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Shelby G. - Seeking Work in San Diego

Nanny Shelby

San Diego, CA
$20/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I am moving to San Diego from Tampa this summer! I was a nanny for a family during the summer before my freshman year of college and the following summer. I have my bachelor's degree in Mass Communication and I am available for Skype or FaceTime meetings so you can get to know me better!

Certification

CPR
Kaleila M. - Seeking Work in San Diego

Nanny Kaleila

San Diego, CA
$18 - $21/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi there! I’m a college student and Sunday school teacher who loves creating fun, engaging environments for kids! Whether it's crafting hands-on art projects, reading stories, or playing outside, I bring lots of patience, creativity, and energy. I’m BLS certified (and happy to renew my CPR certification if needed!) with plenty of caregiving experience. I have full availability until classes start August 24th, after which I’ll be available anytime Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and weekends (with classes on Mon/Wed)!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Sable S. - Seeking Work in San Diego

Nanny Sable

San Diego, CA
$25/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, My name is Sable. I just got out of the military. I am CPR qualified, have my own transportation, and I have 7 years of childcare experience. I would love to chat more and help you and your family out.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Shaylee D. - Seeking Work in San Diego

Nanny Shaylee

San Diego, CA
$35 - $50/hr
Full-time
Part-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

Mom of two who genuinely loves creating fun, engaging, and nurturing environments for kids. I value kindness, structure, outdoor adventures, creativity, and healthy routines. Dependable, warm, and highly organized, I understand firsthand how important it is to have someone you fully trust with your children.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Kk G. - Seeking Work in San Diego

Nanny Kk

San Diego, CA
$30/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I have been babysitting my whole life! Kids just fulfill my heart. I am a student at the Univeristy of Alabama and not particular about my whereabouts for summer, but want to spend it building memories with kids!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Mabel T. - Seeking Work in San Diego

Nanny Mabel

San Diego, CA
$25/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Mabel and I'm originally from Amherst, Massachusetts. I've been at the University of San Diego studying behavioral neuroscience for the last 4 years, and I'll be graduating in May. I'm looking for something more long term starting after graduation, and will be available to work full time. I started babysitting in high school and have taken care of kids mostly ages 3 through 8, although I would be happy to help in any age range!

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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S M. - Seeking Work in San Diego

Nanny S

San Diego, CA
$18 - $30/hr
Full-time
Part-time
10+ years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Chloe S. - Seeking Work in San Diego

Nanny Chloe

San Diego, CA
$25/hr
Full-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is chloe, I'm originally from indiana, I have been a lifeguard for 5 years now, a certified nurses assistant for 2 years now, and I have 7+ years of babysitting experience. I am looking for a live-in position with a car provided! I can't wait to talk!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Charlie H. - Seeking Work in San Diego

Nanny Charlie

San Diego, CA
$20/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m attending college, majoring in psychology in hopes of becoming a child psychologist. I have also been babysitting since I was in seventh grade. I love children, especially babies, and like to keep things neat and tidy.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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What’s the average cost of a child care provider in San Diego, CA?

The average cost of a child care provider in San Diego, CA is $24 per hour. Most San Diego families on Nanny Lane pay $20.00 to $26.75/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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Understand the Different Types of Child Care in San Diego, CA

If you’re looking for affordable child care, you should explore the different types of care and how they compare to each other. What are the differences between a solo nanny and a nanny share? What about a nanny share vs. daycare? Or nanny share vs. nursery school? Or a solo nanny vs. an au pair? What is a nanny share?

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Explore the Costs of Different Child Care Options

There are various types of child care (solo nanny, nanny share, etc), with different levels of costs. For how much to pay a nanny, key factors that determine cost are experience, the number of children, where you live, and much more. In addition, during the hiring process, you should be considerate of how to handle expenses (e.g. gas, food, etc.).

If you choose a nanny as the best child care option for your family, there are ways to save on nanny costs like an afterschool co-op or having relatives who live close offer child care support on certain days.

Alternatively, you can split the costs of a nanny. There are lots of different nanny share setups that highlight how to make nanny shares even if the kids are different ages. With a nanny share, you can find a family first or hire a nanny and consider creating a nanny share. Either way, a nanny share is the most affordable way to employ a nanny.

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