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Nanny shares, the best of both worlds

The Sylvester Family
We chose a nanny share because it allowed us to make sure that our child was getting great, individual attention from a person that we could trust while helping us to manage costs. We couldn't afford to have one nanny, and found another family that was in a similar situation and shared our values.
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Nannies near Santa Barbara, CA

Heather B. - Seeking Work in Santa Barbara

Nanny Heather

Santa Barbara, CA
$30/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I’m an outdoors enthusiast with a love for staying active and playing sports. My favorite place to be is in or on the water!! Whether that’s a pool, beach or a cool river. I have many hobbies, so I am always entertaining myself. I have two dogs who keep me company on all my adventures. I’m excited to bring my love for nature, activity, and fun into my nanny work.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"Heather is an amazing child whisperer! She was the preschool teacher for both of my children and has occasionally babysat. She is the incredibly mix of sweet and loving with boundaries that make a child care provider so great."
- Amy
Victoria O. - Seeking Work in Santa Barbara

Nanny Victoria

Santa Barbara, CA
$28/hr
Part-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m a caring, reliable nanny with over 5 years of experience working with families through Care, NannyLane, and Sittercity. I’m CPR and First Aid certified, love creating structured yet fun routines, and truly enjoy becoming a trusted part of a family’s day-to-day life.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Katie P. - Seeking Work in Santa Barbara

Nanny Katie

Santa Barbara, CA
$30/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m Katie, I’m 28 years old, I was born and raised in Santa Barbara, Ca. By trade I am an Art Director and designer, but my passions include surfing, baking, painting, and exploring new countries and cultures. I have been Red Cross infant and child CPR/ First Aid certified twice (expired). I have over 10 years of child care experience, including taking care of my 7 nieces and nephews aged 0-10. I love getting children involved in arts & crafts projects and playing outside. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"Katie is absolutely lovely. She has watched my girls for the past year now. I’m a stay at home mom so I unfortunately don’t get to call on her often but it’s always such a delight when I do. I always come home to a sparkling house and she even somehow gets the girls to do art projects ( gasp)! She’s also incredible with my newborn as well. I would recommend her to all!"
- Anne
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