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Julia V.
Watsonville, CA
$30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Reliable And Experienced Nanny Of 2 Years, Available Weeknights And Weekends
Hi, I am Julia! I am 23 years old, I recently graduated Cabrillo College, majoring in Fire Technology to become a firefighter. I am CPR certified. I am a Registered Behavioral Technician and I do direct therapy with children with Autism and Down Syndrome. I have 7 years of experience working with children, I worked at a daycare...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello,
+ My name is Fabiana, I'm an experienced, responsible and very patient nanny. Currently I work full time as a nanny live in taking care of three super active kids (3yo, 5yo and 6yo).
+ I am always off on weekends and looking for extra jobs.
+ I have been working as a nanny since January of last year. I used to live...
Fabiana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm current available to work weekends at anytime. I work full time now during the week for Kaiser Permanente but extra money is always needed now in days. I have worked with children of all ages but I have mostly worked with seniors. I was a caregiver for about 4 years. I also have ECE credits that I took at cabrillo...
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello busy parents!
**Currently under a FT contract M-F. Available for occasional weekend/date nights/overnights.
I am a professional newborn care specialist/infant-only nanny, providing high-level individualized care for the first year of life! I specialize in supporting new parents in successfully navigating the first year...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel is hands-down the best nanny ever! Her care and compassion for both babies and their parents is unmatched. She has such a kind, calming presence, and is passionate about creating engaging experiences for the babies she cares for. She's always coming up with...
Care member
Erika M.
Aptos, CA
$32-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Babysitter Available Three Days A Week And A Few Nights & Also On Weekends
5.0
(16)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My name is Erika and I'm from Brazil.
I am a full-time student at Cabrillo College - majoring in Early Childhood Education.
My daily activities with kids consist of feeding, playing, reading, dancing, singing, bathing, nap time, drop off/pickups from school/activities, cleaning/meal preparation and laundry for kids, etc.
I...
Erika can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Erika is hands down the best nanny you could ever ask for. She has watched our 15 month old boy for nearly a year now and it is amazing all that she has taught him. She is a student of early child education, has taught him multiple languages, and how to express...
Care member
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
CURRENTLY Jan 2024!
I am currently working with a family with one infant child 9-5 Monday-Thursday. I am looking to pick up occasional babysitting jobs on the weekends. I am happy to do one-time sitting jobs or talk about other options. BUT- Nobody can have any sick symptoms in precaution to the infant child I care for during...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hello
I'm looking to help Mondays-Fridays for your children, with the possibility of evenings on the weekend if need be. I have au pair experience, experience with tutoring, and kids who are neuro diverse.
I love to be creative and being out in nature with kids(when safe). I have a reliable car and references if need...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Mac. I have nannied/babysat for many families over the past 15 years. I have cared for children ranging in age from newborns to 13-year-olds. While I typically work with three to four kids at a time, I have taken care of up to 12 children on my own and am happy and prepared to work with any age and number...
Mac can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Mac watched our children while we were in town for a wedding. All three of my kids (8, 6, & 3) had fun with her and only had great things to say about her. She followed the routine we had set out and kids were fast asleep when we returned. She was easy to...
Rosemary W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My Name is Ashley. I have experience working in special education, Montessori programs and nannying experience as well. I love to teach children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I value parent communication and want to ensure I create the ideal environment for the...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We were so lucky to find Ashley while we were visiting Monterey. She is wonderful with children and kids of all ages. All 3 of our children (10yrs, 8yrs, 2yrs) bonded with her immediately! That doesn’t always happen when we meet someone new so I was very...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for the last 18 years and a nanny for 15 of them. I have experience with newborn to 12+ years old, twins/multiples, nanny shares, and have regularly cared for 5+ children at a time. I've also had a few opportunities to work at elementary schools as an after-school program supervisor, as well as a...
Chelsea can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chelsea was great to work with - she was responsive and helpful during the selection process and our son loved spending time with her - he didn't want her to leave at the end of the night. I will definitely be contacting Chelsea again to care for our son."
Michaela W.
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. My name is Sofi, I'm 24 years old and I'm from Argentina (so my first language is Spanish), I'm currently working as a nanny full time but I'm off on Saturdays, so I'm looking for one time jobs. I'm saving money for college so I'm available to work...
Sofia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Daniela M.
Gilroy, CA
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I am Daniela and here is a little bit about me. I have enjoyed taking care of kids my whole life. Growing up I always loved taking care of my little brother and helping at my church's Sunday school. I am currently in college studying behavioral studies. I hope to get a job helping special needs kids after I graduate. I...
Daniela can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Margaret C.
Capitola, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mom To A 9 Year Old Boy, I Am Looking For A Nanny Position And Available To Babysit Also!
I have a 9-year-old son who is in school in Soquel. I have him full time and we are always adventuring! We go to the beach often, the river, biking, hiking, parks, we have a boardwalk pass and we are fun-seekers! For my hours of availability, I put the hours that he is in school, however, if your family is ok with your kiddo...
I am currently working as a mentor for high schoolers with a program as well as an Adventure guide/Team Building Assistant for Mount Hermon Adventure Center. I have worked with kids from babysitting at a young age, to leading Sunday school, being a nanny, working as a teachers aide in New Zealand, and as a camp counselor for...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Maryalice F.
Salinas, CA
$15-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, my name is MaryAlice and I'm 21 years old. I have extensive experience with children, including 8+ years of babysitting experience, 3 years as an assistant ballet teacher and 4 years as a Sunday school teacher. I really enjoy interacting with children and am comfortable with all ages, including newborns. I also have...
Maryalice can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi my names Karina, I am 29 years old, and absolutely love children. I'm only available weekends now! For like date nights!! I worked for the youth org. I was a After School Program Leader for students. I was with this job for 7 years. Work with grades K- 5th. I am currently ( behavioral technician for kids with behavioral...
Karina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Laila.
I am a Santa Cruz County resident for the last 30 years.
I graduated from UCSC with a Biology degree.
I have experience caring for infants and toddlers at Santa Cruz Children Center and at UCSC childcare center while attending college.
My recent experience has been working with families caring for their kids...
Laila can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am currently nannying from 8-4 during the week but am available nights and weekends! I have been nannying/caregiving since I was 10 years old. I love doing activities outside and am an athlete. I have my own car, a clean driving record, and can help with carpooling/running errands. I can also help with cleaning, laundry, and...
Kelly Ann can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, my name is Natalie. I am 21 years old and attend UC Santa Cruz, but I am home for the summer. I volunteered in my church nursery every Sunday for six years and have been a nanny for over two years. I am kind, responsible, and fun. I love kids (especially babies) and I would be happy to care for your children!
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Watsonville, CA
Rachel R.
5.0
Where to even begin with all the reasons we love Rachel, and are very sad that she has moved out of state. I really appreciated how she immediately got right in there with our 5 month old daughter, and was not shy when it came to establishing a safe connection between them. She often took our...
- Lauren N.
Erika M.
5.0
Erika has been the best addition to our lives! She is so attentive and loving and is so great at taking the kids out on daily adventures, reading lots of books and singing songs. We couldn’t recommend her more!
- Care member
Mac C.
5.0
We hired Mac to look after our 8 month old son while we were on a week long holiday in Aptos. Mac helped us out on short notice over a few days and evenings and was gracious and flexible with our timings which was very much appreciated. She is a natural with babies, I felt quickly at ease as she...
- Viviana C.
Ashley M.
5.0
We were so lucky to find Ashley while we were visiting Monterey. She is wonderful with children and kids of all ages. All 3 of our children (10yrs, 8yrs, 2yrs) bonded with her immediately! That doesn’t always happen when we meet someone new so I was very happy.
Ashley worked for us several times...
- Care member
Chelsea S.
5.0
Chelsea was great to work with - she was responsive and helpful during the selection process and our son loved spending time with her - he didn't want her to leave at the end of the night. I will definitely be contacting Chelsea again to care for our son.
- Michaela W.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Watsonville, CA
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Watsonville, CA?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Watsonville, CA, you can search through 4 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 Watsonville, CA?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Watsonville, 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 $21.25 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Watsonville, CA?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Watsonville, 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 Watsonville, 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 4 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Watsonville, CA to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Watsonville, CA?
All weekend nannies near you in Watsonville, 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.