothy L.
Allison T.
San Jose, CA
$40-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Allison and I am 26 years old! I am looking for a full-time and long-term nanny position. I have experience starting at age 16 babysitting for family and friends children and after 18, parents trusted me while they went on parent weekend vacations/events. I have experience as a dance instructor teaching...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Allison watched my son the past school year and she has always texted me to let me know she was at my son's school picking him up and let me know when she had him home safe. She is very reliable and helpful."
Sarah D.
5.0
(1)
Hello there, families in search of exceptional childcare!
Are you seeking a nanny who can balance professionalism with a sprinkle of fun? Look no
further! I'm an experienced childcare provider with over 5 years of hands-on
expertise, including 2 years as an au pair. With an Associate Degree in Early
Childhood Education, I bring...
Mariana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mariana helped us with our newborn. She is an amazing sitter and a mother’s help. She would do baby’s laundry, clean/sterilize baby items and ensure general upkeep of the house. Our daughter was quite fond of her and would always laugh after meeting her every day....
Chitra V.
5.0
(2)
Are you looking for a responsible, reliable flexible person to care for your loved one? Are u looking for a caring person to assist your loved one with their every day needs or just some companionship. Well that person is me. I am very passionate about my work and love helping others. References a must, experience as well. I...
Juliet can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Juliet is super sweet, caring person, always prompt and goes above what is expected. Always a happy soul puts others before herself. I know her as a hard worker. "
Dex S.
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Palo Alto, CA
Jacqueline Z.
5.0
Our two daughters (1 and 3) took to Jacky very quickly. They always enjoyed their playtime with her. She is very good at keeping them engaged with play and art and activities. As time would allow, she would also help with light chores around the house. Her number one priority was always to engage...
- Rebecca O.
Alicia B.
5.0
Alicia is great with children! She comes up with creative activities and crafts to keep the kids engaged. She follows through on expectations and is respected and listened to. My daughter loves to have time with her and Alicia always makes her feels special!!
- Care member
Alisa M.
5.0
Alisa was a great nanny, and we would definitely hire her again. She did a great job watching our one-year old in a nanny share with one other child.
She is always extremely calm and was able to tirelessly care for two very active one-year-olds with patience and affection. She was very...
- Olivia P.
Maria V.
5.0
Maria worked for us from 2015-2022 and helped raise my two children from the time they were babies. She is AMAZING! Loving, caring, full of energy - she has been a part of our family. Our whole family loves her and she always went above and beyond - staying late or arriving early when asked, taking...
- Lisa K.
Blanca R.
5.0
A true professional. She is friendly, caring and took very good care of my son. She has great work ethics and takes her job very seriously. I felt very safe and comfortable leaving my son with Blanca (Ms. Cielo is what we called her).
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Palo Alto, CA
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Palo Alto, CA?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Palo Alto, CA, you can search through 7 weekend nanny profiles to learn more about their hourly rates and to check out reviews from families who worked with them in the past.
How much does it cost to hire a weekend nanny near me in Palo Alto, CA?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Palo Alto, CA depends on a few factors. To start, it will cost much more to hire a nanny for a whole weekend than to hire one for a few hours, so it can be helpful to plan your budget around how much care you need for a weekend—especially if you want them to spend the night. Rates can vary due to factors like their years of experience and where you live, but typically weekend nanny rates near you are $27.57 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Palo Alto, CA?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Palo Alto, CA, about their availability to make sure they can work the hours you need. Then, it’s a good idea to ask about their experience and how they would handle certain situations—such as resolving a fight between siblings. It can also be a good idea to ask them if they have any references you can contact.
What types of responsibilities do weekend nannies near me in Palo Alto, CA take on?
When you hire a nanny on weekends, you can ask them to tackle a variety of different responsibilities. Alongside taking care of your children, they may be willing to help with cooking or light housework (like doing the kids’ laundry). Asking what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on is another great topic to bring up in an interview. You can review 7 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Palo Alto, CA to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Palo Alto, CA?
All weekend nannies near you in Palo Alto, CA found on Care.com are asked to complete a CareCheck, which is an annual background check. Their profile will have a badge on it that states if they completed this background check and when they completed it. However, we strongly advise you take your own steps to safely hire a weekend nanny, such as doing your own independent background check and requesting references from other families they worked with.
Ratings for Palo Alto, CA weekend nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Weekend Nannies in Palo Alto, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 60 listed weekend nannies.